Asus P30AD Guide de l'utilisateur

Desktop PCP30ADUser Guide

10Conventions used in this guideTo ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.Wher

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Welcome!Thank you for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC! The ASUS Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centr

Front panelSlim ODD. This bay is for a slim size optical drive.Power button. Press this button to turn the system on.Headphone port. This Line In (lim

Rear panelUSB 2.0 ports 1 ~ 4. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are available for connecting USB 2.0 devices.HDMI port. This port is for a

Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone.Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. In 4.1-channel, 5.1-channel

Chassis fan vent. This vent is for the fan that provides ventilation inside the system chassis.Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is

Setting up your computerThis section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power

Using the onboard display output portsConnect your monitor to the onboard display output port.To connect an external monitor using the onboard display

2Copyright © 2014 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reprod

Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouseConnect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your computer.Connecting the pow

Turning your computer ON/OFFThis section describes how to turn on/off your computer after setting up your computer.Turning your computer ONTo turn your

22 Chapter 1: Getting startedENGLISHENGLISH

Connecting a USB storage deviceThis desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 and USB 3.0 ports on both the front and rear panels. The USB ports allow you to co

Connecting microphone and speakersThis desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on both the front and rear panels. The audio I/O ports

Connecting 4.1-channel SpeakersLINE OUTConnecting 5.1-channel SpeakersLINE OUTASUS P30AD 25ENGLISHENGLISH

Connecting 7.1-channel Speakers26 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computerENGLISHENGLISH

Connecting multiple external displaysYour desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you to connect multiple external displays. When

Connecting an HDTVConnect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your computer. • YouneedanHDMIcabletoconnecttheHDTVandthecomputer

ASUS P30AD 29ENGLISHENGLISHChapter 3Using your computerProper posture when using your Desktop PCWhen using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper pos

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Using the memory card readerDigital cameras and other digital imaging devices use memory cards to store digital picture or media files. The built-in me

Using the optical driveInserting an optical discTo insert an optical disc:1. While your system is on, press PUSH on the drive bay cover to open the t

32 Chapter 3: Using your computerENGLISHENGLISH

Wired connectionUse an RJ-45 cable to connect your computer to a DSL/cable modem or a local area network (LAN).Connecting via a DSL/cable modemTo conn

Connecting via a local area network (LAN)To connect via a LAN:1. Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the rear panel of your

Wi-Fi connection (on selected models only)Connect your computer to the Internet through a wireless connection.To establish a Wi-Fi connection, you nee

36 Chapter 4: Connecting to the InternetENGLISHENGLISH

ASUS P30AD 37ENGLISHENGLISHChapter 5TroubleshootingTroubleshootingThis chapter presents some problems you might encounter and the possible solutions.

38 Chapter 5: TroubleshootingENGLISHENGLISH?The arrow keys on the number key pad are not working. Check if the Number Lock LED is off. When the Numbe

ASUS P30AD 39ENGLISHENGLISH?I want to restore or undo changes to my computer’s system settings without affecting my personal files or data. On Windows®

4ContentsManaging your files and folders ...50Restoring you

40 Chapter 5: TroubleshootingENGLISHENGLISH?My speakers produce no sound. • EnsurethatyouconnectyourspeakerstotheLineoutport(lime)onthe

ASUS P30AD 41ENGLISHENGLISHPowerProblem Possible Cause ActionNo power (The power indicator is off)Incorrect power voltage•Setyourcomputer’spower

42 Chapter 5: TroubleshootingENGLISHENGLISHDisplayProblem Possible Cause ActionNo display output after turning the computer on (Black screen)The signa

ASUS P30AD 43ENGLISHENGLISHAudioProblem Possible Cause ActionNo AudioSpeaker or headphone is connected to the wrong port.•Refertoyourcomputer’s

44 Chapter 5: TroubleshootingENGLISHENGLISHCPUProblem Possible Cause ActionToo noisy right after turning on the computer.Your computer is booting up.I

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ASUS Desktop PC 47Chapter 1Using Windows® 7Starting for the first timeWhen you start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to gui

48 Chapter 1: Using Windows® 7ENGLISHENGLISHUsing Windows® 7 desktopClick the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more information about Wind

ASUS Desktop PC 49ENGLISHENGLISHPinning items on the jumplistsWhen you right-click an icon on the taskbar, a jumplist launches to provide you with qui

5Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback ServicesASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our env

50 Chapter 1: Using Windows® 7ENGLISHENGLISHUsing the notification areaBy default, the notification area shows these three icons:Action Center notificati

ASUS Desktop PC 51ENGLISHENGLISHExploring files and foldersTo explore files and folders:1. Launch Windows® Explorer.2. From the navigation or view pan

52 Chapter 1: Using Windows® 7ENGLISHENGLISHAdding a new folderTo add a new folder:1. Launch Windows Explorer.2. From the toolbar, click New folder.

ASUS Desktop PC 53ENGLISHENGLISHProtecting your computerUsing Windows® 7 Action CenterWindows® 7 Action Center provides you with alert notifications, s

54 Chapter 1: Using Windows® 7ENGLISHENGLISHSetting up a user’s passwordTo set up a user’s password:1. Select the user that you would like to set a p

ASUS Desktop PC 55ENGLISHENGLISHChapter 2Using Windows® 8.1Starting for the first timeWhen you start your computer for the first time, a series of scree

56 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8.1ENGLISHENGLISHUsing the Windows® UIThe Windows® User Interface (UI) is the tile-based display used in Windows® 8.1. It

ASUS Desktop PC 57ENGLISHENGLISHHotspotsOnscreen hotspots allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your Desktop PC. The functions in th

58 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8.1ENGLISHENGLISHHotspot Actionupper left corner Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app’s thumbnail to go

ASUS Desktop PC 59ENGLISHENGLISHWorking with Windows® appsUse your Desktop PC’s keyboard or mouse to launch and customize your apps.Launching apps• P

6IC: Canadian Compliance StatementComplies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Thi

60 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8.1ENGLISHENGLISHAccessing the All Apps screenFrom the All Apps screen, you can configure an apps settings or pin an app t

ASUS Desktop PC 61ENGLISHENGLISHCharms barThe Charms bar is a toolbar that can be triggered on the right side of your screen. It consists of several t

62 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8.1ENGLISHENGLISHInside the Charms barSearch This charm allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your De

ASUS Desktop PC 63ENGLISHENGLISHSnap featureThe Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps.Ensure that y

64 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8.1ENGLISHENGLISHOther keyboard shortcutsUsing your keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch

ASUS Desktop PC 65ENGLISHENGLISH+<+>Launches the magnifier and zooms in your screen.+<->Zooms out your screen.+<Enter>Opensthe

66 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 8.1ENGLISHENGLISHEntering the BIOS SetupBIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that are nee

ASUS Desktop PC 67ENGLISHENGLISHChapter 3Other Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 functionsRemoving a USB storage deviceWindows® 7To remove a USB storage devic

68 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 functionsENGLISHENGLISHConfiguring the screen resolution settingsWindows® 7To configure the screen resolut

ASUS Desktop PC 69ENGLISHENGLISH2. Select the display mode from the Multiple displays: drop-down list.• Duplicate these displays: Select this option

7VCCI: Japan Compliance StatementVCCI Class B StatementThis is a Class B product based on the standard of the VCCI Council. If this is used near a rad

70 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 functionsENGLISHENGLISH4. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), then click Properties.5. Select

ASUS Desktop PC 71ENGLISHENGLISH9. Select Connect to the Internet and click Next.10. Select Broadband (PPPoE) and click Next.11. Enter your User name

72 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 functionsENGLISHENGLISHConfiguring a static IP network connectionTo configure a static IP network connecti

ASUS Desktop PC 73ENGLISHENGLISH2. From the Windows® taskbar, right-click the network icon and click Open Network and Sharing Center.3. FromtheO

74 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 functionsENGLISHENGLISH8. Select Connect to the Internet and click Next.7. Return to the Network and Sh

ASUS Desktop PC 75ENGLISHENGLISH10. Enter your User name and, Password, and Connection name. Click Connect.11. Click Close to finish the configuration.

76 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 functionsENGLISHENGLISHCharms barWireless connectionConnecting to a Wi-Fi network Windows® 7To connect t

ASUS Desktop PC 77ENGLISHENGLISH2. From the Charms bar, select Settings and click the network icon .3. Select the network that you want to connect

78 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 functionsENGLISHENGLISHRecovering your systemWindows® 7Using the system recovery partition The system re

ASUS Desktop PC 79ENGLISHENGLISH4. Select OK to confirm the system recovery.Restoring will overwrite your hard drive. Ensure to back up all your impor

8BSMI: Taiwan Wireless StatementJapan RF Equipment StatementKC (RF Equipment)ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agenc

80 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 functionsENGLISHENGLISHTo reset your PC by using Recovery DVD:• Backupallyourdatabeforeusingthis

ASUS Desktop PC 81ENGLISHENGLISH5. Select the USB storage device where you want to copy the recovery files.6. Click Next.7. Click Create. Wait for a w

82 Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 functionsENGLISHENGLISHRemoving everything and reinstalling WindowsRestoring your PC to its original fac

83ENGLISHENGLISHASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephone   +886-2-2894-3447F

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9Safety informationDisconnect the AC power and peripherals before cleaning. Wipe the Desktop PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampen