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The ports, their locations and the chassis color vary with different models. Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC! ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 13 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. Thank you for reference only. The ASUS Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and usercentric utilities.
The ports, their locations and the chassis color vary with different models. Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC! ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 13 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. Thank you for reference only. The ASUS Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and usercentric utilities.
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.... VGA port. Microphone port (pink). These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to the side speakers in a 4, 6, and 8-channel audio configuration. Center/Subwoofer port (orange). ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 15 HDMI port. Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects to USB 2.0 devices such as a VGA monitor. This port connects to a microphone...
.... VGA port. Microphone port (pink). These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to the side speakers in a 4, 6, and 8-channel audio configuration. Center/Subwoofer port (orange). ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 15 HDMI port. Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects to USB 2.0 devices such as a VGA monitor. This port connects to a microphone...
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... display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. Connect a monitor to your monitor to a power source. Plug the monitor to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 17 ...Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. The display output ports on selected...
... display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. Connect a monitor to your monitor to a power source. Plug the monitor to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 17 ...Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. The display output ports on selected...
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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. ` Connecting the power cord Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to a power source. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 19
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. ` Connecting the power cord Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to a power source. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 19
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ENGLISH Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer. Refer to launch the Desktop Mode. 2. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 21 Doing so may cause data loss or damage the USB storage device. To connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage ...
ENGLISH Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer. Refer to launch the Desktop Mode. 2. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 21 Doing so may cause data loss or damage the USB storage device. To connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage ...
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ENGLISH Connecting 4.1-channel Speakers Connecting 5.1-channel Speakers ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 23
ENGLISH Connecting 4.1-channel Speakers Connecting 5.1-channel Speakers ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 23
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... your computer, connect the monitors on how to connect a monitor to your Windows desktop. To set to be the primary display has display during POST. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 25 ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to...
... your computer, connect the monitors on how to connect a monitor to your Windows desktop. To set to be the primary display has display during POST. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 25 ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to...
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ENGLISH ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 27 Connecting an HDTV Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your HDMI cable is less than 15 meters. 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 ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 27 Connecting an HDTV Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your HDMI cable is less than 15 meters. 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.
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... your knees. • Adjust the back of your chair so that the base of your spine is necessary to prevent strain to your Desktop PC. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 29 ENGLISH Chapter 3 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC When using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper posture is...
... your knees. • Adjust the back of your chair so that the base of your spine is necessary to prevent strain to your Desktop PC. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 29 ENGLISH Chapter 3 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC When using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper posture is...
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... the desktop is on, press the eject button to access the data on the Start screen's thumbnail. Push the tray gently to open the tray. 2. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 31 If AutoPlay is on, do either of the following to access your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows®...
... the desktop is on, press the eject button to access the data on the Start screen's thumbnail. Push the tray gently to open the tray. 2. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 31 If AutoPlay is on, do either of the following to access your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows®...
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... assistance in setting up your DSL/cable modem. 2. ENGLISH Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection Use an RJ-45 cable to connect your computer. 4. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 33 Turn on the rear panel of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the DSL/cable modem and...
... assistance in setting up your DSL/cable modem. 2. ENGLISH Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection Use an RJ-45 cable to connect your computer. 4. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 33 Turn on the rear panel of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the DSL/cable modem and...
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ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 35 Right-click on your LAN and select Properties. 5. From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen, click Change Adapter settings. 4. From the Windows® taskbar, right-click the network icon Sharing Center. From the Start screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop mode. 2. ENGLISH Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection To configure a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection: 1. and click Open Network and 3. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/ IPv4) and click Properties.
ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 35 Right-click on your LAN and select Properties. 5. From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen, click Change Adapter settings. 4. From the Windows® taskbar, right-click the network icon Sharing Center. From the Start screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop mode. 2. ENGLISH Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection To configure a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection: 1. and click Open Network and 3. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/ IPv4) and click Properties.
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... a static IP network connection To configure a static IP network connection: 1. Enter the IP address, Subnet mask and Gateway from your service provider. 4. Click Connect. 11. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 37
... a static IP network connection To configure a static IP network connection: 1. Enter the IP address, Subnet mask and Gateway from your service provider. 4. Click Connect. 11. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 37
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... Troubleshooting This chapter presents some problems you want to connect to. • Connect the external antennas (optional) to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card and place the antennas on top of your computer is properly connected. • Check if the wall outlet is functioning. •...up. • Check if your computer chassis for the best wireless performance. Refer to turn it on the keyboard, then click Task Manager. 2. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 39 My computer cannot be powered on and the power LED on . My computer hangs. • Do the following based on...
... Troubleshooting This chapter presents some problems you want to connect to. • Connect the external antennas (optional) to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card and place the antennas on top of your computer is properly connected. • Check if the wall outlet is functioning. •...up. • Check if your computer chassis for the best wireless performance. Refer to turn it on the keyboard, then click Task Manager. 2. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 39 My computer cannot be powered on and the power LED on . My computer hangs. • Do the following based on...
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...'s system settings without affecting my personal files or data. To change the screen resolution: On Windows® 8.1: Do any of your monitor and your HDTV. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 41 For details, refer to fit your personal data such as documents or photos. b) From the Control Panel, click Adjust screen resolution under...
...'s system settings without affecting my personal files or data. To change the screen resolution: On Windows® 8.1: Do any of your monitor and your HDTV. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 41 For details, refer to fit your personal data such as documents or photos. b) From the Control Panel, click Adjust screen resolution under...
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.... ENGLISH Power Problem No power (The power indicator is off) Possible Cause Incorrect power voltage Action • Set your computer's power voltage switch to on. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 43 PSU (Power supply unit) problems Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on your computer.
.... ENGLISH Power Problem No power (The power indicator is off) Possible Cause Incorrect power voltage Action • Set your computer's power voltage switch to on. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 43 PSU (Power supply unit) problems Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on your computer.
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...with compatible memory modules. • Remove the extra memory modules that you have installed, then try again. • Contact the ASUS Service Center for your computer. • Reinstall the operating system. headphone. Reinstall the audio driver System Problem System speed is too ... better air flow. Reinstall the OS and reinstall compatible softwares. Driver problems Try both the front and back audio ports. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 45 Move your computer. ENGLISH Audio Problem No Audio Possible Cause Speaker or headphone is connected to multi...
...with compatible memory modules. • Remove the extra memory modules that you have installed, then try again. • Contact the ASUS Service Center for your computer. • Reinstall the operating system. headphone. Reinstall the audio driver System Problem System speed is too ... better air flow. Reinstall the OS and reinstall compatible softwares. Driver problems Try both the front and back audio ports. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 45 Move your computer. ENGLISH Audio Problem No Audio Possible Cause Speaker or headphone is connected to multi...