Asus CM6431 manual

ASUS Desktop PC CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 CM6431 CM6331 CM6731 User Manual[...]

2 Copyright © 2012 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 6: Using the utilities ASUS AI Suite II ........................................................................................... 51 ASUS Smart Cooling System (optional) ...................................................... 58 Recovering your system ..............................................................................[...]

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 symb ols used throughout this manual. DANGER/W ARNING : Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. NOTE: T ips and ad[...]

10 Package contents • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer . • The illustrated items above are for reference only . Actual product specications may vary with different models. C ASUS Desktop PC Keyboard x1 Mouse x1 Installation Guide Power cord x1 Installation Guide x1 W arranty card x1 Support DVD (optional[...]

ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 1 1 Chapter 1 Getting started Getting to know your computer Illustrations are for reference only . The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary with different models. Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC! The ASUS Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability , [...]

12 Chapter 1: Getting started E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 1. USB 2.0 ports. 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 , scanner , camera, PDA, and others. 2. Microphone port. Microphone port. This port connects to a microphone. 3. Headphone port. Headpho[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 13 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 6. Optical disk drive bay . Optical disk drive bay . There is an optical disk drive in this bay . 7. MultiMediaCard(MMC) / xD-Picture (XD) / Secure Digital™ (SD) / High Capacity MultiMediaCard(MMC) / xD-Picture (XD) / Secure Digital™ (SD) / High Capacity Secu[...]

14 Chapter 1: Getting started E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H Rear panel DVI HDMI 1 3 4 5 8 9 15 13 6 14 11 12 10 8 2 7 1. V oltage selector switch. V oltage selector switch. Switch to select the appropriate system input voltage. 2. Power connector . Power connector . Plug the power cord to this connector . 3. Air vents. Air ven[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 15 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 7. VGA port. VGA port. This port is for VGA-compatible devices such as a VGA monitor . 8. USB 2.0 ports. 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 , scanner , camera, PDA, and others. 9. LAN [...]

16 Chapter 1: Getting started E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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) Conn[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 17 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H • 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. • T o connect multiple external monitors to your computer , ref[...]

18 Chapter 1: Getting started E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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 e[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 19 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H T urning your computer ON This section describes how to turn on 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 [...]

20 Chapter 1: Getting started E N GL I S H E N GL I S H[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 21 Chapter 2 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. W ait for[...]

22 Chapter 2: Using Windows ® 7 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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 u[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 23 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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?[...]

24 Chapter 2: Using Windows ® 7 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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 cli[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 25 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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 t[...]

26 Chapter 2: Using Windows ® 7 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 27 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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 Whe[...]

28 Chapter 2: Using Windows ® 7 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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. [...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 29 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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[...]

30 Chapter 2: Using Windows ® 7 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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 [...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 31 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H + <+> 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 [...]

32 Chapter 2: Using Windows ® 7 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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 settin[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 33 Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer Connecting a USB storage device This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 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 the USB storage [...]

34 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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 st[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 35 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H Connecting 4-channel Speakers LINE OUT Connecting 6-channel Speakers LINE OUT[...]

36 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H Connecting 8-channel Speakers LINE OUT[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 37 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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 ad[...]

38 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 3. Turn on your computer . 4. Do any of the following to open the Screen Resolution setting screen: From the Start screen a) Launch the All Apps screen and pin Control Panel on the Start screen. For details, refer to Pinning an app on the Start Screen from the section Worki[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 39 Chapter 4 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 pos[...]

40 Chapter 4: Using your computer E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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 pre[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 41 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H Using the optical drive 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[...]

42 Chapter 4: Using your computer E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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 keyboar[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 43 Chapter 5 Connecting to the Internet Connecting via a DSL/cable modem T o connect via a DSL/cable modem: 1. Set up your DSL/cable modem. Wired connection Use an RJ-45 cable to connect your computer to a DSL/cable modem or a local area network (LAN). DVI HDMI Modem RJ-45 cable DVI HDMI 2. [...]

44 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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 pan el of your computer and the other end to your LAN. DVI HDMI RJ-45 cable LAN DVI HDMI 2. Turn on your computer . 3. [...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 45 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H Conguring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection T o congure a dynamic IP/PPPoE or static IP 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 click Open [...]

46 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 47 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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. Ente[...]

48 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H Wireless 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 antenna to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WL[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 49 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H T o connect to a W i-Fi network: 1. Do any of the following to launch the Charms bar from the Start screen or from any application mode: a) Hover you mouse pointer on the upper or lower right of the screen. b) On your keyboard, press + <c>. Charms Bar 2. Fr[...]

50 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet E N GL I S H E N GL I S H[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 51 Chapter 6 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 . Using AI Suite II AI Suite II automatically starts when you enter the Windows ® operat[...]

52 Chapter 6: Using the utilities E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 53 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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 th[...]

54 Chapter 6: Using the utilities E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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: • Clic k T ool > S ensor Reco rder on th e AI Su ite [...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 55 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H The Monitor menu The Monitor menu includes the Sensor and CPU Frequency panels. Launching Sensor The Sensor panel disp lays the c urren t val ue of a sy stem senso r suc h as fan r otati on, C PU temp eratu re, a nd vo ltage s. T o launc h Sen sor: • Click Moni[...]

56 Chapter 6: Using the utilities E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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 wan[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 57 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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 [...]

58 Chapter 6: Using the utilities E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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 circulat[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 59 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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[...]

60 Chapter 6: Using the utilities E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H Recovering your system Resetting your PC The Reset your PC option restores your PC to its factory default settings. Back up all your data before using this option. T o reset your PC: 1. Press < F9 > during bootup. 2. From the screen, click T roubleshoot . 3.[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 61 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 5. Select the USB storage device where you want to copy the recovery les. 6. Click Next . 7. Click Create . Wait 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[...]

62 Chapter 6: Using the utilities E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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 [...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 63 Chapter 7 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 wal[...]

64 Chapter 7: T roubleshooting E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ? No display on the monitor . • Check if the monitor is powered on. • Ensure that your monitor is properly connected to the video output port on your computer . • If your computer comes with a discrete graphics card, ensure that you connect your monitor to a vi[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 65 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ? 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. • Adjust your speakers’ volume. • From [...]

66 Chapter 7: T roubleshooting E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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 po[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 67 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H LAN Problem Possible Cause Action Cannot access the Internet The LAN cable is not connected. Connect the LAN cable to your computer . LAN cable problems Ensure the LAN LED is on. If not, try another LAN cable. If it still does not work, contact the ASUS service c[...]

68 Chapter 7: T roubleshooting E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H E N GL I S H System Problem Possible Cause Action System speed is too slow T oo many programs are running. Close some of the programs. Computer virus attack • Use an anti-virus software to scan for viruses and repair your computer . • Reinstall the operating system. The syste[...]

E N GL I S H E N GL I S H ASUS CM6331, CM6431, and CM6731 69 E N GL I S H E N GL I S H 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 c[...]

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