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  • Page 1 ASUS Desktop PC User Guide D300TA/ S300TA...
  • 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS................31 Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS ............32 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection ...........................33 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ASUS Business Manager ......................37 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ..........................46...
  • Page 4 Appendix Windows 10 User Manual ® Starting for the first time ......................56 Using the Windows 10 UI ......................57 ® Keyboard shortcuts ........................61 ASUS contact information ASUS contact information ......................63...

  • Page 5: Notices

    Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback 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.com/english/Takeback.htm for the detailed recycling information in different regions.
  • Page 6 Avertissement relatif aux batteries Lithium ATTENTION ! Danger d’explosion si la batterie n’est pas correctement remplacée. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie de type semblable ou équivalent, recommandée par le fabricant. Jeter les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant. Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s).
  • Page 7 Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Déclaration du Département Canadien des Communications Cet appareil numérique ne dépasse pas les limites de classe B en terme d’émissions de nuisances sonores, par radio, par des appareils numériques, et ce conformément aux régulations...
  • Page 8 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 fields (0–300 GHz). Wireless Radio Use This device is restricted to indoor use when operating in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency band.
  • Page 9 ASUSTek Computer Inc. hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. Full text of EU declaration of conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. The Wi-Fi operating in the band 5150-5350MHz shall be restricted to indoor use for countries listed...

  • Page 10: Safety Information

    All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default. The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after 10 and 30 minutes of user inactivity.

  • Page 11: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS website 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 https://www.asus.com/support/contact for the contact information of...

  • Page 12: Package Contents

    Mouse x1 (Optional) Power cord x1 Support DVD x1 (Optional) Recovery DVD x1 (Optional) ASUS mouse pad x 1 Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 (Optional) • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

  • Page 13: Chapter 1 Getting Started

    The ASUS 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 before setting up your ASUS Desktop PC. • The Desktop PC does not support Windows 7 operating system.
  • Page 14 D300TA/ S300TA Front panel 5.25-inch optical disk drive bay (optional). There is an optical disk drive in this bay. Optical disk drive eject button. Press this button to eject the optical disk drive tray. Headphone port. This port connects to a headphone or speaker.
  • Page 15 D300TA/ S300TA Rear panel Power connector. Plug the power cord to this connector. RATING: 115/230Vac, 50/60Hz, 6A/3A (WW) 115Vac, 60Hz, 6A (TW) 220Vac, 50Hz, 3A (China) HDMI port. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI ) connector, and is ™...
  • Page 16 Expansion slot brackets. Remove the expansion slot brackets when installing an expansion card. ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only). The display output ports on this optional ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models. Serial port (optional). This 9-pin COM port is for pointing devices or other serial devices.

  • Page 17: 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 18 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 19 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. For safety purposes, ONLY connect the power cord to a grounded electrical outlet. ASUS Desktop PC...

  • Page 20: Connecting Multiple External Displays

    Connecting multiple external displays Your desktop PC may come with VGA and HDMI™ ports and allows you to connect multiple external displays. Setting up multiple displays When using multiple monitors, you are allowed to set display modes. You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of your main display, or as an extension to enlarge your Windows desktop.

  • Page 21: Connecting An Hdtv

    Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI™ port of your computer. HDMI™ HDMI™ • You need an cable to connect the HDTV and the computer. The cable is purchased separately. HDMI™ • To get the best display performance, ensure that your cable is less than 15 meters. ASUS Desktop PC...

  • Page 22: Turning Your Computer On

    Turning your computer ON This section describes how to turn on your computer after setting up your computer. Turning your computer ON To turn your computer ON: Turn your monitor ON. Press the power button on your computer. Power button Wait until the operating system loads automatically.

  • Page 23: Chapter 2 Connecting Devices To Your Computer

    You can enable or disable the front and rear USB 2.0 ports individually from the BIOS Setup. Refer to the Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS section in Chapter 3 of this user manual for details. Front panel Rear panel ASUS Desktop PC...

  • Page 24: Connecting Microphone And Speakers

    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, 5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel stereo speakers. •...
  • Page 25 Connecting 2-channel Speakers Connecting 4-channel Speakers ASUS Desktop PC...
  • Page 26 Connecting 5.1-channel Speakers Connecting 7.1-channel Speakers Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer...

  • Page 27: Changing To The External Audio Output

    For the location of the rear Line Out port, refer to the section Getting to know your computer. Tick Front Speaker Out, then click Tick Line In, then click OK. The audio output will now be from the external audio device. The Audio Manager screenshots above are for reference only. ASUS Desktop PC...
  • Page 28 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer...

  • Page 29: Chapter 3 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 Desktop PC...

  • Page 30: Using The Optical Drive (On Selected Models Only)

    Using the optical drive (on selected models only) Inserting an optical disc To insert an optical disc: While your system is on, press the eject button to open the tray. Place the disc on the optical drive with the label side outward if the desktop is positioned vertically and the label side up if the desktop is positioned horizontally.

  • Page 31: Configuring The Usb Ports Using The Bios

    Select the USB port that you want to enable or disable. Press <Enter> to enable or disable the selected USB port. Click Exit and select Save Changes & Reset to save the changes made. Refer to Chapter 1 for the location of the USB ports. ASUS Desktop PC...

  • Page 32: Configuring The Hdd Security Setting Using The Bios

    Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS You can set a password in the BIOS Setup to protect your HDD. To set a password for your HDD from the BIOS Setup: Press <Delete> to enter the BIOS Setup at startup. From the BIOS Setup EZ Mode screen, press <F7>...

  • Page 33: Chapter 4 Connecting To The Internet

    Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. • Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in setting up your Internet connection. • For more details, refer to the sections Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection or Configuring a static IP network connection. ASUS Desktop PC...
  • Page 34 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 35 From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen, click Change Adapter settings. Right-click on your LAN and select Properties. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/ IPv4) and click Properties. Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection. ASUS Desktop PC...
  • Page 36 Return to the Network and Sharing Center and then click Set up a new connection or network. Select Connect to the Internet and click Next. Select Broadband (PPPoE) and click Next. Follow the next onscreen instructions to complete the setup. Configuring a static IP network connection To configure a static IP network connection: Repeat steps 1 to 4 of the previous section.

  • Page 37: Chapter 5 Using Asus Business Manager

    Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ASUS Business Manager ASUS Manager provides a set of tools for customizing and maintaining your ASUS computer. Installing ASUS Business Manager Insert your ASUS support DVD into your optical drive. On the support CD window, click Utilities > ASUS Business Manager.
  • Page 38 Starting ASUS Manager Launch ASUS Manager from the Start Menu by clicking Start > ASUS > ASUS Manager Icon View and List View ASUS Manager has an Icon View and List View. Click the List View icon to display a list of tools available for your system.
  • Page 39 System The System Information screen displays hardware and software details about your computer. Update Click Update on the main ASUS Manager screen to download and install hardware drivers, the latest BIOS, and updated ASUS applications. ASUS Desktop PC...
  • Page 40 Security Click Security on the main ASUS Manager screen to access PC Cleanup and USB Lock utilities. PC Cleanup PC Cleanup provides options to remove temporary and unnecessary files from your computer to free up hard drive space. ASUS Secure Delete ASUS Secure Delete keeps your files secure by making deleted files completely irrecoverable using a simple drag-and-drop interface.
  • Page 41 To use ASUS Secure Delete: Once ASUS Secure Delete is launched, do any of the following to add files to the deletion box: • Drag and drop the files to the deletion box. • Right-click the file then select ASUS Secure Delete.
  • Page 42 Backup & Recovery Click Recovery on the main ASUS Manager screen to begin Windows maintenance tasks such as system restoration, adjusting startup settings and repairing Windows with a recovery disk. Chapter 5: Using ASUS Business Manager...
  • Page 43 Manager, you can specify time settings for system hibernation, sleep, display and hard drive activity. Tool Click Tool on the main ASUS Manager screen to access the Support screen, Ai Booting or MyLogo. Support Support lists links to ASUS support web sites and contact information.
  • Page 44 Ai Booting displays a list of bootable storage devices. Select a device and click the left/right buttons to modify the boot sequence. MyLogo ASUS MyLogo allows you to customize the boot logo. The boot logo is the image that appears on screen during the Power-On Self-Tests (POST). Chapter 5: Using ASUS Business Manager...
  • Page 45 • Change the BIOS boot logo only. Before selecting the first option, download the BIOS file to your computer using ASUS Update. Click Browse to locate the picture file that you want to use as the boot logo (and the downloaded BIOS if required) and then click Run.

  • Page 46: Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

    If the keyboard is not responding, press and hold the Power button on your chassis until the computer shuts down. Then press the Power button to turn it on. I cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only)? •...
  • Page 47 Wait for a while and go to My Computer to check if the USB storage device is detected. • Connect your USB storage device to another computer to test if the USB storage device is broken or malfunctions. ASUS Desktop PC...
  • Page 48 I want to restore or undo changes to my computer’s system settings without affecting my personal files or data. You can use Windows 10 Refresh your PC without affecting your files recovery ® option to restore or undo changes to your computer’s system settings without affecting your personal data such as documents or photos.
  • Page 49 • Ensure that the power cord is properly Your computer’s power cord connected. is not properly connected. • Use other compatible power cord. PSU (Power supply unit) Contact the ASUS Service Center about problems installing another PSU on your computer. Display Problem Possible Cause Action •...
  • Page 50 Ensure the LAN LED is on. If not, try LAN cable problems another LAN cable. If it still does not work, contact the ASUS service center. Your computer is not Ensure that your computer is properly Cannot access the properly connected to a connected to a router or hub.
  • Page 51 • Remove the extra memory modules Memory module problems The system often that you have installed, then try again. hangs or freezes. • Contact the ASUS Service Center for assistance. There is not enough Move your computer to an area with air ventilation for your better air flow.
  • Page 52 • Contact the ASUS Service Center for assistance. 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 https://www.asus.com/support for the service center information.
  • Page 53 ASUS Desktop PC...

  • Page 54: User Manual

    ASUS Desktop PC Windows ® User Manual Appendix Windows 10 User Manual ® E10435 First Edition May 2015 Copyright © ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved...

  • Page 56: Starting For The First Time

    Starting for the first time When you start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring the basic settings of your Windows® 10 operating system. To start your Desktop PC for the first time: When you start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in configuring the basic settings of your Windows®...

  • Page 57: Using The Windows 10 Ui

    From the Start menu, click All apps, then select the app that you want to pin. Click Pin to Start or Pin to taskbar to pin your selected app to the Start screen or taskbar. You can also drag then drop an app to the Start Screen or taskbar to pin it. ASUS Desktop PC...
  • Page 58 Start screen The Start screen , which appears together with the Start menu, helps organize all the apps you need in just one place. The apps on the Start screen are displayed on tiled-format for easy access. Some apps require signing in to your Microsoft account before they are fully launched. Click to restore the Start screen Moving apps on the Start screen...
  • Page 59 When you have several running apps, you can click from the taskbar to display all your running apps, and click on an app or item to launch it. > Show Task View button to display the task view icon If task view is disabled, click ASUS Desktop PC...
  • Page 60 Snap feature The Snap feature displays about four apps or more in one screen, allowing you to work or switch among apps. Using Snap Use your Desktop PC’s mouse or keyboard to activate Snap onscreen. Using your mouse a) Launch an app, then drag and release on a screen corner to snap it in place. b) Snap another app to your preferred location on the screen.

  • Page 61: Keyboard Shortcuts

    Your desktop PC is mirrored to your secondary monitor + <P> Launches Cortana + <Q> Launches the Run window + <R> Launches Ease of Access Center + <U> Launches a menu box of Windows tools + <X> ASUS Desktop PC...
  • Page 62 Launches the magnifier and zooms in your screen. + <+> Zooms out your screen. + <-> Opens the Narrator Settings. + <Enter> Removing everything and reinstalling Windows® 10 Restoring your PC to its original factory settings can be done using the Remove everything and reinstall options in PC Settings.

  • Page 63: Asus Contact Information

    +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site https://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Online support https://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkortstrasse 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany Web site https://www.asus.com/de Online contact https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/Services/ questionform/?lang=de-de Technical Support Telephone (DE) +49-2102-5789557 Telephone (AT)

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