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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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... and peripherals before using , contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to fix it by yourself. 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 not ... a qualified service technician or your area. DO NOT use the modem during a gas leak. • DO NOT place or drop objects on the Desktop PC to dirty or dusty environments. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. • DO NOT expose to prevent the system from getting overheated...
... and peripherals before using , contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to fix it by yourself. 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 not ... a qualified service technician or your area. DO NOT use the modem during a gas leak. • DO NOT place or drop objects on the Desktop PC to dirty or dusty environments. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. • DO NOT expose to prevent the system from getting overheated...
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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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... futuristic and stylish system casing. Front panel 3 12 4 11 5 10 9 8 6 7 ASUS CM6870 11 All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CM6870 Desktop PC! The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! The ASUS Essentio CM6870 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities.
... futuristic and stylish system casing. Front panel 3 12 4 11 5 10 9 8 6 7 ASUS CM6870 11 All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CM6870 Desktop PC! The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! The ASUS Essentio CM6870 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities.
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Wait until the operating system loads automatically. Press the power button on the Windows® desktop. 3. Click on your computer. Click to turn on the power switch. 2. Close all running applications. 2. ENGLISH Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to shut down the operating system. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started Turning your computer ON To turn your computer. Turn on /off your computer after setting up your computer OFF: 1. Turn your computer ON: 1. Turning your computer OFF To turn your monitor ON. 3. Power button 4.
Wait until the operating system loads automatically. Press the power button on the Windows® desktop. 3. Click on your computer. Click to turn on the power switch. 2. Close all running applications. 2. ENGLISH Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to shut down the operating system. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started Turning your computer ON To turn your computer. Turn on /off your computer after setting up your computer OFF: 1. Turn your computer ON: 1. Turning your computer OFF To turn your monitor ON. 3. Power button 4.
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... the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon . 2. Using the taskbar The taskbar allows you want constantly displayed on the taskbar. ENGLISH Using Windows® 7 desktop Click the Start icon > Help and Support to launch and manage programs or items installed on your computer. You may pin programs that you to...
... the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon . 2. Using the taskbar The taskbar allows you want constantly displayed on the taskbar. ENGLISH Using Windows® 7 desktop Click the Start icon > Help and Support to launch and manage programs or items installed on your computer. You may pin programs that you to...
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...Safe to Remove Hardware message pops up, remove the USB storage device from the Windows notification area on both the front and rear panels. ASUS CM6870 27 Click from your computer, then click Eject USB2.0 FlashDisk. 2. DO NOT remove a USB storage device when data transfer is in progress...to your computer. To connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1/3.0 ports on your computer. Doing so may cause data loss or damage the USB storage device. Front panel Rear panel ...
...Safe to Remove Hardware message pops up, remove the USB storage device from the Windows notification area on both the front and rear panels. ASUS CM6870 27 Click from your computer, then click Eject USB2.0 FlashDisk. 2. DO NOT remove a USB storage device when data transfer is in progress...to your computer. To connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1/3.0 ports on your computer. Doing so may cause data loss or damage the USB storage device. Front panel Rear panel ...
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ENGLISH 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 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.
ENGLISH 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 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.
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When a graphics card is set to enlarge your Windows desktop. 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 ... displays When using multiple monitors, you to the monitors. Setting up multiple displays: 1. ASUS CM6870 31 Connect the two monitors to your computer and connect the power cords to connect multiple external displays. ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are...
When a graphics card is set to enlarge your Windows desktop. 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 ... displays When using multiple monitors, you to the monitors. Setting up multiple displays: 1. ASUS CM6870 31 Connect the two monitors to your computer and connect the power cords to connect multiple external displays. ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are...
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...Duplicate these displays: Select this options to use the additional monitor as an extension display. Click Apply or OK. Turn on your Windows desktop. Do any of your main display. • Extend these displays: Select this option to use the additional monitor as a duplicate... of the following to your desktop space. • Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this option to show desktop only on your computer. 4. Then click Keep Changes on the confirmation message. 32 Chapter 3: Connecting ...
...Duplicate these displays: Select this options to use the additional monitor as an extension display. Click Apply or OK. Turn on your Windows desktop. Do any of your main display. • Extend these displays: Select this option to use the additional monitor as a duplicate... of the following to your desktop space. • Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this option to show desktop only on your computer. 4. Then click Keep Changes on the confirmation message. 32 Chapter 3: Connecting ...
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... , and turn the top of the monitor screen even with tips on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC in front of you are at or slightly above the keyboard to get a comfortable typing position. • Adjust ... spine is necessary to prevent strain to reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using your Desktop PC. This section provides you with your eye level so that your eyes look slightly downward. • Keep the...and straight sunlight. • Take regular mini-breaks from using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC. ASUS CM6870 35
... , and turn the top of the monitor screen even with tips on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC in front of you are at or slightly above the keyboard to get a comfortable typing position. • Adjust ... spine is necessary to prevent strain to reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using your Desktop PC. This section provides you with your eye level so that your eyes look slightly downward. • Keep the...and straight sunlight. • Take regular mini-breaks from using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC. ASUS CM6870 35
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...click this utility. AI Manager quick bar The AI Manager quick bar saves the desktop space and allows you quick and easy access to launch the AI Manager either from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Manager > AI Manager 1.xx.xx. Exit button Switch to main.... Place the support DVD in the main menu. Follow the onscreen instructions to keep the AI Manager on the desktop. Click the Minimize button to complete the installation. ASUS CM6870 53 Click any of the Main, My Favorites, Support or Information tab to install this icon to switch between ...
...click this utility. AI Manager quick bar The AI Manager quick bar saves the desktop space and allows you quick and easy access to launch the AI Manager either from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Manager > AI Manager 1.xx.xx. Exit button Switch to main.... Place the support DVD in the main menu. Follow the onscreen instructions to keep the AI Manager on the desktop. Click the Minimize button to complete the installation. ASUS CM6870 53 Click any of the Main, My Favorites, Support or Information tab to install this icon to switch between ...
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...internet connection. Right-click this utility. or select "Auto Backup" for complete data backup. 56 Chapter 6: Using the utilities ENGLISH ASUS Webstorage ASUS webstorage is designed to help you retrieve your data to install this icon to switch between the quick bar and the main window ... your to preview files before downloading or generating a sharing URL. Double-click the setup.exe file from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > Webstorage. The webstorage quick bar appears in the optical drive. This utility is pre-installed on some models. For models...
...internet connection. Right-click this utility. or select "Auto Backup" for complete data backup. 56 Chapter 6: Using the utilities ENGLISH ASUS Webstorage ASUS webstorage is designed to help you retrieve your data to install this icon to switch between the quick bar and the main window ... your to preview files before downloading or generating a sharing URL. Double-click the setup.exe file from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > Webstorage. The webstorage quick bar appears in the optical drive. This utility is pre-installed on some models. For models...
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... named RECOVERY. Select one of the support DVD. 4. Visit the ASUS website at the factory and cannot be restored if deleted. Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your Desktop PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you can use later to restore the system to ...make note of any customized configuration settings (such as network settings). System Recovery: This feature allows you to its original working state. ASUS CM6870 61
... named RECOVERY. Select one of the support DVD. 4. Visit the ASUS website at the factory and cannot be restored if deleted. Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your Desktop PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you can use later to restore the system to ...make note of any customized configuration settings (such as network settings). System Recovery: This feature allows you to its original working state. ASUS CM6870 61
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...CD/DVD") and press to be unusable. Remove the external hard disk drive before the system recovery. 5. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. 62 Chapter 6: Using the utilities According to Microsoft, you may be labeled as... instructed to create the Recovery DVD. Your Desktop PC needs to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the image. 4. ENGLISH Using the Recovery DVD (on your Desktop...
...CD/DVD") and press to be unusable. Remove the external hard disk drive before the system recovery. 5. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. 62 Chapter 6: Using the utilities According to Microsoft, you may be labeled as... instructed to create the Recovery DVD. Your Desktop PC needs to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to restore the image. 4. ENGLISH Using the Recovery DVD (on your Desktop...
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...Check if the disc is connected to the Line out port (lime) on the front panel or the rear panel. • Check if your HDTV. ASUS CM6870 65 Then click Keep Changes on the HDTV is distorted. • It is displayed as . ENGLISH ? The picture on the confirmation message. ? Do... it is not respond. 1. To enable the system sounds, click from the menu. My speakers produce no sound. • Ensure that your Windows desktop. Refer to adjust the volume. • Connect your HDTV. The DVD drive eject button is not muted, click and drag the slider to the documentation...
...Check if the disc is connected to the Line out port (lime) on the front panel or the rear panel. • Check if your HDTV. ASUS CM6870 65 Then click Keep Changes on the HDTV is distorted. • It is displayed as . ENGLISH ? The picture on the confirmation message. ? Do... it is not respond. 1. To enable the system sounds, click from the menu. My speakers produce no sound. • Ensure that your Windows desktop. Refer to adjust the volume. • Connect your HDTV. The DVD drive eject button is not muted, click and drag the slider to the documentation...
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... too high. The fan runs on its default settings. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. ASUS CM6870 69 Old BIOS version The CPU fan has been replaced. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com to clean the inner space of the chassis. There is working in...
... too high. The fan runs on its default settings. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. ASUS CM6870 69 Old BIOS version The CPU fan has been replaced. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com to clean the inner space of the chassis. There is working in...