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ASUS Essentio Desktop PC CM6850 User Manual - Asus CM6850 | 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 CM6850 | User Manual - Page 3
Support 26 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 27 Connecting microphone 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 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 4
Contents Chapter 6: Using the utilities ASUS AI Suite II 49 ASUS AI Manager 55 Nero 9 ...58 Recovering your system 59 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 61 ASUS contact information 68 - Asus CM6850 | 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 CM6850 | User Manual - Page 6
cm from all persons and 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 owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 7
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 - Asus CM6850 | 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 CM6850 | User Manual - Page 9
Package contents ASUS Essentio 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 x2 (optional) • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 10
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Essentio CM6850 Desktop PC! The ASUS Essentio CM6850 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 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 12
Allows you to install an additional optical disk drive in this bay. 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. 8. ���M�e�m�o�r�y��S�ti�c�k M�e�m��o�r�y��S�t�ic�k��P��ro c�a�r�d��s�l�o�t�. Insert a Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card into this - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 13
power supply to your computer. 3. ���U�S��B�2�.�0�p��o�rt�s�. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect �(�li�g�h��t�b�l�u�e��)�. This port connects to a tape, CD, - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 14
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 network. 15. ��A�S��U�S��G�r�a�p�h�i�c�s�C��a�rd� �(�o�n�s��e�le�c�t�e�d��m��o�d�e�l�s�o��n�ly��)�. The display output ports on this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models - Asus CM6850 | 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 CM6850 | 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 CM6850 | User Manual - Page 17
a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer. C 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 CM6850 17 - Asus CM6850 | 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 CM6850 | 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 CM6850 19 - Asus CM6850 | 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 new users, and manage programs or items installed on your computer. Launching a program - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 21
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 pin items to the jumplist: 1. From the taskbar, right-click an remove from the taskbar, then select Unpin this program from taskbar. ASUS CM6850 21 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 22
shows these three icons: Action Center notification Click this icon to display all the alert messages/notifications and launch the Windows® Action Center. Network connection This icon displays the connection click the Start icon 2. Click Computer to launch Windows Explorer. to launch the Start menu. - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 23
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 Explorer. the menu that appears, select Group by, then select your preferred grouping type. ASUS CM6850 23 - Asus CM6850 | 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 CM6850 | User Manual - Page 25
to automatically troubleshoot and fix some common computer problems. You may users. 2. Select Manage another account. 3. Select Create a new account. 4. Key in the name of the new user. 5. Select either Standard user or Administrator as the user type. 6. When done, click Create Account. ASUS CM6850 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 26
the activation. Getting 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. Ensure that you are connected to the Internet to obtain the latest - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 27
Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device 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 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 28
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 Connecting 2-channel Speakers 28 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 29
ENGLISH Connecting 4-channel Speakers Connecting 6-channel Speakers ASUS CM6850 29 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 30
Connecting 8-channel Speakers ENGLISH 30 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 31
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 When using multiple - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 32
• Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this option to show desktop only on monitor 1 or monitor 2. • Remove this display: Select this options to remove the selected display. 6. Click Apply or OK. Then click Keep Changes on the confirmation message. 32 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus CM6850 | 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 CM6850 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 34
ENGLISH 34 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 35
computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC When using your Desktop Desktop PC. Eye level to the top of the monitor screen Foot rest 90˚ angles To maintain the proper posture: • Position your computer supported support to reduce the pressure on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop - Asus CM6850 | 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 CM6850 | 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 CM6850 37 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 38
) The keyboard varies with models. The illustrations on this section are for reference only. ASUS SK-2045 keyboard 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 1 Fn + F7> to launch Microsoft® MSN or, if not installed, connects to the MSN download page. Press to launch Windows® Search screen computer - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 39
ASUS-Razer Arctosa Gaming keyboard ENGLISH Keys 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Description Plays 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 CM6850 39 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 40
ENGLISH ASUS PRIMAX/KB2621 keyboard Keys 1. Description Decreases the system volume. 1 2 3 2. Turns the volume's mute mode on/off. 3. Increases the in a media player. The special function keys only work on Windows® Vista / Windows® 7 operating systems. 40 Chapter 4: Using your computer - Asus CM6850 | 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 CM6850 41 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 42
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. • Install - Asus CM6850 | 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 CM6850 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 44
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 Internet - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 45
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. ASUS CM6850 45 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 46
To connect to a wireless network: 1. Click the network 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 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 47
ENGLISH 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 CM6850 47 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 48
ENGLISH 48 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 49
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 CM6850 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 50
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 CO2 that has been - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 51
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 CM6850 51 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 52
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 CM6850 | User Manual - Page 53
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 CM6850 53 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 54
appearing on screen during the Power‑On Self-Tests (POST). Otherwise, click No. 4. Follow the onscreen 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 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 55
drive. If 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 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 56
then click Ok. To change the password: • Click Change Password, then follow the onscreen instructions to change password. AI Booting AI Booting allows you to specify the boot device priority sequence. from searching for the applications throughout your computer. 56 Chapter 26: Using the utilities - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 57
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 CM6850 57 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 58
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 CM6850 | User Manual - Page 59
later to restore 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 CM6850 59 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 60
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 CM6850 | User Manual - Page 61
that you enter the correct network security key for the wireless network you want to connect to. • Connect the external antennas (optional) to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card and place the antennas on the top of your computer chassis for the best wireless performance. ? The arrow keys - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 62
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 installed - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 63
• Right click anywhere on your Windows desktop. When the pop-up menu appears, produce no sound. • Ensure that you connect your speakers to the Line out port (lime) on the front drive eject button is not respond. 1. Click > Computer. 2. Right-click , then click Eject from the menu. ASUS CM6850 63 - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 64
on your computer. Signal cable problems Action • Connect the signal cable to the correct display port (onboard VGA or discrete VGA port). • If you are using a discrete VGA card, connect the signal cable to the discrete VGA port. Try connecting to another monitor. 64 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting - Asus CM6850 | User Manual - Page 65
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 CM6850 | User Manual - Page 66
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 CM6850 | User Manual - Page 67
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 CM6850 | User Manual - Page 68
, 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
CM6850
User Manual