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1. BM1AD o RER RENE SSS 28 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer HSITSNS RX GR O y O00 g Connecting 2 1 channel Speakers BP1AD SD310 ASUS BM6AD MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 Z Q T I Connecting 4 1 channel Speakers AUDIO AUDIO INPUTS INPUTS Rear Front Connecting 5 1 channel Speakers AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO INPUTS INPUTS INPUTS Rear Front Center Subwoofer 30 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting 7 1 channel Speakers ENGLISH ASUS BM6AD MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 31 Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA HDMI or DVI ports and allows you to connect multiple external displays aN When a graphics card is installed in your computer connect the monitors on the output ports of the graphics card Z Q T I 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
2. og me CL er lt TT 0 0 0 0n0 0 0 0 oO oO oO oro oO oO o Ses S i 0 0 0 0n0 0 0 0 0000 0 10000000 a PS 2 keyboard port purple This port is for a PS 2 keyboard HDMI port This port is for a High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI connector and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD Blu ray and other protected content DVI I port This port is for any DVI I compatible device and are HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD Blu Ray and other protected content 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 port pink This port connects to a microphone Line Out port lime This port connects to a headphone or speaker In a 4 1 5 1 or 7 1 channel configuration the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out Line In port light blue This port connects to a tape CD DVD player or other audio sources Refer to the audio configuration table for the function of the audio ports in the 2 1 4 1 5 1 or 7 1 channel configuration Y 0000 00 ASUS BM6AD MD
3. Z Q T I You may customize the notifications For more details refer to the previous section Customizing icons and notifications in this chapter Launching Windows 7 Action Center To launch Windows 7 Action Center 1 To launch Windows 7 Action Center click the Notification icon az then click Open Action Center 2 From Windows 7 Action Center click the task that you want to do Using Windows Update Windows Update allows you to check and install the latest updates to enhance the security and performance of your computer Launching Windows Update To launch Windows Update 1 From the Windows taskbar click the Start icon to launch the Start menu 2 Select All Programs gt Windows Update 3 From the Windows Update screen click the task that you want to do Setting up a user account and password You may create user accounts and passwords for people who will use your computer Setting up a user account To set up a user account From the Windows taskbar click gt Getting Started gt Add new users Select Manage another account Select Create a new account Key in the name of the new user Select either Standard user or Administrator as the user type o ol e wO When done click Create Account 58 Chapter 1 Using Windows 7 Setting up a user s password To set up a user s password 1 Select the user that you would like to set a password 2 Select Create a p
4. 9 Select Broadband PPPoE and click Next How do you want to connect Broadband PPPoE Connect using DSL or cable that requires a user name and password Show connection options that this computer is not set up to use ASUS Desktop PC 79 10 Enter your User name and TI Password and Connection name Z CI i ck Con nect Type the information from your Internet service provider ISP 2 11 Click Close to finish the u Password D configuration REEE P z Remember this password ca 12 Click the network icon in the taskbar es cake and click the connection you just C reated a _ 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 ee Click Connect to connect to the aad es Internet Configuring a static IP network connection To configure a static IP network connection 1 Repeat steps 1 to 4 of the previous section enera 2 Click Use the following IP address ns a for the appropriate IP settings 3 Enter the IP address Subnet mask and x Obtain an IP address automatically Gateway from your service provider Snoop IP address 192 168 128 2 4 f needed enter the preferred DNS Server address and alternative address Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Default gateway 192 168 128 2 5 When done click OK Obtain DNS ser
5. 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 Push the tray to close it 4 Select a program from the AutoPlay window to access your files If AutoPlay is NOT enabled in your computer to access the data on an optical disc e On Windows 7 click the Start gt Computer and double click the CD DVD drive icon e On Windows 8 1 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 CD DVD drive icon 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 click Eject Z To open the Computer screen on Windows 8 1 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 FA Remove the disc from the disc tray ASUS BM6AD MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 35 me CL er lt TT Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS You can enable or disable the front and rear USB 2 0 and USB
6. 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 ARE 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 So ec ie ot er E ee eee 5 Saleiy NOMA ON ss S 9 Conventions used in this QUI 10 Where to find more information ccscccssccesseecssseessneeesseeesseeesseesssaeesenees 10 PNG CS CONS aa an 11 Chapter 1 Getting started SCOR ee 12 Getting to know your computer 12 Seting Up your COMAESR ee mnn nt nt ener e trent tune tener Rare anen crear eta etre 21 Toming your computer ON OP 25 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 26 Connecting microphone and speakers cccscccessssessteeesseeesseeessneessneeeesnees 28 Connecting multiple external displays cccccsssscsesssessseessseesesneessereessnees 32 Connecting OA a 33 Chapter 3 Usin
7. MBA TPR gt ELISA Wee RES 7 fe EA BR A a kf ERATE TER FRR IES LUE RA 2 A RL ASR BRA BR ME Pix i ZTE o BA 5 25GHz 2 5 35GHz Bit NRE FR RR Ha HY SS EE AR TESA 5 250 5 350GHz Z HERRA ZANE Japan RF Equipment Statement OMG ARARM515 5 35GH2ZTHEL TAL Ri RAK EY TOAKAAETT KC RF Equipment Hts TA ET YS 4 oo HS 1444 ast FAAEE 2 SF AREA ASI VRE eo ANE Aata Baa AHA ABS deu Safety information aN 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 e DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged e DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments DO NOT operate during a gas leak e DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the Desktop PC e DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields e DO NOT expose to or use near liquids rain or moisture DO NOT use the modem during electrical storms e Battery safety warning DO NOT throw the battery in fire DO NOT short circuit the contacts DO NOT disassemble the battery e Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 5 C 41 F and 40 C 104 F e DO NOT cover the vents on the Desktop PC to prevent the system from getting overheated e
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9. RARE IN SEARCH OF INCREDIBLE ASUS Desktop PC BM6AD MD310 BM1AD BP1AD SD310 WNDos BM1AD BP1AD SD310 User Manual E10270 Revised Edition v2 March 2015 Copyright 2015 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
10. TT Start This charm 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 charm allows you to access and share files with the devices attached to your Desktop PC such as an external display or printer Settings This charm allows you to access the PC settings of your Desktop PC ASUS Desktop PC 67 Z Q T I Snap feature The Snap feature displays two apps side by side allowing you to work or switch between apps W Ensure that your Desktop PC s screen resolution is set to 1366 x 768 pixels or higher before using the Snap feature BING TRAVEL A BING FOOD amp DRINK Las Vegas N ee ie Eoc Grapetruit Cake 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 left or right key to place the first app on the left or right side of the display panel 68 Chapter 2 Using Windows 8 1 Other keyboard shortcuts Using your keyboard you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows 8 1 Switches bet
11. BM6AD MD310 Scooco0o00o e OOOOOOOOO OO me CL er lt TT a Gmn i 0 00 o gt 2C D gt O D BP1AD SD310 5 O DIESE z O 5 O 255 OO 20 0808 2020 02000 02000 00000 00000 00000 00000 02000 Cu 0008 2000 20800 20800 20800 20800 20800 20000 20800 Xe 000 000 000 000 000 000 000 ar sO 0 O O O sO O O Or O O O 10 O Z For details refer to the section Removing a USB storage device in the Windows 7 Windows 8 1 User Manual which can be found in this manual ASUS BM6AD MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 27 Z G T I 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 1 channel 4 1 channel 5 1 channel and 7 1 channel stereo speakers Connecting Headphone and Mic BM6AD MD310
12. 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 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 under Windows 32 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer 3 Turn on your computer 4 Configure the Screen Resolution settings Z For details refer to the section Configuring the Screen Resolution settings in the Windows 7 Windows 8 1 User Manual which can be found in this manual me CL er Z TT Connecting an HDTV Connect a High Definition TV HDTV to the HDMI port of your computer Z e You need an HDMI cable to connect the HDTV and the computer The HDMI cable is purchased separately e To get the best display performance ensure that your HDMI cable is less than 15 meters ASUS BM6AD MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 33 Z G T I Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC When using your Desktop PC maintaining the proper p
13. refer to Snap feature under Working with Windows apps Hover your mouse pointer to launch the Charms bar 63 L CL er lt TT Z Q T I 64 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 tap and select an app tile size 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 e Move your mouse pointer on the top side of the launched app then wait for the pointer to change to a hand icon e Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the screen to close it e From the running app s screen press lt Alt gt lt F4 gt Chapter 2 Using Windows 8 1 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 e On the Start screen click e From the Start scr
14. 768 pixels or higher is required to run Windows apps Some apps require signing in to your Microsoft account before they are fully launched ASUS Desktop PC 61 L CL er lt TT 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 De m Z Q N I x p Se ha n B p 7 u F e m Hotspots on the Start screen G1oac w81 amp X Refer to the next page for the Hotspots functions 62 Chapter 2 Using Windows 8 1 Hotspot upper left corner lower left corner top upper and lower right corner ASUS Desktop PC Action 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 From a running app screen Hover g mouse pointer on the lower left corner then tap 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 1 mouse pointer on the lower left corner then tap to go back to that app 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
15. M from the Windows notification area on your See computer then click Eject USB2 0 FlashDisk or Eject USB3 0 FlashDisk if you are using the USB3 0 flash drive TO or USB3 0 compatible devices i cw Eject USB2 0 FlashDisk Removable Disk F 0 Kivi 1502 2 When the Safe to Remove Hardware message Safe To Remove Hardware x pops up remove the USB storage device from De ne your computer Windows 8 1 To remove a USB storage device on Windows 8 1 1 From the Start screen click Desktop to launch the Desktop Mode 2 Click vo from the taskbar then click Eject Name of USB Drive 3 When the Safe to Remove Hardware message pops up remove the USB storage device from your computer Safe To Remove Hardware ax 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 Desktop PC 72 Configuring the screen resolution settings Windows 7 To configure the screen resolution settings on Windows 7 1 Do any of the following to open the Screen Resolution setting screen e Click gt Control Panel gt Appearance and Personalization gt Display gt Change display settings ne CL er lt TT e Right click anywhere on your Windows desktop When the pop up menu appears click Personalize gt Display gt Change
16. MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 42 The arrow keys on the number key pad are not working No display on the monitor 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 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 When 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 My computer cannot detect my USB storage device The first time you connect your USB storage device to your com
17. VPN connection te gt Set up a dial up connection Co inect to the Internet using a d Z Cancel E amp Connect to the Internet How do you want to connect Broadband PPPoE Connect using DSL or cable that requires a user name and password Ca Dial up Connect using a dial up modem or ISDN Help me choose Cancel le Connect to the Internet Type the information from your Internet service provider ISP User name ASUS Password eeee Show characters Remember this password Connection name Broadband Connection Allow other people to use this connection This option allows anyone with access to this computer to use this connection I don t have an ISP Chapter 2 Using Windows 7 Windows 8 1 functions Configuring a static IP network connection To configure a static IP network connection 1 Repeat steps 1 to 4 of the previous section qq any men P 2 Click Use the following IP address General You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your network supports al 3 Enter the IP address Subnet mask and pe sr og aaa aad 5 Gateway from your service provider eae 4 If needed enter the preferred DNS Server rien ie Rr LLI IP address 192 168 128 2 address and alternative address ws Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 5 When done click OK ARE e Obtain DNS server address automatically Use the following DNS serv
18. display settings 2 Select the display mode from the Multiple displays drop down list e Duplicate these displays Select this option to use the additional monitor as a duplicate of your main display e Extend these displays Select this option to use the additional monitor as an extension display This increases your desktop space e Show desktop only on 1 2 Select this option to show desktop only on monitor 1 or monitor 2 e Remove this display Select this options to remove the selected display 3 Click Apply or OK Click Keep Changes on the confirmation message Windows 8 1 To configure the screen resolution settings on Windows 8 1 1 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 Z For details refer to Pinning an app on the Start screen from the section Working with Windows apps in Chapter 2 Using Windows 8 1 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 ASUS Desktop PC 73 Z Q T I 2 Select the display mode from the Multiple displays drop down list Duplicate these displays Sel
19. found in this manual ASUS BM6AD MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 39 Connecting via a local area network LAN To connect via a LAN 1 Connect one end of an RJ 45 cable to the LAN RJ 45 port on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to your LAN BM1AD BM6AD MD310 Z Q T I Scooooooooo e oooooooooooo0 oooooooooooo0o oooooooooooo00 ooooooooo0oo00 oooooooooo0o00 oooooogo00o00 Qooo0ogo0000oo000 Qooo0ogo00000000 Qoooogo0000oo000 oooooooo00oo00 00000000000 S Y g aei ri OM 00000000000000000000000 g A LOSC SOBUOO0UGUCUUouooc RJ 45 cable 2 Turn on your computer 3 Configure the necessary Internet connection settings e Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection e For details refer to the section Configuring the Internet connection settings in the Windows 7 Windows 8 1 User Manual which can be found in this manual 40 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet L CL er Z TT ASUS BM6AD MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 41 Troubleshooting Troublesh
20. is not properly properly connected connected e Use other compatible power cord Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on your computer PSU Power supply unit problems 46 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Display Problem Possible Cause e 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 L CL er lt TT 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 LAN Problem Possible Cause Action 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 connected to a router or hub Cannot access the Internet 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 ASUS BM6AD MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 47 Audio Problem Possible Cause Action e Refer to your computer s user manual for the c
21. 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 requests you to run the BIOS Setup You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update 4 Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to instability or boot failure We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel Quickly enter the BIOS Windows 8 1 boot time is quite fast so we developed the following ways for you to quickly access the BIOS e 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 e 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 Z POST Power On Self Test is a series of software controlled diagnostic tests that run when you turn on your Desktop PC ASUS Desktop PC 71 me CL lt TT Z G T I Other Windows 7 Windows 8 1 functions Removing a USB storage device Windows 7 To remove a USB storage device on Windows 7 1 Click
22. provide you with quick access to the program s or item s related links You may pin items on the jumplist such as favorite websites often visited folders or drives or recently played media files To pin items to the jumplist Z G T I 1 From the taskbar right click an icon From the jumplist right click the item that you want to pin then select Pin to this list Unpinning items from the jumplist To unpin items from the jumplist 1 From the taskbar right click an icon 2 From the jumplist right click the item that you want to remove from the jumplist then select Unpin from this list Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar To pin programs on the Start menu or taskbar iP From the Windows taskbar click the Start icon to launch the Start menu 2 Right click the item that you want to pin on the Start menu or taskbar 3 Select Pin to Taskbar or Pin to Start menu You may also right click on the icon of a running program on the taskbar then select Pin this program to taskbar Unpinning programs from the Start menu To unpin programs from the Start menu 1 From the Windows taskbar click the Start icon to launch the Start menu 2 From the Start menu right click the program that you want to unpin then select Remove from this list Unpinning programs from the taskbar To unpin programs from the taskbar 1 From the taskbar right click the program that you want to remove from the
23. 3 0 ports from the BIOS Setup To disable or enable the front and rear USB 2 0 and 3 0 ports 1 Press lt Delete gt to enter the BIOS Setup at startup Z G T I 2 Fromthe BIOS Setup screen click Advanced gt USB Configuration gt USB Single Port Control Select the USB port that you want to enable or disable Press lt Enter gt to enable or disable the selected USB port 5 Click Exit and select Save Changes amp Reset to save the changes made ASUS UEF BIOS Utility Advanced Mode W My Favorites Main CE Monitor U Boot amp Tool 5 Advanced USB Configuration USB Single Port Control gt Disable USB port Rear USB Port 6 Enabled Front USB3 Port 3 Enabled Front USB3 Port 4 Enabled Rear USB Port 1 Enabled Rear USB Port 2 Enabled Front USB Port 1 Enabled eee Last hodirtea Select Screen Front USB Port 2 Enabled tl Select Item Enter Select Change Opt Card Reader Port Enabled F1 General Help 2 Previous Values F3 Shortcut Front USB Port 6 Enabled F4 ShortCut and MyFavorite F5 Optimized Defaults F10 Save ESC Exit Refer to Chapter 1 for the locations of the USB ports 36 Chapter 3 Using your computer Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS You can set a password in the BIOS Setup to protect your HDD To set a password for your HDD from the BIOS Setup 1 2 Press lt Delete gt to enter the BIOS Setup at startup From the BIOS Setup EZ Mode s
24. 310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 19 Z G T I Audio 2 1 4 1 5 1 or 7 1 channel configuration Port Hea 4 1 channel 5 1 channel 7 1 channel channel Light Blue Rear panel Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Lime Rear panel Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out i Air vents These vents allow air ventilation DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis Always provide proper ventilation for your computer Power connector Plug the power cord to this connector RATING 115 230Vac 6 0A 3 0A 50 60Hz Expansion slot brackets Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card 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 6 66 0 gt 0 LAN port LED indications ACT LINK SPEED LED LED Activity Link L Speed LED Da LA z O ee ee status Description otatus Description FE 10Mbps connection OFF O ORANGE ORANGE 100Mbps connection BLINKING GREEN 1Gbps connection LAN port VGA port This port is for VGA compatible devices such as a VGA monitor PS 2 mouse port green This port is for a PS 2 mouse 20 Chapter 1 Getting started Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware
25. DO NOT use damaged power cords accessories or other peripherals e To prevent electrical shock hazard disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system e Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit e Ensure that your power supply 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 4 DANGER WARNING Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task M CAUTION Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task aN IMPORTANT Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task Z 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
26. L er lt TT Launching items from the Start menu To launch items from the Start menu 1 From the Windows taskbar click the Start icon g 2 From the Start menu select the item that you want to launch Z You may pin programs that you want constantly displayed on the Start menu For more details refer to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on this chapter Using the Getting Started item The Getting Started item on the Start menu contains information about some basic tasks such as personalizing Windows adding new users and transferring files to help you to familiarize yourself with using Windows 7 To use the Getting Started item I From the Windows taskbar click the Start icon to launch the Start menu 2 Select Getting Started The list of available tasks appears 3 Select the task that you want to do Using the taskbar The taskbar allows you to launch and manage programs or items installed on your computer Launching a program from the taskbar To launch a program from the taskbar From the Windows taskbar click an icon to launch it Click the icon again to hide the program Z You may pin programs that you want constantly displayed on the taskbar For more details refer to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on this chapter ASUS Desktop PC 53 Pinning items on the jumplists When you right click an icon on the taskbar a jumplist launches to
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28. Panel H e entrol Panel Home r A View your basic network information and set up connections Change adapter settings A See full map ag Change advanced sharing settings a ENGLISH PC Network Internet This computer View your active networks Connect or disconnect Accesstype Internet Network YP p Home network Connections Local Area Connection 24 Change your networking settings Connect or reconnect to a wireless wired dial up or VPN network connection Q Choose homegroup and sharing options Access files and printers located on other network computers or change sharing settings Sj Troubleshoot problems ee also Diagnose and repair network problems or get troubleshooting information HomeGroup Internet Options Windows Firewall 75 me CL er lt TT Z G T I J 10 11 12 13 14 76 Select Connect to the Internet and click Next Select Broadband PPPoE and click Next Enter your User name and Password and Connection name Click Connect Click Close to finish the configuration Click the network icon in the taskbar and click the connection you just created Enter your user name and password Click Connect to connect to the Internet acima O 8 Set Up a Connection or Network Choose a connection option Len Set up a new network lt onfigure a new router or access point To Connect to a workplace Set up a dia p or
29. SUS Desktop PC 85 Z Q T I To create a USB recovery drive 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 7 Click Create Wait for a while for the process to complete 8 When the process is completed click Finish 86 1 Launch the Control Panel from the All Apps screen 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 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 cen also copy it to the recovery drive so you can use it to refresh or reset your PC V Copy the recovery partition from the PC to the recovery drive Recovery Drive Select the USB flash drive The drive must be able to hold at least 256 MB and everything on the drive will be deleted Available drive s Cancel amp 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 Cancel Chapter 2 Using Windows 7 Windows 8 1 functions Removing everythi
30. The fan slows down after entering the OS a pet right The BIOS settings have Restore the BIOS to its default DES On 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 L CL er lt TT 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 computer Ensure that your computer is working in an area with good air flow Computer is too noisy when in use e Update the BIOS e f 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 If the problem still persists refer to your Desktop PC s warranty card and contact the ASUS ns Service Center Visit the ASUS Support site at http support asus com for the service center information ASUS BM6AD MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 49 Inspiring ASUS Desktop PC Windows 7 Windows 8 1 User Manual E8623 First Edition August 2013 Copyright ASUSTeK Computer Inc All Rights Reserved 51 Z G T I Using Windows 7 Starting for the first time When you start your computer for the first time a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring the basic settings of
31. assword 3 Key in a password and confirm it Key in your password s hint 4 When done click Create password me CL er lt TT Activating the anti virus software Trend Micro Internet Security is pre installed on your computer It is a third party anti virus software protecting your computer from virus It is purchased separately You have a 30 day trial period after activating it To activate Trend Micro Internet Security 1 Run the Trend Micro Internet Security application 2 Carefully read the license terms Click Agree amp Activate 3 Input your e mail address and select your location Click Next 4 Click Finish to complete the activation Getting Windows Help and Support Windows Help and Support provides you with guides and answers in using the applications in Windows 7 platform To launch Windows Help and Support click gt Help and Support Z Ensure that you are connected to the Internet to obtain the latest Windows online help ASUS Desktop PC 59 Using Windows 8 1 Z G T I Starting for the first time When you start your computer for the first time a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring the basic settings of your Windows 8 1 operating system To start your Desktop PC for the first time 1 Press the power button on your Desktop PC Wait for a few minutes until the setup screen appears 2 From the setup screen pick a languag
32. ck New folder 3 Key in a name for the new folder me CL er lt TT Z You may also right click anywhere on the View pane click New gt Folder Backing up your files Setting up a backup To set up a backup 1 Click gt All Programs gt Maintenance gt Backup and Restore 2 Click Set up backup Click Next 3 Select your backup destination Click Next 4 Select Let Windows choose recommended or Let me choose as your backup mode If you select Let Windows choose Windows will not back up your programs FAT formatted files Recycle Bin files or temporary files that are 1GB or more 5 Follow the onscreen instructions to finish the process Restoring your system settings The Windows System Restore feature creates a restore point where the computer s system settings are stored at certain time and date It allows you to restore or undo changes to your computer s system settings without affecting your personal data To restore your system 1 Close all running applications 2 Click gt All Programs gt Accessories gt System Tools gt System Restore 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process ASUS Desktop PC 57 Protecting your computer Using Windows 7 Action Center Windows 7 Action Center provides you with alert notifications security information system maintenance information and the option to automatically troubleshoot and fix some common computer problems
33. contact for the contact information of local Technical Support Engineer Z e The user manual is located in the following folder in your Desktop PC e C Program Files X86 ASUS eManual Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 N Support DVD x1 Recovery DVD x1 Optional Installation Guide gt Nero burning software Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 DVD x1 Optional e lf any of the above items is damaged or missing contact your retailer e The illustrated items above are for reference only Actual product specifications may vary with different models Z Q T I Getting started Welcome Thank you for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC The ASUS Desktop PC provides cutting edge performance uncompromised reliability and user centric utilities All these values are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing 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 BM6AD MD310 ASUS BM6AD MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 12 2 x 5 25 inch optical disk drive bays The 5 25 inch optical disk drive bays are for 5 25 inch DVD ROM CD RW DVD RW devices Microphone port pink This port connects to a microphone Headphone port lime Th
34. creen click Exit gt Advanced Mode From the Advanced Mode screen click Main gt HDDx name of HDD to open the HDD Password screen Select the Set User Password item and press lt Enter gt From the Create New Password box key in a password then press lt Enter gt Confirm the password when prompted Click Exit and select Save Changes amp Reset to save the changes made Take note of this password which you would need to access the HDD To change the password for your HDD from the BIOS Setup ls 2 4 5 6 Follow steps 1 and 2 of the previous section to open the HDD Password screen Select the Set User Password item and press lt Enter gt From the Enter Current Password box key in the current password then press lt Enter gt From the Create New Password box key in a new password then press lt Enter gt Confirm the password when prompted Click Exit and select Save Changes amp Reset to save the changes made To clear the user password follow the same steps as in changing a user password but press lt Enter gt when prompted to create confirm the password After you clear the password the Set User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed ASUS BM6AD MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 37 L CL er lt TT Z G T I Connecting to the Internet Wired connection Use an RJ 45 cable to connect your computer to a DSL cable modem or a local area netw
35. devices such as the external monitor keyboard mouse and power cord to your computer Using the onboard display output ports Connect your monitor to the onboard display output port To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports 1 Connect a VGA monitor to the VGA port or a DVI I monitor to the DVI I port or an HDMI monitor to the HDMI port on the rear panel of your computer 2 Plug the monitor to a power source BM1AD BM6AD MD310 ASUS BM6AD MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 21 me CL er lt TT 19 OO 00000 000000000000 O000000000000 SUS mm O QQQ 5 9 OOO 000 Q OI O000000 O00000000000000000000000 x O Oi SS O 8 ovr o 6 O THE 8030200 S db Z S RSS e8o80808 BP1AD SD310 ENGLISH Chapter 1 Getting started 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 dis
36. disk drive bay is for 5 25 inch DVD ROM CD RW DVD RW devices Optical disk drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical disk drive tray Optical disk drive bay empty You may install an additional optical disk drive in this bay HDD LED This LED lights up when the hard disk drive operates 3 5 inch drive bay This 3 5 inch drive bay is for 3 5 inch hard disk drives memory card readers Microphone This port connects to a microphone Headphone port This port connects to a headphone or speaker Chapter 1 Getting started 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 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 e DO NOT connect a keyboard mouse to any USB 3 0 port when installing Windows operating system S 60 e 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 BP1AD SD310 D Power button Press this button to turn on your computer Optical disk drive eject button Press this button to eject the o
37. e CL er lt TT Z Q T I 56 Exploring files and folders To explore files and folders 1 2 3 Launch Windows Explorer From the navigation or view pane browse for the location of your data From the breadcrumb bar click the arrow to display the contents of the drive or folder Customizing the file folder view To customize the file folder view 1 Launch Windows Explorer 2 From the navigation pane select the location of your data 3 From the toolbar click the View icon 7 4 From the View menu move the slider to select how you want to view the file folder You may also right click anywhere on the View pane click View and select the view type that you want Arranging your files To arrange your files T 2 3 Launch Windows Explorer From the Arrange by field click to display the dropdown list Select your preferred arrangement type Sorting your files To sort your files 2 3 Launch Windows Explorer Right click anywhere on the View pane From the menu that appears select Sort by then select your preferred sorting type Grouping your files To group your files i Launch Windows Explorer Right click anywhere on the View pane From the menu that appears select Group by then select your preferred grouping type Chapter 1 Using Windows 7 Adding a new folder To add a new folder L Launch Windows Explorer 2 From the toolbar cli
38. e Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 VCCI Japan Compliance Statement VCCI Class B Statement T PR SLU RM MR BE A A WT CORBI gt PRLEREFSARSAT AMMA VCC DALEI 7 7 ABARRE TH CORMERMEMRTCRASNSCLE AME L THETA CORMMIVASFLEY 3 YRiRCMEL CRASH SE RMB SECT OL MHVRT RRAS o TEL ORMORVEL TKS KC Korea Warning Statement Ba 717 ARS FSSA AA 77E AASBH AJAYA FE AAAA ASHE AS FAQS an BE JAAA ASE NSU aA SAVE AUHSA FSR RLL J394 PID HIATT YF AGA 44 VCCI Japan Compliance Statement VCCI Class B Statement TORRI TIABHRRMHKECT ORB FERECHATSOLLA HELTWOETM COREMIVACT Ya RRC LTR ND k ZARB RITILMEUET Rm RABI E gt TIE LV RORY ALT FAY This is a Class B product based on the standard of the VCCI Council If this is used near a radio or television receiver it may cause radio interference Install and use equipment according to the instruction manual Equipment registered based on the confirmation measurement at the user installation site ORM MERBSN TCO DSBHCHEROMEM ANE AARMNRE Th Y VCCIHROKEL R LTLET toT RERBSN TO SBRUA CHAT OBS MUW MAMEL VC CLIiCmiItHe Lihi 0 EA This is a product for which interference was measured at the present installation site and confirmed to comply with the standard of Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment VCCI Before using the equipment at any location o
39. e to use on your Desktop PC As other settings appear select your country or region app language keyboard layout and time zone then tap Next Carefully read the License Terms then tap Accept 4 Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items e Personalize e Connect e Settings e Your account 5 After configuring the basic items the Windows 8 1 tutorial appears Watch this to learn more about Windows 8 1 functionalities Windows 8 1 lock screen The Windows 8 1 lock screen may appear when your Desktop PC enters the Windows 8 1 operating system To proceed tap on the lock screen or press any key on your Desktop PC s keyboard ASUS Desktop PC 60 Using the Windows UI The Windows User Interface Ul is the tile based display used in Windows 8 1 It includes the following features you can use while working on your Desktop PC Start screen The Start screen 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 El to launch the Start screen from any apps live tiles User account G10AC W81 People Weather SkyDrive Maps POS un Help amp Tips ReadingList Finance Zoom in out button for live tiles 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
40. ect this option to use the additional monitor as a duplicate of your main display e Extend these displays Select this option to use the additional monitor as an extension display This increases your desktop space e Show desktop only on 1 2 Select this option to show desktop only on monitor 1 or monitor 2 3 Click Apply or OK Click Keep Changes on the confirmation message Configuring the Internet connection settings Wired connection Windows 7 Configuring a dynamic IP PPPoE network connection To configure a dynamic IP PPPoE network connection 1 Go to Start gt Control Panel gt Network and Sharing Center U Local Area Connection Properties Networking 2 From the Network and Sharing Connect using Center screen click Change Adapter Realtek RTL8168B 8111B Family PCI E Gigabit Ethemet settings This connection uses the following items 3 Right click on your LAN and select Properties oM Client for Microsoft Networks aos Packet Scheduler amp File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks Intemet Protocol Version 6 TCP IPv6 FY tome Protocol Version 4 TCP PV4 Link Layer Topology Discovery Mapper 1 0 Driver V Link Layer Topology Discovery Responder Install Uninsta Properties Description Transmission Control Protocol Intemet Protocol The default wide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected ne
41. eeceeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeees 74 Recovering NOUS VOTRE a an a ma au 0 83 ASUS contact information ASUS contact IN OfMALON uses cstateesssdsse sata denses 88 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 packaging 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 e This device may not cause harmful interference and e This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment 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 equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequ
42. een press lt Tab gt then press lt Enter gt on your keyboard me CL er lt TT 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 ASUS Desktop PC 65 Z G T I 66 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 NEWYORK UNITED STATES BING WEATHER e z TUE 16 ou s sil Monday 94 79 95 78 m 5 Ju ly 1 5 Partly Cloudy Partly Cloudy 0PM fa 95 80 Partly Cloudy 420 a Maer N 918 75 Light Rain 630 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 Chapter 2 Using Windows 8 1 Inside the Charms bar Search This charm allows you to look for files applications or programs in your Desktop PC Share This charm allows you to share applications via social networking sites or email ne CL er lt
43. ency 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 equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help aN 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 equipment Lithium 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 Avertissement relatif aux batteries Lithium lon MISE EN GARDE Danger d explosion si la pile n est pas remplac e correctement Remplacer u
44. er addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server EF Validate settings upon exit aus Windows 8 1 Configuring a dynamic IP PPPoE network connection To configure a dynamic IP PPPoE network connection 1 From the Start screen click Desktop to launch the Desktop mode ASUS PC ASUS Desktop PC 77 2 From the Windows taskbar right click the network icon and Sharing Center and click Open Network 3 From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen click Change Adapter settings 4 Right click on your LAN and select Properties 5 Click Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 and click Properties Z Q T I Networking Sharing Connect using amp Realtek PCle GBE Family Controller This connection uses the following tems JM File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks C 4 Microsoft Network Adapter Multiplexor Protocol Microsoft LLDP Protocol Driver Link Layer Topology Discovery Mapper 1 0 Driver Link Layer Topology Discovery Responder Intemet Protocol Version 6 TCP IPv6 Z Intemet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 gt KRK KRK KRE Install Jninsta Properties Description Transmission Control Protocol Intemet Protocol The default wide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected networks 6 Click Obtain an IP address automaticall
45. g your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 34 Using the optical drive on selected models only 35 Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS 36 Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS eee 37 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet Wired COMMING CUO Asc ie tees e seas Senatnasnts 38 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting TOUDE SiC O UGC src aenrcestapins ee a 42 Appendix Windows 7 Windows 8 1 User Manual Chapter 1 Using Windows 7 Starting for the AUL STAUL LES PP 52 Using Windows 7 CESK tc seen 53 Managing your files and folders 55 Restoring your system settings 57 Protecting your COMPUICH sccs tsveccessuteavintaateateatasacvesoisigeledetctsdietewoentvenedcage 58 Getting Windows Help and Support 59 Chapter 2 Using Windows 8 1 Starting for the first TMG ss cxssnssnsndinbietessecrateniietanononanexbrcckabunisnnseeretardebeieiehs 60 Windows 8 1 lock screen 60 Using the MIRE ceesc ate ce ccc ectecedupseedeseattaseat esecseceebataeannee 61 Working with Windows apps 64 Other KV OA 0 82 910 4 6 cane a me nee 69 Turning your Desktop PC OFF rame 70 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 70 Entering Ine BIOS Setup ssr ananas EER 71 Chapter 3 Other Windows 7 Windows 8 1 functions Removing a USB storage device 72 Configuring the screen resolution settings 15 Configuring the Internet connection settings cce
46. he system sounds click from the Windows notification area then click e If it is not muted click 43 and drag the slider to adjust the volume Connect your speakers to another computer to test if the speakers arer 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 The DVD drive eject button is not responding 1 On Windows 7 click gt Computer On Windows 8 1 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 gt E DVD RW Drive a 2 Right click then click Eject from the menu ASUS BM6AD MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 45 me CL er lt TT Power Problem Possible Cause Action e Set your computer s power voltage switch to your area s power requirements e Adjust the voltage settings Ensure that the power cord is unplugged from the power outlet Incorrect power voltage Z Q T I No power Press the power key on the front panel to ensure that your computer is turned on The power Your computer is not indicator is off turned on Your computer s power e Ensure that the power cord is cord
47. is port connects to a headphone or speaker 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 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 e DO NOT connect a keyboard mouse to any USB 3 0 port when installing Windows operating system N 0E0000 e 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 e 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 Reset button Press this button to reboot your computer HDD LED This LED lights up when the hard disk drive operates Power LED This LED lights up when you turn on your computer Power button Press this button to turn on your computer 2 x 3 5 inch drive bays The 3 5 inch drive bays are for 3 5 inch hard disk drives memory card readers 6 0000 ASUS BM6AD MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 13 ne CL er lt TT Z Q T I BM1AD l NBI YRASRAAAAY Power button Press this button to turn on your computer 5 25 inch optical disk drive bay The 5 25 inch optical
48. moving everything and reinstalling Windows section for details on doing recovery inside Windows 8 1 In case your operating system fails use the bundled recovery DVD to reinstall your system e Ensure that all data are backed up before doing a full recovery of your operating system to avoid losing important files Download the multi language versions of this notice from the ASUS Support site at http support asus com 84 Chapter 2 Using Windows 7 Windows 8 1 functions To reset your PC by using Recovery DVD aN e Back up all your data before using this option e Disconnect all external hard disk drives before performing system recovery on your Desktop PC to avoid restoring Windows on the wrong partition or drive me CL er lt TT 1 Press lt F8 gt during bootup N Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive On the End User License Agreement EULA screen click Accept Select Reset your PC Click Next Select Only the drive where the Windows is installed Select Just remove my files Click Reset A D 0 e Q Recovering from a system image file You can create a USB recovery 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 A
49. ng and reinstalling Windows Restoring your PC to its original factory settings can be done using the Remove everything and reinstall option s in PC Settings Refer to the steps below to use this option aN Back up all your data before using this option L CL er lt TT Z This process may take a while to complete 1 Launchthe Charm bar 2 Click Settings gt PC Settings gt Update and recovery gt Recovery 3 Scroll down to view the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option Under this option click Get Started Update and recovery Refresh your PC without affecting your files If your PC isn t running well you can refresh it without losing your photos music videos and other personal files Windows Update Get started File History Recovery 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 Advand startup Start up from e or disc such as a USB drive or DVD change Windows startup settings or restore Wi om a system image This will restart your PC Restart no 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 ASUS Desktop PC 87 88 ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC
50. ng your system Windows 7 Using the system recovery partition The system recovery partition quickly restores your Desktop PC s software to its original working state Before using the system recovery partition copy your data files such as Outlook PST files to USB storage devices or to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings such as network settings About the system recovery partition The system recovery partition is a reserved space on your hard disk drive used to restore the operating system drivers and utilities installed on your Desktop PC at the factory aN DO NOT delete the system recovery partition which is the partition without volume label on Disk 0 The system recovery partition is created at the factory and cannot be restored if deleted Take your Desktop PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with the recovery process Using the system recovery partition 1 Press lt F9 gt during bootup 2 Highlight Windows Setup EMS Enabled and press lt Enter gt 3 From the Recover system to a partition screen click lt Next gt 4 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process Z Visit the ASUS website at www asus com for updated drivers and utilities Using the Recovery DVD on selected models LN Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on your Desktop PC According to Microsoft you may lose important da
51. niquement avec une pile de type semblable ou quivalent recommand e par le fabricant Mettez au rebut les batteries usag es conform ment aux instructions du fabricant 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 requirements 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 1 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 a la norme NMB 003 du Canada Cet appareil num rique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d Industrie Canada Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes 1 cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d interf rences et 2 cet appareil doit accepter toute interference y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhait de l appareil Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interferenc
52. o a tape CD DVD player or other audio sources Z Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in the 2 1 an 4 1 5 1 or 7 1 channel configuration Audio 2 1 4 1 5 1 or 7 1 channel configuration Port Headset 2i 4 1 channel 5 1 channel 7 1 channel channel Light Blue Rear panel Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Lime Rear panel Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out i Expansion slot brackets Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card 10 ASUS Graphics Card on selected models only The display output ports on this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models 11 LAN RJ 45 port This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network LAN through a network hub LAN port LED indications ACT LINK SPEED LED LED LED Speed LED Description Status No link OF tus Description 10Mbps connection F ORANGE ORANGE 100Mbps connection BLINKING GREEN 1Gbps connection LAN port Air vents These vents allow air ventilation AN DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis Always provide proper ventilation for your computer VGA port This port is for VGA compatible devices such as a VGA monitor 14 PS 2 mouse port green This port is for a PS 2 mouse 18 Chapter 1 Getting started BP1AD SD310
53. o00 000 oo 000 OOOOOO0000000 an ooooooooooNs D ADI Ga mG Q J E 6 88 OE Power connector Plug the power cord to this connector RATING 115 230Vac 6 0A 3 0A 50 60Hz PS 2 keyboard port purple This port is for a PS 2 keyboard HDMI port This port is for a High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI connector and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD Blu ray and other protected content DVI I port This port is for any DVI I compatible device and are HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD Blu Ray and other protected content 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 port pink This port connects to a microphone Line Out port lime This port connects to a headphone or speaker In a 4 1 5 1 or 7 1 channel configuration the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out ASUS BM6AD MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 17 me CL er lt TT Z Q T I Line In port light blue This port connects t
54. ooting 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 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 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 Do the following based on the operating system On Windows 7 a Click Applications tab b Select the program that is not responding then click End Task On Windows 8 1 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 cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card 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 ASUS BM6AD
55. ork LAN Connecting via a DSL cable modem To connect via a DSL cable modem 1 Set up your DSL cable modem i 4 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 panel of your computer and the other end to a DSL cable modem BM1AD BM6AD MD310 go0000000004 ooooooooo0o00 oooooooo00000 ooooooooo000o00 5 OOO0O000000000 OOO0O00000000 os D Pe I J i DOOOooooooOg OAV ASUS BM6AD MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 38 BP1AD SD310 L 1 OC l Bh OOC Bel OOG 88 Ooot OOOL z oooi v l es 1 000 LLI 5 ooo O OnOA0OKA 0 0000 0 0000 Modem Sas Q o z z RJ 45 cable 3 Turn on the DSL cable modem and your computer 4 Configure the necessary Internet connection settings e Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection e For details refer to the section Configuring the Internet connection settings in the Windows 7 Windows 8 1 User Manual which can be
56. orrect port e Disconnect and reconnect the speaker to your computer Speaker or headphone is connected to the wrong port Z G T I 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 System Problem Possible Cause Action Too many programs are many prog Close some of the programs running System speed is e Use an anti virus software to too slow Compie de scan for viruses and repair your P computer e Reinstall the operating system e Send the damaged hard disk drive to ASUS Service Center for servicing e Replace with a new hard disk drive Hard disk drive failure e Replace with compatible memory modules e Remove the extra memory The system often Memory module problems modules that you have installed hangs or freezes then try again e Contact the ASUS Service Center for assistance 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 48 Chapter 5 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
57. osture 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 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 directly 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 BM6AD MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 34 Using the optical drive on selected models only
58. p your computer Turning your computer ON To turn your computer ON 1 Turn your monitor ON 2 Press the power button on your computer Power button Power button BM6AD MD310 Power button BP1AD SD310 3 Wait until the operating system loads automatically For details on shutting down your Desktop PC refer to the Windows 7 Windows 8 1 User Manual which can be found in this manual ASUS BM6AD MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 25 me CL er lt TT Z Q T I 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 The USB ports allow you to connect USB devices such as storage devices To connect a USB storage device e Insert the USB storage device to your computer Z You can enable or disable the front and rear USB 2 0 and USB 3 0 ports individually from the BIOS Setup Refer to the Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS section in Chapter 3 of this user manual for details m Front panel BM6AD MD310 BM1AD BP1AD SD310 ASUS BM6AD MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 26 Rear panel BM1AD
59. play output port on the graphics card 22 Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer BM1AD BM6AD MD310 me CL er lt TT opoooo000004 amp DOBeooeooooo0 DoOoooooooooo0o DoOpooooooooo0o Ooesoosooo8oo o popopo0o000000 OOOO000000000 QOOOOOOOOO0000 ooogoooooogo0o UOOOOoOoOoooe I Do EE UF 8 A0000 Bio OO JG yet Lie Ol OU in I TA o O7 0 de gt E ee E o CU OOOO OOOO BOSOM es ses CODE AE Le mm am a a aa CC Em E Je K t t i l i l t l JE i t je B Aap SN E JENOOEOOCOELE DAR Sus lo nr EI OOE ae R sede Be 0 9 ONO 95959 o o Vo 808080080806 E a a a A e F T
60. ptical disk drive tray ASUS BM6AD MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 15 me CL er lt TT 5 25 inch optical disk drive bay The 5 25 inch optical disk drive bay is for 5 25 inch DVD ROM CD RW DVD RW devices HDD LED This LED lights up when the hard disk drive operates USB 3 0 ports These Universal Serial Bus 3 0 USB 3 0 ports connect to USB 3 0 devices such as a mouse printer scanner camera PDA and others Z Q T I e DO NOT connect a keyboard mouse to any USB 3 0 port when installing Windows operating system S 000 e 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 e 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 3 5 inch drive bay This 3 5 inch drive bay is for 3 5 inch hard disk drives memory card readers Microphone This port connects to a microphone Headphone port This port connects to a headphone or speaker 16 Chapter 1 Getting started Rear panel BM1AD BM6AD MD310 0000060 06 000 000 Oo Oo m mi oO oo00000000000 000 000 000 000 0o00 000 000 oo o00
61. puter 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 ASUS BM6AD MD310 BM1AD and BP1AD SD310 43 ne CL er lt TT Z Q T I lwant to restore or undo changes to my computer s system settings without affecting my personal files or data On Windows 7 The Windows System Restore feature allows you to restore or undo changes to your computer s system settings without affecting your personal data such as documents or photos For more details refer to the section Restoring your system in Chapter 2 On Windows 8 1 You can use Windows 8 1 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 PC Settings gt Update and recovery gt Recovery from the Charms bar select Refresh everything without affecting your files and click Get Started 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 On Windows 7 1 Do any of the following to open the Screen Resolution se
62. ta because of setting up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition To use the Recovery DVD 1 Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive Your Desktop PC needs to be powered ON Restart the Desktop PC and press lt F8 gt on bootup and select the optical drive may be labeled as CD DVD and press lt Enter gt to boot from the Recovery DVD Select OK to start to restore the image ASUS Desktop PC 83 ne CL er lt TT 4 Select OK to confirm the system recovery m aN Restoring will overwrite your hard drive Ensure to back up all your important data before ep the system recovery LEE ep 5 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process DO NOT remove the Recovery disc unless instructed to do so during the recovery process or else your partitions will be unusable Z Visit the ASUS website at www asus com for updated drivers and utilities Windows 8 1 Resetting your PC The Reset your PC option restores your PC to its factory default settings LN 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 NO w D aN e The F9 recovery function is not applicable for downgrade versions of Windows 8 1 Refer to the Re
63. taskbar then select Unpin this program from taskbar 54 Chapter 1 Using Windows 7 Using the notification area By default the notification area shows these three icons Action Center notification Click this icon to display all the alert messages notifications and launch the Windows Action Center Network connection This icon displays the connection status and signal strength of the wired or wireless network connection Volume iq Click this icon to adjust the volume Displaying an alert notification To display an alert notification Click the Notification icon P then click the message to open it For more details refer to the section Using Windows Action Center in this chapter Customizing icons and notifications You may choose to display or hide the icons and notifications on the taskbar or on the notification area To customize icons and notifications 1 From the notification area click on the arrow icon i 2 Click Customize 3 From the dropdown list select the behaviors for the icons or items that you want to customize Managing your files and folders Using Windows Explorer Windows Explorer allows you to view manage and organize your files and folders Launching Windows Explorer To launch Windows Explorer 1 From the Windows taskbar click the Start icon to launch the Start menu 2 Click Computer to launch Windows Explorer ASUS Desktop PC 55 n
64. ther than the present installation site the member shall measure interference for confirmation and register the result to VCCI RF Equipment Notices CE European Community Compliance Statement The equipment complies with the RF Exposure Requirement 1999 519 EC Council Recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to 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 Frequency Energy The radiated output power of the Wi Fi technology is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless it is advised to use the wireless equipment 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 requirements of the Canadian interference causing equipment regulations Cet appareil num rique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada BSMI Taiwan Wireless Statement FRE GR a a AY Ba REY eee GS ZEBRA BR FERS AT gt ST AARE Sh B 0 RUBS ER at ZTE RE ETA AAR SRLS RFRA IE
65. tting screen Click M gt Control Panel gt Appearance and Personalization gt Display gt Change display settings e Right click anywhere on your Windows desktop When the pop up menu appears click Personalize gt Display gt Change display settings 2 Adjust the resolution Refer to the documentation came with your HDTV for the resolution 3 Click Apply or OK Then click Keep Changes on the confirmation message On Windows 8 1 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 Z 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 44 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting My speakers produce no sound Ensure that you connect your speakers to the Line out port lime on the front panel or the rear panel Check if your speak is connected to an electrical source and turned on Adjust your speakers volume Ensure that your computer s system sounds are not Muted e fitis muted the volume icon is displayed as To enable t
66. tworks K KI K K K OK Cancel 74 Chapter 2 Using Windows 7 Windows 8 1 functions 4 Select Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 then click Properties 5 Select Obtain an IP address automatically if you want the IP settings to be assigned automatically Otherwise select Use the following IP address and key in IP address and Subnet mask 6 Select Obtain DNS server address automatically if you want the DNS server settings to be assigned automatically Otherwise select Use the following DNS server addresses and key in the Preferred and Alternate DNS server 7 Click OK when done Z 8 Return to the Network and Sharing Center and then click Set up a new connection or network ASUS Desktop PC 4 pe caper Ta AF x PRES p y Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 Properties General Alternate Configuration 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 168 1 Obtain DNS server address automatically Use the following DNS server addresses Cx Cas Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection L 5 s Geo SE gt Control Panel All Control Panel items Network and Sharing Center 4 Search Con 2 Control
67. ver address automatically Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server Validate settings upon exit 80 Chapter 2 Using Windows 7 Windows 8 1 functions Wireless connection Connecting to a Wi Fi network Windows 7 To connect to a Wi Fi network 1 Click the network icon EM in the notification area to display the available wireless networks 2 Select the wireless network that you want to connect to then click Connect 3 You may need to key in the network security key for a secured wireless network then click OK 4 Wait while your computer is connecting to the wireless network 5 The wireless connection is established successfully The connection status is displayed and the network icon displays the connected status Windows 8 1 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 Charms bar ASUS Desktop PC 81 L CL er a TT x 2 From the Charms bar select Settings and click the network icon ioe 3 Select the network that you want to connect to from the list 4 Click Connect Z Q T I OREL Wi Fi ASUS DOCI Connect automatically 82 Chapter 2 Using Windows 7 Windows 8 1 functions Recoveri
68. ween 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 all currently active screens Opens the Second screen pane Opens the Everywhere search pane Opens the Run window Opens Ease of Access Center Opens the Settings search pane Opens a menu box of Windows tools ASUS Desktop PC 69 ne CL er lt TT Z Q T I 70 Launches the magnifier and zooms in your screen lt gt Zooms out your screen lt gt Opens the Narrator Settings lt Enter gt Turning your Desktop PC OFF To turn your Desktop PC OFF Do any of the following to shut down your Desktop PC e From the Charms bar click Settings gt Power gt Shut down to do a normal shutdown e From the login screen click Power gt Shutdown e 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 Chapter 2 Using Windows 8 1 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
69. y and click OK General Alternate Configuration 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 Obtain DNS server address automatically Use the following DNS server addresses Validate settings upon exit Z Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection 78 Chapter 2 Using Windows 7 Windows 8 1 functions 7 Retu rn to the N etwor k an d 4 SE gt Control Panel Network and Internet gt Network and Sharing Center S h a ri n g Ce nte r a n d th e n cl ic k te View your basic network information and set up connections Change adapter settings FARMER Set u p a n ew C O n n ect i O n O r omst DESEA 7 7 are currently not connected to any networks network er M Troubleshoot problems Diagnose and repair network problems or get troubleshooting information L CL mer lt TT HomeGroup Internet Options Windows Firewall 8 Select Connect to the Internet and click Next Choose a connection option Se Connect to the Internet Set up a broadband or dial up connection to the Internet i wy Set up a new network ag Set up a new router or access point A Manually connect to a wireless network m onnect to a hidde twork or create a new wireless profile Connect to a workplace et up a dial up o onnection t
70. your Windows 7 operating system To start for the first time 1 Turn your computer on Wait for a few minutes until the Set Up Windows screen appears 2 From dropdown list select your language then click Next 3 From the dropdown lists select your Country or region Time and currency and Keyboard layout then click Next Key in uniques names for the user name and computer name then click Next 5 Key inthe necessary information to set up your password then click Next You may also click Next to skip this step without entering any information Z If you want to set up a password for your account later refer to the section Setting up a Lo user account and password in this chapter 6 Carefully read the license terms Tick accept the license terms and click Next Select Use recommended settings or Install important updates only to set up the security settings for your computer To skip this step select Ask me later 8 Review your date and time settings Click Next The system loads the new settings and restarts You may now start using your computer ASUS Desktop PC 52 Using Windows 7 desktop Z Click the Start icon gt Help and Support to obtain more information about Windows 7 Using the Start menu The Start menu gives you access to programs utilities and other useful items on your computer It also provides you with more information about Windows 7 through its Help and Support feature ne C

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