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...IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. English E6444 First Edition March 2011 Copyright © 2011 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR ... FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Product warranty or service will not be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any means, except documentation kept...
...IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. English E6444 First Edition March 2011 Copyright © 2011 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR ... FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. Product warranty or service will not be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any means, except documentation kept...
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English Contents Notices ...5 Safety information 7 Conventions used in this guide 8 Where to find more information 8 Package contents 9 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome!...11 Getting to know your computer 11 Setting up your computer 15 Turning your computer ON/OFF 18 Chapter 2 Using Windows® 7 Starting for the first time 19 Using Windows® 7 desktop 20 Managing your files and folders 22 Restoring your system settings 24 Protecting your computer 25 Getting Windows® Help and Support 26 Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB ...
English Contents Notices ...5 Safety information 7 Conventions used in this guide 8 Where to find more information 8 Package contents 9 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome!...11 Getting to know your computer 11 Setting up your computer 15 Turning your computer ON/OFF 18 Chapter 2 Using Windows® 7 Starting for the first time 19 Using Windows® 7 desktop 20 Managing your files and folders 22 Restoring your system settings 24 Protecting your computer 25 Getting Windows® Help and Support 26 Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB ...
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English Contents Chapter 6 Using the utilities ASUS AI Manager 47 ASUS EPU-4 Engine 50 ASUS Update 54 ASUS MyLogo2 55 Nero 9 ...56 Recovering your system 57 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 59 ASUS contact information 66
English Contents Chapter 6 Using the utilities ASUS AI Manager 47 ASUS EPU-4 Engine 50 ASUS Update 54 ASUS MyLogo2 55 Nero 9 ...56 Recovering your system 57 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 59 ASUS contact information 66
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...the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for the detailed recycling information in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with manufacturer..., batteries, other components, as well as the packaging materials. Changes or modifications to this equipment. English Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in...
...the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for the detailed recycling information in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with manufacturer..., batteries, other components, as well as the packaging materials. Changes or modifications to this equipment. English Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in...
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...transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of certain U.S. Dispose of Communications. Reverse engineering or disassembly is incorrectly replaced. Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of used for our customers to... Corporation Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is intended for protecting our environment. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
...transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of certain U.S. Dispose of Communications. Reverse engineering or disassembly is incorrectly replaced. Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of used for our customers to... Corporation Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is intended for protecting our environment. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
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English Safety information Disconnect the AC power and peripherals before using , contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to dirty or dusty environments. Contact a qualified service technician or your power supply is broken, do not shove any extra moisture with a dry cloth. • DO NOT place on top and do not try to fix it by yourself. DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from getting overheated. • DO NOT use the modem during a gas...
English Safety information Disconnect the AC power and peripherals before using , contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to dirty or dusty environments. Contact a qualified service technician or your power supply is broken, do not shove any extra moisture with a dry cloth. • DO NOT place on top and do not try to fix it by yourself. DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from getting overheated. • DO NOT use the modem during a gas...
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... for additional information and for the contact information of local Technical Support Engineer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to the ASUS website www.asus.com. Refer to complete a task. Where to find more information Refer to...
... for additional information and for the contact information of local Technical Support Engineer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to the ASUS website www.asus.com. Refer to complete a task. Where to find more information Refer to...
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English Package contents ASUS Essentio Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Installation Guide Power cord x1 Installation Guide x1 Mouse x1 Warranty card x1 Nero 9 burning software DVD x1 Support DVD (optional) x1 Recovery DVD (optional) 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. Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
English Package contents ASUS Essentio Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Installation Guide Power cord x1 Installation Guide x1 Mouse x1 Warranty card x1 Nero 9 burning software DVD x1 Support DVD (optional) x1 Recovery DVD (optional) 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. Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
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... up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CM1730 Desktop PC! Front panel 5 6 7 12 3 4 ASUS CM1730 11 Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. Thank you for reference...
... up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CM1730 Desktop PC! Front panel 5 6 7 12 3 4 ASUS CM1730 11 Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. Thank you for reference...
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These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to ��n�. Extreme Digital card slot. Press this button to turn on your computer. 7. ���O��p�t�ic�a��l �d�is��k�d��ri�v�e��b�a�y�. Press this button to a microphone. 3. ���H�e�a�d�p�h�o�n�e��p�o�rt�. Insert a Secure Digital™ / ...
These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to ��n�. Extreme Digital card slot. Press this button to turn on your computer. 7. ���O��p�t�ic�a��l �d�is��k�d��ri�v�e��b�a�y�. Press this button to a microphone. 3. ���H�e�a�d�p�h�o�n�e��p�o�rt�. Insert a Secure Digital™ / ...
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... ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status OFF ORANGE GREEN Description 10Mbps connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ASUS CM1730 13 Switch to select the appropriate system input voltage. 2. ���P�o�w��e�r�c�o�n�n��e�c�...
... ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status OFF ORANGE GREEN Description 10Mbps connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ASUS CM1730 13 Switch to select the appropriate system input voltage. 2. ���P�o�w��e�r�c�o�n�n��e�c�...
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...;k�e�r��O�u�t��p�o�r�t �(�g�ra�y��)�. ASUS WLAN Card (on this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 17. ��C��e�n�t�e�r/�...;n�g��e�)�. This port connects to the audio configuration table below for the function of this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. 21. ��E��x�p�a�n�s�i�o�...
...;k�e�r��O�u�t��p�o�r�t �(�g�ra�y��)�. ASUS WLAN Card (on this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 17. ��C��e�n�t�e�r/�...;n�g��e�)�. This port connects to the audio configuration table below for the function of this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. 21. ��E��x�p�a�n�s�i�o�...
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... Card may vary with different models. Plug the monitor to a power source. DVI HDMI DVI HDMI ASUS CM1730 15 Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your computer. English Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such ...
... Card may vary with different models. Plug the monitor to a power source. DVI HDMI DVI HDMI ASUS CM1730 15 Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your computer. English Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such ...
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Plug the monitor to the onboard display output port. English Using the onboard display output ports Connect your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in Chapter 3 of your computer. 2. Connect a VGA monitor to the VGA port, or a ...
Plug the monitor to the onboard display output port. English Using the onboard display output ports Connect your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in Chapter 3 of your computer. 2. Connect a VGA monitor to the VGA port, or a ...
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DVI HDMI ASUS CM1730 17 DVI HDMI 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 the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer. English Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to a power source.
DVI HDMI ASUS CM1730 17 DVI HDMI 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 the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer. English Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to a power source.
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Wait until the operating system loads automatically. Press the power button on your computer OFF: 1. Power button 4. Turning your computer OFF To turn your computer. English Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to shut down the operating system. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started Turn on the Windows® desktop. 3. Close all running applications. 2. Click to turn on/off your computer after setting up your computer ON: 1. Turning your computer ON To turn your computer. Turn your monitor ON. 3. Click on the power switch. 2.
Wait until the operating system loads automatically. Press the power button on your computer OFF: 1. Power button 4. Turning your computer OFF To turn your computer. English Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to shut down the operating system. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started Turn on the Windows® desktop. 3. Close all running applications. 2. Click to turn on/off your computer after setting up your computer ON: 1. Turning your computer ON To turn your computer. Turn your monitor ON. 3. Click on the power switch. 2.
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... for the first time: 1. To start for a few minutes until the Set Up Windows screen appears. 2. If you in this chapter. 6. Review your computer on. ASUS CM1730 19 Select Use recommended settings or Install important updates only to the section Setting up a user account and password in configuring the basic settings of...
... for the first time: 1. To start for a few minutes until the Set Up Windows screen appears. 2. If you in this chapter. 6. Review your computer on. ASUS CM1730 19 Select Use recommended settings or Install important updates only to the section Setting up a user account and password in configuring the basic settings of...
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Launching items from the Start menu To launch items from the taskbar: • From the Windows® taskbar, click an icon to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on this chapter. 20 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7 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 files to help you with using Windows® 7. The list of available tasks appears. 3. Click the icon again to familiarize yourself with more information about...
Launching items from the Start menu To launch items from the taskbar: • From the Windows® taskbar, click an icon to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on this chapter. 20 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7 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 files to help you with using Windows® 7. The list of available tasks appears. 3. Click the icon again to familiarize yourself with more information about...
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... list. From the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon to Start menu. Unpinning programs from the Start menu To unpin programs from the taskbar: 1. ASUS CM1730 21 To pin items to launch the Start menu. 2. English Pinning items on the jumplists When you right-click an icon on the taskbar, a jumplist...
... list. From the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon to Start menu. Unpinning programs from the Start menu To unpin programs from the taskbar: 1. ASUS CM1730 21 To pin items to launch the Start menu. 2. English Pinning items on the jumplists When you right-click an icon on the taskbar, a jumplist...
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For more details, refer to the section Using Windows® Action Center in this icon to display all the alert messages/notifications and launch the Windows® Action Center. Managing your files and folders. Customizing icons and notifications You may choose to customize. From the notification area, click on the notification area. Launching Windows® Explorer To launch Windows Explorer: 1. English Using the notification area By default, the notification area shows these three icons: Action Center notification Click this chapter. Network connection This icon displays the ...
For more details, refer to the section Using Windows® Action Center in this icon to display all the alert messages/notifications and launch the Windows® Action Center. Managing your files and folders. Customizing icons and notifications You may choose to customize. From the notification area, click on the notification area. Launching Windows® Explorer To launch Windows Explorer: 1. English Using the notification area By default, the notification area shows these three icons: Action Center notification Click this chapter. Network connection This icon displays the ...