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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 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection...31 Wireless connection (on selected models... 5Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...37 Appendix Windows® 10 User Manual Starting for the first time...47 Using the Windows® 10 UI...48 Keyboard shortcuts...52 ASUS contact information ASUS contact information...54 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 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection...31 Wireless connection (on selected models... 5Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...37 Appendix Windows® 10 User Manual Starting for the first time...47 Using the Windows® 10 UI...48 Keyboard shortcuts...52 ASUS contact information ASUS contact information...54 3
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... local power company. • If the power supply is set to fix it by qualified service personnel. Hazardous moving parts. 7 Wipe the Desktop PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the electrical outlet you are not sure about...water then remove any extra moisture with ambient temperatures between 0˚C (32oF) and 35oC (95oF). • DO NOT cover the vents on the Desktop PC to prevent the system from getting overheated. • DO NOT use the modem during a gas leak. • DO NOT place or drop objects ...
... local power company. • If the power supply is set to fix it by qualified service personnel. Hazardous moving parts. 7 Wipe the Desktop PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of the electrical outlet you are not sure about...water then remove any extra moisture with ambient temperatures between 0˚C (32oF) and 35oC (95oF). • DO NOT cover the vents on the Desktop PC to prevent the system from getting overheated. • DO NOT use the modem during a gas leak. • DO NOT place or drop objects ...
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Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Installation Guide Mouse x1 Power cord x1 Installation Guide x1 Warranty Card x1 DVD/SDVD/RDVD x1 (optional) Dipole antenna x1 (optional) / Built-in PIFA antenna x 2 (optional) • 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. 9
Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Installation Guide Mouse x1 Power cord x1 Installation Guide x1 Warranty Card x1 DVD/SDVD/RDVD x1 (optional) Dipole antenna x1 (optional) / Built-in PIFA antenna x 2 (optional) • 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. 9
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ASUS M32CD / V32CD / L32CD 11 All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC! The ports, 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. Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! The ASUS Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and usercentric utilities.
ASUS M32CD / V32CD / L32CD 11 All these values are for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC! The ports, 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. Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! The ASUS Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and usercentric utilities.
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Connect a monitor to the display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your monitor to a display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. Plug the monitor to your computer. 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 your desktop PC. 16 Chapter 1: Getting started
Connect a monitor to the display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your monitor to a display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. Plug the monitor to your computer. 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 your desktop PC. 16 Chapter 1: Getting started
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ENGLISH Using the onboard monitor output ports Connect your desktop PC. Connect a VGA monitor to the VGA port, or a DVI-D monitor to the DVI-D port, or an HDMI monitor to the HDMI port on the graphics ... the onboard display output port. Plug the monitor to your monitor to a display output port on the rear panel of your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in the BIOS. To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output...
ENGLISH Using the onboard monitor output ports Connect your desktop PC. Connect a VGA monitor to the VGA port, or a DVI-D monitor to the DVI-D port, or an HDMI monitor to the HDMI port on the graphics ... the onboard display output port. Plug the monitor to your monitor to a display output port on the rear panel of your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in the BIOS. To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output...
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... a USB storage device To remove a USB storage device: 1. Click , then click from your computer. The USB ports allow you to your computer, then click Eject. 2. ASUS M32CD / V32CD / L32CD 21 Doing so may cause data loss or damage the USB storage device. ENGLISH Chapter 2 Connecting devices to Remove Hardware message pops up... panel. DO NOT remove a USB storage device when data transfer is in progress. When the Safe to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports on the front panel, and USB 3.1 Gen 1 / 2.0 ports on your computer.
... a USB storage device To remove a USB storage device: 1. Click , then click from your computer. The USB ports allow you to your computer, then click Eject. 2. ASUS M32CD / V32CD / L32CD 21 Doing so may cause data loss or damage the USB storage device. ENGLISH Chapter 2 Connecting devices to Remove Hardware message pops up... panel. DO NOT remove a USB storage device when data transfer is in progress. When the Safe to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports on the front panel, and USB 3.1 Gen 1 / 2.0 ports on your computer.
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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, and 5.1-channel stereo speakers. The audio I/O ports located on both the front and rear panels.
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, and 5.1-channel stereo speakers. The audio I/O ports located on both the front and rear panels.
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... 2. For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is installed in Chapter 1 for your computer, connect the monitors on your Windows desktop. ASUS M32CD / V32CD / L32CD 25 You can use the additional monitor as an extension to Setting up your computer section in your displays. ENGLISH Connecting ...multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to the monitors. Turn on the output ports of...
... 2. For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is installed in Chapter 1 for your computer, connect the monitors on your Windows desktop. ASUS M32CD / V32CD / L32CD 25 You can use the additional monitor as an extension to Setting up your computer section in your displays. ENGLISH Connecting ...multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you are allowed to the monitors. Turn on the output ports of...
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... using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper posture is firmly supported and angled slightly backward. • Sit upright with your eye level so that the base of your spine is necessary to prevent strain to your wrists, hands, and other joints or muscles. ASUS M32CD / V32CD / L32CD 27 This ...section provides you with tips on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC in front of you are slightly higher than your hips to reduce the pressure on ...
... using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper posture is firmly supported and angled slightly backward. • Sit upright with your eye level so that the base of your spine is necessary to prevent strain to your wrists, hands, and other joints or muscles. ASUS M32CD / V32CD / L32CD 27 This ...section provides you with tips on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC in front of you are slightly higher than your hips to reduce the pressure on ...
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... computer to test if the speakers arer working properly. ? Right-click , then click Eject from the Start menu, select Refresh your PC without affecting your computer's system settings without affecting my personal files or data. You can use this recovery option, click Settings > Update... & recovery > Recovery from the menu ASUS M32CD / V32CD / L32CD 39 Adjust the screen resolution to your files, and click Get started. ? The DVD drive eject button is scratched or...
... computer to test if the speakers arer working properly. ? Right-click , then click Eject from the Start menu, select Refresh your PC without affecting your computer's system settings without affecting my personal files or data. You can use this recovery option, click Settings > Update... & recovery > Recovery from the menu ASUS M32CD / V32CD / L32CD 39 Adjust the screen resolution to your files, and click Get started. ? The DVD drive eject button is scratched or...
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...Update the BIOS. • If you are using a compatible or ASUS-recommended CPU fan. ASUS M32CD / V32CD / L32CD 43 The CPU fan has been replaced. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Computer is powering on the computer. If the problem still persists.... ENGLISH CPU Problem Too noisy right after entering the OS. Visit the ASUS Support site at http:// support.asus.com to the latest version. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for the computer. The fan slows down after turning on . There...
...Update the BIOS. • If you are using a compatible or ASUS-recommended CPU fan. ASUS M32CD / V32CD / L32CD 43 The CPU fan has been replaced. Ensure that your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Computer is powering on the computer. If the problem still persists.... ENGLISH CPU Problem Too noisy right after entering the OS. Visit the ASUS Support site at http:// support.asus.com to the latest version. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for the computer. The fan slows down after turning on . There...
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... a few minutes until Windows® 10 finishes installing the apps and system settings. Follow the onscreen instructions to use on your Desktop PC. ASUS Desktop PC 47 From the setup screen, pick your region and language that you want to configure the following basic items: • Personalize •...setup screen appears. 2. Carefully read the License Terms, then tap I Accept. 4. ENGLISH Starting for the first time When you start your Desktop PC for the first time: 1. To start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring the basic...
... a few minutes until Windows® 10 finishes installing the apps and system settings. Follow the onscreen instructions to use on your Desktop PC. ASUS Desktop PC 47 From the setup screen, pick your region and language that you want to configure the following basic items: • Personalize •...setup screen appears. 2. Carefully read the License Terms, then tap I Accept. 4. ENGLISH Starting for the first time When you start your Desktop PC for the first time: 1. To start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring the basic...
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... 2. Click your account name to change the picture, sign out of your account, or lock your Desktop PC Click to expand the Start screen Click to launch the Start menu Click to display all the apps Click ...to put on sleep mode, shut down, or restart your desktop PC Pin on or launch an app from the taskbar Pin on or launch a tiled-format app from the ... menu and the tiled-formatted Start screen. Click Pin to Start or Pin to taskbar to pin your Desktop PC. You can launch the Start menu in two ways: • Click the Start button from the Start screen...
... 2. Click your account name to change the picture, sign out of your account, or lock your Desktop PC Click to expand the Start screen Click to launch the Start menu Click to display all the apps Click ...to put on sleep mode, shut down, or restart your desktop PC Pin on or launch an app from the taskbar Pin on or launch a tiled-format app from the ... menu and the tiled-formatted Start screen. Click Pin to Start or Pin to taskbar to pin your Desktop PC. You can launch the Start menu in two ways: • Click the Start button from the Start screen...
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.... ENGLISH Start screen The Start screen , which appears together with the Start menu, helps organize all the apps you need in to your preferred location. ASUS Desktop PC 49 Click to restore the Start screen Moving apps on the Start screen You can move apps from Start.
.... ENGLISH Start screen The Start screen , which appears together with the Start menu, helps organize all the apps you need in to your preferred location. ASUS Desktop PC 49 Click to restore the Start screen Moving apps on the Start screen You can move apps from Start.
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b) Snap another app using and the arrow keys. Using your preferred location on a screen corner to snap it in one screen, allowing you want to b) Snap another app to activate Snap onscreen. ENGLISH Using Snap Use your mouse a) Launch an app, then drag and release on the screen. and the arrow keys to select the direction where you to work or switch among apps. Using your Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to your keyboard a) Launch an app, press snap the app in place. ASUS Desktop PC 51 Snap feature The Snap feature displays about four apps or more in place.
b) Snap another app using and the arrow keys. Using your preferred location on a screen corner to snap it in one screen, allowing you want to b) Snap another app to activate Snap onscreen. ENGLISH Using Snap Use your mouse a) Launch an app, then drag and release on the screen. and the arrow keys to select the direction where you to work or switch among apps. Using your Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to your keyboard a) Launch an app, press snap the app in place. ASUS Desktop PC 51 Snap feature The Snap feature displays about four apps or more in place.
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... the File search function Launches Share Launches Settings Launches Media Connect Activates the Lock screen Hides all currently active screens to the taskbar Your desktop PC is mirrored to help you launch apps and navigate Windows® 10. ENGLISH Keyboard shortcuts Using your keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts...
... the File search function Launches Share Launches Settings Launches Media Connect Activates the Lock screen Hides all currently active screens to the taskbar Your desktop PC is mirrored to help you launch apps and navigate Windows® 10. ENGLISH Keyboard shortcuts Using your keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts...
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... to use this option. Refer to the steps below to complete the reinstallation and reset process. Removing everything and reinstalling Windows® 10 Restoring your PC to its original factory settings can be done using this option, click Get started. 3. From the Start menu, click Settings > Update & security >... process may take a while to view the Remove everything and reinstall options in your screen. ENGLISH Enter> Launches the magnifier and zooms in PC Settings. Under this option. Back up all your screen. ASUS Desktop PC 53 Scroll down to complete. 1.
... to use this option. Refer to the steps below to complete the reinstallation and reset process. Removing everything and reinstalling Windows® 10 Restoring your PC to its original factory settings can be done using this option, click Get started. 3. From the Start menu, click Settings > Update & security >... process may take a while to view the Remove everything and reinstall options in your screen. ENGLISH Enter> Launches the magnifier and zooms in PC Settings. Under this option. Back up all your screen. ASUS Desktop PC 53 Scroll down to complete. 1.