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ASUS Desktop PC User Guide D700MD/S700MD/ D500MD/S500MD/ D700MDES/M700MD/ D500MDES/M500MD/ D700MD_CZ D500MD_CZ/D500MD_IN E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 1 E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 1 3/1/2022 2:38:04 PM 3/1/2022 2:38:04 PM...
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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.
Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS................40 Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS ............41 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection ...........................43 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ASUS Business Manager ......................49 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ..........................51 Appendix Working with Windows®...
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Connecting to wireless networks .....................60 Connecting to wired networks ....................61 Turning your computer off ......................61 Putting your computer to sleep ....................61 E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 4 E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 4 3/1/2022 2:38:04 PM 3/1/2022 2:38:04 PM...
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.
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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).
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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...
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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 in the table below: E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 8...
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The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/1206). Full text of UKCA 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 the country...
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 ingest battery, Chemical Burn Hazard” This product contains a coin / button cell battery. If the coin / button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death. Keep new and used batteries away from children.
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...
Mouse x1 (Optional) Power cord x1 Support DVD x1 (Optional) Recovery DVD x1 (Optional) ASUS mouse pad x 1 (Optional) Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
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.
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D700MD/S700MD/D700MDES/M700MD/D700MD_CZ 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. Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer.
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3.2 Gen 2 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others. IC smart card reader & SD card reader (optional). Insert a smart card or SD card into the appropriate slot. ASUS Desktop PC E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 17 E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 17...
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D700MD/S700MD/D700MDES/M700MD/D700MD_CZ Rear panel PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. DisplayPorts. These ports are for DisplayPort-compatible devices. HDMI® port. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI®) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content.
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Power connector. Plug the power cord to this connector. RATING: • 115/230Vac, 50/60Hz, 4/2A (Global) 220Vac, 50Hz, 2A (China) • • 115Vac, 50/60Hz, 4A (Taiwan) 115/230Vac, 50/60Hz, 4/2A (JP+KR) • ASUS Desktop PC E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 19 E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 19 3/1/2022 2:38:07 PM 3/1/2022 2:38:07 PM...
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D500MD/S500MD/D500MDES/M500MD/D500MD_CZ/D500MD_IN Rear panel PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. HDMI® port. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI®) connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. USB 2.0 ports.
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Power connector. Plug the power cord to this connector. RATING: • 115/230Vac, 50/60Hz, 4/2A (Global) 220Vac, 50Hz, 2A (China) • 115Vac, 50/60Hz, 4A (Taiwan) • 115/230Vac, 50/60Hz, 4/2A (JP+KR) • ASUS Desktop PC E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 21 E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 21 3/1/2022 2:38:08 PM 3/1/2022 2:38:08 PM...
To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports: Connect a monitor to a display output port on the rear panel of your computer. Plug the monitor to a power source. D700MD/S700MD/D700MDES/M700MD/D700MD_CZ Chapter 1: Getting started E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 22 E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 22...
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D500MD/S500MD/D500MDES/M500MD/D500MD_CZ/D500MD_IN • 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. • To connect multiple external monitors to your computer, refer to Connecting multiple external display of this guide for details.
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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. D700MD/S700MD/D700MDES/M700MD/D700MD_CZ D500MD/S500MD/D500MDES/M500MD/D500MD_CZ/D500MD_IN Chapter 1: Getting started E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 24 E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 24 3/1/2022 2:38:08 PM...
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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. D700MD/S700MD/D700MDES/M700MD/D700MD_CZ D500MD/S500MD/D500MDES/M500MD/D500MD_CZ/D500MD_IN For safety purposes, ONLY connect the power cord to a grounded electrical outlet. ASUS Desktop PC E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 25 E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 25 3/1/2022 2:38:09 PM 3/1/2022 2:38:09 PM...
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. D700MD/S700MD/D700MDES/M700MD/D700MD_CZ Power button D500MD/S500MD/D500MDES/M500MD/D500MD_CZ/D500MD_IN Power button Wait until the operating system loads automatically.
2 and 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 D700MD/S700MD/D700MDES/M700MD/D700MD_CZ D500MD/S500MD/D500MDES/M500MD/D500MD_CZ/D500MD_IN ASUS Desktop PC E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 27 E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 27 3/1/2022 2:38:09 PM 3/1/2022 2:38:09 PM...
Rear panel D700MD/S700MD/D700MDES/M700MD/D700MD_CZ D500MD/S500MD/D500MDES/M500MD/D500MD_CZ/D500MD_IN 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.
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Changing to the external audio output When you connect an external audio device to your Desktop PC, enable the audio device output to ensure a clear audio quality. To change to the external audio output: Connect an external audio device such as earphone or speaker to the rear Line Out port. The Audio Manager screen automatically pops up.
Configure the settings for your displays. For some graphics 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 Desktop PC E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 35 E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 35...
• 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. D700MD/S700MD/D700MDES/M700MD/D700MD_CZ D500MD/S500MD/D500MDES/M500MD/D500MD_CZ/D500MD_IN Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computer E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 36...
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 E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 37 E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 37 3/1/2022 2:38:11 PM...
Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting data on the card or else data loss may occur. To prevent data loss, use “Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media” in the Windows® notification area before removing the memory card. D700MD/S700MD/D700MDES/M700MD/ D500MD/S500MD/D500MDES/M500MD/ D700MD_CZ D500MD_CZ/D500MD_IN Chapter 3: Using your computer E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 38...
Press the eject button on the drive bay cover. • From the Start menu, click File Explorer, right-click the CD/DVD drive icon, and click Eject. Remove the disc from the disc tray. ASUS Desktop PC E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 39 E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 39 3/1/2022 2:38:11 PM 3/1/2022 2:38:11 PM...
Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS You can enable or disable the front and rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C®, USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.2 Gen 2 and USB 2.0 ports from the BIOS Setup. To disable or enable the front and rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C®, USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.2 Gen 2 and USB 2.0 ports: Press <Delete>...
To clear the user password, follow the same steps as in changing a user password, but press <Enter> when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the Set User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. ASUS Desktop PC E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 41 E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 41...
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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 a DSL/cable modem. D700MD/S700MD/D700MDES/M700MD/D700MD_CZ Modem RJ-45 cable ASUS Desktop PC E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 43 E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 43 3/1/2022 2:38:11 PM 3/1/2022 2:38:11 PM...
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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. D700MD/S700MD/D700MDES/M700MD/D700MD_CZ RJ-45 cable Chapter 4: Connecting to the Internet E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 44...
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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. ASUS Desktop PC E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 45 E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 45 3/1/2022 2:38:12 PM 3/1/2022 2:38:12 PM...
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Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection. 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.
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Enter the IP address, Subnet mask and Gateway from your service provider. If needed, enter the preferred DNS Server address and alternative address. When done, click OK. ASUS Desktop PC E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 47 E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 47 3/1/2022 2:38:12 PM 3/1/2022 2:38:12 PM...
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Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ASUS Business Manager ASUS Manager provides a set of tools for customizing and maintaining your ASUS computer. For detailed information, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1042634/. The URL may be changed without notice. ASUS Desktop PC E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 49...
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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)? •...
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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 pad.
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Check if the disc is scratched or damaged. The DVD drive eject button is not responding. From the Start menu, click File Explorer. Right-click , then click Eject from the menu ASUS Desktop PC E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 53 E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 53 3/1/2022 2:38:12 PM 3/1/2022 2:38:12 PM...
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• 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 •...
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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.
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• 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.
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• 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.
You can launch the Start menu in two ways: • Position your mouse pointer over the Start icon on your desktop then click it. • Press the Windows® logo key on your keyboard. ASUS Desktop PC E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 59 E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 59 3/1/2022 2:38:13 PM 3/1/2022 2:38:13 PM...
Opening programs from the Start menu One of the most common uses of the Start menu is opening programs installed on your Computer. You can open programs in two ways: • Position your mouse pointer over the program then click to launch it. •...
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Press to launch Shut Down Windows. Select Sleep from the drop-down list then select OK. You can also put your computer to Sleep mode by pressing the power button once. ASUS Desktop PC E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 61 E19621_D500MD_D700MD_UM.indd 61 3/1/2022 2:38:13 PM...