Page 3 - Contents; Where to find more information
3 Contents Notices .......................................................................................................... 5Safety information .......................................................................................... 8Conventions used in this guide ..................................
Page 4 - Managing your files and folders; Chapter 2; Starting for the first time; Chapter 3; Configuring the screen resolution settings; ASUS contact information
4 Contents Managing your files and folders ................................................................... 5 Restoring your system settings .................................................................... 54Protecting your computer ...............................................................
Page 5 - Notices; ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services; information in different regions.; REACH; • This device may not cause harmful interference and; 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 7 - RF Equipment Notices; matériel brouilleur du Canada.
7 RF Equipment Notices CE: European Community Compliance Statement The equipment complies with the RF Exposure Requirement 1999/519/EC, Council Recommendation of 1 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields (0–300 GHz). This wireless device complies with ...
Page 8 - Safety information; expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields.; Keep fingers and other body parts away from any moving parts.
8 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 9 - ASUS websites
9 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 when...
Page 10 - Package contents
10 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 adapter x1 Power cord x1 Support DVD x1 Recover...
Page 11 - Getting to know your computer; Thank you for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC!; Chapter 1; Getting started
Getting to know your computer Illustrations are for reference only. The ports, their locations and the chassis color vary with different models. Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC! The ASUS Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric u...
Page 12 - Front panel; Slim type optical disk drive bay.; GL
Front panel 1. Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. . 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. • DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing a Wi...
Page 13 - Rear panel; Kensington
Rear panel 1 2 4 3 56 1516 17 9 10 8 7 1. Pad lock slot. This slot is used to secure the desktop PC using a standard pad lock. . DisplayPort. This port connects a display monitor or home-theater system. 3. COM port (optional). This COM1 port is for pointing devices or other serial devices. 4. VGA po...
Page 15 - Desktop stand; desktop chassis in place on the desktop stand using two screws.
Desktop stand The desktop can be positioned horizontally on its side or vertically using the desktop stand. When positioning the desktop vertically, always use the included desktop stand. Secure the desktop chassis in place on the desktop stand using two screws. The desktop stand is designed to prev...
Page 16 - Setting up your computer; Using the onboard display output ports; Connect your monitor to the onboard display output port.; Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse
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 computer. Using the onboard display output ports Connect your monitor to the onboard display output port. To connect an external mon...
Page 17 - Connecting the power adapter; To connect the power adapter and power cord to the desktop PC:; Connect the power cord to the power adapter.
Connecting the power adapter • Use only the adapter that came with your package. Using other adapters may damage the device. • Power adapter specifications: • Input: 100-240VAC, 50~60Hz, 2.0A • Output: +19VDC, 6.3A To connect the power adapter and power cord to the desktop PC: 1. Connect the power c...
Page 18 - Turning your computer ON/OFF; Turning your computer ON; To turn your computer ON:; Turn your monitor ON.
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. . Press the power button on your computer. 4. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. For deta...
Page 19 - 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 .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 enab...
Page 20 - When finished, right-click the memory card drive icon on the; Computer; Using the memory card reader*; read from and write to different memory card drives.; To use the memory card:; Insert the memory card into the card slot.
0 Chapter 4: Connecting devices to your computer EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 3. When finished, right-click the memory card drive icon on the Computer screen, click Eject , and then remove the card. Using the memory card reader* Digital cameras and other digital imaging devices use me...
Page 21 - 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 .1-channel, 4.1- channel, 5.1-channel and 7.1-channel stereo speakers. Connecting Headphone and Mic C...
Page 22 - Connecting 4.1�channel Speakers; Connecting 5.1�channel Speakers
Connecting 4.1�channel Speakers LINE OU T Connecting 5.1�channel Speakers LINE OU T Chapter 4: Connecting devices to your computer EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H
Page 23 - Connecting 7.1�channel Speakers
Connecting 7.1�channel Speakers LINE OUT EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS BT1AE 3 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H
Page 25 - Using your computer; Proper posture when using your Desktop PC; To maintain the proper posture:
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS BT1AE 5 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 you with tips on avoiding phy...
Page 26 - Using the optical drive; Inserting an optical disc; To insert an optical disc:; While your system is on, press the eject button to open the tray.; Removing an optical disc; To remove an optical disc:; Remove the disc from the disc tray.
Using the optical drive Inserting an optical disc To insert an optical disc: 1. While your system is on, press the eject button to open the tray. . Place the disc on the optical drive with the label side outward if the desktop is positioned vertically and the label side up if the desktop is position...
Page 27 - From the BIOS Setup screen, click
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS BT1AE 7 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS You can enable or disable the front and rear USB .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 ...
Page 28 - Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS; Confirm the password when prompted.
8 Chapter 3: Using your computer EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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. . From the BIOS Set...
Page 29 - Connecting via a DSL/cable modem; Wired connection; computer and the other end to a DSL/cable modem.; Turn on the DSL/cable modem and your computer.; 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). . Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the rear panel of your co...
Page 30 - Connecting via a local area network (LAN); To connect via a LAN:; computer and the other end to your LAN.; 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. . Turn on your computer. 3. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. RJ-45 cable LAN • Contact y...
Page 31 - Chapter 5; Using ASUS Business Manager; ASUS Business Manager; Installing ASUS Business Manager; Insert your ASUS support DVD into your optical drive.; Utilities > ASUS Business Manager; Click; Install
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS BT1AE 31 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ASUS Business Manager ASUS Manager provides a set of tools for customizing and maintaining your ASUS computer. Installing ASUS Business Manager 1. Insert your ASUS support DVD into your optical drive. . On the support CD windo...
Page 32 - Starting ASUS Manager; Launch ASUS Manager from the Start Menu by clicking; Icon View and List View; ASUS Manager has an Icon View and List View. Click the; List View; icon; Icon View
3 Chapter 5: Using ASUS Manager EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H Starting ASUS Manager Launch ASUS Manager from the Start Menu by clicking Start > ASUS > ASUS Manager Icon View and List View ASUS Manager has an Icon View and List View. Click the List View icon to display a list of t...
Page 33 - System; Update; the latest BIOS, and updated ASUS applications.
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS BT1AE 33 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H System The System Information screen displays hardware and software details about your computer. Update Click Update on the main ASUS Manager screen to download and install hardware drivers, the latest BIOS, and updated ASUS applications.
Page 34 - Security; on the main ASUS Manager screen to access PC Cleanup and USB Lock; PC Cleanup; to free up hard drive space.; ASUS Secure Delete
34 Chapter 5: Using ASUS Manager EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H Security Click Security on the main ASUS Manager screen to access PC Cleanup and USB Lock utilities. PC Cleanup PC Cleanup provides options to remove temporary and unnecessary files from your computer to free up hard drive ...
Page 35 - Delete the files listed in the recycle
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS BT1AE 35 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 1. Once ASUS Secure Delete is launched, do any of the following to add files to the deletion box: • Drag and drop the files to the deletion box. 2. To remove a file from the deletion list, select the file, then click . • Right-click the file ...
Page 36 - Recovery; USB Lock; access by setting up a password.
36 Chapter 5: Using ASUS Manager EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H Backup & Recovery Click Recovery on the main ASUS Manager screen to begin Windows maintenance tasks such as system restoration, adjusting startup settings and repairing Windows with a recovery disk. USB Lock The USB Loc...
Page 37 - Power; Tool; Support
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS BT1AE 37 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H Power Click Power on the main ASUS Manager screen to configure power management. With Power Manager, you can specity time settings for system hibernation, sleep, display and hard drive activity. Tool Click Tool on the main ASUS Manager screen...
Page 38 - Ai Booting; buttons to modify the boot sequence.; MyLogo
38 Chapter 5: Using ASUS Manager EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H Ai Booting Ai Booting displays a list of bootable storage devices. Select a device and click the left/right buttons to modify the boot sequence. MyLogo ASUS MyLogo allows you to customize the boot logo. The boot logo is the...
Page 39 - Changing the BIOS boot logo; Select any of the options, then click; Next; Browse; downloaded BIOS if required) and then click; Run; Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process.
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS BT1AE 39 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H Changing the BIOS boot logo 1. Select any of the options, then click Next : • Change the BIOS boot logo and update the BIOS. • Change the BIOS boot logo only. Before selecting the first option, download the BIOS file to your computer using AS...
Page 40 - Intel
40 Chapter 5: Using ASUS Manager EN GL IS H EN GL IS H Intel ® SBA (Small Business Advantage) Intel ® SBA is a combination of hardware and software utilities that provides unique security and productivity capabilities designed for small businesses. Icons Descriptions Energy Saver Energy Saver allows...
Page 41 - Chapter 6; Troubleshooting; My computer cannot be powered on and the power LED on the front
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS BT1AE 41 Chapter 6 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 computer is properly connected....
Page 42 - The arrow keys on the number key pad are not working.
4 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ? 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 L...
Page 43 - I want to restore or undo changes to my computer’s system settings; on the confirmation
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS BT1AE 43 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ? 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 wi...
Page 44 - My speakers produce no sound.; from the Windows notification area, then click; The DVD drive cannot read a disc.
44 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ? My speakers produce no sound. • Ensure that you connect your speakers to the Line out port on the front panel or the rear panel. • Check if your speaker is connected to an electrical source and turned on. • Adjust your speak...
Page 46 - Display
46 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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...
Page 47 - Audio
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS BT1AE 47 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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 ...
Page 48 - CPU; working in an area with good air flow.
48 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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 BIOS settings...
Page 49 - ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.; Technical Support
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 1159 Telephone +886--894-3447 Fax +886--890-7798 E-mail [email protected] Web site http://www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +86-1-384-9911 Fax +86-1-5866-87 ext. 9101# Online sup...
Page 51 - First Edition; Appendix
47 ASUS Desktop PC Windows ® 7 / Windows ® 8.1 User Manual E8706 First Edition November 013 Copyright © ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved Appendix Windows ® 7 / Windows ® 8.1 User Manual
Page 53 - configuring the basic settings of your Windows; Using Windows
ASUS Desktop PC 49 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 computer on. Wait for a few minutes until the Set ...
Page 54 - 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
50 Chapter 1: Using Windows ® 7 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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 ...
Page 55 - Pinning items on the jumplists; Unpinning programs from the Start menu
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC 51 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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...
Page 56 - 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; Launching Windows; To launch Windows Explorer:
5 Chapter 1: Using Windows ® 7 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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...
Page 57 - 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
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC 53 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H Exploring files and folders To explore files and folders: 1. Launch Windows ® Explorer. . 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 ...
Page 58 - Adding a new folder; Backing up your files; Setting up a backup; Follow the onscreen instructions to finish the process.; Restoring your system settings
54 Chapter 1: Using Windows ® 7 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H Adding a new folder To add a new folder: 1. Launch Windows Explorer. . 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 . Bac...
Page 59 - Protecting your computer; Action Center, click the Notification icon; Setting up a user account and password; Setting up a user account
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC 55 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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 com...
Page 60 - Setting up a user’s password; Key in a password and confirm it. Key in your password’s hint.; Activating the anti�virus software; Getting Windows
56 Chapter 1: Using Windows ® 7 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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. . Select Create a password . 3. Key in a password and confirm it. Key in your password’s hint. 4. When done, click Create password...
Page 61 - To start your Desktop PC for the first time:; then tap; Carefully read the License Terms, then tap; I Accept; learn more about Windows®8.1 functionalities.
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC 57 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: 1. Press the power butto...
Page 62 - Using the Windows; The Windows; Start screen; all the programs and applications you need in just one place.
58 Chapter : Using Windows ® 8.1 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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 appear...
Page 63 - Hotspots; Hotspots on a running app
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC 59 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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 ne...
Page 64 - Hotspot
60 Chapter : Using Windows ® 8.1 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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 sc...
Page 65 - 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.
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC 61 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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...
Page 66 - 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
6 Chapter : Using Windows ® 8.1 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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...
Page 67 - the settings of your Desktop PC.; Launching the Charms bar; Press
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC 63 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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. La...
Page 68 - 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.
64 Chapter : Using Windows ® 8.1 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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 re...
Page 69 - Snap feature; Using Snap; Use your Desktop PC’s mouse or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen.
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC 65 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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 Usin...
Page 70 - Other keyboard shortcuts; Minimizes all currently active screens.
66 Chapter : Using Windows ® 8.1 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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> Laun...
Page 71 - Launches the magnifier and zooms in your screen.; Turning your Desktop PC OFF
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC 67 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H + <+> 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 yo...
Page 72 - Entering the BIOS Setup; system startup in the Desktop PC.; Quickly enter the BIOS
68 Chapter : Using Windows ® 8.1 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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 perf...
Page 73 - Other Windows; Removing a USB storage device; from the Windows notification area on your
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC 69 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 Flas...
Page 74 - on the confirmation message.
70 Chapter : Using Windows ® 7 / Windows ® 8.1 functions EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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 >...
Page 77 - to finish the
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC 73 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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 . 1. Click Close to finish the configuration. 13. Click the netwo...
Page 78 - Configuring a static IP network connection; To configure a static IP network connection :; To configure a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection:
74 Chapter : Using Windows ® 7 / Windows ® 8.1 functions EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H Configuring a static IP network connection To configure a static IP network connection : 1. Repeat steps 1 to 4 of the previous section. Click Use the following IP address . 3. Enter the IP address, ...
Page 82 - Wireless connection; in the notification area to display the available wireless; Connect; To connect to a Wi�Fi network:
78 Chapter : Using Windows ® 7 / Windows ® 8.1 functions EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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. ...
Page 83 - From the Charms bar, select; and click the network icon
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC 79 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H . 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 84 - 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.
80 Chapter : Using Windows ® 7 / Windows ® 8.1 functions EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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...
Page 85 - Select OK to confirm the system recovery.
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC 81 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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. DO NOT rem...
Page 86 - Select; Recovering from a system image file; Creating a USB recovery drive
8 Chapter : Using Windows ® 7 / Windows ® 8.1 functions EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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 restor...
Page 88 - option s in PC Settings. Refer to the steps below to use this option.; Launch the
84 Chapter : Using Windows ® 7 / Windows ® 8.1 functions EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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. B...