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Contents

Chapter 1:

Getting started

Chapter 2:

Connecting devices to your computer

Connecting a USB storage device ............................................................................................21
Connecting microphone and speakers ..................................................................................22
Changing to the external audio output .................................................................................25

Chapter 3:

Using your computer

Proper posture when using your Desktop PC ......................................................................26
Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS............................................................................27
Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS ......................................................28

Chapter 4:

Connecting to the Internet

Wired connection ...........................................................................................................................29

Chapter 5:

Using ASUS Business Manager

ASUS Business Manager ..............................................................................................................33

Chapter 6:

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................42

Appendix:

Windows

10 User Manual

Starting for the first time .............................................................................................................51
Using the Windows

10 UI ...........................................................................................................52

Keyboard shortcuts .......................................................................................................................56

ASUS contact information

ASUS contact information ...........................................................................................................58

Summary of Contents for D940MX

Page 1: ...ASUS Desktop PC D940MX User Guide ...

Page 2: ...ULAR 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 SPECIFICATION...

Page 3: ...onnecting microphone and speakers 22 Changing to the external audio output 25 Chapter 3 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 26 Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS 27 Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS 28 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection 29 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ASUS Business Manager 33 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Tr...

Page 4: ...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 5: ...st réservée uniquement pour une utilisation à l intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux CAN ICES 3 B NMB 3 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 Cana...

Page 6: ... register the result to VCCI India E Waste Management Rules 2016 This product complies with the India E Waste 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 exempti...

Page 7: ...er category 2 Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy The radiated output power of the Wi Fi technology is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless it is advised to use the wireless equipment in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized FCC BluetoothWireless Compliance The antenna used with this transmitter must not be colocated or operate...

Page 8: ... attempt to disassemble or repair the optical drive by yourself For your safety contact a professional technician for assistance Service warning label WARNING INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS CDRH Regulations The Center for Devices and Radiological Health CDRH of the U S Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for las...

Page 9: ...wer 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 broke...

Page 10: ...ครื องวิทยุคมนาคม และสถานีวิทยุ คมนาคมที ได รับยกเว นไม ต องได รับใบอนุญาต วิทยุคมนาคม ตามพระราชบัญญัติวิทยุ คมนาคม พ ศ 2498 แบบที 2 เครื องวิทยุคมนาคมที ต องได รับยก เครื องวิทยุคมนาคมนี ได รับยกเว น ไม ต องได รับ ใบอนุญาตให มี ใช ซึ งเครื องวิทยุคมนาคม หรือตั งสถานีวิทยุคมนาคมตามประกาศ กสทช เรื อง เครื องวิทยุคมนาคม และสถานีวิทยุ คมนาคมที ได รับยกเว นไม ต องได รับใบอนุญาต วิทยุคมนาคม ตามพระราชบั...

Page 11: ...r retailer The illustrated items above are for reference only Actual product specifications may vary with different models ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Optional Mouse x1 Optional Installation Guide Power cord x1 Power adapter x1 2nd adapter x1 Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 ...

Page 12: ...ll 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 Front panel ENGLISH ASUS Desktop PC 12 Chapter 1 Getting started ...

Page 13: ...4096 x 2304 60Hz with bit depth of 24 Max Power 5Vdc 3A USB 3 1 Gen 2 ports These 9 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are for USB 3 1 Gen 2 devices We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3 1 Gen 2 devices to USB 3 1 Gen 2 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3 1 Gen 2 devices LED indicator Status LED indication Blue light CPU load 90 White light CPU load 90 White breathing lig...

Page 14: ...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 Lime Front panel Side Speaker Out HDMI port T...

Page 15: ...connects to a 280W adapter Power jack 2 This port connects to a 280W adapter Adapter rating for both power jacks 280W Input rating 100 240Vac 3 2A 50 60Hz Output rating 20Vdc 14A For stable system performance we recommend that you use two power adapters If the system failed to start unplug the power adapter and plug it back in and then try restarting the system If the system still failed to boot u...

Page 16: ...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 power source The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models 16 Chapter 1 Getting sta...

Page 17: ...rear panel of your computer 2 Plug the monitor to a power source 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 for details ASUS ...

Page 18: ... USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer Connecting the power cord A Connect the power adapter to the power connector and plug it into a power socket B Press the power button on the power strip to turn it on B A A 18 Chapter 1 Getting started ENGLISH ...

Page 19: ...ktop 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 3 Turn on your computer 4 From the Start menu click Settings System Display 5 Configure the settings for your displays For some graphic cards ...

Page 20: ... your computer after setting up your 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 20 Chapter 1 Getting started ENGLISH ...

Page 21: ...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 3 1 Gen 1 and USB 3 1 Gen 2 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 21 ENGLISH Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer Rear panel ...

Page 22: ... 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 speaker from the Control...

Page 23: ...Connecting 4 1 channel Speakers Connecting 5 1 channel Speakers ASUS Desktop PC 23 ENGLISH ...

Page 24: ...Connecting 7 1 channel Speakers LINE OUT 24 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer ENGLISH ...

Page 25: ...l 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 screenshots above are for reference only ASU...

Page 26: ...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 27: ...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 ASUS Desktop PC 27 ENGLISH ...

Page 28: ... 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 then p...

Page 29: ...he LAN RJ 45 port on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to a DSL cable modem Modem RJ 45 cable 3 Turn on the DSL cable modem and your computer 4 Configure the necessary Internet connection settings Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection For more details refer to the sections Configuring a dynamic IP PPPoE network connectio...

Page 30: ...LAN 2 Turn on your computer 3 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 LAN RJ 45 cable 30 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ...

Page 31: ...Center b 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 5 Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE conn...

Page 32: ...ctions to complete the setup Configuring a static IP network connection To configure a static IP network connection 1 Repeat steps 1 to 4 of the previous section 2 Click Use the following IP address 3 Enter the IP address Subnet mask and Gateway from your service provider 4 If needed enter the preferred DNS Server address and alternative address 5 When done click OK 32 Chapter 4 Connecting to the ...

Page 33: ...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 33 ENGLISH Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ...

Page 34: ...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 34 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ENGLISH ...

Page 35: ...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 35 ENGLISH ...

Page 36: ...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 36 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ENGLISH ...

Page 37: ... 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 37 ENGLISH ...

Page 38: ...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 38 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ENGLISH ...

Page 39: ...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 39 ENGLISH ...

Page 40: ...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 40 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ENGLISH ...

Page 41: ...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 41 ENGLISH ...

Page 42: ... 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 the top of 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 select...

Page 43: ...monitor is plugged to a power source properly Refer to the documentation that came with your monitor for more troubleshooting information When using multiple monitors only one monitor has display Ensure that the both monitors are powered on During POST only the monitor connected to the VGA port has display The dual display function works only under Windows When a graphics card is installed on your...

Page 44: ...o 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 it is ...

Page 45: ...ted 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 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 ...

Page 46: ... 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 using ano...

Page 47: ...s 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 with ...

Page 48: ...d the latest BIOS versions Computer is too noisy when in use The CPU fan has been replaced Ensure that you are using a compatible or ASUS recommended CPU fan There is not enough air ventilation for the computer Ensure that your computer is working in an area with good air flow The system temperature is too high Update the BIOS If you know how to reinstall the motherboard try to clean the inner spa...

Page 50: ...ENGLISH ...

Page 51: ...ings of your Windows 10 operating system To start your Desktop PC for the first time 1 Press the power button on your Desktop PC Wait for a few minutes until the setup screen appears 2 From the setup screen pick 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 it...

Page 52: ...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 53: ...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 54: ... 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 vie...

Page 55: ...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 56: ...ning 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 of ...

Page 57: ...ing 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 reinstallWindows option Under this option click Get started Launches the magnifier and zooms in your screen Zooms ou...

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