Page 3 - Contents; Where to find more information
3 Contents Notices .......................................................................................................... 5Safety information .......................................................................................... 8Conventions used in this guide ..................................
Page 4 - Chapter 6
4 Contents Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 53Recovering your system .............................................................................. 60ASUS contact information ...........................
Page 5 - Notices; ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services; REACH; Lithium-Ion Battery Warning
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 - Avertissement relatif aux batteries Lithium-Ion
6 IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 10 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 - RF Equipment Notices
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
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. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS we...
Page 10 - Package contents
10 ASUS Essentio Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Power cord x1 DVD/SDVD/RDVD x1 (optional) Installation Guide Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 Antenna x 1 (optional) Antennas x (optional) Package contents • If any of the above items are damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustra...
Page 11 - Chapter 1; Getting started; Front panel; Getting to know your computer
ASUS M51AC 11 Chapter 1 Getting started Front panel Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS Essentio M51AC Desktop PC! The ASUS Essentio M51AC Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. All these values are encapsulated in a stunningly fut...
Page 12 - GL; Optical disk drive bay.
1 Chapter 1: Getting started EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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 Window...
Page 13 - Rear panel
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS M51AC 13 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H Power connector. Plug the power cord to this connector. RATING : 115Vac/220-230Vac, 7A/4A, 60/50Hz. Power switch (on selected models only). Switch to turn ON/OFF the power supply to your computer. USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus .0 ...
Page 15 - Expansion slot bracket.; LAN port LED indications
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS M51AC 15 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H Expansion slot bracket. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card. ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only). This optional WLAN card allows your computer to connect to a wireless network. ASUS Graphics Card (on selec...
Page 16 - Setting up your computer; Connecting an external monitor; Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only); To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card:
16 Chapter 1: Getting started EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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. Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Grap...
Page 17 - Using the onboard display output ports
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS M51AC 17 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H • If your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in the BIOS. Hence, connect your monitor to a display output port on the graphics card. • To connect multiple external monitors to you...
Page 18 - Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse
18 Chapter 1: Getting started EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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. Connecting the power cord Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the re...
Page 19 - Turning your computer ON; To turn your computer ON:
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS M51AC 19 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H Turning your computer ON This section describes how to turn on your computer after setting up your computer. To turn your computer ON: 1. Turn on the power switch. . Turn your monitor ON. 3. Press the power button on your computer. 4. Wait un...
Page 21 - Chapter 2; Using Windows; Starting for the first time; To start for the first time:; I accept the license terms for using Windows; Accept
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS M51AC 1 Chapter 2 Using Windows ® 8 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 operating system. To start for the first time: 1. Turn your comput...
Page 22 - Using the Windows; Start screen; Windows
Chapter : Using Windows ® 8 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. It includes the following features you can use while working on your Desktop PC. Start screen The Start screen appears after...
Page 23 - Hotspots; Hotspots on a running app
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS M51AC 3 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 next pag...
Page 24 - Hotspot
4 Chapter : Using Windows ® 8 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 scree...
Page 25 - Working with Windows; Launching apps; Customizing apps; Resizing apps; Smaller; Unpinning apps; Unpin from Start; Closing apps
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS M51AC 5 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 keys ...
Page 26 - Accessing the All Apps screen; Launching the All Apps screen; Pinning an app on the Start screen; Pin to Start
6 Chapter : Using Windows ® 8 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 Right-click on the Start screen or pres...
Page 27 - Charm bar; Launching the Charm bar
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS M51AC 7 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H Charm bar The Charm 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 ...
Page 28 - Inside the Charm bar; Search; Devices; Settings
8 Chapter : Using Windows ® 8 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H Inside the Charm bar Search This tool allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Desktop PC. Share This tool allows you to share applications via social networking sites or email. Start This tool reverts t...
Page 29 - Snap feature; Using Snap
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS M51AC 9 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. A screen resolution of at least 1366 x 768 pixels is required to use the Snap feature. Snap bar Using Snap To use Snap: 1. Use your Desk...
Page 30 - Other keyboard shortcuts
30 Chapter : Using Windows ® 8 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. Switches between the Start screen and the last running app. + <D> Launches...
Page 31 - Turning your Desktop PC OFF
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS M51AC 31 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H + <+> Launches the magnifier and zooms in your screen. + <-> Zooms out your screen. + <,> Allows you to peek at the desktop. + <Enter> Opens the Narrator Settings. + <Prt Sc> Enables the print screen function. Tu...
Page 32 - Entering the BIOS Setup; Quickly enter the BIOS
3 Chapter : Using Windows ® 8 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 perform...
Page 33 - Chapter 3; Connecting devices to your computer; Connecting a USB storage device; To connect a USB storage device:; To remove a USB storage device:
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS M51AC 33 Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB .0/1.1/3.0 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: ...
Page 34 - Connecting microphone and speakers; Connecting Headphone and Mic
34 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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 -channe...
Page 37 - Connecting multiple external displays; Setting up multiple displays; To set up multiple displays:
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS M51AC 37 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you to connect multiple external displays. Setting up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you are allowed to set display modes....
Page 39 - Connecting an HDTV
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS M51AC 39 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H Connecting an HDTV Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your computer. • You need an HDMI cable to connect the HDTV and the computer. The HDMI cable is purchased separately. • To get the best display performance, ensure tha...
Page 41 - Chapter 4; Using your computer; Proper posture when using your Desktop PC; To maintain the proper posture:
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS M51AC 41 Chapter 4 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 ph...
Page 42 - Computer; Using the memory card reader; To use the memory card:
4 Chapter 4: Using 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. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on the ca...
Page 43 - Using the optical drive; Inserting an optical disc; To insert an optical disc:; Removing an optical disc; To remove an optical disc:; Eject
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS M51AC 43 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H Using the optical drive 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. . Place the disc to the optical drive with the label side facing up. 3...
Page 45 - Chapter 5; Connecting to the Internet; Wired connection; Connecting via a DSL/cable modem
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS M51AC 45 Chapter 5 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection Use an RJ-45 cable to connect your computer to a DSL/cable modem or a local area network (LAN). Connecting via a DSL/cable modem To connect via a DSL/cable modem: 1. Set up your DSL/cable modem. Refer to the do...
Page 46 - Connecting via a local area network (LAN); To connect via a LAN:
46 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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. RJ-45 cable LAN . Turn o...
Page 47 - Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection; To configure a dynamic IP/PPPoE or static IP network connection:
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS M51AC 47 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection To configure a dynamic IP/PPPoE or static IP network connection: 1. From the Start screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop mode. . From the Windows ® taskbar, right-click the network icon ...
Page 49 - To configure a static IP network connection:
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS M51AC 49 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 9. Select Broadband (PPPoE) and click Next . 10. Enter your User name and, Password, and Connection name. Click Connect . 11. Click Close to finish the configuration. 1. Click the network icon in the taskbar and click the connection you just ...
Page 53 - Troubleshooting; My computer cannot be powered on and the power LED on the front
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS M51AC 53 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 54 - No display on the monitor.; files
54 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ? No display on the monitor. • Check if the monitor is powered on. • Ensure that your monitor is properly connected to the video output port on your computer. • If your computer comes with a discrete graphics card, ensure that...
Page 55 - The picture on the HDTV is distorted.; My speakers produce no sound.
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS M51AC 55 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ? The picture on the HDTV is distorted. • It is caused by the different resolutions of your monitor and your HDTV. Adjust the screen resolution to fit your HDTV. To change the screen resolution: 1. Do any of the following to open the Screen R...
Page 56 - Power; The DVD drive cannot read a disc.; File
56 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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 pow...
Page 58 - System
58 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H System Problem Possible Cause Action System speed is too slow Too many programs are running. Close some of the programs. Computer virus attack • Use an anti-virus software to scan for viruses and repair your computer. • Reinst...
Page 59 - CPU
EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS M51AC 59 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 se...
Page 60 - Recovering your system; Resetting your PC; Just remove my files; Recovering from a system image file; Creating a USB recovery drive; Find and fix problems
60 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H Recovering your system Resetting your PC The Reset your PC option restores your PC to its factory default settings. Back up all your data before using this option. To reset your PC: 1. Press < F9 > during bootup. . From ...
Page 62 - Removing everything and reinstalling Windows; Remove everything and reinstall Windows
6 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 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 in PC Settings. Refer to the steps below to use this option. Back up all your data before us...
Page 64 - ASUS contact information; ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.; Technical Support
64 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 support http://support....
