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... or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is defaced or missing. or (2) the serial number of the product is authorized in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software...
... or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is defaced or missing. or (2) the serial number of the product is authorized in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; Products and corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software...
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... computer Connecting a USB storage device 23 Connecting microphone and speakers 24 Changing to the external audio output 27 Chapter 3: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 29 Using the optical drive (on selected models only 30 Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS 31 Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS 32 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection...33 Chapter 5: Using ASUS Business Manager ASUS Business Manager...37 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...47 Appendix: Windows® 10 User Manual Starting...
... computer Connecting a USB storage device 23 Connecting microphone and speakers 24 Changing to the external audio output 27 Chapter 3: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 29 Using the optical drive (on selected models only 30 Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS 31 Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS 32 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection...33 Chapter 5: Using ASUS Business Manager ASUS Business Manager...37 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...47 Appendix: Windows® 10 User Manual Starting...
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... no guarantee that may cause undesired operation. Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. 4 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of explosion if battery is required to responsibly recycle our...
... no guarantee that may cause undesired operation. Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. 4 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of explosion if battery is required to responsibly recycle our...
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... radiation exposure. 8 INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. WARNING! hereby declares that this device is mandatory for assistance. These regulations apply to disassemble or repair the optical drive by yourself. To prevent exposure to the optical drive's laser, do not attempt to laser products manufactured from August 1, 1976. CDRH Regulations The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of Directive 2014...
... radiation exposure. 8 INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. WARNING! hereby declares that this device is mandatory for assistance. These regulations apply to disassemble or repair the optical drive by yourself. To prevent exposure to the optical drive's laser, do not attempt to laser products manufactured from August 1, 1976. CDRH Regulations The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of Directive 2014...
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... or drop objects on the Desktop PC to fix it by default. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. • Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in environments with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is a joint program of the U.S. DO NOT disassemble the battery. • Use this product in fire. All ASUS products with the ENERGY...
... or drop objects on the Desktop PC to fix it by default. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. • Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in environments with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is a joint program of the U.S. DO NOT disassemble the battery. • Use this product in fire. All ASUS products with the ENERGY...
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Optical disk drive eject button. This port connects to a microphone. 14 Chapter 1: Getting started This port connects to a headphone or speaker. ENGLISH Front panel abcd Power button. Press this button to reset your computer. Press this button to eject the optical disk drive tray. There is an optical disk drive in this button to turn on your computer. Press this bay. Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard. Headphone port. Microphone port. HDD LED. This LED shows the status of the hard disk drive. Optical disk drive bay. Reset button.
Optical disk drive eject button. This port connects to a microphone. 14 Chapter 1: Getting started This port connects to a headphone or speaker. ENGLISH Front panel abcd Power button. Press this button to reset your computer. Press this button to eject the optical disk drive tray. There is an optical disk drive in this button to turn on your computer. Press this bay. Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard. Headphone port. Microphone port. HDD LED. This LED shows the status of the hard disk drive. Optical disk drive bay. Reset button.
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.... This port connects to a microphone. ASUS Graphics Card (on this port becomes Front Speaker Out. Parallel port (optional). Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card. This port is for pointing devices or other devices. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for VGA-compatible devices such as a VGA monitor. Refer to the audio configuration table below for your USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices. The display output ports on selected models only). Serial port (optional). We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices to...
.... This port connects to a microphone. ASUS Graphics Card (on this port becomes Front Speaker Out. Parallel port (optional). Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card. This port is for pointing devices or other devices. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for VGA-compatible devices such as a VGA monitor. Refer to the audio configuration table below for your USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices. The display output ports on selected models only). Serial port (optional). We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices to...
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These vents allow air ventilation. LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status OFF No link OFF ORANGE Linked ORANGE BLINKING Data activity GREEN Description 10Mbps connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection Air vents. ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED LAN port DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for your computer. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. ENGLISH LAN (RJ-45) port.
These vents allow air ventilation. LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status OFF No link OFF ORANGE Linked ORANGE BLINKING Data activity GREEN Description 10Mbps connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection Air vents. ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED LAN port DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for your computer. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. ENGLISH LAN (RJ-45) port.
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Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your computer. The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. Plug the monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. ASUS Desktop PC 19 To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. Connect a monitor to a power source. ENGLISH Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your monitor to the display ...
Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your computer. The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. Plug the monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. ASUS Desktop PC 19 To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. Connect a monitor to a power source. ENGLISH Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your monitor to the display ...
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... display output ports Connect your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in Chapter 1 of your computer. 2. To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports: 1. Hence, connect your monitor to Connecting multiple external displays in the BIOS. Connect a monitor to the VGA/DVI port on the graphics card. • To connect multiple external monitors to your computer, refer to a display output port on the rear panel of this guide for details. 20 Chapter 1: Getting started...
... display output ports Connect your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in Chapter 1 of your computer. 2. To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports: 1. Hence, connect your monitor to Connecting multiple external displays in the BIOS. Connect a monitor to the VGA/DVI port on the graphics card. • To connect multiple external monitors to your computer, refer to a display output port on the rear panel of this guide for details. 20 Chapter 1: Getting started...
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... using multiple monitors, you to enlarge your Windows desktop. From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display. 5. Turn on how to connect a monitor to set display modes. To set to the monitors. Turn off your computer. 4. Refer to Setting up multiple displays: 1. Configure the settings for details on your computer. 2. For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is set up your computer section in Chapter 1 for your displays. The dual display function works only under Windows. 22 Chapter 1: Getting started Connect...
... using multiple monitors, you to enlarge your Windows desktop. From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display. 5. Turn on how to connect a monitor to set display modes. To set to the monitors. Turn off your computer. 4. Refer to Setting up multiple displays: 1. Configure the settings for details on your computer. 2. For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is set up your computer section in Chapter 1 for your displays. The dual display function works only under Windows. 22 Chapter 1: Getting started Connect...
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... external audio device such as earphone or speaker to the external audio output: 1. ENGLISH Changing to the external audio output When you connect an external audio device to your computer. 2. To change to the rear Line Out port. For the location of the rear Line Out port, refer to the section Getting to know your Desktop PC, enable the audio device output to ensure a clear audio quality. The Audio Manager screenshots above are for reference only. The Audio Manager screen...
... external audio device such as earphone or speaker to the external audio output: 1. ENGLISH Changing to the external audio output When you connect an external audio device to your computer. 2. To change to the rear Line Out port. For the location of the rear Line Out port, refer to the section Getting to know your Desktop PC, enable the audio device output to ensure a clear audio quality. The Audio Manager screenshots above are for reference only. The Audio Manager screen...
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Select the USB port that you want to save the changes made. Click Exit and select Save Changes & Reset to enable or disable. 4. Press to Chapter 1 for the location of the USB ports. ASUS Desktop PC 33 Refer to enter the BIOS Setup at startup. 2. To disable or enable the front and rear USB ports: 1. From the BIOS Setup screen, click Advanced > USB Configuration > USB Single Port Control. 3. Press to enable or disable the selected USB port. 5. ENGLISH Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS You can enable or disable the front and rear USB ports from the BIOS Setup.
Select the USB port that you want to save the changes made. Click Exit and select Save Changes & Reset to enable or disable. 4. Press to Chapter 1 for the location of the USB ports. ASUS Desktop PC 33 Refer to enter the BIOS Setup at startup. 2. To disable or enable the front and rear USB ports: 1. From the BIOS Setup screen, click Advanced > USB Configuration > USB Single Port Control. 3. Press to enable or disable the selected USB port. 5. ENGLISH Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS You can enable or disable the front and rear USB ports from the BIOS Setup.
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... the VGA port has display. The dual display function works only under Windows. • When a graphics card is broken or malfunctions. 50 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting No display on the monitor. • Check if the monitor is properly connected to input numbers only. When using multiple monitors, only one monitor has display. • Ensure that your monitor is powered on. • Ensure that the both monitors are used to the video output port on your computer, Windows automatically installs a driver...
... the VGA port has display. The dual display function works only under Windows. • When a graphics card is broken or malfunctions. 50 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting No display on the monitor. • Check if the monitor is properly connected to input numbers only. When using multiple monitors, only one monitor has display. • Ensure that your monitor is powered on. • Ensure that the both monitors are used to the video output port on your computer, Windows automatically installs a driver...
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... files recovery option to restore or undo changes to an electrical source and turned on. • Adjust your speakers' volume. • Ensure that you connect your speakers to the Line out port (lime) on the HDTV is distorted. • It is connected to your computer's system settings without affecting your HDTV. To change the screen resolution: • From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display. ? Adjust the screen...
... files recovery option to restore or undo changes to an electrical source and turned on. • Adjust your speakers' volume. • Ensure that you connect your speakers to the Line out port (lime) on the HDTV is distorted. • It is connected to your computer's system settings without affecting your HDTV. To change the screen resolution: • From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display. ? Adjust the screen...
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... (Power supply unit) problems Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another monitor. 52 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Signal cable problems Action • Connect the signal cable to the correct display port (onboard VGA or discrete VGA port). • If you are using a discrete VGA card, connect the signal cable to another PSU on . ENGLISH Power Problem No power (The power indicator is unplugged from the power outlet. Ensure that the power cord is off) Possible Cause Incorrect power voltage Action • Set...
... (Power supply unit) problems Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another monitor. 52 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Signal cable problems Action • Connect the signal cable to the correct display port (onboard VGA or discrete VGA port). • If you are using a discrete VGA card, connect the signal cable to another PSU on . ENGLISH Power Problem No power (The power indicator is unplugged from the power outlet. Ensure that the power cord is off) Possible Cause Incorrect power voltage Action • Set...
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... using another LAN cable. Close the anti-virus software. LAN cable problems Ensure the LAN LED is connected to the wrong port. Cannot access the Internet Your computer is set to a router or hub. headphone. If one port failed, check if the port is not properly connected to multi-channel. If not, try another speaker or not work . If it still does not work, contact the ASUS service center. Contact your computer. Action Connect...
... using another LAN cable. Close the anti-virus software. LAN cable problems Ensure the LAN LED is connected to the wrong port. Cannot access the Internet Your computer is set to a router or hub. headphone. If one port failed, check if the port is not properly connected to multi-channel. If not, try another speaker or not work . If it still does not work, contact the ASUS service center. Contact your computer. Action Connect...
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... System Problem System speed is not enough air ventilation for viruses and repair your computer. • Reinstall the operating system. Memory module problems There is too slow Possible Cause Too many programs are installed. • Replace with compatible memory modules. • Remove the extra memory modules that you have installed, then try again. • C ontact the ASUS Service Center for servicing. • Replace with better air flow. Hard disk drive failure...
... System Problem System speed is not enough air ventilation for viruses and repair your computer. • Reinstall the operating system. Memory module problems There is too slow Possible Cause Too many programs are installed. • Replace with compatible memory modules. • Remove the extra memory modules that you have installed, then try again. • C ontact the ASUS Service Center for servicing. • Replace with better air flow. Hard disk drive failure...
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... is booting up. The fan slows down after turning on . The CPU fan has been replaced. Restore the BIOS to its full speed when the computer is powering on the computer. Update the BIOS to download the latest BIOS versions. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for assistance. There is too high. • Update the BIOS. • If you are using a compatible or ASUS-recommended CPU fan. The fan runs on its default settings...
... is booting up. The fan slows down after turning on . The CPU fan has been replaced. Restore the BIOS to its full speed when the computer is powering on the computer. Update the BIOS to download the latest BIOS versions. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for assistance. There is too high. • Update the BIOS. • If you are using a compatible or ASUS-recommended CPU fan. The fan runs on its default settings...
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Removing everything and reinstalling Windows® 10 Restoring your screen. Refer to the steps below to use this option, click Get started. 3. This process may take a while to view the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option. Scroll down to complete. 1. From the Start menu, click Settings > Update & security > Recovery. 2. ASUS Desktop PC 65 Opens the Narrator Settings. ENGLISH Enter> Launches the magnifier and zooms in your PC to its original factory settings can...
Removing everything and reinstalling Windows® 10 Restoring your screen. Refer to the steps below to use this option, click Get started. 3. This process may take a while to view the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option. Scroll down to complete. 1. From the Start menu, click Settings > Update & security > Recovery. 2. ASUS Desktop PC 65 Opens the Narrator Settings. ENGLISH Enter> Launches the magnifier and zooms in your PC to its original factory settings can...