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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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...broken, do not shove any extra moisture with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops 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 dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT ... power cable from getting overheated. • DO NOT use the modem during a gas leak. • DO NOT place or drop objects on the Desktop PC to prevent the system from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • Seek professional assistance before cleaning. If you are not sure about...
...broken, do not shove any extra moisture with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops 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 dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT ... power cable from getting overheated. • DO NOT use the modem during a gas leak. • DO NOT place or drop objects on the Desktop PC to prevent the system from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • Seek professional assistance before cleaning. If you are not sure about...
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Actual product specifications may vary with different models. Package contents ASUS Essentio Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Installation Guide Power cord x1 Nero 9 burning software DVD / SDVD / RDVD (optional) Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 Antenna x2 (optional) • 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. Package contents ASUS Essentio Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Installation Guide Power cord x1 Nero 9 burning software DVD / SDVD / RDVD (optional) Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 Antenna x2 (optional) • 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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... provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CM6830 Desktop PC! Front panel 10 9 8 7 6 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS CM6830 10 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...
... provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CM6830 Desktop PC! Front panel 10 9 8 7 6 1 2 3 4 5 ASUS CM6830 10 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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Turn your computer OFF: 1. Close all running applications. 2. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. ASUS CM6830 17 Turning your computer OFF To turn your monitor ON. 3. Click to turn your computer ON: 1. Press the power button on /off your computer after setting up your computer. ENGLISH Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to shut down the operating system. Turning your computer ON To turn on your computer. Turn on the Windows® desktop. 3. Power button 4. Click on the power switch. 2.
Turn your computer OFF: 1. Close all running applications. 2. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. ASUS CM6830 17 Turning your computer OFF To turn your monitor ON. 3. Click to turn your computer ON: 1. Press the power button on /off your computer after setting up your computer. ENGLISH Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to shut down the operating system. Turning your computer ON To turn on your computer. Turn on the Windows® desktop. 3. Power button 4. Click on the power switch. 2.
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...the Start menu: 1. To use the Getting Started item: 1. Select the task that you to familiarize yourself with more information about Windows® 7. ASUS CM6830 19 For more details, refer to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on the Start menu contains information about some basic... the program. Using the Start menu The Start menu gives you want constantly displayed on your computer. 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.
...the Start menu: 1. To use the Getting Started item: 1. Select the task that you to familiarize yourself with more information about Windows® 7. ASUS CM6830 19 For more details, refer to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on the Start menu contains information about some basic... the program. Using the Start menu The Start menu gives you want constantly displayed on your computer. 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.
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ENGLISH Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 ports on your computer, then click Eject USB FlashDisk. 2. The USB ports allow you to the USB 3.0 ports at the rear panel. ... Safe to your computer. To remove a USB storage device: 1. Doing so may cause data loss or damage the USB storage device. Click from your computer. ASUS CM6830 26 DO NOT remove a USB storage device when data transfer is in progress. To connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to...
ENGLISH Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 ports on your computer, then click Eject USB FlashDisk. 2. The USB ports allow you to the USB 3.0 ports at the rear panel. ... Safe to your computer. To remove a USB storage device: 1. Doing so may cause data loss or damage the USB storage device. Click from your computer. ASUS CM6830 26 DO NOT remove a USB storage device when data transfer is in progress. To connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to...
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Connecting Headphone and Mic ENGLISH Connecting 2-channel Speakers ASUS CM6830 27 The audio I/O ports located on both the front and rear panels. Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on the rear panel allow you to connect 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers.
Connecting Headphone and Mic ENGLISH Connecting 2-channel Speakers ASUS CM6830 27 The audio I/O ports located on both the front and rear panels. Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on the rear panel allow you to connect 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers.
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You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of the graphics card. Connect the two monitors to your Windows desktop. The dual display function works only under Windows. 30 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer. For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is installed ... your main display, or as an extension to enlarge your computer and connect the power cords to your computer ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set to be the primary display has display during POST...
You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of the graphics card. Connect the two monitors to your Windows desktop. The dual display function works only under Windows. 30 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer. For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is installed ... your main display, or as an extension to enlarge your computer and connect the power cords to your computer ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set to be the primary display has display during POST...
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...ASUS CM6830 31 Turn on your main display. • Extend these displays: Select this option to use the additional monitor as a duplicate of the following to open the Screen Resolution setting screen: • Click > Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Display > Change display settings. • Right click anywhere on your desktop space. • Show desktop... Select this options to use the additional monitor as an extension display. This increases your Windows desktop. Then click Keep Changes on monitor 1 or monitor 2. • Remove this display: Select...
...ASUS CM6830 31 Turn on your main display. • Extend these displays: Select this option to use the additional monitor as a duplicate of the following to open the Screen Resolution setting screen: • Click > Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Display > Change display settings. • Right click anywhere on your desktop space. • Show desktop... Select this options to use the additional monitor as an extension display. This increases your Windows desktop. Then click Keep Changes on monitor 1 or monitor 2. • Remove this display: Select...
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... • Use your Desktop PC in front of you with your eye level so that the base of your spine is necessary to prevent strain to reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using your Desktop PC. ASUS CM6830 33 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. •...
... • Use your Desktop PC in front of you with your eye level so that the base of your spine is necessary to prevent strain to reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using your Desktop PC. ASUS CM6830 33 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. •...
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...menu. Follow the onscreen instructions to display the menu's contents. Launching AI Manager To launch the AI Manager from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Manager > AI Manager 1.xx.xx. Click any of the Main, My Favorites, Support or Information tab to complete the ... icon to keep the AI Manager on the desktop. Main The Main menu contains three utilities: AI Disk, AI Security, and AI Booting. ASUS CM6830 51 Right-click this icon to switch between full window and quick bar. ENGLISH ASUS AI Manager ASUS AI Manager is a utility which gives you ...
...menu. Follow the onscreen instructions to display the menu's contents. Launching AI Manager To launch the AI Manager from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Manager > AI Manager 1.xx.xx. Click any of the Main, My Favorites, Support or Information tab to complete the ... icon to keep the AI Manager on the desktop. Main The Main menu contains three utilities: AI Disk, AI Security, and AI Booting. ASUS CM6830 51 Right-click this icon to switch between full window and quick bar. ENGLISH ASUS AI Manager ASUS AI Manager is a utility which gives you ...
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.... System DVD Backup: This feature allows you to an authorized ASUS service center if you to restore the system to complete the recovery process. ASUS CM6830 55 DO NOT delete the partition named RECOVERY. Take your Desktop PC to make note of any customized configuration settings (such as.... Press during bootup. 2. Visit the ASUS website at the factory and cannot be restored if deleted. 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 PC at the factory. Using the Recovery...
.... System DVD Backup: This feature allows you to an authorized ASUS service center if you to restore the system to complete the recovery process. ASUS CM6830 55 DO NOT delete the partition named RECOVERY. Take your Desktop PC to make note of any customized configuration settings (such as.... Press during bootup. 2. Visit the ASUS website at the factory and cannot be restored if deleted. 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 PC at the factory. Using the Recovery...
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Restart the Desktop PC and press on bootup and select the optical drive (may lose important data because of setting up all your hard drive. Remove the external ... process. DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to do so, during the recovery process or else your Desktop PC. Your Desktop PC needs to be unusable. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. 56 Chapter 26: Using the utilities ENGLISH Using the Recovery DVD (on selected...
Restart the Desktop PC and press on bootup and select the optical drive (may lose important data because of setting up all your hard drive. Remove the external ... process. DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to do so, during the recovery process or else your Desktop PC. Your Desktop PC needs to be unusable. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. 56 Chapter 26: Using the utilities ENGLISH Using the Recovery DVD (on selected...
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Then click Keep Changes on your HDTV for the discs with your Windows desktop. Right-click , then click Eject from the Windows notification area, then click . • If it is muted, the volume icon is displayed as . Adjust the ... the resolution. 3. Click Apply or OK. My speakers produce no sound. • Ensure that your HDTV. To enable the system sounds, click from the menu. ASUS CM6830 59 The picture on the front panel or the rear panel. • Check if your speak is not muted, click and drag the slider to...
Then click Keep Changes on your HDTV for the discs with your Windows desktop. Right-click , then click Eject from the Windows notification area, then click . • If it is muted, the volume icon is displayed as . Adjust the ... the resolution. 3. Click Apply or OK. My speakers produce no sound. • Ensure that your HDTV. To enable the system sounds, click from the menu. ASUS CM6830 59 The picture on the front panel or the rear panel. • Check if your speak is not muted, click and drag the slider to...
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... your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Ensure that you know how to reinstall the motherboard, try to clean the inner space of the chassis. Possible Cause Your computer is normal. The fan runs on . Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for... air flow. • Update the BIOS. • If you are using a compatible or ASUS-recommended CPU fan. Update the BIOS to your computer is too high. If the problem still persists, refer to the latest version. ASUS CM6830 63 ENGLISH CPU Problem Too noisy right after entering the OS.
... your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Ensure that you know how to reinstall the motherboard, try to clean the inner space of the chassis. Possible Cause Your computer is normal. The fan runs on . Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for... air flow. • Update the BIOS. • If you are using a compatible or ASUS-recommended CPU fan. Update the BIOS to your computer is too high. If the problem still persists, refer to the latest version. ASUS CM6830 63 ENGLISH CPU Problem Too noisy right after entering the OS.