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... 12 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 ... 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
... 12 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 ... 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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... required to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this equipment. ASUS Desktop PC Operation is no guarantee that may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that interference will...
... required to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this equipment. ASUS Desktop PC Operation is no guarantee that may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that interference will...
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... engineering or disassembly is intended for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of certain U.S. ASUS Desktop PC Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for home and other rights owners. Use of this copyright...
... engineering or disassembly is intended for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of certain U.S. ASUS Desktop PC Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for home and other rights owners. Use of this copyright...
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... and contact a qualified service technician or your system. • When the system is damaged. • Liquid has been spilled into the system. ASUS Desktop PC Do not block or cover these openings. Setting up the system on a stable surface. • Openings on your retailer. • The power ...off, a small amount of electrical current still flows. However, to meet the latest standards of safety for ventilation. Safety information Your ASUS Desktop PC is important that the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed its ampere rating.
... and contact a qualified service technician or your system. • When the system is damaged. • Liquid has been spilled into the system. ASUS Desktop PC Do not block or cover these openings. Setting up the system on a stable surface. • Openings on your retailer. • The power ...off, a small amount of electrical current still flows. However, to meet the latest standards of safety for ventilation. Safety information Your ASUS Desktop PC is important that the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed its ampere rating.
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• The system does not function properly even if you complete a task. WARNING: Vital information that help you follow to yourself. ASUS Desktop PC TIP: Tips and useful information that you MUST follow to prevent injury to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that the product (electrical, electronic equipment, and ...
• The system does not function properly even if you complete a task. WARNING: Vital information that help you follow to yourself. ASUS Desktop PC TIP: Tips and useful information that you MUST follow to prevent injury to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that the product (electrical, electronic equipment, and ...
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... 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 x1 ... Guide x1 • Anti-slip pad x1 • Warranty card x1 • Remote control (optional) x1 Visit the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com for any item is damaged or missing. Contact your purchase of your new Desktop PC are listed below but may vary with models. The package contents of the...
... 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 x1 ... Guide x1 • Anti-slip pad x1 • Warranty card x1 • Remote control (optional) x1 Visit the ASUS website at http://support.asus.com for any item is damaged or missing. Contact your purchase of your new Desktop PC are listed below but may vary with models. The package contents of the...
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Knowing your system. Power button/LED 7. 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�y��a�r�e... disk drive LED 6. T��h�e�s�e��p�o��r�t�s and their locations may vary, depending on the next page ASUS Desktop PC
Knowing your system. Power button/LED 7. 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�y��a�r�e... disk drive LED 6. T��h�e�s�e��p�o��r�t�s and their locations may vary, depending on the next page ASUS Desktop PC
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... such as a card reader for various types of memory cards. LAN (RJ-45) Plug a network cable into this jack. 9. continued on the next page 10 ASUS Desktop PC Microphone jack Plug a microphone into this jack. Slot/Port Description MS/MS Pro card slot CF card slot SD/MMC card slot Functions as...
... such as a card reader for various types of memory cards. LAN (RJ-45) Plug a network cable into this jack. 9. continued on the next page 10 ASUS Desktop PC Microphone jack Plug a microphone into this jack. Slot/Port Description MS/MS Pro card slot CF card slot SD/MMC card slot Functions as...
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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. Display Mouse Keyboard Network hub/ switch 7.1(8)-channel speaker system 12 ASUS Desktop PC
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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. Remove the disc from the opening. 14 ASUS Desktop PC Using your left. 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. Slide the disc into the drive. Label side Data side Ejecting a disc 1.
While the system power is on, press the eject button. 2. Remove the disc from the opening. 14 ASUS Desktop PC Using your left. 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. Slide the disc into the drive. Label side Data side Ejecting a disc 1.
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..., a center speaker, and a subwoofer. A subwoofer provides enhanced bass sounds. Two front speakers, two rear speakers, and a subwoofer. Left speaker, right speaker, and a subwoofer. ".1" indicates a subwoofer. ASUS Desktop PC 15 Two front speakers, two rear speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer.
..., a center speaker, and a subwoofer. A subwoofer provides enhanced bass sounds. Two front speakers, two rear speakers, and a subwoofer. Left speaker, right speaker, and a subwoofer. ".1" indicates a subwoofer. ASUS Desktop PC 15 Two front speakers, two rear speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer.
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Audio jack Description Line In (light blue) connects to a center speaker or a subwoofer. Center/Subwoofer (orange) connects to an analog audio source like a CD/DVD player. Side Out (gray) connects to rear speakers. Rear Out (black) connects to side speakers. 16 ASUS Desktop PC Connecting to speakers Refer to a microphone. Microphone (pink) connects to the table below for the audio jacks on the rear panel and their functions. Line Out (lime) connects to a headset or front speakers.
Audio jack Description Line In (light blue) connects to a center speaker or a subwoofer. Center/Subwoofer (orange) connects to an analog audio source like a CD/DVD player. Side Out (gray) connects to rear speakers. Rear Out (black) connects to side speakers. 16 ASUS Desktop PC Connecting to speakers Refer to a microphone. Microphone (pink) connects to the table below for the audio jacks on the rear panel and their functions. Line Out (lime) connects to a headset or front speakers.
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Relaunch your Desktop PC, follow the steps below to configure audio output: 1. Configuring audio output settings After connecting a speaker system to your media player, e.g. Windows® Media Player ...; If you want to set up a recording device, select Recording Devices in Step 2. Under the Playback window, select an audio device and click Set Default. 3. ASUS Desktop PC 17 Right-click the volume icon on the Windows® Vista™ taskbar and select Playback Devices. 2.
Relaunch your Desktop PC, follow the steps below to configure audio output: 1. Configuring audio output settings After connecting a speaker system to your media player, e.g. Windows® Media Player ...; If you want to set up a recording device, select Recording Devices in Step 2. Under the Playback window, select an audio device and click Set Default. 3. ASUS Desktop PC 17 Right-click the volume icon on the Windows® Vista™ taskbar and select Playback Devices. 2.
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... play media files such as music and movies. Pause 3. Press to familiarize yourself with the functions of the screen and the speakers. Button 1. Stop 18 ASUS Desktop PC Description 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 8 16 9 10 15 14 11...
... play media files such as music and movies. Pause 3. Press to familiarize yourself with the functions of the screen and the speakers. Button 1. Stop 18 ASUS Desktop PC Description 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 8 16 9 10 15 14 11...
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....* 12. Recorded TV Press to display program information under Media Center or other menu options. 7. EPG (Electronic Program Guide) Press to confirm an action. 18. ASUS Desktop PC 19 OK Press to display the electronic program guide screen.* 13. Four-way navigation keys Press to scroll through on European models only. 16...
....* 12. Recorded TV Press to display program information under Media Center or other menu options. 7. EPG (Electronic Program Guide) Press to confirm an action. 18. ASUS Desktop PC 19 OK Press to display the electronic program guide screen.* 13. Four-way navigation keys Press to scroll through on European models only. 16...
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Enter the security key or passphrase if necessary. Wireless network connection (optional) To connect to from the list. Select the wireless network you want to 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 Show Wireless if there are many networks in your area. 3. On the Windows® taskbar, right-click on the network icon and select Connect to a network. 2.
Enter the security key or passphrase if necessary. Wireless network connection (optional) To connect to from the list. Select the wireless network you want to 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 Show Wireless if there are many networks in your area. 3. On the Windows® taskbar, right-click on the network icon and select Connect to a network. 2.
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Bluetooth connection (optional) To connect to search for it. If you do not see the device you want to connect to on the Windows® taskbar to continue. When a connection is established, the network status shows Connected. Select the Bluetooth device you want to connect to from the list and click Next to start the connection wizard. 2. Double-click the Bluetooth icon on the list, click Refresh to Bluetooth-enabled devices, follow the instructions below. 1. 4. ASUS Desktop PC 21
Bluetooth connection (optional) To connect to search for it. If you do not see the device you want to connect to on the Windows® taskbar to continue. When a connection is established, the network status shows Connected. Select the Bluetooth device you want to connect to from the list and click Next to start the connection wizard. 2. Double-click the Bluetooth icon on the list, click Refresh to Bluetooth-enabled devices, follow the instructions below. 1. 4. ASUS Desktop PC 21
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Click the New Connection button and follow steps 1 to 5 to continue. 5. When the setup is shown. 6. The device you are connecting to is completed, click Next to add more Bluetooth devices. 22 ASUS Desktop PC Enter the password for the device if authentication is required. 4. 3.
Click the New Connection button and follow steps 1 to 5 to continue. 5. When the setup is shown. 6. The device you are connecting to is completed, click Next to add more Bluetooth devices. 22 ASUS Desktop PC Enter the password for the device if authentication is required. 4. 3.
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The Windows Boot Manager window appears. Follow the on-screen instructions to continue. 3. ASUS Desktop PC 23 The recovery DVD, working with the support DVD, provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores your system to its original working order. Select ... data during the system recovery. Recovering your system Using the recovery DVD The recovery DVD includes an image of the operating system installed on your ASUS Desktop PC and the ASUS logo appears. Insert the recovery DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive ("CDROM:XXX") as drive "C."
The Windows Boot Manager window appears. Follow the on-screen instructions to continue. 3. ASUS Desktop PC 23 The recovery DVD, working with the support DVD, provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores your system to its original working order. Select ... data during the system recovery. Recovering your system Using the recovery DVD The recovery DVD includes an image of the operating system installed on your ASUS Desktop PC and the ASUS logo appears. Insert the recovery DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive ("CDROM:XXX") as drive "C."