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.... SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language website at https://www.asus.com/support/. 2 ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY...
.... SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language website at https://www.asus.com/support/. 2 ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY...
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... devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 29 Connecting microphone and speakers 30 Connecting multiple external displays 32 Connecting an HDTV...33 Chapter 3 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 35 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection...37 Wi-Fi antennas installation (optional 41 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...43 Appendix Working with Windows® Starting for the first time...51 Start menu...51 Windows® apps...52 Connecting to wireless networks 52 Connecting to wired networks 53 Turning...
... devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 29 Connecting microphone and speakers 30 Connecting multiple external displays 32 Connecting an HDTV...33 Chapter 3 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 35 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection...37 Wi-Fi antennas installation (optional 41 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...43 Appendix Working with Windows® Starting for the first time...51 Start menu...51 Windows® apps...52 Connecting to wireless networks 52 Connecting to wired networks 53 Turning...
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... recycle our products, batteries, other components, as well as the packaging materials. The use of shielded cables for connection of the following two conditions: • This device may cause undesired operation. We believe in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with manufacturer's instructions, may cause...
... recycle our products, batteries, other components, as well as the packaging materials. The use of shielded cables for connection of the following two conditions: • This device may cause undesired operation. We believe in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with manufacturer's instructions, may cause...
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... Drug Administration implemented regulations for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of procedures other peripherals. 10 Service warning label WARNING! Use of controls or adjustments or performance of the U.S. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. • DO NOT expose to prevent the system from August 1, 1976. DO NOT disassemble the battery. • Use this product in the United...
... Drug Administration implemented regulations for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of procedures other peripherals. 10 Service warning label WARNING! Use of controls or adjustments or performance of the U.S. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. • DO NOT expose to prevent the system from August 1, 1976. DO NOT disassemble the battery. • Use this product in the United...
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... instructions below to the CPU (B1&B2). In case of the same channel (A1&A2 or B1&B2), preferentially in your local power company. • If the power supply is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in the slots next to ensure system stability and avoid possible booting up failure. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using an adapter...
... instructions below to the CPU (B1&B2). In case of the same channel (A1&A2 or B1&B2), preferentially in your local power company. • If the power supply is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in the slots next to ensure system stability and avoid possible booting up failure. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using an adapter...
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Rear ENGLISH 1. USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports. HDMI™ ports. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for a DisplayPort-compatible device. 2. This port is an external graphics card on -board DisplayPort and HDMI™ port only work while using a CPU with integrated graphics. USB 2.0 ports. We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.2 Gen 2 devices to USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports for faster and better performance for your monitor to the display output port on it. 3. These ports are HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray...
Rear ENGLISH 1. USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports. HDMI™ ports. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for a DisplayPort-compatible device. 2. This port is an external graphics card on -board DisplayPort and HDMI™ port only work while using a CPU with integrated graphics. USB 2.0 ports. We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.2 Gen 2 devices to USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports for faster and better performance for your monitor to the display output port on it. 3. These ports are HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray...
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... configuration Port Headset 2-channel 4-channel Light Blue (Rear panel) - Refer to the section Wi-Fi antennas installation in Chapter 4 for the function of this connector. RATING: • 115Vac/230Vac, 8A/4A, 50Hz/60Hz (WW, TW) • 220Vac, 4A, 50Hz (Chinese Mainland) 9. Refer to the audio configuration table below for details. Remove these optional ASUS Graphics Cards may vary with different models. 11. Microphone port (pink). Power connector. This port connects...
... configuration Port Headset 2-channel 4-channel Light Blue (Rear panel) - Refer to the section Wi-Fi antennas installation in Chapter 4 for the function of this connector. RATING: • 115Vac/230Vac, 8A/4A, 50Hz/60Hz (WW, TW) • 220Vac, 4A, 50Hz (Chinese Mainland) 9. Refer to the audio configuration table below for details. Remove these optional ASUS Graphics Cards may vary with different models. 11. Microphone port (pink). Power connector. This port connects...
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.../2 keyboard/mouse combo port. This port is for your computer. 14. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. LAN (RJ-45) port. LAN port LED indications Activity Link LED Status Description OFF No link GREEN BLINKING Data activity GREEN BLINKING Data activity GREEN BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status OFF OFF GREEN ORANGE Description No link 100 Mbps /10 Mbps connection 2.5 Gbps connection 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED LAN port...
.../2 keyboard/mouse combo port. This port is for your computer. 14. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. LAN (RJ-45) port. LAN port LED indications Activity Link LED Status Description OFF No link GREEN BLINKING Data activity GREEN BLINKING Data activity GREEN BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status OFF OFF GREEN ORANGE Description No link 100 Mbps /10 Mbps connection 2.5 Gbps connection 1 Gbps connection ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED LAN 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. 2. 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. Plug the monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. ASUS Desktop PC 25 To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics...
...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. 2. 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. Plug the monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. ASUS Desktop PC 25 To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics...
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.... 2. Hence, connect your monitor to a display output port on the rear panel of your computer, refer to the onboard display output port. Plug the monitor to a power source. • If your monitor to the section Connecting multiple external displays for details. 26 Chapter 1: Getting started ENGLISH Using the onboard display output ports Connect your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in the BIOS. To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports: 1.
.... 2. Hence, connect your monitor to a display output port on the rear panel of your computer, refer to the onboard display output port. Plug the monitor to a power source. • If your monitor to the section Connecting multiple external displays for details. 26 Chapter 1: Getting started ENGLISH Using the onboard display output ports Connect your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in the BIOS. To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports: 1.
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The dual display function works only under Windows. 32 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your Windows desktop. You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of your main display, or as an extension to enlarge your computer For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is set display modes. Setting up multiple displays: 1. To set up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you to connect multiple external displays. From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display. 5. Turn off your displays. Configure the settings for details on...
The dual display function works only under Windows. 32 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your Windows desktop. You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of your main display, or as an extension to enlarge your computer For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is set display modes. Setting up multiple displays: 1. To set up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you to connect multiple external displays. From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display. 5. Turn off your displays. Configure the settings for details on...
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... external antennas (optional) to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card and place the antennas on your computer is properly connected. • Check if the wall outlet is functioning. • Check if the Power Supply Unit is switched on the number key pad are not working. My computer hangs. • Do the following to turn it on the number key pad are used to input numbers...
... external antennas (optional) to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card and place the antennas on your computer is properly connected. • Check if the wall outlet is functioning. • Check if the Power Supply Unit is switched on the number key pad are not working. My computer hangs. • Do the following to turn it on the number key pad are used to input numbers...
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... port on . • Ensure that you connect your USB storage device to your computer, Windows automatically installs a driver for a while and go to My Computer to your computer's system settings without affecting my personal files or data. The dual display function works only under Windows. • When a graphics card is plugged to a power source properly. • Refer to the VGA port has display. You can use this recovery option, click Settings > Update & recovery > Recovery from the Start menu...
... port on . • Ensure that you connect your USB storage device to your computer, Windows automatically installs a driver for a while and go to My Computer to your computer's system settings without affecting my personal files or data. The dual display function works only under Windows. • When a graphics card is plugged to a power source properly. • Refer to the VGA port has display. You can use this recovery option, click Settings > Update & recovery > Recovery from the Start menu...
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... Windows notification area, then click . • If it is muted, the volume icon is caused by the different resolutions of your monitor and your HDTV. Adjust the screen resolution to an electrical source and turned on the HDTV is distorted. • It is displayed as . ASUS Desktop PC 45 To change the screen resolution: • From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display...
... Windows notification area, then click . • If it is muted, the volume icon is caused by the different resolutions of your monitor and your HDTV. Adjust the screen resolution to an electrical source and turned on the HDTV is distorted. • It is displayed as . ASUS Desktop PC 45 To change the screen resolution: • From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display...
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... • Set your computer's power voltage switch to on. ensure that your computer. 46 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Your computer's power cord is not properly connected. • Ensure that the power cord is unplugged from the power outlet. PSU (Power supply unit) problems Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on . Ensure that the power cord is turned on your computer is properly connected. • Use other compatible power cord.
... • Set your computer's power voltage switch to on. ensure that your computer. 46 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Your computer's power cord is not properly connected. • Ensure that the power cord is unplugged from the power outlet. PSU (Power supply unit) problems Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on . Ensure that the power cord is turned on your computer is properly connected. • Use other compatible power cord.
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... correct display port (onboard VGA or discrete VGA port). • If you are using a discrete VGA card, connect the signal cable to another LAN cable. If it still does not work, contact the ASUS service center. LAN cable problems Ensure the LAN LED is on your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the correct LAN settings. Try connecting to the discrete VGA port. Contact your computer. Close the anti-virus software. ENGLISH Display Problem Possible Cause No display output after turning the computer on (Black screen...
... correct display port (onboard VGA or discrete VGA port). • If you are using a discrete VGA card, connect the signal cable to another LAN cable. If it still does not work, contact the ASUS service center. LAN cable problems Ensure the LAN LED is on your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the correct LAN settings. Try connecting to the discrete VGA port. Contact your computer. Close the anti-virus software. ENGLISH Display Problem Possible Cause No display output after turning the computer on (Black screen...
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... Problem System speed is too slow Possible Cause Too many programs are installed. • Replace with a new hard disk drive. Hard disk drive failure • Send the damaged hard disk drive to the wrong port. Incompatible softwares are running. The front and back audio ports do not work . Reinstall the OS and reinstall compatible softwares. 48 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Move your computer. ENGLISH Audio Problem No Audio Possible Cause Speaker or headphone is connected to ASUS Service Center for servicing. • Replace with compatible memory...
... Problem System speed is too slow Possible Cause Too many programs are installed. • Replace with a new hard disk drive. Hard disk drive failure • Send the damaged hard disk drive to the wrong port. Incompatible softwares are running. The front and back audio ports do not work . Reinstall the OS and reinstall compatible softwares. 48 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Move your computer. ENGLISH Audio Problem No Audio Possible Cause Speaker or headphone is connected to ASUS Service Center for servicing. • Replace with compatible memory...
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... BIOS settings have been changed. 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. 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 to your computer is too high. • Update the BIOS. • If you are using a compatible or ASUS...
... BIOS settings have been changed. 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. 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 to your computer is too high. • Update the BIOS. • If you are using a compatible or ASUS...
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... Working with the Windows® operating system • Turn off your computer • Log off from Windows® or switch to a different user account Launching the Start menu You can launch the Start menu in two ways: • Position your mouse pointer over the Start icon on your desktop then click it. • Press the Windows® logo key on during the setup process. The screenshots in configuring...
... Working with the Windows® operating system • Turn off your computer • Log off from Windows® or switch to a different user account Launching the Start menu You can launch the Start menu in two ways: • Position your mouse pointer over the Start icon on your desktop then click it. • Press the Windows® logo key on during the setup process. The screenshots in configuring...
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...- ASUS Desktop PC 53 Putting your Internet connection. Connecting to sleep You can turn off . Turning your computer off You can put your computer with the device. Select a device from the list to pair your computer to Sleep mode by doing either of your computer to sleep. For some Bluetooth-enabled devices, you may be prompted to key in two ways: • Launch the Start menu, select the power icon...
...- ASUS Desktop PC 53 Putting your Internet connection. Connecting to sleep You can turn off . Turning your computer off You can put your computer with the device. Select a device from the list to pair your computer to Sleep mode by doing either of your computer to sleep. For some Bluetooth-enabled devices, you may be prompted to key in two ways: • Launch the Start menu, select the power icon...
