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ASUS Desktop PC A31BF / F31BF / K31BF / M32BF / K30BF User Guide A31BF / F31BF / K31BF M32BF K30BF - Asus K31BF | User Guide - 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 K31BF | User Guide - Page 3
Conventions used in this guide 10 Where to find more Desktop PC 31 Using the memory card reader 32 Using the optical drive...33 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection...35 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...41 Appendix: Windows® 8.1 / Windows® 10 User Manual - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 4
Contents Turning your Desktop PC OFF...61 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 61 Entering the BIOS Setup...65 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 10 Starting for the first time...67 Using the Windows® 10 UI...68 Keyboard shortcuts...72 ASUS contact information ASUS contact information...74 4 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 5
chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm Federal Communications Commission Statement 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 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 6
avec une pile de type semblable ou équivalent, recommandée par le fabricant. Mettez au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant. IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 7
according to the instruction manual. Equipment registered based on the confirmation measurement at the user installation site. This 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. - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 8
BSMI: Taiwan Wireless Statement Japan RF Equipment Statement KC (RF Equipment) 8 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 9
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 retailer. Hazardous moving parts. Desktop should be completely shutdown before servicing product. Replacing fan components should only - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 10
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 K31BF | User Guide - Page 11
Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Power cord x1 Keyboard x1 Warranty Card x1 Mouse x1 Installation Guide Installation Guide x1 DVD/SDVD/RDVD x1 (optional) Dipole antenna x1 (optional) / Antenna x 1 (optional) • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 12
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and usercentric 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 Illustrations are for reference only. The ports, their locations and the chassis color - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 14
K31BF ENGLISH environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can card slot. Insert a supported memory card into this slot. Headphone port. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard. Microphone port. This port connects to a microphone. Power - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 15
ENGLISH driver supported memory card into this slot. Microphone port. This port connects to a microphone. Headphone port. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard. Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. ASUS A31BF / F31BF / K31BF / M32BF / K30BF - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 16
K30BF MultiMediaCard(MMC) / xD-Picture (XD) / Secure Digital™ (SD) / High Capacity Secure Digital™(SDHC) / Memory Stick Pro™(MS/PRO) card slot. Insert a supported memory card used under a Windows® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used for data - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 17
ENGLISH Headphone port. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard. Power button. Press this button input voltage. This switch may be available in some model types only. Power connector. Plug the power cord to this connector. RATING: 110-120V~/220-240V~, 6A/3A, 50 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 18
ENGLISH HDMI port. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector when installing an expansion card. ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only). This optional WLAN card allows your computer to connect to a wireless network. ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 19
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. ASUS A31BF / F31BF / K31BF / M32BF / K30BF 19 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 20
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 to your - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 21
Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer. ` 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 A31BF / F31BF / K31BF / M32BF / K30BF 21 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 22
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 A31BF / F31BF / K31BF Power button M32BF 3. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. K30BF 22 Chapter 1: Getting started - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 23
This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 and USB 3.0 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. Front panel A31BF / F31BF / K31BF M32BF ASUS A31BF - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 24
ENGLISH Rear panel Removing a USB storage device Windows® 8.1 To remove a USB storage device on Windows® 8.1: 1. From the Start screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop Mode. 2. Click from the taskbar, then click Eject [Name of USB Drive]. 3. When the Safe to Remove Hardware message pops up, - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 25
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 2.1-channel, 4.1-channel, 5.1-channel and 7.1-channel stereo speakers. Connecting Headphone and Mic A31BF / F31BF / K31BF M32BF ASUS - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 26
K30BF ENGLISH Connecting 2.1-channel Speakers Connecting 4.1-channel Speakers 26 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 27
ENGLISH Connecting 5.1-channel Speakers Connecting 7.1-channel Speakers LINE OUT ASUS A31BF / F31BF / K31BF / M32BF / K30BF 27 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 28
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 K31BF | User Guide - Page 29
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 A31BF / F31BF / K31BF / M32BF / K30BF 29 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 30
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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 A31BF / F31BF / K31BF / M32BF / K30BF 31 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 32
enabled in your computer, 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, and then double-click the memory card icon to access the data on it. • On Windows® 10, if AutoPlay is NOT - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 33
®10, click File Explorer from the Start menu, right-click the CD/DVD drive icon, and click Eject. 2. Remove the disc from the disc tray. ASUS A31BF / F31BF / K31BF / M32BF / K30BF 33 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 34
ENGLISH 34 Chapter 3: Using your computer - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 35
ENGLISH Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection Use an RJ-45 cable to connect your computer to a DSL/ more details, refer to the sections Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection or Configuring a static IP network connection. ASUS A31BF / F31BF / K31BF / M32BF / K30BF 35 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 36
ENGLISH Connecting via a local area network (LAN) To connect via a LAN: 1. Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 37
ENGLISH Desktop mode. Windows® 10 • Do either of these two ways: • From the taskbar, right-click , then click Open Network and Sharing Center. • F rom the Start menu, click Settings > Network & Internet > Ethernet > Network and Sharing Center. ASUS A31BF / F31BF / K31BF / M32BF / K30BF - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 38
ENGLISH 2. From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen, click Change Adapter settings. 3. Right-click on your LAN and select Properties. 4. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/ - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 39
1 to 4 of the previous section. 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 A31BF / F31BF / K31BF / M32BF / K30BF 39 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 40
ENGLISH 40 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 41
ENGLISH Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter presents some problems you might encounter and the possible solutions. ? My computer cannot be powered on and the power the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card and place the antennas on ASUS A31BF / F31BF / K31BF / M32BF / K30BF 41 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 42
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 monitor connected to the VGA port has display. The dual display function works only under Windows. • When a graphics card is - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 43
the Desktop Mode from the Start screen. b) Right click anywhere on your Desktop Mode screen. When the pop-up menu appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings. On Windows® 10 From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display. ASUS A31BF / F31BF / K31BF / M32BF / K30BF 43 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 44
ENGLISH ? My speakers produce no sound. • Ensure that you connect your speakers to the Line out port (lime) on the front panel or the rear click Eject. • On Windows® 10, click File Explorer from the Start menu, right-click the CD/ DVD drive icon, and click Eject. 44 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 45
ensure that your computer is turned on. Your computer's power cord is not properly connected. • Ensure that the power cord is properly connected. • Use other compatible power cord. PSU (Power supply unit) problems Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on your computer - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 46
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 headphone is connected to the wrong port. Action • Refer to your computer's User Guide for the correct port - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 47
ENGLISH System Problem System speed is too slow Possible Cause Too many programs are again. • Contact the ASUS Service Center for assistance. Move your computer to an area with better air flow. Reinstall the OS and reinstall compatible softwares. ASUS A31BF / F31BF / K31BF / M32BF / K30BF 47 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 48
• 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 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 49
ASUS Desktop PC Windows® 8.1 / Windows® 10 User Manual Appendix Windows® 8.1 / Windows® 10 User Manual E10899 First Edition September 2015 Copyright © ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 50
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your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring the basic settings of your Windows® 8.1 operating system. To start your Desktop PC for the first time: 1. Press the power button on your Desktop PC. Wait for a few minutes until the setup screen appears. 2. From - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 52
ENGLISH Using the Windows® UI The Windows® User Interface (UI) is the tile-based display used in Windows® 8.1. 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 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 53
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 Desktop PC - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 54
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 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 55
ENGLISH Working with Windows® apps Use your Desktop PC's keyboard or mouse to launch and customize your apps. Launching apps • Position your mouse pointer on an app then drop the app to the bottom of the screen to close it. • From the running app's screen, press + . ASUS Desktop PC 55 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 56
ENGLISH Accessing the 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 • On the Start screen, click . • From the Start screen, press , then press on your keyboard - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 57
provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Desktop PC. ENGLISH Launching the Charms bar Charms bar When called out, Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to launch the Charms bar. • Move your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right corner of the screen. • Press + . ASUS Desktop PC - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 58
ENGLISH Inside the Charms bar Search This charm allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Desktop PC. Share This charm allows you to share applications via social networking sites or email. Start This charm reverts the display back to the Start screen. - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 59
apps. Ensure that your Desktop PC's screen resolution is set to 1366 x 768 pixels or higher before using the Snap feature. ENGLISH Snap bar Using Snap To use Snap: 1. Use your Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to place the first app on the left or right side of the display panel. ASUS Desktop PC 59 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 60
ENGLISH Other keyboard shortcuts Using your keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows® 8.1. Switches between the Start screen and the last running app. + + Launches the desktop. Launches the Computer window on the desktop. + - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 61
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. 4. Click Next. 5. Select Only the drive where the Windows is installed. 6. Select Just remove my files. 7. Click Reset. ASUS Desktop PC 61 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 62
ENGLISH support.asus.com To reset your PC by using Recovery DVD: • Back up all your data before using this option. • Disconnect all external hard disk drives before performing system recovery on your Desktop PC the End-User License Agreement (EULA) screen, click Accept. 3. Select Reset your PC. 4. - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 63
recovery partition from the PC to the recovery drive, and then 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 Desktop PC 63 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 64
ENGLISH Removing everything and reinstalling Windows Restoring your PC to its original factory settings can be done using the Remove everything and reinstall option s in PC complete. 1. Launch the Charm bar. 2. Click Settings > PC Settings > Update and recovery > Recovery. 3. Scroll down to view the - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 65
the help of a trained service personnel. Quickly enter the BIOS Windows® 8.1 boot time is quite fast, so we developed the following ways for you to quickly access the BIOS: • Press the power button for at least four seconds to shut down your Desktop PC, then press the power button again to turn your - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 66
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ENGLISH Chapter 2 Using Windows® 10 Starting for the first time When you start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring the basic settings of your Windows® 10 operating system. To start your Desktop PC for the first time: 1. Press the power button on - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 68
ENGLISH Using the Windows® 10 UI The Windows® 10 User Interface (UI) includes the favorite Start menu and the tiled-format on the Start screen. It includes the following features you can use while working on your Desktop PC. Click your account name to change the picture, sign out of your account, - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 69
ENGLISH Start screen The Start screen , which appears together with the Start menu, helps organize all the apps you need in just one place. The Start screen To unpin an app from the Start screen, right-click on the app to activate its settings bar then click Unpin from Start. ASUS Desktop PC 69 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 70
ENGLISH Taskbar Windows® 10 comes with the standard taskbar, which stores all your currently running apps or items in the background. Unpinning apps from the taskbar 1. - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 71
displays about four apps or more in one screen, allowing you to work or switch among apps. ENGLISH Using Snap Use your Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen. Using your mouse a) Launch an app, then drag want to b) Snap another app using and the arrow keys. ASUS Desktop PC 71 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 72
ENGLISH Keyboard shortcuts Using your keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch apps and navigate Windows® 10. Switches between the Start screen and the last running app + + Launches the desktop screens to the taskbar Your desktop PC is mirrored to your - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 73
. 1. From the Start menu, click Settings > Update & security > Recovery. 2. Scroll down to view the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option. Under this option, click Get started. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the reinstallation and reset process. ASUS Desktop PC 73 - Asus K31BF | User Guide - Page 74
CA 94539, USA Telephone +1-510-739-3777 Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Support fax Online support +1-812-282-2787 +1-812-284-0883 support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany
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