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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...
...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...
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... do not try to the correct voltage in fire. DO NOT operate during a gas leak. • DO NOT place or drop objects on the Desktop PC to prevent the system from getting overheated. • DO NOT use the modem during electrical storms. • Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw...system. • Seek professional assistance before cleaning. 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 dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT short circuit...
... do not try to the correct voltage in fire. DO NOT operate during a gas leak. • DO NOT place or drop objects on the Desktop PC to prevent the system from getting overheated. • DO NOT use the modem during electrical storms. • Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw...system. • Seek professional assistance before cleaning. 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 dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT short circuit...
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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/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. Package contents ASUS Essentio 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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... Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. Front panel 3 12 4 11 5 10 9 8 6 7 ASUS CM6870 11 The ASUS Essentio CM6870 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. All these values...
... Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. Front panel 3 12 4 11 5 10 9 8 6 7 ASUS CM6870 11 The ASUS Essentio CM6870 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. All these values...
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Press the power button on /off your computer after setting up your computer. Turning your computer OFF To turn your computer. Close all running applications. 2. Turn your computer ON: 1. Click to turn your monitor ON. 3. Turning your computer ON To turn on your computer OFF: 1. Turn on the Windows® desktop. 3. Power button 4. Click on the power switch. 2. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. ENGLISH Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to shut down the operating system. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started
Press the power button on /off your computer after setting up your computer. Turning your computer OFF To turn your computer. Close all running applications. 2. Turn your computer ON: 1. Click to turn your monitor ON. 3. Turning your computer ON To turn on your computer OFF: 1. Turn on the Windows® desktop. 3. Power button 4. Click on the power switch. 2. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. ENGLISH Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to shut down the operating system. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started
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... computer. Launching a program from the taskbar To launch a program from the Start menu: 1. Click the icon again to hide the program. ENGLISH Using Windows® 7 desktop Click the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more information about Windows 7 through its Help and Support feature. Launching items from the Start menu...
... computer. Launching a program from the taskbar To launch a program from the Start menu: 1. Click the icon again to hide the program. ENGLISH Using Windows® 7 desktop Click the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more information about Windows 7 through its Help and Support feature. Launching items from the Start menu...
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... data loss or damage the USB storage device. Click from your computer, then click Eject USB2.0 FlashDisk. 2. ASUS CM6870 27 Front panel Rear panel You can connect your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1/3.0 ports on your computer. DO NOT remove a USB storage device when data transfer is in...
... data loss or damage the USB storage device. Click from your computer, then click Eject USB2.0 FlashDisk. 2. ASUS CM6870 27 Front panel Rear panel You can connect your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1/3.0 ports on your computer. DO NOT remove a USB storage device when data transfer is in...
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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 28 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 28 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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... that is installed in Chapter 1 for details on the output ports of your main display, or as an extension to enlarge your Windows desktop. ASUS CM6870 31 To set up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you to the monitors. Setting up multiple displays: 1. Turn off your computer ...connect the monitors on how to connect a monitor to be the primary display has display during POST. ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set to your computer. The dual display function ...
... that is installed in Chapter 1 for details on the output ports of your main display, or as an extension to enlarge your Windows desktop. ASUS CM6870 31 To set up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you to the monitors. Setting up multiple displays: 1. Turn off your computer ...connect the monitors on how to connect a monitor to be the primary display has display during POST. ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set to your computer. The dual display function ...
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... remove the selected display. 6. Then click Keep Changes on the confirmation message. 32 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your desktop space. • Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this options to show desktop only on your Windows desktop. Do any of your computer. 4. Click Apply or OK. When the pop-up menu appears, click Personalize > Display...
... remove the selected display. 6. Then click Keep Changes on the confirmation message. 32 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your desktop space. • Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this options to show desktop only on your Windows desktop. Do any of your computer. 4. Click Apply or OK. When the pop-up menu appears, click Personalize > Display...
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...strain to reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using your Desktop PC. ASUS CM6870 35 This section provides you with tips on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC in front of you, and turn the top of the monitor screen even with.... • Take regular mini-breaks from sources 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 eye level so that...
...strain to reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using your Desktop PC. ASUS CM6870 35 This section provides you with tips on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC in front of you, and turn the top of the monitor screen even with.... • Take regular mini-breaks from sources 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 eye level so that...
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...-installed on the Main menu icon to frequently-used applications. Launching AI Manager To launch the AI Manager from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Manager > AI Manager 1.xx.xx. Installing AI Manager To install AI Manager: 1. After launching the application, the...AI Manager quick bar saves the desktop space and allows you quick and easy access to browse through the utilities in the support DVD. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to install this icon to switch between full window and quick bar. ASUS CM6870 53 This utility is enabled, ...
...-installed on the Main menu icon to frequently-used applications. Launching AI Manager To launch the AI Manager from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Manager > AI Manager 1.xx.xx. Installing AI Manager To install AI Manager: 1. After launching the application, the...AI Manager quick bar saves the desktop space and allows you quick and easy access to browse through the utilities in the support DVD. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to install this icon to switch between full window and quick bar. ASUS CM6870 53 This utility is enabled, ...
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...-click the mouse to retrieve all your backups, synced files, share groups and password protected data from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > Webstorage. Right-click this utility. Backup To backup your most important data with simple steps: preset a backup shcedule ...with your preferences in the Windows® taskbar. ENGLISH ASUS Webstorage ASUS webstorage is designed to help you retrieve your data to your notebooks, smartphones or tablets wherever there is pre-installed on some...
...-click the mouse to retrieve all your backups, synced files, share groups and password protected data from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > Webstorage. Right-click this utility. Backup To backup your most important data with simple steps: preset a backup shcedule ...with your preferences in the Windows® taskbar. ENGLISH ASUS Webstorage ASUS webstorage is designed to help you retrieve your data to your notebooks, smartphones or tablets wherever there is pre-installed on some...
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...complete the recovery process. ASUS CM6870 61 Press during bootup. 2. Visit the ASUS website at the factory and cannot be restored if deleted. DO NOT delete the partition named RECOVERY. Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your Desktop PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you... your system Using the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition quickly restores your Desktop PC's software to its default settings. About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition is created at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. System Recovery: This feature allows you...
...complete the recovery process. ASUS CM6870 61 Press during bootup. 2. Visit the ASUS website at the factory and cannot be restored if deleted. DO NOT delete the partition named RECOVERY. Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your Desktop PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you... your system Using the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition quickly restores your Desktop PC's software to its default settings. About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition is created at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. System Recovery: This feature allows you...
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...be labeled as instructed to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will be powered ON. 2. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. 62 Chapter 6: Using the utilities According to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of...NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to create the Recovery DVD. Remove the external hard disk drive before the system recovery. 5. Your Desktop PC needs to confirm the system recovery. Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the image. 4. Select OK to start to complete the recovery ...
...be labeled as instructed to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will be powered ON. 2. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. 62 Chapter 6: Using the utilities According to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of...NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to create the Recovery DVD. Remove the external hard disk drive before the system recovery. 5. Your Desktop PC needs to confirm the system recovery. Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the image. 4. Select OK to start to complete the recovery ...
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... or shape. • Check if the disc is scratched or damaged. ? ENGLISH ? Do any of your monitor and your Windows desktop. Refer to a electrical source and turned on the confirmation message. ? ASUS CM6870 65 To change the screen resolution: 1. When the pop-up . • Check if the disc is caused by the different...
... or shape. • Check if the disc is scratched or damaged. ? ENGLISH ? Do any of your monitor and your Windows desktop. Refer to a electrical source and turned on the confirmation message. ? ASUS CM6870 65 To change the screen resolution: 1. When the pop-up . • Check if the disc is caused by the different...
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... for the computer. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. ASUS CM6870 69 Restore the BIOS to its full speed when the computer is too high. Ensure that you know how to reinstall the motherboard, try to ...download the latest BIOS versions. The BIOS settings have been changed. There is booting up. Visit the ASUS Support site at...
... for the computer. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. ASUS CM6870 69 Restore the BIOS to its full speed when the computer is too high. Ensure that you know how to reinstall the motherboard, try to ...download the latest BIOS versions. The BIOS settings have been changed. There is booting up. Visit the ASUS Support site at...