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... 1-5 Turning your computer ON/OFF 1-8 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7 Starting for the first time 2-1 Using Windows® 7 desktop 2-2 Managing your files and folders 2-7 Restoring your system 2-10 Protecting your computer 2-11 Getting Windows® Help and Support 2-15 ...Connecting microphone and speakers 3-2 Connecting multiple external displays 3-5 Connecting an HDTV 3-7 Chapter 4: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 4-1 Using the memory card reader 4-2 Using the optical drive 4-3 Using the multimedia keyboard (on selected models only 4-4 Chapter ...
... 1-5 Turning your computer ON/OFF 1-8 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7 Starting for the first time 2-1 Using Windows® 7 desktop 2-2 Managing your files and folders 2-7 Restoring your system 2-10 Protecting your computer 2-11 Getting Windows® Help and Support 2-15 ...Connecting microphone and speakers 3-2 Connecting multiple external displays 3-5 Connecting an HDTV 3-7 Chapter 4: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 4-1 Using the memory card reader 4-2 Using the optical drive 4-3 Using the multimedia keyboard (on selected models only 4-4 Chapter ...
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... detergent and a few drops of the electrical outlet you are not sure about the voltage of warm water then remove any foreign objects into the Desktop PC. • DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. • DO NOT expose to the correct voltage in environments with ambient temperatures...or drop objects on top and do not try to fix it by yourself. Wipe the Desktop PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a dry cloth. • DO NOT place on the Desktop PC to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT disassemble the battery. • Use this product...
... detergent and a few drops of the electrical outlet you are not sure about the voltage of warm water then remove any foreign objects into the Desktop PC. • DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. • DO NOT expose to the correct voltage in environments with ambient temperatures...or drop objects on top and do not try to fix it by yourself. Wipe the Desktop PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a dry cloth. • DO NOT place on the Desktop PC to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT disassemble the battery. • Use this product...
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Package contents ASUS Essentio Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Installation Guide Power cord x1 Installation Guide x1 Mouse x1 Warranty card x1 Nero 9 burning software DVD x1 Antenna (optional) x2 • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only. ix Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
Package contents ASUS Essentio Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Installation Guide Power cord x1 Installation Guide x1 Mouse x1 Warranty card x1 Nero 9 burning software DVD x1 Antenna (optional) x2 • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only. ix Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
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... vary with different models. The ASUS Essentio CG1330 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. Thank you for reference only. Getting to view its corresponding description. 1-1 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CG1330 Desktop PC! Front panel 1 2 3 10 9 8 4 7 6 5 ASUS CG1330 Click the number to know your...
... vary with different models. The ASUS Essentio CG1330 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. Thank you for reference only. Getting to view its corresponding description. 1-1 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CG1330 Desktop PC! Front panel 1 2 3 10 9 8 4 7 6 5 ASUS CG1330 Click the number to know your...
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Turn your computer. Power button OFF ON 3. Click on /off your computer after setting up your computer. Turning your computer ON To turn your computer OFF: 1. Click to turn on the Windows® desktop. 3. Turning your computer OFF To turn your computer ON: 1. Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to shut down the operating system. 1-8 Chapter 1: Getting started Turn the power switch ON, then press the power button on your monitor ON. 2. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. Close all running applications. 2.
Turn your computer. Power button OFF ON 3. Click on /off your computer after setting up your computer. Turning your computer ON To turn your computer OFF: 1. Click to turn on the Windows® desktop. 3. Turning your computer OFF To turn your computer ON: 1. Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to shut down the operating system. 1-8 Chapter 1: Getting started Turn the power switch ON, then press the power button on your monitor ON. 2. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. Close all running applications. 2.
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Using Windows® 7 desktop Click the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more information about Windows® 7. It also provides you access to programs, utilities, and other useful ...
Using Windows® 7 desktop Click the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more information about Windows® 7. It also provides you access to programs, utilities, and other useful ...
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ASUS CG1330 3-1 The USB ports allow you to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 ports on your computer, then click Eject USB2.0 FlashDisk. Doing so may cause data loss or damage the USB storage device. Chapter 3 ...
ASUS CG1330 3-1 The USB ports allow you to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 ports on your computer, then click Eject USB2.0 FlashDisk. Doing so may cause data loss or damage the USB storage device. Chapter 3 ...
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Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on the rear panel allow you to your computer The audio I/O ports located on both the front and rear panels. Connecting Headphone and Mic Connecting 2-channel Speakers 3-2 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to connect 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers.
Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on the rear panel allow you to your computer The audio I/O ports located on both the front and rear panels. Connecting Headphone and Mic Connecting 2-channel Speakers 3-2 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to connect 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers.
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... display during POST. Refer to Setting up your computer section in your computer, connect the monitors on how to connect a monitor to your Windows desktop. ASUS CG1330 3-5 You can use the additional monitor as an extension to the monitors. Connect the two monitors to your computer and connect the power cords to...monitors, you to connect multiple external displays. Turn off your main display, or as a duplicate of the graphics card. Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set display modes.
... display during POST. Refer to Setting up your computer section in your computer, connect the monitors on how to connect a monitor to your Windows desktop. ASUS CG1330 3-5 You can use the additional monitor as an extension to the monitors. Connect the two monitors to your computer and connect the power cords to...monitors, you to connect multiple external displays. Turn off your main display, or as a duplicate of the graphics card. Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set display modes.
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...settings. 5. Then click Keep Changes on your computer 3. Turn on monitor 1 or monitor 2. • Remove this display: Select this option to show desktop only on your desktop space. • Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this option to use the additional monitor as a duplicate of the following to open the Screen Resolution setting screen... the selected display. 6. Select the display mode from the Multiple displays: drop-down list. • Duplicate these displays: Select this options to your Windows desktop. This increases your computer. 4. Click Apply or OK.
...settings. 5. Then click Keep Changes on your computer 3. Turn on monitor 1 or monitor 2. • Remove this display: Select this option to show desktop only on your desktop space. • Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this option to use the additional monitor as a duplicate of the following to open the Screen Resolution setting screen... the selected display. 6. Select the display mode from the Multiple displays: drop-down list. • Duplicate these displays: Select this options to your Windows desktop. This increases your computer. 4. Click Apply or OK.
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...such as windows and straight sunlight. • Take regular mini-breaks from using your Desktop PC. ASUS CG1330 4-1 This section provides you with tips on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC in front of you, and turn the top of the monitor screen even with ...reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC. Chapter 4 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC When using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper posture is firmly supported and angled slightly backward. • ...
...such as windows and straight sunlight. • Take regular mini-breaks from using your Desktop PC. ASUS CG1330 4-1 This section provides you with tips on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC in front of you, and turn the top of the monitor screen even with ...reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC. Chapter 4 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC When using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper posture is firmly supported and angled slightly backward. • ...
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... to frequently-used applications. Installing AI Manager To install AI Manager: 1. ASUS CG1330 6-1 Right-click this icon to switch between the quick bar and the main window, and to launch the AI Manager either from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Manager > AI Manager 1.xx.xx. If Autorun is enabled...
... to frequently-used applications. Installing AI Manager To install AI Manager: 1. ASUS CG1330 6-1 Right-click this icon to switch between the quick bar and the main window, and to launch the AI Manager either from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Manager > AI Manager 1.xx.xx. If Autorun is enabled...
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... on the Main menu icon to browse through the utilities in the main menu. AI Manager quick bar The AI Manager quick bar saves the desktop space and allows you to easily clear temporary IE files, IE cookies, IE URLs, IE history, or the Recycle Bin. Click the Close button ... Using the Utilities Exit button Switch to main Window Add to ToolBar Main Support My Favorites Information Click the Maximize/restore button to launch the ASUS utilities or display system information easily. Click the arrow on the right AI Disk AI Disk allows you to switch between full window and quick...
... on the Main menu icon to browse through the utilities in the main menu. AI Manager quick bar The AI Manager quick bar saves the desktop space and allows you to easily clear temporary IE files, IE cookies, IE URLs, IE history, or the Recycle Bin. Click the Close button ... Using the Utilities Exit button Switch to main Window Add to ToolBar Main Support My Favorites Information Click the Maximize/restore button to launch the ASUS utilities or display system information easily. Click the arrow on the right AI Disk AI Disk allows you to switch between full window and quick...
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...click Auto Select then click Next. The ASUS Update utility is capable of the updating process: Updating from the ASUS Update folder in the optical drive. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUS Update > ASUS Update to complete the updating process. ...6-10 Chapter 6: Using the Utilities Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Updating the BIOS ...
...click Auto Select then click Next. The ASUS Update utility is capable of the updating process: Updating from the ASUS Update folder in the optical drive. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUS Update > ASUS Update to complete the updating process. ...6-10 Chapter 6: Using the Utilities Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Updating the BIOS ...
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... your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as drive "C." Select and click Yes. 6-16 Chapter 6: Using the Utilities To recover your ASUS Desktop PC. When the ASUS logo appears, press to install a new system. Press Enter and then press any customized settings such as the boot device. Recover system to entire...
... your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as drive "C." Select and click Yes. 6-16 Chapter 6: Using the Utilities To recover your ASUS Desktop PC. When the ASUS logo appears, press to install a new system. Press Enter and then press any customized settings such as the boot device. Recover system to entire...
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... process. Wait until the Recovery CD/DVD window appears. 3. This recovery DVD is shown. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for ASUS Desktop PC only. When the ASUS logo appears, press F9 to complete the recovery process. 6. Follow the onscreen instructions to enter the System... files is for any updates. Turn on other computers. Tick I accept then click Next. 5. Quickly recover your ASUS Desktop PC. ASUS CG1330 6-17 After the system reboots, display resolution and system settings are restored to complete the process, and the system automatically restarts. 4....
... process. Wait until the Recovery CD/DVD window appears. 3. This recovery DVD is shown. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for ASUS Desktop PC only. When the ASUS logo appears, press F9 to complete the recovery process. 6. Follow the onscreen instructions to enter the System... files is for any updates. Turn on other computers. Tick I accept then click Next. 5. Quickly recover your ASUS Desktop PC. ASUS CG1330 6-17 After the system reboots, display resolution and system settings are restored to complete the process, and the system automatically restarts. 4....
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...side facing up menu appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings. 2. Adjust the resolution. To change the screen resolution: 1. ASUS CG1330 7-3 Adjust the screen resolution to the documentation came with non-standard size or shape. • Check if the disc is not muted, click... > Display > Change display settings. • Right click anywhere on the confirmation message. ? Do any of your monitor and your Windows desktop. My speakers produce no sound. • Ensure that you connect your speakers to the Line out port (lime) on the front panel or...
...side facing up menu appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings. 2. Adjust the resolution. To change the screen resolution: 1. ASUS CG1330 7-3 Adjust the screen resolution to the documentation came with non-standard size or shape. • Check if the disc is not muted, click... > Display > Change display settings. • Right click anywhere on the confirmation message. ? Do any of your monitor and your Windows desktop. My speakers produce no sound. • Ensure that you connect your speakers to the Line out port (lime) on the front panel or...