Asus D620MT, User Manual

Page 1: ...ASUS Desktop PC User Guide Desktop PC D820MT BM2CE D620MT BM2CF BM3CE MD790 BM3CF MD580 D820SF BP1CE SD790 D620SF BP1CF SD580 ...

Page 2: ...ICULAR 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 SPECIFICATI...

Page 3: ...ne and speakers 33 Chapter 3 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 37 Using the memory card reader 38 Using the optical drive on selected models only 39 Preloading the USB 2 0 3 0 drivers for Windows 7 installation 41 Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS 47 Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS 48 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection 49 Ch...

Page 4: ...rt 80 Other Windows 7 functions Removing a USB storage device 81 Configuring the screen resolution settings 82 Configuring the Internet connection settings 82 Recovering your system 86 Windows 10 User Manual Starting for the first time 91 Using the Windows 10 UI 92 Keyboard shortcuts 96 ASUS contact information ASUS contact information 98 ...

Page 5: ...nterference 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 tel...

Page 6: ...il numérique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d Industrie Canada Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes 1 cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d interférences et 2 cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fon...

Page 7: ...w 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 Bluetooth Wireless 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 Bluetoo...

Page 8: ...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 9: ...a task IMPORTANT Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products Refer to the ASUS website www asus com ASUS Local Technical Support Visit ASUS website at http support as...

Page 10: ...tems above are for reference only Actual product specifications may vary with different models 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 11: ...me Thank you for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC The ASUS Desktop PC provides cutting edge performance uncompromised reliability and user centric 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 ASUS Desktop PC 11 Chapter 1 Getting started ...

Page 12: ...itation USB 3 0 devices can only be used under Windows OS environment and after the 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 7 USB 2 0 ports These Universal Serial Bus 2 0 USB 2 0 ports connect to USB 2 0 devices such as a mouse...

Page 13: ...D820MT BM2CE D620MT BM2CF Rear panel D820MT BM2CE D620MT BM2CF ASUS Desktop PC 13 ENGLISH ...

Page 14: ... and after the USB 3 1 driver installation USB 3 1 devices can only be used as data storage only We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3 1devices to USB 3 1 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3 1 devices 7 USB 3 0 ports These 9 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are for USB 3 0 devices DO NOT connect a keyboard mouse to any USB 3 0 port when installing Windows operating syst...

Page 15: ...ve the expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card 12 ASUS Graphics Card on selected models only The display output ports on this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models 13 Kensington lock slot The Kensington lock slot allows the PC to be secured using Kensington compatible PC security cables 14 LAN RJ 45 ports These ports allow Gigabit connection to a Local Area Ne...

Page 16: ...operating system Due to USB 3 0 controller limitation USB 3 0 devices can only be used under Windows OS environment and after the 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 6 Headphone port This port connects to a headphone or spe...

Page 17: ...BM3CE MD790 BM3CE MD790 BM3CF MD580 Rear Panel BM3CF MD580 ASUS Desktop PC 17 ENGLISH ...

Page 18: ...ou connect USB 3 1 devices to USB 3 1 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3 1 devices 8 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 limitation USB 3 0 devices can only ...

Page 19: ...e chassis Always provide proper ventilation for your computer 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 Audio 2 4 6 or 8 channel configuration Port Headset 2 channel 4 channel 6 channel 8 channel Light Blue Rear panel Line I...

Page 20: ... 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 limitation USB 3 0 devices can only be used under Windows OS environment and after the USB 3 0 driver installation USB 3 0 devices can only be used as data storage only We strongly re...

Page 21: ...D820SF BP1CE SD790 D620SF BP1CF SD580 Rear panel D820SF BP1CE SD790 D620SF BP1CF SD580 ASUS Desktop PC 21 ENGLISH ...

Page 22: ...system Due to USB 3 1 controller limitation USB 3 1 devices can only be used under Windows OS environment and after the USB 3 1 driver installation USB 3 1 devices can only be used as data storage only We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3 1devices to USB 3 1 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3 1 devices 6 USB 3 0 ports These 9 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports are for U...

Page 23: ...tion to a Local Area Network LAN through a network hub D820SF BP1CE SD790 has dual LAN ports while D620SF BP1CF SD580 has one LAN port LAN port LED indications 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 80 Plus power supplies...

Page 24: ...raphics 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 D820MT BM2CE 24 Chapter 1 Gett...

Page 25: ... on the rear panel of your computer 2 Plug the monitor to a power source D820MT BM2CE 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 gu...

Page 26: ... mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer D820MT BM2CE Connecting 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 D820MT BM2CE 26 Chapter 1 Getting started ENGLISH ...

Page 27: ...itional 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 SM SD MS PRO SM SD MS PRO D820MT BM2CE D620M...

Page 28: ...lay 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 D820SF BP1CE SD790 D620SF BP1CF SD580 28 Chapter 1 Getting started ENGLISH ...

Page 29: ...ess the power button on your computer 3 Wait until the operating system loads automatically SM SD MS PRO SM SD MS PRO Power button Power button For details on shutting down your Desktop PC refer to the Windows 7 Windows 10 User Guide which can be found in this guide Power button D820MT BM2CE D620MT BM2CF D820SF BP1CE SD790 D620SF BP1CF SD580 BM3CE MD790 BM3CF MD580 ASUS Desktop PC 29 ENGLISH ...

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Page 31: ...storage device to your computer Front panel You can enable or disable the front and rear USB 2 0 USB 3 0 and USB 3 1 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 SM SD MS PRO SM SD MS PRO D820MT BM2CE D620MT BM2CF D820SF BP1CE SD790 D620SF BP1CF SD580 BM3CE MD790 BM3CF MD580 ASUS Desktop PC 31 ENGL...

Page 32: ...he section Removing a USB storage device in the Windows 7 Windows 10 User Guide which can be found in this guide D820MT BM2CE D820SF BP1CE SD790 BM3CE MD790 32 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer ENGLISH Rear panel ...

Page 33: ...oth the front and rear panels The audio I O ports located on the rear panel allow you to connect 2 channel 4 channel 6 channel and 8 channel stereo speakers Connecting Headphone and Mic SM SD MS PRO SM SD MS PRO D820MT BM2CE D620MT BM2CF D820SF BP1CE SD790 D620SF BP1CF SD580 ASUS Desktop PC 33 ENGLISH ...

Page 34: ...BM3CE MD790 BM3CF MD580 34 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer ENGLISH ...

Page 35: ...Connecting 2 1 channel Speakers LINE OUT Connecting 4 1 channel Speakers LINE OUT ASUS Desktop PC 35 ENGLISH ...

Page 36: ...Connecting 5 1 channel Speakers LINE OUT Connecting 7 1 channel Speakers LINE OUT SM SD MS PRO SM SD MS PRO 36 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer ENGLISH ...

Page 37: ...chair to make sure that your knees are slightly higher than your hips to relax the backs of your thighs If necessary use a footrest to raise the level of your knees Adjust the back of your chair so that the base of your spine is firmly supported and angled slightly backward Sit upright with your knees elbows and hips at an approximately 90º angle when you are at the PC Place the monitor directly i...

Page 38: ...your files On Windows 7 if AutoPlay 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 w...

Page 39: ...the optical drive on selected models only SM SD MS PRO SM SD MS PRO 1 3 2 D820MT BM2CE D620MT BM2CF D820SF BP1CE SD790 D620SF BP1CF SD580 BM3CE MD790 BM3CF MD580 1 2 3 3 2 1 ASUS Desktop PC 39 ENGLISH ENGLISH ...

Page 40: ...the tray Press the eject button below the drive bay cover Eject the tray from Windows 7 10 system On Windows 7 right click the CD DVD drive icon on the Computer screen and click Eject On Windows 10 click File Explorer from the Start menu right click the CD DVD drive icon and click Eject 2 Remove the disc from the disc tray If AutoPlay is NOT enabled in your computer to access the data on an optica...

Page 41: ...e 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 Desktop PC and press F8 during POST Power...

Page 42: ...pacity 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 of these two methods ...

Page 43: ... 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 ENGLISH ...

Page 44: ...lear 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 44 Chapter 3 Using your computer ENGLISH ...

Page 45: ...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 ASUS Desktop PC 45 ENGLISH ...

Page 46: ...or connect the USB storage device with modified Windows 7 installation files 6 Power on your ASUS Desktop PC and press F8 during POST Power On Self Test to enter the boot screen 7 Select the ODD or USB storage device as the boot device 8 The USB 2 0 3 0 driver is loaded automatically during installation startup 9 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Windows 7 installation 46 Chapter 3 ...

Page 47: ... 1 ports 1 Press 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 ASUS Desktop PC 47 E...

Page 48: ... 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 49: ... computer to a DSL cable modem or a local area network LAN 2 Connect one end of an RJ 45 cable to the LAN RJ 45 port on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to a DSL cable modem Refer to the documentation that came with your DSL cable modem Modem RJ 45 cable D820MT BM2CE ASUS Desktop PC 49 ENGLISH Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet ...

Page 50: ...Modem RJ 45 cable Modem RJ 45 cable D820SF BP1CE SD790 D620SF BP1CF SD580 BM3CE MD790 50 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ...

Page 51: ... 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 RJ 45 cable LAN D820MT BM2CE LAN RJ 45 cable BM3CE MD790 BM3CF MD580 ASUS Desktop PC 51 ENGLISH ...

Page 52: ...or more details refer to the section Configuring the network connection Contact your Internet Service Provider ISP for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection RJ 45 cable LAN D820SF BP1CE SD790 D620SF BP1CF SD580 52 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ...

Page 53: ... your ASUS support DVD into your optical drive 2 On the support CD window click Utilities ASUS Business Manager 3 On the ASUS Manager setup screen select the applications you want to install 4 Click Install 5 The system will prompt you to reboot your system once installation is complete ASUS Desktop PC 53 ENGLISH Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ...

Page 54: ...u by clicking Start ASUS ASUS Manager Icon View and List View ASUS Manager has an Icon View and List View Click the List View icon to display a list of tools available for your system Icon View List View List View 54 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ENGLISH ...

Page 55: ...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 55 ENGLISH ...

Page 56: ...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 56 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ENGLISH ...

Page 57: ... 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 57 ENGLISH ...

Page 58: ...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 58 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ENGLISH ...

Page 59: ...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 59 ENGLISH ...

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

Page 61: ...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 61 ENGLISH ...

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Page 63: ... Do the following based on the operating system On Windows 7 a Click Applications tab b Select the program that is not responding then click End Task On Windows 10 Under Task Manager in the Processes tab select the program that is not responding then click End Task 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 ...

Page 64: ...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 65: ... Only the drive where Windows 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 66: ...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 67: ... 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 68: ...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 69: ...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 70: ...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 71: ...ASUS Desktop PC Windows 7 User Manual E8623 First Edition August 2013 Copyright ASUSTeK Computer Inc All Rights Reserved Appendix Windows 7 Windows 8 1 User Manual ...

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Page 73: ...n uniques names for the user name and computer name then click Next 5 Key in the necessary information to set up your password then click Next You may also click Next to skip this step without entering any information If you want to set up a password for your account later refer to the section Setting up a user account and password in this chapter 6 Carefully read the license terms Tick I accept t...

Page 74: ...chapter 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 avail...

Page 75: ...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 Pin th...

Page 76: ...o open 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 ...

Page 77: ... 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 click ...

Page 78: ...choose 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 a...

Page 79: ...sk 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 Setting ...

Page 80: ...uter 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 Su...

Page 81: ...n area on your computer then click Eject USB2 0 FlashDisk or Eject USB3 0 FlashDisk if you are using the USB3 0 flash drive or USB3 0 compatible devices 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 so may cause data loss or damage the USB storage device ...

Page 82: ...ion setting screen Click Control Panel Appearance and Personalization Display Change display settings Right click anywhere on your Windows desktop When the pop up menu appears click Personalize Display Change display settings 2 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 disp...

Page 83: ...ress and key in IP address and Subnet mask 6 Select Obtain DNS server address automatically if you want the DNS server settings to be assigned automatically Otherwise select Use the following DNS server addresses and key in the Preferred and Alternate DNS server 7 Click OK when done Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection 8 Return to the Network and Sharing Center and then cli...

Page 84: ... Broadband PPPoE and click Next 11 Enter your User name and Password and Connection name Click Connect 12 Click Close to finish the configuration 13 Click the network icon in the taskbar and click the connection you just created 14 Enter your user name and password Click Connect to connect to the Internet ...

Page 85: ...ck OK Wireless connection Connecting to aWi Fi network Windows 7 To connect to aWi Fi network 1 Click the network icon in the notification area to display the available wireless networks 2 Select the wireless network that you want to connect to then click Connect 3 You may need to key in the network security key for a secured wireless network then click OK 4 Wait while your computer is connecting ...

Page 86: ...stored if deleted Take 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 ...

Page 87: ...ck up all your 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 89: ...ASUS Desktop PC Windows 10 User Manual E10435 First Edition May 2015 Copyright ASUSTeK Computer Inc All Rights Reserved Appendix Windows 10 User Manual ...

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Page 91: ...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 92: ...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 93: ...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 94: ... 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 95: ...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 96: ...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 97: ...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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