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    ASUS Desktop PC M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD User Guide M12AD / ED2AD M52AD
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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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    used in this guide 9 Where to find Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...35 Appendix Windows® 8.1 User Manual Starting for the first time...45 Windows® 8.1 lock screen...45 Using the Windows® UI...46 Working with Windows® apps...49 Other keyboard shortcuts...54 Turning your Desktop PC
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    Contents Putting your Desktop PC to sleep 55 Entering the BIOS Setup...56 Recovering your system...57 ASUS contact information ASUS contact information...60 4
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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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    avec une pile de type semblable ou équivalent, recommandée par le fabricant. Mettez au rebut 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 Industry
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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 Guide is located in the following folder in your Desktop PC: • C:\Program Files(X86
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    Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Mouse x1 Keyboard x1 Power cord x1 Dipole antenna x1 (optional) / Antenna x 1 (optional) Installation Guide DVD/SDVD/RDVD x1 (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 M12AD / ED2AD / M52AD Desktop PC! ASUS M12AD / ED2AD / M52AD Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. All these values are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and
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    M52AD ENGLISH USB 3.0 ports. be used under Windows® OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data . Insert a supported memory card into this slot. Headphone port. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard.
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    Plug the power cord to this connector. Depending on local regulations, your Desktop PC has the following power ratings: • M12AD / ED2AD / M52AD: • 220-240Vac, 3.0A, 50Hz (China) • 220-240Vac, 240Vac, 6.0A/3.0A, 50Hz-60Hz ; 220-240Vac, 3.0A, 50Hz (Asia Pacific) ASUS M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD 13
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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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    LAN port Air vents. These vents allow air ventilation. DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for your computer. ASUS M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD 15
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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 cord, to your computer. Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your monitor to the
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    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 multiple external displays in Chapter 2 of this User Guide for details. ASUS M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD 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. ` Connect your USB keyboard and USB mouse to the USB 2.0 ports. Connecting the power cord Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the
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    ON. 2. Press the power button on your computer. Power button Power button 3. Wait until the operating system loads automatically. For details on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to the Windows® 8.1 User Guide, which can be found in this manual. ASUS M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD 19
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    ENGLISH 20 Chapter 1: Getting started
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    storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to your computer. Front panel Rear panel M12AD / ED2AD M52AD M12AD / ED2AD / M52AD For details, refer to the section Removing a USB storage device in the Windows® 8.1 User Guide, which can be found in this manual. ASUS M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD 21
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    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, 5.1channel, and 7.1-channel stereo speakers. Connecting Headphone and Mic M12AD / ED2AD M52AD 22 Chapter
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    ENGLISH Connecting 2.1-channel Speakers Connecting 4.1-channel Speakers ASUS M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD 23
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    ENGLISH Connecting 5.1-channel Speakers Connecting 7.1-channel Speakers 24 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer
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    ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you to connect details, refer to the section Configuring the Screen Resolution settings in the Windows® 8.1 User Guide, which can be found in this manual. ASUS M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD 25
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    ENGLISH 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. 26
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    , 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 M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD 27
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    access your files. • 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 30 Chapter 3: Using your computer
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    for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection. • For details, refer to the section Configuring the Internet connection settings in the Windows® 8.1 User Guide, which can be found in this manual. ASUS M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD 31
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    for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection. • For details, refer to the section Configuring the Internet connection settings in the Windows® 8.1 User Guide, which can be found in this manual. 32 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 Internet connection settings in the Windows® 8.1 User Guide, which can be found in this manual. ASUS M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD 33
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    ENGLISH 34 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet
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    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This chapter presents some problems you turn it on. ? I cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only)? • Ensure that you enter the connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card and place the antennas on top of your computer
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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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    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 M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD
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    or damaged. ? The DVD drive eject button is not responding. 1. 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. • Ensure that the 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 M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD 39
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    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 40 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting
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    with compatible memory modules. • Remove the extra memory modules that you have installed, then try again. • C ontact the ASUS Service Center for assistance. Move your computer to an area with better air flow. Reinstall the OS and reinstall compatible softwares. ASUS M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD 41
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    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 at http://support.asus.com for the service center information. 42 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting
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    ASUS Desktop PC Windows® 8.1 User Manual Appendix Windows® 8.1 User Manual E8607 First Edition August 2013 Copyright © ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved
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    ENGLISH
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    screen, pick a language to use on your Desktop PC. As other settings appear, select your country or region, app language, keyboard layout, and time zone then tap Next. 3. Carefully read the License Terms, then tap I Accept. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure the following basic items
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    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 Microsoft account before they are fully launched. 46 Windows® 8.1 User Manual
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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 47
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    feature. For more details, refer to Snap feature under Working with Windows® apps. Hover your mouse pointer to launch the Charms bar. 48 Windows® 8.1 User Manual
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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 49
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    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 bar. 3. From the settings bar, click Pin to Start. 50 Windows® 8.1 User Manual
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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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    use this to revert back to a recently opened app. Devices This charm allows you to access and share files with the devices attached to your Desktop PC such as an external display or printer. Settings This charm allows you to access the PC settings of your Desktop PC. 52 Windows® 8.1 User Manual
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    pixels or higher before using the Snap feature. ENGLISH 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. place the first app on the left or right side of the display panel. ASUS Desktop PC 53
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    Switches between the Start screen and the last running app. + + Launches the desktop. Launches the Computer window on the desktop. + + + + + + + + Opens Center. Opens the Settings search pane. Opens a menu box of Windows tools 54 Windows® 8.1 User Manual
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    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 55
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    cord from your Desktop PC's power connector. Reconnect the power cord and press the power button to turn on your Desktop PC. Press during POST. POST (Power-On Self Test) is a series of software controlled diagnostic tests that run when you turn on your Desktop PC. 56 Windows® 8.1 User Manual
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    up all your data before using this option. To reset your 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 From the Control Panel's System and Security, click Find and fix problems. ASUS Desktop PC 57
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    ENGLISH 3. Click Recovery > Create a recovery drive. 4. Click Copy 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.
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    Charm bar. 2. Click Settings > PC Settings > Update and recovery > Recovery. 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. ASUS Desktop PC 59
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    -rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone (Component) +49-2102-5789555 Telephone Germany (System/Notebook/Eee/LCD) +49-2102-5789557 Telephone Austria (System/Notebook/Eee/LCD) +43-820-240513 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support support.asus.com 60 Windows® 8.1 User Manual
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