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Warranty Statement, up to the listed contract price of each product. ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you for loss, damages or claims based in contract, tort or infringement under this Warranty Statement.
Adapter..........................11 DC Fan Warning ....................... 11 Package contents ......................12 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your ASUS All-in-One PC ............13 Front view .......................... 13 Rear view ........................... 15 Side view ..........................18 Chapter 2: Using your ASUS All-in-One PC Assembling the base ....................21...
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Setting up a Wi-Fi connection in Windows 8.1 ........... 48 Configuring your Wi-Fi bandwidth ................49 Wired connection ......................50 Turning your ASUS All-in-One PC off ..............52 Chapter 4: Recovering your system Entering the BIOS Setup ..................53 Quickly enter the BIOS ....................53 Recovering your system ..................54...
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CE marking for devices with wireless LAN/ Bluetooth ........66 REACH ..........................68 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ....68 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ................68 Coating Notice ......................... 69 Prevention of Hearing Loss ..................69 ENERGY STAR complied product ................70 ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 5...
About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your ASUS All-in-One PC, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your ASUS All- in-One PC. Chapter 2: Using your ASUS All-in-One PC This chapter provides you with information on using your ASUS All-in-One PC.
Typography Bold =This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected. Italic = This indicates sections that you can refer to in this manual. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 7 7/24/2014 2:35:17 PM...
= (optional) Use the wired/wireless keyboard. All illustrations and screenshots in this manual are for reference only. Actual product specifications and software screen images may vary with territories. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest information. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 8...
Safety information Your All-in-One ASUS All-in-One PC is designed and tested to meet the latest standards of safety for information technology equipment. However, to ensure your safety, it is important that you read the following safety instructions. Setting up your system •...
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Liquid has been spilled into the system. The system does not function properly even if you follow the operating instructions. The system was dropped or the cabinet is damaged. The system performance changes. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 10 7/24/2014 2:35:17 PM...
DC Fan Warning Please note that the DC fan is a moving part and can cause harm when used improperly. Keep away from the fan when using the product. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 11 7/24/2014 2:35:17 PM...
Keyboard (optional) Mouse (optional) Quick Start Guide NOTES: • If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. • The keyboard, mouse, and power supply illustrations are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with territories. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 12 7/24/2014 2:35:17 PM...
Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your ASUS All-in- One PC Front view buttons on the bottom panel of the AiO Camera The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your ASUS All-in-One PC. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 13...
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The LCD display panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files. Power indicator This LED power indicator lights up when the ASUS All-in-One PC is turned on or on sleep mode. Hard Disk Drive (HDD) indicator This LED indicates hard disk drive activity.
Rear view ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 15 7/24/2014 2:35:18 PM...
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The bundled power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the ASUS All-in-One PC. To prevent damage to the ASUS All-in-One PC, always use the bundled power adapter.
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This compartment secures the RAM (random-access memory) module of your All-in-One PC. IMPORTANT! For more information on how to add or upgrade the RAM module, refer to the Installing a Random-access Memory module section. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 17 7/24/2014 2:35:19 PM...
Side view Left side view Right side view Memory card reader This ASUS All-in-One PC has a built-in memory card reader slot that supports MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC cards. USB 3.0 ports These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB 3.0 devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner,...
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AI Charger II LED indicator This LED lights up when the AI Charger II port is in use. Headphone output port This port allows you to connect your ASUS All-in-One PC to amplified speakers or headphones. Microphone input combo port This port allows you to connect your ASUS All-in-One PC to an external microphone.
Chapter 2: Using your ASUS All-in-One PC Assembling the base Place the ASUS All-in-One PC on a flat and stable surface such as a table or desk. Align and attach the base to the stand. Ensure that the stand is fitted firmly and aligned properly to the base.
Positioning your ASUS All-in-One Place your ASUS All-in-One PC on a flat surface such as a table or desk. Tilt the display to an angle between -5 to 25 IMPORTANT! Avoid adjusting the display to an angle beyond the recommended values or you may risk damaging the ASUS All-in-One PC.
Connect the keyboard and the mouse to the USB ports on the rear. NOTE: To fully maximize your AiO PC’s AI Charger II feature, use the lower USB 3.0 port to charge smart devices or MP3 players on the side panel. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 23 7/24/2014 2:35:20 PM...
20 cm away from other wireless hardware to avoid interference. • The illustrations above are for reference only. Actual hardware and specifications of the optional wired or wireless keyboard and mouse may vary. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 24 7/24/2014 2:35:20 PM...
WARNING! DO NOT connect the AC power cord to an AC outlet prior to connecting the DC plug to the system. Doing so may damage the AC-DC adapter. NOTE: For details on turning off your ASUS All-in-One PC, refer to the section Turning your ASUS All-in-One PC off in Working with Windows® 8.1.
Windows® 8.1 operating system. To start your ASUS All-in-One PC for the first time: Press the power button on your ASUS All-in-One PC. Wait for a few minutes until the setup screen appears.
Windows® apps from the Start screen. It also includes the following features that you can use while working on your ASUS All-in-One PC. Start screen The Start screen appears after successfully signing in to your user account.
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Hotspots Onscreen hotspots allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your ASUS All-in-One PC. The functions in these hotspots can be activated using your mouse. Hotspots on a running app Hotspots on the Start screen ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 29...
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Start screen. From the Start screen: Hover your mouse pointer on the lower left corner then tap/click to go back to that app. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 30 7/24/2014 2:35:21 PM...
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Snap feature under Working with Windows® apps. upper or lower right Hover your mouse pointer on the upper or corner lower right corner to launch the Charms bar. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 31 7/24/2014 2:35:21 PM...
Start screen. Hover your mouse pointer over the left corner of your Start screen or any opened app to call out the Start button. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 32 7/24/2014 2:35:21 PM...
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Windows® 8.1 when you right-click on the Start button. The context menu also includes the following shut down options for your ASUS All-in-One PC: sign out, sleep, shut down, restart. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 33...
Click Properties then select the Navigation tab to tick the Navigation and Start screen options you want to use. Tap/click Apply to save the new settings then exit. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 34 7/24/2014 2:35:22 PM...
® Working with Windows apps Use your ASUS All-in-One PC’s touch screen panel or optional keyboard and mouse to launch, customize, and close apps. Launching apps Position your mouse pointer over the app then left- click or tap once to launch it.
Double-click on the app then drag and drop the app to a new location. Resizing apps Right-click on the app to activate the Customize bar, then click and select an app tile size. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 36 7/24/2014 2:35:22 PM...
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Drag then drop the app to the bottom of the screen to close it. From the running app’s screen, press ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 37 7/24/2014 2:35:22 PM...
Launching the Apps screen Launch the Apps screen using the following options: On the Start screen, click the button. From the Star t screen, Press then press ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 38 7/24/2014 2:35:23 PM...
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Launch the All Apps screen Right-click on the apps that you want to add on the Start screen. Click on the icon to pin the selected apps on the Start screen. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 39 7/24/2014 2:35:23 PM...
It consists of several tools that allow you to share applications and provide quick access for customizing the settings of your ASUS All-in-One PC. Charms bar ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 40 7/24/2014 2:35:23 PM...
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Devices This charm allows you to access and share files with the devices attached to your ASUS All-in-One PC such as an external display or printer. Settings This charm allows you to access the PC settings of your ASUS All-in-One PC.
Snap feature The Snap feature displays two apps side-by-side, allowing you to work or switch between apps. Snap bar ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 42 7/24/2014 2:35:23 PM...
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Launch another app. This app is automatically placed in the empty pane. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 43 7/24/2014 2:35:23 PM...
Windows® 8.1. Switches between the Start screen and the last running app Launches the desktop Launches the This ASUS All-in-One PC window on Desktop mode Opens the File option from the Search charm Opens the Share charm...
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Opens the Settings option under the Search charm Opens the context menu of the Start button Launches the magnifier icon and zooms in your screen Zooms out your screen Opens the Narrator Settings ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 45 7/24/2014 2:35:24 PM...
HDMI-output port If you want to use a high-definition TV as an audio output device, connect it to the Home Theater ASUS All-in-One PC and follow the steps below to configure the audio settings. To configure the audio output via an HDMI device: From the Start screen, launch the Desktop Mode.
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Select Stereo and click Next. Tick the Front left and right option, and click Next. Click Finish to exit the speaker setup. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 47 7/24/2014 2:35:24 PM...
Connecting to the Internet Access emails, surf the Internet, and share applications via social networking sites on or from your ASUS All-in-One PC using wireless/Wi- Fi or wired connection. ® Setting up a Wi-Fi connection in Windows Launch the Charm bar from the Start screen or from any application mode.
In the Advanced tab, select Bandwidth Capability under the Property option then select your preferred bandwidth setting by clicking on the drop-down box below Value. Click OK to save and exit. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 49 7/24/2014 2:35:24 PM...
Wired connection Use a network (RJ-45) cable to connect your ASUS All-in-One PC to a DSL/cable modem or a local area network (LAN). Turn on your computer. Configure the necessary Internet connection settings. NOTES: • For more details, refer to the sections Configuring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection or Configuring a static IP network connection.
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Click Use the following IP address. 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. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 51 7/24/2014 2:35:24 PM...
Turning your ASUS All-in-One PC Do either of the following to shut down your ASUS All-in-One PC: • Tap/click from the Charms bar then tap/click > Shut down to do a normal shutdown. • If your ASUS All-in-One PC is unresponsive, press and hold the power button for at least four (4) seconds until your ASUS All- in-One PC turns off.
Press the power button to turn on your ASUS All-in-One PC then press <F2> or <Del> during POST. NOTE: POST (Power-On Self-Test) is a series of software controlled diagnostic tests that run when you turn on your ASUS All-in-One PC. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 53 7/24/2014 2:35:24 PM...
Quickly enter the BIOS in Chapter 3. From the screen, click Troubleshoot. Select Reset your PC. Click Next. Select Only the drive where the Windows is installed. Select Just remove my files. Click Reset. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 54 7/24/2014 2:35:24 PM...
Select the USB storage device where you want to copy the recovery files. Click Next. Click Create. Wait for a while for the process to complete. When the process is completed, click Finish. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 55 7/24/2014 2:35:24 PM...
Click Settings > Change PC Settings > General. Scroll down to view the Remove everything and reinstall Windows option. Under this option, click Get Started. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the reinstallation and reset process. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 56 7/24/2014 2:35:25 PM...
Chapter 5: Upgrading your ASUS All-in-One PC Installing a Random-access Memory module Upgrade the memory capacity of your ASUS All-in-One PC by installing a RAM (random-access memory module) in the memory module compartment. WARNING! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before removing the compartment cover.
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To install a RAM module: Loosen the screw of the ASUS All-in-One PC’s compartment cover. Pull out the compartment cover and remove it completely from your ASUS All-in-One PC. Set aside. Remove the metal cover then set aside. compartment cover...
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Ensure that the RAM module is seated securely in place. The side notches of the RAM module should be firmly fixed in place. Replace the metal cover. Replace the compartment cover. angle notches ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 59 7/24/2014 2:35:25 PM...
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Secure the compartment cover using the screw that you removed earlier in step 1. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 60 7/24/2014 2:35:25 PM...
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/w technician for help. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 61 7/24/2014 2:35:25 PM...
CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the guarantee of this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 62 7/24/2014 2:35:25 PM...
210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) this device may not cause interference, and 2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 63 7/24/2014 2:35:25 PM...
(PBDEs) in concentrations exceeding 0.1 % by weight in homogenous materials and 0.01 % by weight in homogenous materials for cadmium, except for the exemptions listed in Schedule-II of the Rule. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 64 7/24/2014 2:35:25 PM...
Radio test suites according to [EN 300 328-2] Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14 Europe ETSI2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13 ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 65 7/24/2014 2:35:25 PM...
This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 1999/5/ EC of the European Parliament and Commission from 9 March, 1999 governing Radio and Telecommunications Equipment and mutual recognition of conformity. is for class II device. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 66 7/24/2014 2:35:25 PM...
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DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. 請勿將電池當作一般垃圾丟棄。這個標誌表示電池不應視為一般 垃圾丟棄。 ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 67 7/24/2014 2:35:26 PM...
REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we publish the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http:// csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of ASUS product is in line with global environmental regulations.
I/O ports are located. Prevention of Hearing Loss To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. ASUS All-in-One PC ET1801I E9540_ET1801I User Guide.indd 69 7/24/2014 2:35:26 PM...
U.S. Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default.