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    ASUS Desktop PC CM1855 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: (1) the BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED
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    your Desktop PC OFF 29 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 29 Entering the BIOS Setup 30 Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting an HDTV 37 Chapter 4 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 39 Using the memory card reader 40 Using the optical drive
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    Connecting to the Internet Wired connection 43 Wi-Fi connection (on selected models only 48 Chapter 6 Using the utilities ASUS AI Suite II 51 ASUS Smart Cooling System (optional 58 Recovering your system 60 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 63 ASUS contact information 70 
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    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
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    IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada
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    to 5.25 GHz frequency band. Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy The radiated output power of the Wi-Fi technology is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, it is advised to use the wireless equipment in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation
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    power and peripherals before cleaning. Wipe the Desktop PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive 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
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    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 local Technical Support Engineer. • The user manual is located in the following folder in your Desktop PC
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    Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Installation Guide Power cord x1 Nero 9 burning software DVD/SDVD/RDVD x1 (optional) Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 Antenna x1 (optional) • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated
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    ASUS CM1855 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 setting up your ASUS Desktop PC. Getting to know your computer
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    This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. Optical disk drive eject button. Press this button an optical disk drive in this bay. Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card slot. Insert a Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card into this slot.
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    Switch to turn ON/OFF the power supply to your computer. USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. Optical S/PDIF_OUT port. This port connects to an external audio output device via an optical
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    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. other audio sources. Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in a 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration. Audio 2,
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    this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only). This optional WLAN card allows your computer to connect to a wireless network. DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for your computer. ASUS CM1855 15
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    SPDIF OUT 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
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    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. SPDIF OUT ASUS CM1855 17
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    . To turn your computer ON: 1. Turn 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. For details on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to the section Turning your Desktop PC OFF in Chapter
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    start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring the basic settings of your Windows® 8 operating system. To start for the first time: 1. Turn your computer on. functionalities. For details on using Windows® 8, refer to the next sections. ASUS CM1855 19
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    user interface (UI) is the tile-based display used in Windows® 8. It includes the following features you can use while working on your Desktop PC. Start Screen The Start Screen appears after successfully signing in to your user account. It helps organize all the programs and applications you need
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    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 CM1855 21
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    ENGLISH Hotspot upper left corner lower left corner top upper and lower right corner Action Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app's thumbnail to go back to that app. Move your mouse pointer down to display all the running apps. From a running app screen: Hover your mouse pointer
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    ENGLISH Working with Windows Apps Use your Desktop PC's keyboard or mouse to launch and customize your apps. Launching apps • Position your to��m��o�f��th�e��s�c�r�e�e��n��to��c�l�o�s�e��it F�r�o�m��t�h�e��r�u�n�n�i�n�g��a�p�p�'�s�s�c�r�e�e�n��, �p�r�e�s�s���. ASUS CM1855 23
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    All Apps screen From the All Apps screen, you can configure an apps settings or pin an app to the Start Screen or to the Desktop mode taskbar. Launching the All Apps screen Right-click on the Start Screen or press + , and click the All Apps icon. Pinning an app on
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    share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Desktop PC. ENGLISH Launching the Charm bar Charm Bar When called out, above shows how the Charm bar looks like once activated. Use your Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to launch the Charm bar. • Move your mouse pointer
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    ENGLISH Inside the Charm bar Search This tool allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Desktop PC. Share This tool allows you to share applications via social networking sites or email. Start This tool reverts the display back to the Start Screen.
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    768 pixels is required to use the Snap feature. ENGLISH Snap bar Using Snap To use Snap: 1. Use your Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen. Using your mouse a) Click on an app to launch it. b) in the bigger display area. 3. To switch between apps, press + . ASUS CM1855 27
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    and navigate Windows®8. Switches between the Start screen and the last running app. + + + + + + + + + + Launches the desktop. Launches the Computer window on the desktop. Opens the File search pane. Opens the Share pane. Opens the Settings pane. Opens the
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    . • From the login screen, click Power > Shutdown. • If your Desktop PC is unresponsive, press and hold the power button for at least four (4) seconds until your Desktop PC turns off. Putting your Desktop PC to sleep To put your Desktop PC on Sleep mode, press the Power button once. ASUS CM1855 29
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    When your Desktop PC is off, disconnect�th��e�p��o�w��e�r�c�o�r�d��f�ro��m��y�o�u��r�D��e�s�k�t�o�p��P�C��'s� power connector. Reconnect the power cord and press the power button to turn on your Desktop PC. Press ���d�u�r�in��g�P��O�S��T�.� POST (Power-On Self Test) is a series of software
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    Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1/3.0 ports on 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 CM1855 31
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    ENGLISH Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on both the front and 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
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    ENGLISH Connecting 4-channel Speakers Connecting 6-channel Speakers ASUS CM1855 33
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    Connecting 8-channel Speakers ENGLISH 34 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer
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    main display, or as an extension to enlarge your 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
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    ENGLISH 3. Turn on your computer. 4. Do any of the following to open the Screen Resolution use the additional monitor as an extension display. This increases your desktop space. • Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this option to show desktop only on monitor 1 or monitor 2. 6. Click Apply or
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    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 CM1855 37
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    ENGLISH 38 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer
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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 CM1855 39
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    files. • If AutoPlay is NOT enabled on your computer, hover your mouse pointer over the lowerleft hand corner of the Windows desktop, then right-click on the Start Screen thumbnail. From the pop-up menu, click File Explorer, and double-click the memory card to access its contents. • Each card slot
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    the Computer screen, and then click Eject. Hover your mouse pointer over the lower-left hand corner of the Windows desktop, then right-click on the Start Screen thumbnail. From the pop-up menu, click File Explorer to open the Computer screen�. 2. Remove the disc from the disc tray. ASUS CM1855 41
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    ) The keyboard varies with models. The illustrations on this section are for reference only. ASUS KB34211 modern wired keyboard Hot keys Description Turns the volume's mute mode on/off. Decreases the system volume. Increases the system volume. ASUS PK1100 keyboard 42 Chapter 4: Using your computer
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    modem. SPDIF OUT Modem RJ-45 cable 3. Turn on the DSL/cable modem and your computer. 3. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. • For more details, refer to the sections ��r�d�e��ta��il�s�o��r�a�s��s�is�t�a�n��c�e��in��s�e��tt�i�n�g��u�p��y�o�u��r Internet connection. ASUS CM1855 43
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    -45 cable LAN 2. Turn on your computer. 3. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. • For more details, refer to the sections Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection or Configuring a static IP network connection. • Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details or
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    a dynamic IP/PPPoE or static IP network connection: 1. From the Start Screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop mode. 2. From the Windows® taskbar, right-click the network icon and Sharing Center Properties. 5. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) and click Properties. ASUS CM1855 45
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    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. 46 Chapter 5:
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    the previous section Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection. 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
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    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. 48 Chapter
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    3. From the Charm bar, select Settings and click the network icon . 4. Select the network that you want to connect to from the list. 5. Click Connect. ASUS CM1855 49
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    ENGLISH 50 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet
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    support DVD in the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if Autorun is enabled. 2. Click the Utilities tab, then click ASUS AI Suite II. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions a utility Click to update the motherboard BIOS Click to show the ASUS support information Click to monitor
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    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
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    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 CM1855 53
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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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    informing you that 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). Otherwise, click No. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. ASUS CM1855 55
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    the onscreen 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). ASUS MyLogo allows you to: • Change the current BIOS boot logo of your motherboard • Change the
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    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 the motherboard manufacturer, product name, version, and BIOS. • Click the CPU tab to see the details on the processor and the
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    Cooling System is an optional feature on selected models and may be purchased separately. Configuring the UEFI BIOS models ASUS Smart Cooling System maintains the internal system components through its air circulation after each system boot up. Follow these steps to configure this feature: 1. Enter
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    but noisy) 5. Press and click Yes to save your settings. The system automatically reboots to finish the setup process. During the system reboot, the Power LED flashes to indicate that the dust extraction fan rotates in reverse to remove the dust from the internal system components
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    PC The Reset your PC option restores your PC to its factory default settings. Back up all your data before using this option. To reset your PC: 1. Press during bootup. 2. From the screen, click Troubleshoot. 3. Select Reset your PC click Find and fix problems. 60 Chapter 6: Using the utilities
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    ENGLISH 3. Click Recovery > Create a recovery drive. 4. Click Next. 5. Select the USB storage device where you want to copy 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. ASUS CM1855 61
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    reinstalling Windows Restoring your PC to its original factory settings can be done using the Remove everything and reinstall option in PC Settings. to complete. 1. Launch the Charm bar. 2. Click Settings > Change PC Settings > General. 3. Scroll down to view the Remove everything and reinstall
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    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 is properly connected. • Check if the wall outlet is functioning. • Check if the Power Supply Unit is
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    or undo changes to my computer's system settings without affecting my personal files or data. The Windows® System Restore feature allows you to restore or undo changes to your computer's system settings without affecting your personal data such as documents or photos. 64 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting
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    not respond. 1. ��O�n��W�in�d�o�w�s® 8, hover your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on the 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. ASUS CM1855 65
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    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 • ��S�e�t��y�o�u�r�c�o�m��p�u��te�r�'�s�p�o��w�e�r��v�o�lt�a�g�e� switch
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    does not work, contact the ASUS service center. 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 Audio Problem No Audio Possible Cause Speaker or
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    drive to ASUS Service Center for servicing. The system often hangs or freezes. Memory module problems There is not enough air ventilation for your computer. Incompatible softwares are installed. • ��C�o�n�t�a�c�t�t�h�e��A�S�U��S��S�e�r�v�i�c�e�C��e�n�t�e�r for assistance. Move your computer to an
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    in��s�ta��ll�t�h�e� motherboard, try to clean the inner space 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
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    94539, USA Telephone +1-510-739-3777 Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen
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ASUS Desktop PC
CM1855
User Manual