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ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental 

Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy helping 

us all save money and protect the environment through energy 

efficient products and practices. 

All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the 

ENERGY 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.energystar.gov/powermanagement for detail information on 

power management and its benefits to the environment. In addition, please visit http://

www.energystar.gov for detail information on the ENERGY STAR joint program.

*Note: Energy Star is NOT supported on Freedos and Linux-based products.

Where to find more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.

 

ASUS website

 

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 https://www.asus.com/support/contact for the contact information of 

local Technical Support Engineer. 

Summary of Contents for D500SD

Page 1: ...ASUS Desktop PC User Guide D700SD S700SD D700SDES M700SD D700SD_CZ D500SD S500SD D500SDES M500SD D500SD_CZ ...

Page 2: ...S DIRECTORS OFFICERS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS LOSS OF USE OR DATA INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MA...

Page 3: ...rs 28 Changing to the external audio output 34 Connecting multiple external displays 35 Connecting an HDTV 36 Chapter 3 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 37 Using the memory card reader Optional 38 Using the optical drive on selected models only 39 Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS 40 Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS 41 Chapter 4 Connecting to ...

Page 4: ... Working withWindows Starting for the first time 59 Start menu 59 Windows apps 60 Connecting to wireless networks 60 Connecting to wired networks 61 Turning your computer off 61 Putting your computer to sleep 61 ...

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: ...canaux CAN ICES 003 B NMB 003 B 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 con...

Page 7: ...Management Rules 2016 and prohibits use of lead mercury hexavalent chromium polybrominated biphenyls PBBs and polybrominated diphenyl ethers PBDEs in concentrations exceeding 0 1 by weight in homogenous materials and 0 01 by weight in homogenous materials for cadmium except for the exemptions listed in Schedule II of the Rule Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus d...

Page 8: ...r 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 numérique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada Simplified EU Declaration of Conformit...

Page 9: ...on August 2 1976 These regulations apply to laser products manufactured from August 1 1976 Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States WARNING Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein or in the laser product installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure Optical Drive Safety Information Laser Safety Informat...

Page 10: ...ctrical shock hazard disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit Ensure that your power supply 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 powe...

Page 11: ... Hazardous Moving PartsWarning WARNING Keep fingers and other body parts away from any moving parts CAUTION DO NOT loosen the thumb screws to access the internal area of your device If service or repair is required return your device to an authorized service center WARNING Hot Internal replaceable parts and iron parts may cause burns Do not ingest battery Chemical Burn Hazard This product contains...

Page 12: ... Please visit http www energystar gov powermanagement for detail information on power management and its benefits to the environment In addition please visit http www energystar gov for detail information on the ENERGY STAR joint program Note Energy Star is NOT supported on Freedos and Linux based products Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and...

Page 13: ...ted items above are for reference only Actual product specifications may vary with different models ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Optional Mouse x1 Optional Power cord x1 Support DVD x1 Optional Recovery DVD x1 Optional Installation Guide ASUS mouse pad x 1 Optional Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 ...

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Page 15: ... a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your ASUS Desktop PC The Desktop PC does not support Windows 7 operating system ASUS is not responsible for any loss or damage incurred by installing Window 7 Be careful when handling the desktop PC to prevent the risk of injury IMPORTANT Do not use this Desktop PC for cryptocurrency mining consuming a...

Page 16: ...t to USB 3 2 Gen 2 devices such as a mouse printer scanner camera PDA and others 7 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 8 USB 3 2 Gen 2Type C port The Universal Serial Bus 3 2 Gen 2 USB 3 2 Gen 2 Type C port connects to USB 3 2 Gen 2 Type C devices The output voltage of the USB 3 2 Gen 2 Type C p...

Page 17: ...ts connect to USB 3 2 Gen 1 devices such as a mouse printer scanner camera PDA and others 6 USB 3 2 Gen 2 ports The Universal Serial Bus 3 2 Gen 2 USB 3 2 Gen 2 ports connect to USB 3 2 Gen 2 devices such as a mouse printer scanner camera PDA and others 7 IC smart card SD card reader optional Insert a smart card or SD card into the appropriate slot 8 Optical disk drive indicator The LED lights up ...

Page 18: ...ray and other protected content 6 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 7 Microphone port pink This port connects to a microphone 8 Line Out port lime This port connects to a headphone or speaker In a 4 5 1 or 7 1 channel configuration the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out 9 Line In ...

Page 19: ...he expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card 12 Parallel port optional This 25 pin port connects a parallel printer a scanner or other devices 13 LAN RJ 45 port This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network LAN through a network hub LAN port LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description OFF No link OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE Linked...

Page 20: ... 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 6 Microphone port pink This port connects to a microphone 7 Line Out port lime This port connects to a headphone or speaker In a 4 5 1 or 7 1 channel configuration the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out 8 Line In port light blue This port connect...

Page 21: ...e expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card 11 Parallel port optional This 25 pin port connects a parallel printer a scanner or other devices 12 LAN RJ 45 port This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network LAN through a network hub LAN port LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description OFF No link OFF 10Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ...

Page 22: ...g an external monitor 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 monitor to a display output port on the rear panel of your computer 2 Plug the monitor to a power source D700SD S700SD D700SDES M700SD D700SD_CZ 22 Chapter 1 Getting started ENGLISH ...

Page 23: ...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 of this guide for details D500SD S500SD D500SDES M500SD D500SD_CZ ASUS Desktop PC 23 ENGLISH ...

Page 24: ...d and a USB mouse Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer D700SD S700SD D700SDES M700SD D700SD_CZ D500SD S500SD D500SDES M500SD D500SD_CZ 24 Chapter 1 Getting started ENGLISH ...

Page 25: ...wer connector on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to a power source For safety purposes ONLY connect the power cord to a grounded electrical outlet D700SD S700SD D700SDES M700SD D700SD_CZ D500SD S500SD D500SDES M500SD D500SD_CZ ASUS Desktop PC 25 ENGLISH ...

Page 26: ...urning 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 D700SD S700SD D700SDES M700SD D700SD_CZ D500SD S500SD D500SDES M500SD D500SD_CZ Power button 26 Chapter 1 Getting started ENGLISH ...

Page 27: ... connect USB devices such 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 3 2 Gen 2 Type C USB 3 2 Gen 1 USB 3 2 Gen 2 and USB 2 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 ASUS Desktop PC 27 ENGLI...

Page 28: ...rnal 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 the internal speaker from the Control Panel D700SD S700SD D700SDES ...

Page 29: ...Connecting Headphone and Mic D700SD S700SD D700SDES M700SD D700SD_CZ ASUS Desktop PC 29 ENGLISH ...

Page 30: ...D500SD S500SD D500SDES M500SD D500SD_CZ 30 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer ENGLISH ...

Page 31: ...Connecting 2 channel Speakers LINE OUT Connecting 4 channel Speakers LINE OUT ASUS Desktop PC 31 ENGLISH ...

Page 32: ...Connecting 7 1 channel Speakers LINE OUT D700SD S700SD D700SDES M700SD D700SD_CZ Connecting 5 1 channel Speakers LINE OUT 32 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer ENGLISH ...

Page 33: ...LINE OUT D500SD S500SD D500SDES M500SD D500SD_CZ ASUS Desktop PC 33 ENGLISH ...

Page 34: ...external audio output 1 Connect an external audio device such 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 sc...

Page 35: ...n off your computer 2 Connect the two monitors to your computer and connect the power cords to the monitors Refer to the Setting up your computer section in Chapter 1 for details on how to connect a monitor to your computer 3 Turn on your computer 4 From the Start menu click Settings System Display 5 Configure the settings for your displays For some graphics cards only the monitor that is set to b...

Page 36: ...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 D700SD S700SD D700SDES M700SD D700SD_CZ D500SD S500SD D500SDES M500SD D500SD_CZ 36 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer ENGLISH ...

Page 37: ...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 38: ...e 2 Select a program from the AutoPlay window to access your files 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 3 When finished right click the memory card drive icon on the Computer screen click Eject and th...

Page 39: ... from the AutoPlay window to access your files 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 on the drive bay cover From the Start menu click File Explorer right click the CD DVD drive icon and click Eject 2 Remove the disc from the disc tray If AutoPlay is NOT enabled in your computer to access the d...

Page 40: ... BIOS Setup at startup 2 From the BIOS Setup EZ Mode screen press F7 to enter the Advanced Mode From the Advanced Mode screen click Advanced Mode Security I O Interface Security USB Interface Security USB 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 ...

Page 41: ...lick Exit and select Save Changes 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 1 Follow steps 1 and 2 of the previous section to open the HDD Password screen 2 Select the Set Master Password item and press Enter 3 From the Enter Current Password box key in the current password then press Ent...

Page 42: ...42 Chapter 3 Using your computer ENGLISH ...

Page 43: ...a DSL cable modem or a local area network LAN 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 Refer to the documentation that came with your DSL cable modem Modem RJ 45 cable D700SD S700SD D700SDES M700SD D700SD_CZ ASUS Desktop PC 43 ENGLISH Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet ...

Page 44: ...mputer 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 sections Configuring a dynamic IP PPPoE network connection or Configuring a static IP network connection D500SD S500SD D500SDES M500SD D500SD_CZ Modem RJ 45 cable D700SD S700SD D700SDES M700SD D700SD_CZ 44 Ch...

Page 45: ...sistance 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 LAN RJ 45 cable D500SD S500SD D500SDES M500SD D500SD_CZ Installing theWi Fi antenna D700SD S700SD D700SDES M700SD D700SD_CZ ASUS Desktop PC 45 ENGLISH ...

Page 46: ... may vary with models but the Wi Fi antenna installation procedure is the same for all models Configuring a dynamic IP PPPoE network connection To configure a dynamic IP PPPoE network connection 1 Launch Network and Sharing Center in either of these two ways a From the taskbar right click then click Open Network and Sharing Center b From the Start menu click Settings Network Internet Ethernet Netw...

Page 47: ...y and click OK Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection 7 Select Connect to the Internet and click Next 6 Return to the Network and Sharing Center and then click Set up a new connection or network ASUS Desktop PC 47 ENGLISH ...

Page 48: ... 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 48 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ...

Page 49: ... set of tools for customizing and maintaining your ASUS computer For detailed information please refer to https www asus com support FAQ 1042634 The URL may be changed without notice ASUS Desktop PC 49 ENGLISH Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ...

Page 50: ...50 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ENGLISH ...

Page 51: ...t are not responding 1 Simultaneously press Alt Ctrl Delete keys on the keyboard then click Task Manager 2 Select the program that is not responding then click EndTask If the keyboard is not responding press and hold the Power button on your chassis until the computer shuts down Then press the Power button to turn it on I cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUSWLAN Card on selected mod...

Page 52: ...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 53: ...uce 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 If it is muted the volume icon is displayed as To enable the system sounds click from the Windows notification area then click If i...

Page 54: ...nsure 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 Display Problem Possible Cause Action No display output after turning the computer on Black screen The signal cable is not connected to the correct VGA port on your computer Connect the signal cable to the corre...

Page 55: ...r ISP for the correct LAN settings Problems caused by the anti virus software Close the anti virus software Driver problems Reinstall the LAN driver Audio Problem Possible Cause Action No Audio Speaker or headphone is connected to the wrong port Refer to your computer s User Guide for the correct port Disconnect and reconnect the speaker to your computer Speaker or headphone does not work Try usin...

Page 56: ...reezes 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 with compatible memory modules Remove the extra memory modules that you have installed then try again Contact the ASUS Service Center for assistance There is not enough air ventilation for your computer Move your computer to an area ...

Page 57: ... 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 space of...

Page 58: ...58 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting ENGLISH ...

Page 59: ...ocess Once the setup process is complete the Desktop appears The screenshots in this chapter are for reference only Start menu The Start menu is the main gateway to your computer s programs Windows apps folders and settings You can use the Start menu to do these common activities Start programs or Windows apps Open commonly used programs or Windows apps Adjust computer settings Get help with the W...

Page 60: ...net and share applications via social networking sites using your computer s Wi Fi connection ConnectingWi Fi Connect your computer to a Wi Fi network by using the following steps 1 Click Tap the Wi Fi icon from the taskbar to enable Wi Fi 2 Select an access point from the list of available Wi Fi connections 3 Select Connect to start the network connection You may be prompted to enter a security k...

Page 61: ...procedures Launch the Start menu select the power icon then select Shut down to do a normal shutdown From the log in screen select the power icon then select Shut down Press to launch Shut Down Windows Select Shut down from the drop down list then select OK If your computer is unresponsive press and hold the power button for at least four 4 seconds until your computer turns off Putting your comput...

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