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ASUS Desktop PC M31AD and M51AD User Manual M31AD M51AD
ASUS Desktop PC M31AD and M51AD User Manual M31AD M51AD
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All these values are for purchasing the ASUS M31AD and M51AD Desktop PC! Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! Thank you for reference only. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. The ASUS M31AD and M51AD Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. Front panel M31AD ASUS M31AD and M51AD 11
All these values are for purchasing the ASUS M31AD and M51AD Desktop PC! Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! Thank you for reference only. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. The ASUS M31AD and M51AD Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. Front panel M31AD ASUS M31AD and M51AD 11
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Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA,... 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others . ASUS M31AD and M51AD 13 This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Press this button to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for your computer. ...data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to turn on your USB 3.0 devices. M51AD ENGLISH USB 3.0 ports.
Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA,... 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others . ASUS M31AD and M51AD 13 This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Press this button to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for your computer. ...data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to turn on your USB 3.0 devices. M51AD ENGLISH USB 3.0 ports.
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... your Desktop PC has the following power ratings: • M31AD: • 110~120Vac / 220~240Vac, 8.0A/4.0A, 60Hz/50Hz • 220~230Vac, 3.5A, 50Hz • M51AD: • 115Vac / 220~230Vac, 7.0A/4.0A, 60Hz/50Hz • 220~230Vac, 3.5A, 50Hz USB 2.0 ports. Microphone port (pink). Plug the power cord to this switch... voltage according to the audio configuration table for VGA-compatible devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. Side Speaker Out port (gray). ASUS M31AD and M51AD 15
... your Desktop PC has the following power ratings: • M31AD: • 110~120Vac / 220~240Vac, 8.0A/4.0A, 60Hz/50Hz • 220~230Vac, 3.5A, 50Hz • M51AD: • 115Vac / 220~230Vac, 7.0A/4.0A, 60Hz/50Hz • 220~230Vac, 3.5A, 50Hz USB 2.0 ports. Microphone port (pink). Plug the power cord to this switch... voltage according to the audio configuration table for VGA-compatible devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. Side Speaker Out port (gray). ASUS M31AD and M51AD 15
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... Card. Connect a monitor to a power source. Plug the monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 17 ENGLISH Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power ...
... Card. Connect a monitor to a power source. Plug the monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 17 ENGLISH Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power ...
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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. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 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. ` Connect your computer and the other end to the USB 2.0 ports.
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. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 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. ` Connect your computer and the other end to the USB 2.0 ports.
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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 and USB 3.0 ports on the front and rear panels. ENGLISH Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer. Front panel M31AD Rear panel M31AD / M51AD ASUS M31AD and M51AD M51AD For details, refer to connect USB devices such as storage devices. The USB ports allow you to the section Removing a USB storage device in the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. 21
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 and USB 3.0 ports on the front and rear panels. ENGLISH Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer. Front panel M31AD Rear panel M31AD / M51AD ASUS M31AD and M51AD M51AD For details, refer to connect USB devices such as storage devices. The USB ports allow you to the section Removing a USB storage device in the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. 21
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ENGLISH M51AD Connecting 2.1-channel Speakers ASUS M31AD and M51AD 23
ENGLISH M51AD Connecting 2.1-channel Speakers ASUS M31AD and M51AD 23
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Connecting 7.1-channel Speakers ENGLISH ASUS M31AD and M51AD 25
Connecting 7.1-channel Speakers ENGLISH ASUS M31AD and M51AD 25
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ASUS M31AD and M51AD 27 Turn on your HDMI cable is purchased separately. • To get the best display performance, ensure that your computer. 4. The HDMI cable is less than 15 meters. Connecting an HDTV Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your computer. • You need an HDMI cable to the section Configuring the Screen Resolution settings in the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. ENGLISH 3. Configure the Screen Resolution settings. For details, refer to connect the HDTV and the computer.
ASUS M31AD and M51AD 27 Turn on your HDMI cable is purchased separately. • To get the best display performance, ensure that your computer. 4. The HDMI cable is less than 15 meters. Connecting an HDTV Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your computer. • You need an HDMI cable to the section Configuring the Screen Resolution settings in the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. ENGLISH 3. Configure the Screen Resolution settings. For details, refer to connect the HDTV and the computer.
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... knees. • Adjust the back of your chair so that the base of your spine is necessary to prevent strain to your Desktop PC. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 29 This section provides you , and turn the top of the monitor screen even with tips on your wrists while typing. • Use 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 M31AD and M51AD 29 This section provides you , and turn the top of the monitor screen even with tips on your wrists while typing. • Use your...
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...; Right-click the CD/DVD drive icon on the Start screen's thumbnail. Place the disc to close it. 4. Select a program from the disc tray. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 31 While your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on , do either of Windows® desktop...
...; Right-click the CD/DVD drive icon on the Start screen's thumbnail. Place the disc to close it. 4. Select a program from the disc tray. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 31 While your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on , do either of Windows® desktop...
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.... Turn on the rear panel of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the DSL/cable modem and your computer. 4. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 33 Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. • Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in this manual. Connect one end of your...
.... Turn on the rear panel of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the DSL/cable modem and your computer. 4. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 33 Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. • Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in this manual. Connect one end of your...
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...manual. Wireless AP Modem • To increase the range and sensitivity of your computer to the Internet through a wireless connection. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 35 ENGLISH Wireless connection (on the top of the wireless radio signal, connect the external antennas to the antenna connectors on the... ASUS WLAN Card. • Place the antennas on selected models only) Connect your computer for the best wireless performance. • The ...
...manual. Wireless AP Modem • To increase the range and sensitivity of your computer to the Internet through a wireless connection. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 35 ENGLISH Wireless connection (on the top of the wireless radio signal, connect the external antennas to the antenna connectors on the... ASUS WLAN Card. • Place the antennas on selected models only) Connect your computer for the best wireless performance. • The ...
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... responding: 1. Simultaneously press + + keys on . ? On Windows® 8.1: Under Task Manager in Chapter 1. ? ASUS M31AD and M51AD 37 Refer to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card and place the antennas on selected models only)? • Ensure that is not responding, then click End Task. •... some problems you enter the correct network security key for the best wireless performance. I cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card (on the top of your computer is properly connected. • Check if the wall outlet is functioning. • ...
... responding: 1. Simultaneously press + + keys on . ? On Windows® 8.1: Under Task Manager in Chapter 1. ? ASUS M31AD and M51AD 37 Refer to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card and place the antennas on selected models only)? • Ensure that is not responding, then click End Task. •... some problems you enter the correct network security key for the best wireless performance. I cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card (on the top of your computer is properly connected. • Check if the wall outlet is functioning. • ...
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... to restore or undo changes to your Desktop Mode screen. The picture on your computer's system settings without affecting my personal files or data. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 39 To change the screen resolution: On Windows® 7: 1. When the pop-up menu appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings. Then click Keep...
... to restore or undo changes to your Desktop Mode screen. The picture on your computer's system settings without affecting my personal files or data. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 39 To change the screen resolution: On Windows® 7: 1. When the pop-up menu appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings. Then click Keep...
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Your computer's power cord is not turned on. Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on . • Ensure that the power cord is properly connected. • Use other compatible power cord. Ensure that your ... • Set your computer's power voltage switch to ensure that the power cord is turned on your area's power requirements. • Adjust the voltage settings. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 41 ENGLISH Power Problem No power (The power indicator is off) Possible Cause Incorrect power voltage Your computer is not properly connected.
Your computer's power cord is not turned on. Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on . • Ensure that the power cord is properly connected. • Use other compatible power cord. Ensure that your ... • Set your computer's power voltage switch to ensure that the power cord is turned on your area's power requirements. • Adjust the voltage settings. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 41 ENGLISH Power Problem No power (The power indicator is off) Possible Cause Incorrect power voltage Your computer is not properly connected.
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.... ENGLISH Audio Problem No Audio Possible Cause Speaker or headphone is set to multi-channel. The front and back audio ports do not work . ASUS M31AD and M51AD 43 Move your computer to your computer's user manual for the correct port. • Disconnect and reconnect the speaker to an area with compatible...
.... ENGLISH Audio Problem No Audio Possible Cause Speaker or headphone is set to multi-channel. The front and back audio ports do not work . ASUS M31AD and M51AD 43 Move your computer to your computer's user manual for the correct port. • Disconnect and reconnect the speaker to an area with compatible...
