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Asus G50AB User Manual

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  • Page 1: Asus Desktop Pc

    ASUS Desktop PC G50AB 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 your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC..........43 Using the memory card reader ..............44 Using the optical drive ................. 45 Using the ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard ..........46 Using the ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse ............. 47...
  • Page 4 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection ..................55 Wireless connection (on selected models only) ........... 60 Chapter 6: Using the utilities ASUS AI Suite II ................... 63 Recovering your system ................7 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ................... 76 ASUS contact information ................83...

  • 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

    • The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with different models. • For details on using the bundled gaming keyboard and mouse, refer to sections Using the ASUS ROG Gaming Keyboard and Using the ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse.

  • 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: Front Panel

    Front panel Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. Optical disk drive bay. There is an optical disk drive in this bay. Optical disk drive eject button. Press this button to eject the optical disk drive tray. HDD Bay (empty).
  • Page 13 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. This port connects to a microphone. Headphone port. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard ASUS G50AB...

  • Page 14: Rear Panel

    Rear panel 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. USB BIOS Flashback button. USB BIOS Flashback allows you to easily update the BIOS without entering the existing BIOS or operating system.
  • Page 15 USB 3.0 ports, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode. 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. • The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows 7 or later versions.
  • Page 16 Power connector. Plug the power cord to this connector. INPUT RATING: 100~240Vac / 10~5A, 50/60Hz ASUS Graphics Cards (on selected models only). The display output ports on these optional ASUS Graphics Cards may vary with different models. Chapter 1: Getting started...
  • Page 17 BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection Optical S/PDIF_OUT port. This port connects to an external audio output device via an optical S/PDIF cable. PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse combo port. This port is for a PS/ keyboard or mouse. ASUS G50AB...

  • Page 18: 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 19: Connecting The Power Cord

    Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer. The pre-installed setup utility for the bundled ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse can be accessed only when connecting the mouse to your computer before starting Windows ®...

  • Page 20: 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. Turn the power switch ON, then press the power button on your computer. Power button Wait until the operating system loads automatically.

  • Page 21: Chapter 2: 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 G50AB...

  • Page 22: 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 23 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 G50AB...
  • Page 24 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 25: Working With Windows ® Apps

    Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the screen to close it. Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the screen to close it. • From the running app’s screen, press <Alt> �� <F4>. From the running app’s screen, press <Alt> �� <F4>. ASUS G50AB...
  • Page 26 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 ��...

  • Page 27: 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 G50AB...

  • Page 28: 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 29: Snap Feature

    �� < . > to activate the Snap bar. The first app would • 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 G50AB...

  • Page 30: 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. ��...

  • Page 31: 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 G50AB...

  • Page 32: 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 33: 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 G50AB...

  • Page 34: 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 -channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers. Connecting Headphone and Mic Connecting 2-channel Speakers Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer...
  • Page 35 Connecting 4-channel Speakers Connecting 6-channel Speakers ASUS G50AB...
  • Page 36 Connecting 8-channel Speakers Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer...

  • Page 37: Connecting The Phoebus Box (With A Phoebus Sound Card)

    Phoebus Control Box into this Mic-In port for voice communication, recording or karaoke. Headphone Port The headphone port has a built-in high-quality amplifier to drive headphones. Connect the Phoebus Control box directly to this port. Box Link Port Connect Phoebus Control box directly to this port. ASUS G50AB...
  • Page 38 Connecting the Phoebus Control Box with an external headphone and microphone Headphone Out Mic In Item Description Headphone Port Connect the headphone to the headphone port on the Phoebus Control box. Microphone In Port Connect the microphone’s 3.5mm plug to the Mic-In port on the Phoebus Control Box.
  • Page 39 Configuring the default audio device To configure the default audio device: Right-click the volume icon on the System Tray and click Playback devices. Click the Recording or Playback tab and right-click the audio device. Click Set as Default Communication Device. ASUS G50AB...

  • Page 40: 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 41 This increases your desktop space. Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this option to show desktop only on monitor • 1 or monitor . Click Apply or OK. Then click Keep Changes on the confirmation message. ASUS G50AB...

  • Page 42: 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 43: 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 G50AB...

  • Page 44: 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. To use the memory card: Insert the memory card into the card slot.

  • Page 45: Using The Optical Drive

    Hover your mouse pointer over the lower left corner of Windows desktop then right-click ® on the Start screen’s thumbnail. From the popup menu, click File Explorer to open the Computer screen. Remove the disc from the disc tray. ASUS G50AB...

  • Page 46: Using The Asus Rog U9N Gaming Keyboard

    Using the ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard Your Desktop PC comes with the bundled ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard for an optimal gaming experience. Installing the ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard Use the bundled PS/ to USB adapter to connect your gaming keyboard to your computer’s USB .0 port.

  • Page 47: Using The Asus Gx900 Gaming Mouse

    Your Desktop PC comes with the bundled ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse for your full-blast game control. The ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse comes with a left button, a right button, a scroll wheel, two side buttons, a DPI button, and a specially designed Profile Switch button.
  • Page 48 A specially designed program is pre-installed on your computer, which allows you to set up your ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse to avail all its features. When you connect ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse to your computer before starting Windows ® 8 for the first time, the program automatically detected the mouse and can be accessed directly.
  • Page 49 Click to save the settings you have made and exit the program. * Each profile provides two DPI levels. Two DPI switch LEDs light up indicating that you are using Level 1, and four LEDs light up indicating that you are using Level . ASUS G50AB...
  • Page 50 Profile 1 menu Items Description Click to open the Edit menu and change the profile name and profile icon. Enter the desired profile name. Click to locate the image file you want to use as the profile icon. Select the function for each button/action from the drop down list. * Refer to the table below for more details.
  • Page 51 Press the button to turn the volume’s mute mode on/off. Calculator Press the button to launch the Calculator application. My Computer Press the button to open My Computer window. Disabled Select this item to deactivate the mouse’s selected button. ASUS G50AB...
  • Page 52 Edit Macro menu Items Description Edit Macro Click to open the Edit Macro menu. Check this item to record the time between pressing down and Timing releasing a button. (Default: 1 milliseconds) When checked, the new instruction will be inserted before the selected Insert instruction.
  • Page 53 Sets the script to run when you hold down the button and stop when Keeping fire you release the button. Export Click to save the current script to your hard disk drive. Import Click to load a script from your hard disk drive. ASUS G50AB...
  • Page 54 Chapter 4: Using your computer...

  • Page 55: Chapter 5: Connecting To The Internet

    Configuring a static IP network connection. • Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details or assistance in setting up your Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection. ASUS G50AB...

  • Page 56: 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 57 From the Windows taskbar, right-click the network icon ® and Sharing Center. 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. ASUS G50AB...
  • Page 58 Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. 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.
  • Page 59 Repeat steps 1 to 4 of the previous section Configuring a dynamic 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. ASUS G50AB...

  • Page 60: Wireless Connection (On Selected Models Only)

    Wireless connection (on selected models only) Connect your computer to the Internet through a wireless connection. To establish a wireless connection, you need to connect to a wireless access point (AP). Using the Wi-Fi ring movable antenna USB3.0/UASP USB KB/MS USB KB/MS Wireless AP Modem...
  • Page 61 • To increase the range and sensitivity of the wireless radio signal, connect the external antennas to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card. • Place the antennas on the top of your computer for the best wireless performance.
  • Page 62 To connect to a Wi-Fi network: Do any of the following to launch the Charms bar from the Start screen or from any application mode: Hover you mouse pointer on the upper or lower right of the screen. On your keyboard, press ��...

  • Page 63: Chapter 6: Using The Utilities

    Windows ® 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 64: System Level Up

    The Tool menu The Tool menu includes the System Level Up, Probe II, Sensor Recorder, and Ai Charger��. System Level Up System Level Up allows you to overclock the system in Windows environment using the ® profile settings. To launch System Level up, click Tool > System Level Up on the AI Suite II menu bar. In setting the function, assign the hot keys for the system level up profile exchange.
  • Page 65 The Preference tab allows you to customize the time interval of sensor alerts, or • change the temperature unit. Saves your configuration Loads the default Applies your changes threshold values for Loads your saved each sensor configuration ASUS G50AB...
  • Page 66 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 67: Launching And Configuring Ai Charger

    • ** The actual charging speed may vary with your USB device’s conditions. • Ensure to remove and reconnect your USB device after enabling or disabling Ai Charger�� to ensure normal charging function. To launch Ai Charger��, click Tool > Ai Charger+ on the AI Suite II main menu bar. ASUS G50AB...
  • Page 68 The Monitor menu The Monitor menu includes the Sensor and CPU Frequency panels. Launching Sensor The Sensor panel displays the current value of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU displays the current value of a system sensor such as fan rotation, CPU temperature, and voltages.

  • Page 69: Asus Update

    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 70 Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from file, then click Next. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, click Open, and click Next.

  • Page 71: 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 skin.

  • Page 72: Recovering Your System

    Recovering your system Resetting your PC The Reset your PC option restores your PC to its factory default settings. Back up all your data before using this option. To reset your PC: Press <F9> during bootup. From the screen, click Troubleshoot. Select Reset your PC.
  • Page 73 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 G50AB...

  • Page 74: 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 75 ASUS G50AB...

  • Page 76: 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 77 To use this recovery option, click Settings > Change PC Settings > General from the Charms bar, select Refresh everything without affecting your files, and click Get Started. ASUS G50AB...
  • Page 78 The picture on the HDTV is distorted. • It is caused by the different resolutions of your monitor and your HDTV. Adjust the screen resolution to fit your HDTV. To change the screen resolution: Do any of the following to open the Screen Resolution setting screen: From the Start screen Launch the All Apps screen and pin Control Panel on the Start screen.
  • Page 79 • Ensure that the power cord is Your computer’s power properly connected. cord is not properly connected. • Use another compatible power cord. Contact the ASUS Service Center PSU (Power supply unit) about installing another PSU on your problems computer. Display...
  • Page 80 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 81 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. • Contact the ASUS Service Center...
  • Page 82 • 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 83: 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) +49-1805-010923*...

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