Asus CG Series User manual

ASUS Desktop PC
CG Series
User Manual

ii
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
Copyright © 2010 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved.
No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced,
transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any
means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written
permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (“ASUS”).
Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modied or altered, unless
such repair, modication of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the
product is defaced or missing.
ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS
DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS,
LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE),
EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY
DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT.
SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR
INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE,
AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO
RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS
MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT.
Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or
copyrights of their respective companies, and are used only for identication or explanation and to the
owners’ benet, without intent to infringe.
E6001
Second Edition
August 2010

iii
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
Contents
Notices ...........................................................................................................v
Safety information.........................................................................................vii
Conventions used in this guide.................................................................... viii
Where to nd more information ................................................................... viii
Package contents ..........................................................................................ix
Chapter 1 Getting started
Welcome!.................................................................................................... 1-1
Getting to know your computer................................................................... 1-1
Setting up your computer............................................................................ 1-8
Turning your computer ON/OFF ............................................................... 1-10
Chapter 2 Using Windows®7
Starting for the rst time.............................................................................. 2-1
Using Windows®7 desktop......................................................................... 2-2
Managing your les and folders.................................................................. 2-7
Restoring your system.............................................................................. 2-10
Protecting your computer...........................................................................2-11
Getting Windows®Help and Support........................................................ 2-15
Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer
Connecting a USB storage device.............................................................. 3-1
Connecting microphone and speakers ....................................................... 3-2
Connecting multiple external displays ........................................................ 3-5
Chapter 4 Using your computer
Proper posture when using your Desktop PC............................................. 4-1
Using the memory card reader ................................................................... 4-2
Using the optical drive ................................................................................ 4-3
Using the multimedia keyboard ................................................................. 4-4
Chapter 5 Connecting to the Internet
Wired connection........................................................................................ 5-1

iv
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
Contents
Chapter 6 Using the utilities
ASUS AI Manager....................................................................................... 6-1
ASUS Update ............................................................................................. 6-8
ASUS MyLogo2™....................................................................................... 6-9
Nero 9 ..................................................................................................... 6-10
Recovering your system ........................................................................... 6-14
Chapter 7 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................... 7-1

v
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
Notices
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
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.
• 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.
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.

vi
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
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. End-users and installers must be provide with antenna
installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure
compliance.
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.
Macrovision Corporation Product Notice
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method
claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision
Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing
uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering
or disassembly is prohibited.
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.

vii
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
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. Seek servicing if the casing has
been damaged.
• DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT operate during a gas leak.
• DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the
Desktop PC.
• DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical elds.
• DO NOT expose to or use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT use the modem during
electrical storms.
• Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in re. DO NOT short circuit the
contacts. DO NOT disassemble the battery.
• Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0˚C (32F)and
35˚C (95F).
• DO NOT cover the vents on the Desktop PC to prevent the system from overheating.
• DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals.
• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet
before relocating the system.
• Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices
could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not
sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power
company.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied service
technician or your retailer.

viii
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
Conventions used in this guide
To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used
throughout this manual.
DANGER/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.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a
task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a
task.
Where to nd more information
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.

ix
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
C
ASUS Desktop PC USB gaming keyboard x1
(Optional)
USB gaming mouse x1
(Optional)
Gaming mouse pad x1 Power cord x1 NERO 9 x1
Recovery CD x1 Support CD x1 Warranty card x1
Gaming cable ties x3 User manual x1
Package contents
• If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
• The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specications may vary
with different models.
• Keyboard and mouse may not be included in some regions.

x
ENGLISH
ENGLISH

ASUS CG Series 1-1
Chapter 1
Getting started
Getting to know your computer
Front panel
Illustrations are for reference only. The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary
with different models.
Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing the ASUS CG Series Desktop PC!
The ASUS CG Series 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.
Click the number to view its
corresponding description.
1
2
4
6
7
9
10
8
11
12
13
14
5
3
8

1-2 Chapter 1: Getting started
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
1. Front I/O ports cover. Pull this cover up to open the front panel.
2. Optical disk drive.
3. Optical disk drive LED.
4. Optical disk drive emergency eject hole. If the optical disk drive tray fails to eject,
insert a pointed object such as a ballpen to ejext the tray.
5. Optical disk drive eject button. Press this button to eject the optical disk drive tray.
6. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone.
7. Headphone port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or speaker.
8. USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0
devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
9. Power sensor. Lightly touch this sensor to turn on your computer.
10. Fingerprint scanner. This scans and authenticates a ngerprint, which secures your
computer from unauthorized access.
Before using the ngerprint scanner, ensure that you have set up your user account and
registered your ngerprint.
11. IEEE 1394a port. This port connects to an IEEE 1394 device such as a digital
camcorder.
12. Secure Digital™ / MultiMediaCard/Memory Stick card slot. Insert a Secure Digital™
card, MultiMediaCard, or a Memory Stick card into this slot.
13. Smart card slot. Insert a Smart card into this slot.
14. CompactFlash® / Microdrive™ card slot. Insert a CompactFlash® / Microdrive™ card
into this slot.

ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ASUS CG Series 1-3
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
Rear panel
CG7435
Click the number to view its corresponding description.
2
5
5
1
15
16
13
14
18
17
19
14
7 8 9
10 11 12
20
3
4
6
21
5
22
17
1. PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse.
2. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.
3. Clr CMOS button. Press this button to clear the setup information when the system
hangs due to overclocking.
4. USB 3.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB 3.0
devices.
5. USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0
devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
6. Power eSATA port. This port connects to Serial ATA (SATA) devices such as hard disk
and optical disk drives.
7. Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects to the side speakers in an 8-channel
audio conguration.

1-4 Chapter 1: Getting started
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for your
computer.
8. Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects to the rear speakers in a 4, 6, and
8-channel audio conguration.
9. Center/Subwoofer port (orange). This port connects to the center/subwoofer
speakers.
10. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone.
11. Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or speaker. In a 4, 6, or
8-channel conguration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.
12. Line In port (light blue). This port connects to a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio
sources.
Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel conguration
Port Headset
2-channel 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel
Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In
Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In
Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer
Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out
Gray – – – Side Speaker Out
Refer to the audio conguration table below for the function of the audio ports in a 2, 4, 6,
or 8-channel conguration.
13. DVI-I ports. These ports connect to a TV or monitor with a different video output.
14. Expansion slot brackets. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an
expansion card.
15. Power connector. Plug the power cord to this connector.
18. DisplayPorts. These ports connect to a display monitor.
19. HDMI ports. These ports connect to an HDMI monitor or other HDMI-compatible
devices.
Rating: 100-240V~, 60Hz/50Hz, 10A-5A
16. Power switch. Switch to turn ON/OFF the power supply to your computer.
17. Air vents. These vents allow air ventilation.

ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ASUS CG Series 1-5
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
20. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN)
through a network hub.
LAN port LED indications
Activity/Link LED Speed LED
Status Description Status Description
OFF No link OFF 10Mbps connection
ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection
BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection LAN port
SPEED
LED
ACT/LINK
LED
21. IEEE 1394a port. This port connects to an IEEE 1394 device such as a digital
camcorder.
22. Optical S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio output device via an
optical S/PDIF cable.
Click the number to view its corresponding description.
CG8490
2
5
1
14
15
12
13
17
16
18
13
19
3
421
20
22
16
5
6 7 8
9 10 11

1-6 Chapter 1: Getting started
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
12. DVI-I ports. These ports connect to a TV or monitor with a different video output.
13. Expansion slot brackets. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an
expansion card.
14. Power connector. Plug the power cord to this connector.
1. PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse.
2. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard.
3. Clr CMOS button. Press this button to clear the setup information when the system
hangs due to overclocking.
4. USB 3.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB 3.0
devices.
5. USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0
devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
6. Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects to the side speakers in an 8-channel
audio conguration.
7. Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects to the rear speakers in a 4, 6, and
8-channel audio conguration.
8. Center/Subwoofer port (orange). This port connects to the center/subwoofer
speakers.
9. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone.
10. Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or speaker. In a 4, 6, or
8-channel conguration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.
11. Line In port (light blue). This port connects to a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio
sources.
Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel conguration
Port Headset
2-channel 4-channel 6-channel 8-channel
Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In
Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In
Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer
Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out
Gray – – – Side Speaker Out
Refer to the audio conguration table below for the function of the audio ports in a 2, 4, 6,
or 8-channel conguration.
Rating: 100-240V~, 60Hz/50Hz, 10A-5A
15. Power switch. Switch to turn ON/OFF the power supply to your computer.

ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ASUS CG Series 1-7
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
16. Air vents. These vents allow air ventilation.
DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for your
computer.
17. DisplayPorts. These ports connect to a display monitor.
18. HDMI ports. These ports connect to an HDMI monitor or other HDMI-compatible
devices.
19. LAN (RJ-45) port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN)
through a network hub.
LAN port LED indications
Activity/Link LED Speed LED
Status Description Status Description
OFF No link OFF 10Mbps connection
ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection
BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection LAN port
SPEED
LED
ACT/LINK
LED
20. IEEE 1394a port. This port connects to an IEEE 1394 device such as a digital
camcorder.
21. Optical S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio output device via an
optical S/PDIF cable.
22. Coaxial S/PDIF Out port. This port connects an external audio output device via a
coaxial cable.

1-8 Chapter 1: Getting started
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
Setting up your computer
This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external
monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your computer.
Connecting an external monitor
Using the ASUS Graphics Card
Connect your monitor to a display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card.
To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card:
1. Using a DVI-to-VGA adapter, connect a monitor to a display output port on the ASUS
Graphics Card.
2. Plug the monitor to a power source.
The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models.

ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ASUS CG Series 1-9
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
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.
C

1-10 Chapter 1: Getting started
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
Turning your computer ON/OFF
This section describes how to turn on/off your computer after setting up your computer.
Turning your computer ON
To turn your computer ON:
1. Turn your monitor ON.
2. Turn the power switch ON, then lightly touch the power sensor to turn on your
computer..
Turning your computer OFF
To turn your computer OFF:
1. Close all running applications.
2. Click on the Windows®desktop.
3. Click to shut down the operating system.
4. Turn the power switch OFF.
Power
sensor
3. Wait until the operating system loads automatically.
OFF
ON