ASUS P30AD User Manual
ASUS Desktop PC
P30AD
User Manual
E8736
Second Edition
Oct. 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 ............................................................................. 15
Turning your computer ON .......................................................................... 18
Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer
Connecting a USB storage device ............................................................... 19
Connecting microphone and speakers ........................................................ 20
Connecting multiple external displays ......................................................... 22
Connecting an HDTV ................................................................................... 24
Chapter 3 Using your computer
Proper posture when using your Desktop PC.............................................. 25
Using the memory card reader .................................................................... 26
Using the optical drive ................................................................................. 27
Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet
Wired connection ......................................................................................... 29
Wireless connection (on selected models only) ........................................... 34
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 37
Appendix Windows® 8.1 User Manual
Starting for the rst time ............................................................................... 45
Windows® 8.1 lock screen ............................................................................ 45
Using the Windows® UI ................................................................................ 46
Working with Windows® apps ...................................................................... 49
Other keyboard shortcuts ............................................................................ 54
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Turning your Desktop PC OFF .................................................................... 55
Putting your Desktop PC to sleep ................................................................ 55
Entering the BIOS Setup ............................................................................. 56
Recovering your system .............................................................................. 57
ASUS contact information
ASUS contact information ............................................................................ 60
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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 modications 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 n’est pas remplacéen’est pas remplacée
correctement. Remplacer uniquement avec une pile de type semblable ou
équivalent, et 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
interference-causing equipment regulations.
This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) 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 pas 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.
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If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied service
technician or your retailer.
TV Tuner (on selected models)
Note to CATV System Installer - This reminder is provided to call the CATV systems
installer’s attention to Section 820-93 of the National Electric Code, which provides guidelines
for proper grounding and, in particular, specify that the Coaxial cable shield be connected to
the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
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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 yourselfInformation to prevent injury to yourself
when trying to complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the componentsInformation 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 aTips 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
ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1
Power cord x1 Support DVD x1 (Optional) Recovery DVD x1 (Optional)
Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1
• 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 different models.
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Chapter 1
Getting started
Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing the ASUS P30AD Desktop PC!
The ASUS P30AD Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised
reliability, and user-centric utilities. All these values are encapsulated in a 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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Slim ODD. This bay is for a slim size optical drive.
Power button. Press this button to turn the system on.
Headphone port. This Line In (lime) port connects a headphone with a stereo
mini-plug.
Microphone port. This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone.
USB 3.0 ports. These two 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available
for connecting USB 3.0/2.0 devices.
• 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.
Card reader slot. This card reader slot is compatible with MMC, XD, SD, SDHC,
MC/PRO card..
Front I/O cover. Open this cover to show the front I/O ports.
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USB 2.0 ports 1 ~ 4. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available
for connecting USB 2.0 devices.
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.
USB 3.0 ports 1 and 2. These two 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are
available for connecting USB 3.0/2.0 devices.
• 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.
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Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone.
Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. In 4.1-
channel, 5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel congurations, the function of this port
becomes Front Speaker Out.
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Line In port (light blue). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other
audio sources.
Refer to the audio conguration table below for the function of the audio ports
in 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 (Rear panel) Line In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out
Lime (Rear panel) Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink (Rear panel) Mic In Mic In Bass/Center Bass/Center
Lime (Front panel) – – – Side Speaker Out
To congure an 7.1-channel audio output:
Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support 7.1-channel audio output.
Expansion slot. This slot is reserved for an expansion card.
LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows gigabit connection to a Local Area Network
(LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the LAN port LED
indications.
Headset 2.1-
channel
4.1-channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channel
LAN port LED indications
Activity/Link Speed LED
Status Description Status Description
OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection
ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection
BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection
ACT/LINK
LED
LAN port
SPEED
LED
Chassis fan vent. This vent is for the fan that provides ventilation inside the
system chassis.
Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or
other VGA-compatible devices.
Use a VGA card in one slot height, otherwise it cannot be installed in the chassis.
Power supply unit fan vent. This vent is for the PSU fan that provides ventilation
inside the power supply unit.
Power connector. This connector is for the power cable and plug.
RATING: 100-240V~, 47-63Hz, 3.5A.
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Setting up your computer
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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.
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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.
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
3. Wait until the operating system loads automatically.
For details on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to the section Turning your Desktop
PC OFF in Appendix.
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