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... Computer Inc. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED 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...
... Computer Inc. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED 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...
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... Using the Windows UI 20 Working with Windows Apps 23 Other keyboard shortcuts 28 Turning your Desktop PC OFF 29 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 29 Entering the BIOS Setup 30 Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 31 Connecting microphone and speakers 32 Connecting multiple external displays 35 Connecting an HDTV 37 Chapter 4 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 39 Using the memory card reader 40 Using the optical drive 41 Using the keyboard (on selected models...
... Using the Windows UI 20 Working with Windows Apps 23 Other keyboard shortcuts 28 Turning your Desktop PC OFF 29 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 29 Entering the BIOS Setup 30 Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 31 Connecting microphone and speakers 32 Connecting multiple external displays 35 Connecting an HDTV 37 Chapter 4 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 39 Using the memory card reader 40 Using the optical drive 41 Using the keyboard (on selected models...
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.... Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from that to which the receiver is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. REACH Complying with manufacturer's instructions, may cause undesired operation. We believe in...installation. This equipment generates, uses and can be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components, as well as the packaging materials. and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause harmful interference to the graphics card is connected...
.... Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from that to which the receiver is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. REACH Complying with manufacturer's instructions, may cause undesired operation. We believe in...installation. This equipment generates, uses and can be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components, as well as the packaging materials. and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause harmful interference to the graphics card is connected...
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...Insert a Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card into this button to turn on your computer. ENGLISH USB 3.0 ports. Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card slot. Optical disk drive bay (empty). Headphone port (lime). Power button. Press this slot. This port connects to USB 3.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others . Optical disk drive bay. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to a microphone. Insert a Secure Digital™ / MultiMediaCard card into this slot. 12 Chapter 1: Getting started
...Insert a Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card into this button to turn on your computer. ENGLISH USB 3.0 ports. Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card slot. Optical disk drive bay (empty). Headphone port (lime). Power button. Press this slot. This port connects to USB 3.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others . Optical disk drive bay. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to a microphone. Insert a Secure Digital™ / MultiMediaCard card into this slot. 12 Chapter 1: Getting started
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... started Side Speaker Out port (gray). Rear Speaker Out port (black). These vents allow air ventilation. • DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows® operating system. • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to the rear speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration...
... started Side Speaker Out port (gray). Rear Speaker Out port (black). These vents allow air ventilation. • DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows® operating system. • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to the rear speakers in an 8-channel audio configuration...
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... 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 Graphics Card (on selected models only). This optional WLAN card allows your computer. ASUS CM1855 15 The display output ports on the chassis. DO NOT block the air vents on this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. ENGLISH PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port (purple). This port allows Gigabit connection to a wireless network.
... 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 Graphics Card (on selected models only). This optional WLAN card allows your computer. ASUS CM1855 15 The display output ports on the chassis. DO NOT block the air vents on this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. ENGLISH PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo port (purple). This port allows Gigabit connection to a wireless network.
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... hardware devices, such as the primary display device in Chapter 3 of this user manual for details. 16 Chapter 1: Getting started Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. • If your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your computer. The display output ports on selected models only) Connect your computer, refer to the display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. Plug...
... hardware devices, such as the primary display device in Chapter 3 of this user manual for details. 16 Chapter 1: Getting started Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. • If your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your computer. The display output ports on selected models only) Connect your computer, refer to the display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. Plug...
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... to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that run when you turn your Desktop PC back on your Desktop PC. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of software controlled diagnostic tests that requires further BIOS settings or update. We strongly recommend that are needed for at least four seconds to shut down your Desktop PC, then press the power button again to turn on the screen...
... to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that run when you turn your Desktop PC back on your Desktop PC. Do not change the BIOS settings only with the help of software controlled diagnostic tests that requires further BIOS settings or update. We strongly recommend that are needed for at least four seconds to shut down your Desktop PC, then press the power button again to turn on the screen...
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..., connect the monitors on how to connect a monitor to the monitors. The dual display function works only under Windows. You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of the graphics card. To set display modes. 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 an extension to enlarge your computer and connect the power cords to your computer. 2. Turn off...
..., connect the monitors on how to connect a monitor to the monitors. The dual display function works only under Windows. You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of the graphics card. To set display modes. 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 an extension to enlarge your computer and connect the power cords to your computer. 2. Turn off...
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... starts when you enter the Windows® operating system. Installing AI Suite II To install AI Suite II: 1. Click each button to select and launch a utility, to monitor the system, to update the motherboard BIOS, to display the system information, and to Recovering your system in this utility. The Drivers installation tab appears if Autorun is pre-installed on some models. ENGLISH Chapter 6 Using the utilities The Support DVD and Recovery DVD may use the Recovery Partition...
... starts when you enter the Windows® operating system. Installing AI Suite II To install AI Suite II: 1. Click each button to select and launch a utility, to monitor the system, to update the motherboard BIOS, to display the system information, and to Recovering your system in this utility. The Drivers installation tab appears if Autorun is pre-installed on some models. ENGLISH Chapter 6 Using the utilities The Support DVD and Recovery DVD may use the Recovery Partition...
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... system operating modes The items lighting up means power saving engine is activated Displays the amount of CO2 reduced *Shifts between the display of Total and Current CO2 reduced Displays the current CPU power Advanced settings for each mode Displays the system properties of each mode through configuring the settings such as CPU frequency, vCore Voltage, and Fan Control. When you click the Clear button . 52 Chapter 6: Using the utilities To launch...
... system operating modes The items lighting up means power saving engine is activated Displays the amount of CO2 reduced *Shifts between the display of Total and Current CO2 reduced Displays the current CPU power Advanced settings for each mode Displays the system properties of each mode through configuring the settings such as CPU frequency, vCore Voltage, and Fan Control. When you click the Clear button . 52 Chapter 6: Using the utilities To launch...
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...: • Change the current BIOS boot logo of your motherboard • Change the boot logo of the BIOS Setup chapter in the user manual. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from the Open window, click Open, and click Next. 3. Move the Resolution slider or click Auto Tune for the system to complete the process. 56 Chapter 6: Using the utilities Follow the onscreen instructions to my motherboard) Before using ASUS Update. 3. Locate the BIOS file from...
...: • Change the current BIOS boot logo of your motherboard • Change the boot logo of the BIOS Setup chapter in the user manual. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from the Open window, click Open, and click Next. 3. Move the Resolution slider or click Auto Tune for the system to complete the process. 56 Chapter 6: Using the utilities Follow the onscreen instructions to my motherboard) Before using ASUS Update. 3. Locate the BIOS file from...
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... to its factory default settings. Press during the process. Click Next. 5. Select Just remove my files. 7. Click Reset. Creating a USB recovery drive The USB storage device must have at least 256MB available space. Launch the Control Panel from a system image file You can create a USB recovery drive and use this option. Recovering from the All Apps screen. ENGLISH Recovering your system Resetting your PC The Reset your PC option restores your USB storage device will...
... to its factory default settings. Press during the process. Click Next. 5. Select Just remove my files. 7. Click Reset. Creating a USB recovery drive The USB storage device must have at least 256MB available space. Launch the Control Panel from a system image file You can create a USB recovery drive and use this option. Recovering from the All Apps screen. ENGLISH Recovering your system Resetting your PC The Reset your PC option restores your USB storage device will...
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I cannot connect to a wireless nestwork using the ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only)? • Ensure that you enter the correct network security key for the best wireless performance. ? Check if the Number Lock LED is off if you want to turn it on the keyboard, then click Start Task Manager. 2. ASUS CM1855 63 Press the Number Lock key to use the arrow keys on the number key pad. The arrow keys on the number key pad are...
I cannot connect to a wireless nestwork using the ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only)? • Ensure that you enter the correct network security key for the best wireless performance. ? Check if the Number Lock LED is off if you want to turn it on the keyboard, then click Start Task Manager. 2. ASUS CM1855 63 Press the Number Lock key to use the arrow keys on the number key pad. The arrow keys on the number key pad are...
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... monitors are correct. The Windows® System Restore feature allows you discover bent pins, replace the monitor video connector cable. • Check if your computer, Windows automatically installs a driver for more troubleshooting information. ? My computer cannot detect my USB storage device. • The first time you connect the monitors to the output port on the graphics card. • Check if the multiple displays settings are powered on the monitor video connector is broken or malfunctions. ? No display...
... monitors are correct. The Windows® System Restore feature allows you discover bent pins, replace the monitor video connector cable. • Check if your computer, Windows automatically installs a driver for more troubleshooting information. ? My computer cannot detect my USB storage device. • The first time you connect the monitors to the output port on the graphics card. • Check if the multiple displays settings are powered on the monitor video connector is broken or malfunctions. ? No display...
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... the disc is placed with the label side facing up menu appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings ? ASUS CM1855 65 To change the screen resolution: 1. b) From the Control Panel, click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization. From the Desktop Mode screen a) Launch the Desktop Mode from the menu. Right-click , then click Eject from the Start Screen. My speakers produce no sound. • Ensure that you connect your speakers to the Line out port...
... the disc is placed with the label side facing up menu appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings ? ASUS CM1855 65 To change the screen resolution: 1. b) From the Control Panel, click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization. From the Desktop Mode screen a) Launch the Desktop Mode from the menu. Right-click , then click Eject from the Start Screen. My speakers produce no sound. • Ensure that you connect your speakers to the Line out port...
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... front panel to ensure that the power cord is unplugged from the power outlet. Display Problem No display output after turning the computer on (Black screen) Possible Cause The signal cable is not connected to the discrete VGA port. ENGLISH Power Problem No power (The power indicator is off) Possible Cause Incorrect power voltage Your computer is not turned on your computer. Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another monitor. 66 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Signal cable problems...
... front panel to ensure that the power cord is unplugged from the power outlet. Display Problem No display output after turning the computer on (Black screen) Possible Cause The signal cable is not connected to the discrete VGA port. ENGLISH Power Problem No power (The power indicator is off) Possible Cause Incorrect power voltage Your computer is not turned on your computer. Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another monitor. 66 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Signal cable problems...
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... Audio Possible Cause Speaker or headphone is properly connected to the wrong port. Try using another LAN cable. If not, try another speaker or headphone. If it still does not work . Contact your computer. The front and back audio ports do not work , contact the ASUS service center. Try both the front and back audio ports. Reinstall the audio driver ASUS CM1855 67 Ensure that your computer. Close the anti-virus software...
... Audio Possible Cause Speaker or headphone is properly connected to the wrong port. Try using another LAN cable. If not, try another speaker or headphone. If it still does not work . Contact your computer. The front and back audio ports do not work , contact the ASUS service center. Try both the front and back audio ports. Reinstall the audio driver ASUS CM1855 67 Ensure that your computer. Close the anti-virus software...
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...;is not enough air ventilation for your computer to ASUS Service Center for servicing. Reinstall the OS and reinstall compatible softwares. 68 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Memory module problems There is �k� drive to an area with better air flow. ENGLISH System Problem System speed is too slow Possible Cause Too many programs are installed. • ��C�o�n�t�a�...
...;is not enough air ventilation for your computer to ASUS Service Center for servicing. Reinstall the OS and reinstall compatible softwares. 68 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Memory module problems There is �k� drive to an area with better air flow. ENGLISH System Problem System speed is too slow Possible Cause Too many programs are installed. • ��C�o�n�t�a�...
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... BIOS version The CPU fan has been replaced. The fan slows down after turning on . Restore the BIOS to its full speed when the computer is not enough air ventilation for the computer. Update the BIOS to download the latest BIOS versions. If the problem still persists, refer to clean the inner space of the chassis. • Contact the ASUS Service Center for the service center information. Visit the ASUS Support...
... BIOS version The CPU fan has been replaced. The fan slows down after turning on . Restore the BIOS to its full speed when the computer is not enough air ventilation for the computer. Update the BIOS to download the latest BIOS versions. If the problem still persists, refer to clean the inner space of the chassis. • Contact the ASUS Service Center for the service center information. Visit the ASUS Support...
