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    ASUS Desktop PC BM6660/MD710 BP6260/SD710 BM6360 BM6660/MD710 BM6360 BP6260/SD710 User Manual
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    purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE
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    computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 4-1 Using the optical drive (on selected models only 4-2 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection 5-1 Chapter 6: Using the utilities ASUS AI Suite II 6-1 ASUS AI Manager 6-7 Recovering your system 6-9 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting
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    published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm Federal Communications Commission and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturerʼs instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
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    RF exposure warning This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction
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    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 or drop objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the Desktop PC. • DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. • DO NOT
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    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.asus.com/contact for the contact information of
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    system package for the following items. Standard items 1. ASUS Desktop PC with • ASUS Desktop x1 • Mouse x1 • Keyboard x1 2. Cables • Power cord x1 3. Accessories • Mouse pad x1 4. DVD • Support DVD x1 5. Documentation • User Manual x1 • Warranty card x1 If any of the
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    futuristic and stylish system casing. Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your ASUS Desktop PC. Getting to know your computer Illustrations are for reference only. The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360 1-1
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    Front panel 1 2 3 9 4 8 5 7 6 BM6660/MD710 1. 2 x 5.25 inch optical disk drive bays. The mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. 5. Reset button. Press this button to reboot your computer. 6. HDD LED. This LED lights up when the hard disk drive operates. 7. Power LED. This LED
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    disk drive operates. 7. Reset button. Press this button to reboot your computer. 8. Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. 9. 2 x 3.5 inch drive bays. The 3.5 inch drive bays are for 3.5 inch hard disk drives / memory card readers. ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360 1-3
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    , camera, PDA, and others. 6. HDD LED. This LED lights up when the hard disk drive operates. 7. Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. 1-4 Chapter 1: Getting started
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    17 8 16 9 10 11 12 8 15 13 14 BM6660/MD710 and BM6360 1. Power switch. Switch to turn ON/OFF the power supply to your computer. 2. Voltage selector. Use this switch to select the appropriate of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360 1-5
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    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. an expansion card. 14. ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only). The display output ports on this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with
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    air ventilation. DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for your computer. 17. VGA port. This port is for VGA-compatible devices such as a VGA monitor. 1 such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360 1-7
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    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 the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for your computer. 1-8 Chapter 1: Getting started
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    ORANGE GREEN Description 10Mbps connection 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection LAN port 15. VGA port. This port is for VGA-compatible devices such as a VGA monitor. ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360 1-9
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    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 the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your monitor to the
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    . To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports: 1. Connect your monitor to the VGA port, DVI-D port, or display port of your computer. 2. Plug your monitor to a power source. BM6660/MD710 and BM6360 ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710
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    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 monitors in Chapter 3 of this user manual
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    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. BM6660/MD710 and BM6360 BP6260 ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360 1-13
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    ENGLISH 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. BM6660/MD710 and BM6360 BP6260 1-14 Chapter 1: Getting started
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    button Power button BM6360 3. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. Turning your computer OFF To turn your computer OFF: 1. Close all running applications. 2. Click on the Windows® desktop. 3. Click to shut down the operating system. BP6260 ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710
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    ENGLISH 1-16 Chapter 1: Getting started
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    computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring the basic settings of your Windows® 7 operating system. To start for the first time: 1. Turn your computer for the user name and computer name. Click Next. 5. Key security settings for your computer. To skip this step
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    Start menu The Start menu gives you access to programs, utilities, and other useful items on your computer. It also provides you with more information about Windows 7 through its Help and Support feature. Launching items from the Start menu To launch items from the Start menu: 1. From the Windows
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    from the taskbar: 1. From the taskbar, right-click the program that you want to remove from the taskbar, then select Unpin this program from taskbar. ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360 2-3
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    ENGLISH Using the notification area By default, the notification area shows these three icons: Action Center notification Click this icon to display all the alert messages/notifications and launch the Windows® Action Center. Network connection This icon displays the connection status and signal
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    launch Windows Explorer: 1. From the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon 2. Click Computer to launch Windows Explorer. to launch the Start menu. Exploring files and folders To to display the dropdown list. 3. Select your preferred arrangement type. ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360 2-5
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    Windows choose, Windows will not back up your programs, FATformatted files, Recycle Bin files, or temporary files that are 1GB or more. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to finish the process. 2-6 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7
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    instructions to complete the process. Protecting your computer Using Windows® 7 Action Center Windows® 7 Action Center provides you with alert notifications, security information, system maintenance information, and the option to automatically troubleshoot and fix some common computer problems computer
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    ENGLISH Setting up a user account and password You may create user accounts and passwords for people who will use your computer. Setting up a user account To set up a user account: 1. From the Windows® taskbar, click > Getting Started > Add new users. 2. Select Manage another account. 3. Select
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    and Support provides you with guides and answers in using the applications in Windows® 7 platform. To launch Windows® Help and Support, click > Help and Support. Ensure that you are connected to the Internet to obtain the latest Windows® online help. ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360 2-9
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    ENGLISH 2-10 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7
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    This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 ports on both the front and rear panels. 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 BM6660/MD710 BM6360 BP6260/SD710 ASUS BM6660/MD710
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    ENGLISH Rear panel BM6660/MD710, BM6360 BP6260/SD710 Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on , 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers. Connecting Headphone and Mic BM6660/MD710 3-2 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer
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    ENGLISH BM6360 BP6260/SD710 ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360 3-3
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    ENGLISH Connecting 2-channel Speakers Connecting 4-channel Speakers 3-4 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer
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    ENGLISH Connecting 6-channel Speakers Connecting 8-channel Speakers ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360 3-5
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    ENGLISH 3-6 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer
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    rest for support to reduce the pressure on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC in a comfortably-lit area, and keep it away from sources of glare such as windows and straight sunlight. • Take regular mini-breaks from using your Desktop PC. ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360 4-1
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    tray to close it. 4. Select a program from the AutoPlay window to access your files. If AutoPlay is NOT enabled in your computer, click Windows® 7 Start button on the taskbar, click Computer, and then double-click the CD/DVD drive icon to access the data on it. Removing an optical disc To remove
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    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 ) port on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to a DSL/cable modem. BM6660/MD710, BM6360 Modem RJ-45 cable ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710
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    Service Provider (ISP) for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection. 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. BM6660/MD710, BM6360
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    ENGLISH BP6260/SD710 RJ-45 cable LAN 2. Turn on your computer. 3. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection. ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360 5-3
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    ENGLISH 5-4 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet
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    customize the settings of AI Suite II. Click to select a utility Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to update the Click to show motherboard BIOS the system information Click to customize the interface settings ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360 6-1
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    ENGLISH The Tool menu The Tool menu includes the EPU, Probe II, and Sensor Recorder panels. Launching EPU EPU is an energy-efficient tool that provides you with a total power-saving solution. It detects the current loading and intelligently adjusts the power usage in real-time. When you select the
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    figuring Probe II Probe II is a utility that monitors the computerʼs vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature threshold values for each sensor Applies your changes ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360 6-3
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    ENGLISH Launching and configuring Sensor Recorder Sensor Recorder allows you to monitor the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed, as well as recording the changes. To launch Sensor Recorder: • Click Tool > Sensor Recorder on the AI Suite II main menu bar. To configure Sensor
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    no new BIOS file from the BIOS server. 4. Click Yes if you want to change the boot logo, which is the image appearing on screen during the Power-On Self-Tests (POST). Otherwise, click No. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360 6-5
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    during the Power-On Self-Tests (POST). Otherwise, click No. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. The System Information screen The System Information screen displays the information about the motherboard, CPU, and memory slots. • Click the MB tab to see the details on
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    Drivers installation wizard appears. If Autorun is disabled, double-click the setup.exe file from the ASUS AI Manager folder in the support DVD. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS AI Manager. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions bar or taskbar. ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360 6-7
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    ASUS utilities or display system information easily. Click any of the Main, My Favorites, Support asked to set a password. Key in a password with at most 20 alphanumeric characters. 2. Confirm the password. 3. Key in the password instructions to change password. 6-8 Chapter 6: Using the Utilities
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    PC at the factory. DO NOT delete the partition named RECOVERY. The Recovery Partition is created at the factory and cannot be restored if deleted. Take your Desktop PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with the recovery process. ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360
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    support DVD. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers the Recovery DVD into the optical drive. Your Desktop PC needs to be powered ON. 2. Restart the Desktop PC and press on bootup and select the optical
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    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 • Check if your computer on the number key pad. ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360 7-1
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    that came with your monitor for more troubleshooting information. ? When using multiple monitors, computer, Windows automatically installs a driver for it. Wait for a while and go to My Computer to check if the USB storage device is detected. • Connect your USB storage device to another computer
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    click and drag the slider to adjust the volume. • Connect your speakers to another computer to test if the speakers arer working properly. ? The DVD drive cannot read a respond. 1. Click > Computer. 2. Right-click , then click Eject from the menu. ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360 7-3
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    computer is not turned on. Your computerʼs power cord is not properly connected. PSU (Power supply unit) problems Action • Set your computer your computer. Display Problem No display output after turning the computer on VGA port on your computer. Signal cable problems Action • Connect the
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    manual for the correct port. • Disconnect and reconnect the speaker to your computer. Try using another speaker or headphone. Try both the front and back audio ports. If one port failed, check if the port is set to multi-channel. Reinstall the audio driver ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360
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    problems There is not enough air ventilation for your computer. Incompatible softwares are installed. Action Close some of the programs. • Use an anti-virus software to scan for viruses and repair your computer. • Reinstall the operating system. • Send the damaged hard disk drive to ASUS Service
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    motherboard, try to clean the inner space of the chassis. If the problem still persists, refer to your Desktop PCʼs warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for the service center information. ASUS BM6660/MD710, BP6260/SD710, BM6360
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    -284-0883 support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Telephone (Component) Telephone (System/Notebook/Eee/LCD) Support Fax Online
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