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Pro Series Personal Computer MS-AEC2
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Preface Contents Copyright and Trademarks Notice �������������������������������������������������������������������������� iii Revision ���������������������������������������������������������������...
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Preface Copyright and Trademarks Notice Copyright © Micro-Star Int’l Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. The MSI logo used is a registered trademark of Micro-Star Int’l Co., Ltd. All other marks and names ...
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Preface Upgrade and Warranty Please note that certain components preinstalled in the product may be upgradable or replaceable by user’s request� For any further information about the product users pur...
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Preface Environmental Policy The product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling and should not be thrown away at its end of life� Users should contact the local authorized poi...
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Preface Safety Instructions Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly� All cautions and warnings on the equipment or user’s manual should be noted� Keep the User’s Guide that comes with th...
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Preface Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause electrical shock� Place the power cord in a way that people are unlikely to step on it� Do not place anything on the power cor...
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Preface CE Conformity Hereby, Micro-Star International CO�, LTD declares that this device is in compliance with the essential safety requirements and other relevant provisions set out in the European ...
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Preface Ro HS Statement Japan JIS C 0950 Material Declaration A Japanese regulatory requirement, defined by specification JIS C 0950, mandates that manufacturers provide material declarations for cert...
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Overview This system is designed with green commerce and smart digital lifestyle, using an LED backlit display to increase clarity, while reducing the burden to the eyes. With the compact chassis and ...
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Overview Packing Contents All-in-One PC AC/DC Adapter AC Power Cord User Manual & Mouse (Optional)Keyboard (Optional) Quick Guide (Optional) V Base (Optional) Lift Stand (Optional) * Please contac...
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Overview System Overview Rear View Base/ Stand (Optional) Use this base/ stand to position your system on a flat and stable surface. Power Jack The AC/DC adapter converts AC power to DC power for this...
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Overview RJ-45 LAN Jack (Optional) The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is provided for connection to the Local Area Network (LAN)� You can connect a network cable to it� Yellow Green/ Orange LED Color LED Sta...
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Overview Side View Hard Disk Drive LED This indicator shows the activity status of the HDD. It flashes when the 1-4 system is accessing data on the HDD and remains off when no disk activity 1-5 is det...
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Overview System Power Button/ LED Press the system power button to turn the system on or off. The power LED glows when the system is turned on and goes off when the system is shut down� In terms of po...
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Overview Top & Bottom View Ventilator The ventilator on the enclosure is used for air convection and to prevent the equipment from overheating� Do not cover the ventilator� Stereo Speakers The bui...
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Overview Component Replacement & Upgrade Please note that certain components preinstalled in the product may be upgradable or replaceable by user’s request depending on the models users purchased�...
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Getting Started This chapter provides you with the information on hardware setup procedures� While connecting peripheral devices, be careful in holding the devices and use a grounded wrist strap to av...
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Getting Started Safety & Comfort Tips The AIO PC is a portable platform that allows you to work anywhere� However, choosing a good workspace is important if you have to work with your PC for a lon...
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Getting Started Connecting the Power 1� Connect the adapter to the AIO PC and plug in the power cord� 2� Press the power button to power on the AIO PC�
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Getting Started Adjusting the Monitor This monitor is designed to maximize your viewing comfort with its adjustment capabilities such as tilt and lift� Important • The illustrations are for reference ...
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System Operations This chapter provides you with essential information on system operations� Important All information is subject to change without prior notice�
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System Operations Power Management Power management of personal computers (PCs) and monitors has the potential to save significant amounts of electricity as well as deliver environmental benefits. To ...
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System Operations Waking the System Up The computer shall be able to wake up from power saving mode in response to a command from any of the following: the power button, the network (Wake On LAN), the...
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System Operations Network Connection (Windows 10) Wired Network 1� Right-click [Start] and select [Network Connections] from the list� 2� Select [Ethernet] and then [Network and Sharing Center]� 3� Se...
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System Operations 4� Choose [Connect to the Internet] and click [Next]� 5� Select [Broadband (PPPo E)] to connect using DSL or cable that requires a user name and password� 6� Type the information fro...
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System Operations Wireless Network 1� Go to [Start] , click [Settings] and select [Network and Internet]� 2� A list of available WLAN connections pops up� Choose a connection from the list� 3� To esta...
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System Operations System Recovery (Windows 10) The purposes for using the System Recovery Function may include: Restore the system back to the initial status of original manufacturer’s default setting...
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System Operations Reset this PC 1� Go to [Start] , click [Settings] and select [Update and security]� 2� Select [Recovery] and click [Get started] under [Reset this PC] to start the system recovery� 3...
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System Operations Keep my files 1. Select [Keep my files]. 2� The [Your apps will be removed] screen shows a list of apps that will need to be reinstalled from the web or installation discs� Click [Ne...
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System Operations Remove everything 1� Select [Remove everything]� 2� If you have multiple hard drives, a screen will pop up, asking you to choose between [Only the drive where Windows is installed] a...
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System Operations System Recovery (F3 Hotkey Recovery) (Optional) Precautions for Using the System Recovery Function 1� If your hard drive and system encountered non-recoverable problems, please use t...
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Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting My system does not start� 1� Check if the system is connected to an electrical outlet and it is turned on� 2. Check if the power cord and all cables are connected firmly. When I turn o...
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Troubleshooting System speakers do not work� 1� Check the master volume setting in the Audio Mixer� 2� If you are using an application that has its own volume control, check if the volume is muted� 3�...