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... device 21 Connecting microphone and speakers 22 Connecting multiple external displays 25 Connecting an HDTV...27 Chapter 3: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 29 Using the memory card reader 30 Using the optical drive...31 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection...33 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...39 Appendix... time...49 Windows® 8.1 lock screen...49 Using the Windows® UI...50 Working with Windows® apps...53 Other keyboard shortcuts...58 Turning your Desktop PC OFF...59 3
... device 21 Connecting microphone and speakers 22 Connecting multiple external displays 25 Connecting an HDTV...27 Chapter 3: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 29 Using the memory card reader 30 Using the optical drive...31 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection...33 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...39 Appendix... time...49 Windows® 8.1 lock screen...49 Using the Windows® UI...50 Working with Windows® apps...53 Other keyboard shortcuts...58 Turning your Desktop PC OFF...59 3
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Contents Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 59 Entering the BIOS Setup...60 Recovering your system...61 ASUS contact information ASUS contact information...64 4
Contents Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 59 Entering the BIOS Setup...60 Recovering your system...61 ASUS contact information ASUS contact information...64 4
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Wipe the Desktop PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the ...These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your power supply is broken, do not shove any foreign objects into the Desktop PC. • DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. • DO NOT expose to or use damaged power cords, accessories, ... temperatures between 0˚C (32˚F) and 35˚C (95˚F). • DO NOT cover the vents on the Desktop PC to fix it by qualified service personnel.
Wipe the Desktop PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the ...These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your power supply is broken, do not shove any foreign objects into the Desktop PC. • DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. • DO NOT expose to or use damaged power cords, accessories, ... temperatures between 0˚C (32˚F) and 35˚C (95˚F). • DO NOT cover the vents on the Desktop PC to fix it by qualified service personnel.
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... is located in your Desktop PC: C:\Program Files(X86)\ASUS\eManual 10 NOTE: Tips and additional information to complete a task. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS website www.asus.com. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to help you complete a task. ASUS Local Technical Support Visit ASUS website at http...
... is located in your Desktop PC: C:\Program Files(X86)\ASUS\eManual 10 NOTE: Tips and additional information to complete a task. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS website www.asus.com. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to help you complete a task. ASUS Local Technical Support Visit ASUS website at http...
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Actual product specifications may vary with different models. 11 Package contents ASUS Desktop PC ` Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Installation Guide Power cord x1 Power adapter x1 Installation Guide x1 Warranty Card x1 Dipole antenna x1 (optional) / Antenna x 1 (optional) DVD/SDVD/RDVD x1 (optional) • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only.
Actual product specifications may vary with different models. 11 Package contents ASUS Desktop PC ` Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Installation Guide Power cord x1 Power adapter x1 Installation Guide x1 Warranty Card x1 Dipole antenna x1 (optional) / Antenna x 1 (optional) DVD/SDVD/RDVD x1 (optional) • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only.
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Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. The ports, their locations and the chassis color vary with different models. The ASUS Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and usercentric utilities. Thank you for reference only. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 13 Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC!
Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. The ports, their locations and the chassis color vary with different models. The ASUS Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and usercentric utilities. Thank you for reference only. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 13 Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC!
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Press the power button on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to turn your monitor ON. 3. Turn your computer ON: 1. For details on your computer. ENGLISH Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to the Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. 20 Chapter 1: Getting started Turn on /off your computer after setting up your computer. Power button 3. Turning your computer ON To turn on the power switch. 2. Wait until the operating system loads automatically.
Press the power button on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to turn your monitor ON. 3. Turn your computer ON: 1. For details on your computer. ENGLISH Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to the Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. 20 Chapter 1: Getting started Turn on /off your computer after setting up your computer. Power button 3. Turning your computer ON To turn on the power switch. 2. Wait until the operating system loads automatically.
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.... ENGLISH Chapter 2 Connecting devices to Remove Hardware message pops up, remove the USB storage device from your computer. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 21 When the Safe to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 and USB 3.0 ports on both the front and rear panels. Front panel Rear panel To remove...
.... ENGLISH Chapter 2 Connecting devices to Remove Hardware message pops up, remove the USB storage device from your computer. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 21 When the Safe to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 and USB 3.0 ports on both the front and rear panels. Front panel Rear panel To remove...
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The audio I/O ports located on both the front and rear panels. ENGLISH Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on the rear panel allow you to your computer Connecting Headphone and Mic Connecting 2.1-channel Speakers 22 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to connect 2.1-channel, 4.1-channel, 5.1-channel and 7.1-channel stereo speakers.
The audio I/O ports located on both the front and rear panels. ENGLISH Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on the rear panel allow you to your computer Connecting Headphone and Mic Connecting 2.1-channel Speakers 22 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to connect 2.1-channel, 4.1-channel, 5.1-channel and 7.1-channel stereo speakers.
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... has display during POST. Turn off your computer and connect the power cords to the monitors. ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set display modes. When a graphics card is...desktop. Setting up your computer section in your computer, connect the monitors on how to connect a monitor to enlarge your computer. Refer to Setting up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you to your computer. 2. You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of the graphics card. ASUS K31ADE...
... has display during POST. Turn off your computer and connect the power cords to the monitors. ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set display modes. When a graphics card is...desktop. Setting up your computer section in your computer, connect the monitors on how to connect a monitor to enlarge your computer. Refer to Setting up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you to your computer. 2. You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of the graphics card. ASUS K31ADE...
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...; Adjust the height of your chair to make sure that your elbows are at the PC. • Place the monitor directly in a comfortably-lit area, and keep it away from using your thighs. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 29 Eye level to the top of the monitor screen Foot rest... of your chair so that the base of your spine is necessary to prevent strain to your Desktop PC. ENGLISH Chapter 3 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC When using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper posture is firmly supported and angled slightly backward. • Sit upright with...
...; Adjust the height of your chair to make sure that your elbows are at the PC. • Place the monitor directly in a comfortably-lit area, and keep it away from using your thighs. ASUS K31ADE / A31ADE / F31ADE 29 Eye level to the top of the monitor screen Foot rest... of your chair so that the base of your spine is necessary to prevent strain to your Desktop PC. ENGLISH Chapter 3 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC When using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper posture is firmly supported and angled slightly backward. • Sit upright with...
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... http://support.asus.com for assistance. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Computer is too high. • Update the BIOS. • If you are using a compatible or ASUS-recommended CPU fan. Visit the ASUS Support site at http:// support.asus.com to ...BIOS version Action It is booting up. Restore the BIOS to clean the inner space of the chassis. • Contact the ASUS Service Center for the service center information. 46 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting The CPU fan has been replaced. The system temperature is too noisy...
... http://support.asus.com for assistance. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Computer is too high. • Update the BIOS. • If you are using a compatible or ASUS-recommended CPU fan. Visit the ASUS Support site at http:// support.asus.com to ...BIOS version Action It is booting up. Restore the BIOS to clean the inner space of the chassis. • Contact the ASUS Service Center for the service center information. 46 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting The CPU fan has been replaced. The system temperature is too noisy...
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ASUS Desktop PC Windows® 8.1 User Manual Appendix Windows® 8.1 User Manual E8607 First Edition August 2013 Copyright © ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved
ASUS Desktop PC Windows® 8.1 User Manual Appendix Windows® 8.1 User Manual E8607 First Edition August 2013 Copyright © ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved
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...configuring the basic items, the Windows®8.1 tutorial appears. Windows® 8.1 lock screen The Windows®8.1 lock screen may appear when your Desktop PC. To start your computer for the first time, a series of your Windows® 8.1 operating system. Watch this to guide you in...the basic settings of screens appear to learn more about Windows®8.1 functionalities. ASUS Desktop PC 49 Wait for the first time: 1. To proceed, tap on the lock screen or press any key on your Desktop PC enters the Windows®8.1 operating system. Carefully read the License Terms, then ...
...configuring the basic items, the Windows®8.1 tutorial appears. Windows® 8.1 lock screen The Windows®8.1 lock screen may appear when your Desktop PC. To start your computer for the first time, a series of your Windows® 8.1 operating system. Watch this to guide you in...the basic settings of screens appear to learn more about Windows®8.1 functionalities. ASUS Desktop PC 49 Wait for the first time: 1. To proceed, tap on the lock screen or press any key on your Desktop PC enters the Windows®8.1 operating system. Carefully read the License Terms, then ...
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... (UI) is the tile-based display used in to your Microsoft account before they are apps pinned on the Start screen and displayed on your Desktop PC. live tiles User account Windows® apps These are fully launched. 50 Windows® 8.1 User Manual Some apps require signing in Windows®...
... (UI) is the tile-based display used in to your Microsoft account before they are apps pinned on the Start screen and displayed on your Desktop PC. live tiles User account Windows® apps These are fully launched. 50 Windows® 8.1 User Manual Some apps require signing in Windows®...
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ENGLISH Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you to the next page for the Hotspots' functions. ASUS Desktop PC 51 Hotspots on a running app Hotspots on the Start screen Refer to launch programs and access the settings of your mouse. The functions in these hotspots can be activated using your Desktop PC.
ENGLISH Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you to the next page for the Hotspots' functions. ASUS Desktop PC 51 Hotspots on a running app Hotspots on the Start screen Refer to launch programs and access the settings of your mouse. The functions in these hotspots can be activated using your Desktop PC.
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.... Unpinning apps To unpin an app from the Start screen, right-click on the app to launch and customize your apps. ASUS Desktop PC 53 ENGLISH Working with Windows® apps Use your Desktop PC's keyboard or mouse to activate its settings bar, then tap and select an app tile size. Press to launch it...
.... Unpinning apps To unpin an app from the Start screen, right-click on the app to launch and customize your apps. ASUS Desktop PC 53 ENGLISH Working with Windows® apps Use your Desktop PC's keyboard or mouse to activate its settings bar, then tap and select an app tile size. Press to launch it...
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... your screen. It consists of several tools that can be triggered on the upper or lower right corner of the screen. • Press + . Use your Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your mouse pointer on the right side of white icons.... Charms bar The Charms bar is a toolbar that allow you to launch the Charms bar. • Move your Desktop PC. The image above shows how the Charms bar looks like once activated. ASUS Desktop PC 55
... your screen. It consists of several tools that can be triggered on the upper or lower right corner of the screen. • Press + . Use your Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your mouse pointer on the right side of white icons.... Charms bar The Charms bar is a toolbar that allow you to launch the Charms bar. • Move your Desktop PC. The image above shows how the Charms bar looks like once activated. ASUS Desktop PC 55
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... allows you to share applications via social networking sites or email. ENGLISH Inside the Charms bar Search This charm allows you to access the PC settings of your Desktop PC. 56 Windows® 8.1 User Manual Start This charm reverts the display back to a recently opened app. Settings This charm allows you to look...
... allows you to share applications via social networking sites or email. ENGLISH Inside the Charms bar Search This charm allows you to access the PC settings of your Desktop PC. 56 Windows® 8.1 User Manual Start This charm reverts the display back to a recently opened app. Settings This charm allows you to look...
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... Snap bar Using Snap To use Snap: 1. c) Once the pointer changes to a hand icon, drag and drop the app to work or switch between apps. ASUS Desktop PC 57 Using your keyboard • Launch an app then press + < . > + left or right key to place the first app on an app to launch it...to 1366 x 768 pixels or higher before using the Snap feature. Ensure that your screen. b) Hover the mouse pointer on the top side of your Desktop PC's screen resolution is set to activate Snap onscreen. Snap feature The Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to the right or...
... Snap bar Using Snap To use Snap: 1. c) Once the pointer changes to a hand icon, drag and drop the app to work or switch between apps. ASUS Desktop PC 57 Using your keyboard • Launch an app then press + < . > + left or right key to place the first app on an app to launch it...to 1366 x 768 pixels or higher before using the Snap feature. Ensure that your screen. b) Hover the mouse pointer on the top side of your Desktop PC's screen resolution is set to activate Snap onscreen. Snap feature The Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to the right or...