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  • Page 1 ASUS Essentio Desktop PC CM6830 User Manual...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Notices ......................5 Safety information ..................7 Conventions used in this guide ..............8 Where to find more information ..............8 Package contents ..................9 Chapter 1: Getting started Welcome! ......................11 Getting to know your computer ..............11 Setting up your computer ................15 Turning your computer ON/OFF ..............
  • Page 4 Contents Chapter 6: Using the utilities ASUS AI Suite II ................... 49 ASUS AI Manager ..................55 Nero 9 ......................58 Recovering your system ................59 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ................... 61 ASUS contact information ................68...

  • Page 5: Notices

    Notices 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.

  • Page 6: Rf Exposure Warning

    RF exposure warning This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 0 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    Safety information 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.

  • Page 8: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS website www.asus.com. ASUS Local Technical Support Visit ASUS website at http://support.asus.com/contact for the contact information of...

  • Page 9: Package Contents

    Package contents ASUS Essentio Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Power cord x1 Nero 9 burning software DVD / Installation Guide x1 SDVD / RDVD (optional) Warranty card x1 Antenna x (optional) • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

  • Page 10: Chapter 1: Getting Started

    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. The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models.

  • Page 11: Rear Panel

    Secure Digital�� / MultiMediaCard slot. Secure Digital�� / MultiMediaCard slot. Insert a Secure Digital™ / MultiMediaCard card into this slot. CompactFlash CompactFlash / Microdrive�� card slot. Insert a CompactFlash / Microdrive™ card ® ® into this slot. Rear panel ASUS CM680...
  • Page 12 Power connector. Power connector. Plug the power cord to this connector. Power switch. Power switch. Switch to turn ON/OFF the power supply to your computer. USB 2.0 ports. USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus .0 (USB .0) ports connect to USB .0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
  • Page 13 Expansion slot bracket. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card. ASUS WLAN Card �on selected models only�. ASUS WLAN Card �on selected models only�. This optional WLAN card allows your computer to connect to a wireless network. ASUS Graphics Card �on selected models only�.

  • Page 14: Setting Up Your Computer

    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: Connect a monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card.
  • Page 15 HDMI monitor to the HDMI port on the rear panel of your computer. 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. Hence, connect your monitor to a display output port on the graphics card.

  • Page 16: Connecting The Power Cord

    Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer. Connect your USB keyboard and USB mouse to the USB .0 ports. Connecting the power cord Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to a power source.

  • Page 17: Turning Your Computer On/Off

    Press the power button on your computer. Power button Wait until the operating system loads automatically. Turning your computer OFF To turn your computer OFF: Close all running applications. Click on the Windows desktop. ® Click to shut down the operating system. ASUS CM680...

  • Page 18: Chapter 2: Using Windows

    Select Use recommended settings or Install important updates only to set up the security settings for your computer. To skip this step, select Ask me later. Review your date and time settings. Click Next. The system loads the new settings and restarts. You may now start using your computer. ASUS CM680...

  • Page 19: Using The Start Menu

    Click the icon again to hide the ® program. You may pin programs that you want constantly displayed on the taskbar. For more details, refer to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on this chapter. ASUS CM680...

  • Page 20: Pinning Programs On The Start Menu Or Taskbar

    Pinning items on the �umplists When you right-click an icon on the taskbar, a jumplist launches to provide you with quick- access to the program’s or item’s related links.You may pin items on the jumplist such as favorite websites, often-visited folders or drives, or recently played media files. To pin items to the �umplist: From the taskbar, right-click an icon.

  • Page 21: Managing Your Files And Folders

    Explorer allows you to view, manage, and organize your files and folders. ® Launching Windows Explorer ® To launch Windows Explorer: From the Windows taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu. ® Click Computer to launch Windows Explorer. ASUS CM680...
  • Page 22 Exploring files and folders To explore files and folders: Launch Windows Explorer. ® From the navigation or view pane, browse for the location of your data. From the breadcrumb bar, click the arrow to display the contents of the drive or folder. Customizing the file/folder view To customize the file/folder view: Launch Windows Explorer.

  • Page 23: Backing Up Your Files

    It allows you to restore or undo changes to your computer’s system settings without affecting your personal data. To restore your system: Close all running applications. Click > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > System Restore. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process. ASUS CM680...

  • Page 24: Protecting Your Computer

    Protecting your computer Using Windows 7 Action Center ® Windows 7 Action Center provides you with alert notifications, security information, system ® maintenance information, and the option to automatically troubleshoot and fix some common computer problems. You may customize the notifications. For more details, refer to the previous section Customizing icons and notifications in this chapter.

  • Page 25: Getting Windows ® Help And Support

    Help and Support provides you with guides and answers in using the applications ® in Windows 7 platform. ® To launch Windows Help and Support, click > Help and Support. ® Ensure that you are connected to the Internet to obtain the latest Windows online help. ® ASUS CM680...

  • Page 26: Chapter 3: Connecting Devices To Your Computer

    When the Safe to Remove Hardware message pops up, remove the USB storage device from your computer. DO NOT remove a USB storage device when data transfer is in progress. Doing so may cause data loss or damage the USB storage device. ASUS CM680...

  • Page 27: Connecting Microphone And Speakers

    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 -channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers. Connecting Headphone and Mic Connecting 2-channel Speakers ASUS CM680...
  • Page 28 Connecting 4-channel Speakers Connecting 6-channel Speakers Chapter : Connecting devices to your computer...
  • Page 29 Connecting 8-channel Speakers ASUS CM680...

  • Page 30: Connecting Multiple External Displays

    Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you to connect multiple external displays. 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.
  • Page 31 Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this option to show desktop only on monitor • 1 or monitor . • Remove this display: Select this options to remove the selected display. Click Apply or OK. Then click Keep Changes on the confirmation message. ASUS CM680...

  • Page 32: Connecting An Hdtv

    Connecting an HDT� Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your computer. • 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.

  • Page 33: Chapter 4: Using Your Computer

    • Use your Desktop PC in a comfortably-lit area, and keep it away from sources of glare such as windows and straight sunlight. • Take regular mini-breaks from using your Desktop PC. ASUS CM680...

  • Page 34: Using The Memory Card Reader

    Using the memory card reader 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: Insert the memory card into the card slot.

  • Page 35: Using The Optical Drive

    While the system is on, do either of the following to eject the tray: • Press the eject button below the drive bay cover. • Right-click the CD/DVD drive icon on the Computer screen, and then click E�ect. Remove the disc from the disc tray. ASUS CM680...

  • Page 36: Using The Multimedia Keyboard (On Selected Models Only)

    Using the multimedia keyboard �on selected models only� The keyboard varies with models. The illustrations on this section are for reference only. ASUS SK-2045 keyboard 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Keys Description Keys Description Launches Windows gadgets.

  • Page 37: Asus-Razer Arctosa Gaming Keyboard

    ASUS-Razer Arctosa Gaming keyboard Keys Description Plays or pauses playback in a media player. Stops playback in a media player. Goes to the previous track in a media player. Goes to the next track in a media player. Decreases the system volume.
  • Page 38 ASUS PRIMAX/KB2621 keyboard Keys Description Decreases the system volume. Turns the volume’s mute mode on/off. Increases the system volume. Goes to the previous track in a media player. Plays or pauses playback in a media player. Goes to the next track in a media player.
  • Page 39 ASUS KB34211 modern wired keyboard Hot keys Description Turns the volume’s mute mode on/off. Decreases the system volume. Increases the system volume. The special function keys only work on Windows Vista / Windows 7 / XP operating ® ® systems.

  • Page 40: Btc 6200C Keyboard

    BTC 6200C keyboard 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Keys Description Keys Description Enters into sleep mode. Press any key Increases the system volume. to wake up your computer and return to the previous working status. Returns to the last page you viewed.

  • Page 41: Chapter 5: Connecting To The Internet

    DSL/cable modem. Modem RJ-45 cable Turn on the DSL/cable modem and your computer. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection. ASUS CM680...

  • Page 42: Connecting Via A Local Area Network �Lan

    Connecting via a local area network �LAN� To connect via a LAN: 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 Turn on your computer.

  • Page 43: Wireless Connection (On Selected Models Only)

    • 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.
  • Page 44 To connect to a wireless network: Click the network icon in the notification area to display the available wireless networks. Select the wireless network that you want to connect to, then click Connect. You may need to key in the network security key for a secured wireless network, then click OK.
  • Page 45 Wait while your computer is connecting to the wireless network. The wireless connection is established successfully. The connection status is displayed and the network icon displays the connected status. ASUS CM680...

  • Page 46: Asus Ai Suite Ii

    Recovery Partition feature to create the Support DVD and Recovery DVD. For details, refer to Recovering your system in this chapter. ASUS AI Suite II ASUS 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: Place the support DVD in the optical drive.

  • Page 47: The Tool Menu

    • * Select From EPU Installation to show the CO that has been reduced since you installed EPU. • * Select From the Last Reset to show the total CO that has been reduced since you click the Clear button ASUS CM680...
  • Page 48 Launching and configuring Sensor Recorder Sensor Recorder allows you to monitor the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed, as well as recording the changes. To launch Sensor Recorder: • Click Tool > Sensor Recorder on the AI Suite II main menu bar. To configure Sensor Recorder: •...

  • Page 49: Asus Update

    The Update menu allows you to update the motherboard BIOS and the BIOS boot logo with the ASUS designed update utilities. ASUS Update The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows OS. The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the BIOS directly pdate the BIOS directly ®...

  • Page 50: The System Information Screen

    Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from file, then click Next. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, click Open, and click Next.

  • Page 51: Asus Ai Manager

    AI Manager either from the quick bar or taskbar. AI Manager quick bar The AI Manager quick bar saves the desktop space and allows you to launch the ASUS utilities or display system information easily. Click any of the Main, My Favorites, Support or Information tab to display the menu’s contents.
  • Page 52 AI Disk AI Disk allows you to easily clear temporary IE files, IE cookies, IE URLs, IE history, or the Recycle Bin. Click the AI Disk icon on the quick bar to display the full AI Disk window and select the items you want to clear. Click Apply when done. AI Security AI Security enables you to set a password to secure your devices, such as USB flash disks and CD/DVD disks, from unauthorized access.
  • Page 53 Right click on the application icon to launch, delete, or rename the selected application. You can also double click to launch the selected application. Support Click any links on the Support window to go to the ASUS website, technical support website, download support website, or contact information. Information Click the tab on the Information window to see the detailed information about your system, motherboard, CPU, BIOS, installed device(s), and memory.

  • Page 54: Nero 9

    Nero 9 Nero 9 allows you to create, copy, burn, edit, share, and update different kinds of data. Installing Nero 9 To install Nero 9: Insert the Nero 9 DVD into your optical drive. If Autorun is enabled, the main menu appears automatically. If Autorun is disabled, double-click the SeupX.exe file from the main directory of your Nero 9 DVD.

  • Page 55: Recovering Your System

    System D�D Backup: This feature allows you to make a backup copy of the support DVD. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. ASUS CM680...
  • Page 56 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to do so, during the recovery process or else your partitions will be unusable. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. Chapter 6: Using the utilities...

  • Page 57: Chapter 7: Troubleshooting

    • Connect the external antennas (optional) to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card and place the antennas on the top of your computer chassis for the best wireless performance. The arrow keys on the number key pad are not working.
  • Page 58 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.
  • Page 59 Check if the disc is centered in the tray, especially for the discs with non-standard size or shape. • Check if the disc is scratched or damaged. The D�D drive e�ect button is not respond. Click > Computer. Right-click , then click E�ect from the menu. ASUS CM680...
  • Page 60 Power Problem Possible Cause Action • Set your computer’s power voltage switch to your area’s power requirements. Incorrect power voltage • Adjust the voltage settings. Ensure that the power cord is unplugged from the power outlet. No power Press the power key on the front panel (The power Your computer is not to ensure that your computer is turned...
  • Page 61 Ensure the LAN LED is on. If not, try another LAN cable. If it still does LAN cable problems not work, contact the ASUS service center. Your computer is not Ensure that your computer is properly Cannot access properly connected to a connected to a router or hub.
  • Page 62 Computer virus attack computer. • Reinstall the operating system. • Send the damaged hard disk drive to ASUS Service Center for Hard disk drive failure servicing. • Replace with a new hard disk drive. • Replace with compatible memory modules.
  • Page 63 If the problem still persists, refer to your Desktop PC’s warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for the service center information.

  • Page 64: Asus Contact Information

    +1-510-79-777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +1-81-8-787 Support fax +1-81-84-088 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH �Germany and Austria� Address Harkort Str. 1-, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-10-959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Telephone (Component) +49-1805-0109*...

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