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Page 1: User Guide
ASUS Desktop PC M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD User Guide M52AD M12AD / ED2AD... - 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Notices ..............................5 Safety information ........................... 8 Conventions used in this guide....................9 Where to find more information ....................9 Package contents ...........................10 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! ............................11 Getting to know your computer ....................11 Setting up your computer......................16 Turning your computer ON ......................19 Chapter 2 Connecting devices to your computer... - Page 4 Contents Putting your Desktop PC to sleep ....................55 Entering the BIOS Setup ......................56 Recovering your system .......................57 ASUS contact information ASUS contact information ......................60...
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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. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for the detailed recycling information in different regions. -
Page 6: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement
Avertissement relatif aux batteries Lithium-Ion MISE EN GARDE: Danger d’explosion si la pile n’est pas remplacée correctement. Remplacer uniquement avec une pile de type semblable ou équivalent, recommandée par le fabricant. Mettez au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant. - Page 7 RF Equipment Notices CE: European Community Compliance Statement The equipment complies with the RF Exposure Requirement 1999/519/EC, Council Recommendation of 12 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.
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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. •... -
Page 9: 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 http://support.asus.com/contact for the contact information of local... -
Page 10: Package Contents
Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Mouse x1 Keyboard x1 Power cord x1 Dipole antenna x1 (optional) / Antenna x 1 DVD/SDVD/RDVD x1 (optional) (optional) 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 vary with different models. -
Page 11: Chapter 1 Getting Started
Getting started Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS M12AD / ED2AD / M52AD Desktop PC! ASUS M12AD / ED2AD / M52AD Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. All these values are encapsulated in a stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing. - Page 12 (XD) / Secure Digital™ (SD) / Memory Stick™ (MS) card slot. Insert a supported memory card into this slot. Headphone port. This port connects to a headphone or speaker. Supported by ASUS Audio Wizard. Microphone port. This port connects to a microphone.
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Page 13: Rear Panel
Setting the switch to 115V in a 230V environment or 230V in a 115V environment will seriously damage the system! Power connector. Plug the power cord to this connector. Depending on local regulations, your Desktop PC has the following power ratings: • M12AD / ED2AD / M52AD: • 220-240Vac, 3.0A, 50Hz (China) • 220-240Vac, 3.0A, 50Hz (Europe) • 110-120Vac/220-240Vac, 7.0A/4.0A, 50Hz-60Hz (Taiwan) • 110-120Vac/220-240Vac, 6.0A/3.0A, 50Hz-60Hz (North America) • 110-120Vac/220-240Vac, 6.0A/3.0A, 50Hz-60Hz ; 220-240Vac, 3.0A, 50Hz (Asia Pacific) ASUS M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD... - Page 14 – – – Side Speaker Out ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only). This optional WLAN card allows your computer to connect to a wireless network. Expansion slot brackets. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card. ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only). The display output ports on this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models.
- Page 15 ORANGE 100Mbps connection BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection LAN port Air vents. These vents allow air ventilation. DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for your computer. ASUS M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD...
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Page 16: 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 17: Using The Onboard Display Output Ports
• 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. • To connect multiple external monitors to your computer, refer to Connecting multiple external displays in Chapter 2 of this User Guide for details. ASUS M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD... -
Page 18: 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. Connect your USB keyboard and USB mouse to the USB 2.0 ports. 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 19: Turning Your Computer On
Power button Power button Wait until the operating system loads automatically. For details on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to the Windows 8.1 User Guide, which can ® be found in this manual. ASUS M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD... - Page 20 Chapter 1: Getting started...
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Page 21: Chapter 2 Connecting Devices To Your Computer
M12AD / ED2AD M52AD Rear panel M12AD / ED2AD / M52AD For details, refer to the section Removing a USB storage device in the Windows 8.1 User ® Guide, which can be found in this manual. ASUS M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD... -
Page 22: 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 2.1-channel, 4.1-channel, 5.1- channel, and 7.1-channel stereo speakers. Connecting Headphone and Mic M12AD / ED2AD M52AD Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer... - Page 23 Connecting 2.1-channel Speakers Connecting 4.1-channel Speakers ASUS M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD...
- Page 24 Connecting 5.1-channel Speakers Connecting 7.1-channel Speakers Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer...
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Page 25: Connecting Multiple External Displays
POST. The dual display function works only under Windows. Turn on your computer. Configure the Screen Resolution settings. For details, refer to the section Configuring the Screen Resolution settings in the Windows ® User Guide, which can be found in this manual. ASUS M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD... -
Page 26: 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. Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer... -
Page 27: Chapter 3 Using Your Computer
• Sit upright with your knees, elbows and hips at an approximately 90º angle when you are at the PC. • Place the monitor directly in front of you, and turn the top of the monitor screen even with your eye level so that your eyes look slightly downward. • Keep the mouse close to the keyboard, and if necessary, use a wrist rest for support to reduce the pressure on your wrists while typing. • 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 M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD... -
Page 28: 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 29: Using The Optical Drive
8.1, 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 M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD... - Page 30 Chapter 3: Using your computer...
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Page 31: Chapter 4 Connecting To The Internet
Turn on the DSL/cable modem and your computer. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. • Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection. • For details, refer to the section Configuring the Internet connection settings in the Windows ® 8.1 User Guide, which can be found in this manual. ASUS M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD... -
Page 32: 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 33: Wireless Connection (On Selected Models Only)
To establish a wireless connection, you need to connect to a wireless access point (AP). Wireless AP Modem • 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. • The external antennas are optional items. • For details, refer to the section Configuring the Internet connection settings in the Windows ®... - Page 34 Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet...
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Page 35: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting
End Task. • If the keyboard is not responding, press and hold the Power button 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)? • Ensure that you enter the correct network security key for the wireless network you want to connect to. - Page 36 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 37 From the Desktop Mode screen a) Launch the Desktop Mode from the Start screen. b) Right click anywhere on your Desktop Mode screen. When the pop-up menu appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings. ASUS M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD...
- Page 38 My speakers produce no sound. • Ensure that you connect your speakers to the Line out port (lime) on the front panel or the rear panel. • Check if your speak is connected to an electrical source and turned on. • Adjust your speakers’ volume. • Ensure that your computer’s system sounds are not Muted. • If it is muted, the volume icon is displayed as . To enable the system sounds, click from the Windows notification area, then click • If it is not muted, click and drag the slider to adjust the volume. •...
- Page 39 • E nsure that the power cord is properly Your computer’s power cord connected. is not properly connected. • U se other compatible power cord. PSU (Power supply unit) Contact the ASUS Service Center about problems installing another PSU on your computer. ASUS M12AD / ED2AD and M52AD...
- Page 40 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 41 Memory module problems The system often that you have installed, then try again. hangs or freezes. • C ontact 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 42 • C ontact 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. Chapter 5: Troubleshooting...
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Page 43: User Manual
ASUS Desktop PC Windows ® User Manual Appendix Windows 8.1 User Manual ® E8607 First Edition August 2013 Copyright © ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved... -
Page 45: Starting For The First Time
Windows®8.1 functionalities. Windows 8.1 lock screen ® The Windows®8.1 lock screen may appear when your Desktop PC enters the Windows®8.1 operating system. To proceed, tap on the lock screen or press any key on your Desktop PC's keyboard. ASUS Desktop PC... -
Page 46: Using The Windows Ui
Using the Windows ® The Windows ® User Interface (UI) is the tile-based display used in Windows ® 8.1. 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 47 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 Desktop PC...
- Page 48 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 on the lower left corner then to go back to the Start screen.
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Page 49: Working With Windows Apps
Move your mouse pointer on the top side of the launched app then wait for the pointer to change to a hand icon. • Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the screen to close it. • From the running app’s screen, press <Alt> + <F4>. ASUS Desktop PC... - Page 50 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 • On the Start screen, click • From the Start screen, press <Tab>, then press <Enter> on your keyboard. Pinning an app on the Start screen Launch the All Apps screen.
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Page 51: Charms Bar
When called out, the Charms bar initially appears as a set of white icons. The image above shows how the 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>. ASUS Desktop PC... -
Page 52: Inside The Charms Bar
Inside the Charms bar Search This charm allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Desktop PC. Share This charm allows you to share applications via social networking sites or email. Start This charm 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 53: Snap Feature
Once the pointer changes to a hand icon, drag and drop the app to the right or left side of the display panel. Using your keyboard • Launch an app then press + < . > + left or right key to place the first app on the left or right side of the display panel. ASUS Desktop PC... -
Page 54: Other Keyboard Shortcuts
Other keyboard shortcuts Using your keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows 8.1. ® Switches between the Start screen and the last running app. Launches the desktop. + <D> Launches the Computer window on the desktop. + <E>... -
Page 55: Turning Your Desktop Pc Off
From the Charms bar, click Settings > Power > Shut down to do a normal shutdown. • • From the login screen, click Power > Shutdown. • 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 Desktop PC... -
Page 56: 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 57: Recovering Your System
To create a USB recovery drive: Launch the Control Panel from the All Apps screen. 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. ASUS Desktop PC... - Page 58 Click Recovery > Create a recovery drive. Click Copy the recovery partition from the PC to the recovery drive and then click 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.
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Page 59: Removing Everything And Reinstalling Windows
This process may take a while to complete. Launch the Charm bar. Click Settings > PC Settings > Update and recovery > Recovery. 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. ASUS Desktop PC... -
Page 60: Asus Contact Information
+1-510-739-3777 Fax +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 Fax +49-2102-959931 Web site asus.com/de Online contact eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone (Component) +49-2102-5789555...