Asus G50AB- Manuals

Page 3 - Contents; Where to find more information; Getting started; Starting for the first time; Connecting devices to your computer

3 English English English English Contents Notices .......................................................................................................... 5Safety information .......................................................................................... 8TV Tuner (on selected models) ...

Page 4 - Connecting to the Internet

4 English English English English Contents Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection ......................................................................................... 55Wireless connection (on selected models only) ........................................... 60 Chapter 6: Using ...

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 English English English English 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...

Page 6 - IC: Canadian Compliance Statement

6 English English English English 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 ...

Page 7 - RF Equipment Notices; matériel brouilleur du Canada.

7 English English English English 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). Thi...

Page 8 - Safety information; expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields.

8 English English English English 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 cl...

Page 9 - Conventions used in this guide; ASUS websites

9 English English English English 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 comp...

Page 10 - Package contents

10 English English ASUS Desktop PC ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard package x1 ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse x1 Installation Guide Power cord x1 Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 OR Phoebus Control Box (optional) Wi-Fi Ring movable antenna x1 OR Antenna x1 (optional) (optional) Package contents • If any ...

Page 11 - Chapter 1; Thank you for purchasing the ASUS G50AB Desktop PC!; Getting to know your computer

English English ASUS G50AB 11 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS G50AB Desktop PC! The ASUS G50AB Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. All these values are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and st...

Page 12 - English; Front panel; Press this button to turn on your computer.; Optical disk drive bay.; There is an optical disk drive in this bay.; Optical disk drive eject button.; Press this button to eject the optical disk drive

1 Chapter 1: Getting started English English English English Front panel Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. Optical disk drive bay. There is an optical disk drive in this bay. Optical disk drive eject button. Press this button to eject the optical disk drive tray. HDD Bay (emp...

Page 13 - This button adjusts the System Level Up profile of your computer.; ASUS Audio Wizard

English English ASUS G50AB 13 English English CompactFlash ® / Microdrive™ card slot. Insert a CompactFlash ® / Microdrive™ card into this slot. Secure Digital™ / MultiMediaCard slot. Insert a Secure Digital™ / MultiMediaCard card into this slot. Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card slot. Insert a...

Page 14 - Rear panel; USB BIOS Flashback button.; USB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update

14 Chapter 1: Getting started English English English English Rear panel 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 BIOS Flashback button. USB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIO...

Page 15 - These Universal

English English ASUS G50AB 15 English English USB 3.0 ports, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode. 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. • The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows ® 7 or later versions. UAS...

Page 17 - LAN port LED indications

English English ASUS G50AB 17 English English Activity/Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description OFF No link OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection LAN port SPEED LED ACT/LINK LED LAN port LED indications Optical S/P...

Page 18 - 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:; Plug the monitor to a power source.

18 Chapter 1: Getting started English English English English 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 Graphics Card (o...

Page 19 - Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse; Connecting the power cord; computer and the other end to a power source.

English English ASUS G50AB 19 English English 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. The pre-installed setup utility for the bundled ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse can be accessed only when connecting the mouse t...

Page 20 - Turning your computer ON; To turn your computer ON:; Turn your monitor ON.

0 Chapter 1: Getting started English English Turning your computer ON This section describes how to turn on your computer after setting up your computer. Turning your computer ON To turn your computer ON: 1. Turn your monitor ON. . Turn the power switch ON, then press the power button on your comput...

Page 21 - Chapter 2; Using Windows; configuring the basic settings of your Windows; To start for the first time:; Carefully read the license terms. Tick; I accept the license terms for using Windows; and click; Accept; • Settings

English English ASUS G50AB 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 computer on....

Page 22 - Using the Windows; The Windows; Start screen; all the programs and applications you need in just one place.

Chapter : Using Windows ® 8 English English English English 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 successfull...

Page 23 - Hotspots; Hotspots on a running app

English English ASUS G50AB 3 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 the Ho...

Page 25 - Working with Windows; Launching apps; Smaller; Unpinning apps; Unpin from Start; Closing apps

English English ASUS G50AB 5 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 browse th...

Page 26 - Accessing the All Apps screen; screen or to the Desktop mode taskbar.; Launching the All Apps screen; Right-click on the Start screen or press; Pinning an app on the Start screen; Launch the All Apps screen.; Pin to Start

6 Chapter : Using Windows ® 8 English English 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 Right-click on the Start screen or press �� <Z&g...

Page 27 - Charms bar; the settings of your Desktop PC.; Launching the Charms bar; Press

English English ASUS G50AB 7 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 Charms...

Page 28 - Inside the Charms bar; Search; screen, you can also use this to revert back to a recently opened app.; Devices; to your Desktop PC such as an external display or printer.; Settings; This tool allows you to access the PC settings of your Desktop PC.

8 Chapter : Using Windows ® 8 English English English English Inside the Charms 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 the display ...

Page 29 - Snap feature; Using Snap; Use your Desktop PC’s mouse or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen.; side of the display panel.; • Launch an app then press

English English ASUS G50AB 9 English English 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 Desktop PC’s mou...

Page 30 - Other keyboard shortcuts; Minimizes the Internet Explorer window.

30 Chapter : Using Windows ® 8 English English English English 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 the deskto...

Page 31 - Launches the magnifier and zooms in your screen.; Turning your Desktop PC OFF

English English ASUS G50AB 31 English English �� <��> 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. Turning ...

Page 32 - Entering the BIOS Setup; system startup in the Desktop PC.; Quickly enter the BIOS

3 Chapter : Using Windows ® 8 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. ...

Page 33 - Chapter 3; Connecting a USB storage device; To connect a USB storage device:; To remove a USB storage device:

English English ASUS G50AB 33 Chapter 3 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. These USB ports allow you to connect USB devices such as storage devices. To connect a USB storage devi...

Page 34 - Connecting microphone and speakers; Connecting Headphone and Mic

34 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer English English English English 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...

Page 35 - Connecting 4-channel Speakers

English English ASUS G50AB 35 English English Connecting 4-channel Speakers Connecting 6-channel Speakers

Page 36 - Connecting 8-channel Speakers

36 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer English English English English Connecting 8-channel Speakers

Page 37 - Connecting the Phoebus Box (with a Phoebus Sound; Item; Connect the microphone’s 3.5mm plug from the; Headphone Port; The headphone port has a built-in high-quality amplifier; Box Link Port; Connect Phoebus Control box directly to this port.

English English ASUS G50AB 37 English English Connecting the Phoebus Box (with a Phoebus Sound card) No Item Description 1 Microphone In Port Connect the microphone’s 3.5mm plug from the Phoebus Control Box into this Mic-In port for voice communication, recording or karaoke. 2 Headphone Port The hea...

Page 38 - Connecting the Phoebus Control Box with an external headphone; Connect the headphone to the headphone port on the; Microphone In Port; Connect the microphone’s 3.5mm plug to the Mic-In

38 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer English English English English Connecting the Phoebus Control Box with an external headphone and microphone No Item Description 1 Headphone Port Connect the headphone to the headphone port on the Phoebus Control box. 2 Microphone In Port Connect the...

Page 39 - Configuring the default audio device; To configure the default audio device:; Playback devices

English English ASUS G50AB 39 English English Configuring the default audio device To configure the default audio device: 1. Right-click the volume icon on the System Tray and click Playback devices . . Click the Recording or Playback tab and right-click the audio device. Click Set as Default Commun...

Page 40 - 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

40 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer English English 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. Setting up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you are allow...

Page 41 - on the confirmation message.

English English ASUS G50AB 41 English English 3. Turn on your computer. 4. Do any of the following to open the Screen Resolution setting screen: From the Start screen a) Launch the All Apps screen and pin Control Panel on the Start screen. For details, refer to Pinning an app on the Start screen fro...

Page 42 - Connecting an HDTV; Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your computer.

4 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer English English 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, ens...

Page 43 - Chapter 4; Using your computer; Proper posture when using your Desktop PC; To maintain the proper posture:

English English ASUS G50AB 43 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 physical...

Page 44 - 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.

44 Chapter 4: Using your computer English English English English 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 card or else ...

Page 45 - Using the optical drive; Inserting an optical disc; PUSH; Select a program from the AutoPlay window to access your files.; Removing an optical disc; To remove an optical disc:

English English ASUS G50AB 45 English English Using the optical drive Inserting an optical disc To insert an optical disc:1. While your system is on, press the PUSH button. . Press the eject button below the drive bay cover to open the tray. 3. Place the disc to the optical drive with the label side...

Page 46 - Using the ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard; Installing the ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard; Restart your computer. Windows

46 Chapter 4: Using your computer English English English English Using the ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard Your Desktop PC comes with the bundled ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard for an optimal gaming experience. Installing the ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard Use the bundled PS/ to USB adapter to connect you...

Page 48 - LED colors; Launching the program; Setting your ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse

48 Chapter 4: Using your computer English English English English *Profile switch LED indications LED colors Indications None Normal Profile Green Profile 1 Red Profile 2 Orange Profile 3 **DPI switch LED indications LED colors Indications DPI Level 1 4 DPI Level Launching the program A specially de...

Page 49 - Click each tab to display the selected profile menu.

English English ASUS G50AB 49 English English Main Menu Items Description 1 Click each tab to display the selected profile menu. 2 Displays the profile icon to configure profile 1-3 menus. 3 Click to reset the DPI configuration to the previously saved settings. 4 Drag the slider to adjust the DPI va...

Page 50 - Enter the desired profile name.; Left mouse button function; IE Backward

50 Chapter 4: Using your computer English English English English Profile 1 menu Items Description 1 Click to open the Edit menu and change the profile name and profile icon. 2 Enter the desired profile name. 3 Click to locate the image file you want to use as the profile icon. 4 Select the function...

Page 51 - Profile Switch; Profile Switch button function.; Press the button to use the normal profille.; Press the button to do a rapid fire in a click-to-attack game, which is

English English ASUS G50AB 51 English English Functions Description Keyboard Press the button to perform a keystroke or keystroke sequence. Macro Press the button to run a command or series of commands that you can edit via the Edit Macro menu. See Macro menu for details. Script #1-6 Press the butto...

Page 52 - Keeping fire

5 Chapter 4: Using your computer English English English English Edit Macro menu Items Description Edit Macro Click to open the Edit Macro menu. Timing Check this item to record the time between pressing down and releasing a button. (Default: 1 milliseconds) Insert When checked, the new instruction ...

Page 55 - Chapter 5; Wired connection; Connecting via a DSL/cable modem; computer and the other end to a DSL/cable modem.

English English ASUS G50AB 55 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 document...

Page 56 - Connecting via a local area network (LAN); To connect via a LAN:; computer and the other end to your LAN.

56 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet English English English English 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. Configur...

Page 57 - Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection; To configure a dynamic IP/PPPoE or static IP network connection:

English English ASUS G50AB 57 English English 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 and click Op...

Page 59 - to finish the; To configure a static IP network connection:

English English ASUS G50AB 59 English English 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 created. 13....

Page 60 - Wireless connection (on selected models only); Using the Wi-Fi ring movable antenna

60 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet English English English English Wireless connection (on selected models only) Connect your computer to the Internet through a wireless connection. To establish a wireless connection, you need to connect to a wireless access point (AP). USB3.0/UASP USB KB/MS U...

Page 63 - Chapter 6; Using the utilities; ASUS AI Suite II; users to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously.; Using AI Suite II; AI Suite II automatically starts when you enter the Windows

English English ASUS G50AB 63 Chapter 6 Using the utilities ASUS AI Suite II ASUS AI Suite II is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. Using AI Suite II AI Suite II automatically starts when you enter the...

Page 64 - The Tool menu; Tool; System Level Up; Tool > System Level Up; adjust the hot key settings manually. See figure below for details.; BIOS

64 Chapter 6: Using the utilities English English English English The Tool menu The Tool menu includes the System Level Up, Probe II, Sensor Recorder, and Ai Charger��. System Level Up System Level Up allows you to overclock the system in Windows ® environment using the profile settings. To launch S...

Page 65 - Launching and configuring Probe II; To configure Probe II:; tab allows you to customize the time interval of sensor alerts, or

English English ASUS G50AB 65 English English Launching and configuring Probe II Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. Wi...

Page 66 - Launching and configuring Sensor Recorder; To launch Sensor Recorder:

66 Chapter 6: Using the utilities English English English English Launching and configuring Sensor Recorder Sensor Recorder allows you to monitor the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed, as well as recording the changes. To launch Sensor Recorder: • Click Tool > Sensor Recor...

Page 67 - Launching and configuring Ai Charger+; To launch Ai Charger��, click

English English ASUS G50AB 67 English English Launching and configuring Ai Charger+ Ai Charger+, a unique and fast-charging software, allows you to charge your BC 1.1* mobile devices on your computer’s USB port three times faster than the standard USB devices**. • Ai Charger�� is available only on U...

Page 68 - Launching Sensor; The Monitor menu

68 Chapter 6: Using the utilities English English English English Launching Sensor The Sensor panel displays the current value of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU displays the current value of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU temperature, and voltages. To launch Sensor: • Click Mon...

Page 69 - avoid network traffic.; Next; that there is no new BIOS file from the; The Update menu; ASUS Update; Updating the BIOS through the Internet

English English ASUS G50AB 69 English English . Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic. Tick the two items if you want to enable the BIOS downgradable and Auto-BIOS backup functions. 3. Select the BIOS version that you want to download, then click Next . When no updated versio...

Page 70 - Locate the BIOS file from the Open; Open

70 Chapter 6: Using the utilities English English English English Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: 1. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from file , then click Next . 4. Click Yes if you want to change the boot logo, which is the image appear...

Page 71 - The System Information screen; MB; The Settings screen; The Settings screen allows you to customize the main menu; The Support screen

English English ASUS G50AB 71 English English The System Information screen The System Information screen displays the information about the motherboard, CPU, and memory slots. • Click the MB tab to see the details on the motherboard manufacturer, product name, version, and BIOS. • Click the CPU tab...

Page 72 - Resetting your PC; Just remove my files; Recovering from a system image file; Creating a USB recovery drive; Find and fix problems

7 Chapter 6: Using the utilities English English English English 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 the scree...

Page 74 - Removing everything and reinstalling Windows; Launch the; Click; Scroll down to view the; Remove everything and reinstall Windows

74 Chapter 6: Using the utilities English English 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 in PC Settings. Refer to the steps below to use this option. Back up all your...

Page 76 - Chapter 7; Troubleshooting; My computer cannot be powered on and the power LED on the front

ASUS G50AB 76 English English Chapter 7 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. • Che...

Page 77 - No display on the monitor.; My computer cannot detect my USB storage device.; Refresh everything without affecting your files

ASUS G50AB 77 English English ? 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 you connect your monitor to a video output ...

Page 78 - The picture on the HDTV is distorted.; My speakers produce no sound.

78 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting English English English English ? 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: Do any of the following to open the Screen ...

Page 79 - Power

English English ASUS G50AB 79 English English Power Problem Possible Cause Action No power (The power indicator is off) Incorrect power voltage • If your computer has a power voltage switch, set it to your area’s power requirements. • Adjust the voltage settings. Ensure that the power cord is unplug...

Page 81 - System; Problem

English English ASUS G50AB 81 English English 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. • Reinstall the operating system. Th...

Page 82 - CPU; working in an area with good air flow.

8 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting 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 BIOS settings have b...

Page 83 - ASUS contact information; ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.; Technical Support; Authorised representative in

English English 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 www.asus.com.tw Technical Support Telephone ��86-1-3849911 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER I...