Asus M11BB M11BB User's Manual

Asus M11BB Manual

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    ASUS Desktop PC M11BB User Manual
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    form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL,
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    your computer ON 20 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8 Starting for the first time 21 Using the Windows® UI 22 Working with Windows® apps 25 Other keyboard shortcuts 30 Turning your Desktop PC OFF 31 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 31 Entering the BIOS Setup 32 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to
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    Contents Chapter 6: Using the utilities ASUS AI Suite II 53 ASUS Smart Cooling System (optional 60 Recovering your system 62 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 65 ASUS contact information 72 
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    ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful 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
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    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
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    to 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. Nevertheless, it is advised to use the wireless equipment in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation
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    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 objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the Desktop PC. • DO NOT expose to strong
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    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/eManual 
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    Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Power cord x1 Keyboard x1 Installation Guide Installation Guide x1 Mouse x1 Warranty card x1 Support DVD x1 (optional) Recovery DVD x1 (optional) Antenna (optional) x1 • If any of the above items are damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated
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    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 and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. ASUS M11BB 11
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    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 into this slot. 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
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    Rear panel ENGLISH DVI HDMI Voltage selector switch. Switch to select the appropriate system input voltage. Power connector. Plug the power cord to this connector. 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,
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    ® 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. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports
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    wireless network. Expansion slot bracket. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card. ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only). The display output ports on this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models is for a PS/2 keyboard or mouse. ASUS M11BB 15
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    ASUS Graphics 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
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    an external monitor using the onboard display output ports: 1. Connect a VGA monitor to the VGA port, or a DVI-D monitor to the DVI-D port, or an HDMI monitor to the HDMI port on the rear panel of your computer. 2. Plug the monitor to a power source. DVI HDMI ASUS M11BB 17
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    ENGLISH Connecting a USB keyboard 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 18 Chapter 1: Getting started
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    ENGLISH 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 M11BB 19
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    ON: 1. Turn on the power switch. (CM6830 only) 2. Turn 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. 20
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    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 M11BB
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    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 in just
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    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 M11BB 23
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    a hand icon. Drag then drop the app to a new location. NOTE: This hotspot function only works on a running app or when you want to use the Snap feature. For more details, refer to Snap feature under Working with Windows® apps. Hover your mouse pointer to launch the Charms bar. 24 Chapter 2: Using
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    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 left-click once to launch it. • Press twice then use the arrow keys to browse through the apps. Press
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    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 settings bar. 3. From the settings bar, click Pin to Start. 26 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8
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    applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Desktop PC. ENGLISH Launching the Charms bar Charms Bar When called out, the above shows how the Charms bar looks like once activated. Use your Desktop PC's mouse or keyboard to launch the Charms bar. • Move your mouse pointer
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    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 files with the devices attached to your Desktop PC such as an external display or printer. Settings This tool allows you to access the
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    to work or switch between apps. A screen resolution of at least 1366 x 768 pixels is required to use the Snap feature. ENGLISH Snap bar Using Snap To use Snap: 1. Use your Desktop PC's mouse automatically appear in the bigger display area. 3. To switch between apps, press + . ASUS M11BB 29
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    shortcuts to help you launch applications 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
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    . • 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 M11BB 31
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    the help of a trained service personnel. Quickly enter the BIOS Windows® 8 boot time is quite fast, so we developed the following two 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
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    computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1/3.0 ports on both the HDMI Front panel Rear panel You can connect your USB storage devices to the USB 3.0 ports. To remove a USB storage device: 1. From the Start screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop ASUS M11BB 33
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    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
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    ENGLISH Connecting 2-channel Speakers Connecting 4-channel Speakers ASUS M11BB 35
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    Connecting 6-channel Speakers ENGLISH Connecting 8-channel Speakers 36 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer
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    the monitors. Refer to Setting up your computer section in Chapter 1 for details on how to connect a monitor to your computer. For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is set to be the primary display has display during POST. The dual display function works only under Windows. ASUS M11BB 37
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    , refer to Pinning an app on the Start screen from the section Working with Windows® apps. b) From the Control Panel, click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization. From the Desktop mode screen a) Launch the Desktop mode from the Start screen. b) Right click anywhere on your
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    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 M11BB 39
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    ENGLISH 40 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer
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    , 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 M11BB 41
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    is displayed on the Computer screen. 3. When finished, right-click the memory 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 popup menu
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    computer, hover your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on the Start screen's thumbnail. From the then click Eject. 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,
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    only) 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 44 Chapter 4: Using your
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    the rear panel of your computer and the other end to a DSL/cable modem. DVI HDMI Modem RJ-45 cable 3. Turn on the DSL/cable modem and your computer. 3. connection. • Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection. ASUS M11BB 45
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    on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to your LAN. DVI HDMI RJ-45 cable LAN 2. Turn on your computer. 3. Configure the necessary Internet Configuring a static IP network connection. • Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details or assistance in setting up your
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    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. and click Open Properties. 5. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) and click Properties. ASUS M11BB 47
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    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. 48 Chapter 5:
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    and click the connection you just created. 13. Enter your user name and password. Click Connect to connect to the 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 M11BB
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    ENGLISH Wireless connection (on selected models only) Connect your computer to the Internet through a wireless connection. To establish a wireless connection, you need to connect to a wireless access point (AP). Wireless AP DVI HDMI Modem DVI HDMI 50 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet
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    2. From the Charms bar, select Settings and click the network icon . 3. Select the network that you want to connect to from the list. 4. Click Connect. ASUS M11BB 51
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    ENGLISH 52 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet
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    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 settings • The applications in the Tool menu vary with models. • The screenshots of AI Suite II in this user manual are
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    saving engine is activated Displays the amount of CO2 reduced *Shifts between the 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
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    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 M11BB 55
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    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
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    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 M11BB 57
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    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
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    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 M11BB 59
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    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 the BIOS Setup program. For details, refer to the section
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    Clean Level and press to display its configuration performance (standard setting). • Performance: Fan's full performance (best performance but noisy) 5. Press and click Yes setup process. During the system reboot, the Power LED flashes to indicate that the dust extraction fan
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    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 All Apps screen under Working with Windows® apps. 2. From the Control Panel's System and Security, click Find and fix problems. 62 Chapter 6:
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    the 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 M11BB 63
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    complete. 1. Launch the Charms 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. 64 Chapter
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    your chassis until the computer shuts down. Then press the Power button to turn it on. ? I cannot connect to a wireless network 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
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    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
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    Working with Windows® apps. b) From the Control Panel, click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization. From the Desktop Mode screen a) Launch the Desktop • From the Desktop Mode screen, click from the Windows taskbar, then the speakers are working properly. ? Windows® desktop then
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    cord is not properly connected. PSU (Power supply unit) problems Action • Set your computer's power voltage switch to your area's power requirements. • Adjust the voltage settings. Ensure that the power cord is unplugged from the power outlet. Press the power key on the front panel to ensure
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    Cause Speaker or headphone is connected to the wrong port. Speaker or headphone does not work. The front and back audio ports do not work. Driver problems Action • Refer to your computer's user manual for the correct port. • Disconnect and reconnect the speaker to your computer. Try using another
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    attack Hard disk drive failure Memory module problems There is not enough air ventilation for S end the damaged hard disk drive to ASUS Service Center for servicing. • Replace with a new hard disk installed, then try again. • Contact the ASUS Service Center for assistance. Move your computer to
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    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
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    15 Li-Te Road, 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
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ASUS Desktop PC
M11BB
User Manual