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    ASUS Desktop PC M31AD and M51AD User Manual M31AD M51AD
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    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
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    in this guide 9 Where Desktop PC 29 Using the memory card reader 30 Using the optical drive 31 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection 33 Wireless connection (on selected models only 35 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 37 Appendix Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual
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    Windows® Help and Support 54 Using Windows® 8.1 Starting for the first time 55 Windows® 8.1 lock screen 55 Using the Windows® UI 56 Working with Windows® apps 59 Other keyboard shortcuts 64 Turning your Desktop PC OFF 65 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 65 Entering the BIOS Setup 66 Other
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    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
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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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    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
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    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
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    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
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    Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Power cord x1 DVD/SDVD/RDVD x1 (optional) Installation Guide Dipole antenna x1 (optional) / Antenna x 1 (optional) Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The
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    Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS M31AD and M51AD Desktop PC! The ASUS M31AD and M51AD Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. All these values are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish
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    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. . Headphone port. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard. Optical disk drive bay. There is an optical disk
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    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 . This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard. Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer
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    Digital™ / MultiMediaCard card into this slot. Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card slot. Insert a Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card into this slot. Rear panel M31AD / M51AD 14 Chapter 1: Getting started
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    Power connector. Plug the power cord to this connector. Depending on local regulations, your Desktop PC has the following power ratings: • M31AD: • 110~120Vac / 220~240Vac, 8.0A/4.0A, 60Hz/50Hz • 220~230Vac, the audio ports in a 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 15
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    Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out - 7.1-channel Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side Speaker Out ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only). This optional WLAN card allows your computer to connect to a wireless network. Expansion slot brackets. Remove the
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    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. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 17
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    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
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    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 M31AD and M51AD 19
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    the power button on your computer. M31AD M51AD Power button Power button 3. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. For details on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. 20 Chapter 1: Getting started
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    This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 and USB 3.0 ports on 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 M31AD Rear panel M31AD / M51AD ASUS M31AD and
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    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 2.1-channel, 4.1-channel, 5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel stereo speakers. Connecting Headphone and Mic M31AD 22 Chapter
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    ENGLISH M51AD Connecting 2.1-channel Speakers ASUS M31AD and M51AD 23
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    ENGLISH Connecting 4.1-channel Speakers Connecting 5.1-channel Speakers 24 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer
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    Connecting 7.1-channel Speakers ENGLISH ASUS M31AD and M51AD 25
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    ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and 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
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    the section Configuring the Screen Resolution settings in the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. Connecting an HDTV Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of performance, ensure that your HDMI cable is less than 15 meters. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 27
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    ENGLISH 28 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer
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    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 M31AD and M51AD 29
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    the data on it. • On Windows® 8.1, if AutoPlay is NOT 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
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    Windows® 8.1, 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, 8.1, hover your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on the Start screen's thumbnail. From the popup
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    ENGLISH 32 Chapter 3: Using your computer
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    details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection. • For details, refer to the section Configuring the Internet connection settings in the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 33
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    details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection. • For details, refer to the section Configuring the Internet connection settings in the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. 34 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet
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    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 connection settings in the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 35
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    ENGLISH 36 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet
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    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter presents some problems it on. ? I cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only)? • Ensure that you enter the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card and place the antennas on the top of
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    • Refer to the documentation that came with your monitor for more troubleshooting information. ? When using multiple monitors, only one monitor has display. connect your USB storage device to your computer, Windows automatically installs a driver for it. Wait for a while and go to My Computer to
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    this recovery option, click Settings > PC Settings > Update and recovery > Desktop Mode screen a) Launch 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. ASUS M31AD
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    eject button is not responding. 1. On Windows® 7, click > Computer. On Windows® 8.1, 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 to open the Computer screen. 2. Right-click , then
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    Your computer's power cord is not properly connected. PSU (Power supply unit) problems Action • Set your computer's power voltage switch to your area's power other compatible power cord. Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on your computer. ASUS M31AD and M51AD 41
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    . Signal cable problems Action • Connect ASUS service center. Ensure that your computer is properly connected to a router or hub. Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the correct LAN settings. Close the anti-virus software. Reinstall the LAN driver 42 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting
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    ports do not work. Driver problems Action • R efer to your computer's user manual for the correct port. end the damaged hard disk drive to ASUS Service Center for servicing. • Replace with a new hard disk , then try again. • Contact the ASUS Service Center for assistance. Move your computer to an
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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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