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...Side...1-7 Left Side...1-8 Keyboard Usage...1-9 Touchpad Usage...1-11 Getting Started Powering on your Eee PC...2-2 First-time Startup...2-3 Desktop...2-4 ASUS EeePC Tray Utility...2-5 Enabling and Disabling Devices 2-5 Adjusting the display resolution 2-5 Network Connection...2-6 Configuring a wireless network connection 2-6 Local Area Network 2-7 Browsing web pages 2-10 WLAN Setup FAQ (Windows XP 2-11 Using the Eee PC ASUS Update...3-2 Updating the BIOS through the Internet 3-2 Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file 3-3 Bluetooth Connection (on selected models 3-4 Super Hybrid Engine...
...Side...1-7 Left Side...1-8 Keyboard Usage...1-9 Touchpad Usage...1-11 Getting Started Powering on your Eee PC...2-2 First-time Startup...2-3 Desktop...2-4 ASUS EeePC Tray Utility...2-5 Enabling and Disabling Devices 2-5 Adjusting the display resolution 2-5 Network Connection...2-6 Configuring a wireless network connection 2-6 Local Area Network 2-7 Browsing web pages 2-10 WLAN Setup FAQ (Windows XP 2-11 Using the Eee PC ASUS Update...3-2 Updating the BIOS through the Internet 3-2 Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file 3-3 Bluetooth Connection (on selected models 3-4 Super Hybrid Engine...
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Eee Docking...3-7 Eee @Vibe...3-7 Eee Sharing...3-8 Eee Xperience...3-8 Eee Tools...3-9 Microsoft® Office Trial...3-10 Support DVD & System Recovery Support DVD information 4-2 Running the support DVD 4-2 Drivers menu...4-3 Utilities menu...4-3 Contact...4-3 Other information 4-3 System Recovery...4-4 Using the Support DVD 4-4 Using Recovery Partition 4-5 Boot Booster...4-6 Appendix Declarations and Safety Statements A-2 Federal Communications Commission Statement A-2 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement A-3 Declaration of Conformity(R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC A-4 ...
Eee Docking...3-7 Eee @Vibe...3-7 Eee Sharing...3-8 Eee Xperience...3-8 Eee Tools...3-9 Microsoft® Office Trial...3-10 Support DVD & System Recovery Support DVD information 4-2 Running the support DVD 4-2 Drivers menu...4-3 Utilities menu...4-3 Contact...4-3 Other information 4-3 System Recovery...4-4 Using the Support DVD 4-4 Using Recovery Partition 4-5 Boot Booster...4-6 Appendix Declarations and Safety Statements A-2 Federal Communications Commission Statement A-2 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement A-3 Declaration of Conformity(R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC A-4 ...
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... follows: WARNING! Appendix Gives you to data, components, or persons. iv Table of importance as being correct. Notes for safe operation. Knowing the Parts Provides information on support DVD contents and system recovery. 5. The actual bundled applications differ by models and territories. About This User's Manual You are reading the Eee PC User's Manual.This User's Manual provides information regarding the various components in this...
... follows: WARNING! Appendix Gives you to data, components, or persons. iv Table of importance as being correct. Notes for safe operation. Knowing the Parts Provides information on support DVD contents and system recovery. 5. The actual bundled applications differ by models and territories. About This User's Manual You are reading the Eee PC User's Manual.This User's Manual provides information regarding the various components in this...
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... NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Do not use strong solvents such as described in fire. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the Eee PC. Wipe the Eee PC using a clean...
... NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Do not use strong solvents such as described in fire. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the Eee PC. Wipe the Eee PC using a clean...
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The keyboard differs depending on models. 7 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad and its buttons comprises a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. 8 Status Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is opened. ASUS Eee PC 1-3 The power switch only works when the display panel is in the Save-to-RAM (Suspend) mode. This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is turned OFF. 6 Keyboard The keyboard provides keys with traditional single microphones. You can...
The keyboard differs depending on models. 7 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad and its buttons comprises a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. 8 Status Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is opened. ASUS Eee PC 1-3 The power switch only works when the display panel is in the Save-to-RAM (Suspend) mode. This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is turned OFF. 6 Keyboard The keyboard provides keys with traditional single microphones. You can...
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...%-100%) Green ON Medium battery power (11%-94%) Orange ON Low battery power (0%-10%) Orange Blinking Without Adapter Off Off Off Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Indicator The hard disk drive indicator blinks when data is enabled, this indicator lights. When the built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on models with built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is written to or read from the disk drive. Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is only applicable on selected models). Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is activated when lighted. 1-4 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts
...%-100%) Green ON Medium battery power (11%-94%) Orange ON Low battery power (0%-10%) Orange Blinking Without Adapter Off Off Off Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Indicator The hard disk drive indicator blinks when data is enabled, this indicator lights. When the built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on models with built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is written to or read from the disk drive. Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is only applicable on selected models). Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is activated when lighted. 1-4 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts
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... automatically lock. Spring The spring battery lock keeps the battery pack secure. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. ASUS Eee PC 1-5 When the battery pack is in operation or recently been in operation. When removing the battery pack, this side of the Eee PC can get very hot. DO NOT use on this spring lock must be retained in appearance depending on model. 1 2 3 4 The bottom of the Eee PC. Bottom...
... automatically lock. Spring The spring battery lock keeps the battery pack secure. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. ASUS Eee PC 1-5 When the battery pack is in operation or recently been in operation. When removing the battery pack, this side of the Eee PC can get very hot. DO NOT use on this spring lock must be retained in appearance depending on model. 1 2 3 4 The bottom of the Eee PC. Bottom...
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... this Eee PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Battery Lock - Move the manual lock to insert or remove the battery pack. Audio features are software controlled. 1-6 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this side of the Eee PC. 1 1 Audio Speaker System The built-in a dedicated compartment. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Front...
... this Eee PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Battery Lock - Move the manual lock to insert or remove the battery pack. Audio features are software controlled. 1-6 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this side of the Eee PC. 1 1 Audio Speaker System The built-in a dedicated compartment. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Front...
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ASUS Eee PC 1-7 Using this side of the Eee PC. 1 23 4 5 1 Memory Card Slot The built-in memory card reader can read SD/SDHC/MMC cards. 2 Headphone Output Jack The 1/8" stereo headphone jack (3.5mm) connects the Eee PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Also, the USB supports hot-swapping function. 5 LAN Port The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port (10/100M bit) supports a standard Ethernet cable for Skype, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 4 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is...
ASUS Eee PC 1-7 Using this side of the Eee PC. 1 23 4 5 1 Memory Card Slot The built-in memory card reader can read SD/SDHC/MMC cards. 2 Headphone Output Jack The 1/8" stereo headphone jack (3.5mm) connects the Eee PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Also, the USB supports hot-swapping function. 5 LAN Port The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port (10/100M bit) supports a standard Ethernet cable for Skype, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 4 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is...
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... monitor port supports a standard VGAcompatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow cool air to enter and warm air to the Eee PC and battery pack, always use with this side of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 1-8 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts THE ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the Eee PC and charges the internal battery pack...
... monitor port supports a standard VGAcompatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow cool air to enter and warm air to the Eee PC and battery pack, always use with this side of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 1-8 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts THE ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the Eee PC and charges the internal battery pack...
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... after activation. The default setting is WLAN ON / Bluetooth OFF. Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness. Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Eee PC's keyboard. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. ASUS Eee PC 1-9 Follow the icons whenever your hot key locations do not match the manual. Touchpad (F3): Toggles the touchpad ON/OFF. Crossed Screen Icon (F7): Turns off the display backlight...
... after activation. The default setting is WLAN ON / Bluetooth OFF. Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness. Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Eee PC's keyboard. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. ASUS Eee PC 1-9 Follow the icons whenever your hot key locations do not match the manual. Touchpad (F3): Toggles the touchpad ON/OFF. Crossed Screen Icon (F7): Turns off the display backlight...
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... occur if you open the display panel, do not force it is turned ON, as this adapter is +19Vdc, 2.1A. • Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Eee PC is depleted to power the Eee PC. You may result in the loss of working data. Remember to fully charge the battery before first use a different adapter to prolong battery life. 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting Started Install the battery pack 2. The...
... occur if you open the display panel, do not force it is turned ON, as this adapter is +19Vdc, 2.1A. • Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Eee PC is depleted to power the Eee PC. You may result in the loss of working data. Remember to fully charge the battery before first use a different adapter to prolong battery life. 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting Started Install the battery pack 2. The...
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... the display mode of your needs. Select the resolution based on and off the wireless LAN connection. Disable Blue Tooth: Turns on your Eee PC is CRT Only and the power mode is no connected external monitors. Select an option to turn off some devices to minimize the power consumption and helps you select LCD Compress Mode. You need not scroll up and down the screen when you adjust the display resolution easily. Enabling and Disabling Devices To disable or enable devices...
... the display mode of your needs. Select the resolution based on and off the wireless LAN connection. Disable Blue Tooth: Turns on your Eee PC is CRT Only and the power mode is no connected external monitors. Select an option to turn off some devices to minimize the power consumption and helps you select LCD Compress Mode. You need not scroll up and down the screen when you adjust the display resolution easily. Enabling and Disabling Devices To disable or enable devices...
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... finish the network setup, click Internet Explorer on the desktop and start the static IP network configuration. 2 Click Use the following IP address. 3. Browsing web pages After you have problems connecting to obtain the latest information and register at http://vip.asus.com for full service of Using a dynamic IP to build the network connection. Repeat the step 1-3 of your Eee PC. 2-10 Chapter 2: Getting Started Using a static...
... finish the network setup, click Internet Explorer on the desktop and start the static IP network configuration. 2 Click Use the following IP address. 3. Browsing web pages After you have problems connecting to obtain the latest information and register at http://vip.asus.com for full service of Using a dynamic IP to build the network connection. Repeat the step 1-3 of your Eee PC. 2-10 Chapter 2: Getting Started Using a static...
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... build a wireless connection to activate the wireless LAN function. 1. Contact the wireless card/router manufacturer if you need a correct key for the wireless connection. ASUS Eee PC 2-11 If not, press + to my wireless router. Weak signal strength may fail the connection. The network you would like to connect is encrypted, you have your own wireless router, you follow the instructions in the manual and fail to enter the correct key before configuring a wireless network connection. I am asked...
... build a wireless connection to activate the wireless LAN function. 1. Contact the wireless card/router manufacturer if you need a correct key for the wireless connection. ASUS Eee PC 2-11 If not, press + to my wireless router. Weak signal strength may fail the connection. The network you would like to connect is encrypted, you have your own wireless router, you follow the instructions in the manual and fail to enter the correct key before configuring a wireless network connection. I am asked...
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... the Eee PC package. The ASUS Update utility allows you to : • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file • Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and • View the BIOS version information. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet 1. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through a network or an Internet Service Provider...
... the Eee PC package. The ASUS Update utility allows you to : • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file • Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and • View the BIOS version information. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet 1. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through a network or an Internet Service Provider...
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... Technical support File list ASUS Eee PC 4-3 Click an icon to activate the devices. Contact Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications that the Eee PC supports. Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen provide additional information on the Eee PC and the contents of the support DVD. Drivers menu The Drivers menu shows available device drivers when the system detects installed devices.
... Technical support File list ASUS Eee PC 4-3 Click an icon to activate the devices. Contact Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications that the Eee PC supports. Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen provide additional information on the Eee PC and the contents of the support DVD. Drivers menu The Drivers menu shows available device drivers when the system detects installed devices.
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... factory.The Support DVD provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores your system to select boot device 3. Press any key to boot from the optical drive. Select USB: XXXXXX (may be powered ON). 2. Connect an external optical drive to your Eee PC and insert the Support DVD into the optical drive (System needs to start the system recovery. 4-4 Chapter 4: Support DVD & System Recovery Click Yes to be labeled as network settings). 1. Press any customized configuration settings (such as the Please select boot device: HDD...
... factory.The Support DVD provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores your system to select boot device 3. Press any key to boot from the optical drive. Select USB: XXXXXX (may be powered ON). 2. Connect an external optical drive to your Eee PC and insert the Support DVD into the optical drive (System needs to start the system recovery. 4-4 Chapter 4: Support DVD & System Recovery Click Yes to be labeled as network settings). 1. Press any customized configuration settings (such as the Please select boot device: HDD...
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... to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your hard disk drive used to restart the Eee PC. Using Recovery Partition About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition is completed, eject the the Support DVD from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition. Press during the system recovery. ASUS Eee PC 4-5 Refer to complete the recovery process. The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to the end of this chapter for details. 2. Using the Recovery Partition: 1. After the system recovery...
... to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your hard disk drive used to restart the Eee PC. Using Recovery Partition About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition is completed, eject the the Support DVD from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition. Press during the system recovery. ASUS Eee PC 4-5 Refer to complete the recovery process. The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to the end of this chapter for details. 2. Using the Recovery Partition: 1. After the system recovery...
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... hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). Boot Booster The Boot Booster item in BIOS setup helps shorten your Eee PC bootup time. Start the system and press on bootup to see the POST screen or enter the BIOS setup by doing the instruction above, restart the system and try pressing repeatedly on bootup. Set Boot Booster to [Disabled] If you set the CD-ROM drive...
... hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). Boot Booster The Boot Booster item in BIOS setup helps shorten your Eee PC bootup time. Start the system and press on bootup to see the POST screen or enter the BIOS setup by doing the instruction above, restart the system and try pressing repeatedly on bootup. Set Boot Booster to [Disabled] If you set the CD-ROM drive...