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Windows

®

 UI

Windows® 8.1 comes with a tile-based user interface (UI) which allows 

you to organize and easily access Windows® apps from the Start screen. 

It also includes the following features that you can use while working 

on your ASUS All-in-One PC.

Start screen

The Start screen appears after  successfully signing in to your user 

account. It helps organize all the applications you need in just one 

place.

Windows® Apps

These are apps pinned on the Start screen and displayed on tiled-format 

for easy access.

NOTE: 

Some apps require signing in to your Microsoft account before 

they are fully launched.

Summary of Contents for ET2040I

Page 1: ...ET2040I User Guide ...

Page 2: ...BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT Copyright 2014 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC All Rights Reserved LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Circumstances may arise where because of a default on ASUS part or other liability you are entitled to recover damages from A...

Page 3: ...are Setup Getting to know your ASUS All in One PC 13 Front view 13 Top side 14 Left side 15 Right side 15 Rear view 17 Chapter 2 Using your ASUS All in One PC Positioning your ASUS All in One PC 19 Setting up your ASUS All in One PC 21 Connecting the wireless keyboard and mouse optional 21 Powering on the system 22 Chapter 3 Working withWindows 8 1 Starting for the first time 25 Windows UI 26 Star...

Page 4: ... 45 Setting up a Wi Fi connection in Windows 8 1 45 Configuring your Wi Fi bandwidth 46 Wired connection 47 Setting up a Bluetooth Wireless Connection 49 Turning your ASUS All in One PC off 50 Putting your ASUS All in One PC on sleep mode 50 Chapter 4 Recovering your system Entering the BIOS Setup 51 Quickly enter the BIOS 51 Recovering your system 52 Resetting your PC 52 Recovering from a system ...

Page 5: ... 58 Radio Frequency RF Exposure Information 58 Declaration of Conformity R TTE directive 1999 5 EC 59 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains 59 CE Mark Warning 60 CE marking for devices without wireless LAN Bluetooth 60 CE marking for devices with wireless LAN Bluetooth 60 REACH 62 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration 62 ASUS Recycling Takeback Services 62 Coating N...

Page 6: ... of your ASUS All in One PC Chapter 2 Using your ASUS All in One PC This chapter provides you with information on using your ASUS All in One PC Chapter 3 Working with Windows 8 1 This chapter provides an overview of using Windows 8 1 in your ASUS All in One PC Chapter 4 Recovering your system This chapter provides recovery options for your ASUS All in One PC Appendices This section includes notice...

Page 7: ...omplete a task NOTE This message contains additional information and tips that can help complete tasks WARNING This message contains important information that must be followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your device s data and components Typography Bold This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected Italic This indicates sections that you can refer to in ...

Page 8: ...l product specifications and software screen images may vary with territories Visit the ASUS website at www asus com for the latest information Icons The icons below indicate the devices you can use for completing a series of tasks or procedures on your ASUS All in One PC Use a mouse Use a keyboard ...

Page 9: ...lation Do not block or cover these openings Ensure that you leave plenty of space around the system for ventilation Never insert objects of any kind into the ventilation openings Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0 C and 40 C If you use an extension cord ensure that the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed its ampere ra...

Page 10: ...h and gently wipe the screen surface Do not spray the cleaner directly on the screen Do not use an abrasive cleaner or a coarse cloth when cleaning the screen If you encounter the following technical problems with the product unplug the power cord and contact a qualified service technician or your retailer The power cord or plug is damaged Liquid has been spilled into the system The system does no...

Page 11: ...he earphones or headphones output voltage and the sound pressure level Adapter 1 Adapter specifications Input voltage 100 240Vac Input frequency 50 60Hz Rating output current 45W 2 37A Rating output voltage 19Vdc 2 It is recommended that the power socket is in close proximity to the ASUS All in One PC DC Fan Warning Please note that the DC fan is a moving part and can cause harm when used improper...

Page 12: ...BM USB receiver dongle optional ASUS All in One PC bag Wireless keyboard optional Wireless mouse optional NOTES If any of the items is damaged or missing contact your retailer The keyboard mouse and power supply illustrations are for reference only Actual product specifications may vary with territories ...

Page 13: ... multimedia applications Webcam The built in webcam allows you to take pictures or record videos using your ASUS All in One PC Webcam LED Indicates that the built in webcam is enabled Display panel The display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos videos and other multimedia files Getting to know your ASUS All in One PC Front view ...

Page 14: ...o a power source and currently charging its battery Power button Press the power button to turn your ASUS All in One PC on or off You can also use the power button to put your ASUS All in One PC to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up from sleep or hibernate mode In the event that your ASUS All in One PC becomes unresponsive press and hold the power button for about four 4 seconds until your ASU...

Page 15: ...r ASUS All in One PC Brightness down button Press this button to decrease the brightness of your ASUS All in One PC Volume button Press to increase or decrease the volume HDMI Output Port Connect this port with devices equipped with an HDMI input port such as an LCD monitor or projector Right side Left side ...

Page 16: ...n One PC when used separately to an external microphone Power input The bundled power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the ASUS All in One PC To prevent damage to the ASUS All in One PC always use the bundled power adapter WARNING The power adapter may become warm or hot when in use Do not cover the adapter and keep it ...

Page 17: ...S All in One PC are software controlled Built in NFC tag optional The built in NFC Near Field Communication tag allows you to conveniently share pictures To use the NFC tag put the other NFC enabled device near your ASUS All in One PC s NFC tag NOTE The NFC sticker on the rear panel of your ASUS All in One PC indicates the location of the NFC tag Rear view ...

Page 18: ...e air vents or else overheating may occur ASUS All in One PC handle Carry the ASUS All in One PC easily using this ergonomic handle 3 in 1 Memory card reader This ASUS All in One PC has a built in memory card reader slot that supports MMC SD SDHC SDXC cards ASUS All in One PC stand Pull out and adjust the stand to provide stable support for your ASUS All in One PC when it is placed on a table or d...

Page 19: ...C IMPORTANT Use both hands when setting up your ASUS All in One PC Avoid adjusting the display to an angle beyond the recommended values or you may risk damaging the ASUS All in One PC 1 Hold the ASUS All in One PC using its handle then place it on a flat surface as shown in the illustration below ...

Page 20: ...ASUS All in One PC 20 2 Using your other free hand pull out the ASUS All in One PC stand 3 Tilt the display to an angle between 80o to 160o 80 160 ...

Page 21: ...less keyboard and mouse optional 1 Install batteries into the wireless keyboard and mouse 3 You can begin using the wireless keyboard and mouse 2 Connect the wireless dongle for keyboard and mouse to the USB 2 0 port to automatically pair both devices to your ASUS All in One PC ...

Page 22: ...tlet prior to connecting the DC plug to the system Doing so may damage the AC DC adapter A Connect the AC power cord to the AC DC adapter B Connect the DC power connector into your ASUS All in One PC s power DC input C Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V 240V power source D Press the power button ...

Page 23: ...roximity to the ASUS All in One PC The keyboard mouse and power supply illustrations are for reference only Actual product specifications may vary with territories ASUS All in One PC does not support wake on WLAN For details on turning off your ASUS All in One PC refer to the Turning off your ASUS All in One PC section in this manual ...

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Page 25: ...All in One PC Wait for a few minutes until the setup screen appears 2 From the setup screen pick your region and a language to use on your ASUS All in One PC 3 Carefully read the License Terms Select I accept 4 Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items Personalize Get online Settings Your account 5 After configuring the basic items Windows 8 1 proceeds to install your...

Page 26: ...es that you can use while working on your ASUS All in One PC Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to your user account It helps organize all the applications you need in just one place Windows Apps These are apps pinned on the Start screen and displayed on tiled format for easy access NOTE Some apps require signing in to your Microsoft account before they are fully l...

Page 27: ...tspots Onscreen hotspots allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your ASUS All in One PC The functions in these hotspots can be activated using your mouse Hotspots on a running app Hotspots on the Start screen ...

Page 28: ...aunched more than one app slide down to show all running apps lower left corner From a running app screen Hover your mouse pointer on the lower left corner then Click to go back to the Start screen NOTE You can also press the Windows key on your keyboard to go back to the Start screen From the Start screen Hover your mouse pointer on the lower left corner then Click to go back to that app ...

Page 29: ...ag then drop the app to a new location NOTE This hotspot function only works on a running app or when you want to use the Snap feature For more details refer to the Snap feature under Working with Windows apps upper or lower right corner Hover your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right corner to launch the Charms bar ...

Page 30: ... be accessed from the Start screen while on Desktop mode and on any app that is currently open onscreen Start button on the Start screen NOTE The actual color of your Start button varies depending on the display settings you chose for your Start screen Hover your mouse pointer over the left corner of your Start screen or any opened app to call out the Start button ...

Page 31: ... box filled with quick access to some of the programs inside Windows 8 1 when you right click on the Start button The context menu also includes the following shut down options for your ASUS All in One PC sign out sleep shut down restart Start button on Desktop mode ...

Page 32: ...stomize the arrangement of your apps onscreen To customize the settings of your Start screen 1 Launch the Desktop 2 Right click anywhere on the taskbar except on the Start button to launch the pop up window 3 Click Properties then select the Navigation tab to tick the Navigation and Start screen options you want to use 4 Click Apply to save the new settings then exit ...

Page 33: ... All in One PC s optional keyboard and mouse to launch customize and close apps Launching apps Position your mouse pointer over the app then left click or tap once to launch it Press twice then use the arrow keys to browse through the apps Press to launch an app ...

Page 34: ...ion Right click on the app to activate the Customize bar then click and select an app tile size Resizing apps Right click on the app to activate the Customize bar then click Unpinning apps 1 Move your mouse pointer on the top side of the launched app then wait for the pointer to change to a hand icon 2 Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the screen to close it From the running app s screen pre...

Page 35: ... can also open other applications through the Apps screen NOTE Actual apps shown onscreen may vary per model The following screenshot is for reference only Launching the Apps screen Launch the Apps screen using the following options On the Start screen click the button From the Start screen Press then press ...

Page 36: ...he Start screen You can pin more apps on the Start screen using the following options 1 Launch the All Apps screen 2 Right click on the apps that you want to add on the Start screen 3 Click on the icon to pin the selected apps on the Start screen ...

Page 37: ... Charms bar is a toolbar that can be triggered on the right side of your screen It consists of several tools that allow you to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your ASUS All in One PC Charms bar ...

Page 38: ... networking sites or email Start This charm reverts the display back to the Start screen From the Start screen you can also use this to revert back to a recently opened app Devices This charm allows you to access and share files with the devices attached to your ASUS All in One PC such as an external display or printer Settings This charm allows you to access the PC settings of your ASUS All in On...

Page 39: ...ASUS All in One PC 39 Snap feature The Snap feature displays two apps side by side allowing you to work or switch between apps Snap bar ...

Page 40: ...on the top side of your screen 3 Once the pointer changes to a hand icon drag then drop the app to the left or right side of the display panel 4 Launch another app 1 Launch the app you wish to snap 2 Press and the left or right arrow key to snap the app to the left or right pane 3 Launch another app This app is automatically placed in the empty pane ...

Page 41: ...d navigate Windows 8 1 Switches between the Start screen and the last running app Launches the desktop Launches the This ASUS All in One PC window on Desktop mode Opens the File option from the Search charm Opens the Share charm Opens the Settings charm Opens the Devices charm Activates the Lock screen Minimizes all currently active windows ...

Page 42: ...ption from the Search charm Opens the Run window Opens Ease of Access Center Opens the Settings option under the Search charm Opens the context menu of the Start button Launches the magnifier icon and zooms in your screen Zooms out your screen Opens the Narrator Settings ...

Page 43: ...d click Playback devices 3 From the Playback screen select Digital Audio HDMI 4 Click Configure and the Speaker Setup window pops up Setting up a secondary display via the HDMI output port If you want to use a high definition TV as an audio output device connect it to the Home Theater ASUS All in One PC and follow the steps below to configure the audio settings To configure the audio output via an...

Page 44: ...ASUS All in One PC 44 5 Select Stereo and click Next 6 Tick the Front left and right option and click Next 7 Click Finish to exit the speaker setup ...

Page 45: ... Fi connection in Windows 8 1 1 Launch the Charm bar from the Start screen or from any application mode NOTE For details refer to the section Charm bar under Working with Windows apps 2 From the Charm bar select Settings and click the network icon 3 Select the wireless network that you want to connect to from the list 4 Click Connect NOTE You may be prompted to enter a security key to connect to a...

Page 46: ...i Fi status beside Connections 4 In the Wi Fi status window select Properties Configure to launch your current network adapter s properties 5 In the your current network adapter properties window select the Advanced tab 6 In the Advanced tab select Bandwidth Capability under the Property option then select your preferred bandwidth setting by clicking on the drop down box below Value 7 Click OK to ...

Page 47: ...tact your Internet Service Provider ISP for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection Configuring a dynamic IP PPPoE network connection To configure a dynamic IP PPPoE or static IP network connection 1 From the Start screen click Desktop to launch the Desktop mode 2 From the Windows taskbar right click the network icon and click Open Network and Sharing Center 3 From the Open Ne...

Page 48: ...nect 11 Click Close to finish the configuration 12 Click the network icon in the taskbar and click the connection you just created 13 Enter your user name and password Click Connect to connect to the Internet Configuring a static IP network connection To configure a static IP network connection 1 Repeatsteps1to4oftheprevioussection Configuringadynamic IP PPPoE network connection 2 Click Use the fo...

Page 49: ...ule in order to use Bluetooth To add a Bluetooth device in Windows 8 1 1 Launch the Charms bar 2 Click then Click Change PC Settings 3 Under PC Settings select PC and Devices then Click Bluetooth to search for Bluetooth enabled devices 4 Select a device from the list Compare the passcode on your ASUS All in One PC with the passcode sent to your chosen device If they are the same Click Yes to succe...

Page 50: ...s unresponsive press and hold the power button for at least four 4 seconds until your ASUS All in One PC turns off Putting your ASUS All in One PC on sleep mode Activate sleep mode on your ASUS All in One PC or ASUS Portable AiO using either of the following procedures Press the power button once Launch the Desktop mode then press Alt F4 to launch the Shut Down window Select Sleep from the drop do...

Page 51: ...to run the BIOS Setup You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update WARNING Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to instability or boot failure We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel Quickly enter the BIOS To access the BIOS When your ASUS All in One PC is off press the power button for a...

Page 52: ...your data before using this option To reset your PC 1 Press F9 during bootup IMPORTANT To go through POST follow any of the ways described in the section Quickly enter the BIOS in Chapter 3 2 From the screen click Troubleshoot 3 Select Reset your PC 4 Click Next 5 Select Only the drive where the Windows is installed 6 Select Just remove my files 7 Click Reset ...

Page 53: ...ur important data To create a USB recovery drive 1 Launch the Control Panel from the All Apps screen NOTE For details refer to Launching the All Apps screen under Working with Windows apps 2 From the Control Panel s System and Security click Find and fix problems 3 Click Recovery Create a recovery drive 4 Click Next 5 Select the USB storage device where you want to copy the recovery files 6 Click ...

Page 54: ...to the steps below to use this option IMPORTANT Back up all your data before using this option NOTE This process may take a while to complete 1 Launch the Charms bar 2 Click Settings Change PC Settings General 3 Scroll down to view the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option Under this option click Get Started 4 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the reinstallation and reset proce...

Page 55: ...ons 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 television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorien...

Page 56: ... and its antenna s must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter This device complies with Industry Canada licence exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device RF Expo...

Page 57: ...pliance requirements please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause interference and This device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the devic...

Page 58: ...rieure a la limite d exposition aux frequences radio d Industry Canada IC Utilisez l appareil de sans fil de facon a minimiser les contacts humains lors du fonctionnement normal Radio Frequency RF Exposure Information The radiated output power of the Wireless Device is below the Industry Canada IC radio frequency exposure limits The Wireless Device should be used in such a manner such that the pot...

Page 59: ...950 Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility in Article 3 1b Testing for electromagnetic compatibility in EN 301 489 1 EN 301 489 17 EN 301 489 3 Effective use of the radio spectrum as in Article 3 2 Radio test suites according to EN 300 328 302 291 50566 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N America 2 412 2 462 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Japan 2 412 2 484 GHz Ch01 through...

Page 60: ...he shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of the EEC directives 2004 108 EC Electromagnetic compatibility and 2006 95 EC Low voltage directive CE marking for devices with wireless LAN Bluetooth This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 1999 5 EC of the European Parliament and Commission from 9 March 1999 governing Radio and Telecommunications Equipment and m...

Page 61: ...ructions No Exposure to Liquids DO NOT expose to or use near liquids rain or moisture This product is not waterproof or oil proof This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product electrical electronic equipment and mercury containing button cell battery should not be placed in municipal waste Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products DONOTthrowthebatteryinmun...

Page 62: ...lations In addition ASUS disclose the relevant information based on regulation requirements Please refer to http csr asus com english Compliance htm for information disclosure based on regulation requirements ASUS is complied with Japan JIS C 0950 Material Declarations EU REACH SVHC Korea RoHS ASUS Recycling Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the hig...

Page 63: ...xcept on the areas where the I O ports are located Prevention of Hearing Loss To prevent possible hearing damage do not listen at high volume levels for long periods Rechargeable Battery Recycling Service in North America For US and Canada customers you can call 1 800 822 8837 toll free for recycling information of your ASUS products rechargeable batteries ...

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