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...21 Connecting microphone and speakers 22 Connecting multiple external displays 25 Connecting an HDTV 26 Chapter 3 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 27 Using the memory card reader 28 Using the optical drive 29 Using the keyboard (on selected models only 30 Chapter 4 Connecting to ...Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 33 Appendix Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual Chapter 1 Using Windows® 7 Starting for the first time 43 Using Windows® 7 desktop 44 Managing your files and folders 46 Restoring your system settings 48 3
...21 Connecting microphone and speakers 22 Connecting multiple external displays 25 Connecting an HDTV 26 Chapter 3 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 27 Using the memory card reader 28 Using the optical drive 29 Using the keyboard (on selected models only 30 Chapter 4 Connecting to ...Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 33 Appendix Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual Chapter 1 Using Windows® 7 Starting for the first time 43 Using Windows® 7 desktop 44 Managing your files and folders 46 Restoring your system settings 48 3
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... Windows® 8.1 lock screen 51 Using the Windows® UI 52 Working with Windows® apps 55 Other keyboard shortcuts 60 Turning your Desktop PC OFF 61 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 61 Entering the BIOS Setup 62 Chapter 3 Other Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 functions Removing a USB storage device 63 Configuring the screen...
... Windows® 8.1 lock screen 51 Using the Windows® UI 52 Working with Windows® apps 55 Other keyboard shortcuts 60 Turning your Desktop PC OFF 61 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 61 Entering the BIOS Setup 62 Chapter 3 Other Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 functions Removing a USB storage device 63 Configuring the screen...
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...; Ensure that your power supply is broken, do not shove any extra moisture with a dry cloth. • DO NOT place on the Desktop PC to or use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Hazardous Moving Parts Warning WARNING: Keep fingers and other peripherals. • To prevent electrical ...shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from any moving parts. Wipe the Desktop PC using an adapter or extension cord. Safety information Disconnect the AC power and peripherals before servicing product. Seek servicing if the casing has...
...; Ensure that your power supply is broken, do not shove any extra moisture with a dry cloth. • DO NOT place on the Desktop PC to or use near liquids, rain, or moisture. Hazardous Moving Parts Warning WARNING: Keep fingers and other peripherals. • To prevent electrical ...shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from any moving parts. Wipe the Desktop PC using an adapter or extension cord. Safety information Disconnect the AC power and peripherals before servicing product. Seek servicing if the casing has...
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...• The user manual is located in the following symbols used in your Desktop PC: • C:\Program Files(X86)\ASUS\eManual 10 ASUS Local Technical Support Visit ASUS website at http://support.asus.com/contact for product and software updates. Conventions used throughout this guide To ensure... complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to the ASUS website www.asus.com. Refer to help you MUST follow to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to ...
...• The user manual is located in the following symbols used in your Desktop PC: • C:\Program Files(X86)\ASUS\eManual 10 ASUS Local Technical Support Visit ASUS website at http://support.asus.com/contact for product and software updates. Conventions used throughout this guide To ensure... complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to the ASUS website www.asus.com. Refer to help you MUST follow to complete a task. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to ...
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Actual product specifications may vary with different models. 11 Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Power cord x1 Installation Guide Support DVD x1 (Optional) Recovery DVD 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. 11 Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Power cord x1 Installation Guide Support DVD x1 (Optional) Recovery DVD 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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Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your computer Illustrations are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS P50AD Desktop PC! Front panel ASUS ENTERTAINMENT SERIES ASUS P50AD 13 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. The ASUS P50AD Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. 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. All these values are for purchasing the ASUS P50AD Desktop PC! Front panel ASUS ENTERTAINMENT SERIES ASUS P50AD 13 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. The ASUS P50AD Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. Getting to know your ASUS Desktop PC. Thank you for reference only.
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Press the power button on your computer after setting up your computer. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. ASUS ENTERTAINMENT SERIES ASUS P50AD 19 Power button 3. Turn your Desktop PC, refer to turn your computer ON: 1. ENGLISH Turning your computer ON This section describes how to the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Guide, which can be found in this guide. For details on shutting down your monitor ON. 2. Turning your computer ON To turn on your computer.
Press the power button on your computer after setting up your computer. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. ASUS ENTERTAINMENT SERIES ASUS P50AD 19 Power button 3. Turn your Desktop PC, refer to turn your computer ON: 1. ENGLISH Turning your computer ON This section describes how to the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Guide, which can be found in this guide. For details on shutting down your monitor ON. 2. Turning your computer ON To turn on your computer.
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ASUS P50AD 21 The USB ports allow you to the section Removing a USB storage device in the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Guide, which can be found in this guide. ENGLISH Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer. ASUS ENTERTAINMENT SERIES Front panel (USB 3.0) Rear panel (USB 2.0) 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 Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 ports on the rear panel and USB3.0 ports on the front panel.
ASUS P50AD 21 The USB ports allow you to the section Removing a USB storage device in the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Guide, which can be found in this guide. ENGLISH Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer. ASUS ENTERTAINMENT SERIES Front panel (USB 3.0) Rear panel (USB 2.0) 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 Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 ports on the rear panel and USB3.0 ports on the front panel.
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The audio I/O ports located on both the front and rear panels. ASUS ENTERTAINMENT SERIES ASUS ENTERTAINMENT SERIES ENGLISH Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on the rear panel allow you to your computer Connecting Headphone and Mic Connecting 2.1-channel Speakers 22 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to connect 2.1-channel, 4.1-channel, 5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel stereo speakers.
The audio I/O ports located on both the front and rear panels. ASUS ENTERTAINMENT SERIES ASUS ENTERTAINMENT SERIES ENGLISH Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on the rear panel allow you to your computer Connecting Headphone and Mic Connecting 2.1-channel Speakers 22 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to connect 2.1-channel, 4.1-channel, 5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel stereo speakers.
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ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to be found in this guide. The dual display function works only under Windows. 3. ASUS P50AD 25 Setting up your computer section in Chapter 1 for details on how ...to connect a monitor to your computer. Turn off your Windows desktop. Refer to Setting up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you ...
ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to be found in this guide. The dual display function works only under Windows. 3. ASUS P50AD 25 Setting up your computer section in Chapter 1 for details on how ...to connect a monitor to your computer. Turn off your Windows desktop. Refer to Setting up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you ...
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..., use a wrist rest for support to reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC. Eye level to the top of the monitor screen Foot rest 90˚ angles To maintain the proper posture: • Position ... angle when you are slightly higher than your hips to relax the backs of your thighs. ASUS P50AD 27 ENGLISH Chapter 3 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...
..., use a wrist rest for support to reduce the pressure on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC. Eye level to the top of the monitor screen Foot rest 90˚ angles To maintain the proper posture: • Position ... angle when you are slightly higher than your hips to relax the backs of your thighs. ASUS P50AD 27 ENGLISH Chapter 3 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...
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... Launch the Desktop Mode from the section Working with your files, and click Get Started. ? b) Right click anywhere on the Start screen. On Windows® 8.1: You can use this recovery option, click Settings > PC Settings > Update... and recovery > Recovery from the Charms bar, select Refresh everything without affecting your files recovery option to restore or undo changes to your computer's system settings without affecting your personal data such as documents or photos. On Windows® 8.1: Do any of your monitor and your Desktop Mode screen. ASUS P50AD...
... Launch the Desktop Mode from the section Working with your files, and click Get Started. ? b) Right click anywhere on the Start screen. On Windows® 8.1: You can use this recovery option, click Settings > PC Settings > Update... and recovery > Recovery from the Charms bar, select Refresh everything without affecting your files recovery option to restore or undo changes to your computer's system settings without affecting your personal data such as documents or photos. On Windows® 8.1: Do any of your monitor and your Desktop Mode screen. ASUS P50AD...
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...fan runs on its default settings. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Ensure that you know how to reinstall the motherboard, try to clean the inner space of the chassis. • C ontact the ASUS Service Center for assistance. The system temperature is booting ...too noisy when in an area with good air flow. • Update the BIOS. • If you are using a compatible or ASUS-recommended CPU fan. Restore the BIOS to download the latest BIOS versions. ENGLISH CPU Problem Too noisy right after entering the OS. Old BIOS...
...fan runs on its default settings. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Ensure that you know how to reinstall the motherboard, try to clean the inner space of the chassis. • C ontact the ASUS Service Center for assistance. The system temperature is booting ...too noisy when in an area with good air flow. • Update the BIOS. • If you are using a compatible or ASUS-recommended CPU fan. Restore the BIOS to download the latest BIOS versions. ENGLISH CPU Problem Too noisy right after entering the OS. Old BIOS...