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Front panel

D540MA

SD/MMC/MS

Smart Card

Power button.

Press this button to turn on your computer.

Microphone port.

This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone.

Headphone port.

This Line In (lime) port connects a headphone with a stereo mini-

plug.

Optical disk drive (optional).

This optical disk drive reads or writes data to or from

optical discs.

Optical disk drive eject button (optional).

Press this button to eject the optical disk

drive tray.

Memory card readers (optional)

. This area contains one or more memory card reader

slots.

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 3.1 gen1 port.

The Universal Serial Bus 3.1 gen1 (USB 3.1 gen1) port connects to

USB 3.1 gen1 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.

Chapter 1: Getting started

ENGLISH

Summary of Contents for D540MA

Page 1: ...ASUS Desktop PC User Guide D540MA D540MB D540SA SD MM C MS Smart Card SD MMC MS Smart Card D540MC ...

Page 2: ...TICULAR 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 SPECIFICAT...

Page 3: ...microphone and speakers 38 Changing to the external audio output 42 Connecting multiple external displays 43 Chapter 3 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 45 Using the memory card reader optional 46 Using the optical drive on selected models only 47 Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS 48 Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS 49 Chapter 4 Connecting to t...

Page 4: ... first time 84 Using Windows 7 desktop 85 Managing your files and folders 87 Restoring your system settings 89 Protecting your computer 90 Getting Windows Help and Support 91 Recovering your system 92 Chapter 2 UsingWindows 10 Starting for the first time 95 Using the Windows 10 UI 96 Keyboard shortcuts 100 ASUS contact information ASUS contact information 102 ...

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: ...x normes CNR d Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence Son utilisation est sujette aux deux conditions suivantes 1 cet appareil ne doit pas créer d interférences et 2 cet appareil doit tolérer tout type d interférences y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l appareil Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital appa...

Page 7: ...ireless 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 numérique de la Class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règl...

Page 8: ...nagement 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 Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity ASUSTek Computer Inc hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential require...

Page 9: ...STRUMENTS CDRH Regulations The Center for Devices and Radiological Health CDRH of the U S Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for laser products 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 t...

Page 10: ...in environments with ambient temperatures between 5 C 41 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 ex...

Page 11: ...on on ASUS hardware and software products Refer to the ASUS website www asus com ASUS LocalTechnical Support Visit ASUS website at https www asus com support 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 ...

Page 12: ...are for reference only Actual product specifications may vary with different models SD MMC MS Smart Card 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 13: ...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 13 Chapter 1 Getting started ...

Page 14: ...ical discs Optical disk drive eject button optional Press this button to eject the optical disk drive tray Memory card readers optional This area contains one or more memory card reader slots 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 1 gen1 port The Universal Serial Bus 3 1 gen1 USB 3 1 gen1 por...

Page 15: ...USB 3 1 gen1 orType C port only for data transfer The Universal Serial Bus 3 1 gen1 USB 3 1 gen1 or Type C port connects to USB 3 1 gen1 or Type C devices such as a mouse printer scanner camera PDA and others D540MB 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 Power button Press this button to turn on your computer Microphone p...

Page 16: ...lation USB 3 1 gen1 devices can only be used as data storage only We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3 1 gen1 devices to USB 3 1 gen1 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3 1 gen1 devices USB 3 1 gen1 orType C port only for data transfer The Universal Serial Bus 3 1 gen1 USB 3 1 gen1 or Type C port connects to USB 3 1 gen1 or Type C devices such as a mouse printer scanner c...

Page 17: ... scanner camera PDA and others DO NOT connect a keyboard mouse to any USB 3 1 gen1 port when installing Windows operating system Due to USB 3 1 gen1 controller limitations USB 3 1 gen1 devices can only be used under a Windows OS environment and after USB 3 1 gen1 driver installation USB 3 1 gen1 devices can only be used as data storage only We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3 1 gen1 devic...

Page 18: ...y card reader slots Microphone port This Mic pink port connects a microphone Headphone port This Line In lime port connects a headphone with a stereo mini plug 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 1 gen1 orType C port only for data transfer The Universal Serial Bus 3 1 gen1 USB 3 1 gen1 or ...

Page 19: ...1 gen1 devices can only be used under a Windows OS environment and after USB 3 1 gen1 driver installation USB 3 1 gen1 devices can only be used as data storage only We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3 1 gen1 devices to USB 3 1 gen1 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3 1 gen1 devices Rear panel D540MA Power connector Plug the power cord to this connector RATING 115 230Vac...

Page 20: ...ultimedia Interface HDMI connector and is 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 a microphone Line Out port lime This port connects a headphone or a speaker In 4 1 channel 5 1 chan...

Page 21: ... a printer to this LPT Line Printing Terminal connector 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 port This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network LAN through a network hub LAN port LED indications ...

Page 22: ...ort is for a PS 2 keyboard USB 3 0 ports These Universal Serial Bus 3 0 USB 3 0 ports connect to USB 3 0 devices such as a mouse printer scanner camera PDA and others DO NOT connect a keyboard mouse to any USB 3 0 port when installing a Windows operating system Windows 7 requires USB 3 0 driver to be installed before using USB 3 0 devices We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3 0 devices to U...

Page 23: ...e 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 configuration Port Headset 2 1 channel 4 1 channel 5 1 channel 7 1 channel Light Blue Rear panel Line In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker 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 Fr...

Page 24: ...rt is for pointing devices or other serial devices Air vents These vents allow air ventilation 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 D540MC Power connector Plug the power cord to this connector RATING 115 230Vac 50 60Hz 6 3A or 220 230Vac 50Hz 3A or 230Vac 50Hz 3A or 100 1...

Page 25: ...rts connect to USB 2 0 devices such as a mouse printer scanner camera PDA and others Microphone port pink This port connects a microphone Line Out port 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...

Page 26: ...PT connector on selected models only Connect a parallel device such as a printer to this LPT Line Printing Terminal connector Serial ports on selected models only These COM ports are for pointing devices or other serial devices Serial port This COM port is for pointing devices or other serial devices Air vents These vents allow air ventilation DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis Always provi...

Page 27: ...en 2 Gen 1 ports are controlled by the xHCI controller Some legacy USB devices must update their firmware for better compatibility We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3 1 Gen 2 devices to USB 3 1 Gen 2 ports for faster and better performance from your USB 3 1 Gen 2 devices DVI D port This port is for any DVI D compatible device DVI D can not be converted to output from RGB Signal to CRT and...

Page 28: ...ear Speaker Out Rear Speaker 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 LA...

Page 29: ...vices 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 t...

Page 30: ...anel of your computer 2 Plug the monitor to a power source D540MA D540MB D540MC If your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card the graphics card is set as the primary display device in the BIOS Hence connect your monitor to a display output port on the graphics card To connect multiple external monitors to your computer refer to Connecting multiple external display in Chapter 2 of this guide fo...

Page 31: ...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 DVI D540MA D540MB D540MC ASUS Desktop PC 31 ENGLISH ...

Page 32: ...onnecting the power cord Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to a power source D540MA D540SA 32 Chapter 1 Getting started ENGLISH ...

Page 33: ...D540MB D540MC D540SA ASUS Desktop PC 33 ENGLISH ...

Page 34: ...r 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 D540MA D540MB SD MMC MS Smart Card D540SA SD MMC MS Smart Card Power button Power button Power button D540MC 34 Chapter 1 Getting started ENGLISH ...

Page 35: ... the USB storage device to your computer Front panel 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 SD MMC M S Smart Card SD MMC MS Smart Card SD MMC MS Smart Card D540MA D540MB D540SA D540MC ASUS Desktop PC 35 ENGLISH Chapter 2 Connect...

Page 36: ...D540MA D540MB D540SA D540MC 36 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer ENGLISH Rear panel ...

Page 37: ...the 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 38: ...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 the internal...

Page 39: ...D540SA SD MMC MS Smart Card SD MMC MS Smart Card D540MC ASUS Desktop PC 39 ENGLISH ...

Page 40: ...Connecting 4 1 channel Speakers LINE OUT Connecting 2 1 channel Speakers LINE OUT 40 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer ENGLISH ...

Page 41: ...Connecting 5 1 channel Speakers LINE OUT Connecting 7 1 channel Speakers LINE OUT SD MMC MS Smart Card ASUS Desktop PC 41 ENGLISH ...

Page 42: ... 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 42 Chapter 2 C...

Page 43: ... can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of your main display or as an extension to enlarge your Windows desktop To set up multiple displays 1 Turn off your computer 2 Connect the two monitors to your computer and connect the power cords to the monitors Refer to Setting up your computer section in Chapter 1 for details on how to connect a monitor to your computer D540MA SD MMC M S Smart Card...

Page 44: ...play 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 D540SA SD MMC MS Smart Card D540MC 44 Chapter 1 Getting started ENGLISH ...

Page 45: ...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 46: ...is NOT enabled 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 Explor...

Page 47: ... from the AutoPlay window to access your files If 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 followi...

Page 48: ...s 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 48 Chapter 3 Using your computer EN...

Page 49: ...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...

Page 50: ...50 Chapter 3 Using your computer ENGLISH ...

Page 51: ...o connect 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 Modem RJ 45 cable D540MA ASUS Desktop PC 51 ENGLISH Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet ...

Page 52: ...D540MB Modem RJ 45 cable D540SA Modem RJ 45 cable D540MC Modem RJ 45 cable 52 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ...

Page 53: ... 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 LAN RJ 45 cable D540MA D540MB LAN RJ 45 cable ASUS Desktop PC 53 ENGLISH ...

Page 54: ...inistrator 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 D540MC LAN RJ 45 cable D540SA LAN RJ 45 cable 54 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ...

Page 55: ...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 56: ... 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 56 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ...

Page 57: ... 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 57 ENGLISH ...

Page 58: ...a wireless 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 D540SA 58 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ...

Page 59: ...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 59 ENGLISH Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ...

Page 60: ...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 60 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ENGLISH ...

Page 61: ...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 61 ENGLISH ...

Page 62: ...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 62 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ENGLISH ...

Page 63: ... 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 63 ENGLISH ...

Page 64: ...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 64 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ENGLISH ...

Page 65: ...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 65 ENGLISH ...

Page 66: ...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 66 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ENGLISH ...

Page 67: ...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 67 ENGLISH ...

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Page 69: ...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 70: ...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 71: ...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 72: ...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 73: ... 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 74: ...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 75: ...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 76: ...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 space...

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Page 79: ...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 80: ...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 81: ...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 82: ...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 83: ...83 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 84: ...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 85: ...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 86: ...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 87: ...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 88: ...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 89: ...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 90: ...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 91: ...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 92: ...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 93: ... 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 95: ... 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 96: ...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 97: ...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 98: ...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 99: ...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 100: ...running 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 ...

Page 101: ...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...

Page 102: ...OMPUTER INTERNATIONAL America Address 48720 Kato Rd Fremont CA 94538 USA Telephone 1 510 739 3777 Fax 1 510 608 4555 Web site http www asus com us Technical Support Support fax 1 812 284 0883 Telephone 1 812 282 2787 Online support http qr asus com techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Germany and Austria Address Harkort Str 21 23 D 40880 Ratingen Germany Fax 49 2102 959931 Web site http www asus com de Onl...

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