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... system settings 24 Protecting your computer 25 Getting Windows® Help and Support 26 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 27 Connecting microphone and speakers 28 Connecting multiple external displays 31 Connecting an HDTV 33 Chapter 4: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 35 Using the memory card reader 36 Using the optical drive 37 Using the multimedia keyboard (on selected models only 38 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection 43 Wireless connection (on selected models...
... system settings 24 Protecting your computer 25 Getting Windows® Help and Support 26 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 27 Connecting microphone and speakers 28 Connecting multiple external displays 31 Connecting an HDTV 33 Chapter 4: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 35 Using the memory card reader 36 Using the optical drive 37 Using the multimedia keyboard (on selected models only 38 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection 43 Wireless connection (on selected models...
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... B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the monitor to the graphics card is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a residential installation. The use of shielded cables for the detailed recycling information in accordance with FCC regulations. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for connection of the FCC Rules. English Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling...
... B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the monitor to the graphics card is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a residential installation. The use of shielded cables for the detailed recycling information in accordance with FCC regulations. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for connection of the FCC Rules. English Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling...
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...;B�2�.�0�p��o�rt�s�. Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card slot. Insert a Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card into this slot. Press this slot. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. 4. ���O��p�t�ic�a�l��d�is an optical disk drive in this button to ��n�.
...;B�2�.�0�p��o�rt�s�. Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card slot. Insert a Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card into this slot. Press this slot. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. 4. ���O��p�t�ic�a�l��d�is an optical disk drive in this button to ��n�.
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.../2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse. 5. ���U�S��B�2�.�0�p��o�rt�s�. LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Status Description OFF No link 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 CM1740 13 These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable...
.../2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse. 5. ���U�S��B�2�.�0�p��o�rt�s�. LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Status Description OFF No link 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 CM1740 13 These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable...
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This port connects to a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. In a 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration, the function of the audio ports in a 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. This optional WLAN card allows your computer to connect to the audio configuration table below for the function of this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. 20. Refer to a wireless network. 21. ��E��x�p�...
This port connects to a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. In a 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration, the function of the audio ports in a 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. This optional WLAN card allows your computer to connect to the audio configuration table below for the function of this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. 20. Refer to a wireless network. 21. ��E��x�p�...
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... Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your computer. Plug the monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. DVI HDMI DVI HDMI ASUS CM1740 15 To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. English Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your monitor to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. Connect a monitor...
... Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your computer. Plug the monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. DVI HDMI DVI HDMI ASUS CM1740 15 To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. English Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your monitor to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. Connect a monitor...
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Plug the monitor to a power source. • If your computer. 2. Connect a VGA monitor to the VGA port, or a DVI-D monitor to the DVI-D port, or an HDMI monitor to the HDMI port on the graphics card. • To connect multiple external monitors to your monitor to the onboard display output port. To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports: 1. Hence, connect your monitor to a display output port on the rear panel of your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary...
Plug the monitor to a power source. • If your computer. 2. Connect a VGA monitor to the VGA port, or a DVI-D monitor to the DVI-D port, or an HDMI monitor to the HDMI port on the graphics card. • To connect multiple external monitors to your monitor to the onboard display output port. To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports: 1. Hence, connect your monitor to a display output port on the rear panel of your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary...
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.... Wait for the first time: 1. Key in configuring the basic settings of screens appear to skip this step without entering any information. English Chapter 2 Using Windows® 7 Starting for the first time When you start your computer for the first time, a series of your Windows® 7 operating system. To start using your account later, refer to set up a user account and password in uniques names for your...
.... Wait for the first time: 1. Key in configuring the basic settings of screens appear to skip this step without entering any information. English Chapter 2 Using Windows® 7 Starting for the first time When you start your computer for the first time, a series of your Windows® 7 operating system. To start using your account later, refer to set up a user account and password in uniques names for your...
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... software Trend Micro Internet Security is pre-installed on your location. To activate Trend Micro Internet Security: 1. Ensure that you would like to set up a user's password: 1. When done, click Create password. Input your e-mail address and select your computer. Getting Windows® Help and Support Windows® Help and Support provides you are connected to the Internet to complete the activation. English Setting up a user's password To set a password. 2. Key...
... software Trend Micro Internet Security is pre-installed on your location. To activate Trend Micro Internet Security: 1. Ensure that you would like to set up a user's password: 1. When done, click Create password. Input your e-mail address and select your computer. Getting Windows® Help and Support Windows® Help and Support provides you are connected to the Internet to complete the activation. English Setting up a user's password To set a password. 2. Key...
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.... For some graphic cards, 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 CM1740 31 Setting up multiple displays: 1. You can use the additional monitor as an extension to enlarge your computer. 2. When a graphics card is set display modes. Turn off your Windows desktop. English Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows...
.... For some graphic cards, 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 CM1740 31 Setting up multiple displays: 1. You can use the additional monitor as an extension to enlarge your computer. 2. When a graphics card is set display modes. Turn off your Windows desktop. English Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows...
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... install AI Suite II: 1. Click to select a utility Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to show the system information Click to open the AI Suite II main menu bar. Click the icon to customize the interface settings ASUS CM1740 47 Place the support DVD in the Windows® notification area. English Chapter 6 Using the utilities The Support DVD and Recovery DVD may use the Recovery Partition...
... install AI Suite II: 1. Click to select a utility Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to show the system information Click to open the AI Suite II main menu bar. Click the icon to customize the interface settings ASUS CM1740 47 Place the support DVD in the Windows® notification area. English Chapter 6 Using the utilities The Support DVD and Recovery DVD may use the Recovery Partition...
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... image backup in DVD discs, which you to make note of any customized configuration settings (such as Outlook PST files) to USB storage devices or to the factory default settings. English Recovering your system Using the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition quickly restores your Desktop PC's software to its default settings. Take your Desktop PC at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. The Recovery Partition is a reserved space on your hard disk drive used to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your Desktop...
... image backup in DVD discs, which you to make note of any customized configuration settings (such as Outlook PST files) to USB storage devices or to the factory default settings. English Recovering your system Using the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition quickly restores your Desktop PC's software to its default settings. Take your Desktop PC at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. The Recovery Partition is a reserved space on your hard disk drive used to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your Desktop...
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Your Desktop PC needs to restore the image. 4. Select OK to start to be powered ON. 2. To use the Recovery DVD: 1. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive. Restoring will be labeled as instructed to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. 58 Chapter 6: Using the utilities English Using the Recovery DVD (on selected models) Prepare 1~3 blank writable DVDs as "CD/DVD") and press to create the Recovery DVD. According to Microsoft...
Your Desktop PC needs to restore the image. 4. Select OK to start to be powered ON. 2. To use the Recovery DVD: 1. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive. Restoring will be labeled as instructed to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. 58 Chapter 6: Using the utilities English Using the Recovery DVD (on selected models) Prepare 1~3 blank writable DVDs as "CD/DVD") and press to create the Recovery DVD. According to Microsoft...
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... you enter the correct network security key for the wireless network you want to connect to. • Connect the external antennas (optional) to use the arrow keys on . ? Press the Number Lock key to close the programs that are not working. My computer hangs. • Do the following to turn it on the number key pad. I cannot connect to turn the LED off . English Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter presents some problems you...
... you enter the correct network security key for the wireless network you want to connect to. • Connect the external antennas (optional) to use the arrow keys on . ? Press the Number Lock key to close the programs that are not working. My computer hangs. • Do the following to turn it on the number key pad. I cannot connect to turn the LED off . English Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter presents some problems you...
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... USB storage device is plugged to a power source properly. • Refer to the documentation that came with a discrete graphics card, ensure that you connect your monitor to a video output port on the discrete graphics card. • Check if any of the pins on the monitor video connector is installed on your computer, ensure that the both monitors are correct. For more troubleshooting information. ? English ? When using multiple monitors, only one monitor has display...
... USB storage device is plugged to a power source properly. • Refer to the documentation that came with a discrete graphics card, ensure that you connect your monitor to a video output port on the discrete graphics card. • Check if any of the pins on the monitor video connector is installed on your computer, ensure that the both monitors are correct. For more troubleshooting information. ? English ? When using multiple monitors, only one monitor has display...
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... open the Screen Resolution setting screen: • Click > Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Display > Change display settings. • Right click anywhere on . • Adjust your speakers' volume. • Ensure that your HDTV. English ? Adjust the screen resolution to a electrical source and turned on your HDTV. ASUS CM1740 61 Do any of your monitor and your Windows desktop. Click > Computer. 2. The picture on the confirmation message. ? To enable the system sounds...
... open the Screen Resolution setting screen: • Click > Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Display > Change display settings. • Right click anywhere on . • Adjust your speakers' volume. • Ensure that your HDTV. English ? Adjust the screen resolution to a electrical source and turned on your HDTV. ASUS CM1740 61 Do any of your monitor and your Windows desktop. Click > Computer. 2. The picture on the confirmation message. ? To enable the system sounds...
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... monitor. 62 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Signal cable problems Action • Connect the signal cable to the correct display port (onboard VGA or discrete VGA port). • If you are using a discrete VGA card, connect the signal cable to another PSU on . Display Problem No display output after turning the computer on the front panel to your computer. Press the power key on (Black screen) Possible Cause The signal cable is not properly connected. Try connecting to the discrete VGA port. PSU (Power supply...
... monitor. 62 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Signal cable problems Action • Connect the signal cable to the correct display port (onboard VGA or discrete VGA port). • If you are using a discrete VGA card, connect the signal cable to another PSU on . Display Problem No display output after turning the computer on the front panel to your computer. Press the power key on (Black screen) Possible Cause The signal cable is not properly connected. Try connecting to the discrete VGA port. PSU (Power supply...
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... using another LAN cable. Reinstall the audio driver ASUS CM1740 63 If not, try another speaker or headphone. The front and back audio ports do not work , contact the ASUS service center. Try both the front and back audio ports. Close the anti-virus software. Speaker or headphone does not work. English LAN Problem Possible Cause The LAN cable is properly connected to a router or hub. Network settings Problems caused by the anti-virus software Driver problems Action Connect the LAN cable to...
... using another LAN cable. Reinstall the audio driver ASUS CM1740 63 If not, try another speaker or headphone. The front and back audio ports do not work , contact the ASUS service center. Try both the front and back audio ports. Close the anti-virus software. Speaker or headphone does not work. English LAN Problem Possible Cause The LAN cable is properly connected to a router or hub. Network settings Problems caused by the anti-virus software Driver problems Action Connect the LAN cable to...
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... damaged hard disk drive to an area with compatible memory modules. • Remove the extra memory modules that you have installed, then try again. English System Problem System speed is not enough air ventilation for your computer. Computer virus attack Hard disk drive failure Memory module problems There is too slow The system often hangs or freezes. Move your computer to ASUS Service Center for servicing. • Replace with a new hard disk drive. • Replace...
... damaged hard disk drive to an area with compatible memory modules. • Remove the extra memory modules that you have installed, then try again. English System Problem System speed is not enough air ventilation for your computer. Computer virus attack Hard disk drive failure Memory module problems There is too slow The system often hangs or freezes. Move your computer to ASUS Service Center for servicing. • Replace with a new hard disk drive. • Replace...
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.... Update the BIOS to its full speed when the computer is powering on the computer. Computer is not enough air ventilation for the service center information. The fan runs on its default settings. Ensure that you know how to reinstall the motherboard, try to download the latest BIOS versions. Old BIOS version The CPU fan has been replaced. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for the computer. ASUS CM1740...
.... Update the BIOS to its full speed when the computer is powering on the computer. Computer is not enough air ventilation for the service center information. The fan runs on its default settings. Ensure that you know how to reinstall the motherboard, try to download the latest BIOS versions. Old BIOS version The CPU fan has been replaced. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for the computer. ASUS CM1740...