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... FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT...owners' benefit, without the express written permission of the product is authorized in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR...
... FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT...owners' benefit, without the express written permission of the product is authorized in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR...
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English Contents Notices ...5 Safety information 7 Conventions used in this guide 8 Where to find more information 8 Package contents 9 Chapter 1: Getting started Welcome!...11 Getting to know your computer 11 Setting up your computer 15 Turning your computer ON/OFF 18 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7 Starting for the first time 19 Using Windows® 7 desktop 20 Managing your files and folders 22 Restoring your 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 ...
English Contents Notices ...5 Safety information 7 Conventions used in this guide 8 Where to find more information 8 Package contents 9 Chapter 1: Getting started Welcome!...11 Getting to know your computer 11 Setting up your computer 15 Turning your computer ON/OFF 18 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7 Starting for the first time 19 Using Windows® 7 desktop 20 Managing your files and folders 22 Restoring your 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 ...
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English Contents Chapter 6: Using the utilities ASUS AI Suite II 47 ASUS AI Manager 53 Nero 9 ...56 Recovering your system 57 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 59 ASUS contact information 66
English Contents Chapter 6: Using the utilities ASUS AI Suite II 47 ASUS AI Manager 53 Nero 9 ...56 Recovering your system 57 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 59 ASUS contact information 66
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...including interference that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Changes or modifications to this equipment. English Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from that to Part 15 of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances ... can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with FCC regulations. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for protecting our environment. Operation is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the ...
...including interference that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Changes or modifications to this equipment. English Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from that to Part 15 of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances ... can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with FCC regulations. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for protecting our environment. Operation is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the ...
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... be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used batteries according to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detail recycling information in different region. Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department...
... be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used batteries according to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detail recycling information in different region. Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department...
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Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. • DO NOT expose to fix it by yourself. DO NOT disassemble the battery. • Use this product in environments with a dry cloth. • DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Contact a qualified service technician or your area. English Safety information Disconnect the AC power and peripherals before using , contact your power supply is broken, do not shove any extra moisture with ambient temperatures between 0˚C (32̊F)and 35˚C (95̊F). • DO NOT cover the vents on top and do not try to...
Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. • DO NOT expose to fix it by yourself. DO NOT disassemble the battery. • Use this product in environments with a dry cloth. • DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Contact a qualified service technician or your area. English Safety information Disconnect the AC power and peripherals before using , contact your power supply is broken, do not shove any extra moisture with ambient temperatures between 0˚C (32̊F)and 35˚C (95̊F). • DO NOT cover the vents on top and do not try to...
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... you MUST follow to complete a task. Where to find more information Refer to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. NOTE: �T�ip��s�a��n�d��a�...;�p�le��te��a� task. Refer to complete a task. ASUS Local Technical Support Visit ASUS website at http://support.asus.com/contact for product and software updates. CAUTION: I �n��fo��...
... you MUST follow to complete a task. Where to find more information Refer to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. NOTE: �T�ip��s�a��n�d��a�...;�p�le��te��a� task. Refer to complete a task. ASUS Local Technical Support Visit ASUS website at http://support.asus.com/contact for product and software updates. CAUTION: I �n��fo��...
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Actual product specifications may vary with different models. English 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 Support DVD (optional) x1 Recovery DVD (optional) 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.
Actual product specifications may vary with different models. English 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 Support DVD (optional) x1 Recovery DVD (optional) 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.
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... PC. Thank you for reference only. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CM1740 Desktop PC! Front panel 5 6 7 12 3 4 ASUS CM1740 11 Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. The ports and their locations, and the chassis ...
... PC. Thank you for reference only. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CM1740 Desktop PC! Front panel 5 6 7 12 3 4 ASUS CM1740 11 Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. The ports and their locations, and the chassis ...
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Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card slot. Extreme Digital card slot. Rear panel 1 2 3 5 4 7 6 8 9 10 11 12 14 13 17 DVI HDMI 19 20 21 15 16 18 12 Chapter 1: Getting started These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to a microphone. 3. ���H�e�a�d�p�h�o�n�e��p�o�rt�. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. 4. ���O��p�t�ic�a�l��d�is �...
Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card slot. Extreme Digital card slot. Rear panel 1 2 3 5 4 7 6 8 9 10 11 12 14 13 17 DVI HDMI 19 20 21 15 16 18 12 Chapter 1: Getting started These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to a microphone. 3. ���H�e�a�d�p�h�o�n�e��p�o�rt�. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. 4. ���O��p�t�ic�a�l��d�is �...
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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 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. 7. ���H�D�M�...
... 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. 7. ���H�D�M�...
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...sources. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. 20. The display output ports on selected models only). Remove the expansion slot bracket...;le�c�t�e�d��m��o�d�e�l�s�o��n�ly��)�. ASUS WLAN Card (on this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 17. ��C��e�n�t�e�r/�S�...
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... Card (on selected models only) Connect your monitor to a power source. DVI HDMI DVI HDMI ASUS CM1740 15 Connect a monitor to your computer. 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 a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. To connect an external monitor using the...
... Card (on selected models only) Connect your monitor to a power source. DVI HDMI DVI HDMI ASUS CM1740 15 Connect a monitor to your computer. 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 a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. To connect an external monitor using the...
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... the onboard display output port. English Using the onboard display output ports Connect your monitor to a power source. • If your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in Chapter 3 of your computer. 2. Hence, connect your monitor to Connecting multiple external...
... the onboard display output port. English Using the onboard display output ports Connect your monitor to a power source. • If your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in Chapter 3 of your computer. 2. Hence, connect your monitor to Connecting multiple external...
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DVI HDMI 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. English Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to a power source. DVI HDMI ASUS CM1740 17
DVI HDMI 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. English Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to a power source. DVI HDMI ASUS CM1740 17
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Press the power button on your computer. English Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to shut down the operating system. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started Turn your computer OFF: 1. Power button 3. Click to turn on/off your computer after setting up your computer. Close all running applications. 2. Click on the Windows® desktop. 3. Turning your computer OFF To turn your computer ON: 1. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. Turning your computer ON To turn your monitor ON. 2.
Press the power button on your computer. English Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to shut down the operating system. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started Turn your computer OFF: 1. Power button 3. Click to turn on/off your computer after setting up your computer. Close all running applications. 2. Click on the Windows® desktop. 3. Turning your computer OFF To turn your computer ON: 1. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. Turning your computer ON To turn your monitor ON. 2.
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If you want to the section Setting up a password for your computer on. ASUS CM1740 19 Turn your account later, refer to set up a user account and password in this chapter. 6. Key in configuring the basic settings of your Windows...
If you want to the section Setting up a password for your computer on. ASUS CM1740 19 Turn your account later, refer to set up a user account and password in this chapter. 6. Key in configuring the basic settings of your Windows...
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It also provides you want to launch. You may pin programs that you want constantly displayed on your computer. Select Getting Started. To use the Getting Started item: 1. Select the task that you with using Windows® 7. Using the taskbar The taskbar allows you access to programs, utilities, and other useful items on the taskbar. Click the icon again to launch the Start menu. 2. Using the Start menu The Start menu gives you to launch and manage programs or items installed on the Start menu. You may pin programs that you want constantly displayed...
It also provides you want to launch. You may pin programs that you want constantly displayed on your computer. Select Getting Started. To use the Getting Started item: 1. Select the task that you with using Windows® 7. Using the taskbar The taskbar allows you access to programs, utilities, and other useful items on the taskbar. Click the icon again to launch the Start menu. 2. Using the Start menu The Start menu gives you to launch and manage programs or items installed on the Start menu. You may pin programs that you want constantly displayed...
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... on the Start menu or taskbar: 1. From the Start menu, right-click the program that you want to unpin, then select Remove from the jumplist: 1. ASUS CM1740 21 From the jumplist, right-click the item that you want to pin, then select Pin to this program from the taskbar: 1. From the jumplist...
... on the Start menu or taskbar: 1. From the Start menu, right-click the program that you want to unpin, then select Remove from the jumplist: 1. ASUS CM1740 21 From the jumplist, right-click the item that you want to pin, then select Pin to this program from the taskbar: 1. From the jumplist...
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English Using the notification area By default, the notification area shows these three icons: Action Center notification Click this icon to open it. From the notification area, click on the notification area. Click Customize. 3. Displaying an alert notification To display an alert notification: • Click the Notification icon , then click the message to display all the alert messages/notifications and launch the Windows® Action Center. to customize. Network connection This icon displays the connection status and signal strength of the wired or wireless network ...
English Using the notification area By default, the notification area shows these three icons: Action Center notification Click this icon to open it. From the notification area, click on the notification area. Click Customize. 3. Displaying an alert notification To display an alert notification: • Click the Notification icon , then click the message to display all the alert messages/notifications and launch the Windows® Action Center. to customize. Network connection This icon displays the connection status and signal strength of the wired or wireless network ...