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...the first time 19 Using the Windows® UI 20 Working with Windows® apps 23 Other keyboard shortcuts 28 Turning your Desktop PC OFF 29 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 29 Entering the BIOS Setup 30 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 31 Connecting ...multiple external displays 35 Connecting an HDTV 37 Chapter 4: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 39 Using the memory card reader 40 Using the optical drive 41 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection 43
...the first time 19 Using the Windows® UI 20 Working with Windows® apps 23 Other keyboard shortcuts 28 Turning your Desktop PC OFF 29 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 29 Entering the BIOS Setup 30 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 31 Connecting ...multiple external displays 35 Connecting an HDTV 37 Chapter 4: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 39 Using the memory card reader 40 Using the optical drive 41 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection 43
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Contents Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 49 Recovering your system 56 Appendix Windows® 8.1 User Manual Starting for the first time 61 Windows® 8.1 lock screen 61 Using the Windows® UI 62 Working with Windows® apps 65 Other keyboard shortcuts 70 Turning your Desktop PC OFF 71 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 71 Entering the BIOS Setup 72 Recovering your system 73 ASUS contact information ASUS contact information 76
Contents Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 49 Recovering your system 56 Appendix Windows® 8.1 User Manual Starting for the first time 61 Windows® 8.1 lock screen 61 Using the Windows® UI 62 Working with Windows® apps 65 Other keyboard shortcuts 70 Turning your Desktop PC OFF 71 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 71 Entering the BIOS Setup 72 Recovering your system 73 ASUS contact information ASUS contact information 76
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...system. • Seek professional assistance before cleaning. Safety information Disconnect the AC power and peripherals before using an adapter or extension cord. Wipe the Desktop PC using , contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT operate during a... gas leak. • DO NOT place or drop objects on the Desktop PC to prevent the system from getting overheated. • DO NOT use the modem during electrical storms. • Battery safety warning: DO NOT...
...system. • Seek professional assistance before cleaning. Safety information Disconnect the AC power and peripherals before using an adapter or extension cord. Wipe the Desktop PC using , contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT operate during a... gas leak. • DO NOT place or drop objects on the Desktop PC to prevent the system from getting overheated. • DO NOT use the modem during electrical storms. • Battery safety warning: DO NOT...
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...65533;t�e��a��ta��s�k�. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to the ASUS website www.asus.com. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: I�n�... Engineer. • The user manual is located in the following folder in your Desktop PC: • C:\Program Files(X86)\ASUS\eManual ASUS Local Technical Support Visit ASUS website at http://support.asus.com/contact for product and software updates. Refer to complete a task. Conventions used...
...65533;t�e��a��ta��s�k�. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to the ASUS website www.asus.com. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: I�n�... Engineer. • The user manual is located in the following folder in your Desktop PC: • C:\Program Files(X86)\ASUS\eManual ASUS Local Technical Support Visit ASUS website at http://support.asus.com/contact for product and software updates. Refer to complete a task. Conventions used...
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Actual product specifications may vary with different models. 10 Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Installation Guide Power cord x1 DVD/SDVD/RDVD x1 (optional) Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 • 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. 10 Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Installation Guide Power cord x1 DVD/SDVD/RDVD x1 (optional) Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 • 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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All these values are for purchasing the ASUS M70AD Desktop PC! The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. Thank you for reference only. Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. Front panel ASUS M70AD 11 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! The ASUS M70AD Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities.
All these values are for purchasing the ASUS M70AD Desktop PC! The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. Thank you for reference only. Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. Front panel ASUS M70AD 11 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! The ASUS M70AD Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities.
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ENGLISH Turning your computer ON This section describes how to the section Turning your computer. Power button 3. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. • For details on your monitor ON. 2. Turn your computer. Press the power button on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to turn your computer ON: 1. Turning your computer ON To turn on your computer after setting up your Desktop PC OFF in Chapter 2. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started
ENGLISH Turning your computer ON This section describes how to the section Turning your computer. Power button 3. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. • For details on your monitor ON. 2. Turn your computer. Press the power button on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to turn your computer ON: 1. Turning your computer ON To turn on your computer after setting up your Desktop PC OFF in Chapter 2. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started
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... Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8 Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in /out button for live tiles User account Zoom in to your Desktop PC. ENGLISH Using the Windows® UI The Windows® User Interface (UI) is required to run Windows® apps.
... Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8 Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in /out button for live tiles User account Zoom in to your Desktop PC. ENGLISH Using the Windows® UI The Windows® User Interface (UI) is required to run Windows® apps.
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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 M70AD 21 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 M70AD 21 ENGLISH Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you to the next page for the Hotspots' functions.
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...in�t�e�r��to� change to launch and customize your apps. ENGLISH Working with Windows® apps Use your Desktop PC's keyboard or mouse to a hand icon. Customizing apps You can move, resize, or unpin apps from the Start screen using the ...65533;�m��o�f��th�e��s�c�r�e�e��n��to a new location. ASUS M70AD 23 Launching apps • Position your mouse pointer on the app to launch your selected app. Resizing apps Right-click the ...
...in�t�e�r��to� change to launch and customize your apps. ENGLISH Working with Windows® apps Use your Desktop PC's keyboard or mouse to a hand icon. Customizing apps You can move, resize, or unpin apps from the Start screen using the ...65533;�m��o�f��th�e��s�c�r�e�e��n��to a new location. ASUS M70AD 23 Launching apps • Position your mouse pointer on the app to launch your selected app. Resizing apps Right-click the ...
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... bar The Charms bar is a toolbar that allow you to launch the Charms bar. • Move your mouse pointer on the right side of your Desktop PC. Use your Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of white icons. ASUS M70AD 25
... bar The Charms bar is a toolbar that allow you to launch the Charms bar. • Move your mouse pointer on the right side of your Desktop PC. Use your Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of white icons. ASUS M70AD 25
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... to access and share files with the devices attached to share applications via social networking sites or email. Share This tool allows you to your Desktop PC such as an external display or printer. Settings This tool allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your...
... to access and share files with the devices attached to share applications via social networking sites or email. Share This tool allows you to your Desktop PC such as an external display or printer. Settings This tool allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your...
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...the Snap bar. b) Hover the mouse pointer on an app to launch it. The first app would automatically be placed in the bigger display area. 3. ASUS M70AD 27 c) Once the pointer changes to a hand icon, drag and drop the app to the right or left side of at least 1366 x 768 ... display area. 2. Snap feature The Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps, press + . Using your Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen. To switch between apps. A screen resolution of the display panel. Using your mouse a) Click on the top side...
...the Snap bar. b) Hover the mouse pointer on an app to launch it. The first app would automatically be placed in the bigger display area. 3. ASUS M70AD 27 c) Once the pointer changes to a hand icon, drag and drop the app to the right or left side of at least 1366 x 768 ... display area. 2. Snap feature The Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps, press + . Using your Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen. To switch between apps. A screen resolution of the display panel. Using your mouse a) Click on the top side...
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... do a normal shutdown. • From the login screen, click Power > Shutdown. • If your Desktop PC is unresponsive, press and hold the power button for at the desktop. Opens the Narrator Settings. + Enables the print screen function. + Turning your D��e�s�k�to...to shut down your Desktop PC: • From the Charms bar, click Settings > Power > Shut down to sleep To put your Desktop PC turns off. Allows you to peek at least four (4) seconds until your Desktop PC on Sleep mode, press the Power button once. ASUS M70AD 29 ENGLISH Launches ...
... do a normal shutdown. • From the login screen, click Power > Shutdown. • If your Desktop PC is unresponsive, press and hold the power button for at the desktop. Opens the Narrator Settings. + Enables the print screen function. + Turning your D��e�s�k�to...to shut down your Desktop PC: • From the Charms bar, click Settings > Power > Shut down to sleep To put your Desktop PC turns off. Allows you to peek at least four (4) seconds until your Desktop PC on Sleep mode, press the Power button once. ASUS M70AD 29 ENGLISH Launches ...
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... In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to turn on the screen during POST. • When your Desktop PC. ENGLISH Entering the BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that you change the default BIOS settings...174; 8 boot time is quite fast, so we developed the following circumstances: • An error message appears on your Desktop PC is off, disconnect�th��e�p��o�w��e�r�c�o�r�d��f�ro...
... In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to turn on the screen during POST. • When your Desktop PC. ENGLISH Entering the BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that you change the default BIOS settings...174; 8 boot time is quite fast, so we developed the following circumstances: • An error message appears on your Desktop PC is off, disconnect�th��e�p��o�w��e�r�c�o�r�d��f�ro...
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... a USB storage device when data transfer is in progress. To remove a USB storage device: 1. Click from 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 launch the... Desktop Mode. 2. To connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to your USB storage devices to Remove Hardware message pops up, remove the USB storage device from the taskbar, then click Eject [Name of USB Drive]. 3. ASUS M70AD 31
... a USB storage device when data transfer is in progress. To remove a USB storage device: 1. Click from 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 launch the... Desktop Mode. 2. To connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to your USB storage devices to Remove Hardware message pops up, remove the USB storage device from the taskbar, then click Eject [Name of USB Drive]. 3. ASUS M70AD 31
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... monitors, you to connect multiple external displays. Turn off your computer, connect the monitors on how to connect a monitor to your Windows desktop. ASUS M70AD 35 When a graphics card is set display modes. Refer to Setting up your computer section in your computer. 2. For some graphic cards...monitor as an extension to enlarge your computer. The dual display function works only under Windows. ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set to be the primary display has display ...
... monitors, you to connect multiple external displays. Turn off your computer, connect the monitors on how to connect a monitor to your Windows desktop. ASUS M70AD 35 When a graphics card is set display modes. Refer to Setting up your computer section in your computer. 2. For some graphic cards...monitor as an extension to enlarge your computer. The dual display function works only under Windows. ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set to be the primary display has display ...
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...the height of your chair to make sure that your elbows are slightly higher than your hips to relax the backs of your Desktop PC. ASUS M70AD 39 If necessary, use a wrist rest for support to reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using ...and fully enjoying your thighs. ENGLISH Chapter 4 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 tips on your wrists while...
...the height of your chair to make sure that your elbows are slightly higher than your hips to relax the backs of your Desktop PC. ASUS M70AD 39 If necessary, use a wrist rest for support to reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using ...and fully enjoying your thighs. ENGLISH Chapter 4 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 tips on your wrists while...
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...Restore the BIOS to its full speed when the computer is powering on. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com to the latest version. Computer is too high. Action It is booting up. Ensure ...fan. Old BIOS version The CPU fan has been replaced. The fan runs on the computer. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for assistance. ASUS M70AD 55 Possible Cause Your computer is normal. ENGLISH CPU Problem Too noisy right after entering the OS. Update ...
...Restore the BIOS to its full speed when the computer is powering on. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com to the latest version. Computer is too high. Action It is booting up. Ensure ...fan. Old BIOS version The CPU fan has been replaced. The fan runs on the computer. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for assistance. ASUS M70AD 55 Possible Cause Your computer is normal. ENGLISH CPU Problem Too noisy right after entering the OS. Update ...
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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