ASUS Desktop PC Installation Guide
Introduction
This guide provides essential steps for installing and setting up your ASUS Desktop PC. It covers connecting devices, selecting the correct power input voltage, and important safety information.
Illustrations are for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary.
Step 1: Connect Devices
Connect your peripherals and essential devices to the appropriate ports on your ASUS Desktop PC. The diagrams illustrate common connection points on the front and rear panels.
Common Front Panel Ports:
- Power button ▶️
- USB 3.0 ports
- USB 2.0 ports
- Microphone port (pink)
- Headphone port
- 5.25-inch optical disk drive bay (optional eject button)
Common Rear Panel Ports:
- Power Connector
- PS/2 keyboard port (purple)
- PS/2 mouse port (green)
- USB 3.0 ports
- USB 2.0 ports
- Audio ports: Microphone (pink), Line Out (lime), Line In (light blue)
- Display ports: HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA
- LAN (RJ-45) port
- Serial port (optional)
- LPT ports (optional)
- Air vents ?️
- Expansion slot brackets
Refer to the diagrams for specific port layouts on models D520MT/BM2CD, D521MT/MD330/BM3CD, and D520SF/SD330/BP1CD.
Step 2: Select System Input Voltage and Connect Power
Ensure the system's input voltage matches your local power supply:
- If your area's voltage is 100-127V, set the voltage selector to 115V.
- If your area's voltage is 200-240V, set the voltage selector to 230V.
WARNING: Setting the voltage selector incorrectly may seriously damage your system.
Connect one end of the power cord to the PC's power connector and the other end to a wall power outlet.
Step 3: Power On the System
Press the power button on the front of the PC to turn on the system.
System Ratings
The following tables provide input voltage ratings for different models:
RATING for D520MT/BM2CD and D521MT/MD330/BM3CD:
| Input Voltage | Frequency | Current |
|---|---|---|
| 115/230Vac | 50-60Hz | 6/3A |
| 220-230Vac | 50Hz | 3A |
| 230Vac | 50Hz | 3A |
| 100-120Vac | 50-60Hz | 8A |
RATING for D520SF/SD330/BP1CD:
| Input Voltage | Frequency | Current |
|---|---|---|
| 115/230Vac | 50-60Hz | 6/3A |
| 115Vac | 50-60Hz | 6A |
| 220-230Vac | 50Hz | 3A |
(Note: Ratings are presented in English, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese in the original document. This version uses English.)
Safety Information
Please observe the following safety precautions:
- Ensure all cables are correctly connected before use. Contact your retailer immediately if any cable damage is detected.
- Use the product only with the correct voltage as instructed by the manufacturer.
- Keep small objects like paper scraps, screws, and threads away from connectors, slots, sockets, and circuits to prevent short circuits and faulty contacts.
- Always unplug the system from the power source before adding or removing devices.
- System covers may have sharp tips and edges. Wear gloves when removing or replacing system covers.
- If the power supply or system is damaged, do not attempt self-repair. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
RTC (Real-Time Clock) battery replacement: Incorrect replacement may pose an explosion hazard. Use only the same or equivalent battery type as recommended by the manufacturer and dispose of used batteries according to manufacturer instructions.
ENERGY STAR Information
ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with ENERGY STAR standards. Power management is enabled by default, setting the monitor to sleep after 10 minutes and the computer after 30 minutes of inactivity. Wake your computer by clicking the mouse or pressing any key.
For more information on power management and its environmental benefits, visit http://www.energystar.gov/powermanagement.
For general ENERGY STAR program information, visit http://www.energystar.gov.
Note: ENERGY STAR is not supported on products with FreeDOS or Linux operating systems.
RoHS and WEEE Compliance
This section details the compliance of ASUS products with regulations regarding restricted substances and waste electrical and electronic equipment.
Restricted Substances Table:
| Component | Lead (Pb) | Mercury (Hg) | Cadmium (Cd) | Hexavalent Chromium (Cr+6) | PBB | PBDE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Printed circuit boards and electronic components | — | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| Housing | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| Cooling equipment | — | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| Power supply | — | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| Other accessories | — | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
Note 1: '○' indicates the percentage content of the restricted substance does not exceed the threshold. Note 2: '—' indicates the restricted substance is an exemption.
ASUS certifies that this product complies with the European Directive 1999/5/EC concerning the R & TTE rules.
Further Information
Obtain the detailed User Manual and Declaration of Conformity (DoC) from the ASUS support site at http://support.asus.com.
Specific regional support links:
- Taiwan: http://www.asus.com/tw/support
- China: http://www.asus.com/cn/support
