Asus A4310 Series User manual
A4310 Series
User Guide
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Contents
About this manual.....................................................................................................6
Conventions used in this manual ........................................................................7
Typography....................................................................................................................... 7
Icons .................................................................................................................................... 8
Safety information.....................................................................................................9
Setting up your system................................................................................................. 9
Care during use ............................................................................................................... 9
Sound Pressure Warning.............................................................................................. 11
DC Fan Warning............................................................................................................... 11
Package contents ......................................................................................................12
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup
Getting to know your ASUS All-in-One PC .......................................................13
Front view.......................................................................................................................... 13
Side views.....................................................................................................................16
Left side view ................................................................................................................... 16
Right side view ................................................................................................................ 16
Rear view ......................................................................................................................18
Chapter 2: Using your ASUS All-in-One PC
Placing on the desktop............................................................................................21
Installing the wall mount screw (optional).......................................................22
Connecting the wired keyboard and mouse...................................................25
Setting up your ASUS All-in-One PC...................................................................26
Connecting the wireless keyboard and mouse (optional) .............................. 26
Powering on the system..........................................................................................27
Using the touch screen............................................................................................29
Using touch screen panel gestures (on selected models)............................... 30
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Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8.1
Starting for the first time.........................................................................................33
Windows®UI ................................................................................................................34
Start screen ....................................................................................................................... 34
Start button ...................................................................................................................... 38
Customizing your Start screen................................................................................... 40
Working with Windows®apps...............................................................................41
Launching apps............................................................................................................... 41
Customizing apps........................................................................................................... 42
Accessing the Apps screen.......................................................................................... 44
Charms bar........................................................................................................................ 46
Snap feature ..................................................................................................................... 48
Other keyboard shortcuts ......................................................................................50
Setting up a secondary display via the HDMI-output port ........................52
Connecting to the Internet ....................................................................................54
Setting up a Wi-Fi connection in Windows®8.1................................................... 54
Configuring your Wi-Fi bandwidth .......................................................................... 55
Wired connection........................................................................................................... 56
Setting up a Bluetooth Wireless Connection...................................................58
Turning your ASUS All-in-One PCoff...................................................................59
Putting your ASUS All-in-One PC on sleep mode ..........................................59
Chapter 4: Recovering your system
Entering the BIOS Setup..........................................................................................61
Quickly enter the BIOS.................................................................................................. 61
Recovering your system..........................................................................................62
Resetting your PC ........................................................................................................... 62
Recovering from a system image file ...................................................................... 63
Removing everything and reinstalling Windows................................................ 64
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Chapter 5: Upgrading your ASUS All-in-One PC
Installing a Random-access Memory module.................................................65
Appendices
Notices...........................................................................................................................69
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement..................... 69
RF exposure warning..................................................................................................... 70
Canadian Department of Communications Statement.................................... 71
IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada...................................................... 71
Canada, Industry Canada (IC) Notices ..................................................................... 71
Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Information........................................................ 72
Canada, avis d’Industry Canada (IC) ........................................................................ 72
Informations concernant l’exposition aux frequences radio (RF)................. 72
Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC).................................. 73
Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains........................................... 73
CE Mark Warning............................................................................................................. 74
CE marking for devices without wireless LAN/Bluetooth................................ 74
CE marking for devices with wireless LAN/ Bluetooth...................................... 74
REACH................................................................................................................................. 76
Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration .................. 76
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services.......................................................................... 76
Coating Notice................................................................................................................. 77
Rechargeable Battery Recycling Service in North America............................. 77
Prevention of Hearing Loss ........................................................................................ 77
ENERGY STAR complied product .............................................................................. 78
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About this manual
This manual provides information about the hardware and software
features of your ASUS All-in-One PC, organized through the following
chapters:
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup
This chapter details the hardware components of your ASUS All-
in-One PC.
Chapter 2: Using your ASUS All-in-One PC
This chapter provides you with information on using your ASUS
All-in-One PC.
Chapter 3: Working with Windows® 8.1
This chapter provides an overview of using Windows® 8.1 in your
ASUS All-in-One PC.
Chapter 4: Recovering your system
This chapter provides recovery options for your ASUS All-in-One
PC.
Chapter 5: Upgrading your ASUS All-in-One PC
This chapter guides you through the process of replacing and
upgrading parts of your All-in-One PC.
Appendices
This section includes notices and safety statements for your ASUS
All-in-One PC.
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Conventions used in this manual
To highlight key information in this manual, some texts are presented as
follows:
IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be
followed to complete a task.
NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can
help complete tasks.
WARNING! This message contains important information that must be
followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to
your device’s data and components.
Typography
Bold =This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected.
Italic = This indicates sections that you can refer to in this manual.
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All illustrations and screenshots in this manual are for reference
only. Actual product specications and software screen images may
vary with territories. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the
latest information.
Icons
The icons below indicate the devices you can use for completing a
series of tasks or procedures on your ASUS All-in-One PC.
= (optional) Use the touch screen panel.
= (optional) Use the wireless mouse.
= (optional) Use the wireless keyboard.
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Safety information
Your All-in-One ASUS All-in-One PC is designed and tested to meet
the latest standards of safety for information technology equipment.
However, to ensure your safety, it is important that you read the
following safety instructions.
Setting up your system
• Readandfollowallinstructionsinthedocumentationbeforeyou
operate your system.
• Donotusethisproductnearwateroraheatedsourcesuchasa
radiator.
• Setupthesystemonastablesurface.
• Openingsonthechassisareforventilation.Donotblockorcover
these openings. Ensure that you leave plenty of space around the
system for ventilation. Never insert objects of any kind into the
ventilation openings.
• Usethisproductinenvironmentswithambienttemperatures
between 0˚C and 40˚C.
• Ifyouuseanextensioncord,ensurethatthetotalampererating
of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed
its ampere rating.
Care during use
• Donotwalkonthepowercordorallowanythingtorestonit.
• Donotspillwateroranyotherliquidsonyoursystem.
• Whenthesystemisturnedo,asmallamountofelectrical
current still remains in the product. Always unplug all power,
modem, and network cables from the power outlets before
cleaning the system.
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• The touch screen requires periodic cleaning to perform at optimal
touch sensitivity. Keep the screen clean from foreign objects or
excessive dust accumulation. To clean the screen:
- Turnothesystemanddisconnectthepowercordfromthe
wall.
- Spray a small amount of household glass cleaner on the
supplied cleaning cloth and gently wipe the surface of the
screen.
- Do not spray the cleaner directly on the screen.
• Donotuseanabrasivecleaneroracoarseclothwhencleaning
the screen.
• Ifyouencounterthefollowingtechnicalproblemswiththe
product, unplug the power cord and contact a qualied service
technician or your retailer.
- The power cord or plug is damaged.
- Liquid has been spilled into the system.
- The system does not function properly even if you follow the
operating instructions.
- The system was dropped or the cabinet is damaged.
- The system performance changes.
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Sound Pressure Warning
Excessive sound pressure from earphones or headphones can cause
hearing loss or permanent damage to hearing. Increasing the volume
and equalizer beyond default levels increases the output voltage and
sound pressure produced by the earphones or headphones.
DC Fan Warning
Please note that the DC fan is a moving part and can cause harm when
used improperly. Keep away from the fan when using the product.
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Package contents
NOTES:
• Ifanyoftheitemsisdamagedormissing,contactyourretailer.
• The keyboard, mouse, and power supply illustrations are for reference
only. Actual product specications may vary with territories.
MENUMODE
ASUS All-in-One PC AC adapter Power cord
Warranty card Keyboard (optional) Mouse (optional)
Wall mount screws
(optional)
KBM USB receiver
dongle (optional)
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Getting to know your ASUS All-in-
One PC
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup
Front view
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Webcam microphone
The built-in digital microphone can be used for video
conferencing, voice narrations, audio recordings, and
multimedia applications.
Webcam
The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos
using your ASUS All-in-One PC. On selected models, The built-
in webcam comes with a built-in digital microphone that
allows you can use to make video chat online.
Webcam LED
Indicates that the built-in webcam is enabled.
LCD Display (Touch-enabled function on selected models)
The 20-inch LCD display panel provides excellent viewing
features for photos, videos, and other multimedia les.
On selected models, two-point touch is supported. You can
operate your ASUS All-in-One PC using touch gestures.
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) indicator
This LED power indicator Indicates hard disk drive
activity.
Volume down button
Press this button to decrease the volume.
Volume up button
Press this button to increase the volume.
Brightness down button
Press this button to decrease the brightness of your
ASUS All-in-One PC.
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Brightness up button
Press this button to increase the brightness of your
ASUS All-in-One PC.
Power button
Press the power button to turn your ASUS All-in-One PC
onoro.Youcanalsousethepowerbuttontoputyour
ASUS All-in-One PC to sleep or hibernate mode and
wake it up from sleep or hibernate mode.
In the event that your ASUS All-in-One PC becomes
unresponsive, press and hold the power button for
about four (4) seconds until your ASUS All-in-One PC
shuts down.
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Left side view Right side view
Side views
Refer to the following diagrams to identify the components on both
sides of the system.
6-in-1 card reader
This ASUS All-in-One PC has a built-in memory card
reader slot that supports MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC, MS,
and MS PRO cards.
USB 2.0 port
This USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with
USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing
devices, ash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers,
cameras and printers.
USB 3.0 ports
These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect
to USB 3.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner,
camera, and others.
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HDMI-out port
This port is for a High-Denition Multimedia Interface
(HDMI) connector and is HDCP compliant for HD DVD,
Blu-ray, and other protected content playback.
Microphone input jack port
This port allows you to connect your ASUS All-in-One PC
to an external microphone.
Headphone / Audio Out jack
This combo jack supports speakers and headphones.
Optical Disc Drive manual eject hole
The manual eject hole is used to eject the drive tray in
case the electronic eject button does not work.
WARNING! Use the manual eject hole only when the
electronic eject button does not work.
Optical Disc Drive electronic eject button
Press this button to eject the optical drive tray.
You can also eject the drive tray using your media player
or by right-clicking the optical drive icon in Windows File
Explorer and clicking Eject.
Optical Disc Drive LED indicator
Indicates Optical Disk Drive activity.
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Rear view
Refer to the following diagram to identify the components on this side
of the system.
Kensington® lock port
The Kensington® lock port allows you to secure your ASUS
All-in-One PC using Kensington® compatible security
products.
Air vents
The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the
ASUS All-in-One PC.
WARNING! Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other
objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating
may occur.
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Stand
Allows you to position the system upright.
Power input
The bundled power adapter converts AC power to DC
power for use with this jack. Power supplied through this
jack supplies power to the PC. To prevent damage to the
PC, always use the bundled power adapter.
WARNING! The power adapter may become warm or
hot when in use. Do not cover the adapter and keep it
away from your body.
USB 2.0 port
This USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with
USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing
devices, ash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers,
cameras and printers.
Display (Monitor) Output
The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard
VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to
allow viewing on a larger external display.
LAN port
This 8-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet
cable for connection to a local network.
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Serial port
This 9-pin serial port (COM1) is for serial devices.
DIMM door
The DIMM door secures the RAM modules of your All-in-
One PC.
IMPORTANT!
• Your All-in-One PC comes with a pre-installed
RAM module. We recommend that you purchase
the same model and speed of RAM module
when you perform an upgrade or replacement.
Visit an authorized service center or retailer for
information on RAM module upgrades for your
ASUS All-in-One PC.
• For more information on how to add RAM
modules to your PC, refer to the Installing a
Random-access Memory module section in this
user guide.
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