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... in this manual, including the products and software described in writing by the purchaser for identification or explanation and to infringe. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED ...WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF ...
... in this manual, including the products and software described in writing by the purchaser for identification or explanation and to infringe. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED ...WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF ...
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Contents Notices ...5 Safety information 7 Conventions used in this guide 8 Where to find more information 8 Package contents 9 Chapter 1: Getting started Welcome!...11 Getting to know your computer 11 Setting up your 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 3: Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 27 ...
Contents Notices ...5 Safety information 7 Conventions used in this guide 8 Where to find more information 8 Package contents 9 Chapter 1: Getting started Welcome!...11 Getting to know your computer 11 Setting up your 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 3: Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 27 ...
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Contents Chapter 6: Using the utilities ASUS AI Suite II 47 ASUS AI Manager 53 Ai Charger...55 ASUS Webstorage 56 ASUS Easy Update 58 ASUS Instant On 59 Nero 9 ...60 Recovering your system 61 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 63 ASUS contact information 70
Contents Chapter 6: Using the utilities ASUS AI Suite II 47 ASUS AI Manager 53 Ai Charger...55 ASUS Webstorage 56 ASUS Easy Update 58 ASUS Instant On 59 Nero 9 ...60 Recovering your system 61 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 63 ASUS contact information 70
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... to operate this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is subject to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for help. REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of the monitor ...the party responsible for connection of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in a particular installation. Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and ...
... to operate this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is subject to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for help. REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of the monitor ...the party responsible for connection of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in a particular installation. Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and ...
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Use of this transmitter must be installed to the manufacturer's instructions. Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for home and other intellectual property rights owned by method claims of certain U.S. Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is intended for radio noise emissions from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with the same or equivalent type recommended by Macrovision Corporation. Dispose of used for satisfying RF exposure compliance....
Use of this transmitter must be installed to the manufacturer's instructions. Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for home and other intellectual property rights owned by method claims of certain U.S. Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is intended for radio noise emissions from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with the same or equivalent type recommended by Macrovision Corporation. Dispose of used for satisfying RF exposure compliance....
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DO NOT use the modem during a gas leak. • DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not try to fix it by yourself. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops 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. • DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Contact a qualified service ...
DO NOT use the modem during a gas leak. • DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not try to fix it by yourself. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops 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. • DO NOT use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Contact a qualified service ...
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IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. ASUS Local Technical Support Visit ASUS website at http://support.asus.com/contact for the contact information of the following sources for additional information and for product...65533;�u�r�s�e�l�f when trying to complete a task. Refer to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. DANGER/WARNING: I �n�f�o�r�m��a�ti�o...
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. ASUS Local Technical Support Visit ASUS website at http://support.asus.com/contact for the contact information of the following sources for additional information and for product...65533;�u�r�s�e�l�f when trying to complete a task. Refer to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. DANGER/WARNING: I �n�f�o�r�m��a�ti�o...
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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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All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CM6870 Desktop PC! Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. Thank you for reference only. 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. Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations...
All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CM6870 Desktop PC! Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. Thank you for reference only. 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. Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations...
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... Card (on selected models only) Connect your computer. The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. Plug the monitor to a power source. ASUS CM6870 15 ENGLISH Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, ...such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your monitor to the display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2.
... Card (on selected models only) Connect your computer. The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. Plug the monitor to a power source. ASUS CM6870 15 ENGLISH Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, ...such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your monitor to the display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2.
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Hence, connect your monitor to a display output port on the rear panel of your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in Chapter 3 of this user manual for details. 16 Chapter 1: Getting started To ...
Hence, connect your monitor to a display output port on the rear panel of your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in Chapter 3 of this user manual for details. 16 Chapter 1: Getting started To ...
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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. ENGLISH 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. ASUS CM6870 17
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. ENGLISH 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. ASUS CM6870 17
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Turning your computer ON To turn your computer OFF: 1. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. Power button 4. Click to turn on your computer. Click on the power switch. 2. Close all running applications. 2. Turning your computer OFF To turn your computer ON: 1. Press the power button on /off your computer after setting up your computer. ENGLISH Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to shut down the operating system. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started Turn on the Windows® desktop. 3. Turn your monitor ON. 3.
Turning your computer ON To turn your computer OFF: 1. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. Power button 4. Click to turn on your computer. Click on the power switch. 2. Close all running applications. 2. Turning your computer OFF To turn your computer ON: 1. Press the power button on /off your computer after setting up your computer. ENGLISH Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to shut down the operating system. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started Turn on the Windows® desktop. 3. Turn your monitor ON. 3.
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... time, a series of screens appear to guide you want to set up your password, then click Next. If you in uniques names for your computer. ASUS CM6870 19 To start using your computer. Review your Country or region, Time and currency, and Keyboard layout, then click Next. 4. Click Next. From the dropdown...
... time, a series of screens appear to guide you want to set up your password, then click Next. If you in uniques names for your computer. ASUS CM6870 19 To start using your computer. Review your Country or region, Time and currency, and Keyboard layout, then click Next. 4. Click Next. From the dropdown...
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Launching items from the Start menu To launch items from the taskbar: • From the Windows® taskbar, click an icon to launch and manage programs or items installed on the taskbar. You may pin programs that you with using Windows® 7. Using the Getting Started item The Getting Started item on the Start menu contains information about some basic tasks such as personalizing Windows®, adding new users, and transferring files to help you want to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on this chapter. From the Windows® taskbar, click the ...
Launching items from the Start menu To launch items from the taskbar: • From the Windows® taskbar, click an icon to launch and manage programs or items installed on the taskbar. You may pin programs that you with using Windows® 7. Using the Getting Started item The Getting Started item on the Start menu contains information about some basic tasks such as personalizing Windows®, adding new users, and transferring files to help you want to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on this chapter. From the Windows® taskbar, click the ...
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... that you want to pin on the Start menu or taskbar: 1. From the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu. 2. ASUS CM6870 21 ENGLISH Pinning items on the jumplists When you right-click an icon on the taskbar, a jumplist launches to provide you with quickaccess to the...
... that you want to pin on the Start menu or taskbar: 1. From the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu. 2. ASUS CM6870 21 ENGLISH Pinning items on the jumplists When you right-click an icon on the taskbar, a jumplist launches to provide you with quickaccess to the...
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Customizing icons and notifications You may choose to adjust the volume. Launching Windows® Explorer To launch Windows Explorer: 1. For more details, refer to the section Using Windows® Action Center in this icon to display or hide the icons and notifications on the taskbar or on the arrow icon . 2. Managing your files and folders Using Windows® Explorer Windows® Explorer allows you want to display all the alert messages/notifications and launch the Windows® Action Center. Displaying an alert notification To display an alert notification: • ...
Customizing icons and notifications You may choose to adjust the volume. Launching Windows® Explorer To launch Windows Explorer: 1. For more details, refer to the section Using Windows® Action Center in this icon to display or hide the icons and notifications on the taskbar or on the arrow icon . 2. Managing your files and folders Using Windows® Explorer Windows® Explorer allows you want to display all the alert messages/notifications and launch the Windows® Action Center. Displaying an alert notification To display an alert notification: • ...