Detailed instructions for use are in the User's Guide.
[. . . ] ASUS Desktop PC
BT6130
User Manual
E7375 First Edition April 2012
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ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. [. . . ] Click > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > System Restore. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process.
Protecting your computer
Using Windows® 7 Action Center
Windows® 7 Action Center provides you with alert notifications, security information, system maintenance information, and the option to automatically troubleshoot and fix some common computer problems.
You may customize the notifications. For more details, refer to the previous section Customizing icons and notifications in this chapter.
Launching Windows® 7 Action Center
To launch Windows® 7 Action Center: 1. 2. To launch Windows 7 Action Center, click the Notification icon Action Center. , then click Open
Using Windows® Update
Windows Update allows you to check and install the latest updates to enhance the security and performance of your computer.
Launching Windows® Update
To launch Windows® Update: 1. 2. 3. From the Windows® taskbar, click the Start icon Select All Programs > Windows Update. to launch the Start menu.
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The Windows® System Restore feature creates a restore point where the computer’s system settings are stored at certain time and date. It allows you to restore or undo changes to your computer’s system settings without affecting your personal data.
Setting up a user account and password
You may create user accounts and passwords for people who will use your computer.
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Setting up a user account
To set up a user account: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. From the Windows® taskbar, click Select Manage another account. > Getting Started > Add new users.
Setting up a user’s password
To set up a user’s password: 1. 2. 3. 4. Select the user that you would like to set a password. When done, click Create password.
Chapter 2: Using Windows® 7
Activating the anti-virus software
To activate Trend Micro Internet Security: 1. 2. 3. 4. Run the Trend Micro Internet Security application. Click Finish to complete the activation.
Getting Windows® Help and Support
Windows® Help and Support provides you with guides and answers in using the applications in Windows® 7 platform. To launch Windows® Help and Support, click > Help and Support.
Ensure that you are connected to the Internet to obtain the latest Windows® online help.
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Trend Micro Internet Security is pre-installed on your computer. It is a third-party anti-virus software protecting your computer from virus attacking. You have a 30-day trial period after activating it.
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Connecting a USB storage device
This desktop PC provides USB 2. 0/1. 1 ports on both the front and rear panels, USB 3. 0 ports on the rear panel. The USB ports allow you to connect USB devices such as storage devices. To connect a USB storage device: Insert the USB storage device to your computer.
Front panel
Rear panel
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Chapter 3
Connecting devices to your computer
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.
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To use the memory card: 1. Insert the memory card into the card slot.
• A memory card is keyed so that it fits in only one direction. • You can place media in one or more of the card slots and use each media independently. Place only one memory card in a slot at one time.
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Select a program from the AutoPlay window to access your files.
• If AutoPlay is NOT enabled in your computer, click Windows® 7 Start button on the taskbar, click Computer, and then double-click the memory card icon to access the data on it. • Each card slot has its own drive icon which is displayed on the Computer screen. • The memory card reader LED lights up and blinks when data is being read from or written to the memory card.
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When finished, right-click the memory card drive icon on the Computer screen, click Eject, and then remove the card.
Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on the card or else data loss may occur. To prevent data loss, use “Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media” in the Windows notification area before removing the memory card.
Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer
Connecting microphone and speakers
Connecting Headphone and Mic
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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-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers.
Connecting 2-channel Speakers
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Connecting 6-channel Speakers
Connecting 8-channel Speakers
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Proper posture when using your Desktop PC
When using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper posture is necessary to prevent strain to your wrists, hands, and other joints or muscles. This section provides you with tips on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC.
Eye level to the top of the monitor screen
Foot rest
90˚ angles
To maintain the proper posture: • • • • • • • • Position your computer chair to make sure that your elbows are at or slightly above the keyboard to get a comfortable typing position. [. . . ] To change the screen resolution:
Power
Problem Possible Cause Action
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Incorrect power voltage
No power (The power indicator is off)
• et your computer’s power voltage S switch to your area’s power requirements. Press the power key on the front panel to ensure that your computer is turned on. U Try installing another PSU on your computer.
Your computer is not turned on. PSU (Power supply unit) problems
Display
Problem Possible Cause Action
No display output after turning the computer on (Black screen)
The signal cable is not connected to the correct VGA port on your computer. [. . . ]