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ASUS Desktop PC A31AD/F31AD/K31AD M12AD and M52AD User Guide A31AD/F31AD/K31AD M12AD M52AD
ASUS Desktop PC A31AD/F31AD/K31AD M12AD and M52AD User Guide A31AD/F31AD/K31AD M12AD M52AD
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... 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. Front panel M12AD ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 11 Thank you for reference only. The ports and their locations, and...
... 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. Front panel M12AD ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 11 Thank you for reference only. The ports and their locations, and...
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... to eject the optical disk drive tray. Headphone port. Power button. Optical disk drive eject button. Microphone port. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 13 This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Press this bay. A31AD/F31AD/K31AD ENGLISH USB 3.0 ports. Insert a supported memory card into this button to USB 3.0 ports for a faster...
... to eject the optical disk drive tray. Headphone port. Power button. Optical disk drive eject button. Microphone port. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 13 This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Press this bay. A31AD/F31AD/K31AD ENGLISH USB 3.0 ports. Insert a supported memory card into this button to USB 3.0 ports for a faster...
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...and 7.1-channel audio configuration. Expansion slot brackets. VGA port. In a 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration, the function of this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Gray Headset ... as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. Refer to a tape, CD, DVD player, or other protected content. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 15 Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card. This port connects to the side...
...and 7.1-channel audio configuration. Expansion slot brackets. VGA port. In a 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration, the function of this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Gray Headset ... as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. Refer to a tape, CD, DVD player, or other protected content. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 15 Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card. This port connects to the side...
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... external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 17 Plug the monitor to your computer. The display output ports on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. ENGLISH...
... external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 17 Plug the monitor to your computer. The display output ports on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. ENGLISH...
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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 A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 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 A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 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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... a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 and USB 3.0 ports on the front and rear panels. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 21 Front panel M12AD M52AD Rear panel A31AD/F31AD/K31AD M12AD / M52AD / A31AD / F31AD / K31AD For details, refer to connect USB devices such as storage devices. The USB ports allow you...
... a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 and USB 3.0 ports on the front and rear panels. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 21 Front panel M12AD M52AD Rear panel A31AD/F31AD/K31AD M12AD / M52AD / A31AD / F31AD / K31AD For details, refer to connect USB devices such as storage devices. The USB ports allow you...
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ENGLISH Connecting 5.1-channel Speakers Connecting 7.1-channel Speakers ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 25
ENGLISH Connecting 5.1-channel Speakers Connecting 7.1-channel Speakers ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 25
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Configure the Screen Resolution settings. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 27 For details, refer to be found in this manual. ENGLISH For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is set to the section Configuring the Screen Resolution settings in the Windows® 8.1 User Guide, which can be the primary display has display during POST. Turn on your computer. 4. The dual display function works only under Windows. 3.
Configure the Screen Resolution settings. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 27 For details, refer to be found in this manual. ENGLISH For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is set to the section Configuring the Screen Resolution settings in the Windows® 8.1 User Guide, which can be the primary display has display during POST. Turn on your computer. 4. The dual display function works only under Windows. 3.
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If necessary, use a wrist rest for support to reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using your Desktop PC. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 29 ENGLISH Chapter 3 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC When using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper ...
If necessary, use a wrist rest for support to reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using your Desktop PC. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 29 ENGLISH Chapter 3 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC When using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper ...
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... system is on, press the eject button below the drive bay cover. • Right-click the CD/DVD drive icon on the Start screen's thumbnail. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 31 Using the optical drive ENGLISH Inserting an optical disc To insert an optical disc: 1. Place the disc to the optical...
... system is on, press the eject button below the drive bay cover. • Right-click the CD/DVD drive icon on the Start screen's thumbnail. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 31 Using the optical drive ENGLISH Inserting an optical disc To insert an optical disc: 1. Place the disc to the optical...
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... in this manual. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. • Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in setting up your DSL/cable modem. 2. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 33 Connect one end of your computer. 4. Turn on the rear panel of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ...
... in this manual. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. • Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in setting up your DSL/cable modem. 2. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 33 Connect one end of your computer. 4. Turn on the rear panel of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ...
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...). Wireless AP Modem • To increase the range and sensitivity 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 external antennas are optional items... Windows® 8.1 User Guide, which can be found in this manual. To establish a wireless connection, you need to connect to the Internet through a wireless connection. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 35
...). Wireless AP Modem • To increase the range and sensitivity 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 external antennas are optional items... Windows® 8.1 User Guide, which can be found in this manual. To establish a wireless connection, you need to connect to the Internet through a wireless connection. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 35
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ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 37 My computer hangs. • Do the following based on the...1. Simultaneously press + + keys 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 is not responding, then click End Task. • If the keyboard ... 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 chassis for the wireless network you might encounter and...
ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 37 My computer hangs. • Do the following based on the...1. Simultaneously press + + keys 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 is not responding, then click End Task. • If the keyboard ... 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 chassis for the wireless network you might encounter and...
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... photos. b) From the Control Panel, click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization. When the pop-up menu appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 39 Adjust the screen resolution to Pinning an app on the Start screen. From the Desktop Mode screen a) Launch the Desktop...
... photos. b) From the Control Panel, click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization. When the pop-up menu appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 39 Adjust the screen resolution to Pinning an app on the Start screen. From the Desktop Mode screen a) Launch the Desktop...
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... power indicator is off) Possible Cause Incorrect power voltage Action • Set your computer's power voltage switch to on. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 41 PSU (Power supply unit) problems Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on your computer is turned on. Ensure that your computer. ensure that the...
... power indicator is off) Possible Cause Incorrect power voltage Action • Set your computer's power voltage switch to on. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 41 PSU (Power supply unit) problems Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on your computer is turned on. Ensure that your computer. ensure that the...
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...software to your computer. Hard disk drive failure • S end the damaged hard disk drive to ASUS Service Center for your computer to an area with a new hard disk drive. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 43 Driver problems Try both the front and back audio...Replace with compatible memory modules. • Remove the extra memory modules that you have installed, then try again. • C ontact the ASUS Service Center for viruses and repair your computer's User Guide for the correct port. • Disconnect and reconnect the speaker to scan for ...
...software to your computer. Hard disk drive failure • S end the damaged hard disk drive to ASUS Service Center for your computer to an area with a new hard disk drive. ASUS A31AD / F31AD / K31AD / M12AD / M52AD 43 Driver problems Try both the front and back audio...Replace with compatible memory modules. • Remove the extra memory modules that you have installed, then try again. • C ontact the ASUS Service Center for viruses and repair your computer's User Guide for the correct port. • Disconnect and reconnect the speaker to scan for ...