Asus M51BCUS004S Bedienungsanleitung

ASUS Desktop PC M51BC User Manual[...]

2 Copyright © 2013 ASUST eK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without t[...]

3 Contents Notices .......................................................................................................... 5 Safety information .......................................................................................... 8 Conventions used in this guide ...................................................................... 9 Where [...]

4 Contents Chapter 5: Using your computer Proper posture when using your Desktop PC.............................................. 49 Using the memory card reader .................................................................... 50 Using the optical drive ................................................................................. 51 Using t[...]

5 Notices ASUS Recycling/T akeback 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.co[...]

6 IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specications. This device complies with RSS 210 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 subje[...]

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 elds (0–300 GHz). This wireless device complies with the R&TTE Directive. Wireless Radio Use Th[...]

8 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. Seek servicing if the c[...]

9 Conventions used in this guide T o ensure that you perform certain tasks properly , take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. Where to nd 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 hard[...]

10 ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Power cord x1 DVD/SDVD/RDVD x1 (optional) Installation Guide Installation Guide x1 W arranty card x1 Antenna x 1 (optional) Antennas x 2 (optional) Package contents • If any of the above items are damaged or missing, contact your retailer . • The illustrated items above are for reference only . Actual pro[...]

ASUS M51BC 1 1 Chapter 1 Getting started Front panel Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS M51BC Desktop PC! The ASUS M51BC 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. Read the ASUS Warranty Card bef[...]

12 Chapter 1: Getting started ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH USB 3.0 ports. 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. • DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows ® operating system. • Due to USB 3.0 controller limi[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 13 ENGLISH ENGLISH Rear panel Power connector . Plug the power cord to this connector . RA TING : 1 15V ac/220-230V ac, 7A/4A, 60/50Hz. Power switch. Switch to turn ON/OFF the power supply to your computer . USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0 devices such as a mouse, printer ,[...]

14 Chapter 1: Getting started ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel conguration Port Headset 2-channel 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 15 ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only). The display output ports on this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only). This optional WLAN card allows your computer to connect to a wireless network. DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. A[...]

16 Chapter 1: Getting started ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH Setting up your computer This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external monitor , keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your computer . Connecting an external monitor Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only) Connect your monitor to [...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 17 ENGLISH ENGLISH 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. Connect your U[...]

18 Chapter 1: Getting started ENGLISH ENGLISH T urning your computer ON/OFF This section describes how to turn on/off your computer after setting up your computer . T urning your computer ON T o turn your computer ON: 1. T urn on the power switch. 2. T urn your monitor ON. 3. Press the power button on your computer . Power button 4. W ait until the[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 19 Chapter 2 Using Windows ® 7 Starting for the rst time When you start your computer for the rst time, a series of screens appear to guide you in conguring the basic settings of your Windows ® 7 operating system. T o start for the rst time: 1. T urn your computer on. Wait for a few minutes until the Set Up [...]

20 Chapter 2: Using Windows ® 7 ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH Using Windows ® 7 desktop Using the Start menu The Start menu gives you access to programs, utilities, and other useful items on your computer . It also provides you with more information about Windows 7 through its Help and Support feature. Launching items from the Start menu T o la[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 21 ENGLISH ENGLISH Pinning items on the jumplists When you right-click an icon on the taskbar , a jumplist launches to provide you with quick- access to the program’s or item’ s related links.Y ou may pin items on the jumplist such as favorite websites, often-visited folders or drives, or recently played media les.[...]

22 Chapter 2: Using Windows ® 7 ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH Using the notication area By default, the notication area shows these three icons: Action Center notication Click this icon to display all the alert messages/notications and launch the Windows ® Action Center . Network connection This icon displays the connection status a[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 23 ENGLISH ENGLISH Exploring les and folders T o explore les and folders: 1. Launch Windows ® Explorer . 2. From the navigation or view pane, browse for the location of your data. 3. From the breadcrumb bar , click the arrow to display the contents of the drive or folder . Customizing the le/folder view T o cust[...]

24 Chapter 2: Using Windows ® 7 ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH Adding a new folder T o add a new folder: 1. Launch Windows Explorer . 2. From the toolbar , click New folder . 3. Key in a name for the new folder . Y ou may also right-click anywhere on the View pane, click New > Folder . Backing up your les Setting up a backup T o set up a ba[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 25 ENGLISH ENGLISH Protecting your computer Using Windows ® 7 Action Center Windows ® 7 Action Center provides you with alert notications, security information, system maintenance information, and the option to automatically troubleshoot and x some common computer problems. Y ou may customize the notications. F[...]

26 Chapter 2: Using Windows ® 7 ENGLISH ENGLISH Setting up a user ’ s password T o set up a user ’s password: 1. Select the user that you would like to set a password. 2. Select Create a password . 3. Key in a password and conrm it. Key in your password’s hint. 4. When done, click Create password . Activating the anti-virus software T ren[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 27 Chapter 3 Using Windows ® 8 Starting for the rst time When you start your computer for the rst time, a series of screens appear to guide you in conguring the basic settings of your Windows ® 8 operating system. T o start for the rst time: 1. T urn your computer on. Wait for a few minutes until the setup s[...]

28 Chapter 3: Using Windows ® 8 ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH Using the Windows ® UI 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 help[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 29 ENGLISH ENGLISH Hotspots 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.[...]

30 Chapter 3: Using Windows ® 8 ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH 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. lower left corner From a running app screen: Hover your mouse pointer then click on the Start scre[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 31 ENGLISH ENGLISH Working with W indows ® apps Use your Desktop PC’s keyboard or mouse to launch and customize your apps. Launching apps • Position your mouse pointer on an app then left-click once to launch it. • Press <T ab> twice then use the arrow keys to browse through the apps. Press <Enter> to l[...]

32 Chapter 3: Using Windows ® 8 ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH Accessing the All Apps screen From the All Apps screen, you can congure 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 + <Z>, and click the All Apps icon. Pinning an ap[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 33 ENGLISH ENGLISH Charms bar The Charms bar is a toolbar that can be triggered on the right side of your screen. It consists of several tools that allow you to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your Desktop PC. Launching the Charms bar When called out, the Charms bar initially ap[...]

34 Chapter 3: Using Windows ® 8 ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH Inside the Charms bar Search This tool allows you to look for les, 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 scree[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 35 ENGLISH ENGLISH Snap feature The Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps. A screen resolution of at least 1366 x 768 pixels is required to use the Snap feature. Snap bar Using Snap T o use Snap: 1. Use your Desktop PC’s mouse or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen. Usin[...]

36 Chapter 3: Using Windows ® 8 ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH Other keyboard shortcuts Using your keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch applications and navigate Windows ® 8. Switches between the Start screen and the last running app. + <D> Launches the desktop. + <E> Launches the Computer window on t[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 37 ENGLISH ENGLISH + <+> Launches the magnier and zooms in your screen. + <-> Zooms out your screen. + <,> Allows you to peek at the desktop. + <Enter> Opens the Narrator Settings. + <Prt Sc> Enables the print screen function. T urning your Desktop PC OFF T o turn your Desktop PC OFF: Do a[...]

38 Chapter 3: Using Windows ® 8 ENGLISH ENGLISH 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 [...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 39 Chapter 4 Connecting devices to your computer Front panel Rear panel SPDIF OUT Connecting a USB storage device This 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 connect USB devices such as storage devices. T o connect a USB storage device: • Insert th[...]

40 Chapter 4: Connecting devices to your computer ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH 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-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers. Conne[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 41 ENGLISH ENGLISH Connecting 2.1-channel Speakers Connecting 4.1-channel Speakers[...]

42 Chapter 4: Connecting devices to your computer ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH Connecting 6-channel Speakers[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 43 ENGLISH ENGLISH Connecting 8-channel Speakers[...]

44 Chapter 4: Connecting devices to your computer ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH Connecting multiple external displays Y our desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you to connect multiple external displays. Setting up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you are allowed to set display modes. Y ou can use the additio[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 45 ENGLISH ENGLISH 3. T urn on your computer. 4. Do any of the following to open the Screen Resolution setting screen: On Windows ® 7: • Click > Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Display > Change display settings . • Right click anywhere on your Windows desktop. When the pop-up menu appears[...]

46 Chapter 4: Connecting devices to your computer ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH 6. Click Apply or OK . Then click Keep Changes on the conrmation message. On Windows ® 8: • Duplicate these displays : Select this option to use the additional monitor as a duplicate of your main display . • Extend these displays : Select this option to use th[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 47 ENGLISH ENGLISH Connecting an HDTV Connect a High Denition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your computer . • Y ou need an HDMI cable to connect the HDTV and the computer. The HDMI cable is purchased separately . • T o get the best display performance, ensure that your HDMI cable is less than 15 meters.[...]

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ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 49 Chapter 5 Using your computer 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 fu[...]

50 Chapter 5: Using your computer ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH 3. When nished, 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 . T o prevent data loss, use [...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 51 ENGLISH ENGLISH Using the optical drive 2 3 1 Inserting an optical disc T o insert an optical disc: 1. While your system is on, press the eject button below the drive bay cover to open the tray . 2. Place the disc to the optical drive with the label side facing up. 3. Push the tray to close it. 4. Select a program from[...]

52 Chapter 5: Using your computer ENGLISH ENGLISH Using the keyboard (on selected models only) The keyboard varies with models. The illustrations on this section are for reference only . Hot keys Description T urns the volume’s mute mode on/off. Decreases the system volume. Increases the system volume. ASUS KB3421 1 modern wired keyboard ASUS PK1[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 53 Chapter 6 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection Use an RJ-45 cable to connect your computer to a DSL/cable modem or a local area network (LAN). Connecting via a DSL/cable modem T o connect via a DSL/cable modem: 1. Set up your DSL/cable modem. Refer to the documentation that came with your DSL/cable modem. 2. Con[...]

54 Chapter 6: Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH Connecting via a local area network (LAN) T o 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 computer and the other end to your LAN. LAN SPDIF OUT RJ-45 cable 2. T urn on your computer. 3. Congure the necessary Inte[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 55 ENGLISH ENGLISH Conguring the network connection Conguration options on Windows ® 7 Conguring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection T o congure a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection: 1. Go to Start > Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center . 2. From the Network and Sharing Center screen, click Cha[...]

56 Chapter 6: Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection. 9. Select Connect to the Internet and click Next . 8. Return to the Network and Sharing Center and then click Set up a new connection or network . 10. Select Broadband (PPPoE) and click Next .[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 57 ENGLISH ENGLISH 1 1. Enter your User name and, Password, and Connection name. Click Connect . 12. Click Close to nish the conguration. 13. Click the network icon in the taskbar and click the connection you just created. 14. Enter your user name and password. Click Connect to connect to the Internet. Conguring [...]

58 Chapter 6: Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH Conguration options on Windows ® 8 Conguring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection T o congure a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection: 1. From the Start screen, click Desktop to launch the Desktop mode. 2. From the Windows ® taskbar , right-click the network icon and[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 59 ENGLISH ENGLISH 6. Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK . Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection. 8. Select Connect to the Internet and click Next . 7. Return to the Network and Sharing Center and then click Set up a new connection or network .[...]

60 Chapter 6: Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH 9. Select Broadband (PPPoE) and click Next . 10. Enter your User name and, Password, and Connection name. Click Connect . 1 1. Click Close to nish the conguration. 12. Click the network icon in the taskbar and click the connection you just created. 13. Enter your user na[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 61 ENGLISH ENGLISH Wi-Fi connection (on selected models only) Connect your computer to the Internet through a wireless connection. • T o 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 you[...]

62 Chapter 6: Connecting to the Internet ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH Charms bar Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Windows ® 7 T o connect to a Wi-Fi network: 1. Click the network icon in the notication area to display the available wireless networks. 2. Select the wireless network that you want to connect to, then click Connect . 3. Y ou may ne[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 63 ENGLISH ENGLISH 2. From the Charms bar , select Settings and click the network icon . 3. Select the network that you want to connect to from the list. 4. Click Connect .[...]

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ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 65 Chapter 7 Using the utilities 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 . This utility is pre-installed on some models. For models without an operating system, follow the steps below to instal[...]

66 Chapter 7: Using the utilities ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH The T ool menu The T ool menu includes the EPU, Probe II, and Sensor Recorder panels. Launching and conguring EPU EPU is an energy-efcient tool that provides you with a total power-saving solution. It detects the current loading and intelligently adjusts the power usage in real[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 67 ENGLISH ENGLISH Launching and conguring Probe II Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer ’s vital components, and detects and alerts you of any problem with these components. Probe II senses fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages, among others. With this utility , you are assured that your co[...]

68 Chapter 7: Using the utilities ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH Launching and conguring Sensor Recorder Sensor Recorder allows you to monitor the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed, as well as recording the changes. T o launch Sensor Recorder: • Click T oo l > Sensor Recorder on the AI Suite II main menu bar . T o c[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 69 ENGLISH ENGLISH 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 temperature, and voltages. T o launch Sensor: • Click Monitor > Sensor on the AI Suite II main menu bar . Launchi[...]

70 Chapter 7: Using the utilities ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH Updating the BIOS through a BIOS le T o update the BIOS through a BIOS le: 1. From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from le , then click Next . 2. Locate the BIOS le from the Open window , click Open , and click Next . 3. Click Y es if you want to change the boo[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 71 ENGLISH ENGLISH The System Information screen The System Information screen displays the information about the motherboard, CPU, and memory slots. • Click the MB tab to see the details on the motherboard manufacturer , product name, version, and BIOS. • Click the CPU tab to see the details on the processor and the [...]

72 Chapter 7: Using the utilities ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS Smart Cooling System (optional) ASUS Smart Cooling System is an optional feature on selected models and may be purchased separately . Conguring the UEFI BIOS models ASUS Smart Cooling System maintains the internal system components through its air circulation after each syste[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 73 ENGLISH ENGLISH During the system reboot, the Power LED ashes to indicate that the dust extraction fan rotates in reverse to remove the dust from the internal system components. 3. From the Monitor menu, select Clean Level and press <Enter> to display its conguration options. 4. Select your preferred option[...]

74 Chapter 7: Using the utilities ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH Recovering your system Recovery options on Windows ® 7 Using the system recovery partition The system recovery partition quickly restores your Desktop PC’s software to its original working state. Before using the system recovery partition, copy your data les (such as Outlook PS[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 75 ENGLISH ENGLISH 4. Select OK to conrm the system recovery . Restoring will overwrite your hard drive. Ensure to back up all your important data before the system recovery . 5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to do so, during the re[...]

76 Chapter 7: Using the utilities ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH T o reset your PC by using Recovery DVD: • Back up all your data before using this option. • Disconnect all external hard disk drives before performing system recovery on your Desktop PC to avoid restoring Windows on the wrong partition or drive. 1. Press < F8 > during boot[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 77 ENGLISH ENGLISH 5. Select the USB storage device where you want to copy the recovery les. 6. Click Next . 7. Click Create . W ait for a while for the process to complete. 8. When the process is completed, click Finish . 3. Click Recovery > Create a recovery drive . 4. Click Copy the recovery partition from the PC[...]

78 Chapter 7: Using the utilities ENGLISH ENGLISH 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 c[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 79 Chapter 8 T roubleshooting T roubleshooting This chapter presents some problems you might encounter and the possible solutions. ? My computer cannot be powered on and the power LED on the front panel does not light up. • Check if your computer is properly connected. • Check if the wall outlet is functioning. • Ch[...]

80 Chapter 8: T roubleshooting ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ? 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 [...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 81 ENGLISH ENGLISH ? I want to restore or undo changes to my computer ’ s system settings without affecting my personal les or data. On Windows ® 7: The Windows ® System Restore feature allows you to restore or undo changes to your computer ’s system settings without af fecting your personal data such as document[...]

82 Chapter 8: T roubleshooting ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ? 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 [...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 83 ENGLISH ENGLISH Power Problem Possible Cause Action No power (The power indicator is off) Incorrect power voltage • Set your computer ’s power voltage switch to your area’s power requirements. • Adjust the voltage settings. Ensure that the power cord is unplugged from the power outlet. Y our computer is not tur[...]

84 Chapter 8: T roubleshooting ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH 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 . • Connect the signal cable to the correct display port (onboard VGA or discrete VGA port). • If you are u[...]

ENGLISH ENGLISH ASUS M51BC 85 ENGLISH ENGLISH Audio Problem Possible Cause Action No Audio Speaker or headphone is connected to the wrong port. • Refer to your computer ’s user manual for the correct port. • Disconnect and reconnect the speaker to your computer . Speaker or headphone does not work. T ry using another speaker or headphone. The[...]

86 Chapter 8: T roubleshooting ENGLISH ENGLISH CPU Problem Possible Cause Action T oo noisy right after turning on the computer . Y our computer is booting up. It is normal. The fan runs on its full speed when the computer is powering on. The fan slows down after entering the OS. The BIOS settings have been changed. Restore the BIOS to its default [...]

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