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Contents
Notices
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Safety information
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Conventions used in this guide
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Where to find more information
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Package contents
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Chapter 1
Getting started
Welcome!
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Getting to know your computer
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Setting up your computer
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Turning your computer ON/OFF
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Chapter 2
Using Windows
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Starting for the first time
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Using Windows
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7 desktop
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Managing your files and folders
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Restoring your system settings
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Protecting your computer
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Getting Windows
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Help and Support
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Chapter 3
Connecting devices to your computer
Connecting a USB storage device
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Connecting microphone and speakers
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Chapter 4
Using your computer
Proper posture when using your Desktop PC
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Using the optical drive (on selected models only)
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Chapter 5
Connecting to the Internet
Wired connection
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Chapter 6
Using the utilities
ASUS AI Suite II
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ASUS WebStorage
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ASUS Easy Update
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ASUS AI Manager
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ASUS Secure Delete
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