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ASUS Essentio Desktop PC CM6730 User Manual - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 2
the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) 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 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 3
and speakers 28 Connecting multiple external displays 31 Connecting an HDTV 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 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 4
Contents Chapter 6: Using the utilities ASUS AI Suite II 47 ASUS AI Manager 53 Nero 9 ...56 Recovering your system 57 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 59 ASUS contact information 66 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 5
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 6
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 digital - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 7
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 - Asus CM6730 | 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 CM6730 | 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 Support DVD (optional) x1 Recovery DVD (optional) x1 Antenna (optional) x2 • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 10
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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. Front panel 5 6 7 12 3 4 ASUS CM6730 11 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 12
into this slot. Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card slot. Insert a Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card into this slot. 6. ���P�o�w�e�r��b�u�tt�o�n�. Press this button to turn on your computer. 7. ���O��p�t�ic�a��l �d�is��k�d��ri�v�e��b�a�y�. There is an optical disk drive in this bay. Rear - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 13
Plug the power cord computer. rt�. This port connects to an external audio output device via an optical installing Windows® operating system. • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation ASUS CM6730 13 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 14
li�g�h��t�b�l�u�e��)�. This port connects to a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. 19. ��A�S�U�S��W��L�A�N��C�a�rd� �(�o�n�s��e�le�c�t�e�d��m��o�d�e�l�s�o��n�ly��)�. This optional WLAN card allows your computer to connect to a wireless - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 15
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 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 16
monitor to a power source. DVI HDMI • 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 graphics card. • To connect multiple external monitors to your computer, refer to - Asus CM6730 | 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. DVI HDMI 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. DVI HDMI ASUS CM6730 17 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 18
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 shut down the operating - Asus CM6730 | 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 CM6730 19 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 20
Using Windows® 7 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. It also provides you with more information about Windows 7 through - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 21
pin items on the jumplist such as favorite websites, often-visited folders or drives, or recently played media files. To pin items to the jumplist: the Start menu To unpin programs from the Start menu: 1. From the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu. 2. ASUS CM6730 21 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 22
your files and folders Using Windows® Explorer Windows® Explorer allows you to view, manage, and organize your files and folders. Launching Windows® Explorer To launch Windows Explorer: 1. From the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon 2. Click Computer to launch Windows Explorer. to launch the - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 23
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. Customizing the file/folder view To customize the file/folder view: 1. Launch Windows Windows Windows Windows - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 24
Recycle 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 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 25
click the task that you want to do. 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 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 26
pre-installed on your computer. It is a third-party anti-virus software protecting your computer Windows® Help 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 - Asus CM6730 | 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 ports on both 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 CM6730 27 - Asus CM6730 | 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 CM6730 | User Manual - Page 29
ENGLISH Connecting 4-channel Speakers Connecting 6-channel Speakers ASUS CM6730 29 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 30
Connecting 8-channel Speakers ENGLISH 30 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 31
ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you to connect multiple external displays. When a graphics card is installed in your computer, connect the monitors on the output ports of the graphics card. Setting up multiple displays - Asus CM6730 | 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 CM6730 | 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 CM6730 33 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 34
ENGLISH 34 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus CM6730 | 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 CM6730 35 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 36
AutoPlay is NOT enabled in your computer, click Windows® 7 Start button on the taskbar, click Computer, and then double-click the memory card icon to access the data on it. • Each card slot has its own drive icon which is displayed on the Computer screen. • The memory card reader LED lights up and - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 37
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 CM6730 37 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 38
to launch 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 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 39
'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 CM6730 39 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 40
/ 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® Internet Explorer 5.0 or later versions before using the Internet keys. 40 Chapter 4: Using your computer - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 41
ENGLISH ASUS KB34211 modern wired keyboard 12 3 Hot keys 1. 2. 3. Description Turns the volume's mute mode on/off. Decreases the system volume. Increases the system volume. The special function keys only work on Windows® Vista / Windows® 7 / XP operating systems. ASUS CM6730 41 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 42
ENGLISH 42 Chapter 4: Using your computer - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 43
end to a DSL/cable modem. DVI HDMI Modem DVI HDMI 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 CM6730 43 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 44
an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to your LAN. DVI HDMI DVI HDMI 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 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 45
DVI HDMI • 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 to - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 46
ENGLISH 46 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 47
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 to complete the installation. Using AI Suite II AI Suite II automatically starts when you enter the Windows® operating system - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 48
display of Total and Current CO2 reduced Displays the current CPU power Advanced settings for each mode Displays the system properties of each mode • * S elect From EPU Installation to show the CO2 that has been reduced since you installed EPU. • * Select From the Last Reset to show the total - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 49
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, and system voltages, among others Loads the default threshold values for each sensor Applies your changes ASUS CM6730 49 - Asus CM6730 | 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 CM6730 | User Manual - Page 51
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 BIOS directly from the Internet, download - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 52
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 the motherboard manufacturer, product name, version, and BIOS. • Click the CPU - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 53
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 CM6730 | User Manual - Page 54
on the quick bar to display the full AI Disk window and select the items you want to clear. Click Apply when done. AI Security AI Security enables you to set a password to secure your devices, such as USB flash disks and CD/DVD disks, from unauthorized access. To lock a device: 1. When using AI - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 55
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 CM6730 55 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 56
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. 2. If Autorun is enabled, the main menu appears automatically. If Autorun is disabled, double-click the - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 57
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 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 58
powered ON. 2. Restart the Desktop PC and press on bootup and select the optical drive (may be labeled as "CD/DVD") and press to boot from the Recovery DVD. 3. Select OK to start to restore the image. 4. Select OK to confirm the system recovery. Restoring will overwrite your hard drive - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 59
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 network security key for the wireless network you want to connect to. • Connect the external antennas - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 60
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 installed on your computer, ensure that you connect the monitors to the output - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 61
Display > Change display settings. • Right click anywhere on your Windows desktop. When the pop-up menu appears, click Personalize > Display > or damaged. ? The DVD drive eject button is not respond. 1. Click > Computer. 2. Right-click , then click Eject from the menu. ASUS CM6730 61 - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 62
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 CM6730 | User Manual - Page 63
or hub. Network settings Problems caused by the anti-virus software Driver problems Action Connect the LAN cable to your computer. Ensure the LAN LED is on. If not, try another LAN cable. If it still does not work, contact the ASUS service center. Ensure that your computer is properly connected to - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 64
operating system. • S end the damaged hard disk drive to ASUS Service Center for servicing. • Replace with a new hard disk drive. • Replace with compatible memory modules. • Remove the extra memory modules that you have installed, then try again. Move your computer to an area with better air - Asus CM6730 | User Manual - Page 65
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 CM6730 | User Manual - Page 66
, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259 +886-2-2894-3447 +886-2-2890-7798 [email protected] www.asus.com.tw Technical Support Telephone Online support +86-21-38429911 support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA Telephone +1-510
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ASUS Essentio Desktop PC
CM6730
User Manual