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Thank you for reference only. ASUS M52BC 11 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC! The ASUS Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and usercentric utilities. Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. The ports, their locations and the chassis color vary with different models. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC.
Thank you for reference only. ASUS M52BC 11 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC! The ASUS Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and usercentric utilities. Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. The ports, their locations and the chassis color vary with different models. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC.
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Rear panel Power connector. Plug the power cord to this button to USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. RATING: 115Vac/220-230Vac, 7A/4A, 60/50Hz. Press this connector. USB 2.0 ports. ENGLISH Power button. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to turn on your computer. ASUS M52BC 13
Rear panel Power connector. Plug the power cord to this button to USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. RATING: 115Vac/220-230Vac, 7A/4A, 60/50Hz. Press this connector. USB 2.0 ports. ENGLISH Power button. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to turn on your computer. ASUS M52BC 13
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... Cards may vary with different models. This optional WLAN card allows your computer to connect to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. ASUS M52BC 15 ENGLISH Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Gray Headset 2.1-channel Line In Line Out Mic In - - - 4.1-channel Line In ... Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out - 7.1-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out LAN (RJ-45) port. ASUS Graphics Cards (on selected models only).
... Cards may vary with different models. This optional WLAN card allows your computer to connect to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. ASUS M52BC 15 ENGLISH Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Gray Headset 2.1-channel Line In Line Out Mic In - - - 4.1-channel Line In ... Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out - 7.1-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out LAN (RJ-45) port. ASUS Graphics Cards (on selected models only).
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ASUS M52BC 17 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 M52BC 17 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.
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ASUS M52BC 19 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 both the front and rear panels. To connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to your computer. The USB ports allow you to the section Removing a USB storage device in the Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. Front panel Rear panel For details, refer to connect USB devices such as storage devices.
ASUS M52BC 19 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 both the front and rear panels. To connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to your computer. The USB ports allow you to the section Removing a USB storage device in the Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. Front panel Rear panel For details, refer to connect USB devices such as storage devices.
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ENGLISH LINE OUT Connecting 4.1-channel Speakers Connecting 5.1-channel Speakers LINE OUT ASUS M52BC 21
ENGLISH LINE OUT Connecting 4.1-channel Speakers Connecting 5.1-channel Speakers LINE OUT ASUS M52BC 21
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... of your main display, or as an extension to be found in Chapter 1 for details on how to connect a monitor to connect multiple external displays. ASUS M52BC 23 ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set up...
... of your main display, or as an extension to be found in Chapter 1 for details on how to connect a monitor to connect multiple external displays. ASUS M52BC 23 ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set up...
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... to prevent strain to raise the level of your knees. • Adjust the back of your chair so that the base of your Desktop PC. ASUS M52BC 25 Eye level to the top of the monitor screen Foot rest 90˚ angles To maintain the proper posture: • Position your computer chair...
... to prevent strain to raise the level of your knees. • Adjust the back of your chair so that the base of your Desktop PC. ASUS M52BC 25 Eye level to the top of the monitor screen Foot rest 90˚ angles To maintain the proper posture: • Position your computer chair...
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... the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on the Start screen's thumbnail. Removing an optical disc To remove an optical disc: 1. ASUS M52BC 27 While your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of the following to open the Computer screen. 2. Place the disc on the optical drive...
... the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on the Start screen's thumbnail. Removing an optical disc To remove an optical disc: 1. ASUS M52BC 27 While your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of the following to open the Computer screen. 2. Place the disc on the optical drive...
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Set up your DSL/cable modem. 2. Connect one end of your computer. 4. Modem RJ-45 cable 3. ASUS M52BC 29 Turn on the rear panel of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the DSL/cable modem and your computer ...
Set up your DSL/cable modem. 2. Connect one end of your computer. 4. Modem RJ-45 cable 3. ASUS M52BC 29 Turn on the rear panel of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the DSL/cable modem and your computer ...
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ENGLISH Wi-Fi connection (on the top of your computer to a wireless access point (AP). Wireless AP Modem • 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. ASUS M52BC 31 To establish a Wi-Fi connection, you need to connect to the Internet through a wireless connection.
ENGLISH Wi-Fi connection (on the top of your computer to a wireless access point (AP). Wireless AP Modem • 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. ASUS M52BC 31 To establish a Wi-Fi connection, you need to connect to the Internet through a wireless connection.
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...computer chassis for the wireless network you might encounter and the possible solutions. ? Then press the Power button to turn it on . ASUS M52BC 33 Do the following to close the programs that you enter the correct network security key for the best wireless performance. ENGLISH Chapter ... This chapter presents some problems you want to connect to. • Connect the external antennas (optional) to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card and place the antennas on the keyboard, then click Task Manager. 2. Refer to the section Turning your chassis until the computer...
...computer chassis for the wireless network you might encounter and the possible solutions. ? Then press the Power button to turn it on . ASUS M52BC 33 Do the following to close the programs that you enter the correct network security key for the best wireless performance. ENGLISH Chapter ... This chapter presents some problems you want to connect to. • Connect the external antennas (optional) to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card and place the antennas on the keyboard, then click Task Manager. 2. Refer to the section Turning your chassis until the computer...
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... the Start screen. ENGLISH ? I want to restore or undo changes to my computer's system settings without affecting your personal data such as documents or photos. ASUS M52BC 35
... the Start screen. ENGLISH ? I want to restore or undo changes to my computer's system settings without affecting your personal data such as documents or photos. ASUS M52BC 35
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... computer is properly connected. • Use other compatible power cord. PSU (Power supply unit) problems Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on your area's power requirements. • Adjust the voltage settings. ASUS M52BC 37 ENGLISH Power Problem No power (The power indicator is off) Possible Cause Incorrect power voltage Action...
... computer is properly connected. • Use other compatible power cord. PSU (Power supply unit) problems Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on your area's power requirements. • Adjust the voltage settings. ASUS M52BC 37 ENGLISH Power Problem No power (The power indicator is off) Possible Cause Incorrect power voltage Action...
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...Replace with compatible memory modules. • Remove the extra memory modules that you have installed, then try again. • C ontact the ASUS Service Center for viruses and repair your computer. • Reinstall the operating system. Memory module problems There is connected to the wrong port. ... if the port is too slow Possible Cause Too many programs are installed. • Replace with a new hard disk drive. ASUS M52BC 39 Move your computer to an area with better air flow. Reinstall the audio driver System Problem System speed is set to multi-...
...Replace with compatible memory modules. • Remove the extra memory modules that you have installed, then try again. • C ontact the ASUS Service Center for viruses and repair your computer. • Reinstall the operating system. Memory module problems There is connected to the wrong port. ... if the port is too slow Possible Cause Too many programs are installed. • Replace with a new hard disk drive. ASUS M52BC 39 Move your computer to an area with better air flow. Reinstall the audio driver System Problem System speed is set to multi-...