Asus M52AD User's Guide

ASUS Desktop PCM12AD and M52ADUser GuideM12ADM52AD

10Package contents• Ifanyoftheaboveitemsisdamagedormissing,contactyourretailer.• Theillustrateditemsaboveareforreferenceonly.Ac

ASUS M12AD and M52AD 11Chapter 1Getting startedWelcome!Thank you for purchasing the ASUS M12AD / M52AD Desktop PC! ASUS M12AD / M52AD Desktop PC provi

12 Chapter 1: Getting startedENGLISHENGLISHM52ADUSB 3.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB 3.0 devices such as a mou

ASUS M12AD and M52AD 13ENGLISHENGLISHRear panelM12AD / M52ADVoltage selector. Use this switch to select the appropriate system input voltage according

14 Chapter 1: Getting startedENGLISHENGLISHUSB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, p

ASUS M12AD and M52AD 15ENGLISHENGLISHActivity/Link LED Speed LEDStatus Description Status DescriptionOFF No link OFF 10Mbps

16 Chapter 1: Getting startedENGLISHENGLISHSetting up your computerThis section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the e

ASUS M12AD and M52AD 17ENGLISHENGLISH• IfyourcomputercomeswithanASUSGraphicsCard,thegraphicscardissetastheprimarydisplay device in t

18 Chapter 1: Getting startedENGLISHENGLISHConnecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouseConnect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rea

ASUS M12AD and M52AD 19ENGLISHENGLISHTurning your computer ONThis section describes how to turn on your computer after setting up your computer.Turnin

2Copyright © 2014 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

ASUS M12AD and M52AD 21ENGLISHENGLISHChapter 2Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage deviceThis desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1

22 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computerENGLISHENGLISHM12ADConnecting microphone and speakersThis desktop PC comes with microphone ports and

ASUS M12AD and M52AD 23ENGLISHENGLISHConnecting 4.1-channel SpeakersConnecting 2.1-channel Speakers

24 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computerENGLISHENGLISHConnecting 5.1-channel SpeakersConnecting 7.1-channel Speakers

ASUS M12AD and M52AD 25ENGLISHENGLISHConnecting multiple external displaysYour desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you to conn

26 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computerENGLISHENGLISHConnecting an HDTVConnect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your computer.

ASUS M12AD and M52AD 27ENGLISHENGLISHChapter 3Using your computerProper posture when using your Desktop PCWhen using your Desktop PC, maintaining the

28 Chapter 3: Using your computerENGLISHENGLISHUsing the memory card readerDigital cameras and other digital imaging devices use memory cards to stor

ASUS M12AD and M52AD 29ENGLISHENGLISHUsing the optical driveInserting an optical discTo insert an optical disc:1. While your system is on, press the

3ContentsNotices ...

30 Chapter 3: Using your computerENGLISHENGLISH

ASUS M12AD and M52AD 31ENGLISHENGLISHChapter 4Connecting to the InternetWired connectionUse an RJ-45 cable to connect your computer to a DSL/cable mod

32 Chapter 4: Connecting to the InternetENGLISHENGLISHConnecting via a local area network (LAN)To connect via a LAN:1. Connect one end of an RJ-45 ca

ASUS M12AD and M52AD 33ENGLISHENGLISHWireless connection (on selected models only)Connect your computer to the Internet through a wireless connection.

34 Chapter 4: Connecting to the InternetENGLISHENGLISH

ASUS M12AD and M52AD 35ENGLISHENGLISHChapter 5TroubleshootingTroubleshootingThis chapter presents some problems you might encounter and the possible s

36 Chapter 5: TroubleshootingENGLISHENGLISH?The arrow keys on the number key pad are not working. Check if the Number Lock LED is off. When the Numbe

ASUS M12AD and M52AD 37ENGLISHENGLISH?I want to restore or undo changes to my computer’s system settings without affecting my personal files or data.O

38 Chapter 5: TroubleshootingENGLISHENGLISH?My speakers produce no sound. • EnsurethatyouconnectyourspeakerstotheLineoutport(lime)onthe

ASUS M12AD and M52AD 39ENGLISHENGLISHPowerProblem Possible Cause ActionNo power (The power indicator is off)Incorrect power voltage•Setyourcomput

4Putting your Desktop PC to sleep ...59Entering the BIOS Setu

40 Chapter 5: TroubleshootingENGLISHENGLISHDisplayProblem Possible Cause ActionNo display output after turning the computer on (Black screen)The signa

ASUS M12AD and M52AD 41ENGLISHENGLISHAudioProblem Possible Cause ActionNo AudioSpeaker or headphone is connected to the wrong port.•Refertoyourc

42 Chapter 5: TroubleshootingENGLISHENGLISHCPUProblem Possible Cause ActionToo noisy right after turning on the computer.Your computer is booting up.I

ASUS Desktop PCWindows® 8.1User ManualE8607 First Edition August 2013 Copyright © ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights ReservedAppendixWindows® 8.1 User

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ASUS Desktop PC 49ENGLISHENGLISHStarting for the first timeWhen you start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in c

50 Windows® 8.1 User ManualENGLISHENGLISHUsing the Windows® UIThe Windows® User Interface (UI) is the tile-based display used in Windows® 8.1. It incl

ASUS Desktop PC 51ENGLISHENGLISHHotspotsOnscreen hotspots allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your Desktop PC. The functions in th

52 Windows® 8.1 User ManualENGLISHENGLISHHotspot Actionupper left corner Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app’s thumbnail to go back

ASUS Desktop PC 53ENGLISHENGLISHWorking with Windows® appsUse your Desktop PC’s keyboard or mouse to launch and customize your apps.Launching apps• P

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

54 Windows® 8.1 User ManualENGLISHENGLISHAccessing the All Apps screenFrom the All Apps screen, you can configure an apps settings or pin an app to the

ASUS Desktop PC 55ENGLISHENGLISHCharms barThe Charms bar is a toolbar that can be triggered on the right side of your screen. It consists of several t

56 Windows® 8.1 User ManualENGLISHENGLISHInside the Charms barSearch This charm allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Desktop

ASUS Desktop PC 57ENGLISHENGLISHSnap featureThe Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps.Ensure that y

58 Windows® 8.1 User ManualENGLISHENGLISHOther keyboard shortcutsUsing your keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch appl

ASUS Desktop PC 59ENGLISHENGLISH+<+>Launches the magnifier and zooms in your screen.+<->Zooms out your screen.+<Enter>Opens the

60 Windows® 8.1 User ManualENGLISHENGLISHEntering the BIOS SetupBIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that are needed f

ASUS Desktop PC 61ENGLISHENGLISHRecovering your systemResetting your PCThe Reset your PC option restores your PC to its factory default settings.Back

62 Windows® 8.1 User ManualENGLISHENGLISH5. Select the USB storage device where you want to copy the recovery files.6. Click Next.7. Click Create. W

ASUS Desktop PC 63ENGLISHENGLISHRemoving everything and reinstalling WindowsRestoring your PC to its original factory settings can be done using the R

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

64 Windows® 8.1 User ManualENGLISHENGLISHASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephon

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

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

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