User Manual
Page 3
... the first time 2-1 Using Windows® 7 desktop 2-2 Managing your files and folders 2-7 Restoring your system 2-10 Protecting your computer 2-11 Getting Windows® Help and Support 2-15 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 3-1 Connecting microphone and speakers 3-2 Connecting multiple external displays 3-5 Connecting an HDTV 3-7 Chapter 4: Using your...
... the first time 2-1 Using Windows® 7 desktop 2-2 Managing your files and folders 2-7 Restoring your system 2-10 Protecting your computer 2-11 Getting Windows® Help and Support 2-15 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 3-1 Connecting microphone and speakers 3-2 Connecting multiple external displays 3-5 Connecting an HDTV 3-7 Chapter 4: Using your...
User Manual
Page 8
Refer to complete a task. ASUS Local Technical Support Visit ASUS website at http://support.asus.com/contact for product and software updates. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. Where to...65533;�t�o��y�o��u�r�s�e�l�f when trying to the ASUS website www.asus.com. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. viii Conventions used throughout this manual. NOTE: �T�ip�...
Refer to complete a task. ASUS Local Technical Support Visit ASUS website at http://support.asus.com/contact for product and software updates. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. Where to...65533;�t�o��y�o��u�r�s�e�l�f when trying to the ASUS website www.asus.com. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. viii Conventions used throughout this manual. NOTE: �T�ip�...
User Manual
Page 9
Package contents ASUS Essentio Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Power cord x1 Support DVD x1 Installation Guide Recovery DVD x1 Nero 9 burning software DVD x1 Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 Antenna (optional) x2 • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only. ix Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
Package contents ASUS Essentio Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Power cord x1 Support DVD x1 Installation Guide Recovery DVD x1 Nero 9 burning software DVD x1 Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 Antenna (optional) x2 • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only. ix Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
User Manual
Page 19
... icon . 2. From the Start menu, select the item that you with more information about Windows 7 through its Help and Support feature. Using Windows® 7 desktop Click the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more information about Windows® 7. It also provides you want to launch. Start menu Taskbar Notification area Using...
... icon . 2. From the Start menu, select the item that you with more information about Windows 7 through its Help and Support feature. Using Windows® 7 desktop Click the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more information about Windows® 7. It also provides you want to launch. Start menu Taskbar Notification area Using...
User Manual
Page 32
...It is a third-party anti-virus software protecting your computer from virus attacking. Click Finish to obtain the latest Windows® online help. ASUS CG5270 2-15 To activate Trend Micro Internet Security: 1. Carefully read the license terms. Click Agree & Activate. 3. Run the Trend Micro Internet ...you with guides and answers in using the applications in Windows® 7 platform. To launch Windows® Help and Support, click > Help and Support. It is purchased separately. You have a 60-day trial period after activating it. Click Next. 4. Getting Windows® Help...
...It is a third-party anti-virus software protecting your computer from virus attacking. Click Finish to obtain the latest Windows® online help. ASUS CG5270 2-15 To activate Trend Micro Internet Security: 1. Carefully read the license terms. Click Agree & Activate. 3. Run the Trend Micro Internet ...you with guides and answers in using the applications in Windows® 7 platform. To launch Windows® Help and Support, click > Help and Support. It is purchased separately. You have a 60-day trial period after activating it. Click Next. 4. Getting Windows® Help...
User Manual
Page 40
ASUS CG5270 4-1 Eye level to the top of the monitor screen Foot rest 90˚ angles To maintain ...4 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC When using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper posture is firmly supported and angled slightly backward. • Sit upright with tips on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC ... • Take regular mini-breaks from using your thighs. If necessary, use a wrist rest for support to reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC.
ASUS CG5270 4-1 Eye level to the top of the monitor screen Foot rest 90˚ angles To maintain ...4 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC When using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper posture is firmly supported and angled slightly backward. • Sit upright with tips on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC ... • Take regular mini-breaks from using your thighs. If necessary, use a wrist rest for support to reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC.
User Manual
Page 51
... from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Manager > AI Manager 1.xx.xx. Place the support DVD in the Windows® taskbar. ASUS CG570 6-1 Chapter 6 Using the Utilities ASUS AI Manager ASUS AI Manager is disabled, double-click the setup.exe file from the... ASUS AI Manager folder in the support DVD. 2. Launching AI Manager To launch ...
... from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Manager > AI Manager 1.xx.xx. Place the support DVD in the Windows® taskbar. ASUS CG570 6-1 Chapter 6 Using the Utilities ASUS AI Manager ASUS AI Manager is disabled, double-click the setup.exe file from the... ASUS AI Manager folder in the support DVD. 2. Launching AI Manager To launch ...
User Manual
Page 52
...AI Disk, AI Security, AI Boosting, and AI Probe. Click Apply when done. 6-2 Chapter 6: Using the Utilities Click any of the Main, My Favorites, Support or Information tab to easily clear temporary IE files, IE cookies, IE URLs, IE history, or the Recycle Bin. Click to extend or restore Click... to display the full AI Disk window and select the items you want to launch the ASUS utilities or display system information easily. Exit button Switch to main Window Add to ToolBar Main Support My Favorites Information Click the Maximize/restore button to quit the AI Manager. Click the Close...
...AI Disk, AI Security, AI Boosting, and AI Probe. Click Apply when done. 6-2 Chapter 6: Using the Utilities Click any of the Main, My Favorites, Support or Information tab to easily clear temporary IE files, IE cookies, IE URLs, IE history, or the Recycle Bin. Click to extend or restore Click... to display the full AI Disk window and select the items you want to launch the ASUS utilities or display system information easily. Exit button Switch to main Window Add to ToolBar Main Support My Favorites Information Click the Maximize/restore button to quit the AI Manager. Click the Close...
User Manual
Page 55
...ASUS CG5270 6-5 Click Add, then locate the application you from searching for the applications throughout your computer. You can also double click to My Favorites list. My Favorites My Favorites allows you to add applications that you frequently use, saving you want to add to My Favorites. 2. Right click on the Support... window to go to launch, delete, or rename the selected application. Support Click any links on the application icon to the ASUS website, technical support website, download support website, or contact information. Click...
...ASUS CG5270 6-5 Click Add, then locate the application you from searching for the applications throughout your computer. You can also double click to My Favorites list. My Favorites My Favorites allows you to add applications that you frequently use, saving you want to add to My Favorites. 2. Right click on the Support... window to go to launch, delete, or rename the selected application. Support Click any links on the application icon to the ASUS website, technical support website, download support website, or contact information. Click...
User Manual
Page 56
... the installation. From the Windows taskbar, click the ASUS EPU-4 icon. 6-6 Chapter 6: Using the Utilities Click ASUS EPU-4 Engine. 3. It detects the current computer loading and intelligently adjusts the power in the support DVD. 2. Refer to the section ASUS EPU-4 main screen for the CPU, VGA card..., hard drives, and CPU fan. Launching ASUS EPU-4 To launch ASUS EPU-4: 1. The Drivers menu appears if Autorun is an energy-...
... the installation. From the Windows taskbar, click the ASUS EPU-4 icon. 6-6 Chapter 6: Using the Utilities Click ASUS EPU-4 Engine. 3. It detects the current computer loading and intelligently adjusts the power in the support DVD. 2. Refer to the section ASUS EPU-4 main screen for the CPU, VGA card..., hard drives, and CPU fan. Launching ASUS EPU-4 To launch ASUS EPU-4: 1. The Drivers menu appears if Autorun is an energy-...
User Manual
Page 60
... > ASUS Update to complete the installation. Locate the BIOS file from the Internet, then click Next. Select Update BIOS from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Updating from a file, then click Next. Place the support DVD in the support DVD. 2. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS...: 1. Always update the utility to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. b. ASUS Update The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to avail all Windows® applications before you to download then click ...
... > ASUS Update to complete the installation. Locate the BIOS file from the Internet, then click Next. Select Update BIOS from the Open window, then click Open. 3. Updating from a file, then click Next. Place the support DVD in the support DVD. 2. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS...: 1. Always update the utility to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in the support DVD that comes with the motherboard package. b. ASUS Update The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to avail all Windows® applications before you to download then click ...
User Manual
Page 61
... the new boot logo during the Power‑On Self-Tests (POST). ASUS MyLogo2™ The ASUS MyLogo2™ utility lets you install the ASUS Update utility from the Support DVD. • Obtain the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • You can create your own boot logo image in this... user manual for the boot logo. The boot logo is automatically installed when you customize the boot logo. Refer to the section "ASUS Update" in GIF file format. From the left window pane, locate the image that appears on screen during POST. ASUS CG5270 6-11
... the new boot logo during the Power‑On Self-Tests (POST). ASUS MyLogo2™ The ASUS MyLogo2™ utility lets you install the ASUS Update utility from the Support DVD. • Obtain the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. • You can create your own boot logo image in this... user manual for the boot logo. The boot logo is automatically installed when you customize the boot logo. Refer to the section "ASUS Update" in GIF file format. From the left window pane, locate the image that appears on screen during POST. ASUS CG5270 6-11