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All these values are for purchasing the ASUS CM1855 Desktop PC! 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. Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! Thank you for reference only. The ASUS CM1855 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. Front panel ASUS CM1855 11 The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models.
All these values are for purchasing the ASUS CM1855 Desktop PC! 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. Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! Thank you for reference only. The ASUS CM1855 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. Front panel ASUS CM1855 11 The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models.
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... to USB 3.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others . Optical S/PDIF_OUT port. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to your computer. ASUS CM1855 13 Power switch. RATING: 115Vac/220-230Vac, 7A/4A, 60/50Hz. Rear panel ENGLISH SPDIF OUT Power connector.
... to USB 3.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others . Optical S/PDIF_OUT port. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to your computer. ASUS CM1855 13 Power switch. RATING: 115Vac/220-230Vac, 7A/4A, 60/50Hz. Rear panel ENGLISH SPDIF OUT Power connector.
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...OFF ORANGE GREEN Description 10Mbps connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only). This optional WLAN card allows your computer. ASUS CM1855 15 ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only). ENGLISH PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port (purple). ... network. LAN (RJ-45) port. The display output ports on the chassis. DO NOT block the air vents on this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. This port is for your computer to connect to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network ...
...OFF ORANGE GREEN Description 10Mbps connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only). This optional WLAN card allows your computer. ASUS CM1855 15 ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only). ENGLISH PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port (purple). ... network. LAN (RJ-45) port. The display output ports on the chassis. DO NOT block the air vents on this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. This port is for your computer to connect to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network ...
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ENGLISH SPDIF OUT Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer. ` Connect your computer and the other end to the USB 2.0 ports. Connecting the power cord Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the rear panel of your USB keyboard and USB mouse to a power source. SPDIF OUT ASUS CM1855 17
ENGLISH SPDIF OUT Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer. ` Connect your computer and the other end to the USB 2.0 ports. Connecting the power cord Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the rear panel of your USB keyboard and USB mouse to a power source. SPDIF OUT ASUS CM1855 17
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... the license terms for using Windows® 8, refer to guide you in configuring the basic settings of your computer on using Windows and click Accept. 3. ASUS CM1855 19 For details on . Turn your Windows® 8 operating system. Wait for a few minutes until the setup screen appears. 2. Follow the next onscreen instructions to...
... the license terms for using Windows® 8, refer to guide you in configuring the basic settings of your computer on using Windows and click Accept. 3. ASUS CM1855 19 For details on . Turn your Windows® 8 operating system. Wait for a few minutes until the setup screen appears. 2. Follow the next onscreen instructions to...
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ASUS CM1855 21 The functions in these hotspots can be activated using your Desktop PC. ENGLISH Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you to the next page for the Hotspots' functions. Hotspots on a running app Hotspots on the Start Screen Refer to launch programs and access the settings of your mouse.
ASUS CM1855 21 The functions in these hotspots can be activated using your Desktop PC. ENGLISH Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you to the next page for the Hotspots' functions. Hotspots on a running app Hotspots on the Start Screen Refer to launch programs and access the settings of your mouse.
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...;u��r�m��o�u�s�e��p��o�in �t�e�r��to� change to a hand icon. ASUS CM1855 23 Resizing apps Right-click the app to activate its settings bar then click Unpin from Start. D��ra��g��th...
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The image above shows how the Charm bar looks like once activated. 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. 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�>�...
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... app will automatically appear in the smaller display area. 2. Using your screen. b) Hover the mouse pointer on an app to use Snap: 1. Launch another app. ASUS CM1855 27 ENGLISH Snap bar Using Snap To use the Snap feature. A screen resolution of at least 1366 x 768 pixels is required to launch it.
... app will automatically appear in the smaller display area. 2. Using your screen. b) Hover the mouse pointer on an app to use Snap: 1. Launch another app. ASUS CM1855 27 ENGLISH Snap bar Using Snap To use the Snap feature. A screen resolution of at least 1366 x 768 pixels is required to launch it.
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Allows you to peek at least four (4) seconds until your Desktop PC on Sleep mode, press the Power button once. ASUS CM1855 29 Putting your Desktop PC to do a normal shutdown. • From the login screen, click Power > Shutdown. • If your Desktop PC is unresponsive, press ...
Allows you to peek at least four (4) seconds until your Desktop PC on Sleep mode, press the Power button once. ASUS CM1855 29 Putting your Desktop PC to do a normal shutdown. • From the login screen, click Power > Shutdown. • If your Desktop PC is unresponsive, press ...
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SPDIF OUT Front panel Rear panel You can connect your computer. ASUS CM1855 31 The USB ports allow you to launch the Desktop Mode. 2. Click from your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1/3.0 ports ...
SPDIF OUT Front panel Rear panel You can connect your computer. ASUS CM1855 31 The USB ports allow you to launch the Desktop Mode. 2. Click from your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1/3.0 ports ...
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ENGLISH Connecting 4-channel Speakers Connecting 6-channel Speakers ASUS CM1855 33
ENGLISH Connecting 4-channel Speakers Connecting 6-channel Speakers ASUS CM1855 33
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... a graphics card is set to be the primary display has display during POST. You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of the graphics card. ASUS CM1855 35 Connect the two monitors to your computer and connect the power cords to enlarge your main display, or as an extension to the monitors...
... a graphics card is set to be the primary display has display during POST. You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of the graphics card. ASUS CM1855 35 Connect the two monitors to your computer and connect the power cords to enlarge your main display, or as an extension to the monitors...
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ASUS CM1855 37 The HDMI cable is purchased separately. • To get the best display performance, ensure that your computer. • You need an HDMI cable to connect the HDTV and the computer. ENGLISH Connecting an HDTV Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your HDMI cable is less than 15 meters.
ASUS CM1855 37 The HDMI cable is purchased separately. • To get the best display performance, ensure that your computer. • You need an HDMI cable to connect the HDTV and the computer. ENGLISH Connecting an HDTV Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your HDMI cable is less than 15 meters.
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... support to reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using and fully enjoying your wrists, hands, and other joints or muscles. ASUS CM1855 39 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...
... support to reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using and fully enjoying your wrists, hands, and other joints or muscles. ASUS CM1855 39 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...
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... system is on, press the eject button below the drive bay cover. • Right-click the CD/DVD drive icon on the Start Screen thumbnail. ASUS CM1855 41 While your mouse pointer over the lower-left hand corner of the Windows desktop, then right-click on the Computer screen, and then click...
... system is on, press the eject button below the drive bay cover. • Right-click the CD/DVD drive icon on the Start Screen thumbnail. ASUS CM1855 41 While your mouse pointer over the lower-left hand corner of the Windows desktop, then right-click on the Computer screen, and then click...
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... your computer. 3. Connecting via a DSL/cable modem To connect via a DSL/cable modem: 1. Set up your DSL/cable modem. SPDIF OUT Modem RJ-45 cable 3. ASUS CM1855 43 Refer to a DSL/cable modem or a local area network (LAN). ENGLISH Chapter 5 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection Use an RJ-45 cable to...
... your computer. 3. Connecting via a DSL/cable modem To connect via a DSL/cable modem: 1. Set up your DSL/cable modem. SPDIF OUT Modem RJ-45 cable 3. ASUS CM1855 43 Refer to a DSL/cable modem or a local area network (LAN). ENGLISH Chapter 5 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection Use an RJ-45 cable to...
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From the Windows® taskbar, right-click the network icon and Sharing Center. and click Open Network 3. Right-click on your LAN and select Properties. 5. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) and click Properties. ASUS CM1855 45 From the Start Screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop mode. 2. From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen, click Change Adapter settings. 4. ENGLISH Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection To configure a dynamic IP/PPPoE or static IP network connection: 1.
From the Windows® taskbar, right-click the network icon and Sharing Center. and click Open Network 3. Right-click on your LAN and select Properties. 5. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) and click Properties. ASUS CM1855 45 From the Start Screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop mode. 2. From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen, click Change Adapter settings. 4. ENGLISH Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection To configure a dynamic IP/PPPoE or static IP network connection: 1.
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... from your User name and, Password, and Connection name. When done, click OK. Enter your service provider. 4. Click Connect. 11. Repeat steps 1 to the Internet. ASUS CM1855 47 Enter your user name and password. Click Connect to connect to 4 of the previous section Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection. 2 Click Use the...
... from your User name and, Password, and Connection name. When done, click OK. Enter your service provider. 4. Click Connect. 11. Repeat steps 1 to the Internet. ASUS CM1855 47 Enter your user name and password. Click Connect to connect to 4 of the previous section Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection. 2 Click Use the...
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Click Connect. Do any application mode: a) Hover you mouse pointer on the upper or lower right of the following to a Wi-Fi network: 1. ENGLISH To connect to launch the Charm bar from the Start Screen or from the list. 5. ASUS CM1855 49 Select the network that you want to connect to from any of the screen. b) On your keyboard, press + . Charm Bar 3. From the Charm bar, select Settings and click the network icon . 4.
Click Connect. Do any application mode: a) Hover you mouse pointer on the upper or lower right of the following to a Wi-Fi network: 1. ENGLISH To connect to launch the Charm bar from the Start Screen or from the list. 5. ASUS CM1855 49 Select the network that you want to connect to from any of the screen. b) On your keyboard, press + . Charm Bar 3. From the Charm bar, select Settings and click the network icon . 4.