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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. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 11 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! Thank you for reference only. The ASUS Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC!
Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 11 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! Thank you for reference only. The ASUS Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC!
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...). Voltage selector. Use this connector. 2 . This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 4. PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for any DVI-I port. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 13 ENGLISH BM6AE(MD780) rear panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Rear USB 3.0 port 3 Rear USB 3.0 port 4 8 Rear USB 2.0 port 5 Rear USB 2.0 port 6 9 10 11 17 20 19 18...
...). Voltage selector. Use this connector. 2 . This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 4. PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for any DVI-I port. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 13 ENGLISH BM6AE(MD780) rear panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Rear USB 3.0 port 3 Rear USB 3.0 port 4 8 Rear USB 2.0 port 5 Rear USB 2.0 port 6 9 10 11 17 20 19 18...
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...;�ir��v�e�n�t�s�. ENGLISH 16. ��V�G��A�p��o�rt�. Serial port (optional). ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 15 Parallel Port (optional). Pad lock slot. Always provide proper ventilation for pointing devices or other devices. 19. DO NOT...
...;�ir��v�e�n�t�s�. ENGLISH 16. ��V�G��A�p��o�rt�. Serial port (optional). ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 15 Parallel Port (optional). Pad lock slot. Always provide proper ventilation for pointing devices or other devices. 19. DO NOT...
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... of HD DVD, Blu-Ray and other protected content. This port is for any DVI-I port. This port connects a display monitor or home-theater system. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 17 Plug the power cord to this switch to select the appropriate system input voltage according to the voltage supply...
... of HD DVD, Blu-Ray and other protected content. This port is for any DVI-I port. This port connects a display monitor or home-theater system. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 17 Plug the power cord to this switch to select the appropriate system input voltage according to the voltage supply...
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...;U��S�B��2�.0��p�o�r�t�s�. DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Pad lock slot. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 19 Kensington® lock slot. This port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other serial devices. Serial port (optional). This pad...
...;U��S�B��2�.0��p�o�r�t�s�. DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Pad lock slot. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 19 Kensington® lock slot. This port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other serial devices. Serial port (optional). This pad...
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...;��M��ic�r�o�p�h��o�n�e��p�o�r�t �(p��in�k�)�. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 21 These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for a PS/2 mouse. 2. PS...
...;��M��ic�r�o�p�h��o�n�e��p�o�r�t �(p��in�k�)�. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 21 These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 3.0 ports for faster and better performance for a PS/2 mouse. 2. PS...
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... VGA-compatible devices such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your computer. 2. Plug the monitor to the onboard display output port. BM6AE(MD780) ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 23 This port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other serial devices. This COM1 port is for pointing devices or...
... VGA-compatible devices such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your computer. 2. Plug the monitor to the onboard display output port. BM6AE(MD780) ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 23 This port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other serial devices. This COM1 port is for pointing devices or...
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BM6AE(MD780) ` BM1AE ` ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 25 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.
BM6AE(MD780) ` BM1AE ` ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 25 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.
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ENGLISH BM1AE BP1AE(SD780) ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 27
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... to set up the security settings for the first time: 1. Wait for the user name and computer name, then click Next. 5. Key in this chapter. 6. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 29 If you in uniques names for a few minutes until the Set Up Windows screen appears. 2. The system loads the...
... to set up the security settings for the first time: 1. Wait for the user name and computer name, then click Next. 5. Key in this chapter. 6. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 29 If you in uniques names for a few minutes until the Set Up Windows screen appears. 2. The system loads the...
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...; taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu. 2. From the taskbar, right-click the program that you want to remove from this list. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 31 ENGLISH Pinning items on the jumplists When you right-click an icon on the taskbar, a jumplist launches to provide...
...; taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu. 2. From the taskbar, right-click the program that you want to remove from this list. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 31 ENGLISH Pinning items on the jumplists When you right-click an icon on the taskbar, a jumplist launches to provide...
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... Explorer. 2. Select your files: 1. Sorting your files To sort your preferred arrangement type. Launch Windows Explorer. 2. Grouping your files To group your preferred sorting type. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 33 From the menu that appears, select Sort by, then select your files: 1. Launch Windows Explorer. 2. From the View menu...
... Explorer. 2. Select your files: 1. Sorting your files To sort your preferred arrangement type. Launch Windows Explorer. 2. Grouping your files To group your preferred sorting type. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 33 From the menu that appears, select Sort by, then select your files: 1. Launch Windows Explorer. 2. From the View menu...
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... as the user type. 6. From the Windows Update screen, click the task that you want to do . Select Manage another account. 3. Setting up a user account: 1. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 35 When done, click Create Account. ENGLISH Protecting your computer Using Windows® 7 Action Center Windows® 7 Action Center provides...
... as the user type. 6. From the Windows Update screen, click the task that you want to do . Select Manage another account. 3. Setting up a user account: 1. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 35 When done, click Create Account. ENGLISH Protecting your computer Using Windows® 7 Action Center Windows® 7 Action Center provides...
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Carefully read the license terms. Tick I accept the license terms for the first time: 1. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 37 Turn your computer on using Windows and click Accept. 3. Follow the next onscreen instructions to learn more about Windows...
Carefully read the license terms. Tick I accept the license terms for the first time: 1. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 37 Turn your computer on using Windows and click Accept. 3. Follow the next onscreen instructions to learn more about Windows...
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ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 39 Hotspots on a running app Hotspots on the Start screen Refer to launch programs and access the settings of your mouse. ENGLISH Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you to the next page for the Hotspots' functions. The functions in these hotspots can be activated using your Desktop PC.
ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 39 Hotspots on a running app Hotspots on the Start screen Refer to launch programs and access the settings of your mouse. ENGLISH Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you to the next page for the Hotspots' functions. The functions in these hotspots can be activated using your Desktop PC.
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Resizing apps Right-click the app to activate its settings bar then click Smaller. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 41 Unpinning apps To unpin an app from the Start screen using the following steps. • To move , resize, or ...
Resizing apps Right-click the app to activate its settings bar then click Smaller. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 41 Unpinning apps To unpin an app from the Start screen using the following steps. • To move , resize, or ...
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Charms bar The Charms bar is a toolbar that allow you to launch the Charms bar. • Move your screen. ENGLISH Launching the Charms bar Charms Bar When called out, the Charms bar initially appears as a set of your mouse pointer on the right side of white icons. Use your Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of the screen. • Press +�� It consists of several tools that can be triggered on the upper or lower right corner of your Desktop PC. The image above shows how the Charms bar ...
Charms bar The Charms bar is a toolbar that allow you to launch the Charms bar. • Move your screen. ENGLISH Launching the Charms bar Charms Bar When called out, the Charms bar initially appears as a set of your mouse pointer on the right side of white icons. Use your Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of the screen. • Press +�� It consists of several tools that can be triggered on the upper or lower right corner of your Desktop PC. The image above shows how the Charms bar ...
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... + . Using your keyboard • Launch an app then press + < . > to activate Snap onscreen. The first app would automatically be placed in the bigger display area. 3. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 45 Use your Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to activate the Snap bar. To switch between apps. Launch another app...
... + . Using your keyboard • Launch an app then press + < . > to activate Snap onscreen. The first app would automatically be placed in the bigger display area. 3. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 45 Use your Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to activate the Snap bar. To switch between apps. Launch another app...
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ENGLISH Launches the magnifier and zooms in your Desktop PC on Sleep mode, press the Power button once. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 47 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep To put your screen. Allows you to do a normal shutdown. • From the ...
ENGLISH Launches the magnifier and zooms in your Desktop PC on Sleep mode, press the Power button once. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 47 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep To put your screen. Allows you to do a normal shutdown. • From the ...
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ENGLISH Chapter 4 Connecting devices to your computer. Front panel BM6AE(MD780) BM1AE BP1AE(SD780) ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 49 The USB ports allow you to the Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS section in Chapter 5 of this ...
ENGLISH Chapter 4 Connecting devices to your computer. Front panel BM6AE(MD780) BM1AE BP1AE(SD780) ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780) 49 The USB ports allow you to the Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS section in Chapter 5 of this ...