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    ASUS Essentio Desktop PC CM1630 User Manual
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    without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL
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    3-7 Chapter 4: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 4-1 Using the memory card reader 4-2 Using the optical drive 4-3 Using the multimedia keyboard (on selected models only 4-4 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection 5-1 Wireless connection (on selected
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    Contents Chapter 6: Using the Utilities ASUS AI Manager 6-1 ASUS EPU-4 Engine 6-6 ASUS Update 6-10 ASUS MyLogo2 6-11 Nero 9 ...6-12 Recovering your system 6-16 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting iv
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    ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part with manufacturer's instructions, may cause , which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure
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    emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions
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    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 broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your
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    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
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    Package contents ASUS Essentio Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Installation Guide Power cord x1 Nero 9 burning software DVD x1 Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 Antenna (optional) x2 • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above
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    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. Front panel 1 2 3 10 9 4 8 7 6 5 ASUS CM1630 Click
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    turn on your computer. 5. Optical disk drive eject button. Press this button to eject the optical disk drive tray. 6. Optical disk drive bay (empty). Allows you to install an additional optical disk drive in this bay. 7. Optical disk drive bay. There is an optical disk drive in this bay. 8. Memory
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    . Plug the power cord to this connector. 2. Power switch. Switch to turn ON/OFF the power supply to your computer. 3. Air vents. These vents allow air ventilation. DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for your computer. 4. PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse Combo
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    . ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only). This optional WLAN card allows your computer to connect to a wireless network. 19. ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only). The display output ports on this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. 20. Expansion slot bracket. Remove
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    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
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    port, or an HDMI monitor to the HDMI port on the rear panel of your computer. 2. Plug the monitor to a power source. • 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
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    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. C 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 CM1630 1-7
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    on the power switch. 2. Turn your monitor ON. 3. Press the power button on your computer. Power button 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
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    Use 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 CM1630
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    Using Windows® 7 desktop Click the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more information about Windows® 7. Start menu Taskbar Notification area Using the Start menu The Start menu gives you access to programs, utilities, and other useful items on your computer. It also provides you with more
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    taskbar: • From the Windows® taskbar, click an icon to launch it. Click the icon again to hide the program. You may pin programs that you want constantly displayed on the taskbar. For more details, refer to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on this chapter. ASUS CM1630 2-3
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    often-visited folders or drives, or recently played media files. To pin remove from the jumplist, then 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
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    menu To unpin programs from the Start menu: 1. From the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu. 2. From the Start menu, right-click the program that you want to unpin, then select Remove , refer to the section Using Windows® Action Center in this chapter. ASUS CM1630 2-5
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    , click on the arrow icon . 2. Click Customize. 3. From the dropdown list, select the behaviors for the icons or items that you want customize. 2-6 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7
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    Navigation pane View pane Exploring files and folders To explore files and folders: 1. Launch Windows Explorer. 2. From the navigation or view pane, browse for the location of your data. 3. From the breadcrumb bar, click the arrow to display the contents of the drive or folder. ASUS CM1630 2-7
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    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
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    files: 1. Launch Windows Explorer. 2. Right-click anywhere on the View pane. 3. From the menu that appears, select Group Windows Explorer. 2. From 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 CM1630
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    files, 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
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    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. You may customize the notifications. For
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    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 > Windows Update. 3. From the Windows Update screen, click the task that you want to do
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    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 Create a new account. 4. Key
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    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
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    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 CM1630 2-15
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    click Eject USB2.0 FlashDisk. Rear panel 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. ASUS CM1630 3-1
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    Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on both the front and rear panels. The audio , 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers. Connecting Headphone and Mic Connecting 2-channel Speakers 3-2 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer
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    Connecting 4-channel Speakers Connecting 6-channel Speakers ASUS CM1630 3-3
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    Connecting 8-channel Speakers 3-4 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer
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    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
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    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 > Display
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    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 CM1630 3-7
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    , 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 CM1630 4-1
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    -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 card or else data loss may occur. To prevent data loss, use "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" in
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    disc To remove an optical disc: 1. While the system is on, do either of the following to eject the tray: • Press the eject button below the drive bay cover. • Right-click the CD/DVD drive icon on the Computer screen, and then click Eject. 2. Remove the disc from the disc tray. ASUS CM1630 4-3
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    Microsoft® MSN or, if not installed, connects to the MSN download page. Press to launch Windows® Search screen. Press to play or pause playback in Windows® Media Player. Press to stop playback in Windows® Media Player. Press to go to the previous track
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    's mute mode on/off. Switches profiles working with F1 ~ F10 keys. 12 56 34 8 7 • The special function keys work on Windows® XP / Vista / 7 operating systems. • Install the keyboard driver before using. Visit the Razer website at www.razersupport.com to download the driver. ASUS CM1630 4-5
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    track in a media player. Stops playback in a media player. • The special function keys work on Windows® ME / 2000 / XP / Vista / 7 operating systems without installing a driver. For Windows® 98SE operating system, visit the BTC website at www.btc.com.tw to download the driver. • Install Microsoft
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    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 CM1630
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    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. Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in
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    • 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. ASUS CM1630 5-3
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    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. 5-4 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet
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    4. Wait while your computer is connecting to the wireless network. 5. The wireless connection is established successfully. The connection status is displayed and the network icon displays the connected status. ASUS CM1630 5-5
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    , 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 AI Manager To launch the AI Manager from the Windows® desktop, click Start > All
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    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 Switch to main Window Add to ToolBar Main Support My Favorites Information
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    have set previously, then click Ok. To unlock the device: 1. Deselect the locked device, 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. ASUS CM1630 6-3
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    sequence: 1. Select a device, then click the left/right button to specify the boot sequence. 2. When done, press Apply. AI Probe AI Probe automatically detects and displays the motherboard and CPU temperatures, CPU fan speed, and the voltage output. You can adjust the values as you need. Click the
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    icon to launch, delete, or rename the selected application. You can also double click to launch the selected application. Support Click any links on the Support window to go to the ASUS website, technical support website, download support website, or contact information. ASUS CM1630 6-5
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    memory. ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS EPU-4 Engine is an energy-efficient tool that provides you with a total system power-saving solution. It detects the current computer loading and intelligently adjusts the power in real-time. It automatically adjusts the power usage for the CPU, VGA card, hard drives
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    total CPU power saved. 2 VGA card status Displays the status of the graphics card. If your graphics card is not compatible with the motherboard, a "No VGA card detected" message appears. Refer to the ASUS VGA QVL List at http://event.asus.com/mb/EPU-4_Engine/ for compatible VGA cards. ASUS CM1630
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    mode. 7 Exit button Closes the ASUS EPU-4 utility, 8 Calibrate button Allows the system to detect the CPU properties for optimal power management. 9 Setting button Click this button to configure the mode settings. Refer to the section Configuring the mode settings for more details. 10 Modes Auto
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    hard disk drives when they are not accessed after a certain time. • CPU Loadline: Sets up the CPU loadline to manage CPU power saving. • Light: Saves CPU power to the minimum level. • Medium: Saves CPU power to the medium level. • Heavy: Saves CPU power to the highest level. • Turn Off Screen
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    BIOS in Windows® environment. • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). • This utility is available in the support DVD. Installing ASUS Update To install ASUS Update: 1. Place the support DVD in the optical drive. The Drivers menu
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    option Launch MyLogo to replace system boot logo before flashing BIOS, then click Next. 4. Select Update BIOS from file from the drop down menu, then click Next. 5. When prompted, locate the new BIOS file, then click Next. ASUS MyLogo window appears. 6. From the left window pane, locate the image
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    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. 2. If Autorun is enabled, the main menu appears automatically. If Autorun is disabled, double-click the SeupX.exe
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    4. Select the language you want to use for Installation Wizard. Click Next. 5. Click Next to continue. 6. Tick I accept the License Conditions. When done, click Next. ASUS CM1630 6-13
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    7. Select Typical then click Next. 8. Tick Yes, I want to help by sending anonymous application data to Nero then click Next. 9. When done, click Exit. 6-14 Chapter 6: Using the Utilities
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    Burning files To burn files: 1. From the main menu, click Data Burning > Add. 2. Select the files that you want to burn. When done, click Add. ASUS CM1630 6-15
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    hard disk drive used to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your Desktop 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
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    instructed to create the Recovery DVD. Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on your Desktop PC. According to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition. To use the Recovery
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    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 the Power button to turn it on. ? I cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only)? • Ensure that you
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    graphics card. • Check if any of the pins on the monitor video connector is bent. If you discover bent pins, replace the monitor video connector cable. • Check if your monitor is plugged to a power source properly. • Refer to the documentation that came with your monitor for more troubleshooting
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    : 1. 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 > Display > Change display
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    ? The DVD drive eject button is not respond. 1. Click > Computer. 2. Right-click , then click Eject from the menu. 7-4 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting
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