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  • Page 1 Desktop PC G15DS User Guide...
  • 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....................11 Where to find more information ....................11 Package contents ...........................12 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! ............................13 Getting to know your computer ....................13 Setting up your computer......................24 Turning your computer ON ......................27 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device ....................29...

  • 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 Lithium Battery Warning CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. 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.
  • Page 6 Déclaration de conformité d’Industrie Canada Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. Le présent appareil est conforme aux normes CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
  • Page 7 This is a product for which interference was measured at the present installation site and confirmed to comply with the standard of Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). Before using the equipment at any location other than the present installation site, the member shall measure interference for confirmation and register the result to VCCI.
  • Page 8 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 9 Regional notice for Singapore Complies with This ASUS product complies with IMDA Standards. IMDA Standards DB103778 Optical Drive Safety Information Laser Safety Information CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT WARNING! To prevent exposure to the optical drive’s laser, do not attempt to disassemble or repair the optical drive by yourself.

  • Page 10: 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 11 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.

  • Page 12: 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 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 https://www.asus.com/support/contact for the contact information of...

  • Page 13: Package Contents

    Package contents Desktop PC Keyboard x1 (optional) Mouse x1 (optional) G15DS Power cord x1 Installation Guide x1 Warranty Card x1 • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may...

  • Page 15: 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, their locations and the chassis color vary with different models.
  • Page 16 Front & Top Chapter 1: Getting started...
  • Page 17 We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports for faster and better performance for your USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices. Headset hanger. Press to open the headset hanger (with maximum load up to 1kg) and hang your headset here. ASUS G15DS...
  • Page 18 Rear panel PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard/mouse. HDMI™ port (optional). 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. DisplayPort.
  • Page 19 LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. LAN port LED indications ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED Activity/Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description No link 10Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection LAN port ASUS G15DS...
  • Page 20 Wi-Fi ports. These ports connect to Wi-Fi antennas. Refer to the section Wi-Fi antennas installation in Chapter 4 for details. ASUS Graphics Cards (on selected models only). The display output ports on these optional ASUS Graphics Cards may vary with different models.
  • Page 21 DIMM_A2 DIMM_A2 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B2 DIMM_B2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 DIMM_B2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 1 x DIMM √ 2 x DIMM √ √ 3 x DIMM √ √ √ 4 x DIMM √ √ √ √ ASUS G15DS...
  • Page 22 • Install DIMMs with the same capacity from the same manufacturer in the slots of the same channel. Single memory capacity DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Total memory capacity 12GB 16GB 16GB 16GB 16GB 24GB 32GB 32GB 32GB 16GB 16GB 32GB 48GB 16GB 16GB...
  • Page 23 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 G15DS...
  • Page 24 Installing a graphics card in your computer • PCIEX16_1 slot supports graphics cards and storage devices only while other PCIE slots support storage devices and other PCIe devices. • Install the primary graphics card in PCIEX16_1 if you use two graphics cards. To install a graphics card in your computer: Turn off your computer.
  • Page 25 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 G15DS...

  • Page 26: 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 27 Connect a monitor to a display output 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 28 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. 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 29: Turning Your Computer On

    This section describes how to turn on your computer after setting up your computer. 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. ASUS G15DS...
  • Page 30 Chapter 1: Getting started...

  • Page 31: Chapter 2 Connecting Devices To Your Computer

    This desktop PC provides USB 3.2 Gen 2, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C®, USB 3.2 Gen 1 and USB2.0 ports on the top and rear panels. The 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. Top panel Rear panel ASUS G15DS...

  • Page 32: Connecting Microphone And Speakers

    Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on both the top 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. Connecting Headphone and Mic Connecting 2-channel Speakers Connecting 4-channel Speakers...
  • Page 33 Connecting 5.1-channel Speakers Connecting 7.1-channel Speakers ASUS G15DS...

  • Page 34: 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 35: 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 G15DS...
  • Page 36 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer...

  • Page 37: 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 G15DS...
  • Page 38 Chapter 3: Using your computer...

  • Page 39: 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 G15DS...
  • Page 40 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 41 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 G15DS...
  • Page 42 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 43: Wi-Fi Antennas Installation

    • If your desktop PC comes with a 1x1 network card, the Wi-Fi antennas connected to this network card will operate in 1x1 mode. The illustration above is for reference only. The I/O port layout may vary with models, but the Wi-Fi antennas installation procedure is the same for all models. ASUS G15DS...
  • Page 44 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet...

  • Page 45: 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 46 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 47 Windows notification area, then click • If it is not muted, click and drag the slider to adjust the volume. • Connect your speakers to another computer to test if the speakers arer working properly. ASUS G15DS...
  • Page 48 • 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. Chapter 5: Troubleshooting...
  • Page 49 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 50 • 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 51 • 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 52 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting...

  • Page 53: Starting For The First Time

    Log off from Windows® or switch to a different user account 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 G15DS...

  • Page 54: 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 55: Connecting To Wired Networks

    From the log-in screen, select the power icon then select Sleep. • Press to launch Shut Down Windows. Select Sleep from the drop-down list 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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