ASUS ET2020A, ET2020I User Manual

User Manual

ASUS

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ET2020 Series

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E8268 April 2013

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Table of Contents

About this manual ................................................................................................................................................ 5

Conventions used in this manual ....................................................................................................................... 6

Icons .............................................................................................................................................................................. 6

Typography ................................................................................................................................................................. 6

Safety information ................................................................................................................................................ 7

Setting up your system...........................................................................................................................................7

Care during use ......................................................................................................................................................... 7

Sound Pressure Warning ........................................................................................................................................ 8

TV Tuner (on selected models) ............................................................................................................................ 8

DC Fan Warning .........................................................................................................................................................8

Package contents .................................................................................................................................................. 9

Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

Getting to know your All-in-One PC ............................................................................................................... 10

Front view .................................................................................................................................................................... 10

Rear View ..................................................................................................................................................................... 14

Side view ...................................................................................................................................................................... 20

Chapter 2: Using your All-in-One PC

Positioning your All-in-One PC ......................................................................................................................... 22

Mounting to the wall ............................................................................................................................................... 23

Setting up your All-in-One PC .......................................................................................................................... 25

Connecting a wired keyboard and mouse ...................................................................................................... 25

Connecting a wireless keyboard and mouse .................................................................................................25

Turning your All-in-One PC on ............................................................................................................................. 26

Gestures ....................................................................................................................................................................... 27

Conﬁguring the audio output using an HDMI device ................................................................................. 29

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Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8

System requirements ........................................................................................................................................... 31

Starting for the ﬁrst time (For Windows® 8 and Windows® 8 Professional) ....................................... 32

Windows® 8 lock screen ....................................................................................................................................... 32

Windows® UI ............................................................................................................................................................ 33

Start screen ................................................................................................................................................................. 33

Windows® apps .........................................................................................................................................................34

Hotspots....................................................................................................................................................................... 34

Working with Windows® apps ........................................................................................................................... 37

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Launching apps ......................................................................................................................................................... 37

Customizing apps ..................................................................................................................................................... 37

Accessing All Apps ................................................................................................................................................... 38

Charm bar .................................................................................................................................................................... 39

Snap feature ............................................................................................................................................................... 41

Other keyboard shortcuts .................................................................................................................................. 42

Turning your All-in-One PC off ......................................................................................................................... 43

Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet

Setting up a Wi-Fi connection in Windows® 7 ............................................................................................. 44

Conﬁguring a Wired connection in Windows® 7 ........................................................................................ 45

Using a Static IP Address ........................................................................................................................................ 45

Using a Dynamic IP Address (PPPoE) ................................................................................................................. 47

Setting up a Wi-Fi connection in Windows® 8 ............................................................................................. 50

Setting up a Wired connection in Windows® 8 ........................................................................................... 51

Conﬁguring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection .............................................................................. 51

Conﬁguring a static IP network connection ................................................................................................... 54

Chapter 5: Recovering your system

Entering the BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................................................... 55

Enter the BIOS ............................................................................................................................................................55

Quickly enter the BIOS ............................................................................................................................................55

Using the Recovery Partition in Windows® 7 ............................................................................................... 56

Recovering the OS to the Factory Default Partition (F9 Recovery) .........................................................56

Backing up the Factory Default Environment Data to a USB Drive (F9 Backup)................................56

Using the USB storage device (USB Restore) ..................................................................................................57

Resetting your All-in-One PC in Windows® 8 ............................................................................................... 58

Recovering from a system image ﬁle in Windows® 8 ................................................................................ 59

Creating a USB recovery drive..............................................................................................................................59

Removing everything and reinstalling Windows® 8 .................................................................................. 60

Appendices

Notices .............................................................................................61

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About this manual

This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your All-in-One PC.

Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

This chapter details the hardware components of your All-in-One PC.

Chapter 2: Using your All-in-One PC

This chapter provides you with information on using your All-in-One PC.

Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8

This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 8 in your All-in-One PC.

Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet

This chapter provides information on connecting your All-in-One PC to a wired or Wi-Fi network.

Chapter 5: Recovering your system

This chapter provides recovery options for your All-in-One PC.

Appendices

This section includes notices and safety statements for your All-in-One PC.

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Conventions used in this manual

To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows:

IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to complete a task.

NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can help complete tasks.

WARNING! This message contains important information that must be followed to keep you safe

while performing tasks and prevent damage to your All-in-One PC's data and components.

Icons

The icons below indicate the devices you can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your All-in-One PC.

Use the touchscreen.

Use the keyboard.

Typography

Bold This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected.

Italic This indicates sections that you can refer to in this manual.

All illustrations and screenshots in this manual are for reference only. Actual product specications and software screen images may vary with location. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest information.

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Safety information

Your All-in-One PC ET2020 is designed and tested to meet the latest standards of safety for information technology equipment. However, to ensure your safety, it is important that you read the following safety instructions.

Setting up your system

Read and follow all instructions in the documentation before you operate your system.

• Do not use this product near water or a heated source such as a radiator.

• Set up the system on a stable surface.

• Openings on the chassis are for ventilation. Do not block or cover these openings. Ensure

• that you leave plenty of space around the system for ventilation. Never insert objects of any kind into the ventilation openings.

Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0˚C and 40˚C.

• If you use an extension cord, ensure that the total ampere rating of the devices plugged

• into the extension cord does not exceed its ampere rating.

Care during use

Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it.

• Do not spill water or any other liquids on your system.

• When the system is turned o, a small amount of electrical current still remains in the

• product. Always unplug all power, modem, and network cables from the power outlets before cleaning the system.

The touch screen requires periodic cleaning to perform at optimal touch sensitivity. Keep

• the screen clean from foreign objects or excessive dust accumulation. To clean the screen:

Turn o the system and disconnect the power cord from the wall.

• Spray a small amount of household glass cleaner on the supplied cleaning cloth and

• gently wipe the surface of the screen.

Do not spray the cleaner directly on the screen.

• Do not use an abrasive cleaner or a coarse cloth when cleaning the screen.

•

If you encounter the following technical problems with the product, unplug the power cord

• and contact a qualied service technician or your retailer.

The power cord or plug is damaged.

• Liquid has been spilled into the system.

• The system does not function properly even if you follow the operating instructions.

• The system was dropped or the cabinet is damaged.

• The system performance changes.

•

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Sound Pressure Warning

Excessive sound pressure from earphones or headphones can cause hearing loss or permanent damage to hearing. Increasing the volume and equalizer beyond default levels increases the output voltage and sound pressure produced by the earphones or headphones.

TV Tuner (on selected models)

Note to CATV System Installer—This reminder is provided to call the CATV systems installer’s attention to Section 820-93 of the National Electric Code, which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specify that the Coaxial cable shield be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

DC Fan Warning

Please note that the DC fan is a moving part and can cause harm when used improperly. Keep away from the fan when using the product.

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Package contents

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All-in-One PC ET2020 Keyboard (wired or wireless, optional)

Mouse (wired or wireless, optional) AC adapter Power cord

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Quick Start Guide Warranty Card KBM USB receiver dongle (optional)

NOTE: The keyboard, mouse, power supply, remote control, wall mount screws, and KBM

Wall mount screws

USB receiver dongle illustrations are for reference only. Actual product specications may vary according to location.

Remote Control (optional) TV tuner (optional)

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Getting to know your All-in-One PC

Front view

Touch Display

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Digital microphone (Built-in)

The built-in digital microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, audio recordings, and multimedia applications.

Webcam

The built-in webcam with the built-in digital microphone allows you to start video chats online.

Webcam LED

Indicates that the built-in webcam is enabled.

Touch-enabled LCD display

The LCD display features optimal resolution. Touch-enabled models bring digital life to your ngertips.

Remote Control Receiver

The remote control receiver receives the infrared signal from the remote control.

Volume decrease button

Press to decrease system volume.

Volume increase button

Press to increase system volume.

Decrease display Brightness

Press this button to reduce display brightness.

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Audio Speakers

The built-in stereo speaker system allows you to hear audio without additional peripherals. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound.

Hard Disk Drive LED

Indicates hard disk drive activity.

Turn o display

Press this button to switch o the All-in-One PC’s display.

Increase display brightness

Press this button to increase display brightness.

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Non-Touch Display

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Digital microphone (Built-in)

The built-in digital microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, audio recordings, and multimedia applications.

Webcam

The built-in webcam with the built-in digital microphone allows you to start video chats online.

Webcam LED

Indicates that the built-in webcam is enabled.

Non-Touch LCD display

The LCD display features optimal resolution.

Remote Control Receiver

The remote control receiver receives the infrared signal from the remote control.

Volume decrease button

Press to decrease system volume.

Volume increase button

Press to increase system volume.

Decrease display Brightness

Press this button to reduce display brightness.

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Audio Speakers

Hard Disk Drive LED

Indicates hard disk drive activity.

Turn o display

Press this button to switch o the All-in-One PC’s display.

Increase display brightness

Press this button to increase display brightness.

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Rear View

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Wall mount holes

Secure the four wall mount screws into these holes to mount your All-in-One PC to a wall.

NOTE: All ET2020 Series models are shipped with wall mount screws.

Kensington® lock hole

The Kensington® lock hole allows you to secure your PC using Kensington® compatible PC security products.

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Power input

The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. To prevent damage to the PC, always use the supplied power adapter.

WARNING! The power adapter may get warm or hot when in use. Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body.

Antenna socket

Connect standard indoor or outdoor male antenna connectors to receive over-the-air broadcast TV signals.

NOTE: The antenna socket is available for models with the optional TV Tuner card.

HDMI Output Port

Connect this port with devices equipped with an HDMI input port, such as an LCD monitor or projector.

LAN port

This eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network.

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USB 2.0 ports

These USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports are compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, ash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers.

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Wall mount holes

Secure the four wall mount screws into these holes to mount your All-in-One PC to a wall.

NOTE: All ET2020 Series models are shipped with wall mount screws.

Kensington® lock hole

The Kensington® lock hole allows you to secure your PC using Kensington® compatible PC security products.

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Power input

The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. To prevent damage to the PC, always use the supplied power adapter.

WARNING! The power adapter may get warm or hot when in use. Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body.

COM ports

These serial ports connect a modem, or other devices that conform with serial specications.

Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) Port

VGA ports are available for connecting additional VGA monitors or displays.

HDMI Output Port

Connect this port with devices equipped with an HDMI input port, such as an LCD monitor or projector.

LAN port

This eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network.

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USB 3.0 ports

These USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports provide a transfer rate of up to 5Gbit/s and are backward compatible with USB2.0.

USB 2.0 port

This USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, ash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers.

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ET2020IN Series

Wall mount holes

Secure the four wall mount screws into these holes to mount your All-in-One PC to a wall.

NOTE: All ET2020 Series models are shipped with wall mount screws.

Kensington® lock hole

The Kensington® lock hole allows you to secure your PC using Kensington® compatible PC security products.

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Power input

The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. To prevent damage to the PC, always use the supplied power adapter.

WARNING! The power adapter may get warm or hot when in use. Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body.

Antenna socket (Optional)

Connect standard indoor or outdoor male antenna connectors to receive over-the-air broadcast TV signals.

NOTE: The antenna socket is available for models with the optional TV Tuner card.

Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) Port

A VGA port is available for connecting additional VGA monitors or displays.

HDMI Output Port

Connect this port with devices equipped with an HDMI input port, such as an LCD monitor or projector.

LAN port

This eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network.

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USB 3.0 ports

These USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports provide a transfer rate of up to 5Gbit/s and are backward compatible with USB2.0.

USB 2.0 port

This USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, ash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers.

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USB 2.0 port

This USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, ash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and printers.

USB 3.0 ports

These USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports provide a transfer rate of up to 5Gbit/s and are backward compatible with USB2.0.

6-in-1 Memory card reader

This All-in-One PC has a single built-in memory card reader slot that supports MS, MSPro, MMC, SD, SDXC, and SDHC formats.

Quick BIOS access button

Use a paper clip or pointed object to press this button before powering up the All-inOne PC. The system will launch immediately into the BIOS Setup on boot.

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Headphone jack

The stereo headphone jack (3.5mm) is used to connect the system’s audio out signal to headphones. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers.

Microphone jack

The microphone jack is designed to connect to a microphone used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.

Optical Drive

The built-in optical drive may support compact discs (CD), digital video discs (DVD), and/or Blu-ray discs (BD) and may have recordable (R) or re-writable (RW) capabilities. See the marketing specications for details on each model.

Optical Drive Electronic Eject button

The optical drive eject has an electronic eject button for opening the tray. You can also eject the optical drive tray through any software player or by right clicking the optical drive in Windows “Computer” and selecting Eject.

Power button

Press this button to turn on your All-in-One PC.

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