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... Starting for the first time 19 Using the Windows UI 20 Working with Windows Apps 23 Other keyboard shortcuts 28 Turning your Desktop PC OFF 29 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 29 Entering the BIOS Setup 30 Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 31 Connecting... and speakers 32 Connecting multiple external displays 35 Connecting an HDTV 37 Chapter 4 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 39 Using the memory card reader 40 Using the optical drive 41 Using the keyboard (on selected models only 42
... Starting for the first time 19 Using the Windows UI 20 Working with Windows Apps 23 Other keyboard shortcuts 28 Turning your Desktop PC OFF 29 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 29 Entering the BIOS Setup 30 Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 31 Connecting... and speakers 32 Connecting multiple external displays 35 Connecting an HDTV 37 Chapter 4 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 39 Using the memory card reader 40 Using the optical drive 41 Using the keyboard (on selected models only 42
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...are not sure about the voltage 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 dirty or dusty environments. Wipe the Desktop PC using , contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to prevent...; DO NOT use the modem during a gas leak. • DO NOT place or drop objects on the Desktop PC to the correct voltage in your retailer. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. • ...
...are not sure about the voltage 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 dirty or dusty environments. Wipe the Desktop PC using , contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to prevent...; DO NOT use the modem during a gas leak. • DO NOT place or drop objects on the Desktop PC to the correct voltage in your retailer. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. • ...
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DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to the ASUS website www.asus.com. CAUTION: I�n�f�o�r�m��a�ti�o�n��t�o�p��...65533;n�t�s�w��h�e�n��t�ry��in your Desktop PC: • C:\Program Files(X86)/ASUS/eManual ASUS Local Technical Support Visit ASUS website at http://support.asus.com/contact for product and software updates. Conventions used in this manual. Where to ...
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to the ASUS website www.asus.com. CAUTION: I�n�f�o�r�m��a�ti�o�n��t�o�p��...65533;n�t�s�w��h�e�n��t�ry��in your Desktop PC: • C:\Program Files(X86)/ASUS/eManual ASUS Local Technical Support Visit ASUS website at http://support.asus.com/contact for product and software updates. Conventions used in this manual. Where to ...
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Actual product specifications may vary with different models. 10 Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Installation Guide Power cord x1 Nero 9 burning software DVD/SDVD/RDVD x1 (optional) Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 Antenna 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 specifications may vary with different models. 10 Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Installation Guide Power cord x1 Nero 9 burning software DVD/SDVD/RDVD x1 (optional) Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 Antenna x1 (optional) • 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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Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. Front panel ASUS CM1855 11 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! The ASUS CM1855 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. Thank you for reference only. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS CM1855 Desktop PC! The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC.
Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. Front panel ASUS CM1855 11 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! The ASUS CM1855 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. Thank you for reference only. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS CM1855 Desktop PC! The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC.
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To turn on the power switch. 2. Press the power button on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to turn your computer ON: 1. For details on your computer. Turn on /off your computer after setting up your computer. Turn your monitor ON. 3. ENGLISH Turning your computer ON This section describes how to the section Turning your Desktop PC OFF in Chapter 2. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started Wait until the operating system loads automatically. Power button 4.
To turn on the power switch. 2. Press the power button on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to turn your computer ON: 1. For details on your computer. Turn on /off your computer after setting up your computer. Turn your monitor ON. 3. ENGLISH Turning your computer ON This section describes how to the section Turning your Desktop PC OFF in Chapter 2. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started Wait until the operating system loads automatically. Power button 4.
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... Windows user interface (UI) is the tile-based display used in to your user account. It includes the following features you need in to your Desktop PC. You can use while working on the Start Screen from any apps. Windows Apps User account Zoom in/out button for apps Windows Apps...
... Windows user interface (UI) is the tile-based display used in to your user account. It includes the following features you need in to your Desktop PC. You can use while working on the Start Screen from any apps. Windows Apps User account Zoom in/out button for apps Windows Apps...
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The functions in these hotspots can be activated using your Desktop PC. ASUS CM1855 21 Hotspots on a running app Hotspots on the Start Screen Refer to launch programs and access the settings of your mouse. ENGLISH Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you to the next page for the Hotspots' functions.
The functions in these hotspots can be activated using your Desktop PC. ASUS CM1855 21 Hotspots on a running app Hotspots on the Start Screen Refer to launch programs and access the settings of your mouse. ENGLISH Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you to the next page for the Hotspots' functions.
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...;p�'�s�s�c�r�e�e�n��, �p�r�e�s�s���. ENGLISH Working with Windows Apps Use your Desktop PC's keyboard or mouse to launch and customize your mouse pointer on the app to a new location. Resizing apps Right-click the app to activate... launch your selected app. Launching apps • Position your apps. Press to a hand icon. Customizing apps You can move, resize, or unpin apps from Start. ASUS CM1855 23
...;p�'�s�s�c�r�e�e�n��, �p�r�e�s�s���. ENGLISH Working with Windows Apps Use your Desktop PC's keyboard or mouse to launch and customize your mouse pointer on the app to a new location. Resizing apps Right-click the app to activate... launch your selected app. Launching apps • Position your apps. Press to a hand icon. Customizing apps You can move, resize, or unpin apps from Start. ASUS CM1855 23
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From the All Apps screen, right-click an app to Start. 24 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8 From the settings bar, click Pin to display its settings bar. 3. Launch the All Apps screen. 2. Pinning an app on the Start Screen or press + , and click the All Apps icon. ENGLISH Accessing the All Apps screen From the All Apps screen, you can configure an apps settings or pin an app to the Start Screen or to the Desktop mode taskbar. Launching the All Apps screen Right-click on the Start Screen 1.
From the All Apps screen, right-click an app to Start. 24 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8 From the settings bar, click Pin to display its settings bar. 3. Launch the All Apps screen. 2. Pinning an app on the Start Screen or press + , and click the All Apps icon. ENGLISH Accessing the All Apps screen From the All Apps screen, you can configure an apps settings or pin an app to the Start Screen or to the Desktop mode taskbar. Launching the All Apps screen Right-click on the Start Screen 1.
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ASUS CM1855 25 ENGLISH Launching the Charm bar Charm Bar When called out, the Charm bar initially appears as a set of the screen. • Press C�>��. The image above shows how the Charm bar looks like once activated. Use your Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to share applications and provide quick access... bar The Charm bar is a toolbar that allow you to launch the Charm bar. • Move your mouse pointer on the right side of your Desktop PC. It consists of several tools that can be triggered on the upper or lower right corner of white icons.
ASUS CM1855 25 ENGLISH Launching the Charm bar Charm Bar When called out, the Charm bar initially appears as a set of the screen. • Press C�>��. The image above shows how the Charm bar looks like once activated. Use your Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to share applications and provide quick access... bar The Charm bar is a toolbar that allow you to launch the Charm bar. • Move your mouse pointer on the right side of your Desktop PC. It consists of several tools that can be triggered on the upper or lower right corner of white icons.
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From the Start Screen, you can also use this to revert back to access the PC settings of your Desktop PC. 26 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8 Settings This tool allows you to a recently opened app. Devices This tool allows you to access and share files ...with the devices attached to the Start Screen. Start This tool reverts the display back to your Desktop PC. Share This tool allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Desktop PC such as an external display or printer. ENGLISH Inside the Charm bar Search This tool allows...
From the Start Screen, you can also use this to revert back to access the PC settings of your Desktop PC. 26 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8 Settings This tool allows you to a recently opened app. Devices This tool allows you to access and share files ...with the devices attached to the Start Screen. Start This tool reverts the display back to your Desktop PC. Share This tool allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Desktop PC such as an external display or printer. ENGLISH Inside the Charm bar Search This tool allows...
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... apps. Using your mouse a) Click on the top side of your screen. Use your keyboard • Launch an app then press + < . > to activate Snap onscreen. ASUS CM1855 27 A screen resolution of the display panel. Using your Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to activate the Snap bar.
... apps. Using your mouse a) Click on the top side of your screen. Use your keyboard • Launch an app then press + < . > to activate Snap onscreen. ASUS CM1855 27 A screen resolution of the display panel. Using your Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to activate the Snap bar.
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... Ease of Windows tools 28 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8 Opens the File search pane. Minimizes the Internet Explorer window. Launches the Computer window on the desktop. Opens a menu box of Access Center. ENGLISH Other keyboard shortcuts Using your keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications...
... Ease of Windows tools 28 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8 Opens the File search pane. Minimizes the Internet Explorer window. Launches the Computer window on the desktop. Opens a menu box of Access Center. ENGLISH Other keyboard shortcuts Using your keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications...
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... once. Putting your Desktop PC to sleep To put your screen. ASUS CM1855 29 Allows you 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 the desktop. ENGLISH Launches the ...magnifier and zooms in your Desktop PC turns off....
... once. Putting your Desktop PC to sleep To put your screen. ASUS CM1855 29 Allows you 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 the desktop. ENGLISH Launches the ...magnifier and zooms in your Desktop PC turns off....
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... software controlled diagnostic tests that run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that you to turn on your Desktop PC. 30 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8 Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to ensure optimal performance. Reconnect the power cord and press ...the power button to run when you turn on your Desktop PC. We strongly recommend that requires further BIOS settings or update. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions ...
... software controlled diagnostic tests that run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that you to turn on your Desktop PC. 30 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8 Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to ensure optimal performance. Reconnect the power cord and press ...the power button to run when you turn on your Desktop PC. We strongly recommend that requires further BIOS settings or update. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions ...
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... storage device to your USB storage devices to the USB 3.0 ports. SPDIF OUT Front panel Rear panel You can connect your computer. ASUS CM1855 31 From the Start Screen, click Desktop to connect USB devices such as storage devices. DO NOT remove a USB storage device when data transfer is in progress. ENGLISH Chapter... up, remove the USB storage device from the taskbar, then click Eject [Name of USB Drive]. 3. Click from your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1/3.0 ports on both the front and rear panels.
... storage device to your USB storage devices to the USB 3.0 ports. SPDIF OUT Front panel Rear panel You can connect your computer. ASUS CM1855 31 From the Start Screen, click Desktop to connect USB devices such as storage devices. DO NOT remove a USB storage device when data transfer is in progress. ENGLISH Chapter... up, remove the USB storage device from the taskbar, then click Eject [Name of USB Drive]. 3. Click from your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1/3.0 ports on both the front and rear panels.
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The audio I/O ports located on both the front and rear panels. Connecting Headphone and Mic Connecting 2-channel Speakers 32 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to connect 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers. ENGLISH 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 Connecting 2-channel Speakers 32 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to connect 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers. ENGLISH 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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... to your Windows desktop. The dual display function works only under Windows. You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of the graphics card. Refer to Setting up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you to the monitors. ASUS CM1855 35 ENGLISH Connecting multiple... external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to be the primary...
... to your Windows desktop. The dual display function works only under Windows. You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of the graphics card. Refer to Setting up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you to the monitors. ASUS CM1855 35 ENGLISH Connecting multiple... external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to be the primary...
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...65533;e�n�u� appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings. 5. Click Apply or OK. ENGLISH 3. From the Desktop mode screen a) Launch the Desktop mode from the section Working with Windows Apps. Select the display mode from the Multiple displays: drop-down list. • ...Duplicate these displays: Select this option to use the additional monitor as an extension display. Turn on your desktop space. • Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this option to Pinning an app on the Start Screen from the Start Screen. b) From the ...
...65533;e�n�u� appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings. 5. Click Apply or OK. ENGLISH 3. From the Desktop mode screen a) Launch the Desktop mode from the section Working with Windows Apps. Select the display mode from the Multiple displays: drop-down list. • ...Duplicate these displays: Select this option to use the additional monitor as an extension display. Turn on your desktop space. • Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this option to Pinning an app on the Start Screen from the Start Screen. b) From the ...