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    ASUS Desktop PC BT1AD (SD220) User Manual
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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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    Desktop PC 25 Using the optical drive 26 Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS 27 Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS 28 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection 29 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 31 Appendix Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual
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    Windows® Help and Support 48 Using Windows® 8.1 Starting for the first time 49 Windows® 8.1 lock screen 49 Using the Windows® UI 50 Working with Windows® apps 53 Other keyboard shortcuts 58 Turning your Desktop PC OFF 59 Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 59 Entering the BIOS Setup 60 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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    device is restricted to indoor use when operating in the 5.15 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
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    power and peripherals before cleaning. Wipe the Desktop PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water then remove any extra moisture with a dry cloth. • DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Seek servicing
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    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 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 (Optional) Mouse x1 (Optional) Power adapter x1 Power cord x1 Support DVD x1 ASUS Desktop PC Quick Start Guide Recovery DVD x1 (Optional) Desktop stand x1 Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 Mouse pad x1 (optional) Antenna x1 (optional) •
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    and user-centric 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
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    Front panel ENGLISH Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. USB 3.0 ports. These Universal Serial USB 3.0 devices can only be used under a Windows® OS environment and after USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can be used for data storage only. • We strongly recommend
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    a supported memory card into this slot. Rear panel Air vents. These vents allow air ventilation. DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for your computer. Pad lock slot. This slot is used to secure the desktop PC using a standard pad lock. ASUS BT1AD 13
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    your desktop PC using Kensington service personnel. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone. Line Out port (green). This port connects to a headphone or speaker. In a 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. Supported by ASUS
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    channel Line In Front Speaker Out Bass/Center Power connector. Plug the power adapter to this connector. • Power adapter specifications: • Input: 100-240VAC, 50~60Hz, 2.0A • Output: +19VDC, 6.32A DVI-I port. This port is for your desktop PC's DVI-I digital signal connection. USB 2.0 ports. These
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    ENGLISH Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power adapter to your computer. Using the onboard display output ports Connect your monitor to the onboard display output port. To connect an
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    a 100V~240V power source. 3. Connect the power connector to the rear panel of your computer. • Use only the adapter that came with your package. Using other adapters may damage the device. • Power adapter specifications: • Input: 100-240VAC, 50~60Hz, 2.0A • Output: +19VDC, 6.32A ASUS BT1AD 17
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    Turn your monitor ON. 2. Press the power button on your computer. 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. 18 Chapter 1: Getting started
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    USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 and BIOS section in Chapter 3 of this user manual for details. Front panel Rear panel For details, refer to the section Removing a USB storage device in the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. ASUS BT1AD
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    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, click File Explorer to open the Computer screen. Never remove cards while or
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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 , 4.1channel, 5.1-channel and 7.1-channel stereo speakers. Connecting Headphone and Mic Connecting 2.1-channel Speakers LINE OUT ASUS BT1AD 21
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    ENGLISH LINE OUT Connecting 4.1-channel Speakers Connecting 5.1-channel Speakers LINE OUT 22 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer
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    Connecting 7.1-channel Speakers ENGLISH LINE OUT ASUS BT1AD 23
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    ENGLISH 24 Chapter 2: 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 BT1AD 25
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    insert an optical disc: 1. While your system is on, press the eject button to open the tray. 2. Place the disc on the optical drive with the label side outward if the desktop is positioned vertically and the label side up if the desktop is positioned horizontally. 3. Push the tray gently to close it
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    or enable the front and rear USB 2.0 and 3.0 ports: 1. Press to enter the BIOS Setup at startup. 2. From the BIOS Setup screen, click Advanced > USB Configuration > USB Single Port Control. 3. Select the USB port made. Refer to Chapter 1 for the locations of the USB ports. ASUS BT1AD 27
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    the changes made. Take note of this password, which you would need to access the HDD. To change the password for your HDD from the BIOS Setup: 1. Follow steps 1 and 2 of the previous section to open the HDD Password screen. 2. Select the Set User Password item and press . 3. From the
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    to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to a DSL/cable modem. Modem RJ-45 cable ASUS BT1AD 29
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    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. Connecting via a local area network (LAN) To connect via a LAN: 1. Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to the
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    Task. • If the keyboard is not responding, press and hold the Power button on the top of 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
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    is plugged to a power source properly. • Refer to the documentation that came with your monitor for more troubleshooting information. ? When using you 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 check if
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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 BT1AD
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    . • Check if the disc is scratched or damaged. ? The DVD drive 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
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    unplugged from the power outlet. Press the power key on the front panel to ensure that your computer is 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. ASUS BT1AD 35
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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 36 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting
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    ports do not work. Driver problems Action • Refer 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. • C ontact 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. • C ontact 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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    ASUS Desktop PC Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual Appendix Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual E8623 First Edition August 2013 Copyright © ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved
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    40
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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® 7 operating system. Review your date and time settings. Click Next. The system loads the new settings and restarts. You may now start using your computer. ASUS Desktop PC
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    ENGLISH Using Windows® 7 desktop Click the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more information about Windows® computer. It also provides you with more information about Windows 7 through its Help and Support feature. Launching items from the Start menu To launch items from the Start menu: 1.
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    from the taskbar: 1. From the taskbar, right-click the program that you want to remove from the taskbar, then select Unpin this program from taskbar. ASUS Desktop PC 43
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    ENGLISH Using the notification area By default, the notification area shows these three icons: Action Center notification Click this icon to display all the alert messages/notifications and launch the Windows® Action Center. Network connection This icon displays the connection status and signal
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    files: 1. Launch Windows Explorer. 2. Right-click anywhere on the View pane. 3. From the menu that appears, select Group by, then select your preferred grouping type. ASUS Desktop PC 45
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    not back up your programs, FATformatted files, Recycle Bin files, or temporary files that are 1GB or more. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to finish the process. Restoring your system settings The Windows® System Restore feature creates a restore point where the computer's system settings are
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    information, system maintenance information, and the option to automatically troubleshoot and fix some common computer problems. You may customize the notifications. For more details, refer Standard user or Administrator as the user type. 6. When done, click Create Account. ASUS Desktop PC 47
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    & Activate. 3. Input your e-mail address and select your location. Click Next. 4. Click Finish to complete the activation. Getting Windows® Help and Support Windows® Help and Support provides you with guides and answers in using the applications in Windows® 7 platform. To launch Windows® Help and
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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
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    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 all the programs and applications you need
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    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 51
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    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
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    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 53
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    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. Pinning
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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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    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.
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    768 pixels or higher before using the Snap feature. 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. key to place the first app on the left or right side of the display panel. ASUS Desktop PC 57
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    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. + + + + + + + + Opens the File search pane. Opens the Share pane. Opens the Settings pane. Opens
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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 Desktop PC 59
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    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
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    . 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 . Doing so may cause data loss or damage the USB storage device. ASUS Desktop PC 61
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    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. • Remove this display: Select this options to remove the selected display
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    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. 3. Click Apply or click Change Adapter settings. 3. Right-click on your LAN and select Properties. ASUS Desktop PC 63
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    ENGLISH 4. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), then click Properties. 5. Select Obtain an IP address automatically if you want the IP settings to be assigned automatically. Otherwise, select Use the following IP address: and key in IP address and Subnet mask. 6. Select Obtain DNS server
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    icon in the taskbar and click the connection you just created. 14. Enter your user name and password. Click Connect to connect to the Internet. ASUS Desktop PC 65
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    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. connection: 1. From the Start screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop mode. 66 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7 / Windows®
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    4(TCP/IPv4) and click Properties. 6. Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection. ASUS Desktop PC 67
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    ENGLISH 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. 9. Select Broadband (PPPoE) and click Next. 68 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 functions
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    connection: 1. Repeat steps 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 Desktop PC 69
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    ENGLISH Wireless connection Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Windows® 7 To connect to a Wi-Fi network: 1. Click the network icon in the notification area to display the available wireless networks. 2. Select the wireless network that you want to connect to, then click Connect. 3. You may need to key
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    ENGLISH 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 Desktop PC 71
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    0. The system recovery partition is created at the factory and cannot be restored if deleted. Take your Desktop PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with the recovery process. Using the system recovery partition: 1. Press during bootup. 2. Highlight Windows Setup [EMS
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    backed up before doing a full recovery of your operating system to avoid losing important files. Download the multi-language versions of this notice from the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com ASUS Desktop PC 73
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    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 to avoid restoring Windows on the wrong partition or drive. 1. Press during bootup. 2. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive
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    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 75
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    take a while to complete. 1. Launch the Charm bar. 2. Click Settings > PC Settings > Update and recovery > Recovery. 3. Scroll down to view the Remove . Under this option, click Get Started. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the reinstallation and reset process. 76 Chapter 2: Using
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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
BT1AD (SD220)
User Manual