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ASUS Desktop PC BM6650/MD520, BM6350 User Manual BM6650/MD520 BM6350 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 2
, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 3
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 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 4
3-8 Chapter 4: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 4-1 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection 5-1 Chapter 6: Using the Utilities ASUS AI Suite II 6-1 ASUS AI Manager 6-10 Recovering your system 6-15 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 7-1 iv - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 5
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 manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 6
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provide with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 7
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 objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the Desktop PC. • DO NOT expose to strong magnetic - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 8
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 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 9
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 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 10
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 and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 1-1 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 11
3 4 5 6 Click the number to view its corresponding description. BM6650/MD520 1. 2 x 5.25 inch optical disk drive bays. The 5. 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 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 12
up when the hard 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 BM6650/MD520, BM6350 1-3 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 13
seriously damage the system! 2. Power connector. Plug the power cord to this connector. 3. Power switch. Switch to turn ON/OFF the power supply to your computer. 4. Air vents. These vents allow air ventilation. DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for your - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 14
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 expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 1-5 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 15
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 display - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 16
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 for details. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 1-7 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 17
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. 1-8 Chapter 1: Getting started - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 18
button Power button BM6650/MD520 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. BM6350 ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 19
or Install important updates only to set up the security settings for your computer. To skip this step, select Ask me later. 8. Review your date and time settings. Click Next. The system loads the new settings and restarts. You may now start using your computer. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 2-1 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 20
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 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 21
to do. Using the taskbar The taskbar allows you to launch and manage programs or items installed on your computer. Launching a program from the taskbar To launch a program from the taskbar: • From the Windows® taskbar, on the Start menu or taskbar on this chapter. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 2-3 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 22
Pinning items on the jumplists When you right-click an icon on the taskbar, a jumplist launches to provide you with quick-access to the program's or item's related links.You may pin items on the jumplist such as favorite websites, often-visited folders or drives, or recently played media files. To - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 23
: • Click the Notification icon , then click the message to open it. For more details, refer to the section Using Windows® Action Center in this chapter. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 2-5 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 24
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 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 25
To launch Windows Explorer: 1. From the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon 2. Click Computer to launch Windows Explorer. Breadcrumb bar to launch the Start menu. View icon Toolbar Search bar bar, click the arrow to display the contents of the drive or folder. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 2-7 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 26
Customizing the file/folder view To customize the file/folder view: 1. Launch Windows Explorer. 2. From the navigation pane, select the location of your data. 3. From the toolbar, click the View icon . 4. From the View menu, move the slider to select how you want to view the file/folder. You may - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 27
the toolbar, click New folder. 3. Key in a name for the new folder. You may also right-click anywhere on the View pane, click New > Folder. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 2-9 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 28
Recycle Bin files, or temporary files that are 1GB or more. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to finish the process. Restoring your system The Windows® System Restore feature creates a restore point where the computer's system settings are stored at certain time and date. It allows you to restore - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 29
security information, system maintenance information, and the option to automatically troubleshoot and fix some common computer problems. You may customize the notifications. For more details, refer 2. From Windows 7 Action Center, click the task that you want to do. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 2-11 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 30
Using Windows® Update Windows Update allows you to check and install the latest updates to enhance the security and performance of your computer. Launching Windows® Update To launch Windows® Update: 1. From the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu. 2. Select All Programs > - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 31
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, or Administrator as the user type. 6. When done, click Create Account. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 2-13 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 32
Setting up a user's password To set up a user's password: 1. Select the user that you would like to set a password. 2. Select Create a password. 3. Key in a password and confirm it. Key in your password's hint. 4. When done, click Create password. 2-14 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 33
and Support Windows® Help 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 BM6650/MD520 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 34
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 Rear panel BM6650/MD520 BM6350 ASUS BM6650/MD520 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 35
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 BM6650/MD520 BM6350 3-2 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 36
Connecting 2-channel Speakers Connecting 4-channel Speakers ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 3-3 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 37
Connecting 6-channel Speakers Connecting 8-channel Speakers 3-4 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 38
Setting up your computer section in Chapter 1 for details on how to connect a monitor to your computer. BM6650/MD520 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. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 39
that is set to be the primary display has display during POST. The dual display function works only under Windows. 3. Turn on your computer. 4. Do any of the following to open the Screen Resolution setting screen: • Click > Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Display > Change display - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 40
6. Click Apply or OK. Then click Keep Changes on the confirmation message. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 3-7 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 41
(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. BM6650/MD520 BM6350 3-8 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 42
, use a wrist 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 BM6650/MD520, BM6350 4-1 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 43
computer and the other end to a DSL/cable modem. Modem RJ-45 cable 3. Turn on the DSL/cable modem and your computer. 4. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection. ASUS BM6650 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 44
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. Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in setting up your - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 45
motherboard BIOS, to display the system information, and to customize the settings of AI Suite II. Click to select a utility Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to show the system information Click to customize the interface settings ASUS BM6650 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 46
, the system changes modes automatically according to the current system status. It allows you to customize each mode through configuring the settings such as CPU frequency, vCore Voltage, and Fan Control. To launch EPU: • Click Tool > EPU on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Displays the following - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 47
is a utility that monitors the computer's vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among the default threshold values for each sensor Applies your changes ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 6-3 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 48
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 Recorder: • - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 49
. Launching CPU Frequency The CPU Frequency panel displays the current CPU frequency and CPU usage. To launch CPU frequency: • Click Monitor > CPU Frequency on the AI Suite II main menu bar. Resident in the right pane (system information area) Sensor panel CPU Frequency panel ASUS BM6650/MD520 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 50
menu The Update menu allows you to update the motherboard BIOS and the BIOS boot logo with the ASUS designed update utilities . ASUS Update The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows® OS. The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 51
the BIOS file from the Open window, click Open, and click Next. 3. 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. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. ASUS BM6650/MD520 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 52
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 the motherboard manufacturer, product name, version, and BIOS. • Click the CPU tab to see the details on the processor and the Cache - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 53
you want to enable. • Bar allows you to modify the bar setting, • Skin allows you to customize the interface's contrast, brightness, saturation, hue, and gamma. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 6-9 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 54
Autorun is enabled, the 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 to complete the installation. Launching - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 55
bar saves the desktop space and allows you to launch the ASUS utilities or display system information easily. Click any of the Main, My Favorites, Support or Information tab to display the menu's contents. Exit button items you want to clear. Click Apply when done. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 6-11 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 56
, then click Apply. 2. Key in the password you have set previously, then click Ok. To change the password: • Click Change Password, then follow the onscreen instructions to change password. 6-12 Chapter 6: Using the Utilities - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 57
you to add applications that you frequently use, saving you from searching for the applications throughout your computer. To add an application: 1. Click Add, then locate the application you want to add . You can also double click to launch the selected application. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 6-13 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 58
Click any links on the Support window to go to the ASUS website, technical support website, download support website, or contact information. Information Click the tab on the Information window to see the detailed information about your system, motherboard, CPU, BIOS, installed device(s), and memory - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 59
the system to its default settings. System DVD Backup: This feature allows you to make a backup copy of the support DVD. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 6-15 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 60
Desktop PC needs to be powered ON. 2. Restart the Desktop PC and 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 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 61
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 the arrow keys on the number key pad. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 7-1 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 62
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 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 63
muted, 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 disc. not respond. 1. Click > Computer. 2. Right-click , then click Eject from the menu. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 7-3 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 64
computer is not turned on. Your computer's 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 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 65
to your computer's user 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 BM6650/MD520 - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 66
running. Computer virus attack Hard disk drive failure Memory module problems There is not enough air ventilation for your computer. viruses and repair your computer. • Reinstall the operating system. • S end the damaged hard disk drive to ASUS Service Center for servicing. • Replace with - Asus BM6650 | User Manual - Page 67
your computer to an area with better air flow. • Update the BIOS. • If you know how to reinstall the motherboard, try to clean the inner space of the chassis. If the problem still persists, refer to your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Visit the ASUS Support site
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