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  • Page 1 ASUS Essentio Desktop PC CM5340 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

    Using the optical drive ................4-2 Using the multimedia keyboard (on selected models only) ......4-3 Chapter 5 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection ..................5-1 Chapter 6 Using the Utilities ASUS AI Manager ..................6-1 ASUS EPU-4 Engine .................. 6-4...
  • Page 4 Contents ASUS Update ..................... 6-8 ASUS MyLogo2™ ..................6-9 Nero 9 ..................... 6-10 Recovering your system ................6-11 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ..................7-1...

  • Page 5: Notices

    Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: •...

  • 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 20 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 local Technical Support Engineer.

  • Page 9: Package Contents

    Package contents ASUS Essentio Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Power cord x1 Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 Nero 9 burning software DVD 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 vary...

  • 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

    2 x 5.25 inch optical disk drive bays. 2 x 5.25 inch optical disk drive bays. The 5.25 inch optical disk drive bays are for 5.25 inch DVD-ROM / CD-RW / DVD-RW devices. 2 x 3.5 inch drive bays. 2 x 3.5 inch drive bays. The 3.5 inch drive bays are for 3.5 inch hard disk drives / memory card readers.
  • Page 12 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. Expansion slot brackets. Expansion slot brackets. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card. ASUS CM5340...

  • Page 13: 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 14: Using The Onboard Display Output Ports

    Connect a VGA monitor to the VGA 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 15: 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. 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 16: 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 CM5340...

  • Page 17: 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 CM5340...

  • Page 18: Using The Start Menu

    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 19: Pinning Programs On The Start Menu Or Taskbar

    From the Start menu, right-click the program that you want to unpin, then select 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 CM5340...

  • Page 20: 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 21 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 CM5340...

  • Page 22: 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: Click...

  • Page 23: Protecting Your Computer

    From the Windows taskbar, click ® 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 CM5340...

  • Page 24: 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 25: 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 CM5340...

  • 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, and 6-channel stereo speakers. Connecting Headphone and Mic Connecting 2-channel Speakers Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer...
  • Page 27 Connecting 4-channel Speakers Connecting 6-channel Speakers ASUS CM5340...

  • Page 28: 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 29 Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this option to show desktop only on monitor 1 or monitor 2. • Remove this display: Select this options to remove the selected display. Click Apply or OK. Then click Keep Changes on the confirmation message. ASUS CM5340...

  • Page 30: Connecting An Hdtv

    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.

  • Page 31: 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 CM5340...

  • Page 32: Using The Optical Drive

    Using the optical drive 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 33: 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 34: 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 35: Btc 6200C Keyboard

    ME / 2000 / XP / Vista / 7 operating ® systems without installing a driver. For Windows 98SE operating system, visit the BTC ® website at www.btc.com.tw to download the driver. • Install Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later versions before using the Internet keys. ® ASUS CM5340...
  • Page 36 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. Chapter 4: Using your computer...

  • Page 37: 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 CM5340...

  • Page 38: 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 39: Chapter 6 Using The Utilities

    The support DVD and Recovery DVD are not included in the package. You can burn it by yourself. Refer to section Recovering your system for details. ASUS AI Manager ASUS AI Manager is a utility which gives you quick and easy access to frequently-used applications. Installing AI Manager To install AI Manager: Place the support DVD in the optical drive.

  • Page 40: Ai Manager Quick Bar

    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 41 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 42: Asus Epu-4 Engine

    ASUS EPU-4 Engine ASUS EPU-4 Engine is an energy-efficient tool that provides you with a total system power-saving solution. It detects the current computer loading and intelligently adjusts the power in real-time. It automatically adjusts the power usage for the CPU, VGA card, hard drives, and CPU fan.
  • Page 43 VGA card status Displays the status of the graphics card. If your graphics card is not compatible with the motherboard, a “No VGA card detected” message appears. Refer to the ASUS VGA QVL List at http://event.asus.com/mb/EPU-4_Engine/ for compatible VGA cards. ASUS CM5340...
  • Page 44 Displays the current or total reduced CO2 emission. Mode properties Displays the properties of each mode. Exit button Closes the ASUS EPU-4 utility, Calibrate button Allows the system to detect the CPU properties for optimal power management. Setting button Click this button to configure the mode settings.

  • Page 45: Configuring The Mode Settings

    Configuring the mode settings To configure the mode settings: From the ASUS EPU-4 main menu, click Setting to launch the Setting screen. Click the tab to configure the settings of High Performance mode. Click tab to configure the settings of Maximum Power Saving mode.

  • Page 46: Asus Update

    ASUS Update The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows environment. ® • ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).

  • Page 47: Asus Mylogo2

    ASUS MyLogo2™ The ASUS MyLogo2™ utility lets you customize the boot logo. The boot logo is the image that appears on screen during the Power-On Self-Tests (POST). ASUS MyLogo2™ is automatically installed when you install the ASUS Update utility from the Support DVD.

  • Page 48: 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 49: Recovering Your System

    System DVD 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 CM5340 6-11...
  • Page 50 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. 6-12 Chapter 6: Using the Utilities...

  • Page 51: 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 52 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 53 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 respond. Click > Computer. Right-click , then click Eject from the menu. ASUS CM5340...
  • Page 54 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 55 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 56 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 57 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.

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