Page 3 - Contents; Where to find more information
3 Contents Notices .......................................................................................................... 5Safety information .......................................................................................... 9Conventions used in this guide ..................................
Page 4 - Getting Windows; Chapter 2; Starting for the first time; Chapter 3; Configuring the screen resolution settings; ASUS contact information
4 Getting Windows ® Help and Support ........................................................... 59 Chapter 2 Using Windows ® 8.1 Starting for the first time ............................................................................... 60 Windows ® 8.1 lock screen ....................................
Page 5 - Notices; ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services; information in different regions.; REACH; • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.; according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
5 Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components, as well as the pack...
Page 6 - Danger d’explosion si la pile n’est pas remplacée correctement.
6 IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations.This device complies with Industry Canada li...
Page 7 - according to the instruction manual.; user installation site.; register the result to VCCI.; RF Equipment Notices; CE: European Community Compliance Statement; matériel brouilleur du Canada.
7 VCCI: Japan Compliance StatementVCCI Class B Statement This is a Class B product based on the standard of the VCCI Council. If this is used near a radio or television receiver, it may cause radio interference. Install and use equipment according to the instruction manual. Equipment registered base...
Page 9 - Safety information; expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields.
9 Safety information Disconnect the AC power and peripherals before cleaning. Wipe the Desktop PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water then remove any extra moisture with a dry cloth. • DO NOT place on uneven or...
Page 10 - ASUS websites
10 Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING : Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components whe...
Page 11 - Package contents
11 Package contents • 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. ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Power cord x1 Support DVD x1 Recovery DVD x1 (Optiona...
Page 12 - Getting to know your computer; Front panel; ENGLISH; Chapter 1; Getting started
Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC! The ASUS Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. All these values are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up y...
Page 14 - Optical disk drive eject button.
BM1AD Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. 5.25 inch optical disk drive bay. The 5.25 inch optical disk drive bay is for 5.25 inch DVD-ROM / CD-RW / DVD-RW devices. Optical disk drive eject button. Press this button to eject the optical disk drive tray. Optical disk drive bay (e...
Page 15 - Press this button to turn on your computer.; Press this button to eject the optical disk drive
USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. USB 3.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB 3.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. • ...
Page 16 - This port connects to a microphone.
5.25 inch optical disk drive bay. The 5.25 inch optical disk drive bay is for 5.25 inch DVD-ROM / CD-RW / DVD-RW devices. HDD LED. This LED lights up when the hard disk drive operates. USB 3.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB 3.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, ...
Page 17 - Rear panel; Plug the power cord to this connector.; This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
Rear panel BM1AD / BM6AD (MD310) Power connector. Plug the power cord to this connector. RATING : 115-230Vac, 6.0A/3.0A, 50/60Hz PS/2 keyboard port (purple) . This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. HDMI port. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant ...
Page 18 - Expansion slot brackets.; LAN port LED indications
Line In port (light blue). This port connects to a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in the 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration. Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Port Headset 2.1- ch...
Page 21 - Setting up your computer; Using the onboard display output ports; Connect your monitor to the onboard display output port.
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 computer. Using the onboard display output ports Connect your monitor to the onboard display output port. To connect an external monit...
Page 23 - Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse
Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer. BM1AD / BM6AD (MD310) ` BP1AD (SD310) ` ASUS BM6AD (MD310), BM1AD, and BP1AD (SD310) 23 ENGLISH ENGLISH
Page 24 - Connecting the power cord; computer and the other end to a power source.
Connecting the power cord Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to a power source. BP1AD (SD310) BM1AD / BM6AD (MD310) 24 Chapter 1: Getting started ENGLISH ENGLISH
Page 25 - Turning your computer ON/OFF; Turning your computer ON; To turn your computer ON:; Turn your monitor ON.; Wait until the operating system loads automatically.
Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to turn on/off your computer after setting up your computer. Turning your computer ON To turn your computer ON: 1. Turn your monitor ON. 2. Press the power button on your computer. Power button BM1AD Power button BM6AD (MD310) Power button BP1A...
Page 26 - Connecting a USB storage device; To connect a USB storage device:; Insert the USB storage device to your computer.; Connecting devices to your computer
Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 and USB 3.0 ports on both the front and rear panels. The USB ports allow you to connect USB devices such as storage devices. To connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to your computer. Front panel You can ena...
Page 28 - Connecting microphone and speakers; Connecting Headphone and Mic
Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on both the front and rear panels. The audio I/O ports located on the rear panel allow you to connect 2.1-channel, 4.1-channel, 5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel stereo speakers. Connecting Headphone and Mic ...
Page 32 - Connecting multiple external displays; Setting up multiple displays; To set up multiple displays:; Turn off your computer.; section in Chapter 1 for details on how
32 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer ENGLISH ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you to connect multiple external displays. When a graphics card is installed in your computer, connect the monitors on the output p...
Page 33 - Turn on your computer.; Screen Resolution; Connecting an HDTV; Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your computer.
ASUS BM6AD (MD310), BM1AD, and BP1AD (SD310) 33 ENGLISH ENGLISH 3. Turn on your computer. 4. Configure the Screen Resolution settings. For details, refer to the section Configuring the Screen Resolution settings in the Windows ® 7 / Windows ® 8.1 User Manual , which can be found in this manual. Conn...
Page 34 - Using your computer; Proper posture when using your Desktop PC; To maintain the proper posture:; keyboard to get a comfortable typing position.
ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS BM6AD (MD310), BM1AD, and BP1AD (SD310) 34 Chapter 3 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC When using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper posture is necessary to prevent strain to your wrists, hands, and other joints or muscles. This section provides ...
Page 35 - Using the optical drive (on selected models only); Inserting an optical disc; To insert an optical disc:; Place the disc to the optical drive with the label side facing up.; Removing an optical disc; To remove an optical disc:; While the system is on, do either of the following to eject the tray:; Computer; Remove the disc from the disc tray.
Using the optical drive (on selected models only) 1 2 3 Inserting an optical disc To insert an optical disc: 1. While your system is on, press the eject button below the drive bay cover to open the tray. 2. Place the disc to the optical drive with the label side facing up. 3. Push the tray to close ...
Page 36 - From the BIOS Setup screen, click
Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS You can enable or disable the front and rear USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports from the BIOS Setup. To disable or enable the front and rear USB 2.0 and 3.0 ports: 1. Press <Delete> to enter the BIOS Setup at startup. 2. From the BIOS Setup screen, click Advance...
Page 37 - Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS; Confirm the password when prompted.
Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS You can set a password in the BIOS Setup to protect your HDD. To set a password for your HDD from the BIOS Setup: 1. Press <Delete> to enter the BIOS Setup at startup. 2. From the BIOS Setup EZ Mode screen, click Exit > Advanced Mode . Fro...
Page 38 - Connecting via a DSL/cable modem; Wired connection; computer and the other end to a DSL/cable modem.; Chapter 4; Connecting to the Internet
Connecting via a DSL/cable modem To connect via a DSL/cable modem: 1. Set up your DSL/cable modem. Wired connection Use an RJ-45 cable to connect your computer to a DSL/cable modem or a local area network (LAN). 2. Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the rear panel of your c...
Page 39 - Turn on the DSL/cable modem and your computer.
BP1AD (SD310) Modem RJ-45 cable 3. Turn on the DSL/cable modem and your computer. 4. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. • Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection. • For details, refer to the section Configuring the Intern...
Page 40 - Connecting via a local area network (LAN); To connect via a LAN:; computer and the other end to your LAN.
Connecting via a local area network (LAN) To connect via a LAN: 1. Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to your LAN. BM1AD / BM6AD (MD310) RJ-45 cable LAN BP1AD (SD310) RJ-45 cable LAN 2. Turn on your computer. 3. Configure th...
Page 42 - Chapter 5; Troubleshooting; Check if your computer is properly connected.
ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS BM6AD (MD310), BM1AD, and BP1AD (SD310) 42 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter presents some problems you might encounter and the possible solutions. ? My computer cannot be powered on and the power LED on the front panel does not light up. • Check if your com...
Page 43 - The arrow keys on the number key pad are not working.; Check if the monitor is powered on.; When using multiple monitors, only one monitor has display.; Ensure that the both monitors are powered on.; My computer cannot detect my USB storage device.
ASUS BM6AD (MD310), BM1AD, and BP1AD (SD310) 43 ENGLISH ENGLISH ? The arrow keys on the number key pad are not working. Check if the Number Lock LED is off. When the Number Lock LED is on, the keys on the number key pad are used to input numbers only. Press the Number Lock key to turn the LED off if...
Page 44 - The picture on the HDTV is distorted.; • Click
44 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting ENGLISH ENGLISH ? I want to restore or undo changes to my computer’s system settings without affecting my personal files or data. On Windows ® 7: The Windows ® System Restore feature allows you to restore or undo changes to your computer’s system settings without affect...
Page 45 - My speakers produce no sound.
ASUS BM6AD (MD310), BM1AD, and BP1AD (SD310) 45 ENGLISH ENGLISH ? My speakers produce no sound. • 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 an electrical source and turned on. • Adjust your speakers’ ...
Page 46 - Power; • Set your computer’s power voltage
46 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting ENGLISH ENGLISH Power Problem Possible Cause Action No power (The power indicator is off) Incorrect power voltage • Set your computer’s power voltage switch to your area’s power requirements. • Adjust the voltage settings. Ensure that the power cord is unplugged from th...
Page 47 - Display; • Connect the signal cable to the
ASUS BM6AD (MD310), BM1AD, and BP1AD (SD310) 47 ENGLISH ENGLISH Display Problem Possible Cause Action No display output after turning the computer on (Black screen) The signal cable is not connected to the correct VGA port on your computer. • Connect the signal cable to the correct display port (onb...
Page 48 - Audio
48 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting ENGLISH ENGLISH Audio Problem Possible Cause Action No Audio Speaker or headphone is connected to the wrong port. • Refer to your computer’s user manual for the correct port. • Disconnect and reconnect the speaker to your computer. Speaker or headphone does not work. Tr...
Page 49 - CPU; working in an area with good air flow.
ASUS BM6AD (MD310), BM1AD, and BP1AD (SD310) 49 ENGLISH ENGLISH CPU Problem Possible Cause Action Too noisy right after turning on the computer. Your computer is booting up. It is normal. The fan runs on its full speed when the computer is powering on. The fan slows down after entering the OS. The B...
Page 50 - ASUS Desktop PC; First Edition; Appendix
ASUS Desktop PC Windows ® 7 / Windows ® 8.1 User Manual E8623 First Edition August 2013 Copyright © ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved Appendix Windows ® 7 / Windows ® 8.1 User Manual
Page 52 - Using Windows; configuring the basic settings of your Windows
ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS Desktop PC 52 Chapter 1 Using Windows ® 7 Starting for the first time When you start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring the basic settings of your Windows ® 7 operating system. To start for the first time: 1. Turn your comput...
Page 53 - Using the Start menu; Launching items from the Start menu; Using the Getting Started item; such as personalizing Windows; Using the taskbar; Launching a program from the taskbar; From the Windows
ASUS Desktop PC 53 ENGLISH ENGLISH Using Windows ® 7 desktop Using the Start menu The Start menu gives you access to programs, utilities, and other useful items on your computer. It also provides you with more information about Windows 7 through its Help and Support feature. Launching items from the...
Page 54 - Pinning items on the jumplists; Unpinning programs from the Start menu
54 Chapter 1: Using Windows ® 7 ENGLISH ENGLISH Pinning items on the jumplists When you right-click an icon on the taskbar, a jumplist launches to provide you with quick- access to the program’s or item’s related links.You may pin items on the jumplist such as favorite websites, often-visited folder...
Page 55 - Using the notification area; By default, the notification area shows these three icons:; Displaying an alert notification; To display an alert notification:; Click the Notification icon; Customizing icons and notifications; To customize icons and notifications:; From the notification area, click on the arrow icon; Customize; Managing your files and folders; Launching Windows; To launch Windows Explorer:; to launch Windows Explorer.
ASUS Desktop PC 55 ENGLISH ENGLISH Using the notification area By default, the notification area shows these three icons: Action Center notification Click this icon to display all the alert messages/notifications and launch the Windows ® Action Center. Network connection This icon displays the conne...
Page 56 - Exploring files and folders; To explore files and folders:; Customizing the file/folder view; Arranging your files; To arrange your files:; field, click to display the dropdown list.; Sorting your files; Sort by; Grouping your files; Group by
56 Chapter 1: Using Windows ® 7 ENGLISH ENGLISH Exploring files and folders To explore files and folders: 1. Launch Windows ® Explorer. 2. From the navigation or view pane, browse for the location of your data. 3. From the breadcrumb bar, click the arrow to display the contents of the drive or folde...
Page 57 - Adding a new folder; Backing up your files; Setting up a backup; Follow the onscreen instructions to finish the process.; Restoring your system settings
ASUS Desktop PC 57 ENGLISH ENGLISH Adding a new folder To add a new folder: 1. Launch Windows Explorer. 2. From the toolbar, click New folder . 3. Key in a name for the new folder. You may also right-click anywhere on the View pane, click New > Folder . Backing up your files Setting up a backup T...
Page 58 - Protecting your computer; Action Center, click the Notification icon; Setting up a user account and password; Setting up a user account
58 Chapter 1: Using Windows ® 7 ENGLISH ENGLISH Protecting your computer Using Windows ® 7 Action Center Windows ® 7 Action Center provides you with alert notifications, security information, system maintenance information, and the option to automatically troubleshoot and fix some common computer pr...
Page 59 - Setting up a user’s password; Key in a password and confirm it. Key in your password’s hint.; Activating the anti-virus software
ASUS Desktop PC 59 ENGLISH ENGLISH Setting up a user’s password To set up a user’s password: 1. Select the user that you would like to set a password. 2. Select Create a password . 3. Key in a password and confirm it. Key in your password’s hint. 4. When done, click Create password . Activating the ...
Page 60 - To start your Desktop PC for the first time:; then tap; Next; Carefully read the License Terms, then tap; I Accept; • Connect
ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS Desktop PC 60 Chapter 2 Using Windows ® 8.1 Starting for the first time When you start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring the basic settings of your Windows® 8.1 operating system. To start your Desktop PC for the first time: ...
Page 61 - Using the Windows; The Windows; Start screen; all the programs and applications you need in just one place.
ASUS Desktop PC 61 ENGLISH ENGLISH Using the Windows ® UI The Windows ® User Interface (UI) is the tile-based display used in Windows ® 8.1. It includes the following features you can use while working on your Desktop PC. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to your us...
Page 62 - Hotspots; Hotspots on a running app
62 Chapter 2: Using Windows ® 8.1 ENGLISH ENGLISH Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your Desktop PC. The functions in these hotspots can be activated using your mouse. Hotspots on a running app Hotspots on the Start screen Refer to the next page for t...
Page 63 - Hotspot
ASUS Desktop PC 63 ENGLISH ENGLISH Hotspot Action upper left corner Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app’s thumbnail to go back to that app. Move your mouse pointer down to display all the running apps. lower left corner From a running app screen: Hover your mouse pointer on the low...
Page 64 - Launching apps; to launch your selected app.; Customizing apps; To move an app, drag and drop the app to a new location.; Resizing apps; Right-click the app to activate its settings bar, then tap; Unpinning apps; click; Unpin from Start; Closing apps; change to a hand icon.
64 Chapter 2: Using Windows ® 8.1 ENGLISH ENGLISH Working with Windows ® apps Use your Desktop PC’s keyboard or mouse to launch and customize your apps. Launching apps • Position your mouse pointer on an app then left-click once to launch it. • Press <Tab> twice then use the arrow keys to brow...
Page 65 - Accessing the All Apps screen; screen or to the Desktop mode taskbar.; Launching the All Apps screen; • On the Start screen, click; Tab; Launch the All Apps screen.; Pin to Start
ASUS Desktop PC 65 ENGLISH ENGLISH Accessing the All Apps screen From the All Apps screen, you can configure an apps settings or pin an app to the Start screen or to the Desktop mode taskbar. Launching the All Apps screen • On the Start screen, click . • From the Start screen, press < Tab >, t...
Page 66 - the settings of your Desktop PC.; Launching the Charms bar; Use your Desktop PC’s mouse or keyboard to launch the Charms bar.
66 Chapter 2: Using Windows ® 8.1 ENGLISH ENGLISH Charms bar The Charms bar is a toolbar that can be triggered on the right side of your screen. It consists of several tools that allow you to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Desktop PC. Launching the C...
Page 67 - Inside the Charms bar; Search; screen, you can also use this to revert back to a recently opened app.; Devices; This charm allows you to access and share files with the devices; Settings; This charm allows you to access the PC settings of your Desktop PC.
ASUS Desktop PC 67 ENGLISH ENGLISH Inside the Charms bar Search This charm allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Desktop PC. Share This charm allows you to share applications via social networking sites or email. Start This charm reverts the display back to the Start screen...
Page 68 - Snap feature; Using Snap; Use your Desktop PC’s mouse or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen.
68 Chapter 2: Using Windows ® 8.1 ENGLISH ENGLISH Snap feature The Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps. Ensure that your Desktop PC’s screen resolution is set to 1366 x 768 pixels or higher before using the Snap feature. Snap bar Using Snap To use...
Page 69 - Other keyboard shortcuts; Minimizes all currently active screens.
ASUS Desktop PC 69 ENGLISH ENGLISH Other keyboard shortcuts Using your keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows ® 8.1. Switches between the Start screen and the last running app. + <D> Launches the desktop. + <E> Launches the...
Page 70 - Launches the magnifier and zooms in your screen.; Turning your Desktop PC OFF; • From the Charms bar, click; Putting your Desktop PC to sleep
70 Chapter 2: Using Windows ® 8.1 ENGLISH ENGLISH + <+> Launches the magnifier and zooms in your screen. + <-> Zooms out your screen. + <Enter> Opens the Narrator Settings. Turning your Desktop PC OFF To turn your Desktop PC OFF: Do any of the following to shut down your Desktop PC...
Page 71 - Entering the BIOS Setup; system startup in the Desktop PC.; Quickly enter the BIOS
ASUS Desktop PC 71 ENGLISH ENGLISH Entering the BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that are needed for system startup in the Desktop PC. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure optimal performance. Do not chan...
Page 72 - Other Windows; from the Windows notification area on your
ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS Desktop PC 72 Chapter 3 Other Windows ® 7 / Windows ® 8.1 functions Removing a USB storage device Windows ® 7 To remove a USB storage device on Windows ® 7: 1. Click from the Windows notification area on your computer, then click Eject USB2.0 FlashDisk or Eject USB3.0 FlashDisk ...
Page 73 - Click
ASUS Desktop PC 73 ENGLISH ENGLISH Configuring the screen resolution settings Windows ® 7 To configure the screen resolution settings on Windows ® 7: 1. Do any of the following to open the Screen Resolution setting screen: • Click > Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Display &...
Page 74 - on the confirmation message.
74 Chapter 2: Using Windows ® 7 / Windows ® 8.1 functions ENGLISH ENGLISH 2. Select the display mode from the Multiple displays: drop-down list. • Duplicate these displays : Select this option to use the additional monitor as a duplicate of your main display. • Extend these displays : Select this op...
Page 76 - to finish the
76 Chapter 2: Using Windows ® 7 / Windows ® 8.1 functions ENGLISH ENGLISH 9. Select Connect to the Internet and click Next . 10. Select Broadband (PPPoE) and click Next . 11. Enter your User name and, Password, and Connection name. Click Connect . 12. Click Close to finish the configuration. 13. Cli...
Page 77 - Configuring a static IP network connection; To configure a static IP network connection :; To configure a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection:
ASUS Desktop PC 77 ENGLISH ENGLISH Configuring a static IP network connection To configure a static IP network connection : 1. Repeat steps 1 to 4 of the previous section. 2 Click Use the following IP address . 3. Enter the IP address, Subnet mask and Gateway from your service provider. 4. If needed...
Page 79 - Connect to the Internet; and; Return to the; Network and; and then click
ASUS Desktop PC 79 ENGLISH ENGLISH 8. Select Connect to the Internet and click Next . 7. Return to the Network and Sharing Center and then click Set up a new connection or network . 9. Select Broadband (PPPoE) and click Next .
Page 81 - Wireless connection; Connecting to a Wi-Fi network; in the notification area to display the available wireless; Connect
ASUS Desktop PC 81 ENGLISH ENGLISH Charms bar Wireless connection Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Windows ® 7 To connect to a Wi-Fi network: 1. Click the network icon in the notification area to display the available wireless networks. 2. Select the wireless network that you want to connect to, then c...
Page 82 - From the Charms bar, select; and click the network icon
82 Chapter 2: Using Windows ® 7 / Windows ® 8.1 functions ENGLISH ENGLISH 2. From the Charms bar, select Settings and click the network icon . 3. Select the network that you want to connect to from the list. 4. Click Connect .
Page 83 - Recovering your system; Using the system recovery partition; customized configuration settings (such as network settings).; About the system recovery partition; Using the system recovery partition:; Highlight Windows Setup [EMS Enabled] and press; Using the Recovery DVD (on selected models); To use the Recovery DVD:; > on bootup and select the optical drive (may be; Enter; Select OK to start to restore the image.
ASUS Desktop PC 83 ENGLISH ENGLISH Recovering your system Windows ® 7 Using the system recovery partition The system recovery partition quickly restores your Desktop PC’s software to its original working state. Before using the system recovery partition, copy your data files (such as Outlook PST fil...
Page 84 - Select OK to confirm the system recovery.; The
84 Chapter 2: Using Windows ® 7 / Windows ® 8.1 functions ENGLISH ENGLISH 4. Select OK to confirm the system recovery. Restoring will overwrite your hard drive. Ensure to back up all your important data before the system recovery. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process....
Page 85 - Recovering from a system image file; Creating a USB recovery drive
ASUS Desktop PC 85 ENGLISH ENGLISH To reset your PC by using Recovery DVD: • Back up all your data before using this option. • Disconnect all external hard disk drives before performing system recovery on your Desktop PC to avoid restoring Windows on the wrong partition or drive. 1. Press < F8 &g...
Page 87 - option s in PC Settings. Refer to the steps below to use this option.; Launch the
ASUS Desktop PC 87 ENGLISH ENGLISH Removing everything and reinstalling Windows Restoring your PC to its original factory settings can be done using the Remove everything and reinstall option s in PC Settings. Refer to the steps below to use this option. Back up all your data before using this optio...
Page 88 - ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.; Technical Support
88 ASUS contact information ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259 Telephone +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 E-mail [email protected] Web site www.asus.com.tw Technical Support Telephone +86-21-38429911 Online support support.asus.com...