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Desktop PC A31BD / F31BD / K31BD / K30BD User Guide A31BD / F31BD / K31BD K30BD - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 2
written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 3
...5 Safety information...9 Conventions used in this guide 10 Where to find more information 10 Package Connecting to the Internet Wired connection...35 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...41 Appendix Windows® 8.1 User Manual Starting for the first time...51 Windows® 8.1 lock - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 4
Contents Entering the BIOS Setup...62 Recovering your system...63 ASUS contact information ASUS contact information...66 4 - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 5
Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to 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 - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 6
avec une pile de type semblable ou équivalent, recommandée par le fabricant. Mettez au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant. IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 7
. If this is used near a radio or television receiver, it may cause radio interference. Install and use equipment according to the instruction manual. Equipment registered based on the confirmation measurement at the user installation site. This is a product for which interference was measured at - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 8
to the environment. In addition, please visit http://www.energystar.gov for detail information on the ENERGY STAR joint program. *Note: Energy Star is NOT supported on Freedos and Linux-based products. 8 - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 9
detergent and a few drops of warm water then remove any extra moisture with a dry cloth. • DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. • DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT operate during a gas leak. • DO NOT place or drop - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 10
software products. Refer to the ASUS website www.asus.com. ASUS Local Technical 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 A31BD | User Guide - Page 11
Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Power cord x1 Keyboard x1 Installation Guide Mouse x1 Installation Guide x1 Warranty Card x1 DVD/SDVD/RDVD x1 (optional) Dipole antenna x1 (optional) / Antenna x 1 (optional) • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 12
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Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC! The ASUS Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and usercentric utilities. All these values are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. Read the ASUS Warranty - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 14
(SD) / High Capacity Secure Digital™(SDHC) / Memory Stick Pro™(MS/PRO) card slot. Insert a supported memory card into this slot. Headphone port. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard. Microphone port. This port connects to a microphone. Power button. Press this - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 15
better performance from your USB 3.0 devices. Microphone port. This port connects to a microphone. Headphone port. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard. Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. Optical disk drive bay. There is an optical disk - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 16
Rear panel ENGLISH Voltage selector. Use this switch to select the appropriate system input voltage according to the voltage supply in your area. If the voltage supply in your area is 100-127V, set the switch to 115V. If the voltage supply in your area is 200-240V, set the switch to 230V. Setting - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 17
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 (light blue). This port connects to a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. Refer to - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 18
ENGLISH Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your computer. Connecting an external monitor Using - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 19
a display output port on the graphics card. • To connect multiple external monitors to your computer, refer to Connecting multiple external displays in Chapter 2 of this manual for details. ASUS A31BD / F31BD / K31BD / K30BD 19 - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 20
ENGLISH Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer. ` 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. - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 21
on your computer. Power button 3. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. For details on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to the Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. ASUS A31BD / F31BD / K31BD / K30BD 21 - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 22
ENGLISH 22 Chapter 1: Getting started - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 23
USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports individually from the BIOS Setup. Refer to the Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS section in Chapter 3 of this user guide for details. Front panel A31BD / F31BD / K31BD K30BD Rear panel ASUS A31BD / F31BD / K31BD / K30BD 23 - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 24
ENGLISH To remove a USB storage device: 1. From the Start screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop Mode. 2. Click from the taskbar, then click Eject [Name of USB Drive]. 3. When the Safe to Remove Hardware message pops up, remove the USB storage device from your computer. DO NOT remove a USB - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 25
ENGLISH Connecting 2.1-channel Speakers Connecting 4.1-channel Speakers Connecting 5.1-channel Speakers ASUS A31BD / F31BD / K31BD / K30BD 25 - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 26
ENGLISH LINE OUT Connecting 7.1-channel Speakers A31BD / F31BD / K31BD K30BD LINE OUT 26 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 27
ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you to connect multiple external displays. When a graphics card is installed in your computer, connect the monitors on the output ports of the graphics card. Setting up multiple displays - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 28
ENGLISH 3. Turn on your computer. 4. Do any of the following to open the Screen Resolution setting screen: From the Start screen a) Launch the All Apps screen and pin Control Panel on the Start screen. For details, refer to Pinning an app on the Start screen from the section Working with Windows® - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 29
ENGLISH Connecting an HDTV Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI 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. A31BD / - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 30
ENGLISH 30 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 31
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 mouse close to the keyboard, and if necessary, use a wrist rest for support to reduce the pressure on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 32
ENGLISH Using the memory card reader Digital cameras and other digital imaging devices use memory cards to store digital picture or media files. The built-in memory card reader on the front panel of your system allows you to read from and write to different memory card drives. To use the memory - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 33
Using the optical drive ENGLISH Inserting an optical disc To insert an optical disc: 1. While your system is on, press the eject button to open the tray. 2. Place the disc on the optical drive with the label side outward if the desktop is positioned vertically and the label side up if the desktop - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 34
ENGLISH 34 Chapter 3: Using your computer - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 35
ENGLISH Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection Use an RJ-45 cable to connect your computer to a DSL/cable modem or a local area network (LAN). Connecting via a DSL/cable modem To connect via a DSL/cable modem: 1. Set up your DSL/cable modem. Refer to the documentation that came with - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 36
ENGLISH Connecting via a local area network (LAN) To connect via a LAN: 1. Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to your LAN. RJ-45 cable LAN 2. Turn on your computer. 3. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 37
ENGLISH Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection To configure a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection: 1. From the Start screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop mode. 2. From the Windows® taskbar, right-click the network icon Sharing Center. and click Open Network and 3. From the Open - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 38
6. Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. ENGLISH Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection. 7. Return to the Network and Sharing Center and then click Set up a new connection or network. 8. Select Connect to the Internet and click Next. 38 Chapter 4: - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 39
steps 1 to 4 of the previous section. 2 Click Use the following IP address. 3. Enter the IP address, Subnet mask and Gateway from your service provider. 4. If needed, enter the preferred DNS Server address and alternative address. 5. When done, click OK. ASUS A31BD / F31BD / K31BD / K30BD 39 - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 40
ENGLISH 40 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 41
ENGLISH Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter presents some problems you might encounter and the possible solutions. ? My computer cannot be powered on and the power LED on the front panel does not light up. • - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 42
cable. • Check if your 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 - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 43
ENGLISH ? I want to restore or undo changes to my computer's system settings without affecting my personal files or data. On Windows® 8.1: You can use Windows® 8.1 Refresh everything without affecting your files recovery option to restore or undo changes to your computer's system settings without - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 44
Start Screen's thumbnail. From the popup menu, click File Explorer to open the Computer screen. 2. Right-click , then click Eject from the menu. 44 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 45
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 A31BD / F31BD / K31BD / K30BD 45 - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 46
settings Problems caused by the antivirus software Driver problems Ensure that your computer is properly connected to a router or hub. Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the correct LAN settings. Close the anti-virus software. Reinstall the LAN driver 46 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 47
. Hard disk drive failure • S end the damaged hard disk drive to ASUS Service Center for servicing. • Replace with a new hard disk drive. The system often hangs or freezes. Memory module problems There is not enough air ventilation for your computer. Incompatible softwares are installed - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 48
of the chassis. • Contact the ASUS Service Center for assistance. If the problem still persists, refer to your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for the service center information. 48 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 49
ASUS Desktop PC Windows® 8.1 User Manual Appendix Windows® 8.1 User Manual E8607 First Edition August 2013 Copyright © ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 50
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your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring the basic settings of your Windows® 8.1 operating system read the License Terms, then tap I Accept. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items: • Personalize • Connect • Settings - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 52
and displayed on tiled-format for easy access. Some apps require signing in to your Microsoft account before they are fully launched. 52 Windows® 8.1 User Manual - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 53
ENGLISH Hotspots Onscreen hotspots 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. ASUS Desktop PC - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 54
feature. For more details, refer to Snap feature under Working with Windows® apps. Hover your mouse pointer to launch the Charms bar. 54 Windows® 8.1 User Manual - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 55
ENGLISH Working with Windows® apps Use your Desktop PC's keyboard or mouse to launch and customize your apps. Launching apps • Position your mouse pointer on an app then left-click once to launch it. • Press twice then use the arrow keys to browse through the apps. Press to launch - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 56
. 2. From the All Apps screen, right-click an app to display its settings bar. 3. From the settings bar, click Pin to Start. 56 Windows® 8.1 User Manual - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 57
Charms bar The 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 Desktop PC. ENGLISH Launching the Charms bar Charms bar When called out, - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 58
PC such as an external display or printer. Settings This charm allows you to access the PC settings of your Desktop PC. 58 Windows® 8.1 User Manual - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 59
Snap feature The Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps. Ensure that your Desktop PC's screen resolution is set to 1366 x 768 pixels or higher before using the Snap feature. ENGLISH Snap bar Using Snap To use Snap: 1. Use your Desktop PC's mouse or - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 60
search pane. + + + + Opens the Run window. Opens Ease of Access Center. Opens the Settings search pane. Opens a menu box of Windows tools 60 Windows® 8.1 User Manual - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 61
ENGLISH Enter> Launches the magnifier and zooms in your screen. Zooms out your screen. Opens the Narrator Settings. Turning your Desktop PC OFF To turn your Desktop PC OFF: Do any of the following to shut down your Desktop PC: • From the Charms bar, click Settings > Power > Shut down to do a - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 62
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 tests that run when you turn on your Desktop PC. 62 Windows® 8.1 User Manual - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 63
using this option. To reset your PC: 1. Press during bootup. 2. From the screen, click Troubleshoot. 3. Select Reset your PC. 4. Click Next. 5. Select Only the drive where the Windows is installed. From the Control Panel's System and Security, click Find and fix problems. ASUS Desktop PC 63 - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 64
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. 64 Windows® 8.1 User Manual - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 65
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 process. ASUS Desktop PC 65 - Asus A31BD | User Guide - Page 66
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