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ASUS Desktop PC

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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 language 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

.

3. 

Carefully read the License Terms, then tap 

I Accept

.

4. 

Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items:

• 

Personalize

• 

Connect

• 

Settings

• 

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.

Summary of Contents for A20DA

Page 1: ...Desktop PC K20DA A20DA F20DA K31DA A31DA F31DA K31DAG A31DAG F31DAG User Guide K20DA A20DA F20DA K31DA A31DA F31DA K31DAG A31DAG F31DAG ...

Page 2: ...CULAR 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 SPECIFICATIO...

Page 3: ...phone and speakers 29 Connecting multiple external displays 31 Connecting an HDTV 33 Chapter 3 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 35 Using the memory card reader 36 Using the optical drive 37 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection 39 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 45 Appendix Windows 8 1 User Manual Starting for the first time 55 Windows 8 1 loc...

Page 4: ...4 Contents Entering the BIOS Setup 66 Recovering your system 67 ASUS contact information ASUS contact information 70 ...

Page 5: ...interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency 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 te...

Page 6: ...mptes de licence d Industrie Canada Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes 1 cet appareil ne doit par provoquer d interférences et 2 cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l appareil Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for rad...

Page 7: ...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 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 technol...

Page 8: ...Y STAR standard and the power management feature is enabled by default The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after 10 and 30 minutes of user inactivity To wake your computer click the mouse or press any key on the keyboard Please visit http www energy gov powermanagement for detail information on power management and its benefits to the environment In addition please visit http w...

Page 9: ...n 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 ext...

Page 10: ...o the ASUS website www asus com ASUS LocalTechnical Support Visit ASUS website at http support asus com contact for the contact information of local Technical Support Engineer The User Guide is located in the following folder in your Desktop PC C Program Files X86 ASUS eManual DANGER WARNING Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task CAUTION Information to prevent dam...

Page 11: ...on Guide x1 Warranty Card x1 Dipole antenna x1 optional Antenna x 1 optional DVD SDVD RDVD x1 optional Package contents If any of the above items is damaged or missing contact your retailer The illustrated items above are for reference only Actual product specifications may vary with different models ...

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Page 13: ...lues are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your ASUS Desktop PC Getting to know your computer Illustrations are for reference only The ports their locations and the chassis color vary with different models ASUS K20DA A20DA F20DA K31DA A31DA F31DA K31DAG A31DAG F31DAG 13 Chapter 1 Getting started ...

Page 14: ...connect USB 3 0 devices to USB 3 0 ports for a faster and better performance from your USB 3 0 devices Headphone port This port connects to a headphone or speaker Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard MultiMediaCard MMC xD Picture XD Secure Digital SD High Capacity Secure Digital SDHC Memory Stick Pro MS PRO card slot Insert a supported memory card into this slot Microphone port This port connects to a m...

Page 15: ...ports for a faster and better performance from your USB 3 0 devices MultiMediaCard MMC xD Picture XD Secure Digital SD High Capacity Secure Digital SDHC Memory Stick Pro MS PRO card slot Insert a supported memory card into this slot Headphone port This port connects to a headphone or speaker Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard Microphone port This port connects to a microphone Power button Press this b...

Page 16: ...ion table for the function of the audio ports in a 2 1 4 1 or 5 1 channel configuration 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 K20DA A20DA F20DA 16 Chapter 1 Getting started ENGLISH Audio 2 1 4 1 or 5 1 channel configuration Port Headset 2 1 channel 4 1 channel 5 1 channel Light Blue Rear panel Lin...

Page 17: ...oper ventilation for your computer 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 Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description OFF No link OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connectio...

Page 18: ...d that you connect USB 3 0 devices to USB 3 0 ports for a faster and better performance from your USB 3 0 devices 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 USB 3 1 ports type A This Universal Serial Bus 3 1 USB 3 1 port is for USB 3 1 device USB 2 0 ports These Universal Ser...

Page 19: ...t 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 LAN port LED indications Audio 2 1 4 1 or 5 1 channel configuration Air vents These vents allow air ventilation DO NOT block the...

Page 20: ...hics 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 Connect a monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card 2 Plug the monitor to a power source The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models K20DA A20DA F20DA 20 Chapter 1 Ge...

Page 21: ...K31DA A31DA F31DA K31DAG A31DAG F31DAG ASUS K20DA A20DA F20DA K31DA A31DA F31DA K31DAG A31DAG F31DAG 21 ENGLISH ...

Page 22: ...itor 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 K20DA A20DA F20DA K31DA A31DA F31DA K31DAG A31DAG F31DAG 22 Chapter 1 Getting started ENGLISH ...

Page 23: ...a USB mouse Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer K20DA A20DA F20DA K31DA A31DA F31DA K31DAG A31DAG F31DAG ASUS K20DA A20DA F20DA K31DA A31DA F31DA K31DAG A31DAG F31DAG 23 ENGLISH ...

Page 24: ...rd 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 K20DA A20DA F20DA K31DA A31DA F31DA K31DAG A31DAG F31DAG 24 Chapter 1 Getting started ENGLISH ...

Page 25: ...h 2 Turn your monitor ON 3 Press the power button on your computer 3 Wait until the operating system loads automatically For details on shutting down your Desktop PC refer to the Windows 8 1 User Manual which can be found in this manual Power button K20DA A20DA F20DA K31DA A31DA F31DA K31DAG A31DAG F31DAG Power button ASUS K20DA A20DA F20DA K31DA A31DA F31DA K31DAG A31DAG F31DAG 25 ENGLISH ...

Page 26: ...26 Chapter 1 Getting started ENGLISH ...

Page 27: ... as storage devices To connect a USB storage device Insert the USB storage device to your computer 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 guide for details Front panel ASUS K20DA A20DA F20DA K31DA A31DA F31DA K31DAG A31DAG F31DAG 27 ENGLISH Chapte...

Page 28: ...orage device 1 From the Start screen click Desktop to launch the Desktop Mode 2 Click 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 Rear panel K20DA A20DA F20DA K31DA A31DA F31DA K31DAG A31DAG F31DAG ENGLISH 28 Chapter 1 Getting started ENGLISH ...

Page 29: ...front and rear panels The audio I O ports located on the rear panel allow you to connect 2 1 channel 4 1 channel and 5 1 channel stereo speakers Connecting Headphone and Mic K20DA A20DA F20DA K31DA A31DA F31DA K31DAG A31DAG F31DAG ASUS K20DA A20DA F20DA K31DA A31DA F31DA K31DAG A31DAG F31DAG 29 ENGLISH ENGLISH ...

Page 30: ...Connecting 4 1 channel Speakers Connecting 5 1 channel Speakers Connecting 2 1 channel Speakers 30 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer ENGLISH ...

Page 31: ... 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 se...

Page 32: ... b Right click anywhere on your Desktop mode screen When the pop up menu appears click Personalize Display Change display settings 5 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 disp...

Page 33: ...DMI 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 K20DA A20DA F20DA K31DA A31DA F31DA K31DAG A31DAG F31DAG ASUS K20DA A20DA F20DA K31DA A31DA F31DA K31DAG A31DAG F31DAG 33 ENGLISH ...

Page 34: ...34 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer ENGLISH ...

Page 35: ...ust 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 90º angle when you are at the PC Place...

Page 36: ...ver 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 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 Hov...

Page 37: ...top 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 Press the eject button below the drive bay cover Right click the CD DVD drive icon on the Computer screen and click Eject To open the Computer...

Page 38: ...38 Chapter 3 Using your computer ENGLISH ...

Page 39: ...odem 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 Modem RJ 45 cable Modem RJ 45 cable K20DA A20DA F20DA K31DA A31DA F31DA K31DAG A31DAG F31DAG ASUS K20DA A20DA F20DA K31DA A31DA F31DA K31DAG A31DAG F31DAG 39 ENGLISH Chapter 4 Connecting to the Intern...

Page 40: ...ernet connection For more details refer to the sections Configuring a dynamic IP PPPoE network connection or Configuring a static IP network connection LAN RJ 45 cable 3 Turn on the DSL cable modem and your computer 4 Configure the necessary Internet connection settings Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection For more details refer to the...

Page 41: ...e 2 From the Windows taskbar right click the network icon and click Open Network and Sharing Center 3 From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen click Change Adapter settings 4 Right click on your LAN and select Properties 5 Click Internet ProtocolVersion 4 TCP IPv4 and click Properties ASUS K20DA A20DA F20DA K31DA A31DA F31DA K31DAG A31DAG F31DAG 41 ENGLISH ...

Page 42: ... OK Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection 8 Select Connect to the Internet and click Next 7 Return to the Network and Sharing Center and then click Set up a new connection or network 42 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ...

Page 43: ...d password Click Connect to connect to the Internet Configuring a static IP network connection To configure a static IP network connection 1 Repeat steps 1 to 4 of the previous section 2 Click Use the following IP address 3 Enter the IP address Subnet mask and Gateway from your service provider 4 If needed enter the preferred DNS Server address and alternative address 5 When done click OK ASUS K20...

Page 44: ...44 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ...

Page 45: ...ing 1 Simultaneously press Alt Ctrl Delete keys on the keyboard then click Task Manager 2 Do the following based on the operating system OnWindows 8 1 Under Task Manager in the Processes tab select the program that is not responding then click EndTask If the keyboard is not responding press and hold the Power button until the computer shuts down Then press the Power button to turn it on I cannot c...

Page 46: ... 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 gra...

Page 47: ...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 OnWindows 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 For details refer t...

Page 48: ...ted click 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...

Page 49: ... Adjust the voltage settings Ensure that the power cord is unplugged from the power outlet Your computer is not turned on Press the power key on the front panel to ensure that your computer is turned on Your computer s power cord is not properly connected Ensure that the power cord is properly connected Use other compatible power cord PSU Power supply unit problems Contact the ASUS Service Center ...

Page 50: ...ecting to another monitor LAN Problem Possible Cause Action Cannot access the Internet The LAN cable is not connected Connect the LAN cable to your computer LAN cable problems Ensure the LAN LED is on If not try another LAN cable If it still does not work contact the ASUS service center Your computer is not properly connected to a router or hub Ensure that your computer is properly connected to a ...

Page 51: ...sible Cause Action System speed is too slow Too many programs are running Close some of the programs Computer virus attack Use an anti virus software to scan for viruses and repair your computer Reinstall the operating system The system often hangs or freezes Hard disk drive failure Send the damaged hard disk drive to ASUS Service Center for servicing Replace with a new hard disk drive Memory modu...

Page 52: ...d the latest BIOS versions Computer is too noisy when in use The CPU fan has been replaced Ensure that you are using a compatible or ASUS recommended CPU fan There is not enough air ventilation for the computer Ensure that your computer is working in an area with good air flow The system temperature is too high Update the BIOS If you know how to reinstall the motherboard try to clean the inner spa...

Page 53: ...ASUS Desktop PC Windows 8 1 User Manual E8607 First Edition August 2013 Copyright ASUSTeK Computer Inc All Rights Reserved Appendix Windows 8 1 User Manual ...

Page 54: ...ENGLISH ...

Page 55: ...p PC As other settings appear select your country or region app language keyboard layout and time zone then tap Next 3 Carefully read the License Terms then tap I Accept 4 Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items Personalize Connect Settings Your account 5 After configuring the basic items the Windows 8 1 tutorial appears Watch this to learn more about Windows 8 1 fu...

Page 56: ...tart 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 to launch the Start screen from any apps Windows apps These are apps pinned on the Start screen and displayed on tiled format for easy access Some apps require signing in to your Microsoft account before they are fully l...

Page 57: ...tspots allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your Desktop PC The functions in these hotspots can be activated using your mouse Hotspots on a running app Hotspots on the Start screen Refer to the next page for the Hotspots functions ...

Page 58: ...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 on the lower left corner then tap 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...

Page 59: ...pps 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 Move your mouse pointer on the top side of the ...

Page 60: ... Start screen or to the Desktop mode taskbar Launching the All Apps screen On the Start screen click From the Start screen press Tab then press Enter on your keyboard 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 ...

Page 61: ... provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Desktop PC 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 C Charms bar ...

Page 62: ... via social networking sites or email 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 ...

Page 63: ... 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 Launch an app then press left or right key to place the first a...

Page 64: ... app D Launches the desktop E Launches the Computer window on the desktop F Opens the File search pane H Opens the Share pane I Opens the Settings pane K Opens the Devices pane L Activates the Lock screen M Minimizes all currently active screens P Opens the Second screen pane Q Opens the Everywhere search pane R Opens the Run window U Opens Ease of Access Center W Opens the Settings search pane X ...

Page 65: ...any of the following to shut down your Desktop PC From the Charms bar click Settings Power Shut down to do a normal shutdown From the login screen click Power 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 ...

Page 66: ...OS 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 Press the power button for at least four seconds to shut down your Desktop PC then press the power button again...

Page 67: ...t 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 The USB storage device must have at least 16 GB available space 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 Launc...

Page 68: ...ant 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 3 Click Recovery Create a recovery drive 4 Click Copy the recovery partition from the PC to the recovery drive and then click Next ...

Page 69: ...er to the steps below to use this option Back up all your data before using this option This process may take a while to complete 1 Launch the Charm bar 2 Click Settings PC Settings Update and recovery Recovery 3 Scroll down to view the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option Under this option click Get Started 4 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the reinstallation and reset proc...

Page 70: ...elephone 1 510 739 3777 Fax 1 510 608 4555 Web site usa asus com Technical Support Telephone 1 812 282 2787 Support fax 1 812 284 0883 Online support support asus com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Germany and Austria Address Harkort Str 21 23 D 40880 Ratingen Germany Fax 49 2102 959931 Web site asus com de Online contact eu rma asus com sales Technical Support Telephone Component 49 2102 5789555 Telephone Ge...

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