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- Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 1
ASUS Desktop PC CM6830 User Manual - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 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 CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 3
Notices ...5 Safety information 8 Conventions used in this guide 9 Where to find more information 9 Package contents apps 23 Other keyboard shortcuts 28 Turning your Desktop PC OFF 29 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 29 Entering the BIOS Setup 30 Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 4
Contents Wireless 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 Using ASUS Boot Setting 63 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 65 ASUS contact information 72 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 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 CM6830 | CM6830 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 CM6830 | CM6830 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 CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 8
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 objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the Desktop PC. • DO NOT expose to strong magnetic - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 9
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: • C:\Program Files(X86 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 10
Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Installation Guide Power cord x1 Nero 9 burning software DVD / SDVD / RDVD (optional) Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 Antenna (optional) • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 11
Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS CM6830 Desktop PC! The ASUS CM6830 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 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 12
ENGLISH 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. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone. Headphone port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Power button. - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 13
, CD, DVD player, or 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. ASUS CM6830 13 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 14
(on selected models only). This optional WLAN card allows your computer to connect to a wireless network. ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only). The display output ports on this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - 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 Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 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 CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 17
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 CM6830 17 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 18
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 2. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 19
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 using Windows and click Accept. 3. Follow the next onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items: • Personalize • sections. ASUS CM6830 19 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 20
® 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 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 21
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 CM6830 21 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 22
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 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 23
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�in��g�a��p�p�'s��s�c�r�e�e�n�,�p��re�s�s� ��. ASUS CM6830 23 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 24
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 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 25
out, the Charm bar initially appears as a set of white icons. The image 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 on the upper or lower right corner of the screen. • Press C ASUS CM6830 25 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 26
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. - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 27
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 CM6830 27 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 28
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 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 29
. • 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 CM6830 29 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 30
following three ways for you to quickly access the BIOS: • Use the ASUS Boot Setting utility. For more details, refer to the section Using the ASUS Boot Setting in Chapter 6. • Press the power button for at least four seconds to shut down your Desktop PC, then press the power button again to turn - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 31
ENGLISH Chapter 3 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 transfer is in progress. Doing so may cause data loss or damage the USB storage device. ASUS CM6830 31 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 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 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 33
ENGLISH Connecting 4-channel Speakers Connecting 6-channel Speakers ASUS CM6830 33 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 34
Connecting 8-channel Speakers ENGLISH 34 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 35
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 set to be the primary display has display during POST. The dual display function works only under Windows. ASUS CM6830 35 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 36
these displays: Select this option to 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 OK. Then click Keep Changes on the confirmation message - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 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 CM6830 37 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 38
ENGLISH 38 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 39
, 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 CM6830 39 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 40
card drive icon on the Computer screen, click Eject, and then remove the card. Hover your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on the Start screen's thumbnail. From the pop-up menu, click File Explorer to open the Computer screen. Never remove cards while - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 41
computer, hover your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on the Start screen's thumbnail. From the pop-up Eject. Hover your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on the Start screen's thumbnail. From the pop-up menu - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 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 CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 43
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 CM6830 43 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 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 CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 45
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 CM6830 45 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 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 CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 47
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 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 48
Wireless 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 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 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 CM6830 49 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 50
ENGLISH 50 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 51
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 screenshots of AI Suite II in this user manual are for reference only. The actual screenshots vary with models. ASUS CM6830 51 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 52
ENGLISH The Tool menu The Tool menu includes the EPU, Probe II, and Sensor Recorder panels. Launching 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 you select the - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 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 CM6830 53 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 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 CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 55
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).�O��t�h�e�r�w��i�s�e�,��c�li�c�k� No. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. ASUS CM6830 55 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 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 CM6830 | CM6830 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 CM6830 57 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 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 CM6830 | CM6830 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 CM6830 59 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 60
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. 4. Click Next. 5. Select Only the drive where Control Panel's System and Security, click Find and fix problems. 60 Chapter 26: Using the utilities - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 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 CM6830 61 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 62
Windows Restoring your PC to its original factory settings can be done using the Remove everything and reinstall option in PC Settings. Refer to while to complete. 1. Launch the Charm bar. 2. Click Settings > Change PC Settings > General. 3. Scroll down to view the Remove everything and reinstall - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 63
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 Start screen. 3. From the ASUS Boot Setting screen, click DirectBIOS. ASUS CM6830 63 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 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 26: Using the utilities - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 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 CM6830 65 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 66
cable. • Check if your monitor is plugged to a power source properly. • Refer to the documentation that came with your monitor for more troubleshooting information. ? When using multiple monitors, only one monitor has display. • Ensure that the both monitors are powered on. • During POST, only the - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 67
Desktop Mode screen a) Launch the Desktop Mode from the Start screen. b) Right click anywhere on your Desktop turned on. • Adjust your speakers' volume. • From the Desktop Mode screen, ensure that your computer's system sounds are not le�f�t�c�o�r�n�e�r��o�f�W��in��d�o�w�s�® desktop then right-click - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 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 CM6830 | CM6830 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 CM6830 | CM6830 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 CM6830 | CM6830 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. • 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 - Asus Essentio CM6830 | CM6830 Users Manual English - Page 72
+49-2102-959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Telephone (Component) +49-1805-010923* Telephone (System/Notebook/Eee/LCD) +49-1805-010920* Support Fax +49-2102-9599-11 Online support support.asus.com * EUR 0.14/minute from a German
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