Asus CM1745 user manual Using the Recovery DVD on selected models, To use the Recovery DVD

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Using the Recovery DVD (on selected models)

Prepare 1~3 blank writable DVDs as instructed to create the Recovery DVD.

Remove the external hard disk drive before performing system recovery on your Desktop PC. According to Microsoft, you may lose important data because of setting up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition.

To use the Recovery DVD:

1.Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive. Your Desktop PC needs to be powered ON.

2.Restart the Desktop PC and press <F8> on bootup and select the optical drive (may be labeled as “CD/DVD”) and press <Enter> to boot from the Recovery DVD.

3.Select OK to start to restore the image.

4.Select OK to confirm 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 recovery process or else your partitions will be unusable.

Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities.

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Contents Asus Essentio Desktop PC E7301 First Edition March Contents Chapter Using the utilities Chapter TroubleshootingAsus Recycling/Takeback Services Federal Communications Commission StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement Takeback ServicesRF exposure warning Macrovision Corporation Product NoticeSafety information Conventions used in this guide Where to find more informationAsus websites Asus Local Technical Support Package contents Page Getting to know your computer WelcomeFront panel English Rear panelLAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Speed LED Status DescriptionAudio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Port Headset ChannelUsing the Asus Graphics Card on selected models only Setting up your computerConnecting an external monitor To connect an external monitor using the Asus Graphics CardUsing the onboard display output ports Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse Connecting the power cordTurning your computer OFF Turning your computer ON/OFFTurning your computer on To turn your computer onStarting for the first time To start for the first timeUsing the Start menu Using Windows 7 desktopUsing the taskbar Unpinning programs from the taskbar Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbarUnpinning programs from the Start menu Pinning items on the jumplistsManaging your files and folders Using the notification areaUsing Windows Explorer Customizing icons and notificationsArranging your files Exploring files and foldersCustomizing the file/folder view Sorting your filesAdding a new folder Restoring your system settingsSetting up a backup Backing up your filesSetting up a user account and password Using Windows 7 Action CenterUsing Windows Update Protecting your computerGetting Windows Help and Support Setting up a user’s passwordActivating the anti-virus software To connect a USB storage device Connecting a USB storage deviceTo remove a USB storage device Connecting microphone and speakers Connecting Headphone and Mic Connecting 2-channel SpeakersConnecting 4-channel Speakers Connecting 6-channel SpeakersConnecting 8-channel Speakers Setting up multiple displays Connecting multiple external displaysTo set up multiple displays English Connecting an Hdtv English Proper posture when using your Desktop PC To maintain the proper postureUsing the memory card reader To use the memory cardRemoving an optical disc Using the optical driveInserting an optical disc To insert an optical discUsing the multimedia keyboard on selected models only Asus SK-2045 keyboardASUS-Razer Arctosa Gaming keyboard BTC 6200C keyboard Asus KB34211 modern wired keyboard Hot keys DescriptionEnglish Connecting via a DSL/cable modem Wired connectionTo connect via a DSL/cable modem Connecting via a local area network LAN To connect via a LANWireless connection on selected models only To connect to a wireless networkEnglish Using the utilities Using AI SuiteLaunching EPU Tool menuTo launch EPU To configure Probe Launching and configuring ProbeTo launch Probe To configure Sensor Recorder Launching and configuring Sensor RecorderTo launch Sensor Recorder Monitor menu Update menuAsus Update Launching SensorSettings screen System Information screenAI Manager quick bar Asus AI ManagerLaunching AI Manager MainMy Favorites To change the passwordTo specify the boot sequence To lock a deviceInformation SupportTo add an application Nero Installing NeroBurning files Using the system recovery partition Recovering your systemAbout the system recovery partition Using the Recovery DVD on selected models To use the Recovery DVDTroubleshooting Click Applications tab? When using multiple monitors, only one monitor has display ? The DVD drive eject button is not respond Power DisplayLAN AudioSystem CPU Asus contact information Address