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...Notes for this manual 9 Welcome 10 Package contents 10 Knowing your Eee Box PC 11 Front view 11 Rear view...13 Positioning your Eee Box PC 15 Installing the stand 15 Installing your Eee Box PC to a monitor 16 Setting up your Eee Box PC 17 Connecting to a display 17 Connecting to USB devices 17 ...network device 18 Turning on the system 18 Using your Eee Box PC 19 Configuring wireless connection 19 Configuring wired connection 20 Using a static IP 20 Using a dynamic IP (PPPoE connection 21 ASUS Easy Update 24 Eee Box Express Gate 25 The first screen 25 The Express Gate...
...Notes for this manual 9 Welcome 10 Package contents 10 Knowing your Eee Box PC 11 Front view 11 Rear view...13 Positioning your Eee Box PC 15 Installing the stand 15 Installing your Eee Box PC to a monitor 16 Setting up your Eee Box PC 17 Connecting to a display 17 Connecting to USB devices 17 ...network device 18 Turning on the system 18 Using your Eee Box PC 19 Configuring wireless connection 19 Configuring wired connection 20 Using a static IP 20 Using a dynamic IP (PPPoE connection 21 ASUS Easy Update 24 Eee Box Express Gate 25 The first screen 25 The Express Gate...
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Contents Recovering your system 30 Using the recovery DVD 30 Using the hidden partition 32 Eee Box PC
Contents Recovering your system 30 Using the recovery DVD 30 Using the hidden partition 32 Eee Box PC
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with FCC regulations. Eee Box PC The use of shielded cables for connection of the FCC Rules. However, there is required to the following two conditions: • This device may not ...
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with FCC regulations. Eee Box PC The use of shielded cables for connection of the FCC Rules. However, there is required to the following two conditions: • This device may not ...
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... other rights owners. Reverse engineering or disassembly is protected by Macrovision Corporation. Macrovision Corporation Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is prohibited. Eee Box PC patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by method claims of Communications. This...
... other rights owners. Reverse engineering or disassembly is protected by Macrovision Corporation. Macrovision Corporation Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is prohibited. Eee Box PC patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by method claims of Communications. This...
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Safety information Your Eee Box PC is designed and tested to meet the latest standards of electrical current still flows. Setting up the system on the chassis are for ventilation. Care ... the power cord or allow anything to ensure your system. • When the system is turned off, a small amount of safety for information technology equipment. Eee Box PC However, to rest on it is damaged.
Safety information Your Eee Box PC is designed and tested to meet the latest standards of electrical current still flows. Setting up the system on the chassis are for ventilation. Care ... the power cord or allow anything to ensure your system. • When the system is turned off, a small amount of safety for information technology equipment. Eee Box PC However, to rest on it is damaged.
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... PRODUCT WARNING CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT NO DISASSEMBLY The warranty does not apply to the manufacturer's instructions. Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION: Danger of electronic products. Eee Box PC Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by users This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic...
... PRODUCT WARNING CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT NO DISASSEMBLY The warranty does not apply to the manufacturer's instructions. Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION: Danger of electronic products. Eee Box PC Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by users This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic...
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IMPORTANT: Instructions that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. NOTE: Additional information for this manual To make sure that you MUST follow to prevent injury to complete a task. Notes for special situations. WARNING: Vital information that help you MUST follow to yourself. Eee Box PC TIP: Tips and useful information that you complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. NOTE: Additional information for this manual To make sure that you MUST follow to prevent injury to complete a task. Notes for special situations. WARNING: Vital information that help you MUST follow to yourself. Eee Box PC TIP: Tips and useful information that you complete a task.
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If any of the below items is damaged or missing, contact your purchase of your new Eee Box PC. Package contents Eee Box PC Stand Metal shelf (optional) Wireless antenna AC adapter Power cord Mini jack to S/PDIF Warranty card Support CD User Manual User manual Recovery DVD 10 Eee Box PC Welcome Congratulations on your retailer. The following illustration displays the package contents of the Eee Box PC.
If any of the below items is damaged or missing, contact your purchase of your new Eee Box PC. Package contents Eee Box PC Stand Metal shelf (optional) Wireless antenna AC adapter Power cord Mini jack to S/PDIF Warranty card Support CD User Manual User manual Recovery DVD 10 Eee Box PC Welcome Congratulations on your retailer. The following illustration displays the package contents of the Eee Box PC.
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Eee Box PC 11 Knowing your Eee Box PC Front view Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system. 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 Hard disk LED The hard disk LED blinks when data is being written into or read from the hard disk drive. 2 Power switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the system. 3 Memory card slot The built-in memory card reader reads MMC/SD/SDHC/MS/ MS Pro cards used in devices like digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs.
Eee Box PC 11 Knowing your Eee Box PC Front view Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system. 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 Hard disk LED The hard disk LED blinks when data is being written into or read from the hard disk drive. 2 Power switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the system. 3 Memory card slot The built-in memory card reader reads MMC/SD/SDHC/MS/ MS Pro cards used in devices like digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs.
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USB allows many devices to connect the microphone used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 12 Eee Box PC 4 USB port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with some peripheral acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. 5 Headphone/Audio Out jack ...
USB allows many devices to connect the microphone used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 12 Eee Box PC 4 USB port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with some peripheral acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. 5 Headphone/Audio Out jack ...
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Eee Box PC 13 Power supplied through this jack. To prevent damage to hot when in use. Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your ... signal reception. 2 Power input (DC 19V) The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack supplies power to the PC. The power adapter may become warm to the...
Eee Box PC 13 Power supplied through this jack. To prevent damage to hot when in use. Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your ... signal reception. 2 Power input (DC 19V) The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack supplies power to the PC. The power adapter may become warm to the...
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...) jack Plug an 3.5mm mini-jack audio cable into this jack for analog or digital audio transfer. USB allows many devices to your amplifier. 14 Eee Box PC
...) jack Plug an 3.5mm mini-jack audio cable into this jack for analog or digital audio transfer. USB allows many devices to your amplifier. 14 Eee Box PC
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Positioning your Eee Box PC Installing the stand Erect your Eee Box PC on the bottom of the Eee Box PC. 2. Locate the screw hole on the desktop without the stand. Align the stand screw to the PC screw hole, and then secure the stand to the PC with the supplied stand. Eee Box PC bottom view 1 Screw hole Stand screw 2 Do not place your Eee Box PC with a coin. Eee Box PC 15 To do so: 1.
Positioning your Eee Box PC Installing the stand Erect your Eee Box PC on the bottom of the Eee Box PC. 2. Locate the screw hole on the desktop without the stand. Align the stand screw to the PC screw hole, and then secure the stand to the PC with the supplied stand. Eee Box PC bottom view 1 Screw hole Stand screw 2 Do not place your Eee Box PC with a coin. Eee Box PC 15 To do so: 1.
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Secure the metal shelf (optional accessory) to your monitor with VESA75 or VESA100 standard. 2 2. To do so: 1. To fasten the metal shelf, your monitor must comply with four screws. Installing your Eee Box PC to a monitor You can also install your Eee Box PC to the shelf with a coin. Place your Eee Box PC on the metal shelf noting the correct alignment, and then secure the PC to the back of a monitor. Eee Box PC bottom view 16 Eee Box PC
Secure the metal shelf (optional accessory) to your monitor with VESA75 or VESA100 standard. 2 2. To do so: 1. To fasten the metal shelf, your monitor must comply with four screws. Installing your Eee Box PC to a monitor You can also install your Eee Box PC to the shelf with a coin. Place your Eee Box PC on the metal shelf noting the correct alignment, and then secure the PC to the back of a monitor. Eee Box PC bottom view 16 Eee Box PC
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Setting up your Eee Box PC You need to the USB ports on the system rear panel. Eee Box PC 17 Connecting to a display Connect one end of a DVI cable to the display ( 1 ) and the other end to the DVI port on the system rear panel ( 2 ). 2 1 Connecting to USB devices Connect USB devices like keyboards, mouse devices, and printers to connect peripherals before using your Eee Box PC.
Setting up your Eee Box PC You need to the USB ports on the system rear panel. Eee Box PC 17 Connecting to a display Connect one end of a DVI cable to the display ( 1 ) and the other end to the DVI port on the system rear panel ( 2 ). 2 1 Connecting to USB devices Connect USB devices like keyboards, mouse devices, and printers to connect peripherals before using your Eee Box PC.
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Network cable with RJ-45 connectors Network hub or switch Turning on the system Connect the supplied AC adapter to the DC IN jack on the system rear panel, and then press the power switch on the system. 3 2 4 1 18 Eee Box PC Connecting to a network device Connect one end of a network cable to the LAN port on the system rear panel and the other end to turn on the front panel to a hub or switch.
Network cable with RJ-45 connectors Network hub or switch Turning on the system Connect the supplied AC adapter to the DC IN jack on the system rear panel, and then press the power switch on the system. 3 2 4 1 18 Eee Box PC Connecting to a network device Connect one end of a network cable to the LAN port on the system rear panel and the other end to turn on the front panel to a hub or switch.
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Enter the network security key if necessary. 3. After connection was established, you want to connect to enhance wireless signal reception. 1. Select the wireless network you will see Connected. Eee Box PC 19 Using your Eee Box PC Configuring wireless connection To connect to a wireless network, follow the instructions below: Connect the supplied wireless antenna to your Eee Box PC to from the list and click Connect. From the Windows® notification area, right-click the wireless network icon and select View Available Wireless Networks. 2.
Enter the network security key if necessary. 3. After connection was established, you want to connect to enhance wireless signal reception. 1. Select the wireless network you will see Connected. Eee Box PC 19 Using your Eee Box PC Configuring wireless connection To connect to a wireless network, follow the instructions below: Connect the supplied wireless antenna to your Eee Box PC to from the list and click Connect. From the Windows® notification area, right-click the wireless network icon and select View Available Wireless Networks. 2.
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Configuring wired connection To establish a wired network, follow the instructions below: Using a static IP 1. Right-click the network icon on the notification area and select Open Network Connections. 2. Hightlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. 20 Eee Box PC Right-click Local Area Connection and select Properties. 3.
Configuring wired connection To establish a wired network, follow the instructions below: Using a static IP 1. Right-click the network icon on the notification area and select Open Network Connections. 2. Hightlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. 20 Eee Box PC Right-click Local Area Connection and select Properties. 3.
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Click Create a new connection to finish the configuration. Eee Box PC 21 4. Using a dynamic IP (PPPoE connection) 1. If needed, enter the Preferred DNS server address. 7. Select Use the following IP address. 5. Repeat Step 1-3 in the previous section. 2 Select Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. 3. After entering all of the related values, click OK to start the New Connection Wizard. Enter your IP address, Subnet mask and Default gateway. 6.
Click Create a new connection to finish the configuration. Eee Box PC 21 4. Using a dynamic IP (PPPoE connection) 1. If needed, enter the Preferred DNS server address. 7. Select Use the following IP address. 5. Repeat Step 1-3 in the previous section. 2 Select Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. 3. After entering all of the related values, click OK to start the New Connection Wizard. Enter your IP address, Subnet mask and Default gateway. 6.
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4. Select Set up my connection manually. 7. Click Next. 5. Select Connect to the Internet and click Next. 6. Enter your connection type and click Next. 8. Click Next. 22 Eee Box PC Select your User name and Password. Enter your ISP Name and click Next. 9.
4. Select Set up my connection manually. 7. Click Next. 5. Select Connect to the Internet and click Next. 6. Enter your connection type and click Next. 8. Click Next. 22 Eee Box PC Select your User name and Password. Enter your ISP Name and click Next. 9.