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... and to the owners' benefit, without intent to infringe. 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of the product is authorized in this manual, including the products and software described in it,... except documentation kept by ASUS; SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. or (2) the serial number of alteration is defaced or...
... and to the owners' benefit, without intent to infringe. 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of the product is authorized in this manual, including the products and software described in it,... except documentation kept by ASUS; SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. or (2) the serial number of alteration is defaced or...
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... ON...22 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your 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...46 3
... ON...22 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your 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...46 3
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... for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is incorrectly replaced. The use of shielded cables for help. Changes or modifications to this equipment. Dispose of used in accordance with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. and • This device must ...tested and found to comply with the limits for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this unit not expressly approved by the manufacturer. 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...
... for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is incorrectly replaced. The use of shielded cables for help. Changes or modifications to this equipment. Dispose of used in accordance with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. and • This device must ...tested and found to comply with the limits for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this unit not expressly approved by the manufacturer. 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...
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Service warning label WARNING! CDRH Regulations The Center for laser products on August 2, 1976. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of Directive 2014/53/EU. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other relevant ... in the laser product installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure. 9 These regulations apply to disassemble or repair the optical drive by yourself. hereby declares that this device is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. The Wi-Fi operating in the band 5150-...
Service warning label WARNING! CDRH Regulations The Center for laser products on August 2, 1976. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of Directive 2014/53/EU. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other relevant ... in the laser product installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure. 9 These regulations apply to disassemble or repair the optical drive by yourself. hereby declares that this device is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. The Wi-Fi operating in the band 5150-...
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... supported on power management and its benefits to the environment. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. • Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in your retailer. 10 Wipe the Desktop PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of user inactivity. Contact a qualified service technician or your area. The monitor...
... supported on power management and its benefits to the environment. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. • Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in your retailer. 10 Wipe the Desktop PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of user inactivity. Contact a qualified service technician or your area. The monitor...
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... camera, PDA, and others . 14 Chapter 1: Getting started These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to a microphone. 5. The Universal Serial Bus 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.2 Gen 1) ports connect to a headphone or speaker. 4. There is an optical disk drive in this button to eject the optical disk drive tray. 3. Optical disk drive eject button. Power button. USB 2.0 ports. Microphone port. D300TA/ S300TA Front panel ENGLISH 1. 5.25-inch optical disk drive bay (optional). This port connects to USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others...
... camera, PDA, and others . 14 Chapter 1: Getting started These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to a microphone. 5. The Universal Serial Bus 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.2 Gen 1) ports connect to a headphone or speaker. 4. There is an optical disk drive in this button to eject the optical disk drive tray. 3. Optical disk drive eject button. Power button. USB 2.0 ports. Microphone port. D300TA/ S300TA Front panel ENGLISH 1. 5.25-inch optical disk drive bay (optional). This port connects to USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others...
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... 10Mbps connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED LAN port 13. Air vents. ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only). These vents allow air ventilation. ENGLISH 7. Serial port (optional). VGA port. Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This 9-pin COM port is for your computer. 16 Chapter 1: Getting started Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center - This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other devices. 12. Remove the expansion slot brackets when installing an expansion card. 9.
... 10Mbps connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED LAN port 13. Air vents. ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only). These vents allow air ventilation. ENGLISH 7. Serial port (optional). VGA port. Refer to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. This 9-pin COM port is for your computer. 16 Chapter 1: Getting started Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center - This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other devices. 12. Remove the expansion slot brackets when installing an expansion card. 9.
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... the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. Plug the monitor to a power source. Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your computer. ASUS Desktop PC 17 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 output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1.
... the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. Plug the monitor to a power source. Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your computer. ASUS Desktop PC 17 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 output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1.
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... the rear panel of your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in the BIOS. ENGLISH Using the onboard display output ports Connect your computer, refer to the section Connecting multiple external displays for details. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports: 1. Plug the monitor to the onboard display output port. Connect a monitor to a display output port on the graphics card. • To connect multiple external monitors to your monitor to a power...
... the rear panel of your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in the BIOS. ENGLISH Using the onboard display output ports Connect your computer, refer to the section Connecting multiple external displays for details. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports: 1. Plug the monitor to the onboard display output port. Connect a monitor to a display output port on the graphics card. • To connect multiple external monitors to your monitor to a power...
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ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA and HDMI™ ports and allows you are allowed to connect multiple external displays. Turn off your computer. 4. Configure the settings for details on your computer. 2. Setting up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you to set display modes. Refer to Setting up multiple displays: 1. From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display. 5. For some graphics cards, only the monitor that is set up your computer section in Chapter...
ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA and HDMI™ ports and allows you are allowed to connect multiple external displays. Turn off your computer. 4. Configure the settings for details on your computer. 2. Setting up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you to set display modes. Refer to Setting up multiple displays: 1. From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display. 5. For some graphics cards, only the monitor that is set up your computer section in Chapter...
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The Audio Manager screen automatically pops up. The audio output will now be from the external audio device. 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. ENGLISH Changing to the external audio output When you connect an external audio device to your computer. 2. The Audio Manager screenshots above are for reference only. Connect an external audio device such as...
The Audio Manager screen automatically pops up. The audio output will now be from the external audio device. 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. ENGLISH Changing to the external audio output When you connect an external audio device to your computer. 2. The Audio Manager screenshots above are for reference only. Connect an external audio device such as...
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... > USB Interface Security. 3. ASUS Desktop PC 31 To disable or enable the front rear USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 ports: 1. From the BIOS Setup EZ Mode screen, press to enable or disable. 4. Select the USB port that you want to enter the Advanced Mode. Press to Chapter 1 for the location of the USB ports. Refer to enable or disable the selected USB port. 5. Click Exit and select Save Changes & Reset to enter the BIOS Setup at startup. 2. ENGLISH Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS You can enable or disable...
... > USB Interface Security. 3. ASUS Desktop PC 31 To disable or enable the front rear USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 ports: 1. From the BIOS Setup EZ Mode screen, press to enable or disable. 4. Select the USB port that you want to enter the Advanced Mode. Press to Chapter 1 for the location of the USB ports. Refer to enable or disable the selected USB port. 5. Click Exit and select Save Changes & Reset to enter the BIOS Setup at startup. 2. ENGLISH Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS You can enable or disable...
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... malfunctions. Press the Number Lock key to turn the LED off . The dual display function works only under Windows. • When a graphics card is installed on your computer, ensure that the both monitors are used to test if the USB storage device is on, the keys on the number key pad. ? My computer cannot detect my USB storage device. • The first time you connect the monitors to the output port on your computer...
... malfunctions. Press the Number Lock key to turn the LED off . The dual display function works only under Windows. • When a graphics card is installed on your computer, ensure that the both monitors are used to test if the USB storage device is on, the keys on the number key pad. ? My computer cannot detect my USB storage device. • The first time you connect the monitors to the output port on your computer...
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.... To use Windows® 10 Refresh your PC without affecting your files recovery option to restore or undo changes to your computer's system settings without affecting your computer's system sounds are working properly. ? To change the screen resolution: • From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display. ? The picture on . • Adjust your speakers' volume. • Ensure that your personal data such as . The DVD drive cannot read a disc...
.... To use Windows® 10 Refresh your PC without affecting your files recovery option to restore or undo changes to your computer's system settings without affecting your computer's system sounds are working properly. ? To change the screen resolution: • From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display. ? The picture on . • Adjust your speakers' volume. • Ensure that your personal data such as . The DVD drive cannot read a disc...
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... the power key on the front panel to the correct VGA port on your area's power requirements. • Adjust the voltage settings. PSU (Power supply unit) problems Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another monitor. 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 your computer. Display Problem Possible Cause No display output after turning the computer on (Black screen...
... the power key on the front panel to the correct VGA port on your area's power requirements. • Adjust the voltage settings. PSU (Power supply unit) problems Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another monitor. 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 your computer. Display Problem Possible Cause No display output after turning the computer on (Black screen...
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.... Network settings Problems caused by the antivirus software Driver problems Ensure that your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the correct port. • Disconnect and reconnect the speaker to a router or hub. Contact your computer is not properly connected to your computer's User Guide for the correct LAN settings. LAN cable problems Ensure the LAN LED is not connected. Action • Refer to your computer. headphone. Reinstall the audio driver 50 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Cannot access the Internet...
.... Network settings Problems caused by the antivirus software Driver problems Ensure that your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the correct port. • Disconnect and reconnect the speaker to a router or hub. Contact your computer is not properly connected to your computer's User Guide for the correct LAN settings. LAN cable problems Ensure the LAN LED is not connected. Action • Refer to your computer. headphone. Reinstall the audio driver 50 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Cannot access the Internet...
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...; 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. Move your computer. • Reinstall the operating system. Reinstall the OS and reinstall compatible softwares. ASUS Desktop PC 51 Hard disk drive failure • Send the damaged hard disk drive to scan for viruses and repair your computer to an area with a new hard disk drive. Incompatible softwares are running...
...; 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. Move your computer. • Reinstall the operating system. Reinstall the OS and reinstall compatible softwares. ASUS Desktop PC 51 Hard disk drive failure • Send the damaged hard disk drive to scan for viruses and repair your computer to an area with a new hard disk drive. Incompatible softwares are running...
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... the ASUS Service Center for assistance. Update the BIOS to download the latest BIOS versions. in use. Visit the ASUS Support site at https:// www.asus.com/support to the latest version. The fan runs on its default settings. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Visit the ASUS Support site at https://www.asus.com/support for the computer. The fan slows down after turning on . The CPU fan has been replaced. The...
... the ASUS Service Center for assistance. Update the BIOS to download the latest BIOS versions. in use. Visit the ASUS Support site at https:// www.asus.com/support to the latest version. The fan runs on its default settings. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Visit the ASUS Support site at https://www.asus.com/support for the computer. The fan slows down after turning on . The CPU fan has been replaced. The...
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..., a series of screens appear to guide you want to use on your Desktop PC for the first time: 1. After the installation, the Windows® 10 desktop appears. 56 Windows® 10 User Manual Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items: • Personalize • Get online • Settings • Your account 5. Press the power button on your Windows® 10 operating system. To start your Desktop PC. ENGLISH Starting...
..., a series of screens appear to guide you want to use on your Desktop PC for the first time: 1. After the installation, the Windows® 10 desktop appears. 56 Windows® 10 User Manual Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items: • Personalize • Get online • Settings • Your account 5. Press the power button on your Windows® 10 operating system. To start your Desktop PC. ENGLISH Starting...
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... factory settings can be done using this option. From the Start menu, click Settings > Update & security > Recovery. 2. This process may take a while to complete the reinstallation and reset process. 62 Windows® 10 User Manual Follow the onscreen instructions to complete. 1. Refer to the steps below to view the Remove everything and reinstall options in your screen. ENGLISH Enter> Launches the magnifier and zooms in PC Settings. Under this option...
... factory settings can be done using this option. From the Start menu, click Settings > Update & security > Recovery. 2. This process may take a while to complete the reinstallation and reset process. 62 Windows® 10 User Manual Follow the onscreen instructions to complete. 1. Refer to the steps below to view the Remove everything and reinstall options in your screen. ENGLISH Enter> Launches the magnifier and zooms in PC Settings. Under this option...