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- Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 1
Desktop PC G20AJ User Guide - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 2
any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 3
your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC 29 Using the optical drive...30 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection...31 Wi-Fi connection (on selected models only 36 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...39 Appendix: Windows® 8.1 User Manual Starting - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 4
Contents Entering the BIOS Setup...60 Recovering your system...61 ASUS contact information ASUS contact information...64 4 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - 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 ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 6
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 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 7
radio interference. Install and use equipment according to the instruction manual. Equipment registered based on the confirmation measurement at the 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 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 8
and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default. The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after 10 and 30 minutes of - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 9
you are using, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Hazardous moving parts. Desktop should be completely shutdown before servicing product. Replacing fan components should only - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 10
. 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)\ASUS\eManual 10 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 11
Package contents Desktop PC G20AJ Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Power cord x1 2nd Power cord x1 (on selected models only) Power adapter x1 2nd adapter x1 (on selected models only) Installation Guide Warranty Card x1 Installation Guide x1 • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 12
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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 vary with - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 14
Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. Optical disk drive bay. There is an optical disk drive in this bay. Optical disk drive eject button. Press this button to eject the optical disk drive and after USB 3.0 driver installation. • USB 3.0 ASUS Command, this LED lighting - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 15
Windows® operating system. • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitations, 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 only be used as data storage only. • We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 16
port (lime). 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 Audio Wizard. Line In port (light blue). This port connects to a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. Refer to the - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 17
models). Adapter rating: • 180W Input rating: 100-240V ~ 50-60Hz 2.34A Output rating: 19V 9.23A Power jack 2. This port connects to a 230W adapter (Dual adapters needed on selected models). Adapter rating: • 230W on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for your computer. ASUS G20AJ 17 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 18
tasks, Eco Energy Mode cuts down the power supplied to the discrete graphics card for a low overall system power consumption. 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. ` 18 Chapter 1: Getting started - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 19
To turn your computer ON: 1. 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® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. ASUS G20AJ 19 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 20
ENGLISH 20 Chapter 1: Getting started - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 21
2 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 and USB computer. Front panel Rear panel For details, refer to the section Removing a USB storage device in the Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this manual. ASUS G20AJ - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 22
ENGLISH Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on both the front and rear panels. The audio , and 7.1-channel stereo speakers. Connecting Headphone and Mic Connecting 2.1-channel Speakers 22 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 23
ENGLISH Connecting 4.1-channel Speakers Connecting 5.1-channel Speakers ASUS G20AJ 23 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 24
Connecting 7.1-channel Speakers ENGLISH 24 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 25
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 your computer and connect the power cords to the monitors. Refer to Setting up your computer section in Chapter 1 for details on how to connect - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 26
ENGLISH 3. Turn on your computer. 4. Do any of the following to open the Screen Resolution 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. 6. Click Apply or - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 27
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. ASUS G20AJ 27 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 28
ENGLISH 28 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 29
, 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 G20AJ 29 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 30
eject the tray: • Press the eject button below the drive bay cover. • Right-click the CD/DVD drive icon on the Computer screen, and click Eject. To open the Computer screen, hover your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows® desktop then right-click on the Start screen's thumbnail. From - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 31
DSL/cable modem. Modem RJ-45 cable 3. Turn on the DSL/cable modem and your computer. 4. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. • Contact your network administrator for details or assistance IP/PPPoE network connection or Configuring a static IP network connection. ASUS G20AJ 31 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 32
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. 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 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 33
To configure a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection: 1. From the Start screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop mode. 2. From the Windows® taskbar, right-click the network icon Sharing Center. select Properties. 5. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/ IPv4) and click Properties. ASUS G20AJ 33 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 34
6. Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. ENGLISH 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. 34 Chapter 4: - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 35
network 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 ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 36
ENGLISH Wi-Fi connection (on selected models only) Connect your computer to the Internet through a wireless connection. To establish a wireless connection, you need to signal, connect the external antennas to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card. 36 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 37
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 G20AJ 37 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 38
ENGLISH 38 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 39
chapter presents some problems you might encounter and the possible solutions. ? My computer cannot be powered on and the power LED on the front panel does not light up. • Check if your computer is properly connected. • Check if the wall outlet is functioning. • Check if the Power Supply Unit is - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 40
is plugged to a power source properly. • Refer to the documentation that came with your monitor for more troubleshooting information. ? When computer's system settings without affecting your personal data such as documents or photos. To use this recovery option, click Settings > PC Settings > Update - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 41
. • Ensure that your computer's system sounds are not drive cannot read a disc. • Check if the disc is placed with the label side facing up. • Check if the disc is centered in the tray, especially for the discs with non-standard size or shape. • Check if the disc is scratched or damaged. ASUS G20AJ - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 42
on. 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. 42 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 43
or hub. Network 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 ASUS G20AJ 43 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 44
for viruses and repair your computer. • Reinstall the operating system. Hard disk drive failure • S end 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 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 45
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 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 46
ENGLISH 46 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 47
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 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 48
ENGLISH - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 49
the first time When you start 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 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 50
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. 50 Windows® 8.1 User Manual - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 51
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 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 52
feature. For more details, refer to Snap feature under Working with Windows® apps. Hover your mouse pointer to launch the Charms bar. 52 Windows® 8.1 User Manual - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 53
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 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 54
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. 54 Windows® 8.1 User Manual - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 55
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 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 56
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 files with the devices attached to your Desktop PC such as an external display or printer. Settings This charm allows you to access the - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 57
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 57 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 58
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 58 Windows® 8.1 User Manual - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 59
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 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 60
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 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 61
up all your important data. To create a USB recovery drive: 1. Launch the Control Panel from the All Apps screen. For details, refer to Launching the All Apps screen under Working with Windows® apps. 2. From the Control Panel's System and Security, click Find and fix problems. ASUS Desktop PC 61 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 62
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. 62 Windows® 8.1 User Manual - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 63
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 63 - Asus ROG G20AJ | Users Manual for English Edition - Page 64
CA 94539, USA Telephone +1-510-739-3777 Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Support fax Online support +1-812-282-2787 +1-812-284-0883 support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany
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