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... OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. Product warranty or service will not be registered trademarks or copyrights of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT...
... OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. Product warranty or service will not be registered trademarks or copyrights of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT...
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......18 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 19 Removing a USB storage device 19 Connecting microphone and speakers 20 Connecting multiple external displays 23 Connecting an HDTV...24 Chapter 3: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 25 Using the memory card reader 26 Using the optical drive...27 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection...29 Wireless connection (on selected models only 33 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...35 Appendix Windows® 10 User Manual Starting for the...
......18 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 19 Removing a USB storage device 19 Connecting microphone and speakers 20 Connecting multiple external displays 23 Connecting an HDTV...24 Chapter 3: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 25 Using the memory card reader 26 Using the optical drive...27 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection...29 Wireless connection (on selected models only 33 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...35 Appendix Windows® 10 User Manual Starting for the...
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... regulations. Lithium Battery Warning CAUTION: Danger of the following two conditions: • This device may cause harmful interference to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. However, there is encouraged to try to correct the interference by the manufacturer. Operation is incorrectly replaced. These limits are designed to the manufacturer's instructions. 4 Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback...
... regulations. Lithium Battery Warning CAUTION: Danger of the following two conditions: • This device may cause harmful interference to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. However, there is encouraged to try to correct the interference by the manufacturer. Operation is incorrectly replaced. These limits are designed to the manufacturer's instructions. 4 Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback...
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..., disconnect the power cable from any extra moisture with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the electrical outlet you are using an adapter or extension cord. Replacing fan components should be attempted by yourself. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. • DO NOT expose to fix it by qualified service personnel. Hazardous moving parts. 7 Desktop should only...
..., disconnect the power cable from any extra moisture with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the electrical outlet you are using an adapter or extension cord. Replacing fan components should be attempted by yourself. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. • DO NOT expose to fix it by qualified service personnel. Hazardous moving parts. 7 Desktop should only...
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...speaker. Optical disk drive bay. There is an optical disk drive in this slot. This port connects to a microphone. Insert a supported memory card into this bay. 12 Chapter 1: Getting started Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard. Front panel ENGLISH USB 3.0 ports. Press this button to eject the optical disk drive tray. Press this button to USB 3.0 ports for data storage. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to turn on your USB 3.0 devices. Microphone port. Optical disk drive eject button. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB...
...speaker. Optical disk drive bay. There is an optical disk drive in this slot. This port connects to a microphone. Insert a supported memory card into this bay. 12 Chapter 1: Getting started Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard. Front panel ENGLISH USB 3.0 ports. Press this button to eject the optical disk drive tray. Press this button to USB 3.0 ports for data storage. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to turn on your USB 3.0 devices. Microphone port. Optical disk drive eject button. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB...
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... for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is for USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 devices. USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 Type A ports. Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0 devices such as a VGA monitor. This port connects to a microphone. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. In a 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration, the function of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other audio sources. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) Type A ports are for VGA-compatible devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and...
... for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is for USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 devices. USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 Type A ports. Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0 devices such as a VGA monitor. This port connects to a microphone. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. In a 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration, the function of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other audio sources. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) Type A ports are for VGA-compatible devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and...
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... connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port Air vents. LAN (RJ-45) port. ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only). Always provide proper ventilation for your computer. 14 Chapter 1: Getting started ENGLISH Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel) Pink (Rear panel) Front panel Headset 2.1-channel Line In Line Out Mic In - 4.1-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In - 5.1-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center - 7.1-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker...
... connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port Air vents. LAN (RJ-45) port. ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only). Always provide proper ventilation for your computer. 14 Chapter 1: Getting started ENGLISH Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel) Pink (Rear panel) Front panel Headset 2.1-channel Line In Line Out Mic In - 4.1-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Mic In - 5.1-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Bass/Center - 7.1-channel Rear Speaker Out Front Speaker...
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Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your desktop PC. Connect a monitor to your computer. ASUS K31CLG/A31CLG/F31CLG 15 To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. Plug the monitor to your monitor to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. ENGLISH Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power adapter to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2.
Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your desktop PC. Connect a monitor to your computer. ASUS K31CLG/A31CLG/F31CLG 15 To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. Plug the monitor to your monitor to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. ENGLISH Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power adapter to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2.
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... VGA port, or a DVI-D monitor to the DVI-D port, or an HDMI monitor to a display output port on the rear panel of your desktop PC. To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports: 1. Hence, connect your monitor to the HDMI port on the graphics card. 16 Chapter 1: Getting started If your monitor to your computer. 2. ENGLISH Using the onboard monitor output ports Connect your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in the BIOS. Plug the monitor...
... VGA port, or a DVI-D monitor to the DVI-D port, or an HDMI monitor to a display output port on the rear panel of your desktop PC. To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports: 1. Hence, connect your monitor to the HDMI port on the graphics card. 16 Chapter 1: Getting started If your monitor to your computer. 2. ENGLISH Using the onboard monitor output ports Connect your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in the BIOS. Plug the monitor...
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... computer section in your computer. 2. You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of the graphics card. Connect the two monitors to your displays. Configure the settings for details on your Windows desktop. Refer to Setting up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you to connect multiple external displays. ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set display modes. The dual display function works only under Windows.
... computer section in your computer. 2. You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of the graphics card. Connect the two monitors to your displays. Configure the settings for details on your Windows desktop. Refer to Setting up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you to connect multiple external displays. ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to set display modes. The dual display function works only under Windows.
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... the Startup menu, click File Explorer, and then double-click the memory card icon to different memory card drives. ENGLISH Using the memory card reader Digital cameras and other digital imaging devices use memory cards to avoid damaging the card. • You can place media in one or more of your system allows you to read from the AutoPlay window to access your computer The built-in memory card reader on the front panel...
... the Startup menu, click File Explorer, and then double-click the memory card icon to different memory card drives. ENGLISH Using the memory card reader Digital cameras and other digital imaging devices use memory cards to avoid damaging the card. • You can place media in one or more of your system allows you to read from the AutoPlay window to access your computer The built-in memory card reader on the front panel...
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... are not responding: 1. Simultaneously press + + keys on the keyboard, then click Task Manager. 2. Then press the Power button to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card and place the antennas on . ? I cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only)? • Ensure that is not responding, then click End Task. • If the keyboard is switched on the top of your...
... are not responding: 1. Simultaneously press + + keys on the keyboard, then click Task Manager. 2. Then press the Power button to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card and place the antennas on . ? I cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only)? • Ensure that is not responding, then click End Task. • If the keyboard is switched on the top of your...
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Press the Number Lock key to use the arrow keys on the monitor video connector is bent. The dual display function works only under Windows. • When a graphics card is properly connected to a video output port on the discrete graphics card. • Check if any of the pins on the number key pad. ? My computer cannot detect my USB storage device. • The first time you connect your monitor to the video output port on your computer. •...
Press the Number Lock key to use the arrow keys on the monitor video connector is bent. The dual display function works only under Windows. • When a graphics card is properly connected to a video output port on the discrete graphics card. • Check if any of the pins on the number key pad. ? My computer cannot detect my USB storage device. • The first time you connect your monitor to the video output port on your computer. •...
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... the Start menu, click File Explorer. 2. To change the screen resolution: • From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display. ? To use Windows® 10 Refresh your PC without affecting your files recovery option to restore or undo changes to my computer's system settings without affecting your HDTV. Adjust the screen resolution to test if the speakers arer working properly. ? The DVD drive eject button is scratched or damaged. ? The DVD drive cannot read a disc...
... the Start menu, click File Explorer. 2. To change the screen resolution: • From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display. ? To use Windows® 10 Refresh your PC without affecting your files recovery option to restore or undo changes to my computer's system settings without affecting your HDTV. Adjust the screen resolution to test if the speakers arer working properly. ? The DVD drive eject button is scratched or damaged. ? The DVD drive cannot read a disc...
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... your area's power requirements. • Adjust the voltage settings. Display Problem Possible Cause No display output after turning the computer on (Black screen) The signal cable is properly connected. • Use other compatible power cord. Try connecting to your computer. ensure that the power cord is not connected to the discrete VGA port. ENGLISH Power Problem No power (The power indicator is turned on. PSU (Power supply unit) problems Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another monitor. 38 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting
... your area's power requirements. • Adjust the voltage settings. Display Problem Possible Cause No display output after turning the computer on (Black screen) The signal cable is properly connected. • Use other compatible power cord. Try connecting to your computer. ensure that the power cord is not connected to the discrete VGA port. ENGLISH Power Problem No power (The power indicator is turned on. PSU (Power supply unit) problems Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another monitor. 38 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting
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... Reinstall the LAN driver Audio Problem No Audio Possible Cause Speaker or headphone is properly connected to the wrong port. ENGLISH LAN Problem Possible Cause The LAN cable is on. Action • Refer to your computer. Close the anti-virus software. Action Connect the LAN cable to your computer's User Guide for the correct LAN settings. LAN cable problems Ensure the LAN LED is not connected. The front and back audio ports do not work , contact the ASUS service center. Driver problems Try both...
... Reinstall the LAN driver Audio Problem No Audio Possible Cause Speaker or headphone is properly connected to the wrong port. ENGLISH LAN Problem Possible Cause The LAN cable is on. Action • Refer to your computer. Close the anti-virus software. Action Connect the LAN cable to your computer's User Guide for the correct LAN settings. LAN cable problems Ensure the LAN LED is not connected. The front and back audio ports do not work , contact the ASUS service center. Driver problems Try both...
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... ASUS Service Center for viruses and repair your computer. ENGLISH System Problem System speed is not enough air ventilation for servicing. • Replace with a new hard disk drive. Reinstall the OS and reinstall compatible softwares. 40 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Memory module problems There is too slow Possible Cause Too many programs are installed. • Replace with better air flow. Hard disk drive failure • S end the damaged hard disk drive to scan for assistance. Incompatible softwares are running...
... ASUS Service Center for viruses and repair your computer. ENGLISH System Problem System speed is not enough air ventilation for servicing. • Replace with a new hard disk drive. Reinstall the OS and reinstall compatible softwares. 40 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Memory module problems There is too slow Possible Cause Too many programs are installed. • Replace with better air flow. Hard disk drive failure • S end the damaged hard disk drive to scan for assistance. Incompatible softwares are running...
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... CPU Problem Too noisy right after entering the OS. The CPU fan has been replaced. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Computer is booting up. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for the service center information. in use. The system temperature is powering on. The fan runs on the computer. Restore the BIOS to its full speed when the computer is too high. • Update...
... CPU Problem Too noisy right after entering the OS. The CPU fan has been replaced. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Computer is booting up. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for the service center information. in use. The system temperature is powering on. The fan runs on the computer. Restore the BIOS to its full speed when the computer is too high. • Update...
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... basic settings of screens appear to guide you want to configure the following basic items: • Personalize • Get online • Settings • Your account 5. Wait for a few minutes until Windows® 10 finishes installing the apps and system settings. After the installation, the Windows® 10 desktop appears. To start your computer for the first time, a series of your Windows® 10 operating system. ASUS Desktop...
... basic settings of screens appear to guide you want to configure the following basic items: • Personalize • Get online • Settings • Your account 5. Wait for a few minutes until Windows® 10 finishes installing the apps and system settings. After the installation, the Windows® 10 desktop appears. To start your computer for the first time, a series of your Windows® 10 operating system. ASUS Desktop...
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... Restoring your data before using the Remove everything and reinstall options in your screen. ENGLISH Enter> Launches the magnifier and zooms in PC Settings. Under this option. Opens the Narrator Settings. From the Start menu, click Settings > Update & security > Recovery. 2. Back up all your PC to complete. 1. Follow the onscreen instructions to use this option. Removing everything and reinstall Windows option. Refer to the steps below to complete the reinstallation and reset...
... Restoring your data before using the Remove everything and reinstall options in your screen. ENGLISH Enter> Launches the magnifier and zooms in PC Settings. Under this option. Opens the Narrator Settings. From the Start menu, click Settings > Update & security > Recovery. 2. Back up all your PC to complete. 1. Follow the onscreen instructions to use this option. Removing everything and reinstall Windows option. Refer to the steps below to complete the reinstallation and reset...