Detailed instructions for use are in the User's Guide.
[. . . ] ASUS Desktop PC
G50AB User Manual
E8217 First Edition March 2013
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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. [. . . ] The audio I/O ports located on the rear panel allow you to connect 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers. English English
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Connecting Headphone and Mic
Connecting 2-channel Speakers
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Connecting 4-channel Speakers
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Connecting 6-channel Speakers
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Connecting 8-channel Speakers
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Connecting the Phoebus Box (with a Phoebus Sound card)
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Mic in
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HP out Box link
Line in
Front
Ctr / Sbw
Rear
Side / SPDIF out
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Item Microphone In Port Headphone Port Box Link Port
Description Connect the microphone’s 3. 5mm plug from the Phoebus Control Box into this Mic-In port for voice communication, recording or karaoke. The headphone port has a built-in high-quality amplifier to drive headphones. Connect Phoebus Control box directly to this port.
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Connecting the Phoebus Control Box with an external headphone and microphone
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Headphone Out Mic In
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2
No 1 2
Item Headphone Port Microphone In Port
Description Connect the headphone to the headphone port on the Phoebus Control box. Connect the microphone’s 3. 5mm plug to the Mic-In port on the Phoebus Control Box.
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Configuring the default audio device
1. Right-click the volume icon on the System Tray and click Playback devices. English
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To configure the default audio device:
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Click the Recording or Playback tab and right-click the audio device. Click Set as Default Communication Device.
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Connecting multiple external displays
Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you to connect multiple external displays. English English 1. 2.
40 When a graphics card is installed in your computer, connect the monitors on the output ports of the graphics card.
Setting up multiple displays
When using multiple monitors, you are allowed to set display modes. You can use the additional monitor as a duplicate of your main display, or as an extension to enlarge your Windows desktop. Connect the two monitors to your computer and connect the power cords to the monitors. Refer to Setting up your computer section in Chapter 1 for details on how to connect a monitor to your computer.
For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is set to be the primary display has display during POST. The dual display function works only under Windows.
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Turn on your computer.
From the Start screen
a) Launch the All Apps screen and pin Control Panel on the Start screen.
For details, refer to Pinning an app on the Start screen from the section Working with Windows® apps.
b) From the Control Panel, click Adjust screen resolution under Appearance and Personalization.
From the Desktop mode screen
a) Launch the Desktop mode from the Start screen. b) Right click anywhere on your Desktop mode screen. When the pop-up menu appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings. 5. Select the display mode from the Multiple displays: drop-down list. • Duplicate these displays: Select this option to use the additional monitor as a duplicate of your main display. • Extend these displays: Select this option to use the additional monitor as an extension display. • Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this option to show desktop only on monitor 1 or monitor 2.
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Click Apply or OK. Then click Keep Changes on the confirmation message.
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Do any of the following to open the Screen Resolution setting screen:
Connecting an HDTV
Connect a High Definition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your computer. English
42 • You need an HDMI cable to connect the HDTV and the computer. • To get the best display performance, ensure that your HDMI cable is less than 15 meters.
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Proper posture when using your Desktop PC
When using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper posture is necessary to prevent strain to your wrists, hands, and other joints or muscles. This section provides you with tips on avoiding physical discomfort and possible injury while using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC.
Eye level to the top of the monitor screen
Foot rest
90˚ angles
To maintain the proper posture: • • • • • • • • Position your computer chair to make sure that your elbows are at or slightly above the keyboard to get a comfortable typing position. [. . . ] U Contact the ASUS Service Center about installing another PSU on your computer. English
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Problem
Possible Cause
Action
Incorrect power voltage
No power (The power indicator is off)
Your computer is not turned on. PSU (Power supply unit) problems
Display
Problem No display output after turning the computer on (Black screen) Possible Cause The signal cable is not connected to the correct VGA port on your computer. Signal cable problems Action • onnect the signal cable to the C correct display port (onboard VGA or discrete VGA port). [. . . ]