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... stylish system casing. The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CM6870 Desktop PC! Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. The ASUS Essentio CM6870 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome!
... stylish system casing. The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CM6870 Desktop PC! Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. The ASUS Essentio CM6870 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome!
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... to the audio configuration table on the next page for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of this connector. ASUS CM6870 13 This port connects to a microphone. 11. ��L��in ��e��In��p��o�r�t �(�...
... to the audio configuration table on the next page for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of this connector. ASUS CM6870 13 This port connects to a microphone. 11. ��L��in ��e��In��p��o�r�t �(�...
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ASUS CM6870 15 Plug the monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. ENGLISH Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the...keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your monitor to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. Connect a monitor to a power source. Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your computer. To connect an external monitor using ...
ASUS CM6870 15 Plug the monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. ENGLISH Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the...keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your monitor to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. Connect a monitor to a power source. Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your computer. To connect an external monitor using ...
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ENGLISH Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer. ` Connect your computer and the other end to the USB 2.0 ports. ASUS CM6870 17 Connecting the power cord Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the rear panel of your USB keyboard and USB mouse to a power source.
ENGLISH Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer. ` Connect your computer and the other end to the USB 2.0 ports. ASUS CM6870 17 Connecting the power cord Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the rear panel of your USB keyboard and USB mouse to a power source.
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... set up the security settings for your computer. You may now start using your computer. Key in this step, select Ask me later. 8. Click Next. ASUS CM6870 19 Review your computer on. Turn your date and time settings.
... set up the security settings for your computer. You may now start using your computer. Key in this step, select Ask me later. 8. Click Next. ASUS CM6870 19 Review your computer on. Turn your date and time settings.
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... as favorite websites, often-visited folders or drives, or recently played media files. From the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon to the jumplist: 1. ASUS CM6870 21 To pin items to launch the Start menu. 2. From the jumplist, right-click the item that you want to pin on the Start menu...
... as favorite websites, often-visited folders or drives, or recently played media files. From the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon to the jumplist: 1. ASUS CM6870 21 To pin items to launch the Start menu. 2. From the jumplist, right-click the item that you want to pin on the Start menu...
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... to display the dropdown list. 3. Launch Windows Explorer. 2. From the navigation pane, select the location of your data. 3. Right-click anywhere on the View pane. 3. ASUS CM6870 23 From the navigation or view pane, browse for the location of the drive or folder. Launch Windows Explorer. 2. From the menu that you want...
... to display the dropdown list. 3. Launch Windows Explorer. 2. From the navigation pane, select the location of your data. 3. Right-click anywhere on the View pane. 3. ASUS CM6870 23 From the navigation or view pane, browse for the location of the drive or folder. Launch Windows Explorer. 2. From the menu that you want...
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... the Start icon to the previous section Customizing icons and notifications in the name of your computer. Select Manage another account. 3. Select Create a new account. 4. ASUS CM6870 25 Setting up a user account To set up a user account and password You may customize the notifications. Key in this chapter. Select All Programs > Windows...
... the Start icon to the previous section Customizing icons and notifications in the name of your computer. Select Manage another account. 3. Select Create a new account. 4. ASUS CM6870 25 Setting up a user account To set up a user account and password You may customize the notifications. Key in this chapter. Select All Programs > Windows...
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... allow you to Remove Hardware message pops up, remove the USB storage device from the Windows notification area on both the front and rear panels. ASUS CM6870 27 Click from your computer. When the Safe to connect USB devices such as storage devices. To remove a USB storage device: 1. Front panel Rear panel...
... allow you to Remove Hardware message pops up, remove the USB storage device from the Windows notification area on both the front and rear panels. ASUS CM6870 27 Click from your computer. When the Safe to connect USB devices such as storage devices. To remove a USB storage device: 1. Front panel Rear panel...
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ENGLISH Connecting 4-channel Speakers Connecting 6-channel Speakers ASUS CM6870 29
ENGLISH Connecting 4-channel Speakers Connecting 6-channel Speakers ASUS CM6870 29
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ASUS CM6870 31 You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of the graphics card. Refer to Setting up multiple displays: 1. The dual display function works only ...
ASUS CM6870 31 You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of the graphics card. Refer to Setting up multiple displays: 1. The dual display function works only ...
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ENGLISH Connecting an HDTV Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your HDMI cable is purchased separately. • To get the best display performance, ensure that your computer. • You need an HDMI cable to connect the HDTV and the computer. ASUS CM6870 33 The HDMI cable is less than 15 meters.
ENGLISH Connecting an HDTV Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your HDMI cable is purchased separately. • To get the best display performance, ensure that your computer. • You need an HDMI cable to connect the HDTV and the computer. ASUS CM6870 33 The HDMI cable is less than 15 meters.
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...; angle when you are slightly higher than your hips to reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using your Desktop PC. ASUS CM6870 35
...; angle when you are slightly higher than your hips to reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using your Desktop PC. ASUS CM6870 35
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... data on the taskbar, click Computer, and then double-click the CD/DVD drive icon to the optical drive with the label side facing up. 3. ASUS CM6870 37
... data on the taskbar, click Computer, and then double-click the CD/DVD drive icon to the optical drive with the label side facing up. 3. ASUS CM6870 37
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Description Turns the volume's mute mode on Windows® Vista / Windows® 7 / XP operating systems. ASUS CM6870 39 ENGLISH ASUS KB34211 modern wired keyboard 12 3 Hot keys 1. 2. 3. The special function keys only work on /off. Decreases the system volume. Increases the system volume.
Description Turns the volume's mute mode on Windows® Vista / Windows® 7 / XP operating systems. ASUS CM6870 39 ENGLISH ASUS KB34211 modern wired keyboard 12 3 Hot keys 1. 2. 3. The special function keys only work on /off. Decreases the system volume. Increases the system volume.
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... your Internet connection. Refer to a DSL/cable modem or a local area network (LAN). Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to a DSL/cable modem. ASUS CM6870 41 Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details or assistance in setting up your computer. 4. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. Modem RJ-45...
... your Internet connection. Refer to a DSL/cable modem or a local area network (LAN). Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to a DSL/cable modem. ASUS CM6870 41 Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details or assistance in setting up your computer. 4. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. Modem RJ-45...
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Wireless AP Modem • To increase the range and sensitivity of the wireless radio signal, connect the external antennas to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card. • Place the antennas on selected models only) Connect your computer for the best wireless performance. • The external antennas are optional items. ASUS CM6870 43 ENGLISH Wireless connection (on the top of your computer to the Internet through a wireless connection. To establish a wireless connection, you need to connect to a wireless access point (AP).
Wireless AP Modem • To increase the range and sensitivity of the wireless radio signal, connect the external antennas to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card. • Place the antennas on selected models only) Connect your computer for the best wireless performance. • The external antennas are optional items. ASUS CM6870 43 ENGLISH Wireless connection (on the top of your computer to the Internet through a wireless connection. To establish a wireless connection, you need to connect to a wireless access point (AP).
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ASUS CM6870 45 The connection status is established successfully. The wireless connection is displayed and the network icon displays the connected status. Wait while your computer is connecting to the wireless network. 5. ENGLISH 4.
ASUS CM6870 45 The connection status is established successfully. The wireless connection is displayed and the network icon displays the connected status. Wait while your computer is connecting to the wireless network. 5. ENGLISH 4.
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...frequency Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to show the system information Click to customize the settings of AI Suite II. ASUS AI Suite II ASUS AI Suite II is an all-in this utility. For models without an operating system, follow the steps below to install this... launch a utility, to monitor the system, to update the motherboard BIOS, to display the system information, and to customize the interface settings ASUS CM6870 47 The AI Suite II icon appears in the optical drive. Click the icon to complete the installation. Follow the onscreen instructions to open ...
...frequency Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to show the system information Click to customize the settings of AI Suite II. ASUS AI Suite II ASUS AI Suite II is an all-in this utility. For models without an operating system, follow the steps below to install this... launch a utility, to monitor the system, to update the motherboard BIOS, to display the system information, and to customize the interface settings ASUS CM6870 47 The AI Suite II icon appears in the optical drive. Click the icon to complete the installation. Follow the onscreen instructions to open ...
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... menu bar. Saves your configuration Loads your saved configuration Loads the default threshold values for each sensor Applies your computer is a utility that your changes ASUS CM6870 49
... menu bar. Saves your configuration Loads your saved configuration Loads the default threshold values for each sensor Applies your computer is a utility that your changes ASUS CM6870 49