ASUS Desktop PC G70AB User Manual
E8392 English Second Edition June 2013 Copyright © 2013 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 ........................................................................................................... 5 English Safety information........................................................................................... 8 Conventions used in this guide....................................................................... 9 Where to find more information...................................................................... 9 Package contents.........................................
Contents English Chapter 5 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection.......................................................................................... 55 Wireless connection (on selected models only)............................................ 60 Chapter 6 Using the utilities AI Suite II...................................................................................................... 63 System Level Up.......................................................................................
Notices English ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components, as well as the packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for the detailed recycling information in different regions.
IC: Canadian Compliance Statement English Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s).
RF Equipment Notices CE: European Community Compliance Statement English The equipment complies with the RF Exposure Requirement 1999/519/EC, Council Recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields (0–300 GHz). This wireless device complies with the R&TTE Directive. Wireless Radio Use This device is restricted to indoor use when operating in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency band.
Safety information English Disconnect the AC power and peripherals before cleaning. Wipe the Desktop PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water then remove any extra moisture with a dry cloth. • DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. • DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT operate during a gas leak.
Conventions used in this guide English To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information ���������������������������������������������������������� to prevent injury to yourself when completing a task. CAUTION: Information ������������������������������������������������������������������ to prevent damage to the components when completing a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
Package contents English ASUS G70AB Desktop PC ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard package x1 ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse x1 Installation Guide Power cord x1 Warranty card x1 Installation Guide x1 Support DVD x1 Recovery DVD x1 (optional) Phoebus Control Box (optional) OR Wi-Fi Ring moving antenna x2 (optional) • Antenna x1 ���������� (optional) If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only.
English Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS G70AB Desktop PC! The ASUS G70AB Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric 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.
Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. English Secure Digital™ / MultiMediaCard slot. Insert a Secure Digital™ / MultiMediaCard card into this slot. 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 tray. Hot Swap Bay (empty). Allows you to install an additional hot swappable HDD in this bay. Power LED. This LED lights up when you turn on your computer.
English Rear panel USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. HDMI port. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. DVI-D port. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content.
USB 3.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB 3.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. English • DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows® operating system. • Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows® OS environment and after the 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.
English Air vents. These vents allow air ventilation. DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for your computer. Power switch (on selected models only). Switch to turn ON/OFF the power supply to your computer. Power connector. Plug the power cord to this connector. RATING: 100-120V~/10A, 200-240V~/5A, 60/50Hz. Expansion slot brackets. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card. ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only).
Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your computer. English Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your monitor to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card. To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card: 1. Connect a monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card. 2.
Using the onboard display output ports English Connect your monitor to the onboard display output port. To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports: 1. Connect a VGA monitor to the VGA port, or a DVI-D monitor to the DVI-D port, or an HDMI monitor to the HDMI port on the rear panel of your computer. 2. Plug the monitor to a power source. • If your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in the BIOS.
Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse English Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer. The pre-installed setup utility for the bundled ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse can be accessed only when connecting the mouse to your computer before starting Windows® 8 for the first time. Otherwise, you will have to manually install the setup utility from the bundled Support DVD. Refer to section Using the ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse of Chapter 4 for details.
Turning your computer ON This section describes how to turn on your computer after setting up your computer. English Turning your computer ON To turn your computer ON: 1. Turn your monitor ON. 2. Turn the power switch ON, then 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 section Turning your Desktop PC OFF in Chapter 2.
English 20 Chapter 1: Getting started
English Chapter 2 Using Windows® 8 Starting for 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 operating system. To start for the first time: 1. Turn your computer on. Wait for a few minutes until the setup screen appears. 2. Carefully read the license terms. Tick I accept the license terms for using Windows and click Accept. 3.
Using the Windows® UI English The Windows® user interface (UI) is the tile-based display used in Windows® 8. 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 all the programs and applications you need in just one place. You can press the Windows key to launch the Start Screen from any apps.
Hotspots English 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.
Hotspot English upper left corner Action Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app’s thumbnail to go back to that app. Move your mouse pointer down to display all the running apps. lower left corner From a running app screen: Hover your mouse pointer then click on the Start Screen’s thumbnail to go back to the Start Screen. NOTE: You can also press the Windows key your keyboard to go back to the Start Screen.
Working with Windows® Apps English Use your Desktop PC’s keyboard or mouse to launch and customize your apps. Launching apps • Position your mouse pointer on an app then left-click once to launch it. • Press twice then use the arrow keys to browse through the apps. Press to launch your selected app. Customizing apps You can move, resize, or unpin apps from the Start screen using the following steps. • To move an app, drag and drop the app to a new location.
Accessing the All Apps screen English From 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 Right-click on the Start Screen or press + , and click the All Apps icon. Pinning an app on the Start Screen 26 1. Launch the All Apps screen. 2. From the All Apps screen, right-click an app to display its settings bar. 3. From the settings bar, click Pin to Start.
Charms bar English The Charms bar is a toolbar that can be triggered on the right side of your screen. It consists of several tools that allow you to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Desktop PC. charms bar Launching the charms bar When called out, the charms bar initially appears as a set of white icons. The image above shows how the charms bar looks like once activated. Use your Desktop PC’s mouse or keyboard to launch the charms bar.
Inside the charms bar English Search This tool allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Desktop PC. Share This tool allows you to share applications via social networking sites or email. Start This tool reverts the display back to the Start Screen. From the Start Screen, you can also use this to revert back to a recently opened app. Devices This tool allows you to access and share files with the devices attached to your Desktop PC such as an external display or printer.
Snap feature English The Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps. A screen resolution of at least 1366 x 768 pixels is required to use the Snap feature. 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. b) Hover the mouse pointer on the top side of your screen.
Other keyboard shortcuts English Using your keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows® 8. Switches between the Start screen and the last running app. + + + + + + + + + + + + + + 30 Launches the desktop. Launches the Computer window on the desktop. Opens the File search pane. Opens the Share pane. Opens the Settings pane. Opens the Devices pane. Activates the Lock screen.
+ <-> + <,> + + Launches the magnifier and zooms in your screen. English + <+> Zooms out your screen. Allows you to peek at the desktop. Opens the Narrator Settings. Enables the print screen function. Turning your Desktop �������������� PC���� OFF To turn your Desktop PC OFF: Do any of the following to shut down your Desktop PC: • From the charms bar, click Settings > Power > Shut down to do a normal shutdown. • From the login screen, click Power > Shutdown.
Entering the BIOS Setup English BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that are needed for system startup in the Desktop PC. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure optimal performance. Do not change the default BIOS settings except in the following circumstances: • An error message appears on the screen during the system bootup and requests you to run the BIOS Setup.
Chapter 3 English Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 and USB 3.0 ports on both the front and rear panels. These USB ports allow you to connect USB devices such as storage devices. To connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to your computer. Front panel Rear panel To remove a USB storage device: 1. From the Start Screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop Mode. 2.
Connecting microphone and speakers English This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on both the front and rear panels. The audio I/O ports located on the rear panel allow you to connect 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers. Connecting Headphone and Mic Connecting 2.
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Connecting 8-channel Speakers English 36 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer
English Connecting the Phoebus Box (with a Phoebus Sound card) Mic in 1 2 HP out Box link 3 Line in Front Ctr / Sbw Rear Side / SPDIF out No Item 1 Microphone In Port Connect the microphone’s 3.5mm plug from the Phoebus Control Box into this Mic-In port for voice communication, recording or karaoke. 2 Headphone Port The headphone port has a built-in high-quality amplifier to drive headphones. Connect the Phoebus Control box directly to this port.
Connecting the Phoebus Control Box with an external headphone and microphone English 1 Headphone Out Mic In 2 38 No Item 1 Headphone Port Connect the headphone to the headphone port on the Phoebus Control box. Description 2 Microphone In Port Connect the microphone’s 3.5mm plug to the Mic-In port on the Phoebus Control Box.
Switching Sound and Recording Devices 1. Right-click on the volume icon on the System Tray and click Playback devices. 2. Click the Recording or Playback tab and right-click on the audio device. Click Set as Default Communication Device.
Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you to connect multiple external displays. English When a graphics card is installed in your computer, connect the monitors on the output ports of the graphics card. Setting up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you are allowed to set display modes. You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of your main display, or as an extension to enlarge your Windows desktop.
4. Turn on your computer. Do any of the following to open the Screen Resolution setting screen: From the Start Screen English 3. a) Launch the All Apps screen and pin Control Panel on the Start Screen. For details, refer to Pinning an app on the Start Screen from the section Working with Windows® Apps. b) From the Control Panel, click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization. From the Desktop mode screen a) Launch the Desktop mode from the Start Screen.
Connecting an HDTV Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your computer. English • 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.
English Chapter 4 Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC When using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper posture is necessary to prevent strain to your wrists, hands, and other joints or muscles. This section provides you with tips on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC.
Using the memory card reader English Digital cameras and other digital imaging devices use memory cards to store digital picture or media files. The built-in memory card reader on the front panel of your system allows you to read from and write to different memory card drives. To use the memory card: 1. Insert the memory card into the card slot. • A memory card is keyed so that it fits in only one direction. DO NOT force a card into a slot to avoid damaging the card.
English Using the optical drive Inserting an optical disc To insert an optical disc: 1. While your system is on, press the eject button below the drive bay cover to open the tray. 2. Place the disc to the optical drive with the label side facing up. 3. Push the tray to close it. 4. Select a program from the AutoPlay window to access your files.
Using the ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard English Your Desktop PC comes with the bundled ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard for an optimal gaming experience. Installing the ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard 1. Use the bundled PS/2 to USB adapter to connect your gaming keyboard to your computer’s USB 2.0 port. 2. Align and insert the wrist pad into the gaming keyboard’s wrist pad slots (A). Using both thumbs, push down the wrist pad until it snaps in place (B). A 3. 46 B Restart your computer.
Using the ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse English Your Desktop PC comes with the bundled ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse for your full-blast game control. The ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse comes with a left button, a right button, a scroll wheel, two side buttons, a DPI button, and a specially designed Profile Switch button.
English *Profile switch LED indications LED colors Indications None Normal Profile Green Red Orange Profile 1 Profile 2 Profile 3 **DPI switch LED indications LED colors Indications 2 DPI Level 1 4 DPI Level 2 Launching the program A specially designed program is pre-installed on your computer, which allows you to set up your ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse to avail all its features.
English Main Menu Items Description 1 Click each tab to display the selected profile menu. 2 Displays the profile icon to configure profile 1-3 menus. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Click to reset the DPI configuration to the previously saved settings. Drag the slider to adjust the DPI value for each level. Click to reset the button settings to the previous settings Click to display the different profile color indicators and their status. Click to load the saved profile to your mouse.
Profile 1 menu English Items Description 1 Click to open the Edit menu and change the profile name and profile icon. 2 Enter the desired profile name. 3 Click to locate the image file you want to use as the profile icon. Select the function for each button/action from the drop down list. 4 * Refer to the table below for more details.
Description Keyboard Press the button to perform a keystroke or keystroke sequence. Press the button to run a command or series of commands that you can edit via the Edit Macro menu. See Macro menu for details. Press the button to run a script that you can edit via the Edit Script menu. See Edit Script menu for details. Press the button to increase the DPI value. Press the button to decrease the DPI value. Press the button to use the DPI Level 1/2. Profile Switch button function.
Edit Macro menu English Items Description Edit Macro Click to open the Edit Macro menu. Check this item to record the time between pressing down and Timing releasing a button. (Default: 12 milliseconds) When checked, the new instruction will be inserted before the selected Insert instruction. Otherwise, any new instruction will be given the first priority. Start Click to start recording the keystrokes and/or mouse actions. Stop Click to stop recording the keystrokes and/or mouse actions.
English Edit Script menu Items Description Edit Script Click to open the Edit Script menu. Check this item to record the time between pressing down and Timing releasing a button. (Default: 12 milliseconds) When checked, the new instruction will be inserted before the selected Insert instruction. Otherwise, any new instruction will be given the first priority. Start Click to start recording the keystrokes and/or mouse actions. Stop Click to stop recording the keystrokes and/or mouse actions.
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English Chapter 5 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection Use an RJ-45 cable to connect your computer to a DSL/cable modem or a local area network (LAN). Connecting via a DSL/cable modem To connect via a DSL/cable modem: 1. Set up your DSL/cable modem. Refer to the documentation that came with your DSL/cable modem. 2. Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to a DSL/cable modem. Modem RJ-45 cable 3.
Connecting via a local area network (LAN) To connect via a LAN: English 1. Connect one 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 2. Turn on your computer. 3. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. LAN • For more details, refer to the sections Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection or Configuring a static IP network connection.
Configuring 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 and Sharing Center. 3. From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen, click Change Adapter settings. 4. Right-click on your LAN and select Properties. 5. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) and click Properties.
6. English Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection. 58 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.
Select Broadband (PPPoE) and click Next. 10. Enter your User name and, Password, and Connection name. Click Connect. 11. Click Close to finish the configuration. 12. Click the network icon in the taskbar and click the connection you just created. 13. Enter your user name and password. Click Connect to connect to the Internet. English 9. Configuring a static IP network connection To configure a static IP network connection: 1.
Wireless connection (on selected models only) Connect your computer to the Internet through a wireless connection. English To establish a wireless connection, you need to connect to a wireless access point (AP). Wireless AP Modem • To increase the range and sensitivity of the wireless radio signal, connect the external antennas to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card. • Place the antennas on the top of your computer for the best wireless performance. • The external antennas are optional items.
To connect to a Wi-Fi network: Do any of the following to launch the charms bar from the Start Screen or from any application mode: a) Hover you mouse pointer on the upper or lower right of the screen. b) On your keyboard, press + . 3. From the charms bar, select Settings and click the network icon 4. Select the network that you want to connect to from the list. 5. Click Connect. ASUS G70AB English 1. .
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English Chapter 6 Using the utilities Software information Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you through the installation. View the online help or readme file that came with the software application for more information. AI Suite II AI Suite II is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to launch and operate these utilities simultaneously. Installing AI Suite II To install AI Suite II on your computer 1.
The Tool menu English The Tool menu includes System Level Up, Probe II, Sensor Recorder, Dr. Net, USB 3.0 Boost,and Ai Charger+. System Level Up System Level Up allows you to overclock the system from within Windows® using the profile settings. To launch System Level up, click Tool > System Level Up on the AI Suite II menu bar. Assign the hot keys for the System Level Up profile exchange. You can adjust the hot key settings manually. See figure below for details.
Adjust System Level Up via two methods: English BIOS In the BIOS Setup program, click Extreme Tweaker > System Level Up, and configure the options as needed. OC Button Press the OC button on the upper left side corner of the front panel of your desktop. Probe II Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problems. Probe II monitors fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others.
Voltage English The Voltage tab displays the system voltage sensors, including the current and threshold values. When a system voltage is less or more than the threshold percentage, the sensor sends an alert to the user through the monitor panels, or via a pop-up message. Temperature The Temperature tab displays the CPU and motherboard temperature sensors, including the current and threshold values.
Fan Speed English The Fan Speed tab displays the current and threshold rotations (per minute) of the CPU, chassis, and power fans. When a fan rotation is less than the threshold rotation, the sensor sends an alert to the user through the monitor panels or via a pop-up message. Preference The Preference tab allows you to enable the pop-up window, set the cycle detection interval, and select the temperature unit.
Alert Log English The Alert Log tab displays all normal and critical events detected by the sensors, including the sensor value at the time of the event. Click Clear to empty the log. Sensor Recorder Sensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed on a timeline. The History Record function allows you to record specific time periods for all three values.
English Using Sensor Recorder Click on Voltage/ Temperature/ Fan Speed tabs for the status you want to monitor. Colored lines will automatically appear on the diagram to indicate real-time changes to the system status. Using History Record 1. 2. 3. Click on the History Record tab and adjust the settings on the left for Type, Date, Record Interval, and Record Duration. Colored lines representing the values will be displayed on the graph to indicate changes over a given period of time.
Ai Charger II English The USB port comes with AI Charger II function that allows you to quickl-charge compatible devices. To enable the AI Charger II function on your PC, go to Desktop > AI Suite II > AI Charger II then select Enable.
ASUS Easy Update 2 1. English ASUS Easy Update 2 is a software tool that automatically detects the latest drivers and applications for your system. From the Windows ® notification area, right-click the ASUS Easy Update 2 icon. Select Schedule to set how often you want to update your system. Select Update to activate the update. 2. Click OK to display the items you can download. 3. Check the item(s) you want to download, and then click OK.
Recovering your system English Resetting your PC The Reset your PC option restores your PC to its factory default settings. Back up all your data before using this option. To reset your PC: 1. Press during bootup. 2. From the screen, click Troubleshoot. 3. Select Reset your PC. 4. Click Next. 5. Select Only the drive where the Windows is installed. 6. Select Just remove my files. 7. Click Reset.
Click Recovery > Create a recovery drive. 4. Click Copy the recovery 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. ASUS G70AB English 3.
Removing everything and reinstalling Windows English Restoring your PC to its original factory settings can be done using the Remove everything and reinstall option in PC Settings. Refer to the steps below to use this option. Back up all your data before using this option. This process may take a while to complete. 74 1. Launch the charms bar. 2. Click Settings > Change PC Settings > General. 3. Scroll down to view the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option.
English Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This 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 switched on. Refer to the section Turning your computer ON in Chapter 1. My computer hangs.
? English ? ? ? No display on the monitor. • Check if the monitor is powered on. • Ensure that your monitor is properly connected to the video output port on your computer. • If your computer comes with a discrete graphics card, ensure that you connect your monitor to a video output port on the discrete graphics card. • Check if any of the pins on the monitor video connector is bent. If you discover bent pins, replace the monitor video connector cable.
The picture on the HDTV is distorted. • It is caused by the different resolutions of your monitor and your HDTV. Adjust the screen resolution to fit your HDTV. To change the screen resolution: English ? Do any of the following to open the Screen Resolution setting screen: From the Start screen �������������������������������������������������������������������������� a) Launch the All Apps screen and pin Control Panel on the Start screen.
Power English Problem No power (The power indicator is off) Possible Cause Action Incorrect power voltage • I f your computer has a power voltage switch, set it to your area’s power requirements. • Adjust the voltage settings. Ensure that the power cord is unplugged from the power outlet. Your computer is not turned on. Press the power key on the front panel to ensure that your computer is turned on. Your computer’s power cord is not properly connected.
Problem Cannot access the Internet Possible Cause Action The LAN cable is not connected. Connect the LAN cable to your computer. LAN cable problems Ensure the LAN LED is on. If not, try another LAN cable. If it still does not work, contact the ASUS service center. Your computer is not properly connected to a router or hub. English LAN Ensure that your computer is properly connected to a router or hub. Network settings Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the correct LAN settings.
System English Problem System speed is too slow The system often hangs or freezes. 80 Possible Cause Action Too many programs are running. Close some of the programs. Computer virus attack • U se an anti-virus software to scan for viruses and repair your computer. • Reinstall the operating system. Hard disk drive failure • Send the damaged hard disk drive to ASUS Service Center for servicing. • Replace with a new hard disk drive.
Problem Too noisy right after turning on the computer. Computer is too noisy when in use. Possible Cause Action Your computer is booting up. It is normal. The fan runs on its full speed when the computer is powering on. The fan slows down after entering the OS. The BIOS settings have been changed. Restore the BIOS to its default settings. Old BIOS version Update the BIOS to the latest version. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com to download the latest BIOS versions.
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