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- Page 1 EB1505 User Manual...
- Page 2 ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you for loss, damages or claims based in contract, tort or infringement under this Warranty Statement. This limit also applies to ASUS’ suppliers and its reseller. It is the maximum for which ASUS, its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Configuring the audio output via an HDMI device ......25 Using the slot-in DVD player ................27 Chapter 3: Working with Windows ® System requirements ..................28 Starting for the first time ................29 Windows 8 lock screen ..................29 ® Windows UI .......................0 ® Start Screen.......................0 Windows apps ....................1 ® EB1505 PC... - Page 4 7 ..............5 ® Using the Recovery Partition ..............5 Recovery options on Windows 8 ..............55 ® Resetting your PC ...................55 Recovering from a system image file ............56 Removing everything and reinstalling Windows ........58 Appendices Notices .........................59 ASUS contact information ................66 EB1505 PC...
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Page 5: About This Manual
This chapter provides recovery options for your PC . Appendices This section includes notices and safety statements for your PC . NOTE: The user manual is located in the following folder in your PC: • For 64-bit Windows® 8 OS: Program Files(X86)/ASUS/eManual EB1505 PC... -
Page 6: Conventions Used In This Manual
PC's data and components. Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select. Italic This indicates sections that you can refer to in this manual. EB1505 PC... -
Page 7: Safety Information
• If you encounter the following technical problems with the product, unplug the power cord and contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • The power cord or plug is damaged. EB1505 PC... - Page 8 This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment, and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local technical support services for product recycling. EB1505 PC...
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Page 9: Package Contents
Actual product specifications may vary with territories. • If the device or its components fail or malfunction during normal and proper use within the warranty period, bring the warranty card to the ASUS Service Center for replacement of the defective components. EB1505 PC... -
Page 10: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup
Getting to know your PC Front view Hard disk drive (HDD) LED The hard disk LED blinks when data is being written into or read from the hard disk drive. Power switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the system. EB1505 PC... -
Page 11: Microphone Jack
Built-in IR receiver Your PC’s built-in IR receiver receives signal from your remote control to remotely access and manage your BIOS key Before booting up the system, insert a straightened paper clip into this hole to enter the BIOS. EB1505 PC... -
Page 12: Rear View
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports are compatible with USB 2.0/1.1 devices such as keyboards, mouse devices, cameras, and hard disk drives. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripheral acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. EB1505 PC... -
Page 13: Hdmi Port
WARNING! The power adapter may become warm to hot when in use. Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body. Kensington® lock port The Kensington® lock port allows you to secure your PC using Kensington® compatible PC security products. EB1505 PC... -
Page 14: Remote Control (On Selected Models)
Remote control (on selected models) Use the remote to launch the Windows® MCE (Media Center) or control the PowerDVD to play media files. NOTE: The remote control type and MCE functions may vary depending on models. EB1505 PC... - Page 15 Press to launch the Music menu in Windows® MCE. Video Press to launch the Videos menu in Windows® MCE. Numeric buttons Press to enter numbers or select a channel.* NOTE: * This function is available in certain areas only. EB1505 PC...
- Page 16 Volume up Press to increase the volume. Windows® MCE Press to open the Windows® MCE.* NOTE: *To be able to use this function, you must purchase the Windows Media pack separately. Return Press to return to the previous page. EB1505 PC...
- Page 17 Press to go back to the previous track. Rewind Press to rewind a media file. Record Press to record TV programs.* NOTE: * This function is available in certain areas only. Play Press to play a media file. Pause Press to pause a playback. EB1505 PC...
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Page 18: Chapter 2: Using Your Pc
Locate the mounting hole at the bottom of your PC. Align the stand’s mounting hole with the mounting hole on your PC, then secure it in place with the stand screw. Stand screw NOTE: You can lay down your PC on a flat surface without the stand. EB1505 PC... -
Page 19: Positioning Your Pc
Positioning your PC × EB1505 PC... -
Page 20: Installing Your Pc To A Monitor
Installing your PC to a monitor To install your PC to a monitor: Secure the VESA mount to your monitor with four screws bundled with your VESA mount kit. NOTE: Your monitor must comply with VESA75 or VESA100 standard. EB1505 PC... - Page 21 PC to the VESA mount with the bundled screws. The stand screw (the same one used for securing the stand to the PC) goes to the bottom hole. The flat-head screw goes to the hole on the right. Stand screw EB1505 PC...
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Page 22: Using Your Pc
PC’s HDMI or VGA port. Connecting to a USB device Connect USB devices like wired/wireless keyboards, mouse devices, and printers to the USB ports on your PC. NOTE: The keyboard varies with country or region. EB1505 PC... -
Page 23: Connecting The Wireless Antenna
Connecting the wireless antenna Connect the wireless antenna to your PC to enhance the wireless signal. Ensure that the wireless antenna is in an upright position (90 angle) to get the best wireless reception. ANT . HDM I E-S ATA EB1505 PC... -
Page 24: Turning Your Pc On
• Adjust the power management settings in the Window® Control Panel. This is to ensure that your PC is set to a low power consumption mode and is fully operational at the same time. EB1505 PC... -
Page 25: Configuring The Audio Output Via An Hdmi Device
From the Start screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop Mode. NOTE: For more details, refer to the section Start screen under Working with Windows® 8. b) Right-click the Volume Mixer icon on the Windows® taskbar and click Playback devices. EB1505 PC... - Page 26 From the Playback screen, select Digital Audio (HDMI). Click Configure and the Speaker Setup window pops up. Select Stereo and click Next. Tick the Front left and right option, and click Next. Click Finish to exit the speaker setup. EB1505 PC...
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Page 27: Using The Slot-In Dvd Player
Using the slot-in DVD player Insert your disc into the slot-in DVD player with the disc’s printed side facing left. Disc’s printed side EB1505 PC... -
Page 28: Chapter 3: Working With Windows 8
16 GB (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit) Graphics card Microsoft DirectX9 graphics device with WDDM driver Screen resolution 1024 x 768 for Windows® apps 1366 x 768 for Snap feature NOTE: For updates on these system requirements, visit http://www.windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/faq EB1505 PC... -
Page 29: Starting For The First Time
The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to your user account. Windows 8 lock screen ® The Windows®8 lock screen may appear when your PC enters the Windows®8 operating system. To proceed, tap on the lock screen or press any key on your PC 's keyboard. EB1505 PC... -
Page 30: Start Screen
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. User account live tiles Zoom in/out button for live tiles EB1505 PC... -
Page 31: Windows Apps
NOTE: Some apps require signing in to your Microsoft account before they are fully launched. Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your PC. The functions in these hotspots can be activated using your mouse. Hotspots on a running app EB1505 PC... - Page 32 Hotspots on the Start screen NOTE: Refer to the next page for the Hotspots’ functions. EB1505 PC...
- Page 33 Snap feature. For more details, refer to Snap feature under Working with Windows® apps. upper and lower Hover your mouse pointer to launch the Charm right corner bar. EB1505 PC...
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Page 34: Working With Windows Apps
To move an app, point and drag it to a new location. Resizing apps Right-click the app to activate its settings bar then tap Unpinning apps To unpin an app from the Start screen, right-click on the app to activate its settings bar then tap EB1505 PC... -
Page 35: Closing Apps
, and click the All Apps icon. Pinning more apps on the Start screen Position the mouse pointer over the app you want to pin on the Start screen. Right-click on the app to activate its settings. Click on the icon. EB1505 PC... -
Page 36: Charm Bar
The image above shows how the Charm bar looks like once activated. Use your PC’s mouse or keyboard to launch the Charm bar: • Move your mouse pointer on the upper or lower right corner of the screen. • Press EB1505 PC... -
Page 37: Inside The Charm Bar
Devices This tool allows you to access and share files with the devices attached to your PC such as an external display or printer. Settings This tool allows you to access the PC settings of your PC. EB1505 PC... -
Page 38: Snap Feature
2. Hover the mouse point on the top side of your screen. 3. Once the pointer changes to a hand icon, drag then drop the app to the left or right side of the display panel. 4. Launch another app. EB1505 PC... -
Page 39: Other Keyboard Shortcuts
Windows®8. Switches between the Start screen and the last running app Launches the desktop Launches the Computer window on Desktop mode Opens the File search pane Opens the Share pane Opens the Settings pane EB1505 PC... - Page 40 Opens Ease of Access Center Opens the Settings search pane Opens a menu box of Windows tools Launches the magnifier icon and zooms in your screen Zooms out your screen Opens the Narrator Settings Enables the print screen function EB1505 PC...
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Page 41: Turning Your Pc Off
• You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update. WARNING! Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. EB1505 PC... -
Page 42: Quickly Enter The Bios
Reconnect the power cord and press the power button to turn on your PC. Press <F2> during POST. NOTE: POST (Power-On Self Test) is a series of software controlled diagnostic tests that run when you turn on your PC. EB1505 PC... -
Page 43: Chapter 4: Connecting To The Internet
When connecting, you may have to enter a password. After a connection has been established, the connection is shown on the list. You can see the wireless network icon in the Notification area. EB1505 PC... -
Page 44: Wired Connection
Use a network (RJ-45) cable to connect your PC to a DSL/cable modem or a local area network (LAN). DSL/Cable Modem Modem RJ-45 cable RJ-45 cable Configure a dynamic IP/PPPoE or static IP network connection. NOTE: For more details, refer to the next sections. EB1505 PC... - Page 45 To configure a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection: Click the network icon in the Windows® Notification area and select Open Network and Sharing Center. Click Change adapter settings in the left blue pane. Right-click Local Area Connection and select Properties. EB1505 PC...
- Page 46 Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) and click Properties. Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. NOTE: Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection. EB1505 PC...
- Page 47 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. Enter your User name and, Password, and Connection name. Click Connect. EB1505 PC...
- Page 48 10. Click Close to finish the configuration. 11. Click the network icon in the taskbar and click the connection you just created. 12. Enter your user name and password. Click Connect to connect to the Internet. EB1505 PC...
- Page 49 IP/PPPoE network connection. 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. EB1505 PC...
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Page 50: Connecting On Windows 8
Launch the Charm bar from the Start screen or from any application mode. NOTE: For details, refer to the section Charm bar under Working with Windows® apps. Charm Bar From the Charm bar, select Settings and click the network icon EB1505 PC... - Page 51 Select the wireless network that you want to connect to from the list. Click Connect. NOTE: You may be prompted to enter a security key to connect to a secured wireless network. EB1505 PC...
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Page 52: Wired Connection
From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen, click Change Adapter settings. Right-click on your LAN and select Properties. Follow steps 4 to 12 on the section Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection or Configuring a static IP network connection under Connecting on Windows 7. EB1505 PC... -
Page 53: Chapter 5: Recovering Your System
WARNING! DO NOT delete the partition named “RECOVERY. ” The recovery partition is created at the factory and cannot be restored by the user if deleted. Take your system to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with the recovery process. - Page 54 NOTE: If there is already a partition with proper size in the selected USB storage device (for example, a partition that has been used as the backup partition), the system will show this partiton automatically and reuse it for backup. EB1505 PC...
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Page 55: Recovery Options On Windows ® 8
IMPORTANT! To go through POST, follow any of the ways described in the section Quickly enter the BIOS in Chapter 3. From the screen, click Troubleshoot. Select Reset your PC. Click Next. Select Only the drive where the Windows is installed. Select Just remove my files. Click Reset. EB1505 PC... -
Page 56: Recovering From A System Image File
Launch the Control Panel from the All Apps screen. NOTE: For details, refer to Launching the All Apps screen under Working with Windows® apps. From the Control Panel’s System and Security, click Find and fix problems. Click Recovery > Create a recovery drive. Click Next. EB1505 PC... - Page 57 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. EB1505 PC...
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Page 58: Removing Everything And Reinstalling Windows
Launch the Charm bar. Click Settings > Change PC Settings > General. Scroll down to view the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option. Under this option, click Get Started. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the reinstallation and reset process. EB1505 PC... -
Page 59: Appendices
REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we publish the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. -
Page 60: Rf Exposure Warning
• Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility in [Article 3.1b] • Testing for electromagnetic compatibility according to [EN 301 489-1] & [EN 301 489-17] • Effective use of the radio spectrum as in [Article 3.2] • Radio test suites according to [EN 300 328-2] EB1505 PC... -
Page 61: France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands
Loir et Cher Loiret Manche Meuse Nièvre Nord Oise Orne Puy du Dôme Pyrénées Atlantique Pyrénées Bas Rhin Orientales Haute Saône Saône et Loire 75 Paris Tarn et Garonne Vaucluse Vosges Yonne Territoire de Val de Marne Belfort EB1505 PC... -
Page 62: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement
RF exposure compliance. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause interference and • This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. EB1505 PC... -
Page 63: Wireless Operation Channel For Different Domains
EC of the European Parliament and Commission from 9 March, 1999 governing Radio and Telecommunications Equipment and mutual recognition of conformity. Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14 Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13 EB1505 PC... -
Page 64: Energy Star Complied Product
Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. 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 after 15 and 30 minutes of user inactivity. - Page 65 EB1505 PC...
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Page 66: Asus Contact Information
+1-812-282-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-1805-010923* Support Fax...