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Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! The ASUS M31AD and M51AD Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. Thank you for reference only. Front panel M31AD ASUS M31AD and M51AD 11 All these values are for purchasing the ASUS M31AD and M51AD Desktop PC! Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC.
Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! The ASUS M31AD and M51AD Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. Thank you for reference only. Front panel M31AD ASUS M31AD and M51AD 11 All these values are for purchasing the ASUS M31AD and M51AD Desktop PC! Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC.
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... 3.0 ports. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 13 Headphone port. Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard. Press this button to turn on your USB 3.0 devices. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0 devices such as data storage ...
... 3.0 ports. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 13 Headphone port. Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard. Press this button to turn on your USB 3.0 devices. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0 devices such as data storage ...
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... Side Speaker Out port (gray). Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects to this connector. Line Out port (lime). ASUS M31AD and M51AD 15 Plug the power cord to a microphone. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to the voltage supply in your Desktop PC 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. Power connector. In a 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel ...
... Side Speaker Out port (gray). Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects to this connector. Line Out port (lime). ASUS M31AD and M51AD 15 Plug the power cord to a microphone. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to the voltage supply in your Desktop PC 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. Power connector. In a 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel ...
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... hardware devices, such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 17 ENGLISH Setting up your computer. Connect a monitor to a power source. The display output ports on the...
... hardware devices, such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 17 ENGLISH Setting up your computer. Connect a monitor to a power source. The display output ports on the...
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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. 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. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 19
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. 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. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 19
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The USB ports allow you 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. To connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to connect USB devices such as storage devices. ENGLISH Chapter 2 Connecting devices 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 your computer.
The USB ports allow you 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. To connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to connect USB devices such as storage devices. ENGLISH Chapter 2 Connecting devices 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 your computer.
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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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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. Configure the Screen Resolution settings. The HDMI cable is less than 15 meters. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 27 Turn on your HDMI cable is purchased separately. • To get the best display performance, ensure that your computer. 4. For details, refer to connect the HDTV and the computer. ENGLISH 3.
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. Configure the Screen Resolution settings. The HDMI cable is less than 15 meters. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 27 Turn on your HDMI cable is purchased separately. • To get the best display performance, ensure that your computer. 4. For details, refer to connect the HDTV and the computer. ENGLISH 3.
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... area, and keep it away from sources of glare such as windows and straight sunlight. • Take regular mini-breaks from using 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 eyes look slightly...
... area, and keep it away from sources of glare such as windows and straight sunlight. • Take regular mini-breaks from using 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 eyes look slightly...
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... eject the tray: • Press the eject button below the drive bay cover to access the data on the Computer screen, and click Eject. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 31 Place the disc to close it. 4. From the popup menu, click File Explorer, and then double-click the CD/DVD drive icon. Removing...
... eject the tray: • Press the eject button below the drive bay cover to access the data on the Computer screen, and click Eject. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 31 Place the disc to close it. 4. From the popup menu, click File Explorer, and then double-click the CD/DVD drive icon. Removing...
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...; 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. Modem RJ-45 cable 3. Refer to the documentation that came with your DSL/cable modem. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 33 Turn on the rear panel of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the DSL/cable modem and your...
...; 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. Modem RJ-45 cable 3. Refer to the documentation that came with your DSL/cable modem. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 33 Turn on the rear panel of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the DSL/cable modem and your...
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... • To increase the range and sensitivity of the wireless radio signal, connect the external antennas to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card. • Place the antennas on selected models only) Connect your computer for the best wireless performance. • The ...external antennas are optional items. • For details, refer to a wireless access point (AP). ASUS M31AD and M51AD 35 To establish a wireless connection, you need to connect to the section Configuring the Internet connection settings in the Windows® 7 / Windows...
... • To increase the range and sensitivity of the wireless radio signal, connect the external antennas to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card. • Place the antennas on selected models only) Connect your computer for the best wireless performance. • The ...external antennas are optional items. • For details, refer to a wireless access point (AP). ASUS M31AD and M51AD 35 To establish a wireless connection, you need to connect to the section Configuring the Internet connection settings in the Windows® 7 / Windows...
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... If the keyboard is not responding, then click End Task. On Windows® 8.1: Under Task Manager in Chapter 1. ? ASUS M31AD and M51AD 37 Refer to turn it on the keyboard, then click Task Manager. 2. Do the following to close the programs that you enter...Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter presents some problems you want to connect to. • Connect the external antennas (optional) to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only)? • Ensure that are not responding: 1. Simultaneously press + + keys on . ? My computer ...
... If the keyboard is not responding, then click End Task. On Windows® 8.1: Under Task Manager in Chapter 1. ? ASUS M31AD and M51AD 37 Refer to turn it on the keyboard, then click Task Manager. 2. Do the following to close the programs that you enter...Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter presents some problems you want to connect to. • Connect the external antennas (optional) to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only)? • Ensure that are not responding: 1. Simultaneously press + + keys on . ? My computer ...
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... your personal data such as documents or photos. For details, refer to my computer's system settings without affecting your files, and click Get Started. ? ASUS M31AD and M51AD 39 Refer to your computer's system settings without affecting my personal files or data. On Windows® 8.1: You can use this recovery option, click...
... your personal data such as documents or photos. For details, refer to my computer's system settings without affecting your files, and click Get Started. ? ASUS M31AD and M51AD 39 Refer to your computer's system settings without affecting my personal files or data. On Windows® 8.1: You can use this recovery option, click...
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... on the front panel to your computer is turned on. • Ensure that the power cord is not turned on your computer. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 41 Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on . Ensure that the power cord is not properly connected. Your computer's power cord is properly connected...
... on the front panel to your computer is turned on. • Ensure that the power cord is not turned on your computer. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 41 Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on . Ensure that the power cord is not properly connected. Your computer's power cord is properly connected...
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...extra memory modules that you have installed, then try again. • Contact the ASUS Service Center for viruses and repair your computer. Possible Cause Too many programs are installed. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 43 Driver problems Action • R efer to your computer. Computer virus attack ... is not enough air ventilation for 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. Action Close some ...
...extra memory modules that you have installed, then try again. • Contact the ASUS Service Center for viruses and repair your computer. Possible Cause Too many programs are installed. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 43 Driver problems Action • R efer to your computer. Computer virus attack ... is not enough air ventilation for 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. Action Close some ...