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ASUS Desktop PC User Guide Smart Card SD/MMC/MS D540MA / D5402TOWER D540MB SD/MMC/MS Smart Card D540MC / D5403TOWER D540SA / D5404SFF - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 2
in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without intent to infringe. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language website at https://www.asus.com/support/. 2 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 3
this guide BIOS 48 Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS 49 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection...51 Wi-Fi connection (on selected models only 58 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ASUS Business Manager...59 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 4
Contents Appendix Windows® 7 / Windows® 10 User Manual Chapter 1 Using Windows® 7 Preloading the USB 2.0/3.0 drivers for Windows® 7 installation 79 Starting for the first time...84 Using Windows® 7 desktop...85 Managing your files and folders 87 Restoring your system settings 89 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 5
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 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 6
uniquement avec une batterie de type semblable ou équivalent, recommandée par le fabricant. Jeter 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 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 7
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). Wireless Radio Use This device is - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 8
the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. Full text of EU declaration of conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. The Wi-Fi operating in the band 5150-5350MHz shall be restricted to indoor use for countries listed in the table below: AT BE - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 9
the optical drive by yourself. For your safety, contact a professional technician for assistance. Service warning label WARNING! INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR specified herein or in the laser product installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure. 9 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 10
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 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 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 11
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 https://www.asus.com/support/contact for the contact information of - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 12
Package contents Smart Card SD/MMC/MS ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Power cord x1 Support DVD x1 Installation Guide Recovery DVD x1 (Optional) Nero burning software DVD x1 (Optional) Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 ASUS mouse pad x 1 (Optional) • If any of the above items - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 13
reliability, 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 and their locations, and - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 14
ENGLISH Front panel D540MA / D5402TOWER Smart Card SD/MMC/MS Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. Microphone port. This Mic (pink) port connects a microphone. Headphone - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 15
, USB 3.2 gen1 devices can only be used under a Windows® OS environment and after USB 3.2 gen1 driver installation. • USB 3.2 gen1 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that This Line In (lime) port connects a headphone with a stereo miniplug. ASUS Desktop PC 15 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 16
system. • Due to USB 3.2 gen1 controller limitations, USB 3.2 gen1 devices can only be used under a Windows® OS environment and after USB 3.2 gen1 driver installation. • USB 3.2 gen1 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.2 gen1 devices to USB - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 17
USB 3.2 gen1 devices can only be used under a Windows® OS environment and after USB 3.2 gen1 driver installation. • USB 3.2 gen1 devices can only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend to USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. ASUS Desktop PC 17 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 18
D540SA / D5404SFF ENGLISH SD/MMC/MS Smart Card Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. Optical disk drive eject button (optional). Press this button to eject the optical disk drive tray. Optical disk drive (optional). This optical disk drive reads or writes data to or from - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 19
only be used under a Windows® OS environment and after USB 3.2 gen1 driver installation. • USB 3.2 gen1 devices can be used as data storage only faster and better performance for your USB 3.2 gen1 devices. Rear panel D540MA / D5402TOWER Power connector. Plug the power cord to this connector. RATING - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 20
ENGLISH PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. USB 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10Gbps) ports (teal blue, Type A). These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus 3.1 (USB 3.2) Gen 2 ports are for USB 3.2 Gen 2 devices. • USB 3.2 Gen 2 / Gen 1 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 21
ENGLISH Expansion slot brackets. 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. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 22
, and others. • DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.2 gen1 port when installing a Windows® operating system. • Windows® 7 requires USB 3.2 gen1 driver to be installed before using USB 3.2 gen1 devices. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.2 gen1 devices to USB 3.2 gen1 ports for - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 23
Side Speaker Out Expansion slot brackets. 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. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 24
ENGLISH Serial port (on selected models only). This COM port is for pointing devices or other serial devices. LPT connector (on selected models only). Connect a parallel device such as a printer to this LPT (Line Printing Terminal) connector. Serial port. This COM port is for pointing devices or - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 25
gen1 port when installing a Windows® operating system. • Windows® 7 requires USB 3.2 gen1 driver to be installed before using USB 3.2 gen1 devices. • We strongly recommend that you connect when installing an expansion card. ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only). The display output ports - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 26
ENGLISH LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Status Description OFF No link ORANGE Linked BLINKING Data activity Speed LED Status OFF ORANGE GREEN Description 10Mbps - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 27
. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. ASUS Desktop PC 27 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 28
/230Vac, 50-60Hz, 6/3A or 220-230Vac, 50Hz, 3A Expansion slot brackets. Remove the expansion slot bracket 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. LPT connectors (on selected models - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 29
your computer This section guides you through connecting 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. D540MA / D5402TOWER ASUS - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 30
a DVI-D monitor to the DVI-D port on the rear panel of your computer. 2. Plug the monitor to a power source. D540MA / D5402TOWER D540MB D540MC / D5403TOWER D540SA / D5404SFF DVI • If your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in the - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 31
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. D540MA / D5402TOWER DVI D540MB D540MC / D5403TOWER ASUS Desktop PC 31 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 32
ENGLISH D540SA / D5404SFF ` 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. D540MA / D5402TOWER D540MB 32 Chapter 1: Getting started - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 33
ENGLISH D540MC / D5403TOWER D540SA / D5404SFF For safety purposes, ONLY connect the power cord to a grounded electrical outlet. ASUS Desktop PC 33 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 34
your computer ON: 1. Turn your monitor ON. 2. Press the power button on your computer. 3. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. D540MA / D5402TOWER Power button D540MB Smart Card SD/MMC/MS Smart Card SD/MMC/MS Power button D540MC / D5403TOWER Power button D540SA / D5404SFF - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 35
the front and rear USB 2.0 and USB 3.2 gen1 ports individually from the BIOS Setup. Refer to the Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS section in Chapter 3 of this user manual for details. Front panel D540MA / D5402TOWER D540MB Smart Card SD/MMC/MS D540MC / D5403TOWER D540SA / D5404SFF SD - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 36
ENGLISH Rear panel D540MA / D5402TOWER D540MB D540MC / D5403TOWER D540SA / D5404SFF 36 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 37
computer. DO NOT remove a USB storage device when data transfer is in progress. Doing so may cause data loss or damage the USB storage device. ASUS Desktop PC 37 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 38
to the external audio output. • When you disconnect the audio device, you need to manually change the audio output to the internal speaker from the Control Panel. Connecting Headphone and Mic D540MA / D5402TOWER Smart Card SD/MMC/MS D540MB 38 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 39
ENGLISH D540MC / D5403TOWER D540SA / D5404SFF SD/MMC/MS Smart Card SD/MMC/MS Smart Card ASUS Desktop PC 39 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 40
ENGLISH LINE OUT Connecting 2.1-channel Speakers Connecting 4.1-channel Speakers LINE OUT 40 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 41
Connecting 5.1-channel Speakers ENGLISH LINE OUT Connecting 7.1-channel Speakers LINE OUT Smart Card SD/MMC/MS ASUS Desktop PC 41 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 42
ENGLISH Changing to the external audio output When you connect an external audio device to your Desktop PC, enable the audio device output to ensure a clear audio quality. To change to the external audio output: 1. Connect an external audio device such as earphone or speaker to the rear Line Out - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 43
the power cords to the monitors. Refer to Setting up your computer section in Chapter 1 for details on how to connect a monitor to your computer. D540MA / D5402TOWER Smart Card SD/MMC/MS D540MB ASUS Desktop PC 43 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 44
ENGLISH D540MC / D5403TOWER D540SA / D5404SFF SD/MMC/MS Smart Card 3. Turn on your computer. 4. From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display. 5. Configure the settings for your displays. For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is set to be the primary display has display during - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 45
the back of your chair so that the base of your spine is firmly supported and angled slightly backward. • Sit upright with your knees, elbows and hips mouse close to the keyboard, and if necessary, use a wrist rest for support to reduce the pressure on your wrists while typing. • Use your Desktop PC - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 46
ENGLISH Using the memory card reader (optional) Digital cameras and other digital imaging devices use memory cards to store digital picture or media files. The built-in memory card reader on the front panel of your system allows you to read from and write to different memory card drives. Smart - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 47
cover. • From the Start menu, click File Explorer, right-click the CD/DVD drive icon, and click Eject. 2. Remove the disc from the disc tray. ASUS Desktop PC 47 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 48
Setup. To disable or enable the front and rear USB 2.0 and USB 3.2 gen1 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 that you want to enable or disable. 4. Press - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 49
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 on top of the screen shows Not Installed. ASUS Desktop PC 49 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 50
ENGLISH 50 Chapter 3: Using your computer - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 51
an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to a DSL/cable modem. D540MA / D5402TOWER RJ-45 cable Modem ASUS Desktop PC 51 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 52
D540MB ENGLISH RJ-45 cable D540MC / D5403TOWER Modem RJ-45 cable D540SA / D5404SFF Modem Modem RJ-45 cable 52 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 53
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 the rear panel of your computer and the other end to your LAN. D540MA / D5402TOWER D540MB RJ-45 cable LAN RJ-45 cable LAN ASUS Desktop PC 53 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 54
D540MC / D5403TOWER ENGLISH RJ-45 cable LAN D540SA / D5404SFF RJ-45 cable LAN 2. Turn on your computer. 3. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. • Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection. • For more details, refer to the - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 55
and Sharing Center screen, click Change Adapter settings. 3. Right-click on your LAN and select Properties. 4. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/ IPv4) and click Properties. ASUS Desktop PC 55 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 56
ENGLISH 5. Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. 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. 56 Chapter 4: Connecting - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 57
Broadband (PPPoE) and click Next. 10. Follow the next onscreen instructions to complete the setup. Configuring a static IP network connection To . 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. - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 58
Wireless AP Modem • To increase the range and sensitivity 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 wireless performance. • The external antenna is an optional item. 58 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 59
a set of tools for customizing and maintaining your ASUS computer. Installing ASUS Business Manager 1. Insert your ASUS support DVD into your optical drive. 2. On the support CD window, click Utilities > ASUS Business Manager. 3. On the ASUS Manager setup screen, select the applications you want to - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 60
ENGLISH Starting ASUS Manager Launch ASUS Manager from the Start Menu by clicking Start > ASUS > ASUS Manager Icon View and List View ASUS Manager has an Icon View and List View. Click the List View icon tools available for your system. to display a list of Icon View List - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 61
ENGLISH System The System Information screen displays hardware and software details about your computer. Update Click Update on the main ASUS Manager screen to download and install hardware drivers, the latest BIOS, and updated ASUS applications. ASUS Desktop PC 61 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 62
. PC Cleanup PC Cleanup provides options to remove temporary and unnecessary files from your computer to free up hard drive space. ASUS Secure Delete ASUS Secure Delete keeps your files secure by making deleted files completely irrecoverable using a simple drag-and-drop interface. 62 Chapter - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 63
of the following to add files to the deletion box: • Drag and drop the files to the deletion box. • Right-click the file then select ASUS Secure Delete. 2. To remove a file from the deletion list, select the file, then click . 3. Tick Delete the files listed in the recycle bin if you - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 64
USB ports, card reader and optical drive from unwanted access by setting up a password. Backup & Recovery Click Recovery on the main ASUS Manager screen to begin Windows maintenance tasks such as system restoration, adjusting startup settings and repairing Windows with a recovery disk. 64 Chapter - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 65
. With Power Manager, you can specity time settings for system hibernation, sleep, display and hard drive activity. Tool Click Tool on the main ASUS Manager screen to access the Support screen, Ai Booting or MyLogo. Support Support lists links to ASUS support web sites and contact information - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 66
ENGLISH Ai Booting Ai Booting displays a list of bootable storage devices. Select a device and click the left/right buttons to modify the boot sequence. 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 D540MA | Users Manual - Page 67
the first option, download the BIOS file to your computer using ASUS Update. 2. Click Browse to locate the picture file that you want to use as the boot logo (and the downloaded BIOS if required) and then click Run. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process. ASUS Desktop PC 67 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 68
ENGLISH 68 Chapter 5: Using ASUS Business Manager - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 69
ENGLISH Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter presents some problems you might encounter and 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 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 70
• 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 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 71
the resolution. 3. Click Apply or OK. Then click Keep Changes on the confirmation message. On Windows® 10 • From the Start menu, click Settings > System > Display. ASUS Desktop PC 71 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 72
responding. 1. On Windows® 7, click > Computer. On Windows® 10, from the Start menu, click File Explorer. 2. Right-click , then click Eject from the menu. 72 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 73
ENGLISH Power Problem No power (The power indicator is off) Possible Cause Incorrect power voltage Action • Set 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 D540MA | Users Manual - Page 74
settings Problems caused by the antivirus software Driver problems 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 74 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 75
system. Hard disk drive failure • Send the damaged hard disk drive to ASUS Service Center for servicing. • Replace with a new hard disk drive. The system often hangs or freezes. Memory module problems There is not enough air ventilation for your computer. Incompatible software are installed - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 76
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 at https://www.asus.com/support for the service center information. 76 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 77
ASUS Desktop PC Windows® 7 / Windows® 10 User Manual Appendix Windows® 7 / Windows® 10 User Manual E11014 First Edition October 2015 Copyright © ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 78
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mouse during the Windows® 7 installation. The following steps guide you in preloading the USB 2.0/3.0 drivers and installing Windows® 7. Method 1: Preloading/installing via ODD and USB device 1. Ensure that you have the following: • ASUS Support DVD (included with your Desktop PC package) • Windows - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 80
6. The USB 2.0/3.0 driver loads automatically during the installation startup. 7. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Windows® 7 installation. Method 2: Preloading/installing via ASUS EZ Installer 1. Ensure that you have the following: • ASUS Support DVD (included with your Desktop PC - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 81
Windows® 7 OS disk to USB storage device a) Select Windows 7 OS disk to USB storage device then click Next. b) Check I agree and then click Next. c) Select the source of the Windows® 7 installation disk then click Next. 81 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 82
d) Select the USB storage device and click Next. e) Click the refresh icon if the USB storage device is not displayed. Click Yes to clear the contents on the USB storage device and create a bootable USB device. The USB storage device will be formatted, so ensure that you have backed up your data - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 83
b) Check I agree and then click Next. c) Select the source of the Windows® 7 installation disk then click Next. d) Select the folder to save the modified Windows® 7 installation ISO file and click Next. 83 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 84
Power on your ASUS Desktop PC and driver is loaded automatically during installation startup. 9. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Windows® 7 installation. Starting for the first time When you start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 85
useful items on your 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. From the Windows programs on the Start menu or taskbar on this chapter. ASUS Desktop PC 85 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 86
ENGLISH Pinning items on the jumplists When you right-click an icon on the taskbar, a jumplist launches to provide you with quick-access to the program's or item's related links.You may pin items on the jumplist such as favorite websites, often-visited folders or drives, or recently played media - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 87
Windows® Explorer To launch Windows Explorer: 1. From the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu. 2. Click Computer to launch Windows Explorer. ASUS Desktop PC 87 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 88
ENGLISH Exploring files and folders To explore files and folders: 1. Launch Windows® Explorer. 2. From the navigation or view pane, browse for the location of your data. 3. From the breadcrumb bar, click the arrow to display the contents of the drive or folder. Customizing the file/folder view To - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 89
, 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 > Accessories > System Tools > System Restore. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process. ASUS Desktop PC 89 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 90
7 Action Center provides you with alert notifications, security 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 to the previous section Customizing icons and - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 91
& 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 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 92
if deleted. Take your Desktop PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with the recovery process. Using the system recovery 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Using the - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 93
. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will be unusable. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. ASUS Desktop PC 93 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 94
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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® 10 operating system. read the License Terms, then tap I Accept. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items: • Personalize • Get online • - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 96
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 D540MA | Users Manual - Page 97
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 97 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 98
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. From the Start screen or taskbar, right-click the app you want to unpin. 2. Click Unpin from Start or Unpin this program from - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 99
snap the app in place. and the arrow keys to select the direction where you want to b) Snap another app using and the arrow keys. ASUS Desktop PC 99 - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 100
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 Launches File Explorer + or + + + + + + - Asus D540MA | Users Manual - Page 101
, 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 101
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ASUS Desktop PC
User Guide
D540MA / D5402TOWER
D540MB
D540SA / D5404SFF
SD/MMC/MS
Smart Card
D540MC / D5403TOWER