ASUS Essentio Desktop PC User Manual
E4475 First Edition V1 February 2009 Copyright © 2009 ASUSTeK Computer, Inc. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (“ASUS”).
Contents Notices.....................................................................................................4 Safety information...............................................................................6 Notes for this manual.........................................................................7 Welcome.................................................................. 8 Package contents.................................................................................
Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • • This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Macrovision Corporation Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S.
Safety information • • • • • • • • • • Do not place this product in a location where it may get wet. Place this product on a flat and stable surface. Do not block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for this product. Do not insert any object or spill liquid into the air vents. It is recommended that you use this product in environments with an ambient temperature between 0˚C and 35˚C. To prevent fire or electric shock, do not overload power outlets and extension cords.
Notes for this manual To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. 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.
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. Package contents • • • • • • • • ASUS Desktop PC x1 Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Power cord x1 Support DVD x1 Recovery DVD x1 Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 Visit the ASUS website at http://support.asus.
Knowing your Desktop PC Front / Rear panel features 6 1 7 2 8 5 3 4 DVI 4 9 10 No. 1. 2. 3. 4. Button/LED Push to open the HDD bay cover. Front panel cover Pull to open the front panel cover. Press this button to turn the system Power button on. Connects to an IEEE 1394 device IEEE 1394a port such as a digital camrecorder. Connects to USB devices such as a mouse or keyboard. Microphone port Connects to a microphone. Headphone port Connects to a headphone. 2.0 5.
NO. 5. 6. 7. 8. Slot/Port Secure Digital™/ Multimedia card slot IR (optional) Voltage selector Power switch Power connector PS/2 keyboard port PS/2 mouse port Description Insert a Secure Digital™/ Multimedia card into this slot. Supports a remote control. Selects the input voltage. Switches on/off the power supply. Connects to a power outlet. Connects to a PS/2 keyboard. Connects to a PS/2 mouse. Connects to a DVI monitor or DVI port other DVI-compatible devices.
Setting up your Desktop PC Connecting devices DVI 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 35˚C. Do not block or cover the air vents on the chassis.
Connecting the power 1. Switch the voltage selector to select the appropriate input voltage according to the voltage supply in your area. Setting the voltage selector to 115V in a 230V area damages your system! 2. 3. Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector and the other end to a wall power outlet. Press the power switch.
Recovering your system Using the Recovery DVD The Recovery DVD includes an image of the operating system installed on your system at the factory. The Recovery DVD, working with the Support DVD, provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores your system to its original working state, provided that your hard disk drive is in good working order.
6. 7. Insert the Support DVD into the optical drive when prompted. Click OK and the system reboots. 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. It does not light up if no power is supplied to the system. • • Check if the power cord is plugged in.
Why is it that a CD/DVD cannot be read from or written to? • 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.
