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  • Page 1 ASUS Desktop PC User Guide PD500TE...
  • 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 ..............................4 Safety information ........................... 9 Conventions used in this guide....................10 Where to find more information ....................10 Package contents ...........................11 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! ............................13 Getting to know your computer ....................13 Setting up your computer......................17 Turning your computer ON ......................19 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device ....................21...

  • Page 4: 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. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for the detailed recycling information in different regions.
  • Page 5 Avertissement relatif aux batteries Lithium ATTENTION ! Danger d’explosion si la batterie n’est pas correctement remplacée. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie de type semblable ou équivalent, recommandée par le fabricant. Jeter les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant. Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s).
  • Page 6 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. Déclaration du Département Canadien des Communications Cet appareil numérique ne dépasse pas les limites de classe B en terme d’émissions de nuisances sonores, par radio, par des appareils numériques, et ce conformément aux régulations...
  • Page 7 ASUSTek Computer Inc. hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. Full text of EU declaration of conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. The Wi-Fi operating in the band 5150-5350MHz shall be restricted to indoor use for countries listed...
  • Page 8 The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/1206). Full text of UKCA declaration of conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. The Wi-Fi operating in the band 5150-5350MHz shall be restricted to indoor use for the country...

  • Page 9: Safety Information

    All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default. The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep within 10 and 30 minutes of user inactivity.
  • Page 10 Hazardous moving parts. Desktop should be completely shutdown before servicing product. Replacing fan components should only be attempted by qualified service personnel. Hazardous Moving Parts Warning WARNING: Keep fingers and other body parts away from any moving parts. CAUTION: DO NOT loosen the thumb screws to access the internal area of your device. If service or repair is required, return your device to an authorized service center.

  • Page 11: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS website 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 https://www.asus.com/support/contact for the contact information of...

  • Page 12: Package Contents

    Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 (Optional) Mouse x1 (Optional) Power cord x1 ASUS mouse pad x 1 Installation Guide x1 (Optional) Warranty card x1 • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

  • Page 13: Chapter 1 Getting Started

    Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your ASUS Desktop PC. • The Desktop PC does not support Windows® 7 operating system. ASUS is not responsible for any loss or damage incurred by installing Windows® 7. • Be careful when handling the desktop PC to prevent the risk of injury.
  • Page 14 PD500TE Top panel Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. SD card reader. Insert an SD card into the slot. USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. The Universal Serial Bus 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.2 Gen 1) ports connect to USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
  • Page 15 PD500TE Rear panel DisplayPort. This port is for a DisplayPort-compatible device. HDMI™ ports. These ports are for High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) connectors, and are HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. • The on-board DisplayPort and HDMI™ port only work while using a CPU with integrated graphics.
  • Page 16 Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port. This port allows 2.5Gbps Ethernet connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the Ethernet port LED indications. Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port LED indications ACT/LINK SPEED Activity/Link LED Speed LED Status Description...
  • Page 17 ASUS Graphics Cards (on selected models only). The display output ports on these optional ASUS Graphics Cards may vary with different models. Air vents. These vents allow air ventilation. DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for your computer.
  • Page 18 Installing memory in your computer This desktop PC comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR4 DIMM sockets. DIMM_B1 Channel Sockets DIMM_B2 Channel A DIMM_A1 & DIMM_A2 DIMM_A1 Channel B DIMM_B1 &...
  • Page 19 Align the notch on the bottom edge of the DIMM with the key of the DIMM socket, and then firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the ejector snaps back into place. START RESET Close your computer case. The above pictures are for reference only. The inner structure of the desktop PC may vary. ASUS Desktop PC...
  • Page 20 Installing a graphics card in your computer To install a graphics card in your computer: Turn off your computer. Unplug all cables from your computer. Open your computer case and locate PCIEX16 slot if you are installing the first graphics card. Align the notch on your graphics card with the key of the slot, and then insert the card into the slot.
  • Page 21 Use a screw driver and a screw to lock the graphics card on the chassis. (Optional) Connect a proper power supply plug to the graphics card. ASUS Desktop PC...

  • Page 22: Setting Up 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 23 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. For safety purpose, ONLY connect the power cord to a grounded electrical outlet.. ASUS Desktop PC...

  • Page 24: Turning Your Computer On

    Turning your computer ON This section describes how to turn on your computer after setting up your computer. Turning your computer ON To turn your computer ON: Turn your monitor ON. Press the power button on your computer. Power button Wait until the operating system loads automatically.

  • Page 25: Chapter 2 Connecting Devices To Your Computer

    You can enable or disable the top and rear USB 3.2 Gen 2, USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C® and USB 2.0 ports individually from the BIOS Setup. Refer to the Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS section in Chapter 3 of this user manual for details. Top panel Rear panel ASUS Desktop PC...

  • Page 26: Connecting Microphone And Speakers

    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 2-channel, 4-channel, 5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel stereo speakers. •...
  • Page 27 Connecting 2-channel Speakers Connecting 4-channel Speakers ASUS Desktop PC...
  • Page 28 Connecting 5.1-channel Speakers Connecting 7.1-channel Speakers Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer...

  • Page 29: Changing To The External Audio Output

    For the location of the rear Line Out port, refer to the section Getting to know your computer. Tick Front Speaker Out, then click Tick Line In, then click OK. The audio output will now be from the external audio device. The Audio Manager screenshots above are for reference only. ASUS Desktop PC...

  • 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. 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.

  • Page 31: Connecting An Hdtv

    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. ASUS Desktop PC...
  • Page 32 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer...

  • Page 33: Chapter 3 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 Desktop PC...

  • 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.

  • Page 35: 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 location of the USB ports. ASUS Desktop PC...

  • Page 36: 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, press <F7>...

  • Page 37: Chapter 4 Connecting To The Internet

    Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. • Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection. • For more details, refer to the sections Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection or Configuring a static IP network connection. ASUS Desktop PC...
  • Page 38 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 39 From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen, click Change Adapter settings. Right-click on your LAN and select Properties. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/ IPv4) and click Properties. Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection. ASUS Desktop PC...
  • Page 40 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. Follow the next onscreen instructions to complete the setup. Configuring a static IP network connection To configure a static IP network connection: Repeat steps 1 to 4 of the previous section.

  • Page 41: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting

    If the keyboard is not responding, press and hold the Power button on your chassis until the computer shuts down. Then press the Power button to turn it on. I cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only)? •...
  • Page 42 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 43 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 DVD drive eject button is not responding. From the Start menu, click File Explorer. Right-click , then click Eject from the menu ASUS Desktop PC...
  • Page 44 • Ensure that the power cord is properly Your computer’s power cord connected. is not properly connected. • Use other compatible power cord. PSU (Power supply unit) Contact the ASUS Service Center about problems installing another PSU on your computer. Display Problem Possible Cause Action •...
  • Page 45 Ensure the LAN LED is on. If not, try LAN cable problems another LAN cable. If it still does not work, contact the ASUS service center. Your computer is not Ensure that your computer is properly Cannot access the properly connected to a connected to a router or hub.
  • Page 46 • Remove the extra memory modules Memory module problems The system often that you have installed, then try again. hangs or freezes. • Contact the ASUS Service Center for assistance. There is not enough Move your computer to an area with air ventilation for your better air flow.
  • Page 47 • 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 https://www.asus.com/support for the service center information.
  • Page 48 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting...

  • Page 49: Appendix Working With Windows

    Launching the Start menu You can launch the Start menu in two ways: • Position your mouse pointer over the Start icon on your desktop then click it. • Press the Windows® logo key on your keyboard. ASUS Desktop PC...

  • Page 50: Windows® Apps

    Opening programs from the Start menu One of the most common uses of the Start menu is opening programs installed on your Computer. You can open programs in two ways: • Position your mouse pointer over the program then click to launch it. •...

  • Page 51: Connecting To Wired Networks

    From the log-in screen, select the power icon then select Sleep. to launch Shut Down Windows. Select Sleep from the drop-down list • Press then select OK. You can also put your computer to Sleep mode by pressing the power button once. ASUS Desktop PC...

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