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ASUS Desktop PC User Guide D700SE D500SE S700SE S500SE S700SEC S500SEC M700SE M500SE D700SE_CZ D500SEES D700SEC D500SE_CZ D700SEES D500SEC...
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Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.
Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS................52 Configuring the HDD security setting using the BIOS ............53 Chapter 4 Connecting to the Internet Wired connection ...........................55 Installing the Wi-Fi antenna ......................59 Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ASUS Business Manager ......................61 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ..........................63...
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Appendix Working with Windows® Starting for the first time ......................71 Start menu ............................71 Windows® apps ..........................72 Connecting to wireless networks .....................72 Connecting to wired networks ....................73 Turning your computer off ......................73 Putting your computer to the Off mode with fast startup enabled ......73 Putting your computer to the lowest power mode ............74 Putting your computer to sleep ....................74...
Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components, as well as the packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for the detailed recycling information in different regions.
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The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
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IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference- causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
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VCCI: Japan Compliance Statement VCCI Class B Statement This is a Class B product based on the standard of the VCCI Council. If this is used near a radio or television receiver, it may cause radio interference. Install and use equipment according to the instruction manual.
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ASUSTek Computer Inc. hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. Full text of EU declaration of conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. The Wi-Fi operating in the band 5150-5350MHz shall be restricted to indoor use for countries listed...
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CE RED RF Output table Intel® AX211NGW a. Low power indoor (LPI) Wi-Fi 6E devices: The device is restricted to indoor use only when operating in the 5945 to 6425 MHz frequency ranges in Belgium (BE), Bulgaria (BG), Cyprus (CY), Czech Republic (CZ), Estonia (EE), France (FR), Iceland (IS), Ireland (IE), Lithuania (LT), Germany (DE), Netherlands (NL), Spain (ES).
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The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/1206). Full text of UKCA declaration of conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. The Wi-Fi operating in the band 5150-5350MHz shall be restricted to indoor use for the country...
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Optical Drive Safety Information Laser Safety Information CD-ROM Drive Safety Warning CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT WARNING! To prevent exposure to the optical drive’s laser, do not attempt to disassemble or repair the optical drive by yourself. For your safety, contact a professional technician for assistance.
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.
Hazardous moving parts. Desktop should be completely shutdown before servicing product. Replacing fan components should only be attempted by qualified service personnel. Hazardous Moving Parts Warning WARNING: Keep fingers and other body parts away from any moving parts. CAUTION: DO NOT loosen the thumb screws to access the internal area of your device. If service or repair is required, return your device to an authorized service center.
Technical Support Engineer. Tutorial Tool-less: D700SE/D500SE is tool-less design. You can disassemble the chassis by removing knurled thumb screws by hand, and replace hard disc drive and optical disc drive easily. After replacement, please assemble D700SE/D500SE back to the original state. For more replacement and assembly information, please refer link as below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1KH_hYfbIOo...
Mouse x1 (Optional) Power cord x1 Support DVD x1 (Optional) Recovery DVD x1 (Optional) ASUS mouse pad x 1 (Optional) Installation Guide x1 Warranty card x1 • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
The ASUS 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. • The Desktop PC does not support Windows 7 operating system.
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D700SE / S700SE / S700SEC / M700SE / D700SE_CZ / D700SEC / D700SEES Front panel Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer. HDD indicator. The LED lights up or blinks to indicate the status of the HDD.
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Optical disk drive indicator. The LED lights up or blinks to indicate the status of the ODD. Optical disk drive eject button. Press this button to eject the optical disk drive tray. 5.25 inch optical disk drive bay. There is an optical disk drive in this bay. ASUS Desktop PC...
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D700SE / S700SE / S700SEC / M700SE / D700SE_CZ / D700SEC / D700SEES Rear panel PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse. PS/2 keyboard port (purple). This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. DisplayPorts. These ports are for DisplayPort-compatible devices.
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LAN port LED indications ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED Activity/Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description No link 10Mbps connection ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection LAN port BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection ASUS Desktop PC...
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Serial port (optional). This 9-pin COM port is for pointing devices or other serial devices. Air vents. These vents allow air ventilation. DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for your computer. Chapter 1: Getting started...
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Line In port (light blue). This port connects to a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in the 2, 4, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration. ASUS Desktop PC...
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Audio 2, 4, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration Headset Port 4-channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channel 2-channel Light Blue (Rear panel) Line In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Lime (Rear panel) Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink (Rear panel) Mic In Mic In...
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Serial port (optional). This 9-pin COM port is for pointing devices or other serial devices. Air vents. These vents allow air ventilation. DO NOT block the air vents on the chassis. Always provide proper ventilation for your computer. ASUS Desktop PC...
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Installing memory in your computer (Optional) This desktop PC comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR4 DIMM sockets. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 DIMM_B2 Channel Sockets...
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Installing memory in your computer To install memory in your computer: Turn off your computer. Unplug all cables from your computer. Open your computer case. Remove the graphics card. Locate an empty DIMM socket. Press down and outward on the DIMM ejector(s) to unlock the DIMM socket. START RESET START...
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DIMM into the socket until the ejector(s) snap(s) back into place. START RESET START RESET Install the graphics card. Close your computer case. The above pictures are for reference only. The inner structure of the desktop PC may vary. ASUS Desktop PC...
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Installing a graphics card in your computer To install a graphics card in your computer: Turn off your computer. Unplug all cables from your computer. Open your computer case and locate PCIEX16_1 slot if you are installing the first or the primary graphics card.
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Use a screw driver and a screw to lock the graphics card on the chassis. (Optional) Connect a proper power supply plug to the graphics card. ASUS Desktop PC...
To connect an external monitor using the onboard display output ports: Connect a monitor to a display output port on the rear panel of your computer. Plug the monitor to a power source. D700SE / S700SE / S700SEC / M700SE / D700SE_CZ / D700SEC / D700SEES Chapter 1: Getting started...
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D500SE / S500SE / S500SEC / M500SE / D500SEES / D500SE_CZ / D500SEC • If your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the primary display device in the BIOS. Hence, connect your monitor to a display output port on the graphics card.
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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. D700SE / S700SE / S700SEC / M700SE / D700SE_CZ / D700SEC / D700SEES...
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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. D700SE / S700SE / S700SEC / M700SE / D700SE_CZ / D700SEC / D700SEES D500SE / S500SE / S500SEC / M500SE / D500SEES / D500SE_CZ / D500SEC For safety purposes, ONLY connect the power cord to a grounded electrical outlet.
To turn your computer ON: Turn your monitor ON. Press the power button on your computer. D700SE / S700SE / S700SEC / M700SE / D700SE_CZ / D700SEC / D700SEES Power button D500SE / S500SE / S500SEC / M500SE / D500SEES / D500SE_CZ / D500SEC Power button Wait until the operating system loads automatically.
Sound > Power Options > Choose what the power button does, click Change settings that are currently unavailable, check Turn on fast startup (recommended) and click Save changes. If fast startup is disabled, when you shut down the computer, it shuts down to the S5 power state. ASUS Desktop PC...
Rear panel D700SE / S700SE / S700SEC / M700SE / D700SE_CZ / D700SEC / D700SEES D500SE / S500SE / S500SEC / M500SE / D500SEES / D500SE_CZ / D500SEC Connecting microphone and speakers This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on both the front and rear panels.
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Connecting Headphone and Mic D700SE / S700SE / S700SEC / M700SE / D700SE_CZ / D700SEC / D700SEES ASUS Desktop PC...
Changing to the external audio output When you connect an external audio device to your Desktop PC, enable the audio device output to ensure a clear audio quality. To change to the external audio output: Connect an external audio device such as earphone or speaker to the rear Line Out port. The Audio Manager screen automatically pops up.
Refer to the Setting up your computer section in Chapter 1 for details on how to connect a monitor to your computer. D700SE / S700SE / S700SEC / M700SE / D700SE_CZ / D700SEC / D700SEES D500SE / S500SE / S500SEC / M500SE / D500SEES / D500SE_CZ / D500SEC Turn on your computer.
• To get the best display performance, ensure that your HDMI™ cable is less than 15 meters. D700SE / S700SE / S700SEC / M700SE / D700SE_CZ / D700SEC / D700SEES D500SE / S500SE / S500SEC / M500SE / D500SEES / D500SE_CZ / D500SEC...
• Use your Desktop PC in a comfortably-lit area, and keep it away from sources of glare such as windows and straight sunlight. • Take regular mini-breaks from using your Desktop PC. ASUS Desktop PC...
To prevent data loss, use “Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media” in the Windows® notification area before removing the memory card. D700SE / S700SE / S700SEC / M700SE / D500SE / S500SE / S500SEC / M500SE / D700SE_CZ / D700SEC / D700SEES...
Using the optical drive (on selected models only) D700SE / S700SE / S700SEC / M700SE / D500SE / S500SE / S500SEC / M500SE / D500SEES / D500SE_CZ / D500SEC D700SE_CZ / D700SEC / D700SEES Inserting an optical disc To insert an optical disc: While your system is on, press the eject button on the drive bay cover to open the tray.
Configuring the USB ports using the BIOS You can enable or disable the front and rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C®, USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.2 Gen 2, and USB 2.0 ports from the BIOS Setup. To disable or enable the front and rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C®, USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.2 Gen 2, and USB 2.0 ports: Press <Delete>...
To clear the user password, follow the same steps as in changing a user password, but press <Enter> when prompted to create/confirm the password. After you clear the password, the Set User Password item on top of the screen shows Not Installed. ASUS Desktop PC...
Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to a DSL/cable modem. D700SE / S700SE / S700SEC / M700SE / D700SE_CZ / D700SEC / D700SEES Modem...
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Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the rear panel of your computer and the other end to your LAN. D700SE / S700SE / S700SEC / M700SE / D700SE_CZ / D700SEC / D700SEES RJ-45 cable...
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> Network & Internet > Ethernet > Network and Sharing Center. From the Open Network and Sharing Center screen, click Change Adapter settings. Right-click on your LAN and select Properties. Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) and click Properties. ASUS Desktop PC...
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Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. Continue to the next steps if you are using PPPoE connection. Return to the Network and Sharing Center and then click Set up a new connection or network. Select Connect to the Internet and click Next.
Enter the IP address, Subnet mask and Gateway from your service provider. If needed, enter the preferred DNS Server address and alternative address. When done, click OK. Installing the Wi-Fi antenna D700SE / S700SE / S700SEC / M700SE / D700SE_CZ / D700SEC / D700SEES ASUS Desktop PC...
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D500SE / S500SE / S500SEC / M500SE / D500SEES / D500SE_CZ / D500SEC • Ensure that the ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports on the ASUS network card. • Ensure that the antenna is at least 20 cm away from all persons.
Chapter 5 Using ASUS Business Manager ASUS Business Manager ASUS Manager provides a set of tools for customizing and maintaining your ASUS computer. For detailed information, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1042634/. The URL may be changed without notice. ASUS Desktop PC...
If the keyboard is not responding, press and hold the Power button on your chassis until the computer shuts down. Then press the Power button to turn it on. I cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only)? •...
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The arrow keys on the number key pad are not working. Check if the Number Lock LED is off. When the Number Lock LED is on, the keys on the number key pad are used to input numbers only. Press the Number Lock key to turn the LED off if you want to use the arrow keys on the number key pad.
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Check if the disc is centered in the tray, especially for the discs with non-standard size or shape. • Check if the disc is scratched or damaged. The DVD drive eject button is not responding. From the Start menu, click File Explorer. , then click Eject from the menu Right-click ASUS Desktop PC...
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• Ensure that the power cord is properly Your computer’s power cord connected. is not properly connected. • Use other compatible power cord. PSU (Power supply unit) Contact the ASUS Service Center about problems installing another PSU on your computer. Display Problem Possible Cause Action •...
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Ensure the LAN LED is on. If not, try LAN cable problems another LAN cable. If it still does not work, contact the ASUS service center. Your computer is not Ensure that your computer is properly Cannot access the properly connected to a connected to a router or hub.
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• Remove the extra memory modules Memory module problems The system often that you have installed, then try again. hangs or freezes. • Contact the ASUS Service Center for assistance. There is not enough Move your computer to an area with air ventilation for your better air flow.
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• Contact the ASUS Service Center for assistance. If the problem still persists, refer to your Desktop PC’s warranty card and contact the ASUS Service Center. Visit the ASUS Support site at https://www.asus.com/support/ for the service center information.
Launching the Start menu You can launch the Start menu in two ways: • Position your mouse pointer over the Start icon on your desktop then click it. • Press the Windows® logo key on your keyboard. ASUS Desktop PC...
Opening programs from the Start menu One of the most common uses of the Start menu is opening programs installed on your Computer. You can open programs in two ways: • Position your mouse pointer over the program then click to launch it. •...
Shut Down Windows. Select Shut down from the drop- down list then select OK. If your computer is unresponsive, press and hold the power button for at least four (4) seconds until your computer turns off. ASUS Desktop PC...
Putting your computer to the lowest power mode You can put your computer to the lowest power mode in the following way: Enter Control Panel in the search bar and open it (View by: Category), select Hardware and Sound > Power Options > Choose what the power button does, click Change settings that are currently unavailable, uncheck Turn on fast startup (recommended) and click Save changes.