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Enter your preferences and some basic information. ASUS Eee PC also supports Windows® XP operating system. Select your keyboard type and click Next to continue. 4. Click Next to continue. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to user guide for detailed instructions and notices on installing the WinXP SP2 32 bit operating system. Refer to complete the first run wizard. Quick Use Guide - Follow the wizard instructions to continue. 2. Toggle I agree with...
Enter your preferences and some basic information. ASUS Eee PC also supports Windows® XP operating system. Select your keyboard type and click Next to continue. 4. Click Next to continue. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to user guide for detailed instructions and notices on installing the WinXP SP2 32 bit operating system. Refer to complete the first run wizard. Quick Use Guide - Follow the wizard instructions to continue. 2. Toggle I agree with...
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... see the wireless signal strength bars in the Notification area. Click Wireless Networks from the list and click Connect to build the connection. Configuring a network connection Wireless network connection 1. Ensure that the box before configuring a wireless network connection if needed. 2. Select the wireless access point you may have to from Internet tab. 3. Activate the wireless LAN function by pressing + ( + ) before Enable wireless is checked. 4. Quick Use Guide - When connecting, you want to connect to enter a password. 5. Ensure that the wireless LAN function is shown...
... see the wireless signal strength bars in the Notification area. Click Wireless Networks from the list and click Connect to build the connection. Configuring a network connection Wireless network connection 1. Ensure that the box before configuring a wireless network connection if needed. 2. Select the wireless access point you may have to from Internet tab. 3. Activate the wireless LAN function by pressing + ( + ) before Enable wireless is checked. 4. Quick Use Guide - When connecting, you want to connect to enter a password. 5. Ensure that the wireless LAN function is shown...
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... Printers ...2-36 System Info 2-37 Date & Time 2-37 Personalization 2-38 Add/Remove Software 2-38 Touchpad...2-42 Disk Utility ...2-42 Diagnostic Tools 2-43 EeeAP ...2-45 Voice Command (in selected territories 2-46 Task Manager 2-47 Add/Remove Keyboard 2-48 Favorites ...2-50 Customize...2-50 Chapter 3: System Recovery System Recovery 3-2 Using Hidden Partition 3-2 Using the Recovery DVD 3-3 Using USB Flash Disk 3-4 Chapter 4: Installing Windows® XP Preparing to install Windows® XP 4-2 Installing Windows® XP 4-2 Support CD information 4-4 ASUS Eee PC iii
... Printers ...2-36 System Info 2-37 Date & Time 2-37 Personalization 2-38 Add/Remove Software 2-38 Touchpad...2-42 Disk Utility ...2-42 Diagnostic Tools 2-43 EeeAP ...2-45 Voice Command (in selected territories 2-46 Task Manager 2-47 Add/Remove Keyboard 2-48 Favorites ...2-50 Customize...2-50 Chapter 3: System Recovery System Recovery 3-2 Using Hidden Partition 3-2 Using the Recovery DVD 3-3 Using USB Flash Disk 3-4 Chapter 4: Installing Windows® XP Preparing to install Windows® XP 4-2 Installing Windows® XP 4-2 Support CD information 4-4 ASUS Eee PC iii
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Vital information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to data, components, or persons. NOTE: Information for completing tasks. TIP: Tips for special situations. ASUS Eee PC 1-3 Important information that must be followed to prevent damage to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of importance as follows: WARNING! Notes for safe operation. IMPORTANT!
Vital information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to data, components, or persons. NOTE: Information for completing tasks. TIP: Tips for special situations. ASUS Eee PC 1-3 Important information that must be followed to prevent damage to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of importance as follows: WARNING! Notes for safe operation. IMPORTANT!
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..., benzene, or other peripherals. Do not use near the surface. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT expose to or use strong solvents such as described in fire. DO NOT disassemble the battery. 1-4 Chapter 1: Introducing the Eee PC
..., benzene, or other peripherals. Do not use near the surface. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT expose to or use strong solvents such as described in fire. DO NOT disassemble the battery. 1-4 Chapter 1: Introducing the Eee PC
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Activate the wireless LAN function before configuring a wireless network connection. Right-click the wireless signal bar in the Notification area. In Windows XP environment, the wireless connection icon disappears when you disable the wireless LAN by pressing + ( + ). ASUS Eee PC 2-3 You can see the wireless signal strength bars in the Notification area to quickly Connect to another network, Create new connection, or browse All Network Connections. 6.
Activate the wireless LAN function before configuring a wireless network connection. Right-click the wireless signal bar in the Notification area. In Windows XP environment, the wireless connection icon disappears when you disable the wireless LAN by pressing + ( + ). ASUS Eee PC 2-3 You can see the wireless signal strength bars in the Notification area to quickly Connect to another network, Create new connection, or browse All Network Connections. 6.
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Repeat the step 1-4 of Using a dynamic IP to make changes. Using a static IP: 1. Click Finish to apply the settings or click Back to start the static IP network configuration. 2. Click the box before Connect automatically at system startup or before the box Start this connection when finished based on your service provider. 2-6 Chapter 2: Using the Eee PC Toggle the second option Static IP address and click Next. 3. Enter the IP address, Subnet mask and Gateway from your needs. 7.
Repeat the step 1-4 of Using a dynamic IP to make changes. Using a static IP: 1. Click Finish to apply the settings or click Back to start the static IP network configuration. 2. Click the box before Connect automatically at system startup or before the box Start this connection when finished based on your service provider. 2-6 Chapter 2: Using the Eee PC Toggle the second option Static IP address and click Next. 3. Enter the IP address, Subnet mask and Gateway from your needs. 7.
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Contact your service provider if you want to the internet. There is no need to enter the DNS and WINS address unless you have problem connecting to override the server provided DNS server address. If so, enter the preferred DNS Server address, alternative address and WINS address of your network or click Next to make changes. Enter a name for your service provider. 5. Enter the DNS domain name for this connection and click Next. 7. 4. Click Finish to apply the settings or click Back to proceed directly. 6. ASUS Eee PC 2-7
Contact your service provider if you want to the internet. There is no need to enter the DNS and WINS address unless you have problem connecting to override the server provided DNS server address. If so, enter the preferred DNS Server address, alternative address and WINS address of your network or click Next to make changes. Enter a name for your service provider. 5. Enter the DNS domain name for this connection and click Next. 7. 4. Click Finish to apply the settings or click Back to proceed directly. 6. ASUS Eee PC 2-7
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... and setup a password if you use Eee Storage service with or without further notice. ASUS Eee PC 2-15 With Internet connection, you can access and share any files whenever you want and wherever you is subject to Eee Storage Web Hard Drive Service Agreement on Eee Storage official website. You can enjoy free online space. The content of account and password is also indispensable when you need to use Eee Storage 1. Eee...
... and setup a password if you use Eee Storage service with or without further notice. ASUS Eee PC 2-15 With Internet connection, you can access and share any files whenever you want and wherever you is subject to Eee Storage Web Hard Drive Service Agreement on Eee Storage official website. You can enjoy free online space. The content of account and password is also indispensable when you need to use Eee Storage 1. Eee...
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... instant messaging account. 2. Press the Add button to add and configure more IM accounts. 2-16 Chapter 2: Using the Eee PC Select an instant messaging service you have an IM account, apply one from the drop-down list and fill out your password along with friends 1. If you are using from the service providers. Chatting with other necessary information to Pidgin screen displays.
... instant messaging account. 2. Press the Add button to add and configure more IM accounts. 2-16 Chapter 2: Using the Eee PC Select an instant messaging service you have an IM account, apply one from the drop-down list and fill out your password along with friends 1. If you are using from the service providers. Chatting with other necessary information to Pidgin screen displays.
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... original personal computer or notebook. Starts Free Mind. Notes Notes allows you do the brainstorming, project-tracking, database creating, etc.. Free Mind Free Mind is a mind-mapping software which you can have several memos at a time. ASUS Eee PC 2-21 Math StarOffice Math is an illustration tool that you can use to export and share drawings. Opens a post-it-on...
... original personal computer or notebook. Starts Free Mind. Notes Notes allows you do the brainstorming, project-tracking, database creating, etc.. Free Mind Free Mind is a mind-mapping software which you can have several memos at a time. ASUS Eee PC 2-21 Math StarOffice Math is an illustration tool that you can use to export and share drawings. Opens a post-it-on...
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... recovery, use the Add/Remove Software in the Recovery DVD may be something wrong with your system. Using Hidden Partition 1. Highlight Restore Factory Settings and press to perform the system recovery. If the system recovery fails, there might be not the latest version. System Recovery There are three ways to start the system recovery. Ensure to your Eee PC, the builtin hidden partition would be cleared and cannot be used for support...
... recovery, use the Add/Remove Software in the Recovery DVD may be something wrong with your system. Using Hidden Partition 1. Highlight Restore Factory Settings and press to perform the system recovery. If the system recovery fails, there might be not the latest version. System Recovery There are three ways to start the system recovery. Ensure to your Eee PC, the builtin hidden partition would be cleared and cannot be used for support...
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..., booting the kernel. ASUS Eee PC 3-3 Peter Anvin . Uncompressing Linux... Enter "yes" to continue, anything else to select boot device 3. Using the Recovery DVD 1. Please select boot device: HDD:SM-ASUS-PHISON SSD HDD:SS-ASUS-PHISON SSD USB:XXXXXXXX ↑ and ↓ to move selection ENTER to reboot. When the recovery is completed, press to boot from the optical drive. Select USB:XXXXXX (may be powered ON). 2. Press for Troubleshooting Menu... Waiting 5 Sec Ready to image Eee PC using...
..., booting the kernel. ASUS Eee PC 3-3 Peter Anvin . Uncompressing Linux... Enter "yes" to continue, anything else to select boot device 3. Using the Recovery DVD 1. Please select boot device: HDD:SM-ASUS-PHISON SSD HDD:SS-ASUS-PHISON SSD USB:XXXXXXXX ↑ and ↓ to move selection ENTER to reboot. When the recovery is completed, press to boot from the optical drive. Select USB:XXXXXX (may be powered ON). 2. Press for Troubleshooting Menu... Waiting 5 Sec Ready to image Eee PC using...
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... boot device screen appears. Ok, booting the kernel. Please select boot device: HDD:SM-ASUS-PHISON SSD HDD:SS-ASUS-PHISON SSD USB:XXXXXXXX ↑ and ↓ to move selection ENTER to reboot the system. 3-6 Chapter 3: System Recovery Press for Troubleshooting Menu... yes 11 When the recovery is completed, remove the USB flash disk and press to select boot device 10. Uncompressing Linux... Key in yes and press to continue the system recovery. Loading /boot/vmlinuz Loading /boot...
... boot device screen appears. Ok, booting the kernel. Please select boot device: HDD:SM-ASUS-PHISON SSD HDD:SS-ASUS-PHISON SSD USB:XXXXXXXX ↑ and ↓ to move selection ENTER to reboot the system. 3-6 Chapter 3: System Recovery Press for Troubleshooting Menu... yes 11 When the recovery is completed, remove the USB flash disk and press to select boot device 10. Uncompressing Linux... Key in yes and press to continue the system recovery. Loading /boot/vmlinuz Loading /boot...
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... boot device: HDD:SM-ASUS-PHISON SSD HDD:SS-ASUS-PHISON SSD USB:XXXXXXXX ↑ and ↓ to move selection ENTER to your Eee PC, you need the following items. • A USB 2.0 DVD-ROM • The official Windows® XP Service Pack 2 disc from the optical drive. Insert the Windows XP Service Pack 2 disc to the USB DVD-ROM and connect the USB optical drive to install Windows® XP service pack 2: 1. Installing Windows® XP Follow the instructions below to your Eee PC. 2. Connect the power...
... boot device: HDD:SM-ASUS-PHISON SSD HDD:SS-ASUS-PHISON SSD USB:XXXXXXXX ↑ and ↓ to move selection ENTER to your Eee PC, you need the following items. • A USB 2.0 DVD-ROM • The official Windows® XP Service Pack 2 disc from the optical drive. Insert the Windows XP Service Pack 2 disc to the USB DVD-ROM and connect the USB optical drive to install Windows® XP service pack 2: 1. Installing Windows® XP Follow the instructions below to your Eee PC. 2. Connect the power...
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After the Windows® XP installation screen appears. You will lose all your Eee PC. 5. Press and select Format the partition using the NTFS file system to the USB DVD/CD-ROM and click InstAll - Drivers Installation Wizard to install all existing disk partitions. After entering Windows, insert the Support CD to start the Windows® XP OS setup. 6. ASUS Eee PC 4-3 Delete any existing partitions. Ensure to back up your important data before installing Windows® XP to...
After the Windows® XP installation screen appears. You will lose all your Eee PC. 5. Press and select Format the partition using the NTFS file system to the USB DVD/CD-ROM and click InstAll - Drivers Installation Wizard to install all existing disk partitions. After entering Windows, insert the Support CD to start the Windows® XP OS setup. 6. ASUS Eee PC 4-3 Delete any existing partitions. Ensure to back up your important data before installing Windows® XP to...
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... features. Support CD information The support CD that comes with the Eee PC package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to activate the devices. Running the support CD Insert the support CD in the external optical drive.The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in the Windows® XP SP2 environment. Drivers menu The Drivers menu shows available device drivers when the system detects installed devices. Click...
... features. Support CD information The support CD that comes with the Eee PC package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to activate the devices. Running the support CD Insert the support CD in the external optical drive.The CD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is NOT enabled in the Windows® XP SP2 environment. Drivers menu The Drivers menu shows available device drivers when the system detects installed devices. Click...
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Important information that must be followed to prevent damage to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of importance as follows: WARNING! NOTE: Information for completing tasks. IMPORTANT! ASUS Eee PC 1-3 TIP: Tips for special situations. Vital information that must be followed for safe operation. Notes for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to data, components, or persons.
Important information that must be followed to prevent damage to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of importance as follows: WARNING! NOTE: Information for completing tasks. IMPORTANT! ASUS Eee PC 1-3 TIP: Tips for special situations. Vital information that must be followed for safe operation. Notes for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to data, components, or persons.
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... Battery charge is less than 10% Orange Blinking Quickly Off The Battery Charge Indicator will be in the lower case form (e.g. Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is enabled, this indicator lights. 2-4 Chapter 2: Knowing the Parts When the capital lock light is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth. Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is OFF, the typed letters will not light when the battery is removed from the disk drive. Capital lock allows some of the keyboard...
... Battery charge is less than 10% Orange Blinking Quickly Off The Battery Charge Indicator will be in the lower case form (e.g. Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is enabled, this indicator lights. 2-4 Chapter 2: Knowing the Parts When the capital lock light is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth. Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is OFF, the typed letters will not light when the battery is removed from the disk drive. Capital lock allows some of the keyboard...
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... internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. zzZ Icon (F1): Places the Eee PC in the Notification area after activation. LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Eee PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only -> CRT Only (External Monitor) -> LCD + CRT Clone -> LCD + CRT Extend. ASUS Eee PC 3-11 Keyboard Usage Special Function Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on the Eee PC's keyboard. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Crossed Screen...
... internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. zzZ Icon (F1): Places the Eee PC in the Notification area after activation. LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Eee PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only -> CRT Only (External Monitor) -> LCD + CRT Clone -> LCD + CRT Extend. ASUS Eee PC 3-11 Keyboard Usage Special Function Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on the Eee PC's keyboard. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Crossed Screen...