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...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 ... microphone and speakers 28 Connecting multiple external displays 31 Connecting an HDTV 33 Chapter 4: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 35 Using the memory card reader 36 Using the optical drive 37 Using the multimedia keyboard (on selected models only 38 Chapter 5:...
...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 ... microphone and speakers 28 Connecting multiple external displays 31 Connecting an HDTV 33 Chapter 4: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 35 Using the memory card reader 36 Using the optical drive 37 Using the multimedia keyboard (on selected models only 38 Chapter 5:...
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... cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water then remove any foreign objects into the Desktop PC. • DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. • DO NOT expose to or use damaged power cords, accessories, ...the system. • Seek professional assistance before cleaning. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your retailer. Wipe the Desktop PC using , contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to fix it by yourself. DO NOT use the modem ...
... cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water then remove any foreign objects into the Desktop PC. • DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. • DO NOT expose to or use damaged power cords, accessories, ...the system. • Seek professional assistance before cleaning. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your retailer. Wipe the Desktop PC using , contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to fix it by yourself. DO NOT use the modem ...
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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. 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.
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..., and the chassis color vary with different models. Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CM1740 Desktop PC! Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. The ASUS Essentio CM1740 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric...
..., and the chassis color vary with different models. Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CM1740 Desktop PC! Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. The ASUS Essentio CM1740 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric...
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English Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 ports on both the front and rear panels and USB3.0 ports on your computer, then click Eject USB2.0 FlashDisk. Click from your computer. ... connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to your computer. DO NOT remove a USB storage device when data transfer is in progress. ASUS CM1740 27 The USB ports allow you to Remove Hardware message pops up, remove the USB storage device from the Windows notification area on the rear...
English Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 ports on both the front and rear panels and USB3.0 ports on your computer, then click Eject USB2.0 FlashDisk. Click from your computer. ... connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to your computer. DO NOT remove a USB storage device when data transfer is in progress. ASUS CM1740 27 The USB ports allow you to Remove Hardware message pops up, remove the USB storage device from the Windows notification area on the rear...
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The audio I/O ports located on both the front and rear panels. Connecting Headphone and Mic English Connecting 2-channel Speakers 28 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to connect 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers. Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on the rear panel allow you to your computer
The audio I/O ports located on both the front and rear panels. Connecting Headphone and Mic English Connecting 2-channel Speakers 28 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to connect 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers. Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on the rear panel allow you to your computer
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English Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you ...connect a monitor to your computer. 2. You can use the additional monitor as an extension to enlarge your Windows desktop. To set display modes. Refer to connect multiple external displays. The dual display function works only under Windows....cards, only the monitor that is installed in Chapter 1 for details on the output ports of your computer. ASUS CM1740 31 When a graphics card is set to the monitors. Turn off your computer and connect the power cords ...
English Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you ...connect a monitor to your computer. 2. You can use the additional monitor as an extension to enlarge your Windows desktop. To set display modes. Refer to connect multiple external displays. The dual display function works only under Windows....cards, only the monitor that is installed in Chapter 1 for details on the output ports of your computer. ASUS CM1740 31 When a graphics card is set to the monitors. Turn off your computer and connect the power cords ...
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...to relax the backs of your thighs. English Chapter 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 your ...of glare such as windows and straight sunlight. • Take regular mini-breaks from using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC. Eye level to the top of the monitor screen Foot rest 90˚ angles To maintain the proper posture... pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using your Desktop PC. ASUS CM1740 35
...to relax the backs of your thighs. English Chapter 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 your ...of glare such as windows and straight sunlight. • Take regular mini-breaks from using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC. Eye level to the top of the monitor screen Foot rest 90˚ angles To maintain the proper posture... pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using your Desktop PC. ASUS CM1740 35
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... utilities installed on your data files (such as network settings). Visit the ASUS website at the factory. Using the Recovery Partition: 1. ASUS CM1740 57 English Recovering your system Using the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition quickly restores your Desktop PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with the recovery process. Take your...
... utilities installed on your data files (such as network settings). Visit the ASUS website at the factory. Using the Recovery Partition: 1. ASUS CM1740 57 English Recovering your system Using the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition quickly restores your Desktop PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with the recovery process. Take your...
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... ON. 2. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. 58 Chapter 6: Using the utilities To use the Recovery DVD: 1. DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to do so, during the recovery process or else your Desktop PC. English Using the Recovery ...the optical drive. Select OK to start to complete the recovery process. Your Desktop PC needs to back up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Restart the Desktop PC and press on your partitions will overwrite your important data before performing system ...
... ON. 2. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. 58 Chapter 6: Using the utilities To use the Recovery DVD: 1. DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to do so, during the recovery process or else your Desktop PC. English Using the Recovery ...the optical drive. Select OK to start to complete the recovery process. Your Desktop PC needs to back up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Restart the Desktop PC and press on your partitions will overwrite your important data before performing system ...
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...know how to reinstall the motherboard, try to clean the inner space of the chassis. ASUS CM1740 65 Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com to your computer is powering on. Computer is too noisy when in an area... with good air flow. • Update the BIOS. • If you are using a compatible or ASUS-recommended CPU fan. There is normal. The fan runs on the computer. The fan slows down after turning on its...changed. Restore the BIOS to the latest version. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center.
...know how to reinstall the motherboard, try to clean the inner space of the chassis. ASUS CM1740 65 Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com to your computer is powering on. Computer is too noisy when in an area... with good air flow. • Update the BIOS. • If you are using a compatible or ASUS-recommended CPU fan. There is normal. The fan runs on the computer. The fan slows down after turning on its...changed. Restore the BIOS to the latest version. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center.
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...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 ... microphone and speakers 28 Connecting multiple external displays 31 Connecting an HDTV 33 Chapter 4: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 35 Using the memory card reader 36 Using the optical drive 37 Using the multimedia keyboard (on selected models only 38 Chapter 5:...
...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 ... microphone and speakers 28 Connecting multiple external displays 31 Connecting an HDTV 33 Chapter 4: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 35 Using the memory card reader 36 Using the optical drive 37 Using the multimedia keyboard (on selected models only 38 Chapter 5:...
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... work surfaces. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. • Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in fire. Wipe the Desktop PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the electrical outlet you are using...electrical fields. • DO NOT expose to the correct voltage in environments with a dry cloth. • DO NOT place on the Desktop PC to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. English Safety information Disconnect...
... work surfaces. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. • Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in fire. Wipe the Desktop PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the electrical outlet you are using...electrical fields. • DO NOT expose to the correct voltage in environments with a dry cloth. • DO NOT place on the Desktop PC to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. English Safety information Disconnect...
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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. 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.
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.... Thank you for reference only. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CM1740 Desktop PC! English Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! Front panel 5 6 7 12 3 4 ASUS CM1740 11 Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are...
.... Thank you for reference only. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CM1740 Desktop PC! English Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! Front panel 5 6 7 12 3 4 ASUS CM1740 11 Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are...
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English Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 ports on both the front and rear panels and USB3.0 ports on your computer, then click Eject USB2.0 FlashDisk. The USB ports allow ... in progress. When the Safe to Remove Hardware message pops up, remove the USB storage device from the Windows notification area on the rear panel. ASUS CM1740 27
English Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 ports on both the front and rear panels and USB3.0 ports on your computer, then click Eject USB2.0 FlashDisk. The USB ports allow ... in progress. When the Safe to Remove Hardware message pops up, remove the USB storage device from the Windows notification area on the rear panel. ASUS CM1740 27
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The audio I/O ports located on both the front and rear panels. Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on the rear panel allow you to your computer Connecting Headphone and Mic English Connecting 2-channel Speakers 28 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to connect 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers.
The audio I/O ports located on both the front and rear panels. Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on the rear panel allow you to your computer Connecting Headphone and Mic English Connecting 2-channel Speakers 28 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to connect 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers.
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... use the additional monitor as an extension to enlarge your Windows desktop. Refer to Setting up multiple displays: 1. English Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set display modes. ASUS CM1740 31 For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is...
... use the additional monitor as an extension to enlarge your Windows desktop. Refer to Setting up multiple displays: 1. English Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set display modes. ASUS CM1740 31 For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is...
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...ASUS CM1740 35 This section provides you with your knees, elbows and hips at the PC. • Place the monitor directly in a comfortably-lit area, and keep it away from using and fully enjoying your wrists, hands, and other joints or muscles. English Chapter 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 ...
...ASUS CM1740 35 This section provides you with your knees, elbows and hips at the PC. • Place the monitor directly in a comfortably-lit area, and keep it away from using and fully enjoying your wrists, hands, and other joints or muscles. English Chapter 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 ...
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... Partition: 1. System Recovery: This feature allows you have problems with the recovery process. Take your Desktop PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you to restore the system to the factory default settings. Press to complete the recovery... RECOVERY. English Recovering your system Using the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition quickly restores your Desktop PC's software to its default settings. Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your Desktop PC at the factory. Follow the onscreen instructions to select Windows Setup [EMS Enabled]. 3. ASUS CM1740 57
... Partition: 1. System Recovery: This feature allows you have problems with the recovery process. Take your Desktop PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you to restore the system to the factory default settings. Press to complete the recovery... RECOVERY. English Recovering your system Using the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition quickly restores your Desktop PC's software to its default settings. Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your Desktop PC at the factory. Follow the onscreen instructions to select Windows Setup [EMS Enabled]. 3. ASUS CM1740 57