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... Connecting a USB storage device 21 Using the memory card reader 22 Connecting microphone and speakers 23 Chapter 3: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 27 Using the optical drive...28 Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS 29 Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS 30 Chapter... connection...31 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...33 Appendix Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual Using Windows® 7 Starting for the first time...43 Using Windows® 7 desktop...44 Managing your files and folders 46 3
... Connecting a USB storage device 21 Using the memory card reader 22 Connecting microphone and speakers 23 Chapter 3: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 27 Using the optical drive...28 Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS 29 Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS 30 Chapter... connection...31 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...33 Appendix Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual Using Windows® 7 Starting for the first time...43 Using Windows® 7 desktop...44 Managing your files and folders 46 3
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... Windows® 8.1 lock screen...51 Using the Windows® UI...52 Working with Windows® apps...55 Other keyboard shortcuts...60 Turning your Desktop PC OFF...61 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 61 Entering the BIOS Setup...62 Other Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 functions Removing a USB storage device 63 Configuring the...
... Windows® 8.1 lock screen...51 Using the Windows® UI...52 Working with Windows® apps...55 Other keyboard shortcuts...60 Turning your Desktop PC OFF...61 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 61 Entering the BIOS Setup...62 Other Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 functions Removing a USB storage device 63 Configuring the...
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...product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0˚C (32̊F) and 35˚C (95̊F). • DO NOT cover the vents on the Desktop PC to prevent the system from getting overheated. • DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or other body parts away from the electrical outlet...WARNING: Keep fingers and other peripherals. • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from any foreign objects into the Desktop PC. • DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. • DO NOT expose to fix it by qualified service personnel...
...product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0˚C (32̊F) and 35˚C (95̊F). • DO NOT cover the vents on the Desktop PC to prevent the system from getting overheated. • DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or other body parts away from the electrical outlet...WARNING: Keep fingers and other peripherals. • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from any foreign objects into the Desktop PC. • DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. • DO NOT expose to fix it by qualified service personnel...
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...local Technical Support Engineer. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task... information and for the contact information of the following symbols used in your Desktop PC: C:\Program Files(X86)\ASUS\eManual 9 NOTE: Tips and additional information to the ASUS website www.asus.com. Refer to help you MUST follow to the following folder in this...
...local Technical Support Engineer. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task... information and for the contact information of the following symbols used in your Desktop PC: C:\Program Files(X86)\ASUS\eManual 9 NOTE: Tips and additional information to the ASUS website www.asus.com. Refer to help you MUST follow to the following folder in this...
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Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Power adapter x1 Power cord x1 Recovery DVD x1 (Optional) Desktop stand x1 Support DVD x1 ASUS Desktop PC Quick Start Guide Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 Mouse pad x1 Antenna (optional) 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 adapter x1 Power cord x1 Recovery DVD x1 (Optional) Desktop stand x1 Support DVD x1 ASUS Desktop PC Quick Start Guide Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 Mouse pad x1 Antenna (optional) 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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The ASUS Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and usercentric utilities. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. 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. ASUS BT1AH 11 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! The ports, their locations and the chassis color vary with different models. Thank you for reference only.
The ASUS Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and usercentric utilities. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. 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. ASUS BT1AH 11 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! The ports, their locations and the chassis color vary with different models. Thank you for reference only.
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.... The 5.25 inch optical disk drive bay is for pointing devices or other serial devices. Insert a supported memory card into this button to secure the desktop PC using a standard pad lock. COM port (optional). Rear panel Pad lock slot. SD/SDHC/SDXC/MS/MS PRO/MS PRO HG/MSXC/MMC card... / CD-RW / DVD-RW devices. Optical disk drive eject button. Press this slot. This COM1 port is used to eject the optical disk drive tray. ASUS BT1AH 13 ENGLISH 5.25 inch slim type optical disk drive bay.
.... The 5.25 inch optical disk drive bay is for pointing devices or other serial devices. Insert a supported memory card into this button to secure the desktop PC using a standard pad lock. COM port (optional). Rear panel Pad lock slot. SD/SDHC/SDXC/MS/MS PRO/MS PRO HG/MSXC/MMC card... / CD-RW / DVD-RW devices. Optical disk drive eject button. Press this slot. This COM1 port is used to eject the optical disk drive tray. ASUS BT1AH 13 ENGLISH 5.25 inch slim type optical disk drive bay.
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... a parallel printer, a scanner or other audio sources. In a 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration, the function of the audio ports in a 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration. Refer to secure the desktop PC using a Kensington® compatible PC security cable. Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. ENGLISH VGA...
... a parallel printer, a scanner or other audio sources. In a 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration, the function of the audio ports in a 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration. Refer to secure the desktop PC using a Kensington® compatible PC security cable. Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. ENGLISH VGA...
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... DVI-I compatible device and is for your USB 3.0 devices. ENGLISH Power connector. Plug the power adapter to any DVI-I port. ASUS BT1AH 15 Replacing fan components should be attempted by qualified service personnel. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 3.0...mouse to this connector. This port is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-Ray and other protected content. Desktop should only be completely shutdown before servicing product. PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port (purple/green). Wireless antenna jack (Optional). Hazardous moving...
... DVI-I compatible device and is for your USB 3.0 devices. ENGLISH Power connector. Plug the power adapter to any DVI-I port. ASUS BT1AH 15 Replacing fan components should be attempted by qualified service personnel. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 3.0...mouse to this connector. This port is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-Ray and other protected content. Desktop should only be completely shutdown before servicing product. PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port (purple/green). Wireless antenna jack (Optional). Hazardous moving...
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Secure the desktop chassis in place on its side or vertically using the desktop stand. The desktop stand is positioned vertically without using the desktop stand. 16 Chapter 1: Getting started Overheating may occur if the desktop is designed to prevent the chassis from falling over and the vent holes from being blocked. ENGLISH Desktop stand The desktop can be positioned horizontally on the desktop stand using two screws. When positioning the desktop vertically, always use the included desktop stand.
Secure the desktop chassis in place on its side or vertically using the desktop stand. The desktop stand is positioned vertically without using the desktop stand. 16 Chapter 1: Getting started Overheating may occur if the desktop is designed to prevent the chassis from falling over and the vent holes from being blocked. ENGLISH Desktop stand The desktop can be positioned horizontally on the desktop stand using two screws. When positioning the desktop vertically, always use the included desktop stand.
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Connect the power cord to the desktop: 1. ENGLISH Connecting the power adapter To connect the power adapter and power cord to the power adapter. 2. Connect the power connector to the rear panel of your computer. • Use only the adapter that came with your package. Plug the power adapter into a 100V~240V power source. 3. Using other adapters may damage the device. • Power adapter specifications: • Input: 100-240VAC, 50~60Hz, 2.0A • Output: +19VDC, 6.32A 18 Chapter 1: Getting started
Connect the power cord to the desktop: 1. ENGLISH Connecting the power adapter To connect the power adapter and power cord to the power adapter. 2. Connect the power connector to the rear panel of your computer. • Use only the adapter that came with your package. Plug the power adapter into a 100V~240V power source. 3. Using other adapters may damage the device. • Power adapter specifications: • Input: 100-240VAC, 50~60Hz, 2.0A • Output: +19VDC, 6.32A 18 Chapter 1: Getting started
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Turning your computer ON To turn on/off your computer after setting up your computer. Turn your computer. Press the power button on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to turn your computer ON: 1. Power button 3. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. For details on your monitor ON. 2. ASUS BT1AH 19 ENGLISH Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual.
Turning your computer ON To turn on/off your computer after setting up your computer. Turn your computer. Press the power button on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to turn your computer ON: 1. Power button 3. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. For details on your monitor ON. 2. ASUS BT1AH 19 ENGLISH Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual.
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... to connect USB devices such as storage devices. You can be found in Chapter 3 of this manual. The USB ports allow you to your computer. ASUS BT1AH 21 To connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to the section Removing a USB storage device in the Windows® 7 / Windows®... rear USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports individually from the BIOS Setup. Front panel Rear panel For details, refer to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 and USB 3.0 ports on both the front and rear panels.
... to connect USB devices such as storage devices. You can be found in Chapter 3 of this manual. The USB ports allow you to your computer. ASUS BT1AH 21 To connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to the section Removing a USB storage device in the Windows® 7 / Windows®... rear USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports individually from the BIOS Setup. Front panel Rear panel For details, refer to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 and USB 3.0 ports on both the front and rear panels.
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..., and then remove the card. Insert the memory card into a slot to your mouse pointer over the lower left hand corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on the Start Screen thumbnail. From the pop-up menu, click File Explorer, and double-click the memory card to access its... and write to different memory card drives. Select a program from or written to access your mouse pointer over the lower-left corner of the Windows desktop, then right-click on the Start Screen's thumbnail. From the popup menu, click File Explorer to store digital picture or media files. To use ...
..., and then remove the card. Insert the memory card into a slot to your mouse pointer over the lower left hand corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on the Start Screen thumbnail. From the pop-up menu, click File Explorer, and double-click the memory card to access its... and write to different memory card drives. Select a program from or written to access your mouse pointer over the lower-left corner of the Windows desktop, then right-click on the Start Screen's thumbnail. From the popup menu, click File Explorer to store digital picture or media files. To use ...
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The audio I/O ports located on both the front and rear panels. Connecting Headphone and Mic Connecting 2.1-channel Speakers LINE OUT ASUS BT1AH 23 ENGLISH Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on the rear panel allow you 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. Connecting Headphone and Mic Connecting 2.1-channel Speakers LINE OUT ASUS BT1AH 23 ENGLISH Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on the rear panel allow you to connect 2.1-channel, 4.1-channel, 5.1-channel and 7.1-channel stereo speakers.
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... of your knees. • Adjust the back of your chair so that the base of your spine is necessary to prevent strain to your thighs. ASUS BT1AH 27 Eye level to the top of the monitor screen Foot rest 90˚ angles To maintain the proper posture: • Position your computer chair... approximately 90º angle when you , and turn the top of the monitor screen even with tips on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC in a comfortably-lit area, and keep it away from sources of glare such as windows and straight sunlight. • Take regular mini-breaks from...
... of your knees. • Adjust the back of your chair so that the base of your spine is necessary to prevent strain to your thighs. ASUS BT1AH 27 Eye level to the top of the monitor screen Foot rest 90˚ angles To maintain the proper posture: • Position your computer chair... approximately 90º angle when you , and turn the top of the monitor screen even with tips on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC in a comfortably-lit area, and keep it away from sources of glare such as windows and straight sunlight. • Take regular mini-breaks from...
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... and double-click the CD/DVD drive icon. • On Windows® 8.1, hover your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on , press the eject button to access your computer Select a program from the disc tray. 28 Chapter 3: Using your files. Place the... disc on the optical drive with the label side outward if the desktop is positioned vertically and the label side up if the desktop is on, do either of Windows® desktop then right-click on the Computer screen, and click Eject. Remove the disc from the AutoPlay...
... and double-click the CD/DVD drive icon. • On Windows® 8.1, hover your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on , press the eject button to access your computer Select a program from the disc tray. 28 Chapter 3: Using your files. Place the... disc on the optical drive with the label side outward if the desktop is positioned vertically and the label side up if the desktop is on, do either of Windows® desktop then right-click on the Computer screen, and click Eject. Remove the disc from the AutoPlay...
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...Click > Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Display > Change display settings. • Right click anywhere on your Windows desktop. To use Windows® 8.1 Refresh everything without affecting your computer's system settings without affecting my personal files or data. Then ...resolution. Adjust the screen resolution to my computer's system settings without affecting your HDTV. b) Right click anywhere on your Desktop Mode screen. ASUS BT1AH 35 When the pop-up menu appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings. Do any of the following ...
...Click > Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Display > Change display settings. • Right click anywhere on your Windows desktop. To use Windows® 8.1 Refresh everything without affecting your computer's system settings without affecting my personal files or data. Then ...resolution. Adjust the screen resolution to my computer's system settings without affecting your HDTV. b) Right click anywhere on your Desktop Mode screen. ASUS BT1AH 35 When the pop-up menu appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings. Do any of the following ...
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... as . The DVD drive eject button is scratched or damaged. ? On Windows® 8.1, hover your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on . • Adjust your speakers' volume. • Ensure that you connect your speakers to the Line out port (lime) on the front...
... as . The DVD drive eject button is scratched or damaged. ? On Windows® 8.1, hover your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on . • Adjust your speakers' volume. • Ensure that you connect your speakers to the Line out port (lime) on the front...
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The fan slows down after turning on the computer. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. The system temperature is normal. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for the service center information. 40 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting There is not enough .... Old BIOS version Action It is too high. • Update the BIOS. • If you are using a compatible or ASUS-recommended CPU fan. If the problem still persists, refer to its full speed when the computer is working ventilation for assistance. Update the ...
The fan slows down after turning on the computer. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. The system temperature is normal. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for the service center information. 40 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting There is not enough .... Old BIOS version Action It is too high. • Update the BIOS. • If you are using a compatible or ASUS-recommended CPU fan. If the problem still persists, refer to its full speed when the computer is working ventilation for assistance. Update the ...