Asus M11AD User Manual

ASUS Desktop PCM11ADUser ManualUser Manual

10ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1Installation GuidePower cord x1 Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1Support DVD (optional) x1Recovery DVD (opt

ASUS M11AD 11Chapter 1Getting startedGetting to know your computerIllustrations are for reference only. The ports and their locations, and the chassis

12 Chapter 1: Getting startedENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHFront panelMultiMediaCard(MMC) / xD-Picture (XD) / Secure Digital™ (SD) / High Capacity Secur

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 13ENGLISHENGLISHRear panelVoltage selector switch. Switch to select the appropriate system input voltage.Power connector. Plu

14 Chapter 1: Getting startedENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISH Audio 2, 4, or 6 congurationPortHeadset 2-channel4-channel 6-channelLight Blue Line In Lin

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 15ENGLISHENGLISHAir vents. These vents allow air ventilation.DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper

16 Chapter 1: Getting startedENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHSetting up your computerThis section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices,

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 17ENGLISHENGLISHUsing the onboard display output portsConnect your monitor to the onboard display output port.To connect an e

18 Chapter 1: Getting startedENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHConnecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouseConnect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB po

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 19ENGLISHENGLISHTurning your computer ON/OFFThis section describes how to turn on/off your computer after setting up your com

2Copyright © 2013 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reprod

20 Chapter 1: Getting startedENGLISHENGLISH

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 21Chapter 2Using Windows® 7Starting for the rst timeWhen you start your computer for the rst time, a series of screens appe

22 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7ENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHUsing Windows® 7 desktopUsing the Start menuThe Start menu gives you access to programs, uti

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 23ENGLISHENGLISHPinning items on the jumplistsWhen you right-click an icon on the taskbar, a jumplist launches to provide you

24 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7ENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHUsing the notication areaBy default, the notication area shows these three icons:Action Ce

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 25ENGLISHENGLISHExploring les and foldersTo explore les and folders:1. Launch Windows® Explorer.2. From the navigation or

26 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7ENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHAdding a new folderTo add a new folder:1. Launch Windows Explorer.2. From the toolbar, cli

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 27ENGLISHENGLISHProtecting your computerUsing Windows® 7 Action CenterWindows® 7 Action Center provides you with alert notic

28 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7ENGLISHENGLISHSetting up a user’s passwordTo set up a user’s password:1. Select the user that you would like to set a p

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 29Chapter 3Using Windows® 8Starting for the rst timeWhen you start your computer for the rst time, a series of screens appe

3ContentsNotices ... 5Safety information ...

30 Chapter 3: Using Windows® 8ENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHUsing the Windows® UIThe Windows® User Interface (UI) is the tile-based display used in Wind

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 31ENGLISHENGLISHHotspotsOnscreen hotspots allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your Desktop PC. The functi

32 Chapter 3: Using Windows® 8ENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHHotspot Actionupper left corner Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app’s thum

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 33ENGLISHENGLISHWorking with Windows® appsUse your Desktop PC’s keyboard or mouse to launch and customize your apps.Launching

34 Chapter 3: Using Windows® 8ENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHAccessing the All Apps screenFrom the All Apps screen, you can congure an apps settings or

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 35ENGLISHENGLISHCharms barThe Charms bar is a toolbar that can be triggered on the right side of your screen. It consists of

36 Chapter 3: Using Windows® 8ENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHInside the Charms barSearch This tool allows you to look for les, applications, or programs

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 37ENGLISHENGLISHSnap featureThe Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps.A sc

38 Chapter 3: Using Windows® 8ENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHOther keyboard shortcutsUsing your keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to hel

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 39ENGLISHENGLISH + <+>Launches the magnier and zooms in your screen. + <->Zooms out your screen. + <,>Allo

4ContentsChapter 5: Using your computerProper posture when using your Desktop PC... 49Using the memory car

40 Chapter 3: Using Windows® 8ENGLISHENGLISHEntering the BIOS SetupBIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that are neede

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 41Chapter 4Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage deviceThis desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 and USB 3.

42 Chapter 4: Connecting devices to your computerENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHConnecting microphone and speakersThis desktop PC comes with microphone p

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 43ENGLISHENGLISHConnecting 2.1-channel SpeakersConnecting 4.1-channel SpeakersConnecting 6-channel Speakers

44 Chapter 4: Connecting devices to your computerENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHConnecting multiple external displaysYour desktop PC may come with VGA, H

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 45ENGLISHENGLISH3. Turn on your computer. 4. Do any of the following to open the Screen Resolution setting screen:

46 Chapter 4: Connecting devices to your computerENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISH6. Click Apply or OK. Then click Keep Changes on the conrmation message

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 47ENGLISHENGLISHConnecting an HDTVConnect a High Denition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your computer. • You need an HDMI c

48 Chapter 4: Connecting devices to your computerENGLISHENGLISH

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 49Chapter 5Using your computerProper posture when using your Desktop PCWhen using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper pos

5Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback ServicesASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our env

50 Chapter 5: Using your computerENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHUsing the memory card readerDigital cameras and other digital imaging devices use memory

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 51ENGLISHENGLISHUsing the optical drive123Inserting an optical discTo insert an optical disc:1. While your system is on, pre

52 Chapter 5: Using your computerENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHInserting an optical discTo insert an optical disc:1. While your system is on, press the

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 53ENGLISHENGLISHUsing the keyboard (on selected models only)The keyboard varies with models. The illustrations on this sectio

54 Chapter 5: Using your computerENGLISHENGLISH

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 55Chapter 6Connecting to the InternetConnecting via a DSL/cable modemTo connect via a DSL/cable modem:1. Set up your DSL/cab

56 Chapter 6: Connecting to the InternetENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHConnecting via a local area network (LAN)To connect via a LAN:1. Connect one end

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 57ENGLISHENGLISHConguring the network connectionConguration options on Windows® 7Conguring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network conn

58 Chapter 6: Connecting to the InternetENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHContinue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection.9. Select Connect to

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 59ENGLISHENGLISH11. Enter your User name and, Password, and Connection name. Click Connect.12. Click Close to nish the con

6IC: Canadian Compliance StatementComplies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Thi

60 Chapter 6: Connecting to the InternetENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHConguration options on Windows® 8Conguring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 61ENGLISHENGLISH6. Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK.Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE c

62 Chapter 6: Connecting to the InternetENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISH9. Select Broadband (PPPoE) and click Next.10. Enter your User name and, Passwor

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 63ENGLISHENGLISHWi-Fi connection (on selected models only)Connect your computer to the Internet through a wireless connection

64 Chapter 6: Connecting to the InternetENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHCharms barConnecting to a Wi-Fi network Windows® 7To connect to a Wi-Fi network:1.

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 65ENGLISHENGLISH2. From the Charms bar, select Settings and click the network icon .3. Select the network that you want to

66 Chapter 6: Connecting to the InternetENGLISHENGLISH

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 67Chapter 7Using the utilitiesASUS AI Suite IIASUS AI Suite II is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilit

68 Chapter 7: Using the utilitiesENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHThe Tool menuThe Tool menu includes the EPU, Probe II, and Sensor Recorder panels.Launchi

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 69ENGLISHENGLISHLaunching and conguring Probe IIProbe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and det

7RF Equipment NoticesCE: European Community Compliance StatementThe equipment complies with the RF Exposure Requirement 1999/519/EC, Council Recommend

70 Chapter 7: Using the utilitiesENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHLaunching and conguring Sensor RecorderSensor Recorder allows you to monitor the changes

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 71ENGLISHENGLISHThe Monitor menuThe Monitor menu includes the Sensor and CPU Frequency panels.Launching SensorThe Sensor pane

72 Chapter 7: Using the utilitiesENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHUpdating the BIOS through a BIOS leTo update the BIOS through a BIOS le:1. From the AS

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 73ENGLISHENGLISHThe System Information screenThe System Information screen displays the information about the motherboard, CP

74 Chapter 7: Using the utilitiesENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHASUS Smart Cooling System (optional)ASUS Smart Cooling System is an optional feature on s

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 75ENGLISHENGLISHDuring the system reboot, the Power LED ashes to indicate that the dust extraction fan rotates in reverse to

76 Chapter 7: Using the utilitiesENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHRecovering your systemResetting your PCThe Reset your PC option restores your PC to its f

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 77ENGLISHENGLISH5. Select the USB storage device where you want to copy the recovery les.6. Click Next.7. Click Create. W

78 Chapter 7: Using the utilitiesENGLISHENGLISHRemoving everything and reinstalling WindowsRestoring your PC to its original factory settings can be d

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 79Chapter 8TroubleshootingTroubleshootingThis chapter presents some problems you might encounter and the possible solutions.

8Safety informationDisconnect the AC power and peripherals before cleaning. Wipe the Desktop PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampen

80 Chapter 8: TroubleshootingENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISH?The arrow keys on the number key pad are not working. Check if the Number Lock LED is off.

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 81ENGLISHENGLISH?I want to restore or undo changes to my computer’s system settings without affecting my personal les or dat

82 Chapter 8: TroubleshootingENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISH?My speakers produce no sound. • Ensure that you connect your speakers to the Line out port

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 83ENGLISHENGLISHPowerProblem Possible Cause ActionNo power (The power indicator is off)Incorrect power voltage• Set your c

84 Chapter 8: TroubleshootingENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHENGLISHDisplayProblem Possible Cause ActionNo display output after turning the computer on (Black sc

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS M11AD 85ENGLISHENGLISHAudioProblem Possible Cause ActionNo AudioSpeaker or headphone is connected to the wrong port.• Refer to yo

86 Chapter 8: TroubleshootingENGLISHENGLISHCPUProblem Possible Cause ActionToo noisy right after turning on the computer.Your computer is booting up.I

ENGLISHENGLISHASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephone +886-2-2894-3447Fax

9Conventions used in this guideTo ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. D