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ASUS Essentio Desktop PC CM6730 User Manual - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 2
Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 3
information 8 Conventions used in this guide 9 Where to find more information 9 Package contents 10 Chapter 1: Getting started Welcome!...11 Getting to know your computer 11 Setting up your computer 15 Turning your computer ON/OFF 18 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8 Starting for the first time - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 4
Contents Chapter 6: Using the utilities ASUS AI Suite II 51 ASUS Smart Cooling System (optional 58 Recovering your system 60 Using ASUS Boot Setting 63 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 65 ASUS contact information 72 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 5
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 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 6
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 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 7
RF Equipment Notices CE: European Community Compliance Statement The equipment complies with the RF Exposure Requirement 1999/519/EC, Council Recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields (0-300 GHz). This wireless device complies with - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 8
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 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 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 9
Instructions 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 of local Technical Support Engineer. • The user manual - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 10
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 Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 11
Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS Essentio CM6730 Desktop PC! The ASUS Essentio CM6730 Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. All these values are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 12
. Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. Optical disk drive bay. There is an optical disk drive in this bay. Rear panel 1 2 3 5 4 7 6 8 9 10 11 13 12 16 DVI HDMI 18 20 19 14 15 17 12 Chapter 1: Getting started - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 13
. • 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. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We 100Mbps connection 1Gbps connection ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED LAN port ASUS CM6730 13 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 14
In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only). The display output ports on this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only). This optional WLAN card allows your - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 15
Card. To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. Connect a monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2. Plug the monitor to a power source. The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. DVI HDMI DVI HDMI ASUS CM6730 15 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 16
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 graphics card. • To connect multiple external monitors - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 17
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 Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 18
ENGLISH Turning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to turn on/off your computer after setting up your computer. Turning your computer ON To turn your computer ON: 1. Turn your monitor ON. 2. Press the power button on your computer. Power button 3. Wait until the operating system loads - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 19
the license terms for using Windows and click Accept. 3. Follow the next onscreen instructions to configure the following Windows® 8 video tutorial appears. Watch this tutorial to learn more about Windows® 8 functionalities. For details on using Windows® 8, refer to the next sections. ASUS CM6730 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 20
Style user interface (UI) is the tile-based display used in Windows® 8. It includes the following features you can use while working on the programs and applications you need in just one place. You can press the Windows key to launch the Metro Start Screen from any apps. Metro Style Apps User - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 21
be activated using your mouse. Hotspots on a running app Hotspots on the Metro Metro Start Screen Refer to the next page for the Hotspots' functions. ASUS CM6730 21 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 22
Metro Start Screen's thumbnail to go back to the Metro Metro Start Screen. NOTE: You can also press the Windows key on your keyboard to go back to the Metro Metro Start Screen. From the Metro Start Screen: Hover Apps. Hover your mouse pointer to launch the Charm bar. 22 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 23
it�f�o�r��th�e��p��o�in�t�e�r��to� change to a hand icon. D��ra��g��th�e��n�d��ro��p�t�h�e��a�p��p��to��t�h�e��b�o�t�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 CM6730 23 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 24
. 2. From the All Apps screen, right-click an app to display its settings bar. 3. From the settings bar, click Pin to Start. 24 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 25
Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to launch the Charm bar. • Move your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right corner of the screen. • Press C�>��. ASUS CM6730 25 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 26
PC such as an external display or printer. Settings This tool allows you to access the PC settings of your Desktop PC. 26 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 27
placed in the smaller display area. 2. Launch another app. This second app will automatically appear in the bigger display area. 3. To switch between apps, press + . ASUS CM6730 27 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 28
®8. Switches between the Metro 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 Devices pane - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 29
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 CM6730 29 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 30
system component that requires further BIOS settings or update. Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Quickly enter the BIOS Windows® 8 boot time is quite fast - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 31
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 31 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 32
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 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 33
ENGLISH Connecting 4-channel Speakers Connecting 6-channel Speakers ASUS CM6730 33 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 34
Connecting 8-channel Speakers ENGLISH 34 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 35
use the additional monitor as a duplicate of your 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 display during POST. The dual display function works only under Windows. ASUS CM6730 35 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 36
ENGLISH 3. Turn on your computer. 4. Do any of the following to open the Screen Resolution setting screen: From the Metro Start Screen a) Launch the All Apps screen and pin Control Panel on the Metro Start Screen. For details, refer to Pinning an app on the Metro Start Screen from the section - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 37
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 37 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 38
ENGLISH 38 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 39
the back of your chair so that the base of your spine is firmly supported and angled slightly backward. • Sit upright with your knees, elbows and hips mouse close to the keyboard, and if necessary, use a wrist rest for support to reduce the pressure on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 40
media independently. Place only one memory card in a slot at one time. 2. Select a program from the AutoPlay window 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 memory card icon to access - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 41
Push the tray to close it. 4. Select a program from the AutoPlay window 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 Metro Style Apps. 2. Remove the disc from the disc tray. ASUS CM6730 41 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 42
) 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 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 43
a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection or Configuring a static IP network connection. • ��C�o��n�t�a�c�t�y��o�u�r��In�t�e�r�n�e��t�S��e�r�v�ic��e�P��r�o�v�i�d�e�r��(�IS��P�)��fo��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 CM6730 43 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 44
. • 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 assistance in setting up your Internet connection. 44 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 45
1. From the Metro Metro Start Screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop mode. 2. From the Windows® taskbar, right-click the network icon and Sharing Center. and click Open Network 3. From the Properties. 5. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) and click Properties. ASUS CM6730 45 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 46
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: - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 47
ENGLISH 9. Select Broadband (PPPoE) and click Next. 10. Enter your User name and, Password, and Connection name. 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, - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 48
Modem 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. 48 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 49
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 CM6730 49 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 50
ENGLISH 50 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 51
the system information, and to customize the settings of AI Suite II. Click to select a utility Click to update 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 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 52
ENGLISH The Tool menu The Tool menu includes the EPU, Probe II, and Sensor Recorder panels. Launching and configuring EPU EPU is an energy-efficient tool that provides you with a total power-saving solution. It detects the current loading and intelligently adjusts the power usage in real-time. When - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 53
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 53 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 54
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 Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 55
allows you to update 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 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 56
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 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 57
motherboard, CPU, and memory slots. • Click the MB tab to see the details on the motherboard manufacturer, product name, version, and BIOS The Support screen The Support screen displays the information about the ASUS website, technical support website, download support website, gamma. ASUS CM6730 57 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 58
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 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 59
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. ASUS CM6730 59 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 60
Press during bootup. 2. From the screen, click Troubleshoot. 3. Select Reset your PC. 4. Click Next. 5. Select Only the drive where the Windows is installed. 6. Select Just remove my files. 7. Click Panel's System and Security, click Find and fix problems. 60 Chapter 6: Using the utilities - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 61
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 CM6730 61 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 62
the Charm bar. 2. Click Settings > Change PC Settings > General. 3. Scroll down to view the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option. Under this option, click Get Started. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the reinstallation and reset process. 62 Chapter 6: Using the utilities - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 63
a utility that allows you to quickly enter the BIOS Setup from the Windows® 8 environment. To use ASUS Boot Setting: 1. Install ASUS Boot Setting on your Desktop PC. Download ASUS Boot Setting from the ASUS Support site at www.support.asus.com 2. Launch ASUS Boot Setting from the Metro Start Screen - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 64
4. On the confirmation message, click OK to restart your system and go to the BIOS setup program directly. ENGLISH 64 Chapter 6: Using the utilities - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 65
ENGLISH Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter presents some problems you might encounter and the possible solutions. ? My computer cannot be powered on and the power LED on the front key to turn the LED off if you want to use the arrow keys on the number key pad. ASUS CM6730 65 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 66
Refer to the documentation that came with your monitor for more troubleshooting information. ? When using multiple monitors, only one monitor has display time you connect your USB storage device to your computer, Windows automatically installs a driver for it. Wait for a while and go to My Computer - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 67
. • If it is muted, the volume icon is displayed as . To enable the system sounds, click from the Windows taskbar, then move the slider to adjust the volume. • If it is not muted, click and drag the slider from the All apps screen.z 2. Right-click , then click Eject from the menu. ASUS CM6730 67 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 68
turned on. • Ensure that the power cord is properly connected. • Use other compatible power cord. Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on your computer. Display Problem No display output after turning the computer on (Black screen) Possible Cause The signal cable is not - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 69
to a router 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 - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 70
running. Computer virus attack Hard disk drive failure Memory module problems There is not enough air ventilation for your computer. Incompatible operating system. • S end the damaged hard disk drive to ASUS Service Center for servicing. • Replace with a new hard disk drive. • 7: Troubleshooting - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 71
Update the BIOS. • If you know how to reinstall the motherboard, try to clean the inner space of the chassis. • C�o�n��ta�c�t��th��e�A��S�U��S��S�e��rv�i�c�e��C�e��n�t�e�r for assistance. If the problem still persists, refer to your Desktop PC's warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center - Asus Essentio CM6730 | CM6730 Users Manual English - Page 72
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 Essentio Desktop PC
CM6730
User Manual