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...Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259 +886-2-2894-3447 +886-2-2890-7798 info@asus.com.tw www.asus.com.tw Technical Support Telephone Online support +86-21-38429911 support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA Telephone... +1-510-739-3777 Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Support fax Online support +1-812-282-2787 +1-812-284-0883 support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen,...
...Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259 +886-2-2894-3447 +886-2-2890-7798 info@asus.com.tw www.asus.com.tw Technical Support Telephone Online support +86-21-38429911 support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA Telephone... +1-510-739-3777 Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Support fax Online support +1-812-282-2787 +1-812-284-0883 support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen,...
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... the mouse 1-5 1.4 Connecting to other peripheral devices 1-5 Getting started 2.1 Installing an operating system 2-2 2.2 Powering your system 2-2 2.3 Support DVD information 2-3 2.3.1 Running the Support DVD 2-3 2.3.2 Drivers menu 2-4 2.3.3 Utilities menu 2-5 2.3.4 Make disk menu 2-6 2.3.5 Manual menu 2-6 2.3.6 ASUS contact information 2-7 2.3.7 Other information 2-7 2.4 ASUS AI Manager 2-9 2.4.1 Installing AI Manager 2-9 2.4.2 Launching AI Manager 2-9 2.4.3 AI Manager Quick Bar 2-9 2.4.4 Main 2-10 2.4.5 My favorites...
... the mouse 1-5 1.4 Connecting to other peripheral devices 1-5 Getting started 2.1 Installing an operating system 2-2 2.2 Powering your system 2-2 2.3 Support DVD information 2-3 2.3.1 Running the Support DVD 2-3 2.3.2 Drivers menu 2-4 2.3.3 Utilities menu 2-5 2.3.4 Make disk menu 2-6 2.3.5 Manual menu 2-6 2.3.6 ASUS contact information 2-7 2.3.7 Other information 2-7 2.4 ASUS AI Manager 2-9 2.4.1 Installing AI Manager 2-9 2.4.2 Launching AI Manager 2-9 2.4.3 AI Manager Quick Bar 2-9 2.4.4 Main 2-10 2.4.5 My favorites...
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... yourself. • Though the system casing is elaborately designed to use the Support DVD that you replace the battery with a correct type; About this guide is left unused for a long period of the ASUS Desktop PC. Chapter 2: Getting started This chapter helps you remove or replace ... • Warning: Ensure that comes with those sharp tips and edges. How this guide Audience This guide provides general information about the ASUS Desktop PC and instructions on how to protect users from scratches, be careful with the system package. otherwise, it is organized This guide...
... yourself. • Though the system casing is elaborately designed to use the Support DVD that you replace the battery with a correct type; About this guide is left unused for a long period of the ASUS Desktop PC. Chapter 2: Getting started This chapter helps you remove or replace ... • Warning: Ensure that comes with those sharp tips and edges. How this guide Audience This guide provides general information about the ASUS Desktop PC and instructions on how to protect users from scratches, be careful with the system package. otherwise, it is organized This guide...
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...is damaged or missing, contact your supplier for the following items. Standard items 1. LAN cable 4. Power strip 5. DVD • Support DVD x1 5. Optical disk drive (ODD) 2. Recovery DVD • Optional items are purchased separately. • Specifications depend on ...the desktop PC you purchased. Check with • ASUS Desktop x1 • Mouse x1 • Keyboard x1 2. Cables • Power cord x1 3. Optional items 1. System package contents Check...
...is damaged or missing, contact your supplier for the following items. Standard items 1. LAN cable 4. Power strip 5. DVD • Support DVD x1 5. Optical disk drive (ODD) 2. Recovery DVD • Optional items are purchased separately. • Specifications depend on ...the desktop PC you purchased. Check with • ASUS Desktop x1 • Mouse x1 • Keyboard x1 2. Cables • Power cord x1 3. Optional items 1. System package contents Check...
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Getting started Chapter 2 This chapter helps you to power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the Support DVD.
Getting started Chapter 2 This chapter helps you to power up the system and install drivers and utilities from the Support DVD.
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... when a window appears asking if you start the system for the first time, the system automatically detects the built-in the Support DVD. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to install the drivers that the OS works properly, install the drivers...graphics chips and attempts to your hardware. Power button Power button BM5668/MD600 BP5268/SD600 Power button BM5268 2-2 Power button BM5368 Chapter 2: Getting started 2.1 Installing an operating system This desktop PC supports Windows® XP / Vista / 7 operating systems (OS). Always install the latest OS ...
... when a window appears asking if you start the system for the first time, the system automatically detects the built-in the Support DVD. • Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to install the drivers that the OS works properly, install the drivers...graphics chips and attempts to your hardware. Power button Power button BM5668/MD600 BP5268/SD600 Power button BM5268 2-2 Power button BM5368 Chapter 2: Getting started 2.1 Installing an operating system This desktop PC supports Windows® XP / Vista / 7 operating systems (OS). Always install the latest OS ...
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Double-click ASSETUP.EXE to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. ASUS BM5668/MD600, BP5268/SD600, BM5268, BM5368 2-3 Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Click an icon to display Support DVD/ motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is enabled on your computer. The contents of the...
Double-click ASSETUP.EXE to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. ASUS BM5668/MD600, BP5268/SD600, BM5268, BM5368 2-3 Visit the ASUS website at any time without notice. Click an icon to display Support DVD/ motherboard information Click an item to install If Autorun is enabled on your computer. The contents of the...
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... Manager utilities. Microsoft DirectX 9.0c Installs the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c driver. ASUS Update Allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in your computer so you to install. Adobe Reader 9 Installs the Adobe Acrobat Reader that the system supports. DirectX® improves the multimedia features of your computer. Tap an item from... TV and movies, capturing videos, or playing games in a Windows environment. The Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c IS A multimedia technology that enhances computer graphics and sound. ASUS BM5668/MD600, BP5268/SD600, BM5268, BM5368 2-5
... Manager utilities. Microsoft DirectX 9.0c Installs the Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c driver. ASUS Update Allows you to update the motherboard BIOS in your computer so you to install. Adobe Reader 9 Installs the Adobe Acrobat Reader that the system supports. DirectX® improves the multimedia features of your computer. Tap an item from... TV and movies, capturing videos, or playing games in a Windows environment. The Microsoft® DirectX 9.0c IS A multimedia technology that enhances computer graphics and sound. ASUS BM5668/MD600, BP5268/SD600, BM5268, BM5368 2-5
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Click an icon to display the ASUS contact information. 2.3.7 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the motherboard. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the Support DVD. 2.3.6 ASUS contact information Click Contact to display the specified information. ASUS BM5668/MD600, BP5268/SD600, BM5268, BM5368 2-7
Click an icon to display the ASUS contact information. 2.3.7 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen give additional information on the motherboard and the contents of the motherboard. Motherboard Info Displays the general specifications of the Support DVD. 2.3.6 ASUS contact information Click Contact to display the specified information. ASUS BM5668/MD600, BP5268/SD600, BM5268, BM5368 2-7
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Filelist Displays the contents of the Support DVD and a brief description of each in graphical format. Browse this DVD Displays the Support DVD contents in text format. 2-8 Chapter 2: Getting started
Filelist Displays the contents of the Support DVD and a brief description of each in graphical format. Browse this DVD Displays the Support DVD contents in text format. 2-8 Chapter 2: Getting started
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Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS AI Manager. 3. To launch AI Manager from the Windows® desktop. Right-click this icon for more options. 2.4.3 AI Manager Quick Bar Click the Main, My favorites, Support, and Information icon from the Quick Bar to run the DVD... To install AI Manager on your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. Main Support My Favorites Information Close Maximize/Restore Minimize ASUS BM5668/MD600, BP5268/SD600, BM5268, BM5368 2-9
Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS AI Manager. 3. To launch AI Manager from the Windows® desktop. Right-click this icon for more options. 2.4.3 AI Manager Quick Bar Click the Main, My favorites, Support, and Information icon from the Quick Bar to run the DVD... To install AI Manager on your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. Main Support My Favorites Information Close Maximize/Restore Minimize ASUS BM5668/MD600, BP5268/SD600, BM5268, BM5368 2-9
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2.4.6 Support The Support menu displays links to the ASUS international website, online technical support website, online download support website, and contact information website. 2.4.7 Information The Information menu displays the general information of your system, motherboard, CPU, BIOS, memory, and other devices installed. ASUS BM5668/MD600, BP5268/SD600, BM5268, BM5368 2-15
2.4.6 Support The Support menu displays links to the ASUS international website, online technical support website, online download support website, and contact information website. 2.4.7 Information The Information menu displays the general information of your system, motherboard, CPU, BIOS, memory, and other devices installed. ASUS BM5668/MD600, BP5268/SD600, BM5268, BM5368 2-15
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Restart the system and press when the ASUS logo appears. Recovery system to entire HD This option deletes all partitions from the succeeding screen and click Next. 6. Check I accept from your hard disk ... settings for your system, press during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). 2.6 Recovery DVD The ASUS PC Recovery DVD assists you to keep other systems. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for ASUS Desktop PC only. Insert the Support DVD when prompted, then click OK. Adjust the screen to install a new system. The...
Restart the system and press when the ASUS logo appears. Recovery system to entire HD This option deletes all partitions from the succeeding screen and click Next. 6. Check I accept from your hard disk ... settings for your system, press during the Power-On Self-Test (POST). 2.6 Recovery DVD The ASUS PC Recovery DVD assists you to keep other systems. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for ASUS Desktop PC only. Insert the Support DVD when prompted, then click OK. Adjust the screen to install a new system. The...