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...1-5 Turning your computer ON/OFF 1-8 Chapter 2 Using Windows® 7 Starting for 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... microphone and speakers 3-2 Connecting multiple external displays 3-5 Connecting an HDTV 3-7 Chapter 4 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 4-1 Using the memory card reader 4-2 Using the optical drive 4-3 Using the multimedia keyboard (on selected models only 4-4 Chapter...
...1-5 Turning your computer ON/OFF 1-8 Chapter 2 Using Windows® 7 Starting for 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... microphone and speakers 3-2 Connecting multiple external displays 3-5 Connecting an HDTV 3-7 Chapter 4 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 4-1 Using the memory card reader 4-2 Using the optical drive 4-3 Using the multimedia keyboard (on selected models only 4-4 Chapter...
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...• Use this product in fire. If you 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 prevent the system from getting overheated....8226; Seek professional assistance before cleaning. Safety information Disconnect the AC power and peripherals before using an adapter or extension cord. 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...
...• Use this product in fire. If you 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 prevent the system from getting overheated....8226; Seek professional assistance before cleaning. Safety information Disconnect the AC power and peripherals before using an adapter or extension cord. 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...
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ix Actual product specifications may vary with different models. Package contents ASUS Essentio Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Installation Guide Power cord 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 Installation Guide Power cord 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.
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... and stylish system casing. Thank you for reference only. The ASUS Essentio CM6650 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. Front panel 1 2 3 10 9 4 8 7 6 5 ASUS CM6650 Click the number to know your ASUS Desktop PC. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CM6650 Desktop PC! Getting to view its corresponding description. 1-1 The ports and...
... and stylish system casing. Thank you for reference only. The ASUS Essentio CM6650 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. Front panel 1 2 3 10 9 4 8 7 6 5 ASUS CM6650 Click the number to know your ASUS Desktop PC. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CM6650 Desktop PC! Getting to view its corresponding description. 1-1 The ports and...
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Turn on the Windows® desktop. 3. Click on the power switch. 2. Turning your computer OFF To turn your computer ON: 1. Close all running applications. 2. Press the power button on /off your computer after setting up your computer. Click to turn on your computer. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. Power button 4. Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to shut down the operating system. 1-8 Chapter 1: Getting started Turning your computer ON To turn your computer OFF: 1. Turn your monitor ON. 3.
Turn on the Windows® desktop. 3. Click on the power switch. 2. Turning your computer OFF To turn your computer ON: 1. Close all running applications. 2. Press the power button on /off your computer after setting up your computer. Click to turn on your computer. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. Power button 4. Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to shut down the operating system. 1-8 Chapter 1: Getting started Turning your computer ON To turn your computer OFF: 1. Turn your monitor ON. 3.
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... area Using the Start menu The Start menu gives you want to launch. From the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon . 2. Using Windows® 7 desktop Click the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more information about Windows® 7.
... area Using the Start menu The Start menu gives you want to launch. From the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon . 2. Using Windows® 7 desktop Click the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more information about Windows® 7.
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... storage devices. Doing so may cause data loss or damage the USB storage device. Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 ports on your computer, then click Eject USB2.0 FlashDisk. The USB ports allow you to your computer. When the Safe to Remove... device from the Windows notification area on both the front and rear panels. DO NOT remove a USB storage device when data transfer is in progress. ASUS CM6650 3-1 Rear panel 2. Click from your computer. Front panel To remove a USB storage device: 1.
... storage devices. Doing so may cause data loss or damage the USB storage device. Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 ports on your computer, then click Eject USB2.0 FlashDisk. The USB ports allow you to your computer. When the Safe to Remove... device from the Windows notification area on both the front and rear panels. DO NOT remove a USB storage device when data transfer is in progress. ASUS CM6650 3-1 Rear panel 2. Click from your computer. Front panel To remove a USB storage device: 1.
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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 Connecting 2-channel Speakers 3-2 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 Connecting 2-channel Speakers 3-2 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to connect 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers.
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Refer to Setting up your computer section in your computer, connect the monitors on how to connect a monitor to your computer. 2. ASUS CM6650 3-5 Setting up multiple displays: 1. Turn off your computer. For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is installed in Chapter 1 for details on ...the output ports of your main display, or as a duplicate of the graphics card. Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set display modes. When a graphics card is set up...
Refer to Setting up your computer section in your computer, connect the monitors on how to connect a monitor to your computer. 2. ASUS CM6650 3-5 Setting up multiple displays: 1. Turn off your computer. For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is installed in Chapter 1 for details on ...the output ports of your main display, or as a duplicate of the graphics card. Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set display modes. When a graphics card is set up...
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...Right click anywhere on your computer Do any of your main display. • Extend these displays: Select this option to show desktop only on your desktop space. • Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this option to remove the selected display. 6. When the pop-up menu appears, click Personalize... list. • Duplicate these displays: Select this option to use the additional monitor as a duplicate of the following to your Windows desktop. 3. Turn on monitor 1 or monitor 2. • Remove this display: Select this options to use the additional monitor as an extension...
...Right click anywhere on your computer Do any of your main display. • Extend these displays: Select this option to show desktop only on your desktop space. • Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this option to remove the selected display. 6. When the pop-up menu appears, click Personalize... list. • Duplicate these displays: Select this option to use the additional monitor as a duplicate of the following to your Windows desktop. 3. Turn on monitor 1 or monitor 2. • Remove this display: Select this options to use the additional monitor as an extension...
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... than your hips to relax the backs of your Desktop PC. 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 wrists, hands, and other joints or muscles. ASUS CM6650 4-1 Eye level to the top of the monitor...monitor directly in front of you, and turn the top of the monitor screen even with tips on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC in a comfortably-lit area, and keep it away from sources of glare such as windows and straight sunlight. • Take regular mini-breaks...
... than your hips to relax the backs of your Desktop PC. 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 wrists, hands, and other joints or muscles. ASUS CM6650 4-1 Eye level to the top of the monitor...monitor directly in front of you, and turn the top of the monitor screen even with tips on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC in a comfortably-lit area, and keep it away from sources of glare such as windows and straight sunlight. • Take regular mini-breaks...
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The AI Manager quick bar appears on the desktop. Launching AI Manager To launch the AI Manager from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Manager > AI Manager 1.xx.xx. If Autorun is enabled, the Drivers installation wizard appears. Installing AI Manager To install ...AI Manager: 1. If Autorun is disabled, double-click the setup.exe file from the ASUS AI Manager folder...
The AI Manager quick bar appears on the desktop. Launching AI Manager To launch the AI Manager from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Manager > AI Manager 1.xx.xx. If Autorun is enabled, the Drivers installation wizard appears. Installing AI Manager To install ...AI Manager: 1. If Autorun is disabled, double-click the setup.exe file from the ASUS AI Manager folder...
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... quick bar to display the full AI Disk window and select the items you want to clear. ASUS CM6650 6-11 Click the AI Disk icon on the Main menu icon to browse through the utilities in ...full window and quick bar. Click to extend or restore AI Disk AI Disk allows you to launch the ASUS utilities or display system information easily. Main The Main menu contains three utilities: AI Disk, AI Security, ...quit the AI Manager. AI Manager quick bar The AI Manager quick bar saves the desktop space and allows you to easily clear temporary IE files, IE cookies, IE URLs, IE history, or the...
... quick bar to display the full AI Disk window and select the items you want to clear. ASUS CM6650 6-11 Click the AI Disk icon on the Main menu icon to browse through the utilities in ...full window and quick bar. Click to extend or restore AI Disk AI Disk allows you to launch the ASUS utilities or display system information easily. Main The Main menu contains three utilities: AI Disk, AI Security, ...quit the AI Manager. AI Manager quick bar The AI Manager quick bar saves the desktop space and allows you to easily clear temporary IE files, IE cookies, IE URLs, IE history, or the...
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..., and utilities installed on your Desktop PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you want to burn, click Burn to burn the files to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as network settings). ASUS CM6650 6-19 For more details about ...using the Recovery Partition, copy your Desktop PC's software to select Windows Setup [EMS Enabled]. Press during bootup. 2. Press to its original ...
..., and utilities installed on your Desktop PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you want to burn, click Burn to burn the files to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as network settings). ASUS CM6650 6-19 For more details about ...using the Recovery Partition, copy your Desktop PC's software to select Windows Setup [EMS Enabled]. Press during bootup. 2. Press to its original ...
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...writable DVDs as "CD/DVD") and press to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. 6-20 Chapter 6: Using the Utilities Select one of the support DVD. 4. System DVD Backup: This ...drive. Follow the onscreen instructions to burn the system image backup in DVD discs, which you to complete the recovery process. Restart the Desktop PC and press on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. System Image Backup: This feature allows you can use ...
...writable DVDs as "CD/DVD") and press to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. 6-20 Chapter 6: Using the Utilities Select one of the support DVD. 4. System DVD Backup: This ...drive. Follow the onscreen instructions to burn the system image backup in DVD discs, which you to complete the recovery process. Restart the Desktop PC and press on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. System Image Backup: This feature allows you can use ...
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... open the Screen Resolution setting screen: • Click > Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Display > Change display settings. • Right click anywhere on the confirmation message. ? ASUS CM6650 7-3 Then click Keep Changes on your speak is connected to fit your HDTV for the discs with your HDTV. My speakers produce no sound. •...; Connect your speakers to another computer to the Line out port (lime) on the front panel or the rear panel. • Check if your Windows desktop.
... open the Screen Resolution setting screen: • Click > Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Display > Change display settings. • Right click anywhere on the confirmation message. ? ASUS CM6650 7-3 Then click Keep Changes on your speak is connected to fit your HDTV for the discs with your HDTV. My speakers produce no sound. •...; Connect your speakers to another computer to the Line out port (lime) on the front panel or the rear panel. • Check if your Windows desktop.
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... temperature is normal. Update the BIOS to download the latest BIOS versions. Move your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Action It is too high. Computer is booting up. ASUS CM6650 7-7 The fan runs on its default settings. Restore the BIOS to its full speed... with better air flow. • Update the BIOS. • If you are using a compatible or ASUS-recommended CPU fan. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for the computer. If the problem still persists, refer to your computer to clean the inner space of the...
... temperature is normal. Update the BIOS to download the latest BIOS versions. Move your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Action It is too high. Computer is booting up. ASUS CM6650 7-7 The fan runs on its default settings. Restore the BIOS to its full speed... with better air flow. • Update the BIOS. • If you are using a compatible or ASUS-recommended CPU fan. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for the computer. If the problem still persists, refer to your computer to clean the inner space of the...