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1. YNG BR Installation Gunde ED a Power cord x1 Warranty card x1 Installation Guide x1 Recovery DVD x1 optional Phoebus Control Box optional Wi Fi Ring moving antenna x2 Antenna x1 optional optional Z If any of the items is damaged or missing contact your retailer The illustrated items above are for reference only Actual product specifications may vary with different models e For details on using the bundled gaming keyboard and mouse refer to sections Using the ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard and Using the ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse 10 Getting started Welcome Thank you for purchasing the ASUS G70AB Desktop PC The ASUS G70AB 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 aN Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your ASUS Desktop PC Getting to know your computer Illustrations are for reference only The ports and their locations and the chassis color vary with different models Front panel ASUS G70AB 11 Power button Press this button to turn on your computer Secure Digital MultiMediaCard slot Insert a Secure Digital MultiMediaCard card into this slot Optical disk drive bay There is an optical disk drive in this bay Optical disk drive eject button Press this button to
2. Each card slot has its own drive icon which is displayed on the Computer screen 3 _ When finished right click the memory card drive icon on the Computer screen click Eject and then remove the card TF Hover your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows desktop then right click L on the Start screen s thumbnail From the popup menu click File Explorer to open the Computer screen Never remove cards while or immediately after reading copying formatting or deleting data on the card or else data loss may occur gt p To prevent data loss use Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media in the Windows notification area before removing the memory card 44 Chapter 4 Using your computer Using the optical drive S SSS SES SES S SS SERS SSS Sc Ges mg a SS SS EOS SESE EEE S SSS o meses SESS SELS mr sZ I Z YY YY LM Hy Uy TUA 5668 BEE EE 85850 Inserting an optical disc To insert an optical disc 1 _ While your system is on press the eject button below the drive bay cover to open the tray 2 Place the disc to the optical drive with the label side facing up 3 Push the tray to close it 4 _ Select a program from the AutoPlay window to access your files TF If AutoPlay is NOT enabled in your computer hover your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows desktop then rig
3. Line In 3 High Definition Audio Device Not plugged in Micr High Configure Speech Recognition Defa y Disable pi Set as Default Communication Device Not Show Disabled Devices Line Show Disconnected Devices High Not Properti Configure Set Default w Properties ox can ASUS G70AB 39 40 Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA HDMI or DVI ports and allows you to connect multiple external displays When a graphics card is installed in your computer connect the monitors on the output ports of the graphics card Setting up multiple displays When using multiple monitors you are allowed to set display modes You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of your main display or as an extension to enlarge your Windows desktop To set up multiple displays 1 _ Turn off your computer 2 _ Connect the two monitors to your computer and connect the power cords to the monitors Refer to Setting up your computer section in Chapter 1 for details on how to connect a monitor to your computer Z For some graphic cards only the monitor that is set to be the primary display has display during POST The dual display function works only u
4. Service Center Visit the ASUS Support site at http support asus com for the service center information ASUS G70AB 91 ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC Address Telephone Fax E mail Web site Technical Support Telephone Online support 15 Li Te Road Peitou Taipei Taiwan 11259 886 2 2894 3447 886 2 2890 7798 info asus com tw www asus com tw 86 21 38429911 support asus com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL America Address Telephone Fax Web site Technical Support Telephone Support fax Online support 800 Corporate Way Fremont CA 94539 USA 1 510 739 3777 1 510 608 4555 usa asus com 41 012 282 2797 41 812 284 0883 support asus com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Germany and Austria Address Fax Web site Online contact Technical Support Telephone Component Telephone System Notebook Eee LCD Support Fax Online support Harkort Str 21 23 D 40880 Ratingen Germany 49 2102 959911 www asus de www asus de sales 49 1805 010923 49 1805 010920 49 2102 9599 11 support asus com EUR 0 14 minute from a German fixed landline EUR 0 42 minute from a mobile phone Manufacturer ASUSTeK Computer Inc Address AF No 150 LI TE RD PEITOU TAIPEI 112 TAIWAN Authorised representative in ASUS Computer GmbH Europe Address HARKORT STR 21 23 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY
5. Side Speaker Out 14 Chapter 1 Getting started Air vents These vents allow air ventilation DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis Always provide proper ventilation for your computer Power switch on selected models only Switch to turn ON OFF the power supply to your computer Power connector Plug the power cord to this connector RATING 100 120V 10A 200 240V 5A 60 50Hz Expansion slot brackets 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 Sound card ports optional These ports connect to your output devices such as microphones headsets and speakers ASUS Graphics Card on selected models only The display output ports on this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models LAN RJ 45 port This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network LAN through a network hub eeeee ee gt e ASUS G70AB 15 16 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 on selected models only Connect your monitor to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card 1
6. 1 ASUS G70AB Hover your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows desktop then right click on the Start screen s thumbnail From the popup menu click File Explorer to open the Computer screen ea DVD RW Drive Right click then click Eject from the menu 77 Power Problem Possible Cause If your computer has a power voltage switch set it to your area s power reguirements Adjust the voltage settings Ensure that the power cord is unplugged from the power outlet Incorrect power voltage No power The power Your computer is not indicator is off turned on Press the power key on the front panel to ensure that your computer is turned on Your computer s power Ensure that the power cord is cord is not properly properly connected connected Use another compatible power cord Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on your computer PSU Power supply unit problems Display Problem Possible Cause Action Connect the signal cable to the The signal cable is correct display port onboard VGA or No display not connected to the discrete VGA port output after correct VGA port on your e If you are using a discrete VGA turning the computer card connect the signal cable to the computer on discrete VGA port Black screen Signal cable problems Try connecting to another monitor 78 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting LAN Problem Possible Cause A
7. CH6 eurospot 9999 Go knight_2G RT n65u_ 7 2 4G starsucks VIC_GW_2 X ray 2 4GHz ASUS ASUS VIC_13UC1 mnbvcxz WL HW3 ASUS WL700 ASUS G70AB 61 62 Chapter 5 Connecting to the Internet Using the utilities Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information Al Suite ll Al Suite ll is an all in one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously Installing Al Suite ll To install Al Suite Il on your computer 1 Place the support DVD to the optical drive The Drivers installation tab appears if your computer has enabled the Autorun feature 2 Click on the Utilities tab then click Al Suite Il J Follow the onscreen instructions to complete installation Using Al Suite II Al Suite Il automatically starts when you enter the Windows operating system OS The Al Suite Il icon appears in the Windows notification area Click on the icon to open the AI Suite ll main menu bar Click on each button to select and launch a utility to monitor the system to update the motherboard BIOS to display the system information and to customize the settings of Al Suite II Clickto Click to Click to Click to customize selecta monitor update
8. electromagnetic fields 0 300 GHz This wireless device complies with the R amp TTE Directive Wireless Radio Use This device is restricted to indoor use when operating in the 5 15 to 5 25 GHz frequency band Exposure to Radio Freguency Energy The radiated output power of the Wi Fi technology is below the FCC radio freguency exposure limits Nevertheless it is advised to use the wireless eguipment in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance The antenna used with this transmitter must not be colocated or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all reguirements of the Canadian interference causing eguipment regulations Cet appareil num rigue de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada BSMI Taiwan Wireless Statement FRR GR a LOE a i H GU ma Or YR EIR FER ST AT gt AT AARE ATEA G SERRE Jill ABS E at CHER ER ER AE HT FERN DOR HE RDA TERRE ELISA Wee RES Hh fo MER FE BR A II TER FEB ERLE ESR RR ER EM BURRA ERAAN ARERI ASR HR SRA PARC 2 TE BA 5 25GHz 5 35GHz Bit NRE SRE AR ES Hes E ES BA TESA 5 250 5 350GHz KRM ENS Japan RF Equipment Statement IONLI MRAM 5 15 5 35GH2ZTHEL TV AL i BANKSY TOAKAADETCT KC RF Equipment Heads FA
9. primary display device in the BIOS Connect your monitor to a display output port on the graphics card To connect multiple external monitors to your computer refer to Connecting multiple external monitors in Chapter 3 of this user manual for details ASUS G70AB 17 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 TF The pre installed setup utility for the bundled ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse can be accessed only when connecting the mouse to your computer before starting Windows 8 for the first time Otherwise you will have to manually install the setup utility from the bundled Support DVD Refer to section Using the ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse of Chapter 4 for details SSXUSB3 0 UASP S9 lt gt USB3 0 UASP o EE H 2eooo n oD I ND CSS SEE E 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
10. 1 and four LEDs light up indicating that you are using Level 2 ASUS G70AB 49 Profile 1 menu Profile 2 Ca Profile 3 x 1000 Y 1000 BUTTON SETTIN M Button 4 v 1 Click to open the Edit menu and change the profile name and profile icon Enter the desired profile name Click to locate the image file you want to use as the profile icon Select the function for each button action from the drop down list 4 Refer to the table below for more details L Button Left mouse button function R Button Right mouse button function M Button Middle mouse button function IE Backward button function If selected press the button to go back to IE Backward the previous page IE Forward button function If selected press the button to go to the IE Forward next page 50 Chapter 4 Using your computer Functions Description Press the button to perform a keystroke or keystroke seguence 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 Press the button to run a script that you can edit via the Edit Script menu See Edit Script menu for details DPI Press the button to increase the DPI value DPI Press the button to decrease the DPI value DPI Level 1 2 Press the button to use the DPI Lev
11. Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server Validate settings upon exit Z Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection 7 R et U m to th e Netwo rk a n d 7 T BE gt Control Panel Network and Internet Network and Sharing Center S h a ri n g Ce nte r a nd th e n cl C k EE YNN View your basic network information and set up connections Change adapter settings Set up a new connection or alae network SS Troubleshoot problems Diagnose and repair network problems or get troubleshooting information See also HomeGroup Internet Options Windows Firewall 8 Select Connect to the Internet and click Next Choose a connection option gs Connect to the Internet Set up a broadband or dial up connection to the Internet lyw Set up a new network cag Set up a new router or access point A Manually connect to a wireless network sag Connect to a hidden network or create a new wireless profile Connect to a workplace Set up a dial up or VPN connection to your workplace Cone 58 Chapter 5 Connecting to the Internet 9 _ Select Broadband PPPoE and click Next How do you want to connect Broadband PPPoE Connect using DSL or cable that reguires a user name and password Show connection options that this computer is not set up to use Cancel 10 Enter your User name and Password and Connecti
12. ee PEA DAY GE 244 gg FAAME amp 2 AEA evel aS a ile datay gag AMA ARE Rd 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 unstable work surfaces Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments DO NOT operate during a gas leak DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the Desktop PC DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields DO NOT expose to or use near liguids rain or moisture DO NOT use the modem during electrical storms Battery safety warning DO NOT throw the battery in fire DO NOT short circuit the contacts DO NOT disassemble the battery Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0 C 32 F and 35 C 95 F DO NOT cover the vents on the Desktop PC to prevent the system from getting overheated DO NOT use damaged power cords accessories or other peripherals To prevent electrical shock hazard disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit Ensure that your power supply
13. lf from the taskbar then click Eject EE ee Name of USB Drive 3 _ When the Safe to Remove Hardware message pops up remove the USB storage device from your computer Eject Cruzer Slice Removable Disk I Safe To Remove Hardware x The USB Mass Storage Device device can now be safely removed from the computer 4 DO NOT remove a USB storage device when data transfer is in progress Doing so may cause data loss or damage the USB storage device ASUS G70AB 33 Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on both the front and rear panels The audio I O ports located on the rear panel allow you to connect 2 channel 4 channel 6 channel and 8 channel stereo speakers Connecting Headphone and Mic Connecting 2 1 channel Speakers 34 Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting 4 1 channel Speakers AUDIO AUDIO INPUTS INPUTS Connecting 6 channel Speakers AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO INPUTS INPUTS INPUTS ear ron ASUS G70AB 35 Connecting 8 channel Speakers 36 Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting the Phoebus Box with a Phoebus Sound card o 5 JL TU o Uw o x 5 xn T o 3 0 0 0 Q ao leg 7 o D 5 S TO a amp Item Description Micr
14. on selected models only Ensure that you enter the correct network security key for the wireless network you want to connect to Connect the external antennas optional to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card and place the antennas on the top of your computer chassis for the best wireless performance The arrow keys on the number key pad are not working Check if the Number Lock LED is off When the Number Lock LED is on the keys on the number key pad are used to input numbers only Press the Number Lock key to turn the LED off if you want to use the arrow keys on the number key pad ASUS G70AB 75 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 port on the discrete graphics card Check if any of the pins on the monitor video connector is bent If you discover bent pins replace the monitor video connector cable Check if your monitor is plugged to a power source properly Refer to the documentation that came with your monitor for more troubleshooting information When using multiple monitors only one monitor has display Ensure that the both monitors are powered on During POST only the monitor connected to the VGA port has display The dual display function works only under Windows Wh
15. port This port connects to a microphone Headphone port This port connects to a headphone or speaker 12 Chapter 1 Getting started Rear panel ggg lou EEH ET TRS O Q SEY OO OWOO OWDO Re O 600 O OOO OnO O O O O ORO 8080 Se So So fe 02020 res Xa 5 see 020 se ca O se GR 808080 6 CO 00 00 co Se Co 6 Co 000 y a 6 O80 O80 808 amp a a 8020 Og O86 ES ole GD USB 2 0 ports These Universal Serial Bus 2 0 USB 2 0 ports connect to USB 2 0 devices such as a mouse printer scanner camera PDA and others 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 other protected content DVI D port This port is for any DVI D compatible device and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD Blu ray and other protected content ASUS G70AB 13 D 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 Windows operating system Due to USB 3 0 controller limitation
16. with Al Charger Il function s E O N RZ 4 eas LA Gamers AI Charger Il e which supports iPod standard mobile rging function will not be able to do data Enable Disable System Monitor GYF E p Information 70 Chapter 6 Using the utilities ASUS Easy Update 2 ASUS Easy Update 2 is a software tool that automatically detects the latest drivers and applications for your system 1 _ From the Windows notification area right click the ASUS Easy Update 2 icon Select Schedule to set how o ten you want to update your system Update Select Update to activate the update Schedule History Exit Customize Windows 8 Pro Build 9200 5 04 PM B 0D gd Bm sio 6 25 2013 2 _ Click OK to display the items you can download 3 _ Check the item s you want to download and then click OK G70AB BIOS From Server si File Size KB Status BIOS From File ASUS G70AB 71 Recovering your system Resetting your PC The Reset your PC option restores your PC to its factory default settings aN Back up all your data before using this option To reset your PC 1 _ Press lt F9 gt during bootup From the screen click Troubleshoot Select Reset your PC Click Next Select Only the drive where the Windows is installed Select Just remove my files Click Reset N 2 7 FR OD Recovering from a system image file You can create a USB recov
17. your desktop Probe Il Probe ll is a utility that monitors the computer s vital components and detects and alerts you of any problems Probe II monitors fan rotations CPU temperature and system voltages among others With this utility you are assured that your computer is always at a healthy operating condition Launching Probe Il After installing Al Suite Il from the motherboard support DVD launch Probe II by clicking Tool gt Probe Il on the AI Suite Il main menu bar Configuring Probe II Click the Voltage Temperature Fan Speed tabs to activate the sensors or to adjust the sensor threshold values The Preference tab allows you to customize the time interval of sensor alerts or change the temperature unit ZT cave Probe T Voltage 10 200 VTT CPU 4 500 CPU VCCSA CPU PLL DRAM AB DRAM CD VTT CPU g PCH 1 1 0 400 PCH 1 5 2nd VTTCPU Default Saves your Loads your saved Loads the default Applies changes configuration configuration threshold values for each sensor Z Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at Mg www asus com for detailed software configuration ASUS G70AB 65 Voltage The Voltage tab displays the system voltage sensors including the current and threshold values When a system voltage is less or more than the threshold percentage the sensor sends an alert to the user through the monitor panels or via a pop up message Voltage Alert Curre
18. 3 Restart your computer Windows automatically installs all necessary drivers for your keyboard 46 Chapter 4 Using your computer Using the ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse Your Desktop PC comes with the bundled ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse for your full blast game control The ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse comes with a left button a right button a scroll wheel two side buttons a DPI button and a specially designed Profile Switch button Keys Description Keys Description Left button GX900 logo Right button IE Forward button Scroll wheel IE Backward button DPI switch Mouse feet Profile switch button Profile indicator Mouse feet and Twin Eye Laser sensor LED DPI indicator Weight base 5 x 4 5g blocks To adjust the mouse weight add or remove the weight blocks ASUS G70AB 47 48 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 o DPI Level 1 DPI Level 2 Launching the program A specially designed program is pre installed on your computer which allows you to set up your ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse to avail all its features When you connect ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse to your computer before starting Windows 8 for the first time the program automatically detected the mouse and can be accessed directly Otherwise you will have to manually install the setup
19. A ASUS Desktop PC G70AB User Manual OC OC Od RSS 00602005 28059 gt 85 E8392 Second Edition June 2013 Copyright 2013 ASUSTeK Computer Inc All Rights Reserved No part of this manual including the products and software described in it may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form or by any means except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc ASUS Product warranty or service will not be extended if 1 the product is repaired modified or altered unless such repair modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS or 2 the serial number of the product is defaced or missing ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS ITS DIRECTORS OFFICERS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS LOSS OF USE OR DATA INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL A
20. RE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies and are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners benefit without intent to infringe Contents NO HR ROC eee 5 sec LL LLE EL SY NE RHP Y 8 Conventions Eu ela ce 1 9 sr 9 Where to find more information cscccsscccssccssseessersesseeesseessseeesseesseeess 9 Package COMORES a FA E N EFE HN FN TY 10 Chapter 1 Getting started COR YY RIN RW FFO TF Y FFF NF 11 Getting to Know your computer 11 Setting up your Computer annee GC ANIG in DOED Gw 16 Turning your computer OM iini cs ec Wm Yw iw R RR Go I Uw Wr y8 19 Chapter 2 Using Windows 8 DANS Tor the TEST MET een han 21 Using the Wmdows UE anian ie NG RO CE 22 Working with Windows Apps 25 Other keyboard SONO YY O RY aiaa 30 Turning your Desktop PC OFF 31 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 31 Entering the BIOS Setup srscacgcctrassnsistnacwndestcnyaeutstnatnasecaisidsaeaastasenstawsateoentateauves 32 Chapter 3 Connec
21. 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 from the section Working with Windows apps b From the Control Panel click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization From the Desktop Mode screen a Launch the Desktop Mode from the Start screen b Right click anywhere on your Desktop Mode screen When the pop up menu appears click Personalize gt Display gt Change display settings 2 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 speaker is connected to an electrical source and turned on Adjust your speakers volume From the Desktop Mode screen ensure that your computer s system sounds are not Muted If it is muted the volume icon is displayed as iq To enable the system sounds click amp from the Windows taskbar then move the slider to adjust the volume If it is not muted click and drag the slider to adjust the volume Connect your speakers to another computer to test if the speakers are working properly The DVD drive cannot read a disc Check if the disc is placed with the label side facing up Check if the disc is centered in the tray especially for the discs with non standard size or shape Check if the disc is scratched or damaged 7 The DVD drive eject button is not responding
22. USB 3 0 devices can only be used under Windows OS environment and after the USB 3 0 driver installation USB 3 0 devices can only be used as data storage only We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3 0 devices to USB 3 0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3 0 devices Side Speaker Out port gray This port connects to the side speakers in an 8 channel audio configuration Rear Speaker Out port black This port connects to the rear speakers in a 4 6 and 8 channel audio configuration Center Subwoofer port orange This port connects to the center subwoofer speakers Microphone port pink This port connects to a microphone Line Out port lime This port connects to a headphone or speaker In a 4 6 or 8 channel configuration the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard 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 a 2 4 6 or 8 channel configuration N 6 00009 Audio 2 4 6 or 8 channel configuration Headset 2 channel Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out 4 channel 6 channel 8 channel Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In Orange Center Subwoofer Center Subwoofer Black Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Gray
23. _ Connect a monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card 2 Plug the monitor to a power source V The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models LN e 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 your computer refer to Connecting multiple external monitors in Chapter 3 of this user manual for details Chapter 1 Getting started Using the onboard display output ports Connect your monitor to the onboard display output port To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports 1 _ Connect a VGA monitor to the VGA port or a DVI D monitor to the DVI D port or an HDMI monitor to the HDMI port on the rear panel of your computer 2 Plug the monitor to a power source LN If your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card the graphics card is set as the
24. ction The LAN cable is not Connect the LAN cable to your connected computer Ensure the LAN LED is on If not try another LAN cable If it still does not work contact the ASUS service center LAN cable problems Your computer is not properly connected to a router or hub Ensure that your computer is properly Cannot access the Internet connected to a router or hub Contact your Internet Service Provider ISP for the correct LAN settings Problems caused by the Close the anti virus software anti virus software Driver problems Reinstall the LAN driver Network settings Audio Problem Possible Cause Action Refer to your computer s user manual for the correct port Disconnect and reconnect the speaker to your computer Speaker or headphone is connected to the wrong port Speaker or headphone Try using another speaker or No Audio does not work headphone Try both the front and back audio ports If one port failed check if the port is set to multi channel Driver problems Reinstall the audio driver The front and back audio ports do not work ASUS G70AB 79 System Problem Possible Cause Action Too many programs are Many prog Close some of the programs running System speed is Use an anti virus software to too slow TW DC scan for viruses and repair your P computer Reinstall the operating system Send the damaged hard disk drive to ASUS Service Center for servic
25. dow Opens Ease of Access Center Opens the Settings search pane Opens a menu box of Windows tools 30 Chapter 2 Using Windows 8 Launches the magnifier and zooms in your screen Zooms out your screen Allows you to peek at the desktop Opens the Narrator Settings lt Enter gt Enables the print screen function lt Prt Sc gt Turning your Desktop PC OFF To turn your Desktop PC OFF Do any of the following to shut down your Desktop PC From the charms bar click Settings gt Power gt Shut down to do a normal shutdown From the login screen click Power gt Shutdown If your Desktop PC is unresponsive press and hold the power button for at least four 4 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 ASUS G70AB 31 32 Entering the BIOS Setup BIOS Basic Input and Output System stores system hardware settings that are needed for system startup in the Desktop PC In normal circumstances the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure optimal performance Do not change the default BIOS settings except in the following circumstances An error message appears on the screen during the system bootup and reguests you to run the BIOS Setup You have installed a new system component that reguires further BIOS settings or update Ff Inappropriate BIOS settings may result
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27. e E CED skillet to 375 degrees F 190 degr p 1 tablespoon soy sauce C Fry 3 or 4 lumpia at a time Fry 35 Lumpia about 3 or 4 minutes turning or My H d s family is Filipino and they Lumpia are cooked through when tl all enjoy my Lumpia float and the wrapper is gol The te treats are great at parties brown Cut in half or serve as is w o1 Total Time sappia SAT sweet and spicy dipping sauce 2 4 ne 23 RS charms bar Launching the charms bar When called out the charms bar initially appears as a set of white icons The image above shows how the charms bar looks like once activated Use your Desktop PC s mouse or keyboard to launch the charms bar Move your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right corner of the screen Press lt C gt ASUS G70AB 27 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 back to the Start Screen From the Start Screen you can also use this to revert back to a recently opened app Devices This tool allows you to access and share files with the devices attached 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 28 Chapter 2 Using Windows 8 Sna
28. een s thumbnail to go back to the Start Screen NOTE You can also press the Windows key on your keyboard to go back to the Start Screen From the Start Screen Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app s thumbnail to go back to that app top Hover your mouse pointer until it changes to a hand icon Drag then drop the app to a new location NOTE This hotspot function only works on a running app or when you want to use the Snap feature For more details refer to Snap feature under Working with Windows Apps upper and lower right Hover your mouse pointer to launch the charms bar corner 24 Chapter 2 Using Windows 8 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 lt Tab gt twice then use the arrow keys to browse through the apps Press lt Enter gt to launch your selected app Customizing apps You can move resize or unpin apps from the Start screen using the following steps 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 click Smaller Unpinning apps To unpin an app from the Start screen right click on the app to activate its settings bar then click Unpin from Start Closing apps Move your mouse pointer on the top side of the launched app then wait for the p
29. eject the optical disk drive tray Hot Swap Bay empty Allows you to install an additional hot swappable HDD in this bay Power LED This LED lights up when you turn on your computer Memory Stick Memory Stick Pro card slot Insert a Memory Stick Memory Stick Pro card into this slot CompactFlash Microdrive card slot Insert a CompactFlash Microdrive card into this slot OC Button This button adjusts the System Level Up profile of your computer The side panels and upper rear panels of the desktop chassis would extend out in Level 2 and Level 3 overclocking and remain closed in Level 1 The Anti Pinch system reverses their movement to avoid damage 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 Windows operating system e 00000000 Due to USB 3 0 controller limitation USB 3 0 devices can only be used under Windows OS environment and after the USB 3 0 driver installation e USB 3 0 devices can only be used as data storage only We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3 0 devices to USB 3 0 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3 0 devices USB 2 0 ports These Universal Serial Bus 2 0 USB 2 0 ports connect to USB 2 0 devices such as a mouse printer scanner camera PDA and others Microphone
30. el 1 2 Profile Switch Profile Switch button function Normal Profile Press the button to use the normal profille User Profile 1 2 3 Press the button to use the customized profile 1 2 3 Press the button to scroll leftward rightward as a tilt wheel does Wheel left right ght TF This function only works for Microsoft Office applications under the Windows 7 Vista operating systems Rapid Fire mouse Press the button to do a rapid fire in a click to attack game which is P the same as triple clicking the left mouse button Press the button to do a rapid fire in a game using the spacebar to attack which is the same as pressing the keyboard s spacebar thrice Web Browser Press the button to launch your default web browser E mail Press the button to launch your default e mail application Media Player Press the button to launch your default media player Play Pause Stop These buttons become playback control buttons in an active media Next Track player Prev Track Volume Up Down Press the button to increase decrease the system volume Mute Press the button to turn the volume s mute mode on off Calculator Press the button to launch the Calculator application My Computer Press the button to open My Computer window Disabled Select this item to deactivate the mouse s selected button Rapid Fire key ASUS G70AB 51 Edit Macro menu Edit Macro Profile 1 4 BUTTON SETTII i Timing W Insert In
31. en a graphics card is installed on your computer ensure that you connect the monitors to the output port on the graphics card Check if the multiple displays settings are correct Refer to section Connecting multiple external displays in Chapter 3 for details 2 My computer cannot detect my USB storage device The first time you connect your USB storage device to your computer Windows automatically installs a driver for it Wait for a while and go to My Computer to check if the USB storage device is detected Connect your USB storage device to another computer to test if the USB storage device is broken or malfunctions want to restore or undo changes to my computer s system settings without affecting my personal files or data You can use Windows 8 Refresh everything without affecting your files recovery option to restore or undo changes to your computer s system settings without affecting your personal data such as documents or photos To use this recovery option click Settings gt Change PC Settings gt General from the charms bar select Refresh everything without affecting your files and click Get Started 76 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting 7 The picture on the HDTV is distorted Z 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 Resolution setting screen From the
32. ery drive and use this to recover your PC s settings Creating a USB recovery drive aN The USB storage device must have at least 16GB available space 4 All files on your USB storage device will be permanently deleted during the process Before you proceed ensure that you back up all your important data To create a USB recovery drive 1 Launch the Control Panel from the All Apps screen TF For details refer to Launching the All Apps screen under Working with Windows apps 2 _ From the Control Panel s System and Security click Find and fix problems 72 Chapter 6 Using the utilities 3 _ Click Recovery gt Create a recovery drive 4 _ Click Copy the recovery partition from the PC to the recovery drive and then click Next 5 _ Select the USB storage device where you want to copy the recovery files 6 Click Next 1 Click Create Wait for a while for the process to complete 8 When the process is completed click Finish ASUS G70AB Create a recovery drive You can use a recovery drive to help troubleshoot problems with your PC even if it can t start If your PC came with a recovery partition you can also copy it to the recovery drive 50 you can use it to refresh or reset your PC V Copy the recovery partition from the PC to the recovery drive Next Cancel ca Recovery Drive Select the USB flash drive The drive must be able to hold at least 256 MB and everything on the dri
33. ht click on the Start screen s thumbnail From the popup menu click File Explorer and then double click the CD DVD drive icon to access the data on it Removing an optical disc To remove an optical disc 1 _ While the system is on do either of the following to eject the tray e Press the eject button below the drive bay cover e Right click the CD DVD drive icon on the Computer screen and then click Eject TF Hover your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows desktop then right click on the Start screen s thumbnail From the popup menu click File Explorer to open the Computer screen 2 Remove the disc from the disc tray ASUS G70AB A5 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 1 Use the bundled PS 2 to USB adapter to connect your gaming keyboard to your computer s USB 2 0 port IHE l em J mn E CES ECON MAOO EEE TI TY Te YTT EEE IT IT TT FT TT BHE ry rrr rrr E 5 TET I A ie EE ial Y amp j 2 _ Align and insert the wrist pad into the gaming keyboard s wrist pad slots A Using both thumbs push down the wrist pad until it snaps in place B
34. ing Replace with a new hard disk drive Hard disk drive failure Contact the ASUS Service Center for assistance The system often Memory module problems hangs or freezes There is not enough air ventilation for your computer Incompatible softwares are Reinstall the OS and reinstall installed compatible softwares Move your computer to an area with better air flow 80 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting CPU Problem Possible Cause It is normal The fan runs on its Your computer is booting full speed when the computer is up powering on The fan slows down after entering the OS a a right The BIOS settings have Restore the BIOS to its default RF MID OR been changed settings the computer Update the BIOS to the latest version Visit the ASUS Support site at http support asus com to download the latest BIOS versions Old BIOS version Ensure that you are using a compatible or ASUS recommended CPU fan The CPU fan has been replaced There is not enough air ventilation for the Ensure that your computer is C computer working in an area with good air flow omputer is too noisy when in use Update the BIOS If you know how to reinstall the The system temperature is motherboard try to clean the inner too high space of the chassis e Contact the ASUS Service Center for assistance TF If the problem still persists refer to your Desktop PC s warranty card and contact the ASUS
35. ing materials Please go to http csr asus com english Takeback htm for the detailed recycling information in different regions REACH Complying with the REACH Registration Evaluation Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals regulatory framework we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http csr asus com english REACH htm Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference and This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This eguipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This eguipment generates uses and can radiate radio freguency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer s instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the eguipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the follo
36. is set to the correct voltage in your area If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using contact your local power company e If the power supply is broken do not try to fix it by yourself Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual FAN DANGER WARNING Information to prevent injury to yourself when completing a task CAUTION Information to prevent damage to the components when completing a task aN IMPORTANT Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task TF NOTE Tips and additional information to help you complete a task Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products Refer to the ASUS website www asus com ASUS Local Technical Support Visit ASUS website at http support asus com contact for the contact information of local Technical Support Engineer Package contents ASUS G70AB Desktop PC ASUS ROG U9N Gaming ASUS GX900 Gaming Keyboard package x1 Mouse x1
37. lidate settings upon exit ASUS G70AB 59 Wireless connection on selected models only Connect your computer to the Internet through a wireless connection aN To establish a wireless connection you need to connect to a wireless access point AP Wireless AP Z To increase the range and sensitivity of the wireless radio signal connect the external an antennas to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card Place the antennas on the top of your computer for the best wireless performance The external antennas are optional items 60 Chapter 5 Connecting to the Internet To connect to a Wi Fi network 1 _ Do any of the following to launch the charms bar from the Start Screen or from any application mode a Hover you mouse pointer on the upper or lower right of the screen b On your keyboard press lt C gt 3 From the charms bar select Settings and click the network icon Ba 4 _ Select the network that you want to connect to from the list 5 _ Click Connect Networks Wi Fi ASUS DOC1 Connect automatically ASUS DOC2 ASUS ASUS _Display ASUS _ERIC_65U_ER_ 5_2 4G
38. m the motherboard support DVD launch Sensor Recorder by clicking Tool gt Sensor Recorder on the Al Suite ll main menu bar 68 Chapter 6 Using the utilities Using Sensor Recorder Click on Voltage Temperature Fan Speed tabs for the status you want to monitor Colored lines will automatically appear on the diagram to indicate real time changes to the system status re 4 REPUBLIC OF GAMERS Sensor Recorder Voltage Allows you to monitor the changes in the system voltage Vcore 12V Using History Record 1 _ Click on the History Record tab and adjust the settings on the left for Type Date Record Interval and Record Duration 2 Colored lines representing the values will be displayed on the graph to indicate changes over a given period of time 3 Click on Recording to record the changes VA Free or Sensor Recorder History Record Allows you to record the changes in the system VTT CPU 20 i Voltage ae i i i i CPU VCCSA Date 16 5 CPU PLL 7 6 2012 14 DRAM AB Record interval DRAM CD PCH 1 1 Click on Monitor gt Sensor on the Al Suite II main menu bar and a highlight of the system statuses will appear on the right panel ASUS G70AB 69 Ai Charger ll The USB port comes with AI Charger ll function that allows you to guickl charge compatible devices To enable the AI Charger II function on your PC go to Desktop gt Al Suite II gt Al Charger ll then select Enable USB port
39. n pressing down and releasing a button Default 12 milliseconds When checked the new instruction will be inserted before the selected instruction Otherwise any new instruction will be given the first priority Click to start recording the keystrokes and or mouse actions Click to stop recording the keystrokes and or mouse actions Click to clear all saved instructions _ Click to delete a saved instruction Move up down Click to move up down the selected instruction Instruction cycle time Keeping fire When Timing is unchecked all the actions delay time will be the value you chose from the drop down list Sets the script to run at a click and stop when clicked again Sets the script to run once in one click Sets the script to run when you hold down the button and stop when you release the button Export Import ASUS G70AB Click to save the current script to your hard disk drive Click to load a script from your hard disk drive 53 54 Chapter 4 Using your computer 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 PF Refer to the documentation that came with your DSL cable modem 2 _ Connect one end of an RJ 45 cable to the LAN RJ 45 port on the rear pa
40. n using Windows 8 refer to the next sections ASUS G70AB 21 Using the Windows UI The Windows user interface Ul 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 successfully signing in to your user account It helps organize all the programs and applications you need in just one place You can press the Windows key EI to launch the Start Screen from any apps Windows Apps User account Zoom in out button for apps amp Windows Apps These are apps pinned on the Start Screen and displayed on tiled format for easy access aN A screen resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels or higher is required to run a Windows App Some apps require signing in to your Microsoft account before they are fully launched 22 Chapter 2 Using Windows 8 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 aN Refer to the next page for the Hotspots functions ASUS G70AB 23 Hotspot upper left corner Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app s thumbnail to go back to that app Move your mouse pointer down to display all the running apps lower left corner From a running app screen Hover your mouse pointer then click on the Start Scr
41. nder Windows Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Turn on your computer 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 FN For details refer to Pinning an app on the Start Screen from the section Working with 6 Windows Apps b From the Control Panel click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization From the Desktop mode screen a Launch the Desktop mode from the Start Screen b Right click anywhere on your Desktop mode screen When the pop up menu appears click Personalize gt Display gt Change display settings 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 use the additional monitor as an extension display This increases your desktop space Show desktop only on 1 2 Select this option to show desktop only on monitor 1 or monitor 2 t TS Appearance and Personalization Display Screen Resolution Change the appearance of your displays re Io Display 2 ASUS VW193D Resolution 1440 x 900 Recommended v Orientation Click Apply or OK Then click Keep Changes on the confirmation message ASUS G70AB 41 Connecting an HDTV Connect a High Defini
42. nel of your computer and the other end to a DSL cable modem l 9 En Sig dam os RJ 45 cable fsrerorel Turn on the DSL cable modem and your computer Configure the necessary Internet connection settings 3 4 e For more details refer to the sections Configuring a dynamic IP PPPoE network a connection or Configuring a static IP network connection Contact your Internet Service Provider ISP for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection ASUS G70AB 55 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 2 Turnon your computer 3 Configure the necessary Internet connection settings Z For more details refer to the sections Configuring a dynamic IP PPPoE network a connection or Configuring a static IP network connection e Contact your Internet Service Provider ISP for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection 56 Chapter 5 Connecting to the Internet Configuring a dynamic IP PPPoE network connection To configure a dynamic IP PPPoE or static IP network connection 1 _ From the Start Screen click Desk
43. nt Threshold 0 400 10 200 VTT CPU 4 500 CPU VCCSA 5 000 V CPU PLL DRAM AB DRAM CD PCH 1 1 PCH 1 5 CPU VCCSA Load Default Temperature The Temperature tab displays the CPU and motherboard temperature sensors including the current and threshold values When the CPU MB temperature exceeds the threshold temperature the sensor sends an alert to the user through the monitor panels or via a pop up message WW caves Probe Il Temperature Sensor Current Threshold 88 0 CPU 47 0 C 5V 3 3V MotherBoard VTT CPU CPU VCCSA CPU PLL DRAM AB DRAM CD PCH 1 1 PCH 1 5 2nd VTTCPU Default System Information EE UE ues FPS a Tool Monitor Update Support 66 Chapter 6 Using the utilities Fan Speed The Fan Speed tab displays the current and threshold rotations per minute of the CPU chassis and power fans When a fan rotation is less than the threshold rotation the sensor sends an alert to the user through the monitor panels or via a pop up message RCE a AU Sensor CPU Fan CHA Fan 1 OPT Fan 1 OPT Fan 2 Load Preference Fan Speed Current 1006 rpm 0 rpm 0 rpm 1392 rpm 0 rnm Threshold 600 Default Sensor 1 288 12 096 VTT CPU CPU VCCSA CPU PLL DRAM AB DRAM CD PCH 1 1 PCH 1 5 2nd VTTCPU The Preference tab allows you to enable the pop up window set the cycle detection interval and select the tempe
44. oe JJ 18 Chapter 1 Getting started 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 2 _ Tum the power switch ON then press the power button on your computer Power button y ORO la ORO 020 Renan 0000000 eco 2000 re Xe 3 Wait until the operating system loads automatically Z For details on shutting down your Desktop PC refer to the section Turning your Desktop ae PC OFF in Chapter 2 ASUS G70AB 19 20 Chapter 1 Getting started 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 Wait for a few minutes until the setup screen appears 2 Carefully read the license terms Tick I accept the license terms for using Windows and click Accept 3 Follow the next onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items Personalize Settings 4 _ Once you are done configuring the basic items the Windows 8 video tutorial appears Watch this tutorial to learn more about Windows 8 functionalities Z For details o
45. ointer to change to a hand icon Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the screen to close it From the running app s screen press lt Alt gt lt F4 gt ASUS G70AB 25 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 lt Z gt and Click the All Apps icon Pinning an app on the Start Screen 1 Launch the All Apps screen 2 From the All Apps screen right click an app to display its settings bar 3 From the settings bar click Pin to Start 26 Chapter 2 Using Windows 8 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 guick access for customizing the settings of your Desktop PC Lumpia Shanghai Ingredients Directions 0 5 Ib Ground Lean pork In a bowl combine pork shrir h water chestnuts mushrooms Scallid 0 25 lb shrimp R he and carrots Season with salt pep 0 3 cup Waterchestnuts then mix in egg and soy sauce B mixture thoroughly At one end of a lumpia wrap f 0 5 cup carrots spoon about 2 tb of the pork mixt F 0 5 cup Scallions and roll tightly Brush end of wrap i with water to seal 4 pieces dried mushrooms 1 tablespoon Pepper Heat the oil in a deep fryer or he 1 whol
46. on name Cl ick Con nect Type the information from your Internet service provider ISP 11 Click Close to finish the m Password configuration a Remember this password 12 Click the network icon in the taskbar and click the connection you just Connection name ABC Connection C reated Allow other people to use this connection This option allows anyone with access to this computer to use this connection 13 Enter your user name and password Click Connect to connect to the a Internet Configuring a static IP network connection To configure a static IP network connection 1 Repeat steps 1 to 4 of the previous section Configuring a dynamic IP PPPoE network connection 2 Click Use the following IP address General 3 Enter the IP address Subnet mask and You can get IP settings assigned automaticaly if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator Gateway from your service provider for the appropriate IP settings Obtain an IP address automatically 4 _ lf needed enter the preferred DNS Server 5 RENE address and alternative address IP address 192 168 128 j ubnet mask 5 When done click OK 255 255 255 Default gateway 192 168 128 Obtain DNS server address automatically Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server _ Va
47. ophone In Connect the microphone s 3 5mm plug from the Port Phoebus Control Box into this Mic In port for voice communication recording or karaoke me MAMA The headphone port has a built in high quality amplifier to drive headphones Connect the Phoebus Control box directly to this port Box Link Port Connect Phoebus Control box directly to this port ASUS G70AB 37 Connecting the Phoebus Control Box with an external headphone and microphone 7 Headphone Out an D Mic In TI a 2 gt Item Description me ene nea Connect the headphone to the headphone port on the Phoebus Control box Microphone In Connect the microphone s 3 5mm plug to the Mic In Port port on the Phoebus Control Box 38 Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Switching Sound and Recording Devices To switch between the sound and recording device from the Phoebus control box and FIO audio jack 1 Right click on the volume icon on the System Tray and click Playback devices Open Volume Mixer Playback devices Recording devices Sounds Volume control options e RED 2 _ Click the Recording or Playback tab and right click on the audio device Click Set as Default Communication Device Playback Recording Sounds Communications Select a recording device below to modify its settings Microphone 3 High Definition Audio Device _ g z lt o Default Communications Device
48. p feature The Snap feature displays two apps side by side allowing you to work or switch between apps aN A screen resolution of at least 1366 x 768 pixels is required to use the Snap feature OFFLINE FLIGHT STATUS y ry te gt A Snap bar Using Snap To use Snap 1 Use your Desktop PC s mouse or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen Using your mouse a Click on an app to launch it b Hover the mouse pointer on the top side of your screen c Once the pointer changes to a hand icon drag and drop the app to the right or left side of the display panel Using your keyboard e Launch an app then press lt gt to activate the Snap bar The first app would automatically be placed in the smaller display area 2 Launch another app This second app will automatically appear in the bigger display area 3 _ To switch between apps press lt J gt ASUS G70AB 29 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 Launches the desktop Launches the Computer window on the desktop Opens the File search pane Opens the Share pane Opens the Settings pane Opens the Devices pane Activates the Lock screen Minimizes the Internet Explorer window Opens the Second screen pane Opens the Apps search pane Opens the Run win
49. rature unit Pop up Window Cycle Detection Temperature Unit la oo Celsius Fahrenheit ASUS G70AB Monitor Preference Default 5V 3 3V VTT CPU CPU VCCSA CPU PLL DRAM AB DRAM CD PCH 1 1 PCH 1 5 2nd VTTCPU 67 Alert Log The Alert Log tab displays all normal and critical events detected by the sensors including the sensor value at the time of the event Click Clear to empty the log NA aan Probe Il Alert Log 12 01 2011 at 05 11 pm Dram 0 000 Abnormal 12 01 2011 at 05 11 pm PCH 0 000 Abnormal 12 01 2011 at 05 11 pm VCCIO 0 000 Abnormal 12 01 2011 at 05 11 pm PCH PLL 0 000 Abnormal 12 01 2011 at 05 11 pm VCCSA 0 000 Abnormal 12 01 2011 at 05 11 pm CPU PLL 0 000 Abnormal 12 01 2011 at 05 22 pm Dram 0 000 Abnormal VTT CPU 12 01 2011 at 05 22 pm PCH 0 000 Abnormal 12 01 2011 at 05 22 pm VCCIO 0 000 Abnormal 12 01 2011 at 05 22 pm PCH PLL 0 000 Abnormal CPU PLL 12 01 2011 at 05 22 pm VCCSA 0 000 Abnormal 12 01 2011 at 05 22 pm CPU PLL 0 000 Abnormal 3 3V CPU VCCSA DRAM AB DRAM CD PCH 1 1 PCH 1 5 2nd VTTCPU YS Update System Yo cor JDC ce e DOS Information Sensor Recorder Sensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage temperature and fan speed on a timeline The History Record function allows you to record specific time periods for all three values Launching Sensor Recorder After installing Al Suite Il fro
50. struction Instruction cycle time 24ms w Export Import Description Edit Macro Click to open the Edit Macro menu Check this item to record the time between pressing down and releasing a button Default 12 milliseconds When checked the new instruction will be inserted before the selected instruction Otherwise any new instruction will be given the first priority Click to start recording the keystrokes and or mouse actions Click to stop recording the keystrokes and or mouse actions le Click to clear all saved instructions Move up down Click to move up down the selected instruction Delete Click to delete a saved instruction E Instruction When Timing is unchecked all the actions delay time will be the value cycle time you chose from the drop down list Loop Sets the macro to run at a click and stop when clicked again Sets the macro to run once in one click Sets the macro to run when you hold down the button and stop when you release the button Timing Insert Keeping fire Export Click to save the current macro to your hard disk drive Import Click to load a macro from your hard disk drive 52 Chapter 4 Using your computer Edit Script menu Edit Script Lu Timing Wd Insert NC Instruction Instruction cycle time 24ms w Export Import Description Click to open the Edit Script menu Check this item to record the time betwee
51. the interface settings utility sensors motherboard or CPU BIOS freguency Click to Click to show system display ASUS information support information aN e The applications in the Tool menu vary with models The screeshots of Al Suite Il in this user manual are for reference only The actual screenshots vary with models Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at www asus com for detailed software configuration ASUS G70AB 63 The Tool menu The Tool menu includes System Level Up Probe ll Sensor Recorder Dr Net USB 3 0 Boost and Ai Charger System Level Up System Level Up allows you to overclock the system from within Windows using the profile settings To launch System Level up click Tool gt System Level Up on the Al Suite II menu bar ystem Level Up CPU Freguency 100 3 x 42 0 CPU Usage 2 Setting Assign the hot keys for the System Level Up profile exchange You can adjust the hot key settings manually See figure below for details ystem Level Up Profile 30h CPU Frequency Alt 00 3 x 42 0 CPU Usage 0 Profile 17 3930 64 Chapter 6 Using the utilities Adjust System Level Up via two methods BIOS In the BIOS Setup program click Extreme Tweaker gt System Level Up and configure the options as needed OC Button Press the OC button on the upper left side corner of the front panel of
52. ting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 33 Connecting microphone and speakers rrr II IH 34 Connecting the Phoebus Box with a Phoebus Sound card oF Connecting multiple external displays 00 ceeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeseeeeeteeseeens 40 ONS SUG an UB ALF NWN ES PANN FFAN FFEFRYN FFAN AF 42 Chapter 4 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 43 Using the memory Card reader serment 44 Using the optical GVE a ne nn ee 45 Using the ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard 46 Using the ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse nn nin iinnin 47 Contents Chapter 5 Connecting to the Internet Wired COMME HON ne D NE FO FN Wireless connection on selected models only Chapter 6 Using the utilities AF GUte SF NF YP N EN WC UN YF CF PHEN System Level UI a NWFN FN NN AN NS YN FY NF FENNI YN YN DF FD ma 49 19 oI FFYN YF NR FE RY RH HN FT FFA PA TN Sensor Hecor deleu ere creer eines este APCRAOeE mn YA AW ASUS Easy Update 2 oisessssesemenesnnrsn snnsessess Recovering your system luae ue des en ace Chapter 7 Troubleshooting OUPS OO ee ASUS contact information LL LL LLALL LL LL LL FY ii 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 packag
53. tings Get started HomeGroup Windows Update Advanced startup Start up from a device or disc such as a USB firmware settings change Windows startup sq system image This will restart your PC Restart now Remove everything and reinstall Windows If you want to recycle your PC or start over completely you can reset it to its factory settings Get started 4 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the reinstallation and reset process 74 Chapter 6 Using the utilities Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter presents some problems you might encounter and the possible solutions 7 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 Check if the wall outlet is functioning Check if the Power Supply Unit is switched on Refer to the section Turning your computer ON in Chapter 1 2 My computer hangs Do the following to close the programs that are not responding 1 Simultaneously press lt Alt gt lt Ctrl gt lt Delete gt keys on the keyboard then click Task Manager 2 Under Task Manager in the Processes tab select the program that is not responding then click End Task If the keyboard is not responding Press and hold the Power button on the top of your chassis until the computer shuts down Then press the Power button to turn it on I cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card
54. tion TV HDTV to the HDMI port of your computer Z 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 that your HDMI cable is less than 15 meters CEI ED CES EI 09 a UU TL UU N lt SS YY lt i S 42 Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer 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 discomfort and possible injury while using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC Eye level to the top of the monitor screen Foot rest 90 angles To maintain the proper posture Position your computer chair to make sure that your elbows are at or slightly above the keyboard to get a comfortable typing position Adjust the height of your chair to make sure that your knees are slightly higher than your hips to relax the backs of your thighs If necessary use a footrest to raise the level of your knees Adjust the back of your chair so that the base of your spine is firmly supported and angled slightly backward Sit upright with your knees elbows and hips at an approximately 90 angle when you are at the PC Place the monitor direc
55. tly in front of you and turn the top of the monitor screen even with your eye level so that your eyes look slightly downward Keep the mouse close to the keyboard and if necessary use a wrist rest for support to reduce the pressure on your wrists while typing Use your Desktop PC in a comfortably lit area and keep it away from sources of glare such as windows and straight sunlight Take regular mini breaks from using your Desktop PC ASUS G70AB 43 Using the memory card reader Digital cameras and other digital imaging devices use memory cards to store digital picture or media files The built in memory card reader on the front panel of your system allows you to read from and write to different memory card drives To use the memory card 1 Insert the memory card into the card slot PF Amemory card is keyed so that it fits in only one direction DO NOT force a card into a ad slot to avoid damaging the card You can place media in one or more of the card slots and use each media independently Place only one memory card in a slot at one time 2 _ Select a program from the AutoPlay window to access your files Z If AutoPlay is NOT enabled in your computer hover your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows desktop then right click on the Start screen s thumbnail From the popup menu click File Explorer and then double click the memory card icon to access the data on it
56. to instability or boot failure We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel Guickly enter the BIOS Windows 8 boot time is guite fast so we developed the following ways for you to guickly access the BIOS Press the power button for at least four seconds to shut down your Desktop PC then press the power button again to turn your Desktop PC back on and press lt Del gt during POST When your Desktop PC is off disconnect the power cord from your Desktop PC s power connector Reconnect the power cord and press the power button to turn on your Desktop PC Press lt Del gt during POST POST Power On Self Test is a series of software controlled diagnostic tests that run when L you turn on your Desktop PC Chapter 2 Using Windows 8 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2 0 1 1 and USB 3 0 ports on both the front and rear panels These USB ports allow you to connect USB devices such as storage devices To connect a USB storage device e lnsert the USB storage device to your computer Front panel Rear panel To remove a USB storage device 1 _ From the Start Screen click Desktop to launch the Desktop Mode 2 Click
57. top to launch the Desktop mode ASUS PC 2 _ From the Windows taskbar right click the network icon ull and Sharing Center Available and click Open Network From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen click Change Adapter settings Right click on your LAN and select Properties Click Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 and click Properties Networking Sharing Connect using gt Realtek PCle GBE Family Controller This connection uses the following items fil File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks Microsoft Network Adapter Multiplexor Protocol Microsoft LLDP Protocol Driver amp Link Layer Topology Discovery Mapper 1 0 Driver Link Layer Topology Discovery Responder Intemet Protocol Version 6 TCP IPv6 Intermet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 lt lt lt lt R Uninstall Properties Transmission Control Protocol Intemet Protocol The default wide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected networks ASUS G70AB 57 6 _ Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK cenere You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings Use the following IP address IP address Subnet mask Default gateway Obtain DNS server address automatically
58. utility from the bundled Support DVD To install the program from Support DVD place the support DVD into the optical drive and follow the onscreen instructions to launch the program Z If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the GX900 exe file Double click the GX900 exe file to launch the program Setting your ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse Z Ensure that your gaming mouse is connected to your computer s USB port The program automatically detects the mouse and displays the main menu Chapter 4 Using your computer Main Menu ASUS Caming Mouse CONFIGURATION BUTTON SETTING Description 4 Click each tab to display the selected profile menu 2 Displays the profile icon to configure profile 1 3 menus Click to reset the DPI configuration to the previously saved settings Drag the slider to adjust the DPI value for each level Click to reset the button settings to the previous settings Click to display the different profile color indicators and their status Click to load the saved profile to your mouse OB Click to save the current profile settings to your hard disk drive Click to reset all the mouse settings to the factory default settings Click to save the settings you have made tt Click to save the settings you have made and exit the program Each profile provides two DPI levels Two DPI switch LEDs light up indicating that you are using Level
59. ve will be deleted Available drive s Cancel ca Recovery Drive Create the recovery drive A Everything on the drive will be deleted If you have any personal files on this drive make sure you ve backed up the files L Cancel 73 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 aN Back up all your data before using this option This process may take a while to complete 1 _ Launch the charms bar 2 _ Click Settings gt Change PC Settings gt General 3 _ Scroll down to view the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option Under this option click Get Started Allow switching between recent apps On PC settings Activate Windows Spelling Personalize Autocorrect misspelled words On Users Highlight misspelled words Notifications On Search Language Share Add or change input methods keyboard layouts and languages Language preferences General Z Refresh your PC without affecting your files Privacy If your PC isn t running well you can refresh it without losing your photos music Devices videos and other personal files Get started Wireless cris Remove everything and reinstall Windows If you want to recycle your PC or start d pmpletely you can reset it to its factory Sync your settings set
60. wing measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the eguipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this eguipment Lithium lon Battery Warning CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions IC Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES 003 Class B specifications This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada This Class B device meets all the reguirements of the Canadian interference causing equipment regulations This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Cut appareil num rique de la Classe B est conforme la norme NMB 003

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