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Connecting a USB storage device

This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1, USB 3.0 and USB 3.1 ports on both the front and rear panels.
The USB ports allow you to connect USB devices such as storage devices.

To connect a USB storage device:

•

Insert the USB storage device to your computer.

Front panel

You can enable or disable the front and rear USB 2.0, USB 3.0 and USB 3.1 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.

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Smart Card

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D520MT (BM2CD)

MD330 (BM3CD)

D520SF (BP1CD/SD330)

ASUS Desktop PC

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Chapter 2

Connecting devices to your computer

Summary of Contents for BM5CD

Page 1: ...ASUS Desktop PC User Guide D520MT BM2CD MD330 BM3CD D520SF BP1CD SD330 SD MM C MS Smart Card CF MD SD MMC MS CF MD Smart Card ...

Page 2: ...ICULAR 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 SPECIFICATI...

Page 3: ...ng microphone and speakers 34 Changing to the external audio output 38 Connecting multiple external displays 39 Chapter 3 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 41 Using the memory card reader 42 Using the optical drive on selected models only 43 Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS 44 Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS 45 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Int...

Page 4: ...e first time 80 Using Windows 7 desktop 81 Managing your files and folders 83 Restoring your system settings 85 Protecting your computer 86 Getting Windows Help and Support 87 Recovering your system 88 UsingWindows 10 Starting for the first time 91 Using the Windows 10 UI 92 Keyboard shortcuts 96 ASUS contact information ASUS contact information 98 ...

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: ...il numérique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel 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 interférences et 2 cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fon...

Page 7: ...ow 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 BluetoothWireless 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 Bluetoo...

Page 8: ...r cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit Ensure that your power supply 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 If the power supply is broken ...

Page 9: ...tion on ASUS hardware and software products Refer to 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 DANGER WARNING Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task CAUTION Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a tas...

Page 10: ... for reference only Actual product specifications may vary with different models SD MMC MS Smart Card CF MD ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Power cord x1 Support DVD x1 Recovery DVD x1 Optional Installation Guide Nero burning software DVD x1 Optional Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 ASUS mouse pad x 1 Optional ...

Page 11: ...tilities All these values 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 and their locations and the chassis color vary with different models ASUS Desktop PC 11 Chapter 1 Getting started ...

Page 12: ... Optical disk drive bay There is an optical disk drive in this bay Optical disk drive eject button Press this button to eject the optical disk drive tray Smart card slot Insert a Smart card into this slot CompactFlash Microdrive card slot Insert a CompactFlash Microdrive card into this slot Secure Digital MultiMediaCard Memory Stick slot Insert a Secure Digital MultiMediaCard Memory Stick card int...

Page 13: ...g a Windows operating system Due to USB 3 0 controller limitations USB 3 0 devices can only be used under a Windows OS environment and after the USB 3 0 driver installation USB 3 0 devices can only be used for data storage We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3 0 devices to USB 3 0 ports for a faster and better performance from your USB 3 0 devices MD330 BM3CD Optical disk drive bay There is...

Page 14: ...s DO NOT connect a keyboard mouse to any USB 3 0 port when installing a Windows operating system Due to USB 3 0 controller limitations USB 3 0 devices can only be used under a Windows OS environment and after the USB 3 0 driver installation USB 3 0 devices can only be used for data storage We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3 0 devices to USB 3 0 ports for a faster and better performance f...

Page 15: ...tal MultiMediaCard Memory Stick slot Insert a Secure Digital MultiMediaCard Memory Stick card into this slot CompactFlash Microdrive card slot Insert a CompactFlash Microdrive card into this slot Smart card slot Insert a Smart card into this slot Headphone port This Line In lime port connects a headphone with a stereo mini plug Microphone port This Mic pink port connects a microphone SD MMC MS CF ...

Page 16: ...and others DO NOT connect a keyboard mouse to any USB 3 0 port when installing a Windows operating system Due to USB 3 0 controller limitations USB 3 0 devices can only be used under a Windows OS environment and after the USB 3 0 driver installation USB 3 0 devices can only be used for data storage We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3 0 devices to USB 3 0 ports for a faster and better perf...

Page 17: ...or a PS 2 mouse 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 DisplayPort This port is for a DisplayPort compatible devices Rear panel D520MT BM2CD DVI ASUS Desktop PC 17 ENGLISH ...

Page 18: ... port connects a headphone or a speaker In 4 1 channel 5 1 channel and 7 1 channel configurations 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 below for the function of the audio ports in a 2 1 4 1 5 1 or 7 1 channel configuration Audio 2 1 4 1 5 1 or 7 1 channel ...

Page 19: ...evices Serial port on selected models only This COM port is for pointing devices or other serial devices Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description OFF No link OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection LAN port SPEED LED ACT LINK LED LAN RJ 45 ports These ports allow Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network ...

Page 20: ...z 3A Europe PS 2 mouse port green This port is for a PS 2 mouse PS 2 keyboard port purple This port is for a PS 2 keyboard DisplayPort This port is for a DisplayPort compatible 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 DVI 20 Chapter 1 Getting started ENGLISH ...

Page 21: ...lime This port connects a headphone or a speaker In 4 1 channel 5 1 channel and 7 1 channel configurations 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 below for the function of the audio ports in a 2 1 4 1 5 1 or 7 1 channel configuration Audio 2 1 4 1 5 1 or 7 1...

Page 22: ... Area Network LAN through a network hub LAN port LED indications Serial port on selected models only This COM port is for pointing devices or other serial devices VGA port This port is for VGA compatible devices such as a VGA monitor Air vents These vents allow air ventilation DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis Always provide proper ventilation for your computer Serial port This COM port is...

Page 23: ...These Universal Serial Bus 3 0 USB 3 0 ports connect to USB 3 0 devices such as a mouse printer scanner camera PDA and others DO NOT connect a keyboard mouse to any USB 3 0 port when installing a Windows operating system Due to USB 3 0 controller limitations USB 3 0 devices can only be used under a Windows OS environment and after the USB 3 0 driver installation USB 3 0 devices can only be used fo...

Page 24: ...ker Out Rear Speaker Out Lime Rear panel Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Rear panel Mic In Mic In Bass Center Bass Center Front panel Side Speaker Out Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description OFF No link OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection LAN port SPEED LED ACT LINK...

Page 25: ... such as the external monitor keyboard mouse and power cord to your computer Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card on selected models only Connect your monitor to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card 1 Connect a monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card 2 Plug the monitor to a p...

Page 26: ...lay output port To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports 1 Connect a VGA monitor to the VGA port or a DVI D monitor to the DVI D port on the rear panel of your computer 2 Plug the monitor to a power source D520MT BM2CD DVI DVI MD330 BM3CD 26 Chapter 1 Getting started ENGLISH ...

Page 27: ...y display device in the BIOS Hence connect your monitor to a display output port on the graphics card To connect multiple external monitors to your computer refer to Connecting multiple external display in Chapter 2 of this guide for details DVI D520SF BP1CD SD330 ASUS Desktop PC 27 ENGLISH ...

Page 28: ... 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 DVI D520MT BM2CD DVI MD330 BM3CD D520SF BP1CD SD330 DVI 28 Chapter 1 Getting started ENGLISH ...

Page 29: ...wer cord Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to a power source D520MT BM2CD MD330 BM3CD D520SF BP1CD SD330 DVI DVI DVI ASUS Desktop PC 29 ENGLISH ...

Page 30: ...our computer Turning your computer ON To turn your computer ON 1 Turn your monitor ON 2 Press the power button on your computer 3 Wait until the operating system loads automatically Power button D520MT BM2CD MD330 BM3CD D520SF BP1CD SD330 SD MMC MS CF MD Smart Card Power button Power button 30 Chapter 1 Getting started ENGLISH ...

Page 31: ...e device to your computer Front panel You can enable or disable the front and rear USB 2 0 USB 3 0 and USB 3 1 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 SD MMC M S Smart Card CF MD SD MMC MS CF MD Smart Card SD MMC MS CF MD Smart Card D520MT BM2CD MD330 BM3CD D520SF BP1CD SD330 ASUS Desktop PC 3...

Page 32: ...D520MT BM2CD MD330 BM3CD D520SF BP1CD SD330 DVI DVI DVI 32 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer ENGLISH Rear panel ...

Page 33: ...he Safe to Remove Hardware message pops up remove the USB storage device from your computer Windows 10 To remove a USB storage device onWindows 10 1 Click then click from the Windows taskbar on your computer then click Eject 2 When the Safe to Remove Hardware message pops up remove the USB storage device from your computer DO NOT remove a USB storage device when data transfer is in progress Doing ...

Page 34: ...nd 8 channel stereo speakers When your Desktop PC comes with an internal speaker the audio output will be from the internal speaker When you connect an external audio device such as earphone or speaker you need to enable the audio device output For details refer to the section Changing to the external audio output When you disconnect the audio device you need to manually change the audio output to...

Page 35: ...MD330 BM3CD D520SF BP1CD SD330 SD MMC MS CF MD Smart Card CF MD Smart Card ASUS Desktop PC 35 ENGLISH ...

Page 36: ...Connecting 4 1 channel Speakers LINE OUT Connecting 2 1 channel Speakers LINE OUT 36 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer ENGLISH ...

Page 37: ...Connecting 5 1 channel Speakers LINE OUT Connecting 7 1 channel Speakers SD MMC MS Smart Card CF MD LINE OUT ASUS Desktop PC 37 ENGLISH ...

Page 38: ... as earphone or speaker to the rear Line Out port The Audio Manager screen automatically pops up For the location of the rear Line Out port refer to the section Getting to know your computer 2 Tick Front Speaker Out then click OK 3 Tick Line In then click OK The audio output will now be from the external audio device The Audio Manager screenshots above are for reference only ENGLISH 38 Chapter 2 C...

Page 39: ... the additional monitor as a duplicate of your main display or as an extension to enlarge your Windows desktop To set up multiple displays 1 Turn off your computer 2 Connect the two monitors to your computer and connect the power cords to the monitors Refer to Setting up your computer section in Chapter 1 for details on how to connect a monitor to your computer D520MT BM2CD SD MMC MS Smart Card CF...

Page 40: ...5 Configure the settings for your displays 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 D520SF BP1CD SD330 SD MMC MS CF MD Smart Card 40 Chapter 1 Getting started ENGLISH ...

Page 41: ...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 the monitor directly i...

Page 42: ...bled in your computer click Windows 7 Start button on the taskbar click Computer and then double click the memory card icon to access the data on it On Windows 10 if AutoPlay is NOT enabled in your computer click File Explorer from the Start menu 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 File Explorer screen ...

Page 43: ...f AutoPlay is NOT enabled in your computer to access the data on an optical disc On Windows 7 click the Start Computer and double click the CD DVD drive icon On Windows 10 click File Explorer from the Start menu 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 belo...

Page 44: ...s 1 Press Delete to enter the BIOS Setup at startup 2 From the BIOS Setup screen click Advanced USB Configuration USB Single Port Control 3 Select the USB port that you want to enable or disable 4 Press Enter to enable or disable the selected USB port 5 Click Exit and select Save Changes Reset to save the changes made Refer to Chapter 1 for the location of the USB ports 44 Chapter 3 Using your com...

Page 45: ...es 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 1 Follow steps 1 and 2 of the previous section to open the HDD Password screen 2 Select the Set User Password item and press Enter 3 From the Enter Current Password box key in the current password then press Enter 4 From the Create New Password box key in a new password...

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Page 47: ...nect via a DSL cable modem 1 Set up your DSL cable modem 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 DVI Modem RJ 45 cable D520MT BM2CD ASUS Desktop PC 47 ENGLISH Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet ...

Page 48: ...MD330 BM3CD DVI Modem RJ 45 cable D520SF BP1CD SD330 DVI Modem RJ 45 cable 48 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ...

Page 49: ...AN 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 DVI LAN RJ 45 cable D520MT BM2CD MD330 BM3CD DVI LAN RJ 45 cable ASUS Desktop PC 49 ENGLISH ...

Page 50: ... administrator for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection For more details refer to the sections Configuring a dynamic IP PPPoE network connection or Configuring a static IP network connection D520SF BP1CD SD330 LAN DVI RJ 45 cable 50 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ...

Page 51: ...er Windows 10 Do either of these two ways From the taskbar right click then click Open Network and Sharing Center From the Start menu click Settings Network Internet Ethernet Network and Sharing Center 2 From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen click Change Adapter settings 3 Right click on your LAN and select Properties 4 Click Internet ProtocolVersion 4 TCP IPv4 and click Properties ASUS ...

Page 52: ... 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 52 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ...

Page 53: ... 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 Desktop PC 53 ENGLISH ...

Page 54: ...less access point AP To increase the range and sensitivity of the wireless radio signal connect the external antennas to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card Place the antennas on the top of your computer for the best wireless performance The external antenna is an optional item Wireless AP Modem D520SF BP1CD SD330 54 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ...

Page 55: ...installation is complete ASUS Business Manager ASUS Manager provides a set of tools for customizing and maintaining your ASUS computer Installing ASUS Business Manager 1 Insert your ASUS support DVD into your optical drive 2 On the support CD window click Utilities ASUS Business Manager ASUS Desktop PC 55 ENGLISH Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ...

Page 56: ...Menu by clicking Start ASUS ASUS Manager IconView and ListView ASUS Manager has an Icon View and List View Click the ListView icon to display a list of tools available for your system IconView ListView ListView 56 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ENGLISH ...

Page 57: ...screen displays hardware and software details about your computer Update Click Update on the main ASUS Manager screen to download and install hardware drivers the latest BIOS and updated ASUS applications ASUS Desktop PC 57 ENGLISH ...

Page 58: ...C Cleanup provides options to remove temporary and unnecessary files from your computer to free up hard drive space ASUS Secure Delete ASUS Secure Delete keeps your files secure by making deleted files completely irrecoverable using a simple drag and drop interface 58 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ENGLISH ...

Page 59: ... then click Right click the file then select ASUS Secure Delete To use ASUS Secure Delete 3 Tick Delete the files listed in the recycle bin if you want to permanently delete all the files in the recycle bin 4 Click Clear and then click OK on the confirmation message to permanently delete all the files listed in the deletion box and the recycle bin if selected in step 3 ASUS Desktop PC 59 ENGLISH ...

Page 60: ...enance tasks such as system restoration adjusting startup settings and repairing Windows with a recovery disk USB Lock The USB Lock feature secures your USB ports card reader and optical drive from unwanted access by setting up a password 60 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ENGLISH ...

Page 61: ...ger you can specity time settings for system hibernation sleep display and hard drive activity Tool Click Tool on the main ASUS Manager screen to access the Support screen Ai Booting or MyLogo Support Support lists links to ASUS support web sites and contact information ASUS Desktop PC 61 ENGLISH ...

Page 62: ...Select a device and click the left right buttons to modify the boot sequence MyLogo ASUS MyLogo allows you to customize the boot logo The boot logo is the image that appears on screen during the Power On Self Tests POST 62 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ENGLISH ...

Page 63: ...IOS boot logo only Before selecting the first option download the BIOS file to your computer using ASUS Update 2 Click Browse to locate the picture file that you want to use as the boot logo and the downloaded BIOS if required and then click Run 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process ASUS Desktop PC 63 ENGLISH ...

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Page 65: ...r 2 Do the following based on the operating system OnWindows 7 a Click Applications tab b Select the program that is not responding then click EndTask OnWindows 10 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 on the top of your chassis until the computer shuts down Then press t...

Page 66: ...or 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 comp...

Page 67: ...g Only the drive whereWindows is installed Just remove my files and click Reset By default your personal files apps and settings are stored in the system volume eg C ensure to move them to a data volume eg D or E before resetting your system 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 ...

Page 68: ...n click If it is not muted click and drag the slider to adjust the volume Connect your speakers to another computer to test if the speakers are working properly The DVD drive cannot read a disc Check if the disc is placed with the label side facing up Check if the disc is centered in the tray especially for the discs with non standard size or shape Check if the disc is scratched or damaged The DVD...

Page 69: ... 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 about installing another PSU on your computer ASUS...

Page 70: ...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 71: ...tem 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 module problems Replace wi...

Page 72: ...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...

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Page 75: ...ng installing via ODD and USB device 1 Ensure that you have the following ASUS Support DVD included with your Desktop PC package Windows 7 installation source copied to a formatted USB storage device with 8GB or more capacity Optical disk drive ODD 2 Connect the USB storage device containing the Windows 7 installer 3 Insert the ASUS support DVD into the ODD of your Desktop PC 4 Turn on your Deskto...

Page 76: ...ce with 8GB or more capacity Internal external Optical Disk Drive ODD Use your desktop or notebook PC for steps 2 to 4 Use your ASUS Desktop PC for steps 5 to 9 2 In your computer connect an external ODD and insert the Windows 7 installation DVD in it 3 Connect another external ODD to the same computer and insert the ASUS Support DVD in it From the support DVD launch ASUS EZ Installer 4 Select any...

Page 77: ...dows 7 OS disk to USB storage device a Select Windows 7 OS disk to USB storage device then click Next b Check I agree and then click Next c Select the source of the Windows 7 installation disk then click Next ...

Page 78: ...splayed Click Yes to clear the contents on the USB storage device and create a bootable USB device The USB storage device will be formatted so ensure that you have backed up your data from it f Once completed click OK to finish Windows 7 OS disk to ISO file a Select Windows 7 OS disk to ISO file then click Next ...

Page 79: ...79 b Check I agree and then click Next c Select the source of the Windows 7 installation disk then click Next d Select the folder to save the modified Windows 7 installation ISO file and click Next ...

Page 80: ...To start for the first time 1 Turn your computer on Wait for a few minutes until the Set UpWindows 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 4 Key in uniques names for the user name and computer name then click Next 5 Key in the necessary information to set u...

Page 81: ...er 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 1 From the Windows taskbar click the Start icon to launch the Start menu 2 Select Getting Started The list of available ...

Page 82: ...then select Unpin from this list Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar To pin programs on the Start menu or taskbar 1 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 toTaskbar or Pin to Start menu You may also right click on the icon of a running program on the taskbar then select P...

Page 83: ...n it For more details refer to the section UsingWindows 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 2 Click Customize 3 From the dropdown list select the behaviors for the icons or it...

Page 84: ...lider 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 1 Launch Windows Explorer 2 From the Arrange by field click to display the dropdown list 3 Select your preferred arrangement type Sorting your files To sort your files 1 Launch Windows Explorer 2 Right c...

Page 85: ...e as your backup mode If you select LetWindows 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...

Page 86: ...he task that you want to do UsingWindows Update Windows Update allows you to check and install the latest updates to enhance the security and performance of your computer LaunchingWindows Update To launchWindows Update 1 From the Windows taskbar click the Start icon to launch the Start menu 2 Select All Programs Windows Update 3 From the Windows Update screen click the task that you want to do Set...

Page 87: ...from virus It is purchased separately You have a 30 day trial period after activating it To activateTrend Micro Internet Security 1 Run the Trend Micro Internet Security application 2 Carefully read the license terms Click Agree Activate 3 Input your e mail address and select your location Click Next 4 Click Finish to complete the activation GettingWindows Help and Support Windows Help and Support...

Page 88: ...your Desktop PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with the recovery process Using the system recovery partition 1 Press F9 during bootup 2 Highlight Windows Setup EMS Enabled and press Enter 3 From the Recover system to a partition screen click Next 4 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process Visit the ASUS website at www asus com for updated drivers...

Page 89: ... important data before the system recovery 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 Visit the ASUS website at www asus com for updated drivers and utilities ...

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Page 91: ... the power button on your Desktop PC Wait for a few minutes until the setup screen appears 2 From the setup screen pick your region and language that you want to use on your desktop PC 3 Carefully read the License Terms then tap I Accept 4 Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items Personalize Get online Settings Your account 5 Wait until Windows 10 finishes installing...

Page 92: ...apps people or websites You can launch the Start menu in two ways Click the Start button from the lower left corner of the taskbar Press the Windows Start key on your keyboard Pinning apps to the Start screen or taskbar To pin an app to the Start screen or taskbar 1 From the Start menu click All apps then select the app that you want to pin 2 Click Pin to Start or Pin to taskbar to pin your select...

Page 93: ...access Some apps require signing in to your Microsoft account before they are fully launched Click to restore the Start screen Moving apps on the Start screen You can move apps from the Start screen simply through dragging and dropping the app to your preferred location Unpinning apps from the Start screen To unpin an app from the Start screen right click on the app to activate its settings bar th...

Page 94: ...rt screen or taskbar right click the app you want to unpin 2 Click Unpin from Start or Unpin this program from taskbar to remove the app from the Start screen or taskbar Using theTaskView When you have several running apps you can click from the taskbar to display all your running apps and click on an app or item to launch it If task view is disabled click ShowTaskView button to display the task v...

Page 95: ...p PC s mouse or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen Using your mouse a Launch an app then drag and release on a screen corner to snap it in place b Snap another app to your preferred location on the screen Using your keyboard a Launch an app press and the arrow keys to select the direction where you want to snap the app in place b Snap another app using and the arrow keys ...

Page 96: ...unning app D Launches the desktop E Launches File Explorer F or W Activates the File search function H Launches Share I Launches Settings K Launches Media Connect L Activates the Lock screen M Hides all currently active screens to the taskbar P Your desktop PC is mirrored to your secondary monitor Q Launches Cortana R Launches the Run window U Launches Ease of Access Center X Launches a menu box o...

Page 97: ...allingWindows 10 Restoring your PC to its original factory settings can be done using the Remove everything and reinstall options in PC Settings Refer 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 From the Start menu click Settings Update security Recovery 2 Scroll down to view the Remove everything and reinstallWin...

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