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Power button.

Press this button to turn on your computer.

Secure Digital™ / MultiMediaCard slot.

Insert a Secure Digital™ card or

MultiMediaCard into this slot.

Optical disk drive bay.

There is an optical disk drive in this bay.

Optical disk drive eject button.

Press this button to eject the optical disk drive tray.

Power LED.

This LED lights up when you turn on your computer.

CompactFlash® / Microdrive™ card slot.

Insert a CompactFlash® / Microdrive™ card

into this slot.

Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card slot.

Insert a Memory Stick™ / Memory

Stick Pro™ card into this slot.

OC Button.

This button adjusts the System Level Up profile of your computer.

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 Windows

operating system.

• Due to USB 3.0 controller limitations, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under a Windows

OS environment and after USB 3.0 driver installation.

• USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only.

• We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster and

better performance for your USB 3.0 devices.

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.

This port connects to a microphone.

Headphone port.

This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Supported by ASUS

Audio Wizard.

Chapter 1: Getting started

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Summary of Contents for Rog Tytan G30AK

Page 1: ...ASUS Gaming Desktop PC ROGTYTAN G30AK User Guide ...

Page 2: ...RTICULAR 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 SPECIFICA...

Page 3: ...22 Connecting the Phoebus Box with a Phoebus Sound card 25 Connecting multiple external displays 28 Connecting an HDTV 30 Chapter 3 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 31 Using the memory card reader 32 Using the optical drive 33 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection 35 Wi Fi connection on selected models only 40 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 4...

Page 4: ...4 Contents Turning your Desktop PC OFF 63 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 63 Entering the BIOS Setup 64 Recovering your system 65 ASUS contact information ASUS contact information 68 ...

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: ... conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d Industrie Canada Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes 1 cet appareil ne doit par provoquer d interférences et 2 cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l appareil Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not excee...

Page 7: ...Requirement 1999 519 EC Council Recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields 0 300 GHz This wireless device complies with the R TTE Directive Wireless Radio Use This device is restricted to indoor use when operating in the 5 15 to 5 25 GHz frequency band Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy The radiated output power of the Wi Fi technol...

Page 8: ...Y 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 energy gov powermanagement for detail information on power management and its benefits to the environment In addition please visit http w...

Page 9: ...n environments with ambient temperatures between 0 C 32 F and 40 C 104 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 10: ...o the ASUS website www asus com ASUS LocalTechnical Support Visit ASUS website at http support asus com contact for the contact information of local Technical Support Engineer The User Guide is located in the following folder in your Desktop PC C Program Files X86 ASUS eManual DANGER WARNING Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task CAUTION Information to prevent dam...

Page 11: ...The illustrated items above are for reference only Actual product specifications may vary with different models ASUS Gaming Desktop PC ROGTYTAN G30AK Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Installation Guide Power cord x1 Installation Guide x1 Warranty Card x1 Antenna x1 optional Phoebus Control BOX Optional ...

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Page 13: ...utilities 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 their locations and the chassis color vary with different models Front ASUS G30AK 13 Chapter 1 Getting started ...

Page 14: ...ersal 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 Windows operating system Due to USB 3 0 controller limitations USB 3 0 devices can only be used under a Windows OS environment and after USB 3 0 driver installation USB 3 0 devices can only be used as data storage on...

Page 15: ...evices such as a mouse printer scanner camera PDA and others HDMI port This port is for a High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI connector and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD Blu ray and other protected content DVI D port This port is for any DVI D compatible device and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD Blu ray and other protected content Side SPDIF Out Rear Ctr Sbw Fr...

Page 16: ...ear speakers in a 4 1 5 1 and 7 1 channel audio configuration Center Subwoofer port orange This port connects to the center subwoofer speakers Microphone port pink This port connects to a microphone Line Out port lime This port connects to a headphone or speaker In a 4 1 5 1 or 7 1 channel configuration the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard Line In port...

Page 17: ...ork hub VGA port This port is for VGA compatible devices such as a VGA monitor Optical S PDIF_OUT port This port connects to an external audio output device via an optical S PDIF cable PS 2 Keyboard Mouse combo port This port is for a PS 2 keyboard or mouse Air vents These vents allow air ventilation DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis Always provide proper ventilation for your computer Acti...

Page 18: ...r computer 2 Plug the monitor to a power source When connecting the monitor to the discrete graphics card the Eco Energy Mode is disabled When you are doing some tasks that do not require VGA performance such as downloading tasks Eco Energy Mode cuts down the power supplied to the discrete graphics card for a low overall system power consumption Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse Connect a ...

Page 19: ...r 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 Side SPDIF Out Rear Ctr Sbw Front Line In Box Link HP Out Mic In ASUS G30AK 19 ENGLISH ...

Page 20: ... which can be found in this manual Turning your computer ON This section describes how to turn on your computer after setting up your computer Turning your computer ON To turn your computer ON 1 Turn your monitor ON 2 Turn the power switch ON then press the power button on your computer Power button 20 Chapter 1 Getting started ENGLISH ...

Page 21: ...anels The USB ports allow you to connect USB devices such as storage devices To connect a USB storage device Insert the USB storage device to your computer Front panel Rear panel Side SPDIF Out Rear Ctr Sbw Front Line In Box Link HP Out Mic In ASUS G30AK 21 ENGLISH Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer ...

Page 22: ...microphone ports and speaker ports on both the front and rear panels The audio I O ports located on the rear panel allow you to connect 2 1 channel 4 1 channel 5 1 channel and 7 1 channel stereo speakers Connecting 2 1 channel Speakers 22 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer ENGLISH ...

Page 23: ...Connecting 4 1 channel Speakers Connecting 5 1 channel Speakers ASUS G30AK 23 ENGLISH ...

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

Page 25: ...his Mic In port for voice communication recording or karaoke 2 Headphone Port The headphone port has a built in high quality amplifier to drive headphones Connect the Phoebus Control box directly to this port 3 Box Link Port Connect Phoebus Control box directly to this port Mic in HP out Box link Line in Front Ctr Sbw Rear Side SPDIF out 1 2 3 ASUS G30AK 25 ENGLISH ...

Page 26: ... Description 1 Headphone Port Connect the headphone to the headphone port on the Phoebus Control box 2 Microphone In Port Connect the microphone s 3 5mm plug to the Mic In port on the Phoebus Control Box Mic In Headphone Out 1 2 26 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer ENGLISH ...

Page 27: ...ding device from the Phoebus control box and FIO audio jack 1 Right click on the volume icon on the System Tray and click Playback devices 2 Click the Recording or Playback tab and right click on the audio device Click Set as Default Communication Device ASUS G30AK 27 ENGLISH ...

Page 28: ...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 For some graphic cards only the monitor that is set ...

Page 29: ...m the Start screen b Right click anywhere on your Desktop mode screen When the pop up menu appears click Personalize Display Change display settings 5 Select the display mode from the Multiple displays drop down list Duplicate these displays Select this option to use the additional monitor as a duplicate of your main display Extend these displays Select this option to use the additional monitor as...

Page 30: ... port of your computer You need an HDMI 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 30 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer ENGLISH ...

Page 31: ...ir 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 in f...

Page 32: ...cess your files If AutoPlay is NOT enabled in your computer hover your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows desktop then right click on the Start screen s thumbnail From the pop up menu click File Explorer 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 Computer screen The memory card reader LED ligh...

Page 33: ... left corner of Windows desktop then right click on the Start screen s thumbnail From the popup menu click File Explorer and then double click the CD DVD drive icon Removing an optical disc To remove an optical disc 1 While the system is on do either of the following to eject the tray Press the eject button below the drive bay cover Right click the CD DVD drive icon on the Computer screen and clic...

Page 34: ...34 Chapter 3 Using your computer ENGLISH ...

Page 35: ...panel of your computer and the other end to a DSL cable modem Side SPDIF Out Rear Ctr Sbw Front Line In Box Link HP Out Mic In 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...

Page 36: ...nfigure 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 Side SPDIF Out Rear Ctr Sbw Front Line In Box Link HP Out Mic In RJ 45 cable LAN 36 Chapter 4 Connecting to the In...

Page 37: ... 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 Network and Sharing Center screen click Change Adapter settings 4 Right click on your LAN and select Properties 5 Click Internet ProtocolVersion 4 TCP IPv4 and click Properties ASUS G30AK 37 ENGLISH ...

Page 38: ... 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 38 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ...

Page 39: ...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 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 W...

Page 40: ...int 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 The external antennas are optional items Side SPDIF Out Rear Ctr Sbw Front Line In Box Link HP Out Mic In Wireless AP Modem Side SPDIF Out Rear Ctr Sbw Front Line In Box Link HP Out Mic In 40 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ...

Page 41: ...the Charms bar from the Start screen or from any application mode a Hover you mouse pointer on the upper or lower right of the screen b On your keyboard press c 2 From the Charms bar select Settings and click the network icon 3 Select the network that you want to connect to from the list 4 Click Connect ASUS G30AK 41 ENGLISH ...

Page 42: ...42 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ...

Page 43: ... 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 selected models only Ensure that you enter the correct network security key for the wireless network you want to connect to Connect...

Page 44: ...a graphics card is installed on your computer ensure that you connect the monitors to the output port on the graphics card Check if the multiple displays settings are correct My computer cannot detect my USB storage device The first time you connect your USB storage device to your computer Windows automatically installs a driver for it Wait for a while and go to My Computer to check if the USB sto...

Page 45: ... screen When the pop up menu appears click Personalize Display Change display settings My speakers produce 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 ic...

Page 46: ... power indicator is off Incorrect power voltage Set your computer s power voltage switch to your area s power requirements Adjust the voltage settings Ensure that the power 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 ...

Page 47: ...o 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 router o...

Page 48: ... System 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 Replac...

Page 49: ...atest 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 t...

Page 50: ...50 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting ENGLISH ...

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Page 53: ...p PC As other settings appear select your country or region app language keyboard layout and time zone then tap Next 3 Carefully read the License Terms then tap I Accept 4 Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items Personalize Connect Settings Your account 5 After configuring the basic items the Windows 8 1 tutorial appears Watch this to learn more about Windows 8 1 fu...

Page 54: ...tart screen appears after successfully signing in to your user account It helps organize all the programs and applications you need in just one place You can press the Windows key to launch the Start screen from any apps Windows apps These are apps pinned on the Start screen and displayed on tiled format for easy access Some apps require signing in to your Microsoft account before they are fully l...

Page 55: ...tspots allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your Desktop PC The functions in these hotspots can be activated using your mouse Hotspots on a running app Hotspots on the Start screen Refer to the next page for the Hotspots functions ...

Page 56: ...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 tap to go back to that app top Hover your mouse pointer until it changes to a hand icon Drag 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...

Page 57: ...pps from the Start screen using the following steps To move an app drag and drop the app to a new location Resizing apps Right click the app to activate its settings bar then tap and select an app tile size Unpinning apps To unpin an app from the Start screen right click on the app to activate its settings bar then click Unpin from Start Closing apps Move your mouse pointer on the top side of the ...

Page 58: ... Start screen or to the Desktop mode taskbar Launching the All Apps screen On the Start screen click From the Start screen press Tab then press Enter on your keyboard Pinning an app on the Start screen 1 Launch the All Apps screen 2 From the All Apps screen right click an app to display its settings bar 3 From the settings bar click Pin to Start ...

Page 59: ... provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Desktop PC Launching the Charms bar When called out the Charms bar initially appears as a set of white icons The image above shows how the Charms bar looks like once activated Use your Desktop PC s mouse or keyboard to launch the Charms bar Move your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right corner of the screen Press C Charms bar ...

Page 60: ... via social 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 Desktop PC such as an external display or printer Settings This charm allows you to access the PC settings of your Desktop PC ...

Page 61: ... Snap bar Using Snap To use Snap 1 Use your Desktop PC s mouse or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen Using your mouse a Click on an app to launch it b Hover the mouse pointer on the top side of your screen c Once the pointer changes to a hand icon drag and drop the app to the right or left side of the display panel Using your keyboard Launch an app then press left or right key to place the first a...

Page 62: ... app D Launches the desktop E Launches the Computer window on the desktop F Opens the File search pane H Opens the Share pane I Opens the Settings pane K Opens the Devices pane L Activates the Lock screen M Minimizes all currently active screens P Opens the Second screen pane Q Opens the Everywhere search pane R Opens the Run window U Opens Ease of Access Center W Opens the Settings search pane X ...

Page 63: ...any of the following to shut down your Desktop PC From the Charms bar click Settings Power Shut down to do a normal shutdown From the login screen click Power Shutdown If your Desktop PC is unresponsive press and hold the power button for at least four 4 seconds until your Desktop PC turns off Putting your Desktop PC to sleep To put your Desktop PC on Sleep mode press the Power button once ...

Page 64: ...OS 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 Windows 8 1 boot time is quite fast so we developed the following ways for you to quickly access the BIOS Press the power button for at least four seconds to shut down your Desktop PC then press the power button again...

Page 65: ...t Recovering from a system image file You can create a USB recovery drive and use this to recover your PC s settings Creating a USB recovery drive The USB storage device must have at least 16 GB available space All files on your USB storage device will be permanently deleted during the process Before you proceed ensure that you back up all your important data To create a USB recovery drive 1 Launc...

Page 66: ...ant to copy the recovery files 6 Click Next 7 Click Create Wait for a while for the process to complete 8 When the process is completed click Finish 3 Click Recovery Create a recovery drive 4 Click Copy the recovery partition from the PC to the recovery drive and then click Next ...

Page 67: ...er 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 Launch the Charm bar 2 Click Settings PC Settings Update and recovery Recovery 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 proc...

Page 68: ...elephone 1 510 739 3777 Fax 1 510 608 4555 Web site usa asus com Technical Support Telephone 1 812 282 2787 Support fax 1 812 284 0883 Online support support asus com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Germany and Austria Address Harkort Str 21 23 D 40880 Ratingen Germany Fax 49 2102 959931 Web site asus com de Online contact eu rma asus com sales Technical Support Telephone Component 49 2102 5789555 Telephone Ge...

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