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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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... device 21 Connecting microphone and speakers 22 Connecting multiple external displays 26 Connecting an HDTV 27 Chapter 3: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 29 Using the memory card reader 30 Using the optical drive 31 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection 33 Wireless connection (on selected... only 35 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 37 Appendix Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual Using Windows® 7 Starting for the first time 47 Using Windows® 7 desktop 48
... device 21 Connecting microphone and speakers 22 Connecting multiple external displays 26 Connecting an HDTV 27 Chapter 3: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 29 Using the memory card reader 30 Using the optical drive 31 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection 33 Wireless connection (on selected... only 35 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 37 Appendix Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual Using Windows® 7 Starting for the first time 47 Using Windows® 7 desktop 48
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... Windows® 8.1 lock screen 55 Using the Windows® UI 56 Working with Windows® apps 59 Other keyboard shortcuts 64 Turning your Desktop PC OFF 65 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 65 Entering the BIOS Setup 66 Other Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 functions Removing a USB storage device 67 Configuring the...
... Windows® 8.1 lock screen 55 Using the Windows® UI 56 Working with Windows® apps 59 Other keyboard shortcuts 64 Turning your Desktop PC OFF 65 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 65 Entering the BIOS Setup 66 Other Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 functions Removing a USB storage device 67 Configuring the...
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...been damaged. • DO NOT expose to the correct voltage in your power supply is broken, do not shove any foreign objects into the Desktop PC. • DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. • DO NOT expose to prevent the system from the electrical outlet...to fix it by yourself. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your area. Wipe the Desktop PC using , contact your retailer. DO NOT disassemble the battery. • Use this product in fire. Contact a qualified service technician or your...
...been damaged. • DO NOT expose to the correct voltage in your power supply is broken, do not shove any foreign objects into the Desktop PC. • DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. • DO NOT expose to prevent the system from the electrical outlet...to fix it by yourself. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your area. Wipe the Desktop PC using , contact your retailer. DO NOT disassemble the battery. • Use this product in fire. Contact a qualified service technician or your...
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... in this manual. Where to find more information Refer to help you MUST follow to the ASUS website www.asus.com. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of... local Technical Support Engineer. • The user manual is located in the following symbols used in your Desktop PC: • C:\Program Files(X86)\ASUS\eManual Refer to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a ...
... in this manual. Where to find more information Refer to help you MUST follow to the ASUS website www.asus.com. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of... local Technical Support Engineer. • The user manual is located in the following symbols used in your Desktop PC: • C:\Program Files(X86)\ASUS\eManual Refer to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a ...
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Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Power cord x1 DVD/SDVD/RDVD x1 (optional) Installation Guide Dipole antenna x1 (optional) / Antenna x 1 (optional) Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 • 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. 10
Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Power cord x1 DVD/SDVD/RDVD x1 (optional) Installation Guide Dipole antenna x1 (optional) / Antenna x 1 (optional) Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 • 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. 10
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Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS M31AD and M51AD Desktop PC! The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. Thank you for reference only. Front panel M31AD ASUS M31AD and M51AD 11 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! The ASUS M31AD and M51AD Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities.
Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS M31AD and M51AD Desktop PC! The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. Thank you for reference only. Front panel M31AD ASUS M31AD and M51AD 11 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! The ASUS M31AD and M51AD Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities.
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... function of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other audio sources. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. This port connects to a microphone. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 15 This port is 100-127V, set the switch to 230V.� Setting the switch to 115V. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia.... Use this port becomes Front Speaker Out. If the voltage supply in your area is HDCP compliant allowing playback of the audio ports in your Desktop PC has the following power ratings: • M31AD: • 110~120Vac / 220~240Vac, 8.0A/4.0A, 60Hz/50Hz • 220~230Vac, 3.5A, ...
... function of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other audio sources. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. This port connects to a microphone. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 15 This port is 100-127V, set the switch to 230V.� Setting the switch to 115V. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia.... Use this port becomes Front Speaker Out. If the voltage supply in your area is HDCP compliant allowing playback of the audio ports in your Desktop PC has the following power ratings: • M31AD: • 110~120Vac / 220~240Vac, 8.0A/4.0A, 60Hz/50Hz • 220~230Vac, 3.5A, ...
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Turning your computer ON To turn on your computer. Turn your monitor ON. 2. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. For details on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to turn your computer ON: 1. M31AD M51AD Power button Power button 3. Press the power button on your computer after setting up your computer. ENGLISH Turning your computer ON This section describes how to the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. 20 Chapter 1: Getting started
Turning your computer ON To turn on your computer. Turn your monitor ON. 2. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. For details on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to turn your computer ON: 1. M31AD M51AD Power button Power button 3. Press the power button on your computer after setting up your computer. ENGLISH Turning your computer ON This section describes how to the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. 20 Chapter 1: Getting started
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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 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 M31AD 22 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to connect 2.1-channel, 4.1-channel, 5.1-channel, and 7.1-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 M31AD 22 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to connect 2.1-channel, 4.1-channel, 5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel stereo speakers. The audio I/O ports located on both the front and rear panels.
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... a monitor to your computer For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is installed in Chapter 1 for details on the output ports of your Windows desktop. Refer to Setting up multiple displays: 1. You can use the additional monitor as an extension to enlarge your main display, or as a duplicate of the... Turn off your computer and connect the power cords to the monitors. Connect the two monitors to your computer. 2. ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set display modes.
... a monitor to your computer For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is installed in Chapter 1 for details on the output ports of your Windows desktop. Refer to Setting up multiple displays: 1. You can use the additional monitor as an extension to enlarge your main display, or as a duplicate of the... Turn off your computer and connect the power cords to the monitors. Connect the two monitors to your computer. 2. ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set display modes.
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... reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC. ENGLISH Chapter 3 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 ... so that the base of your spine is necessary to prevent strain to your thighs. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 29 This section provides you with tips on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC in a comfortably-lit area, and keep it away from sources of the monitor...
... reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC. ENGLISH Chapter 3 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 ... so that the base of your spine is necessary to prevent strain to your thighs. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 29 This section provides you with tips on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC in a comfortably-lit area, and keep it away from sources of the monitor...
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... memory card icon to avoid damaging the card. • You can place media in your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on the front panel of the card slots and use each media independently. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying... Chapter 3: Using your system allows you to read from the AutoPlay window to access your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on it. • Each card slot has its own drive icon which is NOT enabled in one or more of your computer...
... memory card icon to avoid damaging the card. • You can place media in your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on the front panel of the card slots and use each media independently. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying... Chapter 3: Using your system allows you to read from the AutoPlay window to access your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on it. • Each card slot has its own drive icon which is NOT enabled in one or more of your computer...
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... the disc tray. While your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on the Start screen's thumbnail. If AutoPlay is NOT enabled in your computer...the tray. 2. To open the Computer screen on Windows® 8.1, hover your system is on, do either of Windows® desktop then right-click on an optical disc: • On Windows® 7, click the Start > Computer, and double-click ...close it. 4. While the system is on the Computer screen, and click Eject. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 31 Removing an optical disc To remove an optical disc: 1.
... the disc tray. While your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on the Start screen's thumbnail. If AutoPlay is NOT enabled in your computer...the tray. 2. To open the Computer screen on Windows® 8.1, hover your system is on, do either of Windows® desktop then right-click on an optical disc: • On Windows® 7, click the Start > Computer, and double-click ...close it. 4. While the system is on the Computer screen, and click Eject. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 31 Removing an optical disc To remove an optical disc: 1.
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...the Start screen. When the pop-up menu appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings. For details, refer to your Desktop Mode screen. b) From the Control Panel, click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization. b) Right click anywhere on the confirmation message...anywhere on the Start screen. On Windows® 8.1: Do any of your monitor and your files, and click Get Started. ? ASUS M31AD and M51AD 39 Refer to your computer's system settings without affecting your HDTV. On Windows® 7: The Windows® System Restore feature ...
...the Start screen. When the pop-up menu appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings. For details, refer to your Desktop Mode screen. b) From the Control Panel, click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization. b) Right click anywhere on the confirmation message...anywhere on the Start screen. On Windows® 8.1: Do any of your monitor and your files, and click Get Started. ? ASUS M31AD and M51AD 39 Refer to your computer's system settings without affecting your HDTV. On Windows® 7: The Windows® System Restore feature ...
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... an electrical source and turned on. • Adjust your speakers' volume. • Ensure that your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on the Start Screen's thumbnail. To enable the system sounds, click from the menu. 40 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting On Windows® 7, click > Computer...
... an electrical source and turned on. • Adjust your speakers' volume. • Ensure that your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on the Start Screen's thumbnail. To enable the system sounds, click from the menu. 40 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting On Windows® 7, click > Computer...
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Action It is powering on. The fan runs on the computer. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. If the problem still persists, refer to your computer is too high. The fan slows down after turning on its default ... computer is not enough air ventilation for the computer. There is booting up. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com to clean the inner space of the chassis. • Contact the ASUS Service Center for the service center information. 44 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting The BIOS settings have been...
Action It is powering on. The fan runs on the computer. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. If the problem still persists, refer to your computer is too high. The fan slows down after turning on its default ... computer is not enough air ventilation for the computer. There is booting up. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com to clean the inner space of the chassis. • Contact the ASUS Service Center for the service center information. 44 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting The BIOS settings have been...
