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... repair, modification of the product is authorized in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; All Rights Reserved. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE...
... repair, modification of the product is authorized in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; All Rights Reserved. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE...
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...)/ Hard Disk Drive (HDD 15 Setting up your computer...18 Turning your computer ON...19 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 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 optical drive...28 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection...29 Wi-Fi connection (on selected models only 33 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...35 Appendix Windows® 10 User Manual Starting...
...)/ Hard Disk Drive (HDD 15 Setting up your computer...18 Turning your computer ON...19 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 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 optical drive...28 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection...29 Wi-Fi connection (on selected models only 33 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...35 Appendix Windows® 10 User Manual Starting...
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... with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is incorrectly replaced. The use of the monitor to the graphics card is no guarantee that interference will not occur in different regions. Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. 4 REACH...
... with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is incorrectly replaced. The use of the monitor to the graphics card is no guarantee that interference will not occur in different regions. Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. 4 REACH...
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... The Center for the exemptions listed in the United States. Service warning label WARNING! Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for assistance. These regulations apply to disassemble or repair the optical drive by weight in homogenous materials for cadmium, except for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of procedures other than those specified herein or in the laser product installation guide...
... The Center for the exemptions listed in the United States. Service warning label WARNING! Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for assistance. These regulations apply to disassemble or repair the optical drive by weight in homogenous materials for cadmium, except for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of procedures other than those specified herein or in the laser product installation guide...
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... service technician or your power supply is broken, do not shove any moving parts. Replacing fan components should be attempted by yourself. Safety information Disconnect the AC power and peripherals before using an adapter or extension cord. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. • DO NOT expose to the correct voltage in your local power company. • If the power supply is set...
... service technician or your power supply is broken, do not shove any moving parts. Replacing fan components should be attempted by yourself. Safety information Disconnect the AC power and peripherals before using an adapter or extension cord. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. • DO NOT expose to the correct voltage in your local power company. • If the power supply is set...
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Package contents Desktop PC GL12CM Keyboard x1 Installation Guide Mouse x1 Power cord x1 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 Desktop PC GL12CM Keyboard x1 Installation Guide Mouse x1 Power cord x1 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
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...) / Memory Stick (MS) card slot. There is an optical disk drive in this button to USB 3.1 gen1 ports for faster and better performance for your computer. Front ENGLISH USB 3.1 gen1 port. Power button. This port connects to USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others . • DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.1 gen1 port when installing Windows® operating system. • Due to USB 3.1 gen1 controller limitations, USB 3.1 gen1 devices can only be used under a Windows®...
...) / Memory Stick (MS) card slot. There is an optical disk drive in this button to USB 3.1 gen1 ports for faster and better performance for your computer. Front ENGLISH USB 3.1 gen1 port. Power button. This port connects to USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others . • DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.1 gen1 port when installing Windows® operating system. • Due to USB 3.1 gen1 controller limitations, USB 3.1 gen1 devices can only be used under a Windows®...
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... configuration, the function of the audio ports in a 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration. Rear Speaker Out 5.1-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out 7.1-channel Side speaker Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Power connector. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card. This port allows Gigabit connection to a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. This port connects to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Port Light...
... configuration, the function of the audio ports in a 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration. Rear Speaker Out 5.1-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out 7.1-channel Side speaker Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Power connector. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card. This port allows Gigabit connection to a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. This port connects to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Port Light...
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Plug the monitor to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer. ` 18 Chapter 1: Getting started ENGLISH Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your monitor to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your computer. Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to a power source. Connect a monitor to a display ...
Plug the monitor to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer. ` 18 Chapter 1: Getting started ENGLISH Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your monitor to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your computer. Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to a power source. Connect a monitor to a display ...
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... monitors. Turn off your Windows desktop. The dual display function works only under Windows. From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display. 5. Setting up multiple displays: 1. ASUS GL12CM 25 Turn on how to connect a monitor to be the primary display has display during POST. For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is set display modes. Refer to your displays. Connect the two monitors to Setting up your computer section in Chapter 1 for your computer and connect the power cords to connect multiple external displays. Configure...
... monitors. Turn off your Windows desktop. The dual display function works only under Windows. From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display. 5. Setting up multiple displays: 1. ASUS GL12CM 25 Turn on how to connect a monitor to be the primary display has display during POST. For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is set display modes. Refer to your displays. Connect the two monitors to Setting up your computer section in Chapter 1 for your computer and connect the power cords to connect multiple external displays. Configure...
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... Open Network and Sharing Center screen, click Change Adapter settings. 3. ASUS GL12CM 31 Launch Network and Sharing Center in either of these two ways: a) From the taskbar, right-click , then click Open Network and Sharing Center. b) From the Start menu, click Settings > Network & Internet > Ethernet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/ IPv4) and click Properties. 5. Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. ENGLISH Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection To configure...
... Open Network and Sharing Center screen, click Change Adapter settings. 3. ASUS GL12CM 31 Launch Network and Sharing Center in either of these two ways: a) From the taskbar, right-click , then click Open Network and Sharing Center. b) From the Start menu, click Settings > Network & Internet > Ethernet > Network and Sharing Center. 2. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/ IPv4) and click Properties. 5. Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. ENGLISH Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection To configure...
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...; Connect the external antennas (optional) to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card and place the antennas on the number key pad are not working. The arrow keys on the top of your computer ON in the Processes tab, select the program that you enter the correct network security key for the best wireless performance. ? When the Number Lock LED is switched on the number key pad are used...
...; Connect the external antennas (optional) to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card and place the antennas on the number key pad are not working. The arrow keys on the top of your computer ON in the Processes tab, select the program that you enter the correct network security key for the best wireless performance. ? When the Number Lock LED is switched on the number key pad are used...
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... a video output port on the discrete graphics card. • Check if any of the pins on the monitor video connector is detected. • Connect your computer, Windows automatically installs a driver for more troubleshooting information. ? To use Windows® 10 Refresh your PC without affecting my personal files or data. No display on the monitor. • Check if the monitor is powered on. • Ensure that you discover bent pins, replace the monitor video connector cable...
... a video output port on the discrete graphics card. • Check if any of the pins on the monitor video connector is detected. • Connect your computer, Windows automatically installs a driver for more troubleshooting information. ? To use Windows® 10 Refresh your PC without affecting my personal files or data. No display on the monitor. • Check if the monitor is powered on. • Ensure that you discover bent pins, replace the monitor video connector cable...
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... monitor and your speakers to another computer to test if the speakers arer working properly. ? The picture on . • Adjust your speakers' volume. • Ensure that you connect your speakers to the Line out port (lime) on the front panel or the rear panel. • Check if your speak is connected to fit your HDTV. To change the screen resolution: • From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display...
... monitor and your speakers to another computer to test if the speakers arer working properly. ? The picture on . • Adjust your speakers' volume. • Ensure that you connect your speakers to the Line out port (lime) on the front panel or the rear panel. • Check if your speak is connected to fit your HDTV. To change the screen resolution: • From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display...
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... • Set your computer's power voltage switch to on the front panel to your area's power requirements. • Adjust the voltage settings. From the Start menu, click File Explorer. 2. Ensure that the power cord is not turned Press the power key on . PSU (Power supply unit) problems Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on . Your computer is properly connected. • Use other compatible power cord. The DVD drive eject button is turned on...
... • Set your computer's power voltage switch to on the front panel to your area's power requirements. • Adjust the voltage settings. From the Start menu, click File Explorer. 2. Ensure that the power cord is not turned Press the power key on . PSU (Power supply unit) problems Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on . Your computer is properly connected. • Use other compatible power cord. The DVD drive eject button is turned on...
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.... Network settings Problems caused by the antivirus software Driver problems Ensure that your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the correct LAN settings. Reinstall the LAN driver ASUS GL12CM 39 Signal cable problems Action • Connect the signal cable to the correct display port (onboard VGA or discrete VGA port). • If you are using a discrete VGA card, connect the signal cable to a router or hub. ENGLISH Display Problem Possible Cause No display output after turning the computer on (Black screen) The signal cable is...
.... Network settings Problems caused by the antivirus software Driver problems Ensure that your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the correct LAN settings. Reinstall the LAN driver ASUS GL12CM 39 Signal cable problems Action • Connect the signal cable to the correct display port (onboard VGA or discrete VGA port). • If you are using a discrete VGA card, connect the signal cable to a router or hub. ENGLISH Display Problem Possible Cause No display output after turning the computer on (Black screen) The signal cable is...
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... audio driver System Problem System speed is too slow Possible Cause Too many programs are installed. • 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 to the wrong port. Move your computer. • Reinstall the operating system. Speaker or headphone does Try using another speaker or not work...
... audio driver System Problem System speed is too slow Possible Cause Too many programs are installed. • 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 to the wrong port. Move your computer. • Reinstall the operating system. Speaker or headphone does Try using another speaker or not work...
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... BIOS version Action It is booting up. Update the BIOS to your computer is working ventilation for the computer. ASUS GL12CM 41 The fan runs on its default settings. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. The system temperature is powering on the computer. Possible Cause Your computer is normal. The fan slows down after turning on . The CPU fan has been replaced. If the problem...
... BIOS version Action It is booting up. Update the BIOS to your computer is working ventilation for the computer. ASUS GL12CM 41 The fan runs on its default settings. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. The system temperature is powering on the computer. Possible Cause Your computer is normal. The fan slows down after turning on . The CPU fan has been replaced. If the problem...
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... first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring the basic settings of your Windows® 10 operating system. ENGLISH Starting for the first time When you start your Desktop PC for a few minutes until Windows® 10 finishes installing the apps and system settings. From the setup screen, pick your desktop PC. 3. Wait until the setup screen appears. 2. ASUS Desktop PC 45 Press the power button on your region...
... first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring the basic settings of your Windows® 10 operating system. ENGLISH Starting for the first time When you start your Desktop PC for a few minutes until Windows® 10 finishes installing the apps and system settings. From the setup screen, pick your desktop PC. 3. Wait until the setup screen appears. 2. ASUS Desktop PC 45 Press the power button on your region...
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... original factory settings can be done using this option. Zooms out your screen. Removing everything and reinstalling Windows® 10 Restoring your data before using the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option. Back up all your PC to view the Remove everything and reinstall options in your screen. From the Start menu, click Settings > Update & security > Recovery. 2. This process may take a while to complete the reinstallation and reset process. Opens the Narrator Settings.
... original factory settings can be done using this option. Zooms out your screen. Removing everything and reinstalling Windows® 10 Restoring your data before using the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option. Back up all your PC to view the Remove everything and reinstall options in your screen. From the Start menu, click Settings > Update & security > Recovery. 2. This process may take a while to complete the reinstallation and reset process. Opens the Narrator Settings.