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...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 ... 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...
...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 ... 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...
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...ambient temperatures between 0˚C (32̊F)and 35˚C (95̊F). • DO NOT cover the vents on the Desktop PC to dirty or dusty environments. Wipe the Desktop PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the electrical ...moisture. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. If 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 fix it by yourself. Seek servicing if...
...ambient temperatures between 0˚C (32̊F)and 35˚C (95̊F). • DO NOT cover the vents on the Desktop PC to dirty or dusty environments. Wipe the Desktop PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the electrical ...moisture. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. If 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 fix it by yourself. Seek servicing if...
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Actual product specifications may vary with different models. English Package contents ASUS Essentio Desktop PC C Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Power cord x1 Installation Guide Nero 9 burning software DVD x1 (optional) Support DVD (optional) x1 Recovery DVD (optional) x1 Installation Guide x1 Warranty card 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 C Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Power cord x1 Installation Guide Nero 9 burning software DVD x1 (optional) Support DVD (optional) x1 Recovery DVD (optional) x1 Installation Guide x1 Warranty card 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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..., and the chassis color vary with different models. Front panel 10 9 8 7 6 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS CM1831 11 Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. The ASUS Essentio CM1831 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. English...
..., and the chassis color vary with different models. Front panel 10 9 8 7 6 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS CM1831 11 Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. The ASUS Essentio CM1831 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. English...
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Press the power button on the power switch. 2. Turning your computer OFF To turn on the Windows® desktop. 3. Close all running applications. 2. Turn on your computer. Power button 4. Click to turn your computer OFF: 1. English Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to shut down the operating system. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started Wait until the operating system loads automatically. Turning your computer ON To turn your monitor ON. 3. Click on /off your computer after setting up your computer. Turn your computer ON: 1.
Press the power button on the power switch. 2. Turning your computer OFF To turn on the Windows® desktop. 3. Close all running applications. 2. Turn on your computer. Power button 4. Click to turn your computer OFF: 1. English Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to shut down the operating system. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started Wait until the operating system loads automatically. Turning your computer ON To turn your monitor ON. 3. Click on /off your computer after setting up your computer. Turn your computer ON: 1.
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... Windows® taskbar, click an icon to launch it. The list of available tasks appears. 3. To use the Getting Started item: 1. 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 the...
... Windows® taskbar, click an icon to launch it. The list of available tasks appears. 3. To use the Getting Started item: 1. 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 the...
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... your computer, then click Eject USB2.0 FlashDisk or Eject USB3.0 FlashDisk if you to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 ports on the front panel and USB 3.0 ports on your computer. When the Safe to Remove Hardware message ... allow you are using the USB 3.0 flash drive or USB 3.0 compatible devices. 2. Front panel Rear panel To remove a USB storage device: 1. ASUS CM1831 27 English Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer. To connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to connect USB devices such...
... your computer, then click Eject USB2.0 FlashDisk or Eject USB3.0 FlashDisk if you to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 ports on the front panel and USB 3.0 ports on your computer. When the Safe to Remove Hardware message ... allow you are using the USB 3.0 flash drive or USB 3.0 compatible devices. 2. Front panel Rear panel To remove a USB storage device: 1. ASUS CM1831 27 English Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer. To connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to connect USB devices such...
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Connecting Headphone and Mic English Connecting 2-channel Speakers 28 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 English Connecting 2-channel Speakers 28 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.
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... 1 for details on the output ports of your main display, or as an extension to your Windows desktop. Connect the two monitors to your computer. 2. English Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to connect multiple external displays. ASUS CM1831 31
... 1 for details on the output ports of your main display, or as an extension to your Windows desktop. Connect the two monitors to your computer. 2. English Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to connect multiple external displays. ASUS CM1831 31
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... additional monitor as an extension display. Click Apply or OK. Then click Keep Changes on your computer This increases your desktop space. • Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this option to show desktop only on your main display. • Extend these displays: Select this option to your computer. 4. Select the display mode from.... • Right click anywhere on monitor 1 or monitor 2. • Remove this display: Select this option to remove the selected display. 6. Do any of your Windows desktop. English 3.
... additional monitor as an extension display. Click Apply or OK. Then click Keep Changes on your computer This increases your desktop space. • Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this option to show desktop only on your main display. • Extend these displays: Select this option to your computer. 4. Select the display mode from.... • Right click anywhere on monitor 1 or monitor 2. • Remove this display: Select this option to remove the selected display. 6. Do any of your Windows desktop. English 3.
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ASUS CM1831 35 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 ...such as windows and straight sunlight. • Take regular mini-breaks from using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC. This section provides you with your eye level so that your eyes look slightly downward. ...from sources of the monitor screen even with tips on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC in front of you are at or slightly above the keyboard to get a comfortable typing position....
ASUS CM1831 35 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 ...such as windows and straight sunlight. • Take regular mini-breaks from using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC. This section provides you with your eye level so that your eyes look slightly downward. ...from sources of the monitor screen even with tips on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC in front of you are at or slightly above the keyboard to get a comfortable typing position....
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... Window Add to launch the AI Manager either from the ASUS AI Manager folder in this icon to switch between the quick bar and the main window, and to ToolBar Main Support My Favorites Information ASUS CM1831 47 If Autorun is a utility which gives you to launch... the ASUS utilities or display system information easily. Right-click this chapter. Launching AI Manager To launch the AI Manager from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Manager > AI...
... Window Add to launch the AI Manager either from the ASUS AI Manager folder in this icon to switch between the quick bar and the main window, and to ToolBar Main Support My Favorites Information ASUS CM1831 47 If Autorun is a utility which gives you to launch... the ASUS utilities or display system information easily. Right-click this chapter. Launching AI Manager To launch the AI Manager from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Manager > AI...
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...from the Internet, then click Next. Select Update BIOS from a BIOS file a. The Drivers menu appears. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to complete the updating process. 54 Chapter 26: Using the utilities Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the...either through the Internet. Updating from a file, then click Next. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUS Update > ASUS Update to complete the installation. b. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Always update the utility to avail all Windows® applications before you update ...
...from the Internet, then click Next. Select Update BIOS from a BIOS file a. The Drivers menu appears. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to complete the updating process. 54 Chapter 26: Using the utilities Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the...either through the Internet. Updating from a file, then click Next. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUS Update > ASUS Update to complete the installation. b. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Always update the utility to avail all Windows® applications before you update ...
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...taskbar. • The Ai Charger icon ( ) shows if an Apple device is connected on your ASUS computer's USB 2.0 / USB 3.0 port. • There is no BIOS, hardware, or chipset requirements... your notebooks, smartphones or tablets wherever there is properly installed in the support DVD. ASUS Webstorage ASUS Webstorage is designed to help you plug your computer's USB port. • Your ...There is the USB 2.0 maximum charging rate. Launching Webstorage To launch the WebStorage from the ASUS WebStorage folder in the Software folder in it. • The current Apple devices only support...
...taskbar. • The Ai Charger icon ( ) shows if an Apple device is connected on your ASUS computer's USB 2.0 / USB 3.0 port. • There is no BIOS, hardware, or chipset requirements... your notebooks, smartphones or tablets wherever there is properly installed in the support DVD. ASUS Webstorage ASUS Webstorage is designed to help you plug your computer's USB port. • Your ...There is the USB 2.0 maximum charging rate. Launching Webstorage To launch the WebStorage from the ASUS WebStorage folder in the Software folder in it. • The current Apple devices only support...
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...Backup: This feature allows you to burn the system image backup in DVD discs, which you have problems with the recovery process. Take your Desktop PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you can use later to restore the system to its original working state. Visit the...the system to make note of the following recovery options. Before using the Recovery Partition, 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. 60 Chapter 26: Using the utilities Press to complete the ...
...Backup: This feature allows you to burn the system image backup in DVD discs, which you have problems with the recovery process. Take your Desktop PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you can use later to restore the system to its original working state. Visit the...the system to make note of the following recovery options. Before using the Recovery Partition, 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. 60 Chapter 26: Using the utilities Press to complete the ...
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... recovery. 5. Ensure to back up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Your Desktop PC needs to complete the recovery process. Follow the onscreen instructions to be powered ON. 2. ASUS CM1831 61 According to Microsoft, you may be unusable. To use the Recovery DVD: 1. Select OK to start...
... recovery. 5. Ensure to back up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. Your Desktop PC needs to complete the recovery process. Follow the onscreen instructions to be powered ON. 2. ASUS CM1831 61 According to Microsoft, you may be unusable. To use the Recovery DVD: 1. Select OK to start...
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Do any of your monitor and your HDTV. My speakers produce no sound. • Ensure that your Windows desktop. To enable the system sounds, click from the menu. The DVD drive cannot read a disc. • Check if the disc is scratched or damaged.... Display > Change display settings. • Right click anywhere on your computer's system sounds are not Muted. • If it is not respond. 1. Click > Computer. 2. ASUS CM1831 65 Adjust the screen resolution to test if the speakers arer working properly. ? English ? The picture on the front panel or the rear panel. •...
Do any of your monitor and your HDTV. My speakers produce no sound. • Ensure that your Windows desktop. To enable the system sounds, click from the menu. The DVD drive cannot read a disc. • Check if the disc is scratched or damaged.... Display > Change display settings. • Right click anywhere on your computer's system sounds are not Muted. • If it is not respond. 1. Click > Computer. 2. ASUS CM1831 65 Adjust the screen resolution to test if the speakers arer working properly. ? English ? The picture on the front panel or the rear panel. •...
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...not enough air ventilation for the service center information. Restore the BIOS to clean the inner space of the chassis. ASUS CM1831 69 Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Computer is too 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 powering on the computer. If the problem...
...not enough air ventilation for the service center information. Restore the BIOS to clean the inner space of the chassis. ASUS CM1831 69 Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Computer is too 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 powering on the computer. If the problem...