ASUS K30AD, M31AD, M51AD User Manual

ASUS Desktop PC

M31AD, M51AD and K30AD

User Manual

M31AD

M51AD

K30AD

E8828

First Edition

November 2013

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Contents

Notices .......................................................................................................... 5

Safety information .......................................................................................... 8

Conventions used in this guide ...................................................................... 9

Where to nd more information ..................................................................... 9

Package contents ........................................................................................ 10

Chapter 1 Getting started

Welcome! ......................................................................................................11

Getting to know your computer .....................................................................11

Setting up your computer ............................................................................. 19

Turning your computer ON .......................................................................... 22

Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer

Connecting a USB storage device ............................................................... 23

Connecting microphone and speakers ........................................................ 24

Connecting multiple external displays ......................................................... 28

Connecting an HDTV ................................................................................... 29

Chapter 3 Using your computer

Proper posture when using your Desktop PC.............................................. 31

Using the memory card reader .................................................................... 32

Using the optical drive ................................................................................. 33

Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet

Wired connection ......................................................................................... 35

Wireless connection (on selected models only) ........................................... 37

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 39

Appendix

Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual

Chapter 1 Using Windows® 7

Starting for the rst time ............................................................................... 49

Using Windows® 7 desktop .......................................................................... 50

Managing your les and folders ................................................................... 52

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Restoring your system settings .................................................................... 54

Protecting your computer ............................................................................. 55

Getting Windows® Help and Support ........................................................... 56

Chapter 2 Using Windows® 8.1

Starting for the rst time ............................................................................... 57

Windows® 8.1 lock screen ............................................................................ 57

Using the Windows® UI ................................................................................ 58

Working with Windows® apps ...................................................................... 61

Other keyboard shortcuts ............................................................................ 66

Turning your Desktop PC OFF .................................................................... 67

Putting your Desktop PC to sleep ................................................................ 67

Entering the BIOS Setup ............................................................................. 68

Chapter 3 Other Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 functions

Removing a USB storage device ................................................................. 69

Conguring the screen resolution settings................................................... 70

Conguring the Internet connection settings ............................................... 71

Recovering your system .............................................................................. 80

ASUS contact information

ASUS contact information ............................................................................ 85

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Notices

ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services

ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards
for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to
responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components, as well as the packaging
materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for the detailed recycling
information in different regions.

REACH

Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of
Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at
ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference; and

• This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required

to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modications to this unit not

expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate this equipment.

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Lithium-Ion Battery Warning

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Avertissement relatif aux batteries Lithium-Ion

MISE EN GARDE: Danger d’explosion si la pile n’est pas remplacée correctement.

Remplacer uniquement avec une pile de type semblable ou équivalent, recommandée

par le fabricant. Mettez au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions

du fabricant.

IC: Canadian Compliance Statement

Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specications. This device complies with RSS

210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian
interference-causing equipment regulations.

This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: this device may not cause interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.

Cut appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le
matériel brouilleur du Canada.

Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d’Industrie Canada. Le
fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes.

(1) cet appareil ne doit par provoquer d’interférences et
(2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer

un fonctionnement non souhaité de l’appareil.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department
of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

VCCI: Japan Compliance Statement

VCCI Class B Statement

KC: Korea Warning Statement

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RF Equipment Notices

CE: European Community Compliance Statement

The equipment complies with the RF Exposure Requirement 1999/519/EC, Council
Recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to

electromagnetic elds (0–300 GHz). This wireless device complies with the R&TTE Directive.

Wireless Radio Use

This device is restricted to indoor use when operating in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency

band.

Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy

The radiated output power of the Wi-Fi technology is below the FCC radio frequency
exposure limits. Nevertheless, it is advised to use the wireless equipment in such a manner

that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.

FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance

The antenna used with this transmitter must not be colocated or operated in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant.

Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement

This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment
regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le
matériel brouilleur du Canada.

BSMI: Taiwan Wireless Statement

Japan RF Equipment Statement

KC (RF Equipment)

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Safety information

Disconnect the AC power and peripherals before cleaning. Wipe the Desktop PC using a
clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive detergent
and a few drops of warm water then remove any extra moisture with a dry cloth.

• DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Seek servicing if the casing has

been damaged.

•

DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT operate during a gas leak.

•

DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the
Desktop PC.

•

DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical elds.

•

DO NOT expose to or use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT use the modem during
electrical storms.

• Battery safety warning:

contacts. DO NOT disassemble the battery.

• Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0˚C (32F)and 35˚C
(95F).

•

DO NOT cover the vents on the Desktop PC to prevent the system from getting
overheated.

•

DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals.

•

To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet

before relocating the system.

•

Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices
could interrupt the grounding circuit.

•

Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not
sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power
company.

•

If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied service

technician or your retailer.

DO NOT throw the battery in re. DO NOT short circuit the

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Conventions used in this guide

To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used
throughout this manual.

DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying

to complete a task.

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying

to complete a task.

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.

NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.

Where to nd more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software
updates.

ASUS websites

The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software

products. Refer to the ASUS website www.asus.com.

ASUS Local Technical Support

Visit ASUS website at

local Technical Support Engineer.

http://support.asus.com/contact for the contact information of

• The user manual is located in the following folder in your Desktop PC:

• C:\Program Files(X86)\ASUS\eManual

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Package contents

Installation Guide

Keyboard x1 Mouse x1

ASUS Desktop PC

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Dipole antenna x1 (optional) / Antenna x 1 (optional) Power cord x1

DVD/SDVD/RDVD x1

(optional)

• If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

• The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specications may vary

with different models.

Installation Guide x1

Warranty card x1

Chapter 1

Getting started

Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing the ASUS M31AD / M51AD / K30AD Desktop PC!
The ASUS M31AD / M51AD / K30AD Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance,

uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. All these values are encapsulated in a
stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing.

Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your ASUS Desktop PC.

Getting to know your computer

Illustrations are for reference only. The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary
with different models.

Front panel

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USB 3.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB

3.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

• DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing a
Windows® operating system.

• Due to USB 3.0 controller limitations, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under a
Windows® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation.

• USB 3.0 devices can only be used for data storage.

• We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for a
faster and better performance from your USB 3.0 devices.

Microphone port. This port connects to a microphone.

Headphone port. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Supported by

ASUS Audio Wizard.

Optical disk drive bay. There is an optical disk drive in this bay.

Optical disk drive eject button. Press this button to eject the optical disk drive

tray.

Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer.

MultiMediaCard(MMC) / xD-Picture (XD) / Secure Digital™ (SD) / High
Capacity Secure Digital™(SDHC) / Memory Stick Pro™(MS/PRO) card slot.

Insert a supported memory card into this slot.

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USB 3.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB

3.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

• DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing a
Windows® operating system.

• Due to USB 3.0 controller limitations, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under a
Windows® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation.

• USB 3.0 devices can only be used for data storage.

• We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for a
faster and better performance from your USB 3.0 devices.

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USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB

2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

Microphone port. This port connects to a microphone.

Headphone port. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Supported by

ASUS Audio Wizard.

Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer.

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Card readers’ cover. Open this cover to display the card reader slots.

Optical disk drive bay. There is an optical disk drive in this bay.

Optical disk drive bay (empty). Allows you to install an additional optical disk

drive in this bay.

CompactFlash® / Microdrive™ card slot. Insert a CompactFlash® / Microdrive™
card into this slot.

Secure Digital™ / MultiMediaCard slot. Insert a Secure Digital™ /
MultiMediaCard card into this slot.

Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card slot. Insert a Memory Stick™ /
Memory Stick Pro™ card into this slot.

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MultiMediaCard(MMC) / xD-Picture (XD) / Secure Digital™ (SD) / High
Capacity Secure Digital™(SDHC) / Memory Stick Pro™(MS/PRO) card slot.

Insert a supported memory card into this slot.

USB 3.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB

3.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

• DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing a
Windows® operating system.

• Due to USB 3.0 controller limitations, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under a
Windows® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation.

• USB 3.0 devices can only be used for data storage.

• We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for a
faster and better performance from your USB 3.0 devices.

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Microphone port. This port connects to a microphone.

Headphone port. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Supported by

ASUS Audio Wizard.

Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer.

Optical disk drive bay. There is an optical disk drive in this bay.

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Rear panel

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Voltage selector. Use this switch to select the appropriate system input voltage

according to the voltage supply in your area. If the voltage supply in your area is
100-127V, set the switch to 115V. If the voltage supply in your area is 200-240V,
set the switch to 230V.

Setting the switch to 115V in a 230V environment or 230V in a 115V environment will
seriously damage the system!

Power connector. Plug the power cord to this connector.

Depending on local regulations, your Desktop PC has the following power ratings:

• M31AD:

• 110~120Vac / 220~240Vac, 8.0A/4.0A, 60Hz/50Hz

• 220~230Vac, 3.5A, 50Hz

• M51AD:

• 115Vac / 220~230Vac, 7.0A/4.0A, 60Hz/50Hz

• 220~230Vac, 3.5A, 50Hz

• K30AD:

• 110-120V~ / 220-240V~, 8A/4A, 50-60Hz (for North America use)

• 220V~, 3A, 50Hz (for Europe use)

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USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB

2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

HDMI port. This port is for a High-Denition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)

connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and
other protected content.

VGA port. This port is for VGA-compatible devices such as a VGA monitor.

Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects to the side speakers in a 7.1-

channel audio conguration.

Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects to the rear speakers in a 4.1,

5.1, and 7.1-channel audio conguration.

Center/Subwoofer port (orange). This port connects to the center/subwoofer
speakers.

Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone.

Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or speaker. In a 4.1, 5.1,

or 7.1-channel conguration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.

Line In port (light blue). This port connects to a tape, CD, DVD player, or other
audio sources.

Refer to the audio conguration table for the function of the audio ports in a 2.1, 4.1, 5.1,
or 7.1-channel conguration.

Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel conguration

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Port

Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In

Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out

Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In

Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer

Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out

Gray – – – Side Speaker Out

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Headset

2.1-channel

4.1-channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channel

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ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only). This optional WLAN card allows

your computer to connect to a wireless network.

Expansion slot brackets. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an
expansion card.

ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only). The display output ports on
this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models.

LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network
(LAN) through a network hub.

LAN port LED indications

LED

LAN port

SPEED

LED

ACT/LINK

Activity/Link LED Speed LED

Status Description Status Description

OFF No link OFF 10Mbps connection

ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection

BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection

Air vents. These vents allow air ventilation.

DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for your
computer.

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Setting up your computer

This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external
monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your computer.

Connecting an external monitor

Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only)

Connect your monitor to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card.

To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card:

1. Connect a monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card.

2. Plug the monitor to a power source.

The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models.

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Using the onboard display output ports

Connect your monitor to the onboard display output port.

To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports:

1. Connect a VGA monitor to the VGA port, or a DVI-D monitor to the DVI-D port, or an
HDMI monitor to the HDMI port on the rear panel of your computer.

2. Plug the monitor to a power source.

• If your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the
primary display device in the BIOS. Hence, connect your monitor to a display output port
on the graphics card.

• To connect multiple external monitors to your computer, refer to

external displays in Chapter 2 of this user manual for details.

Connecting multiple

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Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse

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Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your
computer.

Connect your USB keyboard and USB mouse to the USB 2.0 ports.

Connecting the power cord

Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the rear panel of your
computer and the other end to a power source.

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Turning your computer ON

This section describes how to turn on your computer after setting up your computer.

Turning your computer ON

To turn your computer ON:

1. Turn your monitor ON.

2. Press the power button on your computer.

M31AD M51AD

Power button

Power button

K30AD

Power button

3. Wait until the operating system loads automatically.

For details on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1
User Manual, which can be found in this manual.

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Chapter 2

Connecting devices to your computer

Connecting a USB storage device

This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 and USB 3.0 ports on the front and rear panels. The
USB ports allow you to connect USB devices such as storage devices.

To connect a USB storage device:

• Insert the USB storage device to your computer.

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Rear panel

For details, refer to the section
Removing a USB storage device in
the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User
Manual, which can be found in this
manual.

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Connecting microphone and speakers

This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on both the front and rear
panels. The audio I/O ports located on the rear panel allow you to connect 2.1-channel,

4.1-channel, 5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel stereo speakers.

Connecting Headphone and Mic

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Connecting 2.1-channel Speakers

Connecting 4.1-channel Speakers

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Connecting 5.1-channel Speakers

Connecting 7.1-channel Speakers

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Connecting multiple external displays

Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you to connect
multiple external displays.

When a graphics card is installed in your computer, connect the monitors on the output
ports of the graphics card.

Setting up multiple displays

When using multiple monitors, you are allowed to set display modes. You can use the
additional monitor as a duplicate of your main display, or as an extension to enlarge your
Windows desktop.

To set up multiple displays:

1. Turn off your computer.

2. Connect the two monitors to your computer and connect the power cords to the

monitors. Refer to Setting up your computer section in Chapter 1 for details on how
to connect a monitor to your computer.

For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is set to be the primary display has display
during POST. The dual display function works only under Windows.

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3. Turn on your computer.

4. Congure the

Screen Resolution settings.

For details, refer to the section Conguring the Screen Resolution settings in the

Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual.

Connecting an HDTV

Connect a High Denition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your computer.

• You need an HDMI cable to connect the HDTV and the computer. The HDMI cable is
purchased separately.

• To get the best display performance, ensure that your HDMI cable is less than 15
meters.

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Chapter 3

Eye level to the top of
the monitor screen

Foot rest 90˚ angles

Using your computer

Proper posture when using your Desktop PC

When using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper posture is necessary to prevent strain
to your wrists, hands, and other joints or muscles. This section provides you with tips on
avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using and fully enjoying your Desktop
PC.

To maintain the proper posture:

• Position your computer chair to make sure that your elbows are at or slightly above the
keyboard to get a comfortable typing position.

• Adjust the height of your chair to make sure that your knees are slightly higher than
your hips to relax the backs of your thighs. If necessary, use a footrest to raise the level
of your knees.

• Adjust the back of your chair so that the base of your spine is rmly supported and

angled slightly backward.

• Sit upright with your knees, elbows and hips at an approximately 90º angle when you
are at the PC.

• Place the monitor directly in front of you, and turn the top of the monitor screen even
with your eye level so that your eyes look slightly downward.

• Keep the mouse close to the keyboard, and if necessary, use a wrist rest for support to
reduce the pressure on your wrists while typing.

• Use your Desktop PC in a comfortably-lit area, and keep it away from sources of glare
such as windows and straight sunlight.

• Take regular mini-breaks from using your Desktop PC.

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Using the memory card reader

Digital cameras and other digital imaging devices use memory cards to store digital picture or

media les. The built-in memory card reader on the front panel of your system allows you to

read from and write to different memory card drives.

To use the memory card:

1. Insert the memory card into the card slot.

• A memory card is keyed so that it ts in only one direction. DO NOT force a card into a

slot to avoid damaging the card.

• You can place media in one or more of the card slots and use each media
independently. Place only one memory card in a slot at one time.

2. Select a program from the AutoPlay window to access your les.

• On Windows® 7, if AutoPlay is NOT enabled in your computer, click Windows® 7 Start
button on the taskbar, click Computer, and then double-click the memory card icon to
access the data on it.

• On Windows
pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on the Start
screen’s thumbnail. From the popup menu, click File Explorer, and then double-click
the memory card icon to access the data on it.

• Each card slot has its own drive icon which is displayed on the

®

8.1, if AutoPlay is NOT enabled in your computer, hover your mouse

Computer screen.

3. When nished, right-click the memory card drive icon on the Computer screen, click

Eject, and then remove the card.

On Windows® 8.1, hover your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows®
desktop then right-click on the Start screen’s thumbnail. From the popup menu, click File
Explorer to open the Computer screen.

Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting
data on the card or else data loss may occur.

To prevent data loss, use “Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media” in the Windows

notication area before removing the memory card.

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Using the optical drive

2

1

3

Inserting an optical disc

To insert an optical disc:

1. While your system is on, press the eject button below the drive bay cover to open the
tray.

2. Place the disc to the optical drive with the label side facing up.

3. Push the tray to close it.

4. Select a program from the AutoPlay window to access your les.

If AutoPlay is NOT enabled in your computer, to access the data on an optical disc:

• On Windows
icon.

• On Windows
Windows® desktop then right-click on the Start screen’s thumbnail. From the
popup menu, click File Explorer, and then double-click the CD/DVD drive icon.

®

7, click the Start > Computer, and double-click the CD/DVD drive

®

8.1, hover your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of

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Removing an optical disc

To remove an optical disc:

1. While the system is on, do either of the following to eject the tray:

• Press the eject button below the drive bay cover.

• Right-click the CD/DVD drive icon on the

To open the Computer screen on Windows® 8.1, hover your mouse pointer over the lower
left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on the Start screen’s thumbnail. From the
popup menu, click File Explorer to open the Computer screen.

2. Remove the disc from the disc tray.

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Chapter 4

Modem

RJ-45 cable

Connecting to the Internet

Wired connection

Use an RJ-45 cable to connect your computer to a DSL/cable modem or a local area network
(LAN).

Connecting via a DSL/cable modem

To connect via a DSL/cable modem:

1. Set up your DSL/cable modem.

Refer to the documentation that came with your DSL/cable modem.

2. Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the rear panel of your
computer and the other end to a DSL/cable modem.

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3. Turn on the DSL/cable modem and your computer.

4. Congure the necessary Internet connection settings.

• Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in setting up your Internet
connection.

• For details, refer to the section
Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual.

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RJ-45 cable

LAN

Connecting via a local area network (LAN)

To connect via a LAN:

1. Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the rear panel of your
computer and the other end to your LAN.

2. Turn on your computer.

3. Congure the necessary Internet connection settings.

• Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in setting up your Internet
connection.

• For details, refer to the section
Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual.

Conguring the Internet connection settings in the

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Wireless connection (on selected models only)

Wireless AP

Modem

Connect your computer to the Internet through a wireless connection.

To establish a wireless connection, you need to connect to a wireless access point (AP).

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• To increase the range and sensitivity of the wireless radio signal, connect the external
antennas to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card.

• Place the antennas on the top of your computer for the best wireless performance.

• The external antennas are optional items.

• For details, refer to the section
Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual.

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Chapter 5

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

This chapter presents some problems you might encounter and the possible solutions.

My computer cannot be powered on and the power LED on the front

?

panel does not light up.

• Check if your computer is properly connected.

• Check if the wall outlet is functioning.

• Check if the Power Supply Unit is switched on. Refer to the section

your computer ON in Chapter 1.

My computer hangs.

?

• Do the following to close the programs that are not responding:

1. Simultaneously press <Alt> + <Ctrl> + <Delete> keys on the keyboard,

2. Do the following based on the operating system:

On Windows

a) Click the

b) Select the program that is not responding, then click

On Windows

Under

• If the keyboard is not responding, press and hold the Power button until the

then click Task Manager.

®

7:

Applications tab.

®

8.1:

Task Manager in the Processes tab, select the program that is

not responding, then click End Task.

computer shuts down. Then press the Power button to turn it on.

Turning

End Task.

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I cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card

?

(on selected models only)?

• Ensure that you enter the correct network security key for the wireless network
you want to connect to.

• Connect the external antennas (optional) to the antenna connectors on the
ASUS WLAN Card and place the antennas on top of your computer chassis
for the best wireless performance.

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The arrow keys on the number key pad are not working.

?

Check if the Number Lock LED is off. When the Number Lock LED is on,

the keys on the number key pad are used to input numbers only. Press the
Number Lock key to turn the LED off if you want to use the arrow keys on the
number key pad.

No display on the monitor.

?

• Check if the monitor is powered on.

• Ensure that your monitor is properly connected to the video output port on
your computer.

• If your computer comes with a discrete graphics card, ensure that you connect
your monitor to a video output port on the discrete graphics card.

• Check if any of the pins on the monitor video connector is bent. If you discover
bent pins, replace the monitor video connector cable.

• Check if your monitor is plugged to a power source properly.

• Refer to the documentation that came with your monitor for more
troubleshooting information.

When using multiple monitors, only one monitor has display.

?

• Ensure that the both monitors are powered on.

• During POST, only the monitor connected to the VGA port has display. The
dual display function works only under Windows.

• When a graphics card is installed on your computer, ensure that you connect
the monitors to the output port on the graphics card.

• Check if the multiple displays settings are correct.

My computer cannot detect my USB storage device.

?

• The rst time you connect your USB storage device to your computer,

Windows automatically installs a driver for it. Wait for a while and go to My
Computer to check if the USB storage device is detected.

• Connect your USB storage device to another computer to test if the USB
storage device is broken or malfunctions.

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I want to restore or undo changes to my computer’s system settings

?

without affecting my personal les or data.

On Windows® 7:

The Windows

to your computer’s system settings without affecting your personal data such
as documents or photos. For more details, refer to the section Restoring your

system in Chapter 2.

On Windows

You can use Windows

recovery option to restore or undo changes to your computer’s system settings
without affecting your personal data such as documents or photos. To use
this recovery option, click Settings > PC Settings > Update and recovery >
Recovery from the Charms bar, select Refresh everything without affecting

your les, and click Get Started.

The picture on the HDTV is distorted.

?

• It is caused by the different resolutions of your monitor and your HDTV. Adjust

the screen resolution to t your HDTV. To change the screen resolution:

On Windows® 7:

1. Do any of the following to open the

• Click

• Right click anywhere on your Windows desktop. When the pop-up

2. Adjust the resolution. Refer to the documentation came with your HDTV

3. Click

On Windows® 8.1:

Do any of the following to open the

From the Start screen

a) Launch the All Apps screen and pin Control Panel on the Start screen.

®

System Restore feature allows you to restore or undo changes

®

8.1:

®

8.1 Refresh everything without affecting your les

Screen Resolution setting screen:

> Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization >

Display > Change display settings.

menu appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display
settings.

for the resolution.

Apply or OK. Then click Keep Changes on the conrmation

message.

Screen Resolution setting screen:

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For details, refer to Pinning an app on the Start screen from the section
Working with Windows® apps.

b) From the Control Panel, click Adjust screen resolution under

Appearance and Personalization.

From the Desktop Mode screen

a) Launch the Desktop Mode from the Start screen.

b) Right click anywhere on your Desktop Mode screen. When the pop-up

menu appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings.

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My speakers produce no sound.

?

• Ensure that you connect your speakers to the Line out port (lime) on the front
panel or the rear panel.

• Check if your speak is connected to an electrical source and turned on.

• Adjust your speakers’ volume.

• Ensure that your computer’s system sounds are not Muted.

• If it is muted, the volume icon is displayed as
sounds, click

• If it is not muted, click

• Connect your speakers to another computer to test if the speakers arer
working properly.

The DVD drive cannot read a disc.

?

• Check if the disc is placed with the label side facing up.

• Check if the disc is centered in the tray, especially for the discs with

non-standard size or shape.

• Check if the disc is scratched or damaged.

The DVD drive eject button is not responding.

?

1. On Windows® 7, click > Computer.

On Windows

Windows® desktop then right-click on the Start Screen’s thumbnail. From the
popup menu, click File Explorer to open the Computer screen.

®

from the Windows notication area, then click .

and drag the slider to adjust the volume.

8.1, hover your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of

. To enable the system

2. Right-click

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Power

Problem Possible Cause Action

Incorrect power voltage

No power
(The power
indicator is off)

Your computer is not
turned on.

Your computer’s power
cord is not properly
connected.

PSU (Power supply unit)
problems

• Set your computer’s power voltage
switch to your area’s power
requirements.

• Adjust the voltage settings. Ensure
that the power cord is unplugged
from the power outlet.

Press the power key on the front panel
to ensure that your computer is turned
on.

• Ensure that the power cord is
properly connected.

• Use other compatible power cord.

Contact the ASUS Service Center
about installing another PSU on your
computer.

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Display

Problem Possible Cause Action

No display
output after
turning the
computer on
(Black screen)

The signal cable is
not connected to the
correct VGA port on your
computer.

Signal cable problems Try connecting to another monitor.

LAN

Problem Possible Cause Action

The LAN cable is not
connected.

LAN cable problems

Cannot access
the Internet

Your computer is not
properly connected to a
router or hub.

Network settings

Problems caused by the
anti-virus software

Driver problems Reinstall the LAN driver

• Connect the signal cable to the
correct display port (onboard VGA or
discrete VGA port).

• If you are using a discrete VGA
card, connect the signal cable to the
discrete VGA port.

Connect the LAN cable to your
computer.

Ensure the LAN LED is on. If not,
try another LAN cable. If it still does
not work, contact the ASUS service
center.

Ensure that your computer is properly
connected to a router or hub.

Contact your Internet Service Provider
(ISP) for the correct LAN settings.

Close the anti-virus software.

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Audio

Problem Possible Cause Action

Speaker or headphone is
connected to the wrong
port.

No Audio

Speaker or headphone
does not work.

• Refer to your computer’s user
manual for the correct port.

• Disconnect and reconnect the
speaker to your computer.

Try using another speaker or
headphone.

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The front and back audio
ports do not work.

Driver problems Reinstall the audio driver

Try both the front and back audio
ports. If one port failed, check if the
port is set to multi-channel.

System

Problem Possible Cause Action

Too many programs are
running.

System speed is
too slow

The system often

hangs or freezes.

Computer virus attack

Hard disk drive failure

Memory module problems

There is not enough
air ventilation for your
computer.

Incompatible softwares are
installed.

Close some of the programs.

• Use an anti-virus software to
scan for viruses and repair your
computer.

• Reinstall the operating system.

• Send the damaged hard disk
drive to ASUS Service Center for
servicing.

• Replace with a new hard disk drive.

• Replace with compatible memory
modules.

• Remove the extra memory
modules that you have installed,
then try again.

• Contact the ASUS Service Center
for assistance.

Move your computer to an area with

better air ow.

Reinstall the OS and reinstall
compatible softwares.

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CPU

Problem Possible Cause Action

Your computer is booting
up.

Too noisy right
after turning on
the computer.

Computer is too
noisy when in use.

If the problem still persists, refer to your Desktop PC’s warranty card and contact the ASUS
Service Center. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for the service
center information.

The BIOS settings have
been changed.

Old BIOS version

The CPU fan has been
replaced.

There is not enough
air ventilation for the
computer.

The system temperature is
too high.

It is normal. The fan runs on its
full speed when the computer is
powering on. The fan slows down
after entering the OS.

Restore the BIOS to its default
settings.

Update the BIOS to the latest
version. Visit the ASUS Support
site at http://support.asus.com to
download the latest BIOS versions.

Ensure that you are using a
compatible or ASUS-recommended
CPU fan.

Ensure that your computer is

working in an area with good air ow.

• Update the BIOS.

• If you know how to reinstall the
motherboard, try to clean the inner
space of the chassis.

• Contact the ASUS Service Center
for assistance.

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ASUS Desktop PC

Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1

User Manual

Appendix

Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual

E8706
First Edition
October 2013
Copyright © ASUSTeK Computer Inc.
All Rights Reserved

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48

Chapter 1

Using Windows® 7

Starting for the rst time

When you start your computer for the rst time, a series of screens appear to guide you in
conguring the basic settings of your Windows® 7 operating system.

To start for the rst time:

1. Turn your computer on. Wait for a few minutes until the
appears.

2. From dropdown list, select your language, then click

3. From the dropdown lists, select your
Keyboard layout, then click Next.

4. Key in uniques names for the

5. Key in the necessary information to set up your password, then click
also click Next to skip this step without entering any information.

If you want to set up a password for your account later, refer to the section Setting up a
user account and password in this chapter.

6. Carefully read the license terms. Tick I accept the license terms and click Next.

7. Select

8. Review your date and time settings. Click

Use recommended settings or Install important updates only to set up the

security settings for your computer. To skip this step, select Ask me later.

restarts. You may now start using your computer.

Country or region, Time and currency, and

user name and computer name, then click Next.

Next. The system loads the new settings and

Set Up Windows screen

Next.

Next. You may

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Using Windows® 7 desktop

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Click the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more information about Windows® 7.

Using the Start menu

The Start menu gives you access to programs, utilities, and other useful items on your
computer. It also provides you with more information about Windows 7 through its Help and

Support feature.

Launching items from the Start menu

To launch items from the Start menu:

®

1. From the Windows

2. From the Start menu, select the item that you want to launch.

You may pin programs that you want constantly displayed on the Start menu. For more
details, refer to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on this
chapter.

Using the Getting Started item

The Getting Started item on the Start menu contains information about some basic tasks

such as personalizing Windows®, adding new users, and transferring les to help you to
familiarize yourself with using Windows® 7.

To use the Getting Started item:

1. From the Windows

2. Select

3. Select the task that you want to do.

Getting Started. The list of available tasks appears.

taskbar, click the Start icon .

®

taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu.

Using the taskbar

The taskbar allows you to launch and manage programs or items installed on your computer.

Launching a program from the taskbar

To launch a program from the taskbar:

®

• From the Windows
program.

You may pin programs that you want constantly displayed on the taskbar. For more details,
refer to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on this chapter.

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Pinning items on the jumplists

When you right-click an icon on the taskbar, a jumplist launches to provide you with quick­access to the program’s or item’s related links.You may pin items on the jumplist such as

favorite websites, often-visited folders or drives, or recently played media les.

To pin items to the jumplist:

1. From the taskbar, right-click an icon.

2. From the jumplist, right-click the item that you want to pin, then select

Pin to this list.

Unpinning items from the jumplist

To unpin items from the jumplist:

1. From the taskbar, right-click an icon.

2. From the jumplist, right-click the item that you want to remove from the jumplist, then

select Unpin from this list.

Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar

To pin programs on the Start menu or taskbar:

®

1. From the Windows

2. Right-click the item that you want to pin on the Start menu or taskbar.

3. Select

Pin to Taskbar or Pin to Start menu.

You may also right-click on the icon of a running program on the taskbar, then select Pin
this program to taskbar.

taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu.

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Unpinning programs from the Start menu

To unpin programs from the Start menu:

®

1. From the Windows

2. From the Start menu, right-click the program that you want to unpin, then select

Remove from this list.

taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu.

Unpinning programs from the taskbar

To unpin programs from the taskbar:

1. From the taskbar, right-click the program that you want to remove from the taskbar,

then select Unpin this program from taskbar.

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Using the notication area

By default, the notication area shows these three icons:

Action Center notication

Click this icon to display all the alert messages/notications and launch the Windows

Action Center.

Network connection

This icon displays the connection status and signal strength of the wired or wireless network
connection.

Volume

Click this icon to adjust the volume.

Displaying an alert notication

To display an alert notication:

®

• Click the Notication icon

For more details, refer to the section Using Windows® Action Center in this chapter.

, then click the message to open it.

Customizing icons and notications

You may choose to display or hide the icons and notications on the taskbar or on the
notication area.

To customize icons and notications:

1. From the notication area, click on the arrow icon

2. Click

Customize.

.

3. From the dropdown list, select the behaviors for the icons or items that you want to

customize.

Managing your les and folders

Using Windows® Explorer

Windows® Explorer allows you to view, manage, and organize your les and folders.

Launching Windows® Explorer

To launch Windows Explorer:

®

1. From the Windows

2. Click

Computer to launch Windows Explorer.

taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu.

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Exploring les and folders

To explore les and folders:

®

1. Launch Windows

2. From the navigation or view pane, browse for the location of your data.

3. From the breadcrumb bar, click the arrow to display the contents of the drive or folder.

Explorer.

Customizing the le/folder view

To customize the le/folder view:

1. Launch Windows Explorer.

2. From the navigation pane, select the location of your data.

3. From the toolbar, click the View icon

4. From the View menu, move the slider to select how you want to view the le/folder.

You may also right-click anywhere on the View pane, click View, and select the view type
that you want.

.

Arranging your les

To arrange your les:

1. Launch Windows Explorer.

2. From the

3. Select your preferred arrangement type.

Arrange by eld, click to display the dropdown list.

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Sorting your les

To sort your les:

1. Launch Windows Explorer.

2. Right-click anywhere on the View pane.

3. From the menu that appears, select

Sort by, then select your preferred sorting type.

Grouping your les

To group your les:

1. Launch Windows Explorer.

2. Right-click anywhere on the View pane.

3. From the menu that appears, select
type.

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Adding a new folder

To add a new folder:

1. Launch Windows Explorer.

2. From the toolbar, click

3. Key in a name for the new folder.

You may also right-click anywhere on the View pane, click New > Folder.

New folder.

Backing up your les

Setting up a backup

To set up a backup:

1. Click

2. Click

3. Select your backup destination. Click

4. Select

5. Follow the onscreen instructions to nish the process.

> All Programs > Maintenance > Backup and Restore.

Set up backup. Click Next.

Next.

Let Windows choose (recommended) or Let me choose as your backup

mode.

If you select Let Windows choose, Windows will not back up your programs, FAT-

formatted les, Recycle Bin les, or temporary les that are 1GB or more.

Restoring your system settings

The Windows® System Restore feature creates a restore point where the computer’s system
settings are stored at certain time and date. It allows you to restore or undo changes to your
computer’s system settings without affecting your personal data.

To restore your system:

1. Close all running applications.

2. Click

3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process.

> All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > System Restore.

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Protecting your computer

Using Windows® 7 Action Center

Windows® 7 Action Center provides you with alert notications, security information, system

maintenance information, and the option to automatically troubleshoot and x some common

computer problems.

You may customize the notications. For more details, refer to the previous section

Customizing icons and notications in this chapter.

Launching Windows® 7 Action Center

To launch Windows® 7 Action Center:

®

1. To launch Windows
Action Center.

2. From Windows

Using Windows® Update

Windows Update allows you to check and install the latest updates to enhance the security
and performance of your computer.

Launching Windows® Update

To launch Windows® Update:

1. From the Windows

2. Select

3. From the Windows

All Programs > Windows Update.

7 Action Center, click the Notication icon , then click Open

®

7 Action Center, click the task that you want to do.

®

taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu.

®

Update screen, click the task that you want to do.

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Setting up a user account and password

You may create user accounts and passwords for people who will use your computer.

Setting up a user account

To set up a user account:

®

1. From the Windows

2. Select

3. Select

4. Key in the name of the new user.

5. Select either

6. When done, click

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Manage another account.

Create a new account.

taskbar, click > Getting Started > Add new users.

Standard user or Administrator as the user type.

Create Account.

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Setting up a user’s password

To set up a user’s password:

1. Select the user that you would like to set a password.

2. Select

3. Key in a password and conrm it. Key in your password’s hint.

4. When done, click

Create a password.

Create password.

Activating the anti-virus software

Trend Micro Internet Security is pre-installed on your computer. It is a third-party anti-virus
software protecting your computer from virus. It is purchased separately. You have a 30-day
trial period after activating it.

To activate Trend Micro Internet Security:

1. Run the Trend Micro Internet Security application.

2. Carefully read the license terms. Click

3. Input your e-mail address and select your location. Click

4. Click Finish to complete the activation.

Agree & Activate.

Next.

Getting Windows® Help and Support

Windows® Help and Support provides you with guides and answers in using the applications
in Windows® 7 platform.

To launch Windows® Help and Support, click > Help and Support.

Ensure that you are connected to the Internet to obtain the latest Windows

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online help.

Chapter 2

Using Windows® 8.1

Starting for the rst time

When you start your computer for the rst time, a series of screens appear to guide you in
conguring the basic settings of your Windows® 8.1 operating system.

To start your Desktop PC for the rst time:

1. Press the power button on your Desktop PC. Wait for a few minutes until the setup
screen appears.

2. From the setup screen, pick a language to use on your Desktop PC. As other settings

appear, select your country or region, app language, keyboard layout, and time zone

then tap Next.

3. Carefully read the License Terms, then tap

4. Follow the onscreen instructions to congure the following basic items:

• Personalize

• Connect

• Settings

• Your account

5. After conguring the basic items, the Windows®8.1 tutorial appears. Watch this to

learn more about Windows®8.1 functionalities.

I Accept.

Windows® 8.1 lock screen

The Windows®8.1 lock screen may appear when your Desktop PC enters the Windows®8.1
operating system. To proceed, tap on the lock screen or press any key on your Desktop PC's
keyboard.

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Using the Windows® UI

The Windows® User Interface (UI) is the tile-based display used in Windows® 8.1. It includes
the following features you can use while working on your Desktop PC.

Start screen

The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to your user account. It helps organize

all the programs and applications you need in just one place.

You can press the Windows key to launch the Start screen from any apps.

live tiles

Zoom in/out button

for live tiles

User account

Windows® apps

These are apps pinned on the Start screen and displayed on tiled-format for easy access.

A screen resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels or higher is required to run Windows® apps.

Some apps require signing in to your Microsoft account before they are fully launched.

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Hotspots

Onscreen hotspots allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your Desktop
PC. The functions in these hotspots can be activated using your mouse.

Hotspots on a running app

Hotspots on the Start screen

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Hotspot Action

upper left corner Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent

lower left corner From a running app screen:

top Hover your mouse pointer until it changes to a hand

upper and lower right
corner

app’s thumbnail to go back to that app.

Move your mouse pointer down to display all the
running apps.

Hover your mouse pointer on the lower left corner then

tap to go back to the Start screen.

NOTE: You can also press the Windows key on
your keyboard to go back to the Start screen.

From the Start screen:

Hover your mouse pointer on the lower left corner then

tap to go back to that app.

icon. Drag then drop the app to a new location.
NOTE: This hotspot function only works on a running

app or when you want to use the Snap feature. For
more details, refer to Snap feature under Working
with Windows® apps.

Hover your mouse pointer to launch the Charms bar.

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Working with Windows® apps

Use your Desktop PC’s keyboard or mouse to launch and customize your apps.

Launching apps

• Position your mouse pointer on an app then left-click once to launch it.

• Press <Tab> twice then use the arrow keys to browse through the apps. Press <Enter>
to launch your selected app.

Customizing apps

You can move, resize, or unpin apps from the Start screen using the following steps.

• To move an app, drag and drop the app to a new location.

Resizing apps

Right-click the app to activate its settings bar, then tap and select an app tile size.

Unpinning apps

To unpin an app from the Start screen, right-click on the app to activate its settings bar then
click Unpin from Start.

Closing apps

• Move your mouse pointer on the top side of the launched app then wait for the pointer to

change to a hand icon.

• Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the screen to close it.

• From the running app’s screen, press <Alt> + <F4>.

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Accessing the All Apps screen

From the All Apps screen, you can congure an apps settings or pin an app to the Start

screen or to the Desktop mode taskbar.

Launching the All Apps screen

• On the Start screen, click .

• From the Start screen, press <

Pinning an app on the Start screen

1. Launch the All Apps screen.

2. From the All Apps screen, right-click an app to display its settings bar.

3. From the settings bar, click

Tab>, then press <Enter> on your keyboard.

Pin to Start.

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Charms bar

The Charms bar is a toolbar that can be triggered on the right side of your screen. It consists

of several tools that allow you to share applications and provide quick access for customizing

the settings of your Desktop PC.

Charms bar

Launching the Charms bar

When called out, the Charms bar initially appears as a set of white icons. The image above
shows how the Charms bar looks like once activated.

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Use your Desktop PC’s mouse or keyboard to launch the Charms bar.

• Move your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right corner of the screen.

• Press

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Inside the Charms bar

Search

This charm allows you to look for les, applications, or programs in your

Desktop PC.

Share

This charm allows you to share applications via social networking sites
or email.

Start

This charm reverts the display back to the Start screen. From the Start
screen, you can also use this to revert back to a recently opened app.

Devices

This charm allows you to access and share les with the devices

attached to your Desktop PC such as an external display or printer.

Settings

This charm allows you to access the PC settings of your Desktop PC.

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Snap feature

The Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between
apps.

Ensure that your Desktop PC’s screen resolution is set to 1366 x 768 pixels or higher
before using the Snap feature.

Snap bar

Using Snap

To use Snap:

1. Use your Desktop PC’s mouse or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen.

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Using your mouse

a) Click on an app to launch it.

b) Hover the mouse pointer on the top side of your screen.

c) Once the pointer changes to a hand icon, drag and drop the app to the right or left

side of the display panel.

Using your keyboard

• Launch an app then press + < . > + left or right key to place the rst app on

the left or right side of the display panel.

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Other keyboard shortcuts

Using your keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications
and navigate Windows® 8.1.

Switches between the Start screen and the last running app.

+ <D>

+ <E>

+ <F>

+ <H>

+ <I>

+ <K>

+ <L>

+ <M>

+ <P>

+ <Q>

+ <R>

Launches the desktop.

Launches the Computer window on the desktop.

Opens the File search pane.

Opens the Share pane.

Opens the Settings pane.

Opens the Devices pane.

Activates the Lock screen.

Minimizes all currently active screens.

Opens the Second screen pane.

Opens the Everywhere search pane.

Opens the Run window.

+ <U>

+ <W>

+ <X>

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Opens Ease of Access Center.

Opens the Settings search pane.

Opens a menu box of Windows tools

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+ <+>

Launches the magnier and zooms in your screen.

+ <->

+ <Enter>

Zooms out your screen.

Opens the Narrator Settings.

Turning your Desktop PC OFF

To turn your Desktop PC OFF:

Do any of the following to shut down your Desktop PC:

• From the Charms bar, click

• From the login screen, click

• If your Desktop PC is unresponsive, press and hold the power button for at least four (4)

seconds until your Desktop PC turns off.

Settings > Power > Shut down to do a normal shutdown.

Power > Shutdown.

Putting your Desktop PC to sleep

To put your Desktop PC on Sleep mode, press the Power button once.

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Entering the BIOS Setup

BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that are needed for
system startup in the Desktop PC.

In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure
optimal performance. Do not change the default BIOS settings except in the following
circumstances:

• An error message appears on the screen during the system bootup and requests you
to run the BIOS Setup.

• You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or
update.

Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend
that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel.

Quickly enter the BIOS

Windows® 8.1 boot time is quite fast, so we developed the following ways for you to quickly
access the BIOS:

• Press the power button for at least four seconds to shut down your Desktop PC, then

press the power button again to turn your Desktop PC back on, and press <Del> during
POST.

• When your Desktop PC is off, disconnect the power cord from your Desktop PC’s

power connector. Reconnect the power cord and press the power button to turn on your
Desktop PC. Press <Del> during POST.

POST (Power-On Self Test) is a series of software controlled diagnostic tests that run when
you turn on your Desktop PC.

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Other Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 functions

Removing a USB storage device

Windows® 7

To remove a USB storage device on Windows® 7:

1. Click

2. When the

Windows® 8.1

To remove a USB storage device on Windows® 8.1:

1. From the Start screen, click

2. Click

3. When the

from the Windows notication area on your

computer, then click Eject USB2.0 FlashDisk or Eject
USB3.0 FlashDisk if you are using the USB3.0 ash drive

or USB3.0-compatible devices.

Safe to Remove Hardware message

pops up, remove the USB storage device from
your computer.

Desktop to launch the Desktop Mode.

from the taskbar, then click Eject [Name of USB Drive].

Safe to Remove Hardware message pops up, remove the USB storage

device from your computer.

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DO NOT remove a USB storage device when data transfer is in progress. Doing so may
cause data loss or damage the USB storage device.

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Windows® 7

To congure the screen resolution settings on Windows® 7:

1. Do any of the following to open the

• Click

• Right click anywhere on your Windows desktop. When the pop-up menu appears,

2. Select the display mode from the

•

Duplicate these displays: Select this option to use the additional monitor as a
duplicate of your main display.

Extend these displays: Select this option to use the additional monitor as an

•

extension display. This increases your desktop space.

Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this option to show desktop only on monitor 1

•

or monitor 2.

Remove this display: Select this options to remove the selected display.

•

3. Click

> Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Display >

Change display settings.

click Personalize > Display > Change display settings.

Apply or OK. Click Keep Changes on the conrmation message.

Screen Resolution setting screen:

Multiple displays: drop-down list.

Windows® 8.1

To congure the screen resolution settings on Windows® 8.1:

1. Do any of the following to open the

From the Start screen

a) Launch the All Apps screen and pin Control Panel on the Start screen.

Screen Resolution setting screen:

For details, refer to Pinning an app on the Start screen from the section Working with
Windows® apps in Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8.1.

b) From the Control Panel, click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and

Personalization.

From the Desktop mode screen

a) Launch the Desktop mode from the Start screen.

b) Right click anywhere on your Desktop mode screen. When the pop-up menu

appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings.

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2. Select the display mode from the Multiple displays: drop-down list.

•

Duplicate these displays: Select this option to use the additional monitor as a
duplicate of your main display.

•

Extend these displays: Select this option to use the additional monitor as an
extension display. This increases your desktop space.

Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this option to show desktop only on monitor 1

•
or monitor 2.

3. Click

Apply or OK. Click Keep Changes on the conrmation message.

Conguring the Internet connection settings

Wired connection

Windows® 7

Conguring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection

To congure a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection:

1. Go to

2. From the Network and Sharing

3. Right-click on your LAN and select

Start > Control Panel >

Network and Sharing Center.

Center screen, click Change Adapter
settings.

Properties.

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4. Select Internet Protocol
Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), then click
Properties.

5. Select

6. Select

7. Click

8. Return to the Network and

Obtain an IP address

automatically if you want

the IP settings to be assigned
automatically. Otherwise, select
Use the following IP address:
and key in IP address and Subnet

mask.

Obtain DNS server

address automatically if you

want the DNS server settings to be
assigned automatically. Otherwise,
select Use the following DNS

server addresses: and key in the
Preferred and Alternate DNS
server.

OK when done.

Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection.

Sharing Center and then click
Set up a new connection or
network.

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9. Select Connect to the Internet
and click Next.

10. Select Broadband (PPPoE) and
click Next.

11. Enter your User name and,
Password, and Connection name.
Click Connect.

12. Click

13. Click the network icon in the taskbar

14. Enter your user name and

Close to nish the

conguration.

and click the connection you just
created.

password. Click Connect to
connect to the Internet.

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Conguring a static IP network connection

To congure a static IP network connection :

1. Repeat steps 1 to 4 of the previous section.

2 Click

3. Enter the IP address, Subnet mask and

4. If needed, enter the preferred DNS Server

5. When done, click

Use the following IP address.

Gateway from your service provider.

address and alternative address.

OK.

Windows® 8.1

Conguring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection

To congure a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection:

1. From the Start screen, click

Desktop to launch the Desktop mode.

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2. From the Windows® taskbar, right-click the network icon and click Open Network
and Sharing Center.

3. From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen, click

4. Right-click on your LAN and select

5. Click

6. Click Obtain an IP address

Internet Protocol Version

4(TCP/IPv4) and click Properties.

automatically and click OK.

Properties.

Change Adapter settings.

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7. Return to the

Sharing Center and then click
Set up a new connection or
network.

8. Select Connect to the Internet and
click Next.

9. Select Broadband (PPPoE) and click

Next.

Network and

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10. Enter your User name and,
Password, and Connection name.
Click Connect.

11. Click

12. Click the network icon in the taskbar

13. Enter your user name and password.

Close to nish the

conguration.

and click the connection you just
created.

Click Connect to connect to the
Internet.

Conguring a static IP network connection

To congure a static IP network connection:

1. Repeat steps 1 to 4 of the previous
section.

2 Click

3. Enter the IP address, Subnet mask and

4. If needed, enter the preferred DNS Server

5. When done, click

Use the following IP address.

Gateway from your service provider.

address and alternative address.

OK.

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Wireless connection

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

Windows® 7

To connect to a Wi-Fi network:

1. Click the network icon in the notication area to display the available wireless

networks.

2. Select the wireless network that you want to connect to, then click

3. You may need to key in the network security key for a secured wireless network, then

click OK.

4. Wait while your computer is connecting to the wireless network.

5. The wireless connection is established successfully. The connection status is displayed

and the network icon displays the connected status.

Windows® 8.1

To connect to a Wi-Fi network:

1. Do any of the following to launch the
application mode:

a) Hover you mouse pointer on the upper or lower right of the screen.

Charms bar from the Start screen or from any

Connect.

b) On your keyboard, press

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2. From the Charms bar, select Settings and click the network icon .

3. Select the network that you want to connect to from the list.

4. Click

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Recovering your system

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Windows® 7

Using the system recovery partition

The system recovery partition quickly restores your Desktop PC’s software to its original

working state. Before using the system recovery partition, copy your data les (such as
Outlook PST les) to USB storage devices or to a network drive and make note of any
customized conguration settings (such as network settings).

About the system recovery partition

The system recovery partition is a reserved space on your hard disk drive used to restore the
operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your Desktop PC at the factory.

DO NOT delete the system recovery partition, which is the partition without volume label
on Disk 0. The system recovery partition is created at the factory and cannot be restored if

deleted. Take your Desktop PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems

with the recovery process.

Using the system recovery partition:

1. Press <

2. Highlight Windows Setup [EMS Enabled] and press

3. From the Recover system to a partition screen, click

4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process.

Using the Recovery DVD (on selected models)

F9> during bootup.

<Enter>.

<Next>.

Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities.

Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on your Desktop
PC. According to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on
the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition.

To use the Recovery DVD:

1. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive. Your Desktop PC needs to be powered
ON.

2. Restart the Desktop PC and press <
labeled as “CD/DVD”) and press <Enter> to boot from the Recovery DVD.

3. Select OK to start to restore the image.

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F8> on bootup and select the optical drive (may be

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4. Select OK to conrm the system recovery.

Restoring will overwrite your hard drive. Ensure to back up all your important data before
the system recovery.

5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process.

DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to do so, during the recovery process
or else your partitions will be unusable.

Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities.

Windows® 8.1

Resetting your PC

The Reset your PC option restores your PC to its factory default settings.

Back up all your data before using this option.

To reset your PC:

1. Press <

2. From the screen, click

3. Select

4. Click

5. Select

6. Select

7. Click

F9> during bootup.

Troubleshoot.

Reset your PC.

Next.

Only the drive where the Windows is installed.

Just remove my les.

Reset.

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• The F9 recovery function is not applicable for downgrade versions of Windows

Refer to the Removing everything and reinstalling Windows section for details
on doing recovery inside Windows® 8.1. In case your operating system fails, use the
bundled recovery DVD to reinstall your system.

• Ensure that all data are backed up before doing a full recovery of your operating system

to avoid losing important les.

Download the multi-language versions of this notice from the ASUS Support site at
http://support.asus.com

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To reset your PC by using Recovery DVD:

• Back up all your data before using this option.

• Disconnect all external hard disk drives before performing system recovery on your
Desktop PC to avoid restoring Windows on the wrong partition or drive.

1. Press <F8> during bootup.

2. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive. On the End-User License Agreement

(EULA) screen, click Accept.

3. Select

4. Click

5. Select

6. Select

7. Click

Reset your PC.

Next.

Only the drive where the Windows is installed.

Just remove my les.

Reset.

Recovering from a system image le

You can create a USB recovery drive and use this to recover your PC’s settings.

Creating a USB recovery drive

The USB storage device must have at least 16GB available space.

All les on your USB storage device will be permanently deleted during the process. Before

you proceed, ensure that you back up all your important data.

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To create a USB recovery drive:

1. Launch the Control Panel from the All Apps screen.

For details, refer to Launching the All Apps screen under Working with Windows® apps.

2. From the Control Panel’s System and Security, click Find and x problems.

3. Click

4. Click

5. Select the USB storage device

6. Click

Recovery > Create a

recovery drive.

Copy the recovery partition
from the PC to the recovery
drive, and then click Next.

where you want to copy the

recovery les.

Next.

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7. Click Create. Wait for a while for

the process to complete.

8. When the process is completed,

click Finish.

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Removing everything and reinstalling Windows

Restoring your PC to its original factory settings can be done using the Remove everything
and reinstall option s in PC Settings. Refer to the steps below to use this option.

Back up all your data before using this option.

This process may take a while to complete.

1. Launch the Charm bar.

2. Click

3. Scroll down to view the

Settings > PC Settings > Update and recovery > Recovery.

Remove everything and reinstall Windows option. Under

this option, click Get Started.

4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the reinstallation and reset process.

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ASUS contact information

ASUS contact information

ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.

Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei,

Taiwan 11259

Telephone [phone]

Fax [phone]

E-mail [e-mail]

Web site www.asus.com.tw

Technical Support

Telephone [phone]

Online support support.asus.com

ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)

Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA

94539, USA

Telephone [phone]

Fax [phone]

Web site usa.asus.com

Technical Support

Telephone [phone]

Support fax [phone]

Online support support.asus.com

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ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)

Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880

Fax [phone]

Web site asus.com/de

Online contact eu-rma.asus.com/sales

Technical Support

Telephone (Component) [phone]*

Telephone Germany (System/Notebook/Eee/LCD) [phone]*

Telephone Austria (System/Notebook/Eee/LCD) [phone]*

Support Fax [phone]

Online support support.asus.com

Manufacturer: ASUSTeK Computer Inc.
Address: 4F, No.150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112,

Authorised representative in
Europe:

Address: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN,

TAIWAN

ASUS Computer GmbH

GERMANY

Ratingen, Germany

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