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  • Page 1: User Manual

    ASUS Desktop PC BM6AE(MD780) BM1AE BP1AE(SD780) BM6AE(MD780) BM1AE BP1AE(SD780) 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 ..................8 Conventions used in this guide ..............9 Where to find more information ..............9 Package contents ..................10 Chapter 1: Getting started Welcome! ......................11 Getting to know your computer ..............11 Setting up your computer ................3 Turning your computer ON/OFF ..............
  • Page 4 Chapter 6: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection ..................61 Chapter 7: Using the utilities ASUS AI Suite II ................... 71 ASUS WebStorage ..................78 ASUS Easy Update ..................90 ASUS Secure Delete ................... 91 ASUS Business Suite .0 ................93 Nero Essentials ....................

  • 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: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement

    IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 10 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). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and () this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
  • Page 7 RF Equipment Notices CE: European Community Compliance Statement The equipment complies with the RF Exposure Requirement 1999/519/EC, Council Recommendation of 1 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.

  • Page 8: 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 9: 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 local Technical Support Engineer.

  • Page 10: Package Contents

    Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Power cord x1 Support DVD x1 Recovery DVD x1 (Optional) Nero burning software Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 DVD x1 (Optional) • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

  • Page 11: 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 12 BM6AE(MD780) front panel Front USB 2.0 port 3 Front USB 2.0 port 4 Front USB 3.0 port 1 Front USB 3.0 port 2 2 x 5.25 inch optical disk drive bays. The 5.5 inch optical disk drive bays are for 5.5 inch DVD-ROM / CD-RW / DVD-RW devices.
  • Page 13 DisplayPort. This port connects a display monitor or home-theater system. DisplayPort cannot be converted to DVI and HDMI. DVI-I port. This port is for any DVI-I compatible device and are HDCP compliant, allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-Ray and other protected content. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)
  • Page 14 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. • DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows ®...
  • Page 15 Parallel Port (optional). This port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other devices. Pad lock slot. This pad lock slot allows your PC to be secured using a standard pad lock. Serial port (optional). This COM1 port is for pointing devices or other serial devices. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)
  • Page 16 BM1AE front panel Front USB 3.0 port 1 Front USB 3.0 port 2 Front USB 2.0 port 3 Front USB 2.0 port 4 Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. 5.25 inch optical disk drive bay. The 5.5 inch optical disk drive bay is for 5.5 inch DVD-ROM / CD-RW / DVD-RW devices.
  • Page 17 DisplayPort. This port connects a display monitor or home-theater system. DisplayPort cannot be converted to DVI and HDMI. DVI-I port. This port is for any DVI-I compatible device and are HDCP compliant, allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-Ray and other protected content. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)
  • Page 18 USB 3.0 ports. 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. • DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows ®...
  • Page 19 Parallel Port (optional). This port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or other devices. Pad lock slot. This pad lock slot allows your PC to be secured using a standard pad lock. Serial port (optional). This COM1 port is for pointing devices or other serial devices. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)
  • Page 20 BP1AE(SD780) front panel Front USB 3.0 port 2 Front USB 3.0 port 1 Front USB 2.0 port 3 Front USB 2.0 port 4 Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. Optical disk drive eject button. Press this button to eject the optical disk drive tray. 5.25 inch optical disk drive bay.
  • Page 21 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. Microphone port (pink). Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)
  • Page 22 Line Out port (lime). Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or speaker. In a 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. Line In port (light blue). Line In port (light blue). This port connects to a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources.

  • Page 23: Setting Up Your Computer

    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. Plug the monitor to a power source. BM6AE(MD780) ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)
  • Page 24 BM1AE BP1AE(SD780) 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. Chapter 1: Getting started...
  • Page 25 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. BM6AE(MD780) BM1AE ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)

  • Page 26: Connecting The Power Cord

    BP1AE(SD780) 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. BM6AE(MD780) Chapter 1: Getting started...
  • Page 27 BM1AE BP1AE(SD780) ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)

  • Page 28: Turning Your Computer On/Off

    To turn your computer ON: Turn your monitor ON. Press the power button on your computer. Power button Power button BM6AE(MD780) BM1AE Power button BP1AE(SD780) Wait until the operating system loads automatically. Turning your computer OFF To turn your computer OFF on Windows ®...

  • Page 29: Chapter 2: Using Windows

    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 BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)

  • Page 30: Using Windows ® 7 Desktop

    Using Windows 7 desktop ® Click the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more information about Windows ® Using the Start menu The Start menu gives you access to programs, utilities, and other useful items on your computer. It also provides you with more information about Windows 7 through its Help and Support feature.

  • Page 31: Pinning Programs On The Start Menu Or Taskbar

    Remove from this list. Unpinning programs from the taskbar To unpin programs from the taskbar: From the taskbar, right-click the program that you want to remove from the taskbar, then select Unpin this program from taskbar. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)

  • Page 32: Managing Your Files And Folders

    Using the notification area By default, the notification area shows these three icons: Action Center notification Click this icon to display all the alert messages/notifications and launch the Windows ® Action Center. Network connection This icon displays the connection status and signal strength of the wired or wireless network connection.
  • Page 33 From the menu that appears, select Sort by, then select your preferred sorting type. Grouping your files To group your files: Launch Windows Explorer. Right-click anywhere on the View pane. From the menu that appears, select Group by, then select your preferred grouping type. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)

  • Page 34: Restoring Your System Settings

    Adding a new folder To add a new folder: Launch Windows Explorer. From the toolbar, click New folder. Key in a name for the new folder. You may also right-click anywhere on the View pane, click New > Folder. Backing up your files Setting up a backup To set up a backup: >...

  • Page 35: Protecting Your Computer

    ® Select Manage another account. Select Create a new account. Key in the name of the new user. Select either Standard user or Administrator as the user type. When done, click Create Account. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)

  • Page 36: Getting Windows ® Help And Support

    Setting up a user’s password To set up a user’s password: Select the user that you would like to set a password. Select Create a password. Key in a password and confirm it. Key in your password’s hint. When done, click Create password. Activating the anti-virus software Trend Micro Internet Security is pre-installed on your computer.

  • Page 37: Chapter 3: Using Windows

    Once you are done configuring the basic items, the Windows 8 video tutorial appears. ® Watch this tutorial to learn more about Windows 8 functionalities. ® For details on using Windows 8, refer to the next sections. ® ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)

  • Page 38: Using The Windows ® Ui

    Using the Windows ® 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.
  • Page 39 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. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)
  • Page 40 Hotspot Action upper left corner 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. From a running app screen: lower left corner Hover your mouse pointer then click on the Start screen’s thumbnail to go back to the Start screen.

  • Page 41: Working With Windows ® Apps

    Move your mouse pointer on the top side of the launched app then wait for the pointer to change to a hand icon. • Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the screen to close it. • From the running app’s screen, press <Alt> + <F4>. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)
  • Page 42 Accessing the All Apps screen 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 + <Z>, and click the All Apps icon.

  • Page 43: Charms Bar

    Charms bar looks like once activated. Use your Desktop PC’s mouse or keyboard to launch the Charms bar. • Move your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right corner of the screen. • Press + <C>. + <C>. >. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)

  • Page 44: Inside The Charms Bar

    Inside the Charms bar 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.

  • Page 45: Snap Feature

    • Launch an app then press automatically be placed in the smaller display area. Launch another app. This second app will automatically appear in the bigger display area. To switch between apps, press + <J>. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)

  • Page 46: Other Keyboard Shortcuts

    Other keyboard shortcuts Using your keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows ® Switches between the Start screen and the last running app. Launches the desktop. + <D> Launches the Computer window on the desktop. + <E>...

  • Page 47: Turning Your Desktop Pc Off

    If your Desktop PC is unresponsive, press and hold the power button for at least four (4) seconds until your Desktop PC turns off. Putting your Desktop PC to sleep To put your Desktop PC on Sleep mode, press the Power button once. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)

  • Page 48: Entering The Bios Setup

    Entering the BIOS Setup 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: •...

  • Page 49: Chapter 4: Connecting Devices To Your Computer

    You can enable or disable the front and rear USB .0 and USB 3.0 ports individually from the BIOS Setup. Refer to the Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS section in Chapter 5 of this user manual for details. Front panel BM6AE(MD780) BM1AE BP1AE(SD780) ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)

  • Page 50: Rear Panel

    Rear panel BM6AE(MD780) BM1AE BP1AE(SD780) Chapter 4: Connecting devices to your computer...
  • Page 51 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 BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)

  • Page 52: 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 BM6AE(MD780) BM1AE Chapter 4: Connecting devices to your computer...
  • Page 53 BP1AE(SD780) Connecting 2-channel Speakers ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)
  • Page 54 Connecting 4-channel Speakers Connecting 6-channel Speakers Chapter 4: Connecting devices to your computer...
  • Page 55 Connecting 8-channel Speakers ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)
  • Page 56 Chapter 4: Connecting devices to your computer...

  • Page 57: Chapter 5: 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 BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)

  • Page 58: Using The Optical Drive (On Selected Models Only)

    Using the optical drive (on selected models only) Inserting an optical disc To insert an optical disc: While your system is on, press the eject button below the drive bay cover to open the tray. Place the disc to the optical drive with the label side facing up. Push the tray to close it.

  • Page 59: Configuring The Usb Ports Using The Bios

    Select the USB port that you want to enable or disable. Press <Enter> to enable or disable the selected USB port. Click Exit and select Save Changes & Reset to save the changes made. Refer to Chapter 1 for the locations of the USB ports. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)

  • Page 60: Configuring The Hdd Security Setting Using The Bios

    Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS You can set a password in the BIOS Setup to protect your HDD. To set a password for your HDD from the BIOS Setup: Press <Delete> to enter the BIOS Setup at startup. From the BIOS Setup EZ Mode screen, click Exit >...

  • Page 61: Chapter 6: Connecting To The Internet

    Refer to the documentation that came with your DSL/cable modem. 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. BM6AE(MD780) Modem RJ-45 cable ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)
  • Page 62 BM1AE Modem RJ-45 cable BP1AE(SD780) Modem RJ-45 cable Turn on the DSL/cable modem and your computer. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. • For more details, refer to the section Configuring the network connection. • Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection.

  • Page 63: 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. BM6AE(MD780) RJ-45 cable BM1AE RJ-45 cable ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)
  • Page 64 BP1AE(SD780) RJ-45 cable Turn on your computer. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. • For more details, refer to the section Configuring the network connection. • Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection.
  • Page 65 Select Obtain DNS server address automatically if you want the DNS server settings to be assigned automatically. Otherwise, select Use the following DNS server addresses: and key in the Preferred and Alternate DNS server. Click OK when done. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)
  • Page 66 Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection. Return to the Network and Sharing Center and then click Set up a new connection or network. Select Connect to the Internet and click Next. Select Broadband (PPPoE) and click Next.
  • Page 67 Repeat steps 1 to 4 of the previous section. Click Use the following IP address. Enter the IP address, Subnet mask and Gateway from your service provider. If needed, enter the preferred DNS Server address and alternative address. When done, click OK. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)
  • Page 68 Configuration options on Windows ® Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection To configure a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection: From the Start screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop mode. and click Open Network From the Windows taskbar, right-click the network icon ®...
  • Page 69 Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection. Return to the Network and Sharing Center and then click Set up a new connection or network. Select Connect to the Internet and click Next. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)
  • Page 70 Select Broadband (PPPoE) and click Next. Enter your User name and, Password, and Connection name. Click Connect. Click Close to finish the configuration. Click the network icon in the taskbar and click the connection you just created. Enter your user name and password. Click Connect to connect to the Internet.

  • Page 71: Chapter 7: Using The Utilities

    ® 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. Using AI Suite II AI Suite II automatically starts when you enter the Windows operating system.

  • Page 72: The Tool Menu

    The Tool menu The Tool menu includes the EPU, Probe II, and Sensor Recorder panels. Launching and configuring EPU EPU is an energy-efficient tool that provides you with a total power-saving solution. It detects the current loading and intelligently adjusts the power usage in real-time. When you select the Auto mode, the system changes modes automatically according to the current system status.
  • Page 73 The Preference tab allows you to customize the time interval of sensor alerts, or • change the temperature unit. Saves your configuration Loads your saved configuration Applies your changes Loads the default threshold values for each sensor ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)
  • Page 74 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. •...

  • Page 75: 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 76 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. MyLogo ASUS MyLogo allows you to customize the boot logo. The boot logo is the image that appears on screen during the Power-On Self-Tests (POST). ASUS MyLogo allows you to: ASUS MyLogo allows you to: •...

  • Page 77: The System Information Screen

    Click the Disk tab and then select each disk to see the details on it. • The Support screen The Support screen displays the information about the ASUS website, technical support website, download support website, or contact information. The Settings screen The Settings screen allows you to customize the main menu bar settings and the interface’s...

  • Page 78: Asus Webstorage

    ASUS WebStorage ASUS WebStorage is storage app and a cloud service that allow you to save, sync, share, and access your files anytime and anywhere. Ensure to install the latest ASUS WebStorage PC Suite in your computer. Visit our website at http://www.asuswebstorage.com for more details.
  • Page 79 It also allows you to preview or stream files on your mobile device. • Go to Web ASUS WebStorage allows you to experience its value-added cloud service without the risk of losing your data. Settings Click the Settings icon to launch the Settings screen.
  • Page 80 Click the ASUS WebStorage icon from the Start screen. Using WebStorage cloud service • To access your files online, ensure that you have an ASUS WebStorage account. Register if you don’t own one. • Ensure that your Desktop PC is connected to the Internet before accessing ASUS WebStorage.
  • Page 81 Customizing contents in MySyncFolder You can customize your contents in this folder like rename, tag as favorites, share via e-mail or link via ASUS WebStorage site. To customize your contents in MySyncFolder: Right-click the file or folder to select and launch the settings bar.
  • Page 82 WebStorage plans from our support site. For more information, visit https:// service.asuswebstorage.com/store. Tagging and sharing contents in Backed-up Data You can tag a file or folder as favorites and share it via e-mail or link via ASUS WebStorage site. To tag and share files in Backed-up data folder: to launch Backed-up Data.
  • Page 83 Deleting contents from My Collection folder To delete contents from My Collection folder: Right-click on the file or folder to select and launch the settings bar. to delete the file or folder that you selected then click OK. Click ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)
  • Page 84 Customizing contents in My Collection folder You can customize your contents in this folder like rename, tag as favorites, share via e-mail or link via ASUS WebStorage site. To customize your contents in My Collection folder: Right-click on the file or folder to select and launch the settings bar.
  • Page 85 Click to remove the file or folder. Customizing contents in Starred folder You can customize your contents in this folder like rename, share via e-mail or link via ASUS WebStorage site. To customize your contents in Starred folder: Right-click on the file or folder to select and launch the settings bar.
  • Page 86 Click to go back to main screen. Customizing contents in Recent changes folder You can customize your contents in this folder like rename, share via e-mail or link via ASUS WebStorage site. To customize your contents in Recent changes folder: Right-click on the file to select and launch the settings bar.
  • Page 87 Click to go back to main screen. Customizing photos You can customize your photos in this folder like rename, share via e-mail or link via ASUS WebStorage site. To customize your contents in Recent photos folder: Right-click on the file to select and launch the settings bar.

  • Page 88: Recent Music

    This folder allows you to view the music files saved in Backed-up Data and My Collection folders. It also allows you to customize the music files like rename, delete, tag as favorite and share via e-mail or link via ASUS WebStorage site. You can only customize music files saved in My Collection folder.
  • Page 89 My shared link This folder allows you to view and access the contents that you linked in ASUS WebStorage site. You can only customize links saved in MySyncFolder and My Collection folders. Viewing shared links To view shared links: Click to launch My shared link folder.

  • Page 90: Asus Easy Update

    ASUS Easy Update ASUS Easy Update 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 icon. Select Schedule to set how often you want to update your system.

  • Page 91: Asus Secure Delete

    ASUS Secure Delete ASUS Secure Delete makes deleted files completely irrecoverable via a simple drag-and- drop interface, thus enhancing your data security. To use ASUS Secure Delete: Do either of the following to launch ASUS Secure Delete: On Windows ®...
  • Page 92 Tick Delete the files listed in the recycle bin if you want to permanently delete all the files in the recycle bin. Click Clear, and then click OK on the confirmation message to permanently delete all the files listed in the deletion box and the recycle bin (if selected in step 3).

  • Page 93: Asus Business Suite .0

    To install ASUS Business Suite 2.0: Place the support DVD in the optical drive. Double-click the setup.exe file from the ASUS Business Suite .0 folder in the Software folder in the support DVD.
  • Page 94 It offers a total system-wide energy optimization, reduces fan noise, and extends the component’s lifespan. Refer to the ASUS Ai Suite II section of this chapter for the detailed configuration of this utility. ASUS Update...

  • Page 95: Nero Essentials

    Select the files that you want to burn. When done, click Add. After selecting files that you want to burn, click Burn to burn the files to a disc. For more details about using Nero Essentials, refer to the Nero website at www.nero.com ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)

  • Page 96: Recovering Your System

    DO NOT delete the system recovery partition, which is the partition without volume label on Disk 0. The system recovery partition is created at the factory and cannot be restored if deleted. Take your Desktop PC to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with the recovery process.

  • Page 97: Resetting Your Pc

    • Ensure that all data are backed up before doing a full recovery of your operating system to avoid losing important files. Download the multi-language versions of this notice from the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)

  • Page 98: Recovering From A System Image File

    To reset your PC by using Recovery DVD: • Back up all your data before using this option. • Disconnect all external hard disk drives before performing system recovery on your Desktop PC to avoid restoring Windows on the wrong partition or drive. Press <F8>...
  • Page 99 Next. Select the USB storage device where you want to copy the recovery files. Click Next. Click Create. Wait for a while for the process to complete. When the process is completed, click Finish. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)

  • Page 100: Removing Everything And Reinstalling Windows

    Removing everything and reinstalling Windows 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.

  • Page 101: Chapter 8: 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. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)
  • Page 102 The arrow keys on the number key pad are not working. Check if the Number Lock LED is off. When the Number Lock LED is on, the keys on the number key pad are used to input numbers only. Press the Number Lock key to turn the LED off if you want to use the arrow keys on the number key pad.
  • Page 103 From the Desktop Mode screen a) Launch the Desktop Mode from the Start screen. b) Right click anywhere on your Desktop Mode screen. When the pop-up menu appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)
  • Page 104 My speakers produce no sound. • Ensure that you connect your speakers to the Line out port (lime) on the front panel or the rear panel. • Check if your speak is connected to an electrical source and turned on. •...
  • Page 105 • Ensure that the power cord is Your computer’s power properly connected. cord is not properly connected. • Use other compatible power cord. Contact the ASUS Service Center PSU (Power supply unit) about installing another PSU on your problems computer. ASUS BM6AE(MD780), BM1AE, and BP1AE(SD780)
  • Page 106 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 107 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 108 • Contact the ASUS Service Center Contact the ASUS Service Center for assistance. 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 109: Asus Contact Information

    +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +1-81-8-787 Support fax +1-81-84-0883 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 1-3, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-10-959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Telephone (Component) +49-1805-01093*...

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