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ASUS Essentio Desktop PC CG8270 User Manual - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 2
into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 3
33 Chapter 4: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 35 Using the memory card reader 36 Using the optical drive 37 Using the multimedia keyboard (on selected models only 38 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection 43 Wireless connection (on selected models - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 4
Contents Chapter 6: Using the utilities ASUS AI Suite II 47 ASUS AI Manager 54 Ai Charger...56 ASUS Webstorage 57 ASUS Easy Update 59 ASUS Instant On 60 Nero 9 ...61 Recovering your system 62 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 65 ASUS contact information 72 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 5
help. The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 6
must not be co-located or 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 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 7
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 objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the Desktop PC. • DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 8
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.asus.com/contact for the contact information - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 9
Package contents ASUS Essentio Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Installation Guide Power cord x1 Installation Guide x1 Mouse x1 Warranty card x1 Nero 9 burning software DVD x1 (optional) Antenna x1 (optional) • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 10
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for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CG8270 Desktop PC! The ASUS Essentio CG8270 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 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 12
and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 disk drive eject button. Press this button to eject the optical disk drive tray. 13. Optical disk drive bay (empty). You may install an additional optical disk drive in this bay. 14. Power LED. This LED lights up when you turn on your computer - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 13
Plug the power cord to this connector. Power rating: 110~120 / 220~240Vac, 6/3A, 50~60Hz. 2. ���P�o�w��e�r�s�w��it�c�h�. Switch to turn ON/OFF the power supply to your computer. 3. ���A�i�r�v�e�n�t�s�. ���V�G�A��p�o�rt�. This port is for VGA-compatible devices such as a VGA monitor. ASUS CG8270 13 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 14
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 or 8-channel configuration. Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Light Blue Lime Pink Orange Black Gray Headset 2-channel Line In Line Out Mic In - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 15
WLAN card allows your computer to connect to a wireless network. 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 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 16
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 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 17
a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer. Connect your USB keyboard and USB mouse to the USB 2.0 ports. 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 CG8270 17 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 18
2. Turn your monitor ON. 3. Press the power button on your computer. Power button ON OFF 4. 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 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 19
recommended settings 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 CG8270 19 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 20
desktop Click the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more information about Windows® 7. Using the Start menu The Start menu gives you access to programs, utilities, and other useful items on your computer such as personalizing Windows®, adding new users, and transferring files to help you to - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 21
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 CG8270 21 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 22
icon displays the connection status and signal strength of the wired or wireless network connection. Volume Click this icon to adjust the volume. Displaying the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon 2. Click Computer to launch Windows Explorer. to launch the Start menu. 22 Chapter 2: Using Windows® - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 23
files: 1. Launch Windows Explorer. 2. Right-click anywhere on the View pane. 3. From the menu that appears, select Group by, then select your preferred grouping type. ASUS CG8270 23 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 24
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 allows you to restore - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 25
All Programs > Windows Update. 3. From the Windows Update screen, click the task that you want to do. 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 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 26
Setting up a user's password To set up a user's password: 1. Select the user that you computer. It is a third-party anti-virus software protecting your computer from virus. It is purchased . Getting Windows® Help and Support Windows® Help and Support provides you with guides and answers in using the - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 27
Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 and USB 3.0 remove a USB storage device: 1. Click from the Windows notification area on your computer, then click Eject USB2.0 FlashDisk. 2. When the Safe to Remove Hardware message - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 28
ENGLISH Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on both the front and rear panels. The audio , and 8-channel stereo speakers. Connecting Headphone and Mic Connecting 2-channel Speakers 28 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 29
ENGLISH Connecting 4-channel Speakers Connecting 6-channel Speakers ASUS CG8270 29 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 30
Connecting 8-channel Speakers ENGLISH 30 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 31
Windows desktop. To set up multiple displays: 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Connect the two monitors to your computer and connect the power cords to the monitors. Refer to Setting up your computer section in Chapter 1 for details on how to connect a monitor to your computer. For some graphic cards - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 32
ENGLISH 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 settings. • Right click anywhere on your Windows desktop. When the pop-up menu appears, click Personalize - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 33
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. ASUS CG8270 33 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 34
ENGLISH 34 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 35
, and if necessary, 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 CG8270 35 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 36
lights up and blinks when data is being read from or written to the memory card. 3. When finished, right-click the memory card drive icon on the Computer screen, click Eject, and then remove the card. Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on the - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 37
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 /DVD drive icon on the Computer screen, and then click Eject. 2. Remove the disc from the disc tray. ASUS CG8270 37 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 38
. The illustrations on this section are for reference only. ASUS PRIMAX/KB2621 keyboard Keys 1. Description Decreases the system volume. 6. Goes to the next track in a media player. • There is no driver installation required for this keyboard. • The special function keys only work on Windows® - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 39
ASUS KB34211 modern wired keyboard 12 3 5 46 ENGLISH Hot keys 1. 2. 3. Description Turns Num Lock LED This LED lights when the numeric keypad is enabled. • There is no driver installation required for this keyboard. • The special function keys only work on Windows® Vista / Windows® 7 / - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 40
5. 6. 7. Description Enters into sleep mode. Press any key to wake up your computer and return to the previous working status. Returns to the last page you viewed. Keys installing a driver. For Windows® 98SE operating system, visit the BTC website at www.btc.com.tw to download the driver. • - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 41
ENGLISH ASUS RF U79 wireless keyboard 3 12 Hot keys 1. Power indicator 2. Description This LED lights when the power is low. Decreases the system volume. 3. Increases the system volume. • There is no driver installation required for this keyboard. • The special function keys only work on - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 42
ENGLISH 42 Chapter 4: Using your computer - Asus CG8270 | 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 CG8270 - Asus CG8270 | 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 CG8270 | User Manual - Page 45
AP Modem • To increase the range and sensitivity of the wireless radio signal, connect the external antennas to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card. • Place the antennas on the top of your computer for the best wireless performance. • The external antennas are optional items. To connect - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 46
ENGLISH 46 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 47
the motherboard BIOS Click to show the ASUS support information Click to monitor sensors or CPU frequency Click to show the system information Click to customize the interface settings • The applications in the Tool menu vary with models. • The screenshots of AI Suite II in this user manual are - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 48
saving engine is activated Displays the amount of CO2 reduced *Shifts between the display of Total and Current CO2 reduced Displays the current CPU power Advanced settings for each mode Displays the system properties of each mode • * Select From EPU Installation to show the CO2 that has been - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 49
and configuring Probe II Probe II 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, Loads the default threshold values for each sensor Applies your changes ASUS CG8270 49 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 50
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 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 51
there is 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).�O��t�h�e�r�w��i�s�e�,��c�li�c�k� No. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. ASUS CG8270 51 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 52
instructions to complete the update process. 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). �A�S�U��S��M�y�L�o�g��o�a�l�lo�w��s�y�o��u�t�o�: • Change the current BIOS boot logo of your motherboard - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 53
tab and then select each disk to see the details on it. The Support screen The Support screen displays the information about the ASUS website, technical support website, download support website, or contact information. The Settings screen The Settings screen allows you to customize the main menu - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 54
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 AI Manager To launch the AI Manager from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS > AI Manager > AI Manager 1.xx - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 55
to secure your devices, such as USB flash disks and CD/DVD disks, from unauthorized access. To lock a device: Change Password, then follow the onscreen instructions to change password. AI Booting AI searching for the applications throughout your computer. To add an application: 1. ASUS CG8270 55 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 56
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 CG8270 | User Manual - Page 57
ASUS Webstorage ASUS ASUS WebStorage folder in the Software folder in the support DVD. Launching Webstorage To launch the WebStorage from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS to preview files before downloading or generating a sharing To store the updated files to MySyncFolder for - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 58
the most updated calendar events to all personal computers so that you know the exact events no matter which PC is in use. BookmarkSyncer The convenient BookmarkSyncer keeps our browser preference and bookmark to the cloud automatically synchronized in multiple computer. MobileApp ASUS WebStorage - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 59
® notification area, right-click the ASUS Easy Update icon. 2. Select Schedule to set how often you want to update your system. 3. Select Update to activate the update. 4. Click OK to display the items you can download. 5. Check the item(s) you want to download, and then click OK. ASUS CG8270 59 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 60
you with a quick access to the Hybrid Sleep mode. Using ASUS Instant On To use ASUS Instant On: The Instant On utility is pre-installed on your computer and automatically launches after starting up your computer. 1. When starting up your computer, you can see the utility icon from Windows taskbar - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 61
ENGLISH Nero 9 Nero 9 allows you to create, copy, burn, edit, share, and update different kinds of data. Installing Nero 9 To install Nero 9: 1. Insert the Nero 9 DVD into your optical drive. to a disc. For more details about using Nero 9, refer to the Nero website at www.nero.com ASUS CG8270 61 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 62
deleted. Take your Desktop PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with the recovery process. Using the Recovery Partition: 1. Press the support DVD. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 63
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. ASUS CG8270 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 64
ENGLISH 64 Chapter 6: Using the utilities - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 65
• If the keyboard is not responding. Press and hold the Power button on the top of your chassis until the computer shuts down. Then press the Power button to turn it on. ? I cannot connect to a wireless nestwork using the ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only)? • Ensure that you enter the correct - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 66
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 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 67
the discs with non-standard size or shape. • Check if the disc is scratched or damaged. ? The DVD drive eject button is not respond. 1. Click > Computer. 2. Right-click , then click Eject from the menu. ASUS CG8270 67 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 68
ENGLISH Power Problem No power (The power indicator is off) Possible Cause Incorrect power voltage Your computer is not turned on. Your computer's power cord is not properly connected. PSU (Power supply unit) problems Action • Set your computer's power voltage switch to your area's power - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 69
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 CG8270 69 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 70
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. • S end the damaged hard disk drive to ASUS - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 71
computer is working in an area with good 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 - Asus CG8270 | User Manual - Page 72
Support fax Online support +1-812-282-2787 +1-812-284-0883 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
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ASUS Essentio Desktop PC
CG8270
User Manual