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... computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. Front panel 2 3 4 1 7 8 10 12 5 6 9 11 13 ASUS CG8250 1-1 The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. The ASUS Essentio CG8250 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. Thank you for reference only. Getting...
... computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. Front panel 2 3 4 1 7 8 10 12 5 6 9 11 13 ASUS CG8250 1-1 The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. The ASUS Essentio CG8250 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. Thank you for reference only. Getting...
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... ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status OFF ORANGE GREEN Description 10Mbps connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ASUS CG8250 1-3 Switch to turn ON/OFF the power supply to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows® OS environment and after...
... ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status OFF ORANGE GREEN Description 10Mbps connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ASUS CG8250 1-3 Switch to turn ON/OFF the power supply to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows® OS environment and after...
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To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. Connect a monitor to a power source. ASUS CG8250 1-5 Setting up your computer. The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your monitor to your computer This section guides you through ...connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. Plug the monitor to a display output port on the...
To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. Connect a monitor to a power source. ASUS CG8250 1-5 Setting up your computer. The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your monitor to your computer This section guides you through ...connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. Plug the monitor to a display output port on the...
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Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to a power source. ASUS CG8250 1-7 Connecting the power cord Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer.
Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to a power source. ASUS CG8250 1-7 Connecting the power cord Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer.
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... without entering any information. To start using your language, then click Next. 3. Carefully read the license terms. Tick I accept the license terms and click Next. 7. ASUS CG8250 2-1 Wait for the first time: 1. Review your computer on. The system loads the new settings and restarts. Turn your date and time settings. Key in...
... without entering any information. To start using your language, then click Next. 3. Carefully read the license terms. Tick I accept the license terms and click Next. 7. ASUS CG8250 2-1 Wait for the first time: 1. Review your computer on. The system loads the new settings and restarts. Turn your date and time settings. Key in...
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... Start menu or taskbar. 3. From the taskbar, right-click the program that you want to remove from the jumplist, then select Unpin from this list. ASUS CG8250 2-3 From the jumplist, right-click the item that you want to remove from taskbar. From the Start menu, right-click the program that you want...
... Start menu or taskbar. 3. From the taskbar, right-click the program that you want to remove from the jumplist, then select Unpin from this list. ASUS CG8250 2-3 From the jumplist, right-click the item that you want to remove from taskbar. From the Start menu, right-click the program that you want...
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... your data. 3. From the toolbar, click the View icon . 4. Launch Windows Explorer. 2. Launch Windows Explorer. 2. Launch Windows Explorer. 2. Right-click anywhere on the View pane. 3. ASUS CG8250 2-5 Customizing the file/folder view To customize the file/folder view: 1. From the navigation pane, select the location of the drive or folder. Arranging your...
... your data. 3. From the toolbar, click the View icon . 4. Launch Windows Explorer. 2. Launch Windows Explorer. 2. Launch Windows Explorer. 2. Right-click anywhere on the View pane. 3. ASUS CG8250 2-5 Customizing the file/folder view To customize the file/folder view: 1. From the navigation pane, select the location of the drive or folder. Arranging your...
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... you want to automatically troubleshoot and fix some common computer problems. You may create user accounts and passwords for people who will use your computer. ASUS CG8250 2-7 Select Manage another account. 3. From the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon to the previous section Customizing icons and notifications in the name of...
... you want to automatically troubleshoot and fix some common computer problems. You may create user accounts and passwords for people who will use your computer. ASUS CG8250 2-7 Select Manage another account. 3. From the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon to the previous section Customizing icons and notifications in the name of...
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Click from your computer. Doing so may cause data loss or damage the USB storage device. Front panel To remove a USB storage device: 1. ASUS CG8250 3-1 Rear panel 2. 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. When the ...
Click from your computer. Doing so may cause data loss or damage the USB storage device. Front panel To remove a USB storage device: 1. ASUS CG8250 3-1 Rear panel 2. 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. When the ...
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..., only the monitor that is installed in Chapter 1 for details on the output ports of your main display, or as a duplicate of the graphics card. ASUS CG8250 3-5 Connect the two monitors to the monitors. Turn off your computer and connect the power cords to your computer. 2. The dual display function works only...
..., only the monitor that is installed in Chapter 1 for details on the output ports of your main display, or as a duplicate of the graphics card. ASUS CG8250 3-5 Connect the two monitors to the monitors. Turn off your computer and connect the power cords to your computer. 2. The dual display function works only...
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ASUS CG8250 3-7 The HDMI cable is purchased separately. • To get the best display performance, ensure that your computer. • You need an HDMI cable to the HDMI port of your HDMI cable is less than 15 meters. Connecting an HDTV Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to connect the HDTV and the computer.
ASUS CG8250 3-7 The HDMI cable is purchased separately. • To get the best display performance, ensure that your computer. • You need an HDMI cable to the HDMI port of your HDMI cable is less than 15 meters. Connecting an HDTV Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to connect the HDTV and the computer.
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...; Place the monitor directly in a comfortably-lit area, and keep it away from using and fully enjoying your wrists, hands, and other joints or muscles. ASUS CG8250 4-1 If necessary, use a wrist rest for support to relax the backs of glare such as windows and straight sunlight. • Take regular mini-breaks from...
...; Place the monitor directly in a comfortably-lit area, and keep it away from using and fully enjoying your wrists, hands, and other joints or muscles. ASUS CG8250 4-1 If necessary, use a wrist rest for support to relax the backs of glare such as windows and straight sunlight. • Take regular mini-breaks from...
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While your system is NOT enabled in your files. ASUS CG8250 4-3 Place the disc to close it . Removing an optical disc To remove an optical disc: 1. Select a program from the disc tray. Push the tray to ...
While your system is NOT enabled in your files. ASUS CG8250 4-3 Place the disc to close it . Removing an optical disc To remove an optical disc: 1. Select a program from the disc tray. Push the tray to ...
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... Plays or pauses playback in a media player. Switches profiles working with F1 ~ F10 keys. 12 56 34 8 7 • The special function keys work on /off. ASUS CG8250 4-5 Goes to the previous track in a media player. Increases the system volume. Visit the Razer website at www.razersupport.com to the next track in...'s mute mode on Windows® XP / Vista / 7 operating systems. • Install the keyboard driver before using. Stops playback in a media player. Decreases the system volume. ASUS-Razer Arctosa Gaming keyboard Keys 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
... Plays or pauses playback in a media player. Switches profiles working with F1 ~ F10 keys. 12 56 34 8 7 • The special function keys work on /off. ASUS CG8250 4-5 Goes to the previous track in a media player. Increases the system volume. Visit the Razer website at www.razersupport.com to the next track in...'s mute mode on Windows® XP / Vista / 7 operating systems. • Install the keyboard driver before using. Stops playback in a media player. Decreases the system volume. ASUS-Razer Arctosa Gaming keyboard Keys 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
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Turns the volume's mute mode on Windows® Vista / Windows® 7 operating systems. ASUS CG8250 4-7 Goes to the next track in a media player. The special function keys only work on /off. 3. Increases the system volume. 4. Description Decreases the system volume. 1 2 3 2. Goes to the previous track in a media player. 6. ASUS PRIMAX/KB2621 keyboard Keys 1. Plays or pauses playback in a media player. 4 5 6 5.
Turns the volume's mute mode on Windows® Vista / Windows® 7 operating systems. ASUS CG8250 4-7 Goes to the next track in a media player. The special function keys only work on /off. 3. Increases the system volume. 4. Description Decreases the system volume. 1 2 3 2. Goes to the previous track in a media player. 6. ASUS PRIMAX/KB2621 keyboard Keys 1. Plays or pauses playback in a media player. 4 5 6 5.
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... connect via a DSL/cable modem: 1. Refer to a DSL/cable modem or a local area network (LAN). Modem RJ-45 cable 3. Set up your DSL/cable modem. ASUS CG8250 5-1 Turn on the rear panel of your computer to the documentation that came with your computer. 4.
... connect via a DSL/cable modem: 1. Refer to a DSL/cable modem or a local area network (LAN). Modem RJ-45 cable 3. Set up your DSL/cable modem. ASUS CG8250 5-1 Turn on the rear panel of your computer to the documentation that came with your computer. 4.
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...AI Suite II To install AI Suite II: 1. The Drivers installation tab appears if Autorun is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. The AI Suite II icon appears in the package. Chapter 6 Using the ...DVD and Recovery DVD. For details, refer to Recovering your system in the optical drive. Click the icon to customize the interface settings ASUS CG8250 6-1 Click to select a utility Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to update the Click to show motherboard BIOS the system information...
...AI Suite II To install AI Suite II: 1. The Drivers installation tab appears if Autorun is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. The AI Suite II icon appears in the package. Chapter 6 Using the ...DVD and Recovery DVD. For details, refer to Recovering your system in the optical drive. Click the icon to customize the interface settings ASUS CG8250 6-1 Click to select a utility Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to update the Click to show motherboard BIOS the system information...
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... menu bar. Saves your configuration Loads your saved configuration Loads the default threshold values for each sensor Applies your computer is a utility that your changes ASUS CG8250 6-3 With this utility, you are assured that monitors the computer's vital components, and detects and alerts you to customize the time interval of any problem...
... menu bar. Saves your configuration Loads your saved configuration Loads the default threshold values for each sensor Applies your computer is a utility that your changes ASUS CG8250 6-3 With this utility, you are assured that monitors the computer's vital components, and detects and alerts you to customize the time interval of any problem...
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...65533;m���a�n� updated BIOS file, save , and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® OS. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you want to manage, save the current BIOS file or view the BIOS version information. Click Yes if you to...Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. When no new BIOS file from the BIOS server. 4. ASUS CG8250 6-5 Launching CPU Frequency The CPU Frequency panel �d�is �p��la�y��s�t�h�e��c�...
...65533;m���a�n� updated BIOS file, save , and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® OS. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you want to manage, save the current BIOS file or view the BIOS version information. Click Yes if you to...Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet: 1. When no new BIOS file from the BIOS server. 4. ASUS CG8250 6-5 Launching CPU Frequency The CPU Frequency panel �d�is �p��la�y��s�t�h�e��c�...