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Thank you for reference only. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. Front panel ASUS M51AC 11 The ASUS M51AC Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS M51AC Desktop PC! The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome!
Thank you for reference only. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. Front panel ASUS M51AC 11 The ASUS M51AC Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS M51AC Desktop PC! The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome!
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...-ray, and other protected content. This port connects a display monitor or a home-theater system. Rear panel ENGLISH Power connector. Power switch (on selected models only). ASUS M51AC 13 These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
...-ray, and other protected content. This port connects a display monitor or a home-theater system. Rear panel ENGLISH Power connector. Power switch (on selected models only). ASUS M51AC 13 These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
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... (on this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect ...GREEN Description 10Mbps connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port USB 3.0 ports, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card. The display output ...allows your USB 3.0 devices. This port connects to an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only). This port is for your computer to connect to USB 3.0 ports for...
... (on this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect ...GREEN Description 10Mbps connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port USB 3.0 ports, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card. The display output ...allows your USB 3.0 devices. This port connects to an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only). This port is for your computer to connect to USB 3.0 ports for...
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... Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in Chapter 3 of your computer. 2. Plug the monitor to the onboard display output port. ASUS M51AC 17 To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports: 1. Hence, connect your computer, refer to a display output port on the rear panel...
... Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in Chapter 3 of your computer. 2. Plug the monitor to the onboard display output port. ASUS M51AC 17 To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports: 1. Hence, connect your computer, refer to a display output port on the rear panel...
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Press the power button on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to turn your computer ON: 1. Turn on your computer after setting up your monitor ON. 3. For details on your Desktop PC OFF in Chapter 2. Turn your computer. Power button 4. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. ASUS M51AC 19 ENGLISH Turning your computer ON This section describes how to the section Turning your computer. To turn on the power switch. 2.
Press the power button on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to turn your computer ON: 1. Turn on your computer after setting up your monitor ON. 3. For details on your Desktop PC OFF in Chapter 2. Turn your computer. Power button 4. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. ASUS M51AC 19 ENGLISH Turning your computer ON This section describes how to the section Turning your computer. To turn on the power switch. 2.
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... appears. Turn your Windows® 8 operating system. Wait for the first time: 1. Watch this tutorial to configure the following basic items: • Personalize • Settings 4. ASUS M51AC 21 ENGLISH Chapter 2 Using Windows® 8 Starting for the first time When you start for a few minutes until the setup screen appears. 2. Follow the next...
... appears. Turn your Windows® 8 operating system. Wait for the first time: 1. Watch this tutorial to configure the following basic items: • Personalize • Settings 4. ASUS M51AC 21 ENGLISH Chapter 2 Using Windows® 8 Starting for the first time When you start for a few minutes until the setup screen appears. 2. Follow the next...
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ASUS M51AC 23 ENGLISH Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you to the next page for the Hotspots' functions. The functions in these hotspots can be activated using your Desktop PC. Hotspots on a running app Hotspots on the Start screen Refer to launch programs and access the settings of your mouse.
ASUS M51AC 23 ENGLISH Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you to the next page for the Hotspots' functions. The functions in these hotspots can be activated using your Desktop PC. Hotspots on a running app Hotspots on the Start screen Refer to launch programs and access the settings of your mouse.
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... use the arrow keys to browse through the apps. Customizing apps You can move, resize, or unpin apps from Start. Press to launch your apps. ASUS M51AC 25 ENGLISH Working with Windows® apps Use your Desktop PC's keyboard or mouse to launch and customize your selected app. D��ra�...
... use the arrow keys to browse through the apps. Customizing apps You can move, resize, or unpin apps from Start. Press to launch your apps. ASUS M51AC 25 ENGLISH Working with Windows® apps Use your Desktop PC's keyboard or mouse to launch and customize your selected app. D��ra�...
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... upper or lower right corner of the screen. • Press C�>��. The image above shows how the Charm bar looks like once activated. ASUS M51AC 27 Charm bar The Charm bar is a toolbar that allow you to launch the Charm bar. • Move your mouse pointer on the right side...
... upper or lower right corner of the screen. • Press C�>��. The image above shows how the Charm bar looks like once activated. ASUS M51AC 27 Charm bar The Charm bar is a toolbar that allow you to launch the Charm bar. • Move your mouse pointer on the right side...
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... two apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps, press + . Using your mouse a) Click on the top side of your screen. ASUS M51AC 29 A screen resolution of the display panel. c) Once the pointer changes to a hand icon, drag and drop the app to the right or left side...
... two apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps, press + . Using your mouse a) Click on the top side of your screen. ASUS M51AC 29 A screen resolution of the display panel. c) Once the pointer changes to a hand icon, drag and drop the app to the right or left side...
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Putting your Desktop PC to sleep To put your screen. ASUS M51AC 31 ENGLISH Launches the magnifier and zooms in your Desktop PC on Sleep mode, press the Power button once. Opens the Narrator Settings. + Enables the ...
Putting your Desktop PC to sleep To put your screen. ASUS M51AC 31 ENGLISH Launches the magnifier and zooms in your Desktop PC on Sleep mode, press the Power button once. Opens the Narrator Settings. + Enables the ...
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... devices. When the Safe to Remove Hardware message pops up, remove the USB storage device from the taskbar, then click Eject [Name of USB Drive]. 3. ASUS M51AC 33 ENGLISH Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your USB storage devices to the USB 3.0 ports. Click from your computer. Front panel Rear panel You can connect...
... devices. When the Safe to Remove Hardware message pops up, remove the USB storage device from the taskbar, then click Eject [Name of USB Drive]. 3. ASUS M51AC 33 ENGLISH Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your USB storage devices to the USB 3.0 ports. Click from your computer. Front panel Rear panel You can connect...
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ENGLISH Connecting 4-channel Speakers Connecting 6-channel Speakers ASUS M51AC 35
ENGLISH Connecting 4-channel Speakers Connecting 6-channel Speakers ASUS M51AC 35
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... to connect a monitor to be the primary display has display during POST. To set up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you to the monitors. ASUS M51AC 37 ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set to...
... to connect a monitor to be the primary display has display during POST. To set up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you to the monitors. ASUS M51AC 37 ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set to...
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ASUS M51AC 39 ENGLISH Connecting an HDTV Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to connect the HDTV and the computer. The HDMI cable is purchased separately. • To get the best display performance, ensure that your computer. • You need an HDMI cable to the HDMI port of your HDMI cable is less than 15 meters.
ASUS M51AC 39 ENGLISH Connecting an HDTV Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to connect the HDTV and the computer. The HDMI cable is purchased separately. • To get the best display performance, ensure that your computer. • You need an HDMI cable to the HDMI port of your HDMI cable is less than 15 meters.
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... wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC in front of you are slightly higher than your hips to relax the backs of your thighs. ASUS M51AC 41 ENGLISH Chapter 4 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC When using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC. This section provides you...
... wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC in front of you are slightly higher than your hips to relax the backs of your thighs. ASUS M51AC 41 ENGLISH Chapter 4 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC When using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC. This section provides you...
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... disc: 1. From the popup menu, click File Explorer to access the data on the Start screen's thumbnail. Place the disc to open the Computer screen. 2. ASUS M51AC 43 From the popup menu, click File Explorer, and then double-click the CD/DVD drive icon to open the tray. 2. Remove the disc from...
... disc: 1. From the popup menu, click File Explorer to access the data on the Start screen's thumbnail. Place the disc to open the Computer screen. 2. ASUS M51AC 43 From the popup menu, click File Explorer, and then double-click the CD/DVD drive icon to open the tray. 2. Remove the disc from...
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... (RJ-45) port on the DSL/cable modem and your computer to a DSL/cable modem. Turn on the rear panel of your DSL/cable modem. 2. ASUS M51AC 45 Refer to the documentation that came with your computer and the other end to a DSL/cable modem or a local area network (LAN). Connect one...
... (RJ-45) port on the DSL/cable modem and your computer to a DSL/cable modem. Turn on the rear panel of your DSL/cable modem. 2. ASUS M51AC 45 Refer to the documentation that came with your computer and the other end to a DSL/cable modem or a local area network (LAN). Connect one...
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From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen, click Change Adapter settings. 4. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) and click Properties. ENGLISH Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection To configure a dynamic IP/PPPoE or static IP network connection: 1. From the Start screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop mode. 2. ASUS M51AC 47 and click Open Network 3. Right-click on your LAN and select Properties. 5. From the Windows® taskbar, right-click the network icon and Sharing Center.
From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen, click Change Adapter settings. 4. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) and click Properties. ENGLISH Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection To configure a dynamic IP/PPPoE or static IP network connection: 1. From the Start screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop mode. 2. ASUS M51AC 47 and click Open Network 3. Right-click on your LAN and select Properties. 5. From the Windows® taskbar, right-click the network icon and Sharing Center.
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... needed, enter the preferred DNS Server address and alternative address. 5. When done, click OK. Configuring a static IP network connection To configure a static IP network connection: 1. ASUS M51AC 49 Click Close to finish the configuration. 12. ENGLISH 9.
... needed, enter the preferred DNS Server address and alternative address. 5. When done, click OK. Configuring a static IP network connection To configure a static IP network connection: 1. ASUS M51AC 49 Click Close to finish the configuration. 12. ENGLISH 9.