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... Connecting devices 12 Connecting the AC power adapter 13 Pressing the power button to turn on the system 13 Using your Desktop PC 14 Using the optical drive 14 Inserting a disc 14 Ejecting a disc 14 Configuring audio setup 15 Speaker configurations 15 Connecting to speakers 16 Configuring audio ... Media Center remote (optional 18 Wireless network connection (optional 20 Bluetooth connection (optional 21 Recovering your system 23 Using the recovery DVD 23 Troubleshooting 25 ASUS Desktop PC
... Connecting devices 12 Connecting the AC power adapter 13 Pressing the power button to turn on the system 13 Using your Desktop PC 14 Using the optical drive 14 Inserting a disc 14 Ejecting a disc 14 Configuring audio setup 15 Speaker configurations 15 Connecting to speakers 16 Configuring audio ... Media Center remote (optional 18 Wireless network connection (optional 20 Bluetooth connection (optional 21 Recovering your system 23 Using the recovery DVD 23 Troubleshooting 25 ASUS Desktop PC
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.... However, there is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to radio communications. If this equipment. ASUS Desktop PC This equipment generates, uses and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is required to the following measures: • Reorient...
.... However, there is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to radio communications. If this equipment. ASUS Desktop PC This equipment generates, uses and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is required to the following measures: • Reorient...
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... claims of Communications. Reverse engineering or disassembly is protected by Macrovision Corporation. Macrovision Corporation Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is prohibited. ASUS Desktop PC Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for home and other rights owners.
... claims of Communications. Reverse engineering or disassembly is protected by Macrovision Corporation. Macrovision Corporation Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is prohibited. ASUS Desktop PC Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for home and other rights owners.
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...Never insert objects of any other liquids on it is important that the total ampere rating of safety for ventilation. Safety information Your ASUS Desktop PC is designed and tested to ensure your safety, it . • Do not spill water or any kind into the ventilation openings..., a small amount of electrical current still flows. However, to meet the latest standards of the devices plugged into the system. ASUS Desktop PC Always unplug all instructions in environments with the product, unplug the power cord and contact a qualified service technician or your system. •...
...Never insert objects of any other liquids on it is important that the total ampere rating of safety for ventilation. Safety information Your ASUS Desktop PC is designed and tested to ensure your safety, it . • Do not spill water or any kind into the ventilation openings..., a small amount of electrical current still flows. However, to meet the latest standards of the devices plugged into the system. ASUS Desktop PC Always unplug all instructions in environments with the product, unplug the power cord and contact a qualified service technician or your system. •...
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... complete a task. • The system does not function properly even if you MUST follow to prevent injury to yourself. Check local regulations for special situations. ASUS Desktop PC NOTE: Additional information for disposal of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment, and mercurycontaining button cell battery) should not...
... complete a task. • The system does not function properly even if you MUST follow to prevent injury to yourself. Check local regulations for special situations. ASUS Desktop PC NOTE: Additional information for disposal of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment, and mercurycontaining button cell battery) should not...
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... listed below but may vary with models. The package contents of the ASUS Desktop PC. ASUS reserves the right to replace components or accessories to provide optimum serviceability. Package contents • ASUS Desktop PC x1 • Keyboard x1 • Mouse x1 • AC power adapter x1 • Power cord x1 • Support DVD x1 • Recovery DVD...
... listed below but may vary with models. The package contents of the ASUS Desktop PC. ASUS reserves the right to replace components or accessories to provide optimum serviceability. Package contents • ASUS Desktop PC x1 • Keyboard x1 • Mouse x1 • AC power adapter x1 • Power cord x1 • Support DVD x1 • Recovery DVD...
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... drive LED 6. No. Wireless network/Bluetooth LED 5. Power button/LED 7. Slide the front panel cover open 4. Front panel cover continued on the model of your Desktop PC Front / Rear panel features Front (Close) Front (Open) Rear 9 1 4 5 6 10 11 2 3 7 12* 8* *T��h�e��g�r�a...;�h�e�s�e��p�o��r�t�s and their locations may vary, depending on the next page ASUS Desktop PC Optical drive eject button 3. Knowing your system.
... drive LED 6. No. Wireless network/Bluetooth LED 5. Power button/LED 7. Slide the front panel cover open 4. Front panel cover continued on the model of your Desktop PC Front / Rear panel features Front (Close) Front (Open) Rear 9 1 4 5 6 10 11 2 3 7 12* 8* *T��h�e��g�r�a...;�h�e�s�e��p�o��r�t�s and their locations may vary, depending on the next page ASUS Desktop PC Optical drive eject button 3. Knowing your system.
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... (RJ-45) Plug a network cable into this jack. 9. S/PDIF In port Connects to USB devices such as a digital camrecorder. Kensington® Lock port Allows the PC to be secured to a TV or monitor with different video output. 12. Microphone jack Plug a microphone into this jack. VGA port HDMI port DVI-D port... slot 8. 4-pin IEEE 1394a port Connects to USB devices such as a card reader for various types of memory cards. continued on the next page 10 ASUS Desktop PC No. Headphone jack Plug a stereo or headphones into this port port.
... (RJ-45) Plug a network cable into this jack. 9. S/PDIF In port Connects to USB devices such as a digital camrecorder. Kensington® Lock port Allows the PC to be secured to a TV or monitor with different video output. 12. Microphone jack Plug a microphone into this jack. VGA port HDMI port DVI-D port... slot 8. 4-pin IEEE 1394a port Connects to USB devices such as a card reader for various types of memory cards. continued on the next page 10 ASUS Desktop PC No. Headphone jack Plug a stereo or headphones into this port port.
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Display Mouse Keyboard Network hub/ switch 7.1(8)-channel speaker system 12 ASUS Desktop PC Setting up your Desktop PC Connecting devices Do not block or cover these openings.
Display Mouse Keyboard Network hub/ switch 7.1(8)-channel speaker system 12 ASUS Desktop PC Setting up your Desktop PC Connecting devices Do not block or cover these openings.
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Connecting the AC power adapter 3 2 1 Pressing the power button to turn on the system ASUS Desktop PC 13
Connecting the AC power adapter 3 2 1 Pressing the power button to turn on the system ASUS Desktop PC 13
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While the system power is on, press the eject button. 2. Place the disc to the slot-in optical drive with the label side facing your Desktop PC Using the optical drive Inserting a disc 1. Label side Data side Ejecting a disc 1. Remove the disc from the opening. 14 ASUS Desktop PC Slide the disc into the drive. Using your left. 2.
While the system power is on, press the eject button. 2. Place the disc to the slot-in optical drive with the label side facing your Desktop PC Using the optical drive Inserting a disc 1. Label side Data side Ejecting a disc 1. Remove the disc from the opening. 14 ASUS Desktop PC Slide the disc into the drive. Using your left. 2.
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..., two rear speakers, two side speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer. Side speakers are included in a more advanced system. A subwoofer provides enhanced bass sounds. ASUS Desktop PC 15 Configuring audio setup ASUS Desktop PC comes with the following speaker configurations: Audio jack Speaker layout Headphones 2 (stereo) 2.1 4.1 5.1(6) 7.1(8) Left speaker, right speaker. Speaker types A stereo speaker set up your...
..., two rear speakers, two side speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer. Side speakers are included in a more advanced system. A subwoofer provides enhanced bass sounds. ASUS Desktop PC 15 Configuring audio setup ASUS Desktop PC comes with the following speaker configurations: Audio jack Speaker layout Headphones 2 (stereo) 2.1 4.1 5.1(6) 7.1(8) Left speaker, right speaker. Speaker types A stereo speaker set up your...
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Audio jack Description Line In (light blue) connects to a microphone. Microphone (pink) connects to an analog audio source like a CD/DVD player. Line Out (lime) connects to a center speaker or a subwoofer. Center/Subwoofer (orange) connects to a headset or front speakers. Rear Out (black) connects to side speakers. 16 ASUS Desktop PC Side Out (gray) connects to rear speakers. Connecting to speakers Refer to the table below for the audio jacks on the rear panel and their functions.
Audio jack Description Line In (light blue) connects to a microphone. Microphone (pink) connects to an analog audio source like a CD/DVD player. Line Out (lime) connects to a center speaker or a subwoofer. Center/Subwoofer (orange) connects to a headset or front speakers. Rear Out (black) connects to side speakers. 16 ASUS Desktop PC Side Out (gray) connects to rear speakers. Connecting to speakers Refer to the table below for the audio jacks on the rear panel and their functions.
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Right-click the volume icon on the Windows® Vista™ taskbar and select Playback Devices. 2. ASUS Desktop PC 17 Relaunch your media player to effect the audio output device settings. • If you want to configure audio output: 1. Under the Playback window, select ... Digital Output as the default audio output device. • You must relaunch your media player, e.g. Configuring audio output settings After connecting a speaker system to your Desktop PC, follow the steps below to set up a recording device, select Recording Devices in Step 2.
Right-click the volume icon on the Windows® Vista™ taskbar and select Playback Devices. 2. ASUS Desktop PC 17 Relaunch your media player to effect the audio output device settings. • If you want to configure audio output: 1. Under the Playback window, select ... Digital Output as the default audio output device. • You must relaunch your media player, e.g. Configuring audio output settings After connecting a speaker system to your Desktop PC, follow the steps below to set up a recording device, select Recording Devices in Step 2.
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... also install an external TV box to watch TV and record TV programs. Refer to the table below to stop playing a media file. Stop 18 ASUS Desktop PC Description Press to pause a playback. Power 2. Button 1. Press to turn on/off the power of the remote control buttons. 1 2 22 3 21 20 4 19 5 18 6 7 17...
... also install an external TV box to watch TV and record TV programs. Refer to the table below to stop playing a media file. Stop 18 ASUS Desktop PC Description Press to pause a playback. Power 2. Button 1. Press to turn on/off the power of the remote control buttons. 1 2 22 3 21 20 4 19 5 18 6 7 17...
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Fast-foward Press to display the electronic program guide screen.* 13. EPG (Electronic Program Guide) Press to fast-forward a media file. 5. ASUS Desktop PC 19 4. OK Press to scroll through on European models only. 16 Volume up /down Press to rewind a media file. 21. Four-way navigation keys Press ...
Fast-foward Press to display the electronic program guide screen.* 13. EPG (Electronic Program Guide) Press to fast-forward a media file. 5. ASUS Desktop PC 19 4. OK Press to scroll through on European models only. 16 Volume up /down Press to rewind a media file. 21. Four-way navigation keys Press ...
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Select Show Wireless if there are many networks in your area. 3. Enter the security key or passphrase if necessary. Wireless network connection (optional) To connect to a network. 2. On the Windows® taskbar, right-click on the network icon and select Connect to a wireless network, follow the instructions below. 1. This screen does not appear if no security key is needed. 20 ASUS Desktop PC Select the wireless network you want to connect to from the list.
Select Show Wireless if there are many networks in your area. 3. Enter the security key or passphrase if necessary. Wireless network connection (optional) To connect to a network. 2. On the Windows® taskbar, right-click on the network icon and select Connect to a wireless network, follow the instructions below. 1. This screen does not appear if no security key is needed. 20 ASUS Desktop PC Select the wireless network you want to connect to from the list.
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When a connection is established, the network status shows Connected. If you do not see the device you want to connect to on the Windows® taskbar to continue. Bluetooth connection (optional) To connect to search for it. Select the Bluetooth device you want to connect to from the list and click Next to start the connection wizard. 2. ASUS Desktop PC 21 Double-click the Bluetooth icon on the list, click Refresh to Bluetooth-enabled devices, follow the instructions below. 1. 4.
When a connection is established, the network status shows Connected. If you do not see the device you want to connect to on the Windows® taskbar to continue. Bluetooth connection (optional) To connect to search for it. Select the Bluetooth device you want to connect to from the list and click Next to start the connection wizard. 2. ASUS Desktop PC 21 Double-click the Bluetooth icon on the list, click Refresh to Bluetooth-enabled devices, follow the instructions below. 1. 4.
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The device you are connecting to is required. 4. Enter the password for the device if authentication is shown. 6. When the setup is completed, click Next to add more Bluetooth devices. 22 ASUS Desktop PC Click the New Connection button and follow steps 1 to 5 to continue. 5. 3.
The device you are connecting to is required. 4. Enter the password for the device if authentication is shown. 6. When the setup is completed, click Next to add more Bluetooth devices. 22 ASUS Desktop PC Click the New Connection button and follow steps 1 to 5 to continue. 5. 3.
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... appears. 4. Press Enter and then press any customized configuration settings (such as the boot device. The Windows Boot Manager window appears. ASUS Desktop PC 23 Press F8 to entire HD This option will lose all partitions from below, allowing you make note of any key to a network... drive and make a backup of the operating system installed on your ASUS Desktop PC and the ASUS logo appears. Recover system to enter the Please select boot device menu. 2. Select a partition and click NEXT. Follow the on your...
... appears. 4. Press Enter and then press any customized configuration settings (such as the boot device. The Windows Boot Manager window appears. ASUS Desktop PC 23 Press F8 to entire HD This option will lose all partitions from below, allowing you make note of any key to a network... drive and make a backup of the operating system installed on your ASUS Desktop PC and the ASUS logo appears. Recover system to enter the Please select boot device menu. 2. Select a partition and click NEXT. Follow the on your...