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Page 1: Asus Desktop Pc
ASUS Desktop PC P50AD 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Notices ......................5 Safety information ..................9 Conventions used in this guide ..............10 Where to find more information ..............10 Package contents ..................11 Chapter 1 Getting started Welcome! ..................... 13 Getting to know your computer ..............13 Setting up your computer ................ - Page 4 7 / Windows 8.1 functions ® ® Removing a USB storage device ..............63 Configuring the screen resolution settings........... 64 Configuring the Internet connection settings ..........65 Recovering your system ................74 ASUS contact information ASUS contact information ................79...
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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. -
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 VCCI: Japan Compliance Statement VCCI Class B Statement This is a Class B product based on the standard of the VCCI Council. If this is used near a radio or television receiver, it may cause radio interference. Install and use equipment according to the instruction manual.
- Page 8 matériel brouilleur du Canada. BSMI: Taiwan Wireless Statement Japan RF Equipment Statement KC (RF Equipment)
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Page 9: 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 10: 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 11: Package Contents
Package contents ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Power cord x1 Support DVD x1 (Optional) Recovery DVD x1 (Optional) Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. -
Page 13: 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 14: Rear Panel
Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. Optical disk drive eject button. Press this button to eject the optical disk drive tray. Optical disk drive bay. There is an optical disk drive in this bay. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone. Headphone port (lime). - Page 15 Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink (Rear panel) Mic In Mic In Bass/Center Bass/Center Lime (Front panel) — — — Side Speaker Out For an 7.1-channel speaker setup, refer to the 7.1-channel configuration in the table. ASUS P50AD...
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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 HDMI monitor to the HDMI 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.
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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. 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
Press the power button on your computer. Power button Wait until the operating system loads automatically. For details on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to the Windows 7 / Windows ® ® User Guide, which can be found in this guide. ASUS P50AD... - Page 20 Chapter 1: Getting started...
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Page 21: Chapter 2 Connecting Devices To Your Computer
Insert the USB storage device to your computer. Front panel (USB 3.0) Rear panel (USB 2.0) For details, refer to the section Removing a USB storage device in the Windows ® 8.1 User Guide, which can be found in this guide. Windows ® ASUS P50AD... -
Page 22: 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 2.1-channel, 4.1-channel, 5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel stereo speakers. Connecting Headphone and Mic Connecting 2.1-channel Speakers Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer... - Page 23 Connecting 4.1-channel Speakers Connecting 5.1-channel Speakers ASUS P50AD...
- Page 24 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® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manual, which can be found in this guide. ASUS P50AD... -
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. -
Page 27: Chapter 3 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 P50AD... -
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. To use the memory card: Press PUSH on the front I/O ports cover to open it. -
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 P50AD... -
Page 30: Using The Keyboard (On Selected Models Only)
Using the keyboard (on selected models only) The keyboard varies with models. The illustrations on this section are for reference only. Hot keys Description Turns the volume’s mute mode on/off. Decreases the system volume. Increases the system volume. Chapter 3: Using your computer... -
Page 31: Chapter 4 Connecting To The Internet
• 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 7 / Windows 8.1 User Guide, which can be found in this guide. ® ® ASUS P50AD... -
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: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting
Ensure that you enter the correct network security key for the wireless network you want to connect to. • 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. ASUS P50AD... - Page 34 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.
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Page 35: Apps
Appearance and Personalization. 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 P50AD... - Page 36 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 speaker is connected to an electrical source and turned on. •...
- Page 37 • Ensure that the power cord is Your computer’s power properly connected. cord is not properly connected. • Use other compatible power cord. Contact the ASUS Service Center PSU (Power supply unit) about installing another PSU on your problems computer. Display...
- Page 38 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 39 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 40 • 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.