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Page 1: Asus Desktop Pc
ASUS Desktop PC BM6650/MD520, BM6350 User Manual BM6650/MD520 BM6350... - 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: Asus Contact Information
+1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Telephone (Component) +49-1805-010923*... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Proper posture when using your Desktop PC..........4-1 Chapter 5: Connecting to the Internet Wired connection ..................5-1 Chapter 6: Using the Utilities ASUS AI Suite II ..................6-1 ASUS AI Manager ..................6-10 Recovering your system ................6-15 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ..................7-1... -
Page 5: Notices
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: •... -
Page 6: Rf Exposure Warning
RF exposure warning This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. -
Page 7: 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. DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces. -
Page 8: 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 9: Package Contents
Package contents Check your system package for the following items. Standard items ASUS Desktop PC with • ASUS Desktop x1 • Mouse x1 • Keyboard x1 Cables • Power cord x1 Accessories • Mouse pad x1 • Support DVD x1 Documentation •... -
Page 10: 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 11: Front Panel
Front panel Click the number to view its corresponding description. BM6650/MD520 2 x 5.25 inch optical disk drive bays. The 5.25 inch optical disk drive bays are for 5.25 inch DVD-ROM / CD-RW / DVD-RW devices. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone. Headphone port (lime). - Page 12 Reset button. Press this button to reboot your computer. Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. 2 x 3.5 inch drive bays. The 3.5 inch drive bays are for 3.5 inch hard disk drives / memory card readers. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350...
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Page 13: Rear Panel
Rear panel Click the number to view its corresponding description. 14 15 Voltage selector. Use this switch to select the appropriate system input voltage according to the voltage supply in your area. If the voltage supply in your area is 100- 127V, set the switch to 115V. - Page 14 Mic In Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Gray – – – Side Speaker Out Expansion slot bracket. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an expansion card. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350...
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Page 15: 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 16: Using The Onboard Display Output Ports
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. -
Page 17: 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 18: Turning Your Computer On/Off
Power button BM6650/MD520 BM6350 Wait until the operating system loads automatically. Turning your computer OFF To turn your computer OFF: Close all running applications. Click on the Windows desktop. ® Click to shut down the operating system. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350... -
Page 19: Chapter 2: Using Windows
Select Use recommended settings or Install important updates only to set up the security settings for your computer. To skip this step, select Ask me later. Review your date and time settings. Click Next. The system loads the new settings and restarts. You may now start using your computer. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350... -
Page 20: Using The Start Menu
Using Windows 7 desktop ® Click the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more information about Windows ® Start menu Notification area Taskbar Using the Start menu The Start menu gives you access to programs, utilities, and other useful items on your computer. -
Page 21: Using The Taskbar
Click the icon again to hide the ® program. You may pin programs that you want constantly displayed on the taskbar. For more details, refer to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on this chapter. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350... -
Page 22: Pinning Programs On The Start Menu Or Taskbar
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.You may pin items on the jumplist such as favorite websites, often-visited folders or drives, or recently played media files. - Page 23 Displaying an alert notification To display an alert notification: • Click the Notification icon , then click the message to open it. For more details, refer to the section Using Windows Action Center in this chapter. ® ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350...
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Page 24: Customizing Icons And Notifications
Customizing icons and notifications You may choose to display or hide the icons and notifications on the taskbar or on the notification area. To customize icons and notifications: From the notification area, click on the arrow icon Click Customize. From the dropdown list, select the behaviors for the icons or items that you want customize. -
Page 25: Managing Your Files And Folders
To explore files and folders: Launch Windows Explorer. From the navigation or view pane, browse for the location of your data. From the breadcrumb bar, click the arrow to display the contents of the drive or folder. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350... -
Page 26: Customizing The File/Folder View
Customizing the file/folder view To customize the file/folder view: Launch Windows Explorer. From the navigation pane, select the location of your data. From the toolbar, click the View icon From the View menu, move the slider to select how you want to view the file/folder. -
Page 27: Sorting Your Files
Adding a new folder To add a new folder: Launch Windows Explorer. From the toolbar, click New folder. Key in a name for the new folder. You may also right-click anywhere on the View pane, click New > Folder. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350... -
Page 28: Restoring Your System
Backing up your files Setting up a backup To set up a backup: > All Programs > Maintenance > Backup and Restore. Click Click Set up backup. Click Next. Select your backup destination. Click Next. Select Let Windows choose (recommended) or Let me choose as your backup mode. -
Page 29: Protecting Your Computer
To launch Windows 7 Action Center: ® To launch Windows 7 Action Center, click , then click Open the Notification icon Action Center. From Windows 7 Action Center, click the task that you want to do. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 2-11... -
Page 30: Using Windows Update
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: ® From the Windows taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu. -
Page 31: Setting Up A User Account And Password
From the Windows taskbar, click ® Select Manage another account. Select Create a new account. Key in the name of the new user. Select either Standard user or Administrator as the user type. When done, click Create Account. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 2-13... - Page 32 Setting up a user’s password To set up a user’s password: Select the user that you would like to set a password. Select Create a password. Key in a password and confirm it. Key in your password’s hint. When done, click Create password. 2-14 Chapter 2: Using Windows ®...
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Page 33: Getting Windows ® Help And Support
Help and Support provides you with guides and answers in using the applications ® in Windows 7 platform. ® > Help and Support. To launch Windows Help and Support, click ® Ensure that you are connected to the Internet to obtain the latest Windows online help. ® ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 2-15... -
Page 34: Chapter 3: Connecting Devices To Your Computer
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. To connect a USB storage device: • Insert the USB storage device to your computer. Front panel BM6650/MD520 BM6350 Rear panel ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350... -
Page 35: 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. Connecting Headphone and Mic BM6650/MD520 BM6350 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer... - Page 36 Connecting 2-channel Speakers Connecting 4-channel Speakers ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350...
- Page 37 Connecting 6-channel Speakers Connecting 8-channel Speakers Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer...
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Page 38: Connecting Multiple External Displays
Refer to Setting up your computer section in Chapter 1 for details on how to connect a monitor to your computer. BM6650/MD520 For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is set to be the primary display has display during POST. The dual display function works only under Windows. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350... - Page 39 BM6350 For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is set to be the primary display has display during POST. The dual display function works only under Windows. Turn on your computer. Do any of the following to open the Screen Resolution setting screen: >...
- Page 40 Click Apply or OK. Then click Keep Changes on the confirmation message. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350...
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Page 41: Connecting An Hdtv
• 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. BM6650/MD520 BM6350 Chapter 3: Connecting devices to your computer... -
Page 42: Chapter 4: 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 BM6650/MD520, BM6350... -
Page 43: Chapter 5: Connecting To The Internet
DSL/cable modem. Modem RJ-45 cable Turn on the DSL/cable modem and your computer. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350... -
Page 44: 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 45: Asus Ai Suite Ii
Recovery Partition feature to create the Support DVD and Recovery DVD. For details, refer to Recovering your system in this chapter. 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. Installing AI Suite II To install AI Suite II: Place the support DVD in the optical drive. -
Page 46: The Tool Menu
The Tool menu The Tool menu includes the EPU, Probe II, and Sensor Recorder panels. Launching EPU EPU is an energy-efficient tool that provides you with a total power-saving solution. It detects the current loading and intelligently adjusts the power usage in real-time. When you select the Auto mode, the system changes modes automatically according to the current system status. - Page 47 The Preference tab allows you to customize the time interval of sensor alerts, or • change the temperature unit. Saves your configuration Loads your saved Applies your changes Loads the default configuration threshold values for each sensor ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350...
- Page 48 Launching and configuring Sensor Recorder Sensor Recorder allows you to monitor the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed, as well as recording the changes. To launch Sensor Recorder: Click Tool > Sensor Recorder on the AI Suite II main menu bar. •...
- Page 49 The CPU Frequency panel displays the current CPU frequency and CPU usage. To launch CPU frequency: Click Monitor > CPU Frequency on the AI Suite II main menu bar. • CPU Frequency panel Resident in the right pane (system information area) Sensor panel ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350...
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Page 50: Asus Update
BIOS and the BIOS boot logo with the ASUS designed update utilities ASUS Update The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the motherboard BIOS in Windows OS. The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the BIOS directly ®... - Page 51 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update process. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file: From the ASUS Update screen, select Update BIOS from file, then click Next. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, click Open, and click Next.
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Page 52: The System Information Screen
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 •... - Page 53 • Application allows you to select the application that you want to enable. • Bar allows you to modify the bar setting, • Skin allows you to customize the interface’s contrast, brightness, saturation, hue, and gamma. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350...
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Page 54: Asus Ai Manager
ASUS AI Manager ASUS AI Manager is a utility which gives you quick and easy access to frequently-used applications. Installing AI Manager To install AI Manager: Place the support DVD in the optical drive. If Autorun is enabled, the Drivers installation wizard appears. -
Page 55: Ai Manager Quick Bar
AI Manager quick bar The AI Manager quick bar saves the desktop space and allows you to launch the ASUS utilities or display system information easily. Click any of the Main, My Favorites, Support or Information tab to display the menu’s contents. - Page 56 AI Security AI Security enables you to set a password to secure your devices, such as USB flash disks and CD/DVD disks, from unauthorized access. To lock a device: When using AI Security for the first time, you are asked to set a password. Key in a password with at most 20 alphanumeric characters.
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Page 57: Ai Booting
Click Open on the file location window. The application is added to My Favorites list. Right click on the application icon to launch, delete, or rename the selected application. You can also double click to launch the selected application. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 6-13... - Page 58 Support Click any links on the Support window to go to the ASUS website, technical support website, download support website, or contact information. Information Click the tab on the Information window to see the detailed information about your system, motherboard, CPU, BIOS, installed device(s), and memory.
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Page 59: Recovering Your System
System DVD Backup: This feature allows you to make a backup copy of the support DVD. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities. ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350 6-15... - Page 60 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. 6-16 Chapter 6: Using the Utilities...
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Page 61: Chapter 7: Troubleshooting
• 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. The arrow keys on the number key pad are not working. - Page 62 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 video output port on the discrete graphics card.
- Page 63 Check if the disc is centered in the tray, especially for the discs with non-standard size or shape. • Check if the disc is scratched or damaged. The DVD drive eject button is not respond. > Computer. Click , then click Eject from the menu. Right-click ASUS BM6650/MD520, BM6350...
- Page 64 Power Problem Possible Cause Action • Set your computer’s power voltage switch to your area’s power requirements. Incorrect power voltage • Adjust the voltage settings. Ensure that the power cord is unplugged from the power outlet. No power Press the power key on the front panel (The power Your computer is not to ensure that your computer is turned...
- Page 65 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 66 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 67 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.