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Asus Essentio CM6730 User Manual

Asus Essentio CM6730
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ASUS Essentio Desktop PC
CM6730
User Manual

Table of Contents

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Asus Essentio CM6730 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Tcase72.6 °C
Bus typeDMI
Processor cache6 MB
Processor cores4
Processor modeli5-2310
System bus rate5 GT/s
Processor familyIntel® Core™ i5
Processor seriesIntel Core i5-2300 Desktop Series
Processor socketLGA 1155 (Socket H2)
Processor codenameSandy Bridge
Processor frequency2.9 GHz
Processor cache typeSmart Cache
Processor lithography32 nm
Processor manufacturerIntel
Processor front side bus- MHz
PCI Express slots version2.0
Processor boost frequency3.2 GHz
Processor operating modes64-bit
ECC supported by processorNo
Thermal Design Power (TDP)95 W
Number of processors installed1
CPU multiplier (bus/core ratio)29
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes16
Memory types supported by processorDDR3 1066/1333
Memory bandwidth supported by processor (max)21 GB/s
Maximum internal memory supported by processor32 GB
Audio systemRealtek ALC892
Product typePC
Motherboard chipsetIntel® H61
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Memory slots2x DIMM
Internal memory6 GB
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory clock speed1333 MHz
Internal memory typeDDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory8 GB
Memory layout (slots x size)- GB
HDD size3.5 \
HDD speed7200 RPM
HDD interfaceSATA
Optical drive typeDVD Super Multi
Card reader integratedYes
Total storage capacity1000 GB
Compatible memory cardsMemory Stick (MS), MMC, MS PRO, SD, SDHC, xD
Networking featuresGigabit Ethernet
Graphics card familyNVIDIA
On-board graphics card ID0x102
Discrete graphics card modelNVIDIA® GeForce® GT 530
On-board graphics card modelIntel® HD Graphics 2000
Discrete graphics card memory1024 GB
On-board graphics card familyIntel® HD Graphics
On-board graphics card base frequency850 MHz
On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max)1100 MHz
Number of displays supported (on-board graphics)2
Operating system installedWindows 7 Home Premium
USB 2.0 ports quantity6
Firewire (IEEE 1394) ports0
Cabling technology10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Ethernet LAN data rates10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Chassis type-
Product colorBlack
Power supply300 W
Processor ARK ID53445
Processor package size37.5 x 37.5 mm
Supported instruction setsAVX
Intel Identity Protection Technology version1.00
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth420 mm
Width173 mm
Height410 mm
Weight11500 g

Summary

Chapter 1 Getting started

Welcome!

Introduction to the ASUS Essentio CM6730 Desktop PC and its features.

Getting to know your computer

Overview of the computer's hardware components and front/rear panel layout.

Setting up your computer

Step-by-step guide for connecting main hardware devices to the computer.

Turning your computer ON/OFF

Instructions for properly powering the computer on and off.

Chapter 6 Using the utilities

ASUS AI Suite II

Guide to ASUS's integrated utility software for system management, monitoring, and updates.

ASUS AI Manager

Utility for quick access to frequently-used applications and system information.

Nero 9

Instructions for installing and using Nero 9 for data burning, copying, and editing.

Recovering your system

Procedures for restoring the PC to its factory default settings using recovery partition or DVD.

Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement

Compliance information regarding FCC rules for digital device operation and potential interference.

Safety information

Conventions used in this guide

Where to find more information

Package contents

Chapter 2 Using Windows® 7

Starting for the first time

Initial setup and configuration of the Windows® 7 operating system during the first boot.

Restoring your system settings

How to use System Restore to revert system settings to an earlier state without affecting personal data.

Protecting your computer

Measures and utilities for enhancing system security, including Action Center and Windows Update.

Setting up a user account and password

Creating user accounts and setting passwords for computer security and personalization.

Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer

Connecting a USB storage device

Guide to connecting USB drives and other storage devices for data transfer.

Connecting microphone and speakers

Instructions for connecting audio input and output devices like microphones and speakers.

Connecting multiple external displays

Steps to connect and configure multiple monitors for extended or duplicated displays.

Connecting an HDTV

How to connect the PC to a High Definition Television using an HDMI port.

Chapter 4 Using your computer

Using the memory card reader

Instructions for using the built-in memory card reader to access media files.

Using the optical drive

How to insert and remove optical discs (CD/DVD) from the drive bay.

Using the multimedia keyboard (on selected models only)

Explanation of multimedia keyboard functions and special hotkeys.

Chapter 5 Connecting to the Internet

Wired connection

Instructions for connecting to the internet via DSL/cable modem or a local area network (LAN).

Wireless connection (on selected models only)

Steps to establish and connect to a wireless network using Wi-Fi.

Chapter 7 Troubleshooting

My computer cannot be powered on and the power LED on the front panel does not light up

Troubleshooting steps for power-on issues and when the front panel power LED is off.

My computer hangs.

Solutions for dealing with a frozen or unresponsive computer system and closing applications.

I cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card (on selected models only)?

Steps to resolve issues connecting to a wireless network, including security key and antenna placement.

The arrow keys on the number key pad are not working.

How to enable arrow keys on the numeric keypad by checking and adjusting the Num Lock status.

No display on the monitor.

Troubleshooting steps for issues with no display output on the monitor, including cable and connection checks.

When using multiple monitors, only one monitor has display.

Resolving issues when only one monitor displays an image when multiple monitors are connected.

My computer cannot detect my USB storage device.

Steps to troubleshoot when a USB storage device is not recognized by the computer.

I want to restore or undo changes to my computer's system settings without affecting my personal files or data.

Information on using System Restore to revert system settings without losing personal data.

The picture on the HDTV is distorted.

How to fix distorted HDTV picture by adjusting screen resolution to match the display.

My speakers produce no sound.

Troubleshooting steps for audio output issues, checking connections, volume, and mute status.

The DVD drive cannot read a disc.

Tips for resolving issues when the DVD drive fails to read discs, checking disc placement and condition.

The DVD drive eject button is not respond.

Steps to manually eject the DVD drive tray using the computer's interface when the physical button is unresponsive.

ASUS contact information

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