ASUS Desktop PC
M31AD, M51AD, and M32AD
User Manual
M31AD
M51AD
M32AD
E9019
First Edition
February 2014
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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 ........................................................................................................23
Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer
Connecting a USB storage device ............................................................................................25
Connecting microphone and speakers ..................................................................................26
Connecting multiple external displays ..................................................................................30
Connecting an HDTV ....................................................................................................................31
Chapter 3: Using your computer
Proper posture when using your Desktop PC ......................................................................33
Using the memory card reader .................................................................................................34
Using the optical drive .................................................................................................................35
Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet
Wired connection ...........................................................................................................................37
Wireless connection (on selected models only) .................................................................39
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................41
Appendix
Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual
Using Windows® 7
Starting for the rst time .............................................................................................................51
Using Windows® 7 desktop..........................................................................................................52
Managing your les and folders ...............................................................................................54
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Restoring your system settings .................................................................................................56
Protecting your computer...........................................................................................................57
Getting Windows® Help and Support ......................................................................................58
Using Windows® 8.1
Starting for the rst time .............................................................................................................59
Windows® 8.1 lock screen .............................................................................................................59
Using the Windows® UI .................................................................................................................60
Working with Windows® apps ....................................................................................................63
Other keyboard shortcuts ...........................................................................................................68
Turning your Desktop PC OFF ...................................................................................................69
Putting your Desktop PC to sleep ............................................................................................69
Entering the BIOS Setup ..............................................................................................................70
Other Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 functions
Removing a USB storage device ...............................................................................................71
Conguring the screen resolution settings ..........................................................................72
Conguring the Internet connection settings .....................................................................73
Recovering your system ...............................................................................................................82
ASUS contact information
ASUS contact information ...........................................................................................................87
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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 dierent 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 o 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 dierent 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 modications to this unit not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
Lithium-Ion Battery Warning
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.
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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 specications. This device complies with RSS 210
of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interferencecausing 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: DO NOT throw the battery in re. DO NOT short circuit the contacts.
DO NOT disassemble the battery.
• Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0˚C (32F)and 35˚C
(95F).
• 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.
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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 qualied service
technician or your retailer.
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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 toInformation 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.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 http://support.asus.com/contact for the contact information of local
Technical Support Engineer.
• 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
ASUS Desktop PC
Keyboard x1 Mouse x1
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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 specications may vary with
dierent models.
Installation Guide x1
Warranty card x1
Chapter 1
Getting started
Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing the ASUS M31AD / M51AD / M32AD Desktop PC!
The ASUS M31AD / M51AD / M32AD 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
dierent 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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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 Windows®
operating system.
• Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows® OS
environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation.
• USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only.
• We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and
better performance for your USB 3.0 devices.
Memory Stick™ (MS) / Memory Stick Pro™ (MS Pro) / MultiMediaCard (MMC) /
Secure Digital™ (SD) / High Capacity Secure Digital™(SDHC) / xD-Picture (XD) card
slot. Insert a supported memory card into this slot.
Headphone port. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Supported by ASUS
Audio Wizard.
Microphone port. This port connects to a microphone.
Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer.
Optical disk drive eject button. Press this button to eject the optical disk drive tray.
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
• M32AD
• 110~120Vac/220~240Vac, 7.0A/4.0A, 50Hz/60Hz (for Taiwan)
• 220~240Vac, 3.0A, 50Hz (for Europe)
• 110~120Vac/220~240Vac, 8.0A/4.0A, 50Hz/60Hz (for North America and Asia Pacic)
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-Denition 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.
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Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects to the side speakers in a 4.1, 5.1, and
7.1-channel audio conguration.
Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects to the rear speakers in a 4.1, 5.1, and
7.1-channel audio conguration.
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 conguration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.
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Line In port (light blue). This port connects to a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio
sources.
Refer to the audio conguration table for the function of the audio ports in a 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or
7.1-channel conguration.
Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel conguration
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
Headset
2.1-channel
4.1-channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channel
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 dierent models.
LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN)
through a network hub.
LAN port LED indications
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
ACT/LINK
LED
LAN port
SPEED
LED
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 dierent 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.
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• 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 Connecting multiple
external displays in Chapter 2 of this user manual for details.
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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.
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Connect your USB keyboard and USB mouse to the USB 2.0 ports.
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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.
Power button
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Power button
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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
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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, 5.1channel, 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 o 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.
3. Turn on your computer.
4. Congure the Screen Resolution settings.
For details, refer to the section Conguring the Screen Resolution settings in the Windows® 7 /
Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual.
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Connecting an HDTV
Connect a High Denition 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 dierent 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® 8.1, if AutoPlay is NOT enabled in your computer, 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, 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 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® notication
area before removing the memory card.
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Using the optical drive
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® 7, click the Start > Computer, and double-click the CD/DVD drive icon.
• 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, and then double-click the CD/DVD drive icon.
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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 Computer screen, and click Eject.
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. Congure 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 Conguring the Internet connection settings in the
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. Congure 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 Conguring the Internet connection settings in the
Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual.
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Wireless connection (on selected models only)
Wireless AP
Modem
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 Conguring the Internet connection settings in the
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 Turning 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, then
2. Do the following based on the operating system:
On Windows® 7:
a) Click the Applications tab.
b) Select the program that is not responding, then click End Task.
On Windows® 8.1:
Under Task Manager in the Processes tab, select the program that is not
• If the keyboard is not responding, press and hold the Power button until the
click Task Manager.
responding, then click End Task.
computer shuts down. Then press the Power button to turn it on.
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I cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card
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(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.
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Check if the Number Lock LED is o. 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 o 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.
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• 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
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without affecting my personal les or data.
On Windows® 7:
The Windows® System Restore feature allows you to restore or undo changes to
your computer’s system settings without aecting your personal data such as
documents or photos. For more details, refer to the section Restoring your system
in Chapter 2.
On Windows® 8.1:
You can use Windows® 8.1 Refresh everything without aecting your les
recovery option to restore or undo changes to your computer’s system settings
without aecting 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 aecting your les, and
click Get Started.
The picture on the HDTV is distorted.
?
• It is caused by the dierent 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 Screen Resolution setting screen:
• Click > Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Display >
Change display settings.
• Right click anywhere on your Windows desktop. When the pop-up menu
2. Adjust the resolution. Refer to the documentation came with your HDTV for
3. Click Apply or OK. Then click Keep Changes on the conrmation message.
On Windows® 8.1:
Do any of the following to open the Screen Resolution setting screen:
a) Launch the All Apps screen and pin Control Panel on the Start screen.a) Launch the All Apps screen and pin Control Panel on the Start screen.
appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings.
the resolution.
From the Start 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.
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• 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 . To enable the system
sounds, click from the Windows notication area, then click .
• If it is not muted, click and drag the slider to adjust the volume.
• 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.
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1. On Windows® 7, click > Computer.
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. Right-click , then click Eject from the menu.
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Power
Problem Possible Cause Action
Incorrect power voltage
No power
(The power
indicator is o)
Your computer is not turned
on.
• 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.
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Your computer’s power cord
is not properly connected.
PSU (Power supply unit)
problems
• 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 antivirus 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
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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 forContact 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.
The BIOS settings have been
changed.
Old BIOS version
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.
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 CPU fan has been
replaced.
There is not enough air
ventilation for the computer.
The system temperature is
too high.
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 forContact the ASUS Service Center for
assistance.
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Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1
User Manual
Appendix
Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual
E8623
First Edition
August 2013
Copyright © ASUSTeK Computer Inc.
All Rights Reserved
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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
conguring 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 Set Up Windows screen appears.
2. From dropdown list, select your language, then click Next.
3. From the dropdown lists, select your Country or region, Time and currency, and Keyboard
layout, then click Next.
4. Key in uniques names for the user name and computer name, then click Next.
5. Key in the necessary information to set up your password, then click Next. You may 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 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.
8. Review your date and time settings. Click Next. The system loads the new settings and
restarts. You may now start using your computer.
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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® taskbar, click the Start icon .
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® taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu.
2. Select Getting Started. The list of available tasks appears.
3. Select the task that you want to do.
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® taskbar, click an icon to launch it. Click the icon again to hide the
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 quick-access
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® taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu.
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
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Unpinning programs from the Start menu
To unpin programs from the Start menu:
1. From the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu.
2. From the Start menu, right-click the program that you want to unpin, then select Remove
from this list.
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 notication area
By default, the notication area shows these three icons:
Action Center notication
Click this icon to display all the alert messages/notications 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.
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Displaying an alert notication
To display an alert notication:
• Click the Notication icon , then click the message to open it.
For more details, refer to the section Using Windows® Action Center in this chapter.
Customizing icons and notications
You may choose to display or hide the icons and notications on the taskbar or on the notication
area.
To customize icons and notications:
1. From the notication 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® taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu.
2. Click Computer to launch Windows Explorer.
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Exploring les and folders
To explore les and folders:
1. Launch Windows® Explorer.
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.
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 Arrange by eld, click to display the dropdown list.
3. Select your preferred arrangement type.
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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 Group by, then select your preferred grouping type.
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Adding a new folder
To add a new folder:
1. Launch Windows Explorer.
2. From the toolbar, click New folder.
3. Key in a name for the new folder.
You may also right-click anywhere on the View pane, click New > Folder.
Backing up your les
Setting up a backup
To set up a backup:
1. Click > All Programs > Maintenance > Backup and Restore.
2. Click Set up backup. Click Next.
3. Select your backup destination. Click Next.
4. Select 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.
5. Follow the onscreen instructions to nish the process.
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 aecting your personal data.
To restore your system:
1. Close all running applications.
2. Click > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > System Restore.
3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process.
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Protecting your computer
Using Windows® 7 Action Center
Windows® 7 Action Center provides you with alert notications, security information, system
maintenance information, and the option to automatically troubleshoot and x some common
computer problems.
You may customize the notications. For more details, refer to the previous section Customizing
icons and notications in this chapter.
Launching Windows® 7 Action Center
To launch Windows® 7 Action Center:
1. To launch Windows® 7 Action Center, click the Notication icon , then click Open Action
Center.
2. From Windows® 7 Action Center, click the task that you want to do.
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® taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu.
2. Select All Programs > Windows Update.
3. From the Windows® 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® taskbar, click > Getting Started > Add new users.
2. Select Manage another account.
3. Select Create a new account.
4. Key in the name of the new user.
5. Select either Standard user or Administrator as the user type.
6. When done, click 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 Create a password.
3. Key in a password and conrm it. Key in your password’s hint.
4. When done, click 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 Agree & Activate.
3. Input your e-mail address and select your location. Click Next.
4. Click Finish to complete the activation.
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® online help.
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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
conguring 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 I Accept.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to congure the following basic items:
• Personalize
• Connect
• Settings
• Your account
5. After conguring the basic items, the Windows®8.1 tutorial appears. Watch this to learn more
about Windows®8.1 functionalities.
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
User account
Windows® apps
These are apps pinned on the Start screen and displayed on tiled-format for easy access.
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
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Hotspot Action
upper left corner Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app’s
thumbnail to go back to that app.
Move your mouse pointer down to display all the running
apps.
lower left corner From a running app screen:
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.
top Hover your mouse pointer until it changes to a hand 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.
upper and lower right corner 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 toMove 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.Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the screen to close it.
• From the running app’s screen, press <Alt> + <F4>.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 congure 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 <Tab>, then press <Enter> on your keyboard.
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 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 + <C>.+ <C>.>.
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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>
+ <U>
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.
Opens Ease of Access Center.
+ <W>
+ <X>
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Opens the Settings search pane.
Opens a menu box of Windows tools
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+ <+>
Launches the magnier and zooms in your screen.
+ <->
Zooms out your screen.
Opens the Narrator Settings.
+ <Enter>
Turning your Desktop PC OFFDesktop PC OFF OFF
To turn your Desktop PC OFF:
Do any of the following to shut down your Desktop PC:
• From the Charms bar, click Settings > Power > Shut down to do a normal shutdown.
• From the login screen, click Power > Shutdown.
• If your Desktop PC is unresponsive, press and hold the power button for at least four (4)
seconds until your Desktop PC turns o.
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 o, disconnect the power cord from your Desktop PC’s power 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.<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 from the Windows notication 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 USB3.0compatible devices.
2. When the Safe to Remove Hardware message
pops up, remove the USB storage device from your
computer.
Windows® 8.1
To remove a USB storage device on Windows® 8.1:
1. From the Start screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop Mode.
2. Click from the taskbar, then click Eject [Name of USB Drive].
3. When the 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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Conguring the screen resolution settings
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Windows® 7
To congure the screen resolution settings on Windows® 7:
1. Do any of the following to open the Screen Resolution setting screen:
• Click > Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Display > Change
display settings.
• Right click anywhere on your Windows desktop. When the pop-up menu appears, click
Personalize > Display > Change display settings.
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.
• Remove this display: Select this options to remove the selected display.
3. Click Apply or OK. Click Keep Changes on the conrmation message.
Windows® 8.1
To congure the screen resolution settings on Windows® 8.1:
1. Do any of the following to open the Screen Resolution setting screen:
From the Start screen
a) Launch the All Apps screen and pin Control Panel on the Start 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,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 conrmation message.
Conguring the Internet connection settings
Wired connection
Windows® 7
Conguring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection
To congure a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection:
1. Go to Start > Control Panel > Network
and Sharing Center.
2. From the Network and Sharing Center
screen, click Change Adapter settings.
3. Right-click on your LAN and select
Properties.
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4. Select Internet Protocol Version 4
(TCP/IPv4), then click Properties.
5. Select 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.
6. Select 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.
7. Click OK when done.
Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection.
8. Return to the Network and
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 Close to nish the conguration.
13. Click the network icon in the taskbar
and click the connection you just
created.
14. Enter your user name and password.
Click Connect to connect to the
Internet.
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Conguring a static IP network connection
To congure a static IP network connection :
1. Repeat steps 1 to 4 of the previous section.
2 Click Use the following IP address.
3. Enter the IP address, Subnet mask and
Gateway from your service provider.
4. If needed, enter the preferred DNS Server
address and alternative address.
5. When done, click OK.
Windows® 8.1
Conguring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection
To congure 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 Change Adapter settings.
4. Right-click on your LAN and select Properties.
5. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/
IPv4) and click Properties.
6. Click Obtain an IP address automatically
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7. Return to the Network and
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.
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10. Enter your User name and, Password,
and Connection name. Click Connect.
11. Click Close to nish the conguration.
12. Click the network icon in the taskbar
and click the connection you just
created.
13. Enter your user name and password.
Click Connect to connect to the
Internet.
Conguring a static IP network connection
To congure a static IP network connection:
1. Repeat steps 1 to 4 of the previous section.
2 Click Use the following IP address.
3. Enter the IP address, Subnet mask and
Gateway from your service provider.
4. If needed, enter the preferred DNS Server
address and alternative address.
5. When done, click 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 notication area to display the available wireless networks.
2. Select the wireless network that you want to connect to, then click Connect.
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 Charms bar from the Start screen or from any
application mode:
a) Hover you mouse pointer on the upper or lower right of the screen.
b) On your keyboard, press + <c>.
Charms bar
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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 Connect.
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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 conguration 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 <F9> during bootup.
2. Highlight Windows Setup [EMS Enabled] and press <Enter>.
3. From the Recover system to a partition screen, click <Next>.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process.
Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities.
Using the Recovery DVD (on selected models)
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 <F8> on bootup and select the optical drive (may be
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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4. Select OK to conrm 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 <F9> during bootup.
2. From the screen, click Troubleshoot.
3. Select Reset your PC.
4. Click Next.
5. Select Only the drive where the Windows is installed.
6. Select Just remove my les.
7. Click Reset.
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• The F9 recovery function is not applicable for downgrade versions of Windows® 8.1. 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 Reset your PC.
4. Click Next.
5. Select Only the drive where the Windows is installed.
6. Select Just remove my les.
7. Click 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 Recovery > Create a recovery
drive.
4. Click Copy the recovery partition
from the PC to the recovery drive,
and then click Next.
5. Select the USB storage device where
you want to copy the recovery les.
6. Click Next.
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7. Click Create. Wait for a while for the
process to complete.
8. When the process is completed, click
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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 Settings > PC Settings > Update and recovery > Recovery.
3. Scroll down to view the 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 +886-2-2894-3447
Fax +886-2-2890-7798
E-mail info@asus.com.tw
Web site www.asus.com.tw
Technical Support
Telephone +86-21-38429911
Online support support.asus.com
ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)
Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA
Telephone +1-510-739-3777
Fax +1-510-608-4555
Web site usa.asus.com
Technical Support
Telephone +1-812-282-2787
Support fax +1-812-284-0883
Online support support.asus.com
ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)
Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany
Fax +49-2102-959931
Web site asus.com/de
Online contact eu-rma.asus.com/sales
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Telephone (Component) +49-2102-5789555
Telephone Germany (System/Notebook/Eee/LCD) +49-2102-5789557
Telephone Austria (System/Notebook/Eee/LCD) +43-820-240513
Support Fax +49-2102-959911
Online support support.asus.com
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