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... the Parts Top Side...1-2 Bottom Side...1-5 Front Side...1-6 Right Side...1-7 Left Side...1-8 Keyboard Usage...1-9 Special Function Keys 1-9 Touchpad Usage...1-11 Multi-finger gesture input (on selected models 1-11 Chapter 2: Getting Started Powering on your Eee PC...2-2 First-time Startup...2-3 Desktop...2-5 Network Connection...2-6 Configuring a wireless network connection 2-6 Local Area Network 2-7 Browsing web pages 2-10 Chapter 3: 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...
... the Parts Top Side...1-2 Bottom Side...1-5 Front Side...1-6 Right Side...1-7 Left Side...1-8 Keyboard Usage...1-9 Special Function Keys 1-9 Touchpad Usage...1-11 Multi-finger gesture input (on selected models 1-11 Chapter 2: Getting Started Powering on your Eee PC...2-2 First-time Startup...2-3 Desktop...2-5 Network Connection...2-6 Configuring a wireless network connection 2-6 Local Area Network 2-7 Browsing web pages 2-10 Chapter 3: 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...
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......3-8 Eee Tools...3-9 Boingo (on selected models 3-9 Microsoft® Office Trial...3-10 Digital Zoom Control...3-11 Function keys...3-11 Chapter 4: 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 Recovery Partition (F9 Recovery 4-4 Using the Support DVD 4-4 Boot Booster...4-6 Appendix Declarations and Safety Statements A-2 Copyright Information...A-12 Limitation of Liability...A-13 Service and Support...A-13 ASUS Eee PC iii
......3-8 Eee Tools...3-9 Boingo (on selected models 3-9 Microsoft® Office Trial...3-10 Digital Zoom Control...3-11 Function keys...3-11 Chapter 4: 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 Recovery Partition (F9 Recovery 4-4 Using the Support DVD 4-4 Boot Booster...4-6 Appendix Declarations and Safety Statements A-2 Copyright Information...A-12 Limitation of Liability...A-13 Service and Support...A-13 ASUS Eee PC iii
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... be differences between your Eee PC as follows: WARNING! TIP: Tips for special situations. 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 User's Manual: 1. Knowing the Parts Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. Appendix Gives you to data, components, or persons. Notes for safe operation. IMPORTANT!
... be differences between your Eee PC as follows: WARNING! TIP: Tips for special situations. 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 User's Manual: 1. Knowing the Parts Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. Appendix Gives you to data, components, or persons. Notes for safe operation. IMPORTANT!
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...expose to qualified personnel. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT expose to or use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. ASUS Eee PC DO NOT ...operate during electrical storms. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT leave the Eee PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Disconnect the AC power before cleaning. Do not place together with a dry cloth. Follow all servicing...
...expose to qualified personnel. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT expose to or use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. ASUS Eee PC DO NOT ...operate during electrical storms. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT leave the Eee PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Disconnect the AC power before cleaning. Do not place together with a dry cloth. Follow all servicing...
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.... ASUS Eee PC 1-3 Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is turned OFF. 6 Keyboard The keyboard provides keys with quick access to the Internet and key applications without entering the Windows® OS. Express Gate is an ASUS exclusive OS that require higher resolution support may not function normally. 4 Express Gate Button / Super Hybrid Power button (on models. Under the Windows OS, this button...
.... ASUS Eee PC 1-3 Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is turned OFF. 6 Keyboard The keyboard provides keys with quick access to the Internet and key applications without entering the Windows® OS. Express Gate is an ASUS exclusive OS that require higher resolution support may not function normally. 4 Express Gate Button / Super Hybrid Power button (on models. Under the Windows OS, this button...
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... wireless LAN/Bluetooth is turned OFF. This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is enabled, this indicator lights. 1-4 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on selected models). 7 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad and its buttons comprises a pointing device that provides the same functions as follows: Powered ON With Adapter High battery power (95%-100%) Green ON Medium battery power (11%-94%) Orange ON Low battery power (0%-10%) Orange Blinking Without Adapter Off Off Orange Blinking Powered...
... wireless LAN/Bluetooth is turned OFF. This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is enabled, this indicator lights. 1-4 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on selected models). 7 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad and its buttons comprises a pointing device that provides the same functions as follows: Powered ON With Adapter High battery power (95%-100%) Green ON Medium battery power (11%-94%) Orange ON Low battery power (0%-10%) Orange Blinking Without Adapter Off Off Orange Blinking Powered...
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... battery pack is not connected. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. When removing the battery pack, 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 the unlocked position to keep the battery pack secured. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external...
... battery pack is not connected. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. When removing the battery pack, 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 the unlocked position to keep the battery pack secured. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external...
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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 compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, and storage devices, connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). The built-in speakers. 3 Microphone Jack The microphone jack is designed to connect the microphone used for connection to...
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 compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, and storage devices, connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). The built-in speakers. 3 Microphone Jack The microphone jack is designed to connect the microphone used for connection to...
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... FROM YOUR BODY. 2 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGAcompatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Eee PC. THE ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. Power supplied through this jack. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects...
... FROM YOUR BODY. 2 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGAcompatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Eee PC. THE ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. Power supplied through this jack. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects...
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... after activation. The default setting is WLAN ON / Bluetooth OFF. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. The display resolution supports up to -RAM). Crossed Screen Icon (F7): Turns off the display backlight. ASUS Eee PC 1-9 Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness. Radio Tower (F2) (Wireless Models Only):Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. Applications that require higher resolution support may not function...
... after activation. The default setting is WLAN ON / Bluetooth OFF. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. The display resolution supports up to -RAM). Crossed Screen Icon (F7): Turns off the display backlight. ASUS Eee PC 1-9 Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness. Radio Tower (F2) (Wireless Models Only):Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. Applications that require higher resolution support may not function...
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... while the Eee PC is depleted to prolong battery life. 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting Started Remember to fully charge the battery before first use a different adapter to power the Eee PC. Connect the AC power adapter 3 1 2 2 1 3 110V-220V 3. Install the battery pack 2. Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use with a faulty ACDC adapter. • When you use and whenever it down to the table or...
... while the Eee PC is depleted to prolong battery life. 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting Started Remember to fully charge the battery before first use a different adapter to power the Eee PC. Connect the AC power adapter 3 1 2 2 1 3 110V-220V 3. Install the battery pack 2. Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use with a faulty ACDC adapter. • When you use and whenever it down to the table or...
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... 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 Windows® desktop by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for Eee PC> ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. ASUS Update The ASUS Update is also available in the support DVD that allows you to manage, save, and update...
... 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 Windows® desktop by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for Eee PC> ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. ASUS Update The ASUS Update is also available in the support DVD that allows you to manage, save, and update...
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... Control Panel, go to a Bluetooth-enabled device: 1. Press + repeatedly until Bluetooth ON or WLAN & Bluetooth ON is shown. 2. Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for connecting Bluetooth-enabled devices. To connect to Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center and then click Change adapter settings in the left blue pane. 3. Right-click Bluetooth Network Connection and select View Bluetooth Network Devices. 3-4 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC Examples of Bluetooth-enabled devices may be Notebook PCs, Desktop PCs, mobile phones, and PDAs. Bluetooth Connection...
... Control Panel, go to a Bluetooth-enabled device: 1. Press + repeatedly until Bluetooth ON or WLAN & Bluetooth ON is shown. 2. Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for connecting Bluetooth-enabled devices. To connect to Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center and then click Change adapter settings in the left blue pane. 3. Right-click Bluetooth Network Connection and select View Bluetooth Network Devices. 3-4 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC Examples of Bluetooth-enabled devices may be Notebook PCs, Desktop PCs, mobile phones, and PDAs. Bluetooth Connection...
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... on the display. Super Hybrid Engine Modes 6 7 Auto High Performance and Auto Power-Saving mode 8 are available only when applying or removing the power adapter. The power saving modes control many aspects of your external monitor functions abnormally in the Notification area, and select a preferred power mode. To change the power mode • Click Start > All Programs > ASUS > SuperHybridEngine. • Press + repeatedly to switch power modes. • Press the Super Hybrid Engine button 4 . 5 •...
... on the display. Super Hybrid Engine Modes 6 7 Auto High Performance and Auto Power-Saving mode 8 are available only when applying or removing the power adapter. The power saving modes control many aspects of your external monitor functions abnormally in the Notification area, and select a preferred power mode. To change the power mode • Click Start > All Programs > ASUS > SuperHybridEngine. • Press + repeatedly to switch power modes. • Press the Super Hybrid Engine button 4 . 5 •...
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... Setting Docking Setting allows you easy access to the configuration of the Eee Docking tool bar. LocaleMe LocaleMe is a web mapping service application, offering easy search for streets or companies sorted by checking the online updates. Boingo (on your Eee PC up-to configure the appearance and the position of the desktop background and the Ad-hoc mode. Use...
... Setting Docking Setting allows you easy access to the configuration of the Eee Docking tool bar. LocaleMe LocaleMe is a web mapping service application, offering easy search for streets or companies sorted by checking the online updates. Boingo (on your Eee PC up-to configure the appearance and the position of the desktop background and the Ad-hoc mode. Use...
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Function keys Zoom in or out Pan or tilt The following is in use Digital Zoom Control when making a video call or having a video chat. Press + to zoom in and + to pan right. Press + to pan left and + to zoom out. You can use . ASUS Eee PC 3-11 Digital Zoom Control (on selected models) Digital Zoom Control is a software that helps you control your built-in camera whenever it is the example when using E-Cam: You can zoom, pan or tilt the camera with Digital Zoom Control.
Function keys Zoom in or out Pan or tilt The following is in use Digital Zoom Control when making a video call or having a video chat. Press + to zoom in and + to pan right. Press + to pan left and + to zoom out. You can use . ASUS Eee PC 3-11 Digital Zoom Control (on selected models) Digital Zoom Control is a software that helps you control your built-in camera whenever it is the example when using E-Cam: You can zoom, pan or tilt the camera with Digital Zoom Control.
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Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications that the Eee PC supports. System information DVD content Technical support File list ASUS Eee PC 4-3 Drivers menu The Drivers menu shows available device drivers when the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to display the specified information. Click an icon to activate the devices. Contact Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. Other information The icons on the top right corner...
Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications that the Eee PC supports. System information DVD content Technical support File list ASUS Eee PC 4-3 Drivers menu The Drivers menu shows available device drivers when the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to display the specified information. Click an icon to activate the devices. Contact Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. Other information The icons on the top right corner...
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... quickly restores the operating system and installs drivers and utilities. Using Recovery Partition (F9 Recovery) About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition is a space reserved on your hard disk drive used to avoid recovery failure. Ensure to connect your Eee PC to the AC power adapter before you use the Support DVD to the end of any customized configuration settings (such as network settings). The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to start the system recovery. 3. Click Recovery in BIOS setup before using the Support DVD...
... quickly restores the operating system and installs drivers and utilities. Using Recovery Partition (F9 Recovery) About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition is a space reserved on your hard disk drive used to avoid recovery failure. Ensure to connect your Eee PC to the AC power adapter before you use the Support DVD to the end of any customized configuration settings (such as network settings). The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to start the system recovery. 3. Click Recovery in BIOS setup before using the Support DVD...
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..., keyboard, computer name, and user name to complete the recovery process. This support DVD is completed, restart the computer. 6. Press on other partitions. Select a partition and click NEXT. Recover system to restore the system. 4. DO NOT use the F9 recovery to entire HD This option will lose all partitions from below, allowing you make a backup of it on bootup and the Please select boot device screen appears. Select USB...
..., keyboard, computer name, and user name to complete the recovery process. This support DVD is completed, restart the computer. 6. Press on other partitions. Select a partition and click NEXT. Recover system to restore the system. 4. DO NOT use the F9 recovery to entire HD This option will lose all partitions from below, allowing you make a backup of it on bootup and the Please select boot device screen appears. Select USB...
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... 4: Support DVD & System Recovery If you complete hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). Remember to enable Boot Booster after you fail to disable Boot Booster: 1. Start the system and press on bootup. Press to show the POST screen. Boot Booster The Boot Booster item in BIOS setup helps shorten your Eee PC bootup time. Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Security Boot Exit Boot Device...
... 4: Support DVD & System Recovery If you complete hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). Remember to enable Boot Booster after you fail to disable Boot Booster: 1. Start the system and press on bootup. Press to show the POST screen. Boot Booster The Boot Booster item in BIOS setup helps shorten your Eee PC bootup time. Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Security Boot Exit Boot Device...