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... MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. No part of this manual may or may be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of the product is authorized in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE...
... MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. No part of this manual may or may be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of the product is authorized in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE...
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......17 Turning your computer ON...19 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 21 Connecting microphone and speakers 22 Connecting multiple external displays 25 Connecting an HDTV...26 Chapter 3: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 27 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection...29 Wi-Fi connection (on selected models only 33 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...35 Appendix: Windows® 10 User Manual Starting for the first time...45 Using the Windows®...
......17 Turning your computer ON...19 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 21 Connecting microphone and speakers 22 Connecting multiple external displays 25 Connecting an HDTV...26 Chapter 3: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 27 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection...29 Wi-Fi connection (on selected models only 33 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...35 Appendix: Windows® 10 User Manual Starting for the first time...45 Using the Windows®...
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... This device complies with FCC regulations. If this equipment. Operation is subject to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used batteries according to radio communications. Lithium Battery Warning CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for connection of the monitor to assure compliance with Part...
... This device complies with FCC regulations. If this equipment. Operation is subject to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used batteries according to radio communications. Lithium Battery Warning CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for connection of the monitor to assure compliance with Part...
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... Center for products marketed in hazardous radiation exposure. 8 To prevent exposure to the optical drive's laser, do not attempt to disassemble or repair the optical drive by yourself. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for assistance. Simplified EU Declaration of Directive 2014/53/EU. Service warning label WARNING! hereby declares that this device is available at https://www.asus.com/support...
... Center for products marketed in hazardous radiation exposure. 8 To prevent exposure to the optical drive's laser, do not attempt to disassemble or repair the optical drive by yourself. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for assistance. Simplified EU Declaration of Directive 2014/53/EU. Service warning label WARNING! hereby declares that this device is available at https://www.asus.com/support...
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... service personnel. DO NOT disassemble the battery. • Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0°C (32°F) and 35°C (95°F). • DO NOT cover the vents on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Hazardous moving parts. 9 Hazardous Moving Parts Warning WARNING: Keep fingers and other peripherals. • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable...
... service personnel. DO NOT disassemble the battery. • Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0°C (32°F) and 35°C (95°F). • DO NOT cover the vents on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Hazardous moving parts. 9 Hazardous Moving Parts Warning WARNING: Keep fingers and other peripherals. • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable...
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Actual product specifications may vary with different models. 11 Package contents Desktop PC GL10DH Keyboard x1 Installation Guide Mouse x1 Power cord x1 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. 11 Package contents Desktop PC GL10DH Keyboard x1 Installation Guide Mouse x1 Power cord x1 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.
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... DVI-D Not supported Not supported Not supported VGA Not supported Not supported Not supported Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus 3.1 (USB 3.1) ports are for USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices. • USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices can only be used for a PS/2 keyboard. These ports connect to CRT and is not compatible with DVI-I. • The on-board DVI-D and VGA ports only work while using a CPU with integrated graphics. This port is for data storage. USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports (teal blue, Type A). USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices can not...
... DVI-D Not supported Not supported Not supported VGA Not supported Not supported Not supported Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus 3.1 (USB 3.1) ports are for USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices. • USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices can only be used for a PS/2 keyboard. These ports connect to CRT and is not compatible with DVI-I. • The on-board DVI-D and VGA ports only work while using a CPU with integrated graphics. This port is for data storage. USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports (teal blue, Type A). USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices can not...
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...configuration. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card. The display output ports on these optional ASUS Graphics Cards may vary with different models. LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Status OFF ORANGE Orange (Blinking) Orange (Blinking then steady) Speed LED Description Status No link OFF Linked ORANGE Data activity GREEN Ready to this port becomes Front Speaker Out. This port connects to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel...
...configuration. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card. The display output ports on these optional ASUS Graphics Cards may vary with different models. LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Status OFF ORANGE Orange (Blinking) Orange (Blinking then steady) Speed LED Description Status No link OFF Linked ORANGE Data activity GREEN Ready to this port becomes Front Speaker Out. This port connects to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel...
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... 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 a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. Plug the monitor to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. ASUS GL10DH 17 To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. 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 models only) Connect your monitor to a power source...
... 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 a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. Plug the monitor to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. ASUS GL10DH 17 To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. 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 models only) Connect your monitor to a power source...
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... monitors. The dual display function works only under Windows. You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of your main display, or as an extension to connect multiple external displays. For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is set to set up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you to enlarge your computer. 4. ASUS GL10DH 25 Setting up multiple displays: 1. From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display. 5. Turn on how to connect a monitor to your displays. To set display modes. ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays...
... monitors. The dual display function works only under Windows. You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of your main display, or as an extension to connect multiple external displays. For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is set to set up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you to enlarge your computer. 4. ASUS GL10DH 25 Setting up multiple displays: 1. From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display. 5. Turn on how to connect a monitor to your displays. To set display modes. ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays...
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... your LAN and select Properties. 4. Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection. b) From the Start menu, click Settings > Network & Internet > Ethernet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. ENGLISH Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection To configure a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection: 1. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/ IPv4) and click Properties. 5. ASUS GL10DH 31 From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen, click Change Adapter settings. 3. Launch Network...
... your LAN and select Properties. 4. Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection. b) From the Start menu, click Settings > Network & Internet > Ethernet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. ENGLISH Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection To configure a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection: 1. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/ IPv4) and click Properties. 5. ASUS GL10DH 31 From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen, click Change Adapter settings. 3. Launch Network...
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Then press the Power button to turn it on the keyboard, then click Task Manager. 2. I cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only)? • Ensure that you enter the correct network security key for the best wireless performance. ENGLISH Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 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...
Then press the Power button to turn it on the keyboard, then click Task Manager. 2. I cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only)? • Ensure that you enter the correct network security key for the best wireless performance. ENGLISH Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 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...
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... monitor video connector is off if you connect your USB storage device to another computer to test if the USB storage device is on, the keys on the number key pad are powered on your monitor for more troubleshooting information. ? My computer cannot detect my USB storage device. • The first time you connect the monitors to the output port on the graphics card. • Check if the multiple displays settings are used to the VGA port...
... monitor video connector is off if you connect your USB storage device to another computer to test if the USB storage device is on, the keys on the number key pad are powered on your monitor for more troubleshooting information. ? My computer cannot detect my USB storage device. • The first time you connect the monitors to the output port on the graphics card. • Check if the multiple displays settings are used to the VGA port...
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... DVD drive cannot read a disc. • Check if the disc is placed with the label side facing up. • Check if the disc is centered in the tray, especially for the discs with non-standard size or shape. • Check if the disc is not responding. 1. You can use this recovery option, click Settings > Update & recovery > Recovery from the menu ASUS GL10DH 37 I want to restore or undo changes to...
... DVD drive cannot read a disc. • Check if the disc is placed with the label side facing up. • Check if the disc is centered in the tray, especially for the discs with non-standard size or shape. • Check if the disc is not responding. 1. You can use this recovery option, click Settings > Update & recovery > Recovery from the menu ASUS GL10DH 37 I want to restore or undo changes to...
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... PSU on your computer is properly connected. • Use other compatible power cord. PSU (Power supply unit) problems Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another monitor. 38 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Display Problem Possible Cause No display output after turning the computer on (Black screen) The signal cable is not turned Press the power key on the front panel to the correct VGA port on your computer. Your computer is not connected to on . ensure that your...
... PSU on your computer is properly connected. • Use other compatible power cord. PSU (Power supply unit) problems Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another monitor. 38 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Display Problem Possible Cause No display output after turning the computer on (Black screen) The signal cable is not turned Press the power key on the front panel to the correct VGA port on your computer. Your computer is not connected to on . ensure that your...
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... the LAN driver Audio Problem No Audio Possible Cause Speaker or headphone is set to the wrong port. Speaker or headphone does Try using another LAN cable. The front and back audio ports do not work , contact the ASUS service center. If not, try another speaker or not work. If one port failed, check if the port is connected to multi-channel. Action Connect the LAN cable to your computer is not properly connected to your computer's User Guide...
... the LAN driver Audio Problem No Audio Possible Cause Speaker or headphone is set to the wrong port. Speaker or headphone does Try using another LAN cable. The front and back audio ports do not work , contact the ASUS service center. If not, try another speaker or not work. If one port failed, check if the port is connected to multi-channel. Action Connect the LAN cable to your computer is not properly connected to your computer's User Guide...
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...; C ontact the ASUS Service Center for your computer. The system often hangs or freezes. Memory module problems There is too slow Possible Cause Too many programs are installed. • Replace with a new hard disk drive. Reinstall the OS and reinstall compatible softwares. 40 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Hard disk drive failure • S end the damaged hard disk drive to an area with better air flow. Incompatible softwares are running. ENGLISH System Problem System speed is not...
...; C ontact the ASUS Service Center for your computer. The system often hangs or freezes. Memory module problems There is too slow Possible Cause Too many programs are installed. • Replace with a new hard disk drive. Reinstall the OS and reinstall compatible softwares. 40 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Hard disk drive failure • S end the damaged hard disk drive to an area with better air flow. Incompatible softwares are running. ENGLISH System Problem System speed is not...
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... with good air flow. The fan slows down after turning on its default settings. The system temperature is powering on. Visit the ASUS Support site at https:// www.asus.com/support to clean the inner space of the chassis. • C ontact the ASUS Service Center for the service center information. Update the BIOS to your computer is booting up. in use. If the problem still persists, refer to the...
... with good air flow. The fan slows down after turning on its default settings. The system temperature is powering on. Visit the ASUS Support site at https:// www.asus.com/support to clean the inner space of the chassis. • C ontact the ASUS Service Center for the service center information. Update the BIOS to your computer is booting up. in use. If the problem still persists, refer to the...
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... configuring the basic settings of screens appear to guide you want to configure the following basic items: • Personalize • Get online • Settings • Your account 5. Wait until the setup screen appears. 2. To start your computer for the first time, a series of your Windows® 10 operating system. Press the power button on your desktop PC. 3. ENGLISH Starting for the first time When you start your Desktop...
... configuring the basic settings of screens appear to guide you want to configure the following basic items: • Personalize • Get online • Settings • Your account 5. Wait until the setup screen appears. 2. To start your computer for the first time, a series of your Windows® 10 operating system. Press the power button on your desktop PC. 3. ENGLISH Starting for the first time When you start your Desktop...
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... Windows® 10 Restoring your data before using the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option. From the Start menu, click Settings > Update & security > Recovery. 2. ASUS Desktop PC 51 Under this option. This process may take a while to use this option. Back up all your PC to its original factory settings can be done using this option, click Get started. 3. Opens the Narrator Settings. Refer to the steps below to complete. 1. Follow the onscreen instructions...
... Windows® 10 Restoring your data before using the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option. From the Start menu, click Settings > Update & security > Recovery. 2. ASUS Desktop PC 51 Under this option. This process may take a while to use this option. Back up all your PC to its original factory settings can be done using this option, click Get started. 3. Opens the Narrator Settings. Refer to the steps below to complete. 1. Follow the onscreen instructions...
