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... 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 27 Connecting microphone and speakers 28 Connecting multiple external displays 31 Connecting an HDTV...
... 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 27 Connecting microphone and speakers 28 Connecting multiple external displays 31 Connecting an HDTV...
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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. Actual product specifications may vary with different models.
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..., and other useful items on your computer. The list of available tasks appears. 3. English Using Windows® 7 desktop Click the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more details, refer to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on this chapter. 20 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7 From...want to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on the Start menu contains information about Windows 7 through its Help and Support feature. Select Getting Started. It also provides you to familiarize yourself with more details, refer to launch.
..., and other useful items on your computer. The list of available tasks appears. 3. English Using Windows® 7 desktop Click the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more details, refer to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on this chapter. 20 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7 From...want to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on the Start menu contains information about Windows 7 through its Help and Support feature. Select Getting Started. It also provides you to familiarize yourself with more details, refer to launch.
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... Trend Micro Internet Security application. 2. Carefully read the license terms. Click Agree & Activate. 3. Getting Windows® Help and Support Windows® Help and Support provides you with guides and answers in using the applications in your computer. Select Create a password. 3. Key in a password ...third-party anti-virus software protecting your location. Click Next. 4. It is purchased separately. To launch Windows® Help and Support, click > Help and Support. Select the user that you would like to set up a user's password: 1. You have a 30-day trial period after...
... Trend Micro Internet Security application. 2. Carefully read the license terms. Click Agree & Activate. 3. Getting Windows® Help and Support Windows® Help and Support provides you with guides and answers in using the applications in your computer. Select Create a password. 3. Key in a password ...third-party anti-virus software protecting your location. Click Next. 4. It is purchased separately. To launch Windows® Help and Support, click > Help and Support. Select the user that you would like to set up a user's password: 1. You have a 30-day trial period after...
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... reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper posture is firmly supported and angled slightly backward. • Sit upright with your knees, elbows and hips at an approximately 90º angle when you , and turn the... monitor directly in a comfortably-lit area, and keep it away from sources of your chair to your wrists, hands, and other joints or muscles. ASUS CM1740 35 This section provides you with your eye level so that your knees are at or slightly above the keyboard to get a comfortable typing position...
... reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper posture is firmly supported and angled slightly backward. • Sit upright with your knees, elbows and hips at an approximately 90º angle when you , and turn the... monitor directly in a comfortably-lit area, and keep it away from sources of your chair to your wrists, hands, and other joints or muscles. ASUS CM1740 35 This section provides you with your eye level so that your knees are at or slightly above the keyboard to get a comfortable typing position...
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... installation tab appears if Autorun is an all-in the package. Click the icon to customize the interface settings ASUS CM1740 47 The AI Suite II icon appears in the optical drive. Place the support DVD in the Windows® notification area. Using AI Suite II AI Suite II automatically starts when you...
... installation tab appears if Autorun is an all-in the package. Click the icon to customize the interface settings ASUS CM1740 47 The AI Suite II icon appears in the optical drive. Place the support DVD in the Windows® notification area. Using AI Suite II AI Suite II automatically starts when you...
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... Manager > AI Manager 1.xx.xx. Exit button Switch to main Window Add to ToolBar Main Support My Favorites Information Click the Maximize/restore button to display the menu's contents. ASUS CM1740 53 Launching AI Manager To launch the AI Manager from the quick bar or taskbar. After launching... the application, the AI Manager icon appears in the support DVD. 2. Click the arrow on the Main menu icon...
... Manager > AI Manager 1.xx.xx. Exit button Switch to main Window Add to ToolBar Main Support My Favorites Information Click the Maximize/restore button to display the menu's contents. ASUS CM1740 53 Launching AI Manager To launch the AI Manager from the quick bar or taskbar. After launching... the application, the AI Manager icon appears in the support DVD. 2. Click the arrow on the Main menu icon...
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... Favorites. 2. ASUS CM1740 55 Right click on the Information window to launch, delete, or rename the selected application. Information Click the tab on the application icon to see the detailed information about your system, motherboard, CPU, BIOS, installed device(s), and memory. English To add an application: 1. Click Open on the Support window to...
... Favorites. 2. ASUS CM1740 55 Right click on the Information window to launch, delete, or rename the selected application. Information Click the tab on the application icon to see the detailed information about your system, motherboard, CPU, BIOS, installed device(s), and memory. English To add an application: 1. Click Open on the Support window to...
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... copy your Desktop PC at the factory. About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition is created at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Using the Recovery Partition: 1. Press to complete the recovery process. System...restore the system to its original working state. Follow the onscreen instructions to select Windows Setup [EMS Enabled]. 3. ASUS CM1740 57 DO NOT delete the partition named RECOVERY. The Recovery Partition is a reserved space on your hard disk ...restores your Desktop PC's software to its default settings. Select one of the support DVD. 4.
... copy your Desktop PC at the factory. About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition is created at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Using the Recovery Partition: 1. Press to complete the recovery process. System...restore the system to its original working state. Follow the onscreen instructions to select Windows Setup [EMS Enabled]. 3. ASUS CM1740 57 DO NOT delete the partition named RECOVERY. The Recovery Partition is a reserved space on your hard disk ...restores your Desktop PC's software to its default settings. Select one of the support DVD. 4.
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...noisy when in an area with good air flow. • Update the BIOS. • If you are using a compatible or ASUS-recommended CPU fan. There is normal. Action It is not enough air ventilation for the service center information. The fan slows down after turning...refer to clean the inner space of the chassis. The BIOS settings have been changed. ASUS CM1740 65 Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for the computer. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com to download the latest BIOS versions. English CPU Problem Too noisy right after entering ...
...noisy when in an area with good air flow. • Update the BIOS. • If you are using a compatible or ASUS-recommended CPU fan. There is normal. Action It is not enough air ventilation for the service center information. The fan slows down after turning...refer to clean the inner space of the chassis. The BIOS settings have been changed. ASUS CM1740 65 Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for the computer. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com to download the latest BIOS versions. English CPU Problem Too noisy right after entering ...
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...Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259 +886-2-2894-3447 +886-2-2890-7798 info@asus.com.tw www.asus.com.tw Technical Support Telephone Online support +86-21-38429911 support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA Telephone... +1-510-739-3777 Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Support fax Online support +1-812-282-2787 +1-812-284-0883 support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen,...
...Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259 +886-2-2894-3447 +886-2-2890-7798 info@asus.com.tw www.asus.com.tw Technical Support Telephone Online support +86-21-38429911 support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA Telephone... +1-510-739-3777 Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Support fax Online support +1-812-282-2787 +1-812-284-0883 support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen,...
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... 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 27 Connecting microphone and speakers 28 Connecting multiple external displays 31 Connecting an HDTV...
... 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 27 Connecting microphone and speakers 28 Connecting multiple external displays 31 Connecting an HDTV...
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...;s�e�l�f when trying to the ASUS website www.asus.com. ASUS Local Technical Support Visit ASUS website at http://support.asus.com/contact for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. DANGER/WARNING: ... properly, take note of the following sources for additional information and for the contact information of local Technical Support Engineer. NOTE: �T�ip��s�a��n�d��a�d�d�...
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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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.... Click the icon again to launch the Start menu. 2. English Using Windows® 7 desktop Click the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more information about Windows 7 through its Help and Support feature. Launching items from the Start menu To launch items from the taskbar: • From the Windows® taskbar, click...
.... Click the icon again to launch the Start menu. 2. English Using Windows® 7 desktop Click the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more information about Windows 7 through its Help and Support feature. Launching items from the Start menu To launch items from the taskbar: • From the Windows® taskbar, click...
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.... Click Agree & Activate. 3. Input your e-mail address and select your computer from virus. Select Create a password. 3. Click Next. 4. Getting Windows® Help and Support Windows® Help and Support provides you with guides and answers in using the applications in your computer. Key in Windows® 7 platform. Click Finish to set up... activation. When done, click Create password. It is purchased separately. You have a 30-day trial period after activating it . To launch Windows® Help and Support, click > Help and...
.... Click Agree & Activate. 3. Input your e-mail address and select your computer from virus. Select Create a password. 3. Click Next. 4. Getting Windows® Help and Support Windows® Help and Support provides you with guides and answers in using the applications in your computer. Key in Windows® 7 platform. Click Finish to set up... activation. When done, click Create password. It is purchased separately. You have a 30-day trial period after activating it . To launch Windows® Help and Support, click > Help and...
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ASUS CM1740 35 This section provides you with your eye level so that your eyes look slightly downward. • Keep the mouse close to the keyboard, and if necessary, use a wrist rest for support to your wrists, hands, and other joints or muscles. Eye level to the top of the monitor screen ... PC. English 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. • Sit upright with your knees, elbows and hips at an approximately 90º angle when you are at or...
ASUS CM1740 35 This section provides you with your eye level so that your eyes look slightly downward. • Keep the mouse close to the keyboard, and if necessary, use a wrist rest for support to your wrists, hands, and other joints or muscles. Eye level to the top of the monitor screen ... PC. English 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. • Sit upright with your knees, elbows and hips at an approximately 90º angle when you are at or...
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...the icon to customize the interface settings ASUS CM1740 47 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. Place the support DVD in this chapter. Using AI... Suite II AI Suite II automatically starts when you enter the Windows® operating system. ASUS AI Suite II ASUS AI Suite II is enabled. 2. You may not be included in ...
...the icon to customize the interface settings ASUS CM1740 47 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. Place the support DVD in this chapter. Using AI... Suite II AI Suite II automatically starts when you enter the Windows® operating system. ASUS AI Suite II ASUS AI Suite II is enabled. 2. You may not be included in ...
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...and allows you quick and easy access to frequently-used applications. Click any of the Main, My Favorites, Support or Information tab to quit the AI Manager. ASUS CM1740 53 Click the Minimize button to keep the AI Manager on the desktop. If Autorun is disabled, double-click...Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Manager > AI Manager 1.xx.xx. After launching the application, the AI Manager icon appears in the support DVD. 2. Exit button Switch to main Window Add to ToolBar Main Support My Favorites Information Click the Maximize/restore button to ...
...and allows you quick and easy access to frequently-used applications. Click any of the Main, My Favorites, Support or Information tab to quit the AI Manager. ASUS CM1740 53 Click the Minimize button to keep the AI Manager on the desktop. If Autorun is disabled, double-click...Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Manager > AI Manager 1.xx.xx. After launching the application, the AI Manager icon appears in the support DVD. 2. Exit button Switch to main Window Add to ToolBar Main Support My Favorites Information Click the Maximize/restore button to ...