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The ASUS M31AD and M51AD Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS M31AD and M51AD Desktop PC! Front panel M31AD ASUS M31AD and M51AD 11 The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. Thank you for reference only. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. 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!
The ASUS M31AD and M51AD Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS M31AD and M51AD Desktop PC! Front panel M31AD ASUS M31AD and M51AD 11 The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. Thank you for reference only. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. 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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... this button to turn on your USB 3.0 devices. Power button. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 13 Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard. Microphone port. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB 3.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others . Headphone port. M51AD ENGLISH USB 3.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect...
... this button to turn on your USB 3.0 devices. Power button. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 13 Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard. Microphone port. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB 3.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others . Headphone port. M51AD ENGLISH USB 3.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect...
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... damage the system! This port connects to 115V. Line In port (light blue). Plug the power cord to a headphone or speaker. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 15 This port connects to this connector. In a 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration, the function of this switch to select the appropriate ...has the following power ratings: • M31AD: • 110~120Vac / 220~240Vac, 8.0A/4.0A, 60Hz/50Hz • 220~230Vac, 3.5A, 50Hz • M51AD: • 115Vac / 220~230Vac, 7.0A/4.0A, 60Hz/50Hz • 220~230Vac, 3.5A, 50Hz USB 2.0 ports. Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port...
... damage the system! This port connects to 115V. Line In port (light blue). Plug the power cord to a headphone or speaker. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 15 This port connects to this connector. In a 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration, the function of this switch to select the appropriate ...has the following power ratings: • M31AD: • 110~120Vac / 220~240Vac, 8.0A/4.0A, 60Hz/50Hz • 220~230Vac, 3.5A, 50Hz • M51AD: • 115Vac / 220~230Vac, 7.0A/4.0A, 60Hz/50Hz • 220~230Vac, 3.5A, 50Hz USB 2.0 ports. Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port...
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... (on selected models only) Connect your computer. To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. Plug the monitor to a power source. Connect a monitor to a display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 17 ENGLISH Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware...
... (on selected models only) Connect your computer. To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. Plug the monitor to a power source. Connect a monitor to a display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 17 ENGLISH Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware...
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Connecting the power cord Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the rear panel of your USB keyboard and USB mouse to a power source. ENGLISH Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer. ` Connect your computer and the other end to the USB 2.0 ports. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 19
Connecting the power cord Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the rear panel of your USB keyboard and USB mouse to a power source. ENGLISH Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer. ` Connect your computer and the other end to the USB 2.0 ports. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 19
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The USB ports allow you to the section Removing a USB storage device in the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. 21 Front panel M31AD Rear panel M31AD / M51AD ASUS M31AD and M51AD M51AD For details, refer to connect USB devices such as storage devices. To connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to your computer. ENGLISH Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 and USB 3.0 ports on the front and rear panels.
The USB ports allow you to the section Removing a USB storage device in the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. 21 Front panel M31AD Rear panel M31AD / M51AD ASUS M31AD and M51AD M51AD For details, refer to connect USB devices such as storage devices. To connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to your computer. ENGLISH Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 and USB 3.0 ports on the front and rear panels.
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ENGLISH M51AD Connecting 2.1-channel Speakers ASUS M31AD and M51AD 23
ENGLISH M51AD Connecting 2.1-channel Speakers ASUS M31AD and M51AD 23
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For details, refer to connect the HDTV and the computer. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 27 Connecting an HDTV Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your computer. • You need an HDMI cable to the section Configuring the Screen Resolution settings in the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. Turn on your HDMI cable is less than 15 meters. Configure the Screen Resolution settings. The HDMI cable is purchased separately. • To get the best display performance, ensure that your computer. 4. ENGLISH 3.
For details, refer to connect the HDTV and the computer. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 27 Connecting an HDTV Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your computer. • You need an HDMI cable to the section Configuring the Screen Resolution settings in the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. Turn on your HDMI cable is less than 15 meters. Configure the Screen Resolution settings. The HDMI cable is purchased separately. • To get the best display performance, ensure that your computer. 4. ENGLISH 3.
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... your knees. • Adjust the back of your chair so that the base of your spine is necessary to prevent strain to your thighs. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 29 This section provides you , and turn the top of the monitor screen even with your eye level so that your knees are at...
... your knees. • Adjust the back of your chair so that the base of your spine is necessary to prevent strain to your thighs. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 29 This section provides you , and turn the top of the monitor screen even with your eye level so that your knees are at...
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...-click on , press the eject button below the drive bay cover. • Right-click the CD/DVD drive icon on the Start screen's thumbnail. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 31 ENGLISH Using the optical drive 2 1 3 Inserting an optical disc To insert an optical disc: 1. Select a program from the disc tray. To open the...
...-click on , press the eject button below the drive bay cover. • Right-click the CD/DVD drive icon on the Start screen's thumbnail. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 31 ENGLISH Using the optical drive 2 1 3 Inserting an optical disc To insert an optical disc: 1. Select a program from the disc tray. To open the...
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... panel of your DSL/cable modem. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. • Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in this manual. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 33 Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to a DSL/cable modem. Connecting via a DSL/cable modem To connect via a DSL/cable modem...
... panel of your DSL/cable modem. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. • Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in this manual. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 33 Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to a DSL/cable modem. Connecting via a DSL/cable modem To connect via a DSL/cable modem...
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Wireless AP Modem • To increase the range and sensitivity of your computer to the Internet through a wireless connection. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 35 To establish a wireless connection, you need to connect to a wireless access point (AP). ENGLISH Wireless connection (on the top ...of the wireless radio signal, connect the external antennas to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card. • Place the antennas on selected ...
Wireless AP Modem • To increase the range and sensitivity of your computer to the Internet through a wireless connection. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 35 To establish a wireless connection, you need to connect to a wireless access point (AP). ENGLISH Wireless connection (on the top ...of the wireless radio signal, connect the external antennas to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card. • Place the antennas on selected ...
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...turn it on the operating system: On Windows® 7: a) Click Applications tab. On Windows® 8.1: Under Task Manager in Chapter 1. ? ASUS M31AD and M51AD 37 Do the following to close the programs that is not responding, then click End Task. • If the keyboard is switched on the... top of your chassis until the computer shuts down. I cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card (on the ...
...turn it on the operating system: On Windows® 7: a) Click Applications tab. On Windows® 8.1: Under Task Manager in Chapter 1. ? ASUS M31AD and M51AD 37 Do the following to close the programs that is not responding, then click End Task. • If the keyboard is switched on the... top of your chassis until the computer shuts down. I cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card (on the ...
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... settings without affecting your system in Chapter 2. The picture on the confirmation message. When the pop-up menu appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 39
... settings without affecting your system in Chapter 2. The picture on the confirmation message. When the pop-up menu appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 39
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Ensure that the power cord is properly connected. • Use other compatible power cord. Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on your area's power requirements. • Adjust the voltage settings. ENGLISH Power Problem No power (The power ... . • Ensure that the power cord is unplugged from the power outlet. Press the power key on the front panel to your computer. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 41 PSU (Power supply unit) problems Action • Set your computer's power voltage switch to ensure that your computer is not properly connected. ...
Ensure that the power cord is properly connected. • Use other compatible power cord. Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on your area's power requirements. • Adjust the voltage settings. ENGLISH Power Problem No power (The power ... . • Ensure that the power cord is unplugged from the power outlet. Press the power key on the front panel to your computer. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 41 PSU (Power supply unit) problems Action • Set your computer's power voltage switch to ensure that your computer is not properly connected. ...
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ASUS M31AD and M51AD 43 If one port failed, check if the port is too slow The system often hangs or freezes...; Disconnect and reconnect the speaker to your computer. • Reinstall the operating system. • S end the damaged hard disk drive to ASUS Service Center for servicing. • Replace with a new hard disk drive. • Replace with better air flow. Reinstall the audio driver .... • Remove the extra memory modules that you have installed, then try again. • Contact the ASUS Service Center for assistance. Try using another speaker or headphone.
ASUS M31AD and M51AD 43 If one port failed, check if the port is too slow The system often hangs or freezes...; Disconnect and reconnect the speaker to your computer. • Reinstall the operating system. • S end the damaged hard disk drive to ASUS Service Center for servicing. • Replace with a new hard disk drive. • Replace with better air flow. Reinstall the audio driver .... • Remove the extra memory modules that you have installed, then try again. • Contact the ASUS Service Center for assistance. Try using another speaker or headphone.