Asus BM5242 User manual

BM5642/MD200
BP5242/SD100
BM5242
BM5342
ASUS PC
User Manual
BM5242 BM5342
BM5642/MD200 BP5242/SD100

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E5419
First Edition V1
March 2010

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ASUS contact information
ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.
Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259
Telephone [phone]
Fax [phone]
E-mail [email protected]
Web site www.asus.com.tw
Technical Support
Telephone [phone]
Online support support.asus.com
ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)
Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA
Telephone [phone]
Fax [phone]
Web site usa.asus.com
Technical Support
Telephone [phone]
Support fax [phone]
Online support support.asus.com
ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)
Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany
Fax [phone]
Web site www.asus.de
Online contact www.asus.de/sales
Technical Support
Telephone (Component) [phone]*
Telephone (System/Notebook/Eee/LCD) [phone]*
Support Fax [phone]
Online support support.asus.com
* EUR 0.14/minute from a German xed landline; EUR 0.42/minute from a mobile phone.

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Contents
Notices.......................................................................................................... v
Safety information ...................................................................................... vi
General precautions .................................................................................. vii
About this guide ....................................................................................... viii
System package contents........................................................................... x
System introduction
1.1 Front panel.................................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Rear panel..................................................................................... 1-3
1.3 Connecting to the keyboard and the mouse ............................. 1-5
1.4 Connecting to other peripheral devices .................................... 1-5
Getting started
2.1 Installing an operating system ................................................... 2-2
2.2 Powering your system................................................................. 2-2
2.3 Support DVD information ............................................................ 2-3
2.3.1 Running the Support DVD .............................................. 2-3
2.3.2 Drivers menu................................................................... 2-4
2.3.3 Utilities menu .................................................................. 2-5
2.3.4 Manual menu .................................................................. 2-6
2.3.5 ASUS contact information............................................... 2-6
2.3.6 Other information ............................................................ 2-7
2.4 ASUS AI Manager......................................................................... 2-9
2.4.1 Installing AI Manager ...................................................... 2-9
2.4.2 Launching AI Manager .................................................... 2-9
2.4.3 AI Manager Quick Bar..................................................... 2-9
2.4.4 Main .............................................................................. 2-10
2.4.5 My favorites................................................................... 2-14
2.4.6 Support ......................................................................... 2-15
2.4.7 Information .................................................................... 2-15
2.5 Loading the initial OS default settings..................................... 2-16
2.6 Recovery DVD ............................................................................ 2-16
2.6.1 Recovering a Windows®XP OS.................................... 2-16
2.6.2 Recovering a Windows®Vista OS................................. 2-17
2.6.3 Recovering a Windows®7 OS....................................... 2-18

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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is
required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modications
to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
REACH
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://green.asus.com/
english/REACH.htm.

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Safety information
Electrical safety
• To prevent electric shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electric
outlet before relocating the system.
• When adding or removing any devices to or from the system, contact a
qualied service technician or your retailer. Ensure that all the power cables for
the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible,
disconnect all the power cables from the existing system before you add or
remove a device to or from the system.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied
service technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
• Before installing devices into the system, carefully read all the documentation
that comes with the package.
• Before using the product, ensure that all cables are correctly connected and
the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your
dealer immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets, and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and extreme temperatures. Do not place this product in a
location where it may get wet. Place this product on a at and stable surface.
• When using this product, do not block any air inlet/outlet on the chassis.
• We recommend that you use BM5642/MD200, BM5242, and BM5342 in
environments with an ambient temperature from 5ºC ~ 40ºC.
• We recommend that you use BP5242/SD100 in environments with an ambient
temperature from 5ºC ~ 35ºC.
• If you encounter technical problems with this product, contact a qualied
service technician or your retailer.
Macrovision Corporation Product Notice
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by
U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other
limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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Lithium-Ion Battery Warning
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
VORSICHT: Explosionsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie.
Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem
ähnljchen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des
Herstellers.
LASER PRODUCT WARNING
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
General precautions
Before using the ASUS Desktop PC, carefully read the general precautions below.
Improper operation could lead to personal injury or damage to the product.
• Before using this product, ensure that all components are correctly installed
and all cables are correctly connected. If you detect any damage, contact your
dealer immediately.
• Avoid dust and extreme temperatures. Do not place this product in a location
where it may receive direct sunlight.
• Do not place this product in a location where it may get wet.
• Do not block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for
this product.
• Before turning on the system, check if all the peripherals are correctly
connected.
• To avoid short circuits, keep scraps, screws, and threads away from
connectors, slots, sockets, and circuitry.
• Do not insert any object or spill liquid into the air vents on the chassis.
• If this product has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact with the
heatsinks and the surfaces of IC as they may become very warm and hot.
Check if the system receives proper ventilation.
• Before you add or remove a peripheral device to or from the system, ensure
that you unplugged the system from the power source.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied
service technician or your retailer.

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About this guide
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
1. Chapter 1: System introduction
This chapter gives a general description of the ASUS Desktop PC. The
chapter lists the system features, including introduction on the front and rear
panels.
2. Chapter 2: Getting started
This chapter helps you power up the system and install drivers and utilities
from the Support DVD.
Audience
This guide provides general information about the ASUS Desktop PC and
instructions on how to use the Support DVD that comes with the system package.
• Do not service this product yourself.
• Though the system casing is elaborately designed to protect users from
scratches, be careful with those sharp tips and edges. Put on a pair of gloves
before you remove or replace the system cover.
• Unplug this product from the power source when it is left unused for a long
period of time.
• Use this product only with the correct voltage as instructed by the
manufacturer.
• To prevent re or electric shock, do not overload power outlets and extension
cords.
• Warning: Ensure that you replace the battery with a correct type; otherwise, it
may cause an explosion hazard.

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Conventions used in this guide
To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following
symbols used throughout this guide.
WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to
complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when
trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.
Where to nd more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and
software updates.
1. ASUS Websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS
hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2. Optional Documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty
yers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not
part of the standard package.

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System package contents
Check your system package for the following items.
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer
immediately.
Optional items
1. Optical disk drive (ODD)
2. Memory card reader
3. LAN cable
4. Power strip
5. Recovery DVD
• Optional items are not included in the system package. They are purchased
separately.
• Specications depend on the desktop PC you purchased. Check with your
supplier for the exact specications.
Standard items
1. ASUS Desktop PC with
• ASUS Desktop x1
• Mouse x1
• Keyboard x1
2. Cables
• Power cord x1
3. Accessories
• Mouse pad x1
4. DVD
• Support DVD x1
5. Documentation
• User Manual x1
• Warranty card x1

Chapter 1
System introduction
This chapter gives a general description
of the desktop PC. The chapter lists the
system features including introduction on
the front and rear panels.

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1.1 Front panel
2 x 5.25 inch optical disk drive bays
Power LED
2 x USB 2.0 ports
1 x Headphone port
1 x Microphone port
Reset button
HDD LED
2 x 3.5 inch drive bays
Power button
2 x USB 2.0 ports
BM5242
2 x 5.25 inch optical disk drive bays
Power LED
4 x USB 2.0 ports
1 x Headphone port
1 x Microphone port
Reset button
HDD LED
2 x 3.5 inch drive bays
Power button
BM5642/MD200
BP5242/SD100
4 x USB 2.0 ports
1 x Microphone port
HDD LED
1 x 3.5 inch drive bay
1 x 5.25 inch
optical disk drive bay
Power button
1 x Headphone port

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1.2 Rear panel
• The 5.25 inch optical disk drive bay is for a 5.25 inch DVD-ROM / CD-RW /
DVD-RW device.
• The 3.5 inch drive bay is for a 3.5 inch hard disk drive / memory card
reader.
• The memory card reader is for Secure Digital™ / MultimediaCard / Memory
Stick®/ CompactFlash®/ Microdrive™ / SmartMedia®memory cards.
BM5642/MD200, BM5242, BM5342
BM5342
2 x 5.25 inch optical disk drive bays
2 x USB 2.0 ports
1 x Headphone port
1 x Microphone port
2 x 3.5 inch drive bays
Power button
HDD LED Reset button
2 x USB 2.0 ports
LINE
IN
LINE
OUT
MIC IN
1 x PS/2 Mouse port
1 x PS/2 Keyboard port
1 x Parallel port
1 x Voltage selector
Expansion slot lock
1 x Power connector
1x VGA port
4 x USB 2.0 ports
6-channel audio ports
4 x Expansion slots
1 x Power switch
Air vents
1 x RJ-45 port
1 x COM port
Side cover lock
Air vents

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Voltage selector
The system’s power supply unit has a 115V / 230V 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.
If the voltage supply in your area is 200-240V, set the switch to 230V.
Setting the switch to 115V in a 230V environment or 230V in a 115V
environment will seriously damage the system!
DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation
for this product.
BP5242/SD100
1 x PS/2 Mouse port
1 x PS/2 Keyboard port
1 x Voltage selector
1 x COM port
4 x USB 2.0 ports
6-channel audio ports
1 x RJ-45 port
1 x Parallel port
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LINE
IN
LINE
OUT
MIC IN
1 x Power connector
4 x Expansion slots
1 x VGA port

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1.4 Connecting to other peripheral devices
The ASUS Desktop PC is equipped with a number of ports at the rear and front
panels where you can connect peripheral devices to the system.
1.3 Connecting to the keyboard and the mouse
Your ASUS Desktop PC package includes a PS/2 keyboard or a USB keyboard
and a USB mouse. Connect the PS/2 keyboard to the PS/2 keyboard port at the
rear panel or the USB keyboard to a USB port either at the rear panel or front
panel. Connect the USB mouse to a USB port either at the rear panel or front
panel.
BM5642/MD200, BM5242, BM5342
LINE
IN
LINE
OUT
MIC IN
Line Out
Line In
Microphone
USB
PS/2 keyboard
VGA
PS/2 mouse
Parallel
Expansion slots
RJ-45
COM
Power connector

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Before you connect a peripheral device to the system, refer to the
documentation that comes with the device or contact your supplier directly for
information on how to install it.
BP5242/SD100
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LINE
IN
LINE
OUT
MIC IN
Microphone
USB
PS/2 keyboard
VGA
PS/2 mouse
Parallel
Expansion slots
RJ-45
COM
Line In
Line Out
Power connector

Chapter 2
Getting started
This chapter helps you to power up the
system and install drivers and utilities
from the Support DVD.

2-2 Chapter 2: Getting started
2.1 Installing an operating system
This desktop PC supports Windows®XP / Vista / 7 operating systems (OS). Always
install the latest OS version and the corresponding updates to maximize the
features of your hardware. When you start the system for the rst time, the system
automatically detects the built-in audio and graphics chips and attempts to install
the drivers that come with the OS. Select NO when a window appears asking if
you want to restart the system. Install drivers according to the instructions in the
following sections.
• To ensure that the OS works properly, install the drivers included in the
Support DVD.
• Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup
procedures presented in this chapter for reference only. Refer to your OS
documentation for detailed information.
2.2 Powering your system
Press the Power button to power up the system.
Power button
BM5242 BM5342
Power button
BM5642/MD200
Power button
BP5242/SD100
Power button

ASUS BM5642/MD200, BP5242/SD100, BM5242, BM5342 2-3
If Autorun is NOT enabled on your computer, browse the contents of the
Support DVD to locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click
ASSETUP.EXE to run the DVD.
2.3.1 Running the Support DVD
Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the
Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled on your computer.
2.3 Support DVD information
The Support DVD that comes with the system package contains the drivers,
software applications, and utilities that you can install to get all system features.
The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without
notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates.
Click an item to install
Click an icon to
display Support DVD/
motherboard information

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2.3.2 Drivers menu
The Drivers menu shows the available device drivers if the system detects
installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.
ASUS InstAll
Installs all of the drivers for your desktop PC.
Intel Chipset Inf Update Program
Installs the Intel®Chipset Inf Update Program.
VIA Audio Driver
Installs the VIA®audio driver.
Realtek RTL8111/8112 LAN Controller
Installs the Realtek®RTL8111/8112 LAN driver.
Intel Graphics Accelerator Driver
Installs the Intel®graphics accelerator driver.