Asus BP1AD-I34150367- Manuals

Page 3 - Contents; Where to find more information

3 Contents Notices .......................................................................................................... 4Safety information .......................................................................................... 7Conventions used in this guide ..................................

Page 4 - Notices; ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services; information in different regions.; REACH; • This device may not cause harmful interference and; according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

4 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 - RF Equipment Notices; matériel brouilleur du Canada.

6 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 7 - Safety information; expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields.

7 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 8 - ASUS websites

8 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 Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Informatio...

Page 9 - Package contents

9 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 (Optional...

Page 11 - Thank you for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC!; Getting to know your computer; Front panel; 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 12 - GL

2 x 5.25 inch optical disk drive bays. The 5.5 inch optical disk drive bays are for 5.5 inch DVD-ROM / CD-RW / DVD-RW devices. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone. Headphone port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or speaker. USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus .0...

Page 13 - Optical disk drive eject button.

BM1AD Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. 5.25 inch optical disk drive bay. The 5.5 inch optical disk drive bay is for 5.5 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 (emp...

Page 14 - 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 .0 (USB .0) ports connect to USB .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. • DO ...

Page 15 - This port connects to a microphone.

5.25 inch optical disk drive bay. The 5.5 inch optical disk drive bay is for 5.5 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, sc...

Page 16 - Rear panel; Plug the power cord to this connector.

Rear panel BM1AD / BM6AD (MD310) Power connector. Plug the power cord to this connector. PS/2 keyboard port (purple) . This port is for a PS/ keyboard. HDMI port. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and...

Page 17 - 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 20 - 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 22 - 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) ` Chapter 1: Getting started EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H EN GL IS H

Page 23 - 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) EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS BM6AD (MD310), BM1AD, and BP1AD (SD310) 3 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H

Page 24 - 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. . Press the power button on your computer. Power button BM1AD Power button BM6AD (MD310) Power button BP1AD...

Page 25 - Connecting a USB storage device; To connect a USB storage device:; Insert the USB storage device to your computer.; Chapter 2; 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 27 - 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 -channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers. Connecting Headphone and Mic BM6AD (MD...

Page 31 - 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

EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS BM6AD (MD310), BM1AD, and BP1AD (SD310) 31 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. When a graphics card is installed in your computer, connect th...

Page 32 - Turn on your computer.; Screen Resolution; Connecting an HDTV; Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your computer.

3 Chapter : Connecting devices to your computer EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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...

Page 33 - Chapter 3; Using your computer; Proper posture when using your Desktop PC; To maintain the proper posture:

EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS BM6AD (MD310), BM1AD, and BP1AD (SD310) 33 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 pro...

Page 34 - 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:; 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. . Place the disc to the optical drive with the label side facing up. 3. Push the tray to close i...

Page 35 - To disable or enable the front and rear USB 2.0 and 3.0 ports:; From the BIOS Setup screen, click; Advanced; Select the USB port that you want to enable or disable.; Exit; and select

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 at startup. . From the BIOS Setup screen, click Advanced ...

Page 36 - 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. . From the BIOS Setup EZ Mode screen, click Exit > Advanced Mode . From...

Page 37 - 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). . Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the rear panel of your co...

Page 38 - 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 39 - 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 . Turn on your computer. 3. Configure the...

Page 41 - Chapter 5; Troubleshooting; My computer cannot be powered on and the power LED on the front

EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS BM6AD (MD310), BM1AD, and BP1AD (SD310) 41 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 yo...

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; Refresh everything without affecting your files; The picture on the HDTV is distorted.; on the confirmation

EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS BM6AD (MD310), BM1AD, and BP1AD (SD310) 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 ...

Page 44 - My speakers produce no sound.; from the Windows notification area, then click; The DVD drive cannot read a disc.; Computer

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 (lime) on the front panel or the rear panel. • Check if your speak is connected to an electrical source and turned on. • Adjust your ...

Page 45 - Power

EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS BM6AD (MD310), BM1AD, and BP1AD (SD310) 45 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. E...

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 BM6AD (MD310), BM1AD, and BP1AD (SD310) 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 co...

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 - ASUS Desktop PC; First Edition

Page 50 - Starting for the first time; Starting for the first time; Other Windows; Configuring the screen resolution settings

A-2 Contents Using Windows ® 7 Starting for the first time .............................................................................. A-3 Using Windows ® 7 desktop ......................................................................... A-4 Managing your files and folders .........................

Page 51 - configuring the basic settings of your Windows; security settings for your computer. To skip this step, select

ASUS Desktop PC A-3 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 computer on. Wait for...

Page 52 - Using the Start menu; Help and; Launching items from the Start menu; To launch items from the Start menu:; Using the Getting Started item; Getting Started; , adding new users, and transferring files to help you to; taskbar, click the Start icon; Getting Started; Using the taskbar; Launching a program from the taskbar; To launch a program from the taskbar:; taskbar, click an icon to launch it. Click the icon again to hide the

A-4 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 53 - Pinning items on the jumplists; Pin to this list; Unpinning items from the jumplist; Pin to Taskbar; Unpinning programs from the Start menu; Unpinning programs from the taskbar

EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC A-5 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, ofte...

Page 54 - 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 , then click the message to open it.; 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:

A-6 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. Netwo...

Page 55 - Exploring files and folders; To explore files and folders:; Customizing the file/folder view; Arranging your files; To arrange your files:; Sorting your files; Sort by; Grouping your files; Group by

EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC A-7 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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 th...

Page 56 - Adding a new folder; From the toolbar, click; Backing up your files; Setting up a backup; Follow the onscreen instructions to finish the process.; Restoring your system settings

A-8 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. 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 . B...

Page 57 - Protecting your computer; Action Center, click the Notification icon , then click; All Programs; Update screen, click the task that you want to do.; Setting up a user account and password; Setting up a user account; To set up a user account:

EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC A-9 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 co...

Page 58 - Setting up a user’s password; To set up a user’s password:; Key in a password and confirm it. Key in your password’s hint.; Create password; Activating the anti-virus software; To activate Trend Micro Internet Security:; Getting Windows; Help and Support, click

A-10 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. 2. Select Create a password . 3. Key in a password and confirm it. Key in your password’s hint. 4. When done, click Create passw...

Page 59 - To start your Desktop PC for the first time:; then tap; Next; 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 A-11 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 firs...

Page 60 - Using the Windows; The Windows; Start screen; all the programs and applications you need in just one place.

A-12 Chapter 2: 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 app...

Page 61 - Hotspots; Hotspots on a running app

EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC A-13 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 ...

Page 62 - Hotspot; more details, refer to; Snap feature

A-14 Chapter 2: 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...

Page 63 - Launching 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; Unpin from Start; Closing apps; • From the running app’s screen, press �Alt�� F4��.

EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC A-15 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 arr...

Page 64 - 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

A-16 Chapter 2: 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 . • ...

Page 65 - the settings of your Desktop PC.; Launching the Charms bar; Press

EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC A-17 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. ...

Page 66 - 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.

A-18 Chapter 2: 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...

Page 67 - 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 A-19 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 Us...

Page 68 - Other keyboard shortcuts

A-20 Chapter 2: 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�� Launc...

Page 69 - Launches the magnifier and zooms in your screen.; Turning your Desktop PC OFF; To turn your Desktop PC OFF:; Do any of the following to shut down your Desktop PC:; to do a normal shutdown.; seconds until your Desktop PC turns off.; Putting your Desktop PC to sleep; To put your Desktop PC on Sleep mode, press the Power button once.

EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC A-21 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 Desktop PC OFF OFF To turn your Desktop PC OFF: Do any of the following to sh...

Page 70 - Entering the BIOS Setup; system startup in the Desktop PC.; Quickly enter the BIOS

A-22 Chapter 2: 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 p...

Page 71 - Desktop

EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC A-23 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 Fl...

Page 72 - on the confirmation message.

A-24 Chapter 2: 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 73 - To configure a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection:; Center screen, click

EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC A-25 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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 option to us...

Page 75 - to finish the

EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC A-27 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 . 12. Click Close to finish the configuration. 13. Click the ne...

Page 76 - Configuring a static IP network connection; To configure a static IP network connection :; Repeat steps 1 to 4 of the previous section.; Use the following IP address; Enter the IP address, Subnet mask and; OK; From the Start screen, click; to launch the Desktop mode.

A-28 Chapter 2: 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. 2 Click Use the following IP address . 3. Enter the IP addr...

Page 77 - From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen, click; automatically

EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC A-29 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 2. From the Windows ® taskbar, right-click the network icon and click Open Network and Sharing Center . 3. From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen, click Change Adapter settings . 4. Right-click on your LAN and select Propertie...

Page 79 - Connect; To configure a static IP network connection:

EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC A-31 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 10. Enter your User name and, Password, and Connection name. Click Connect . 11. Click Close to finish the configuration. 12. Click the network icon in the taskbar and click the connection you just created. 13. Enter your user name and...

Page 80 - Wireless connection; Connecting to a Wi-Fi network; Click the network icon; click; Wait while your computer is connecting to the wireless network.; Do any of the following to launch the; from the Start screen or from any

A-32 Chapter 2: 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 network...

Page 81 - From the Charms bar, select; and click the network icon

EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC A-33 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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 82 - 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; �� to boot from the Recovery DVD.

A-34 Chapter 2: 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 sys...

Page 83 - Select OK to confirm the system recovery.; Reset your PC; From the screen, click; Troubleshoot

EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC A-35 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 r...

Page 84 - To reset your PC by using Recovery DVD:; Click; Only the drive where the Windows is installed; Select; Just remove my files; Click; Reset; Recovering from a system image file; Creating a USB recovery drive

A-36 Chapter 2: 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 re...

Page 85 - When the process is completed,; Finish; From the Control Panel’s System and Security, click; Create a

EN GL IS H EN GL IS H ASUS Desktop PC A-37 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 5. Select the USB storage device where you want to copy the recovery files. 6. Click Next . 7. Click Create . Wait for a while for the process to complete. 8. When the process is completed, click Finish . To create a USB recovery drive...

Page 86 - Remove everything; option s in PC Settings. Refer to the steps below to use this option.; Launch the; Charm bar; Scroll down to view the; Remove everything and reinstall Windows

A-38 Chapter 2: 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...

Page 87 - ASUS contact information; ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.; Technical Support; Authorised representative in

A-39 EN GL IS H EN GL IS H 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.c...