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ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (“ASUS”). Products and corporate names mentioned in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used for identification purposes only.
Setting up your Desktop PC ........ 11 Connecting devices ................. 11 Connecting the power ..............12 Pressing the power button to turn on the system ....12 Recovering your system ........13 Using the Recovery DVD ............... 1 Troubleshooting ..........15 ASUS Essentio Desktop PC...
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. ASUS Essentio Desktop PC...
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Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. VORSICHT: Explosionsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnljchen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers. ASUS Essentio Desktop PC...
This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment, and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. ASUS Essentio Desktop PC...
WARNING: Vital information that you MUST follow to prevent injury to yourself. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. TIP: Tips and useful information that help you complete a task. NOTE: Additional information for special situations. ASUS Essentio Desktop PC...
Welcome Thank you for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC. The package contents of your new desktop PC are listed below but may vary with models. ASUS reserves the right to replace components or accessories to provide optimum serviceability. Contact your retailer if any item is damaged or missing.
Microphone port Connects to a microphone. Headphone port Connects to a headphone. Insert a CompactFlash®/ CompactFlash®/ Microdrive™ card into this slot. Microdrive™ card slot Insert a MemoryStick®/ MemoryStick®/ Memory Stick Pro™ card into this Memory Stick slot. Pro™ card slot ASUS Essentio Desktop PC...
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Connects to a Local Area Net- work (LAN) through a network LAN (RJ-45) port hub. 5.1 (6)-channel audio ports Connects to a 5.1 (6)-channel or 7.1(8)-channel speaker system. 7.1 (8)-channel audio ports Expansion slots Support expansion cards. 10 ASUS Essentio Desktop PC...
Illustrations are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary. • It is recommended that you use this product in environments with an ambient temperature below 5˚C. • Do not block or cover the air vents on the chassis. ASUS Essentio Desktop PC...
Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector and the other end to a wall power outlet. Press the power switch. Pressing the power button to turn on the system 12 ASUS Essentio Desktop PC...
(such as network settings). Turn on your ASUS Desktop PC and the ASUS logo appears. Press F8 to enter the Please select boot device menu. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive and select the optical drive (“CDROM:XXX”) as the boot device.
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After the system reboots, Windows® Vista™ begins system configurations. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process, and then restart the computer. This Recovery DVD is for ASUS Desktop PC only. DO NOT use it on other computers. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates.
Troubleshooting This section provides solutions to some common problems which you may encounter when using the ASUS Desktop PC. Contact the ASUS technical support if the problem still exists after you have performed the troubleshooting solutions. What can I do if my Desktop PC cannot be powered on? Check if the power LED on the front panel lights up.
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• Check if you use a disc compatible with the optical drive. • Check if you insert the disc properly or if there is any scratch on the disc. • Check if the disc is write-protected. 16 ASUS Essentio Desktop PC...