ASUS Gaming Desktop PCROG G20AJUser Guide

10Conventions used in this guideTo ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.Wher

11Package contents• Ifanyoftheaboveitemsisdamagedormissing,contactyourretailer.• Theillustrateditemsaboveareforreferenceonly.Ac

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Welcome!Thank you for purchasing the ASUS Desktop PC! The ASUS Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance, uncompromised reliability, and user-centr

FrontPower button. Press this button to turn on your computer.Optical disk drive bay. There is an optical disk drive in this bay.Optical disk drive ej

RearUSB 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 other

Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configurationPort Headset 2.1-channel 4.1-channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channelLight Blue (Rear panel) Line In Rear Spe

ASUS Graphics Cards. The display output ports on these optional ASUS Graphics Cards may vary with different models.HDMI port. This port is for a High-D

Setting up your computerThis section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power

3. Wait until the operating system loads automatically.For details on shutting down your Desktop PC, refer to the Windows® 7 / Windows® 8.1 User Manu

2Copyright © 2014 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reprod

20 Chapter 1: Getting startedENGLISHENGLISH

Connecting a USB storage deviceThis desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 and USB 3.0 ports on the front and rear panels. The USB ports allow you to connect

Connecting Headphone and MicConnecting microphone and speakersThis desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on both the front and rear

Connecting 4.1-channel SpeakersConnecting 5.1-channel SpeakersASUS G20AJ 23ENGLISHENGLISH

Connecting 7.1-channel Speakers24 Chapter 2: Connecting devices to your computerENGLISHENGLISH

Connecting multiple external displaysYour desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you to connect multiple external displays. When

Connecting an HDTVConnect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your computer. • YouneedanHDMIcabletoconnecttheHDTVandthecomputer

ASUS G20AJ 27ENGLISHENGLISHChapter 3Using your computerProper posture when using your Desktop PCWhen using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper pos

Using the optical driveInserting an optical discTo insert an optical disc:1. While your system is on, press the eject button to open the tray.2. Pla

Wired connectionUse an RJ-45 cable to connect your computer to a DSL/cable modem or a local area network (LAN).Connecting via a DSL/cable modemTo conn

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Connecting via a local area network (LAN)To connect via a LAN:1. Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the rear panel of your

Wi-Fi connection (on selected models only)Connect your computer to the Internet through a wireless connection.To establish a wireless connection, you

32 Chapter 4: Connecting to the InternetENGLISHENGLISH

ASUS G20AJ 33ENGLISHENGLISHChapter 5TroubleshootingTroubleshootingThis chapter presents some problems you might encounter and the possible solutions.

34 Chapter 5: TroubleshootingENGLISHENGLISH?The arrow keys on the number key pad are not working. Check if the Number Lock LED is off. When the Numbe

ASUS G20AJ 35ENGLISHENGLISH?I want to restore or undo changes to my computer’s system settings without affecting my personal files or data. On Windows®

36 Chapter 5: TroubleshootingENGLISHENGLISH?My speakers produce no sound. • EnsurethatyouconnectyourspeakerstotheLineoutport(lime)onthe

ASUS G20AJ 37ENGLISHENGLISHPowerProblem Possible Cause ActionNo power (The power indicator is off)Incorrect power voltage•Setyourcomputer’spower

38 Chapter 5: TroubleshootingENGLISHENGLISHDisplayProblem Possible Cause ActionNo display output after turning the computer on (Black screen)The signa

ASUS G20AJ 39ENGLISHENGLISHAudioProblem Possible Cause ActionNo AudioSpeaker or headphone is connected to the wrong port.•Refertoyourcomputer’s

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40 Chapter 5: TroubleshootingENGLISHENGLISHCPUProblem Possible Cause ActionToo noisy right after turning on the computer.Your computer is booting up.I

ASUS Desktop PCWindows® 8.1User ManualE8607 First Edition August 2013 Copyright © ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights ReservedAppendixWindows® 8.1 User

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ASUS Desktop PC 43ENGLISHENGLISHStarting for the first timeWhen you start your computer for the first time, a series of screens appear to guide you in c

44 Windows® 8.1 User ManualENGLISHENGLISHUsing the Windows® UIThe Windows® User Interface (UI) is the tile-based display used in Windows® 8.1. It incl

ASUS Desktop PC 45ENGLISHENGLISHHotspotsOnscreen hotspots allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your Desktop PC. The functions in th

46 Windows® 8.1 User ManualENGLISHENGLISHHotspot Actionupper left corner Hover your mouse pointer then click on the recent app’s thumbnail to go back

ASUS Desktop PC 47ENGLISHENGLISHWorking with Windows® appsUse your Desktop PC’s keyboard or mouse to launch and customize your apps.Launching apps• P

48 Windows® 8.1 User ManualENGLISHENGLISHAccessing the All Apps screenFrom the All Apps screen, you can configure an apps settings or pin an app to the

ASUS Desktop PC 49ENGLISHENGLISHCharms barThe Charms bar is a toolbar that can be triggered on the right side of your screen. It consists of several t

5Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback ServicesASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our env

50 Windows® 8.1 User ManualENGLISHENGLISHInside the Charms barSearch This charm allows you to look for files, applications, or programs in your Desktop

ASUS Desktop PC 51ENGLISHENGLISHSnap featureThe Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps.Ensure that y

52 Windows® 8.1 User ManualENGLISHENGLISHOther keyboard shortcutsUsing your keyboard, you can also use the following shortcuts to help you launch appl

ASUS Desktop PC 53ENGLISHENGLISH+<+>Launches the magnifier and zooms in your screen.+<->Zooms out your screen.+<Enter>Opens the

54 Windows® 8.1 User ManualENGLISHENGLISHEntering the BIOS SetupBIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that are needed f

ASUS Desktop PC 55ENGLISHENGLISHRecovering your systemResetting your PCThe Reset your PC option restores your PC to its factory default settings.Back

56 Windows® 8.1 User ManualENGLISHENGLISH5. Select the USB storage device where you want to copy the recovery files.6. Click Next.7. Click Create. W

ASUS Desktop PC 57ENGLISHENGLISHRemoving everything and reinstalling WindowsRestoring your PC to its original factory settings can be done using the R

58 Windows® 8.1 User ManualENGLISHENGLISHASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Telephon

6IC: Canadian Compliance StatementComplies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Thi

7VCCI: Japan Compliance StatementVCCI Class B StatementThis is a Class B product based on the standard of the VCCI Council. If this is used near a rad

8BSMI: Taiwan Wireless StatementJapan RF Equipment StatementKC (RF Equipment)ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agenc

9Safety informationDisconnect the AC power and peripherals before cleaning. Wipe the Desktop PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampen