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...Knowing 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...2-4 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...
...Knowing 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...2-4 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...
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... 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...3-6 Super Hybrid Engine Modes 3-6 Eee Docking...3-7 Eee Amuse...3-7 Eee Sharing...3-8 Eee Xperience...3-8 Eee Tools...3-9 Boingo (on selected models 3-9 Microsoft® Office Trial...3-10 Chapter 4: System Recovery System Recovery...4-2 Using Recovery Partition 4-2 Boot Booster...4-3 Appendix Declarations and Safety Statements A-2 Copyright Information...A-12 Limitation of Liability...A-13 Service and Support...A-13 ASUS...
... 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...3-6 Super Hybrid Engine Modes 3-6 Eee Docking...3-7 Eee Amuse...3-7 Eee Sharing...3-8 Eee Xperience...3-8 Eee Tools...3-9 Boingo (on selected models 3-9 Microsoft® Office Trial...3-10 Chapter 4: System Recovery System Recovery...4-2 Using Recovery Partition 4-2 Boot Booster...4-3 Appendix Declarations and Safety Statements A-2 Copyright Information...A-12 Limitation of Liability...A-13 Service and Support...A-13 ASUS...
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... follows: WARNING! Notes for safe operation. iv Table of importance as being correct. The actual bundled applications differ by models and territories. IMPORTANT! Getting Started Provides information on the Eee PC's components. 2. Knowing the Parts Provides information on getting started with the Eee PC. 3. Appendix Gives you information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. Please accept your Eee...
... follows: WARNING! Notes for safe operation. iv Table of importance as being correct. The actual bundled applications differ by models and territories. IMPORTANT! Getting Started Provides information on the Eee PC's components. 2. Knowing the Parts Provides information on getting started with the Eee PC. 3. Appendix Gives you information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. Please accept your Eee...
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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 press or touch the display panel. Do not place together with a dry cloth. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on your lap or any part of...
... NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Do not place together with a dry cloth. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on your lap or any part of...
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... it to -RAM (Suspend) mode. The keyboard differs depending on models. 6 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad and its buttons comprises a pointing device that provides the same functions as follows: 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 opened. 1 Microphone (Built-in) 2 Built-in Camera 3 Display Panel 4 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Eee PC and recovering from STR.
... it to -RAM (Suspend) mode. The keyboard differs depending on models. 6 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad and its buttons comprises a pointing device that provides the same functions as follows: 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 opened. 1 Microphone (Built-in) 2 Built-in Camera 3 Display Panel 4 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Eee PC and recovering from STR.
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...-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on selected models). 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 Powered OFF / Standby mode 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 Without Adapter Off Off Off Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Indicator The hard disk drive indicator blinks...
...-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on selected models). 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 Powered OFF / Standby mode 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 Without Adapter Off Off Off Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Indicator The hard disk drive indicator blinks...
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... the battery pack. 4 Memory Compartment The memory module is used to hear audio without additional attachments. Move the manual lock to the unlocked position to the Eee PC when AC power is inserted, it will automatically lock. Audio features are software controlled. 1-6 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). Manual The manual battery lock...
... the battery pack. 4 Memory Compartment The memory module is used to hear audio without additional attachments. Move the manual lock to the unlocked position to the Eee PC when AC power is inserted, it will automatically lock. Audio features are software controlled. 1-6 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). Manual The manual battery lock...
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... or headphones. The jack is also designed to connect the microphone used for connection to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). The built-in a series up to a local network. Also, the USB supports hot-swapping function. 3 Kensington® Lock port The Kensington® lock port allows the Eee PC to be removed from a fixed object. 4 LAN Port The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port (10/100M bit) supports a standard Ethernet cable for Skype, voice...
... or headphones. The jack is also designed to connect the microphone used for connection to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). The built-in a series up to a local network. Also, the USB supports hot-swapping function. 3 Kensington® Lock port The Kensington® lock port allows the Eee PC to be removed from a fixed object. 4 LAN Port The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port (10/100M bit) supports a standard Ethernet cable for Skype, voice...
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... power for use the supplied power adapter. 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.To prevent damage to exit the Eee PC. BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. 2 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGAcompatible device such as a monitor...
... power for use the supplied power adapter. 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.To prevent damage to exit the Eee PC. BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. 2 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGAcompatible device such as a monitor...
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... Notification area after activation. Touchpad (F3): Toggles the touchpad ON/OFF. ASUS Eee PC 1-9 The display resolution supports up to adjust the display resolution. LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Eee PC's LCD display and an external monitor. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. The default setting is WLAN ON / Bluetooth OFF. Keyboard Usage Special Function Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on -screen-display. Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness. The colored...
... Notification area after activation. Touchpad (F3): Toggles the touchpad ON/OFF. ASUS Eee PC 1-9 The display resolution supports up to adjust the display resolution. LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Eee PC's LCD display and an external monitor. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. The default setting is WLAN ON / Bluetooth OFF. Keyboard Usage Special Function Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on -screen-display. Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness. The colored...
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... equivalent to right-clicking the touchpad/mouse on the display. Scr Lk (Delete): Toggles the "Scroll Lock" ON and OFF. Windows icon: Displays the start menu. Task Manager Icon (F9): Initiates the Task Manager to the beginning of the line. Volume Up Icon (F12): Increases the speaker volume. Allows use a larger portion of the keyboard for cell navigation. Allows you to the end of the...
... equivalent to right-clicking the touchpad/mouse on the display. Scr Lk (Delete): Toggles the "Scroll Lock" ON and OFF. Windows icon: Displays the start menu. Task Manager Icon (F9): Initiates the Task Manager to the beginning of the line. Volume Up Icon (F12): Increases the speaker volume. Allows use a larger portion of the keyboard for cell navigation. Allows you to the end of the...
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... Started Install the battery pack 2. Never lift the Eee PC by the display panel! • Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this may occur if you open the display panel, do not force it is turned ON, as this Eee PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer for using your Eee PC. 1. Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use...
... Started Install the battery pack 2. Never lift the Eee PC by the display panel! • Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this may occur if you open the display panel, do not force it is turned ON, as this Eee PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer for using your Eee PC. 1. Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use...
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... adjust the display resolution easily. When the display mode of your needs. Adjusting the display resolution Click the ASUS EeePC Tray Utility icon in the Notification area and the utility shows the available options: Disable WLAN: Turns on your Eee PC is CRT Only and the power mode is no connected external monitors. Enabling and Disabling Devices To disable or enable devices 1. The CRT-related options are dimmed. Doing so would make the connected external monitor function abnormally. Select an option...
... adjust the display resolution easily. When the display mode of your needs. Adjusting the display resolution Click the ASUS EeePC Tray Utility icon in the Notification area and the utility shows the available options: Disable WLAN: Turns on your Eee PC is CRT Only and the power mode is no connected external monitors. Enabling and Disabling Devices To disable or enable devices 1. The CRT-related options are dimmed. Doing so would make the connected external monitor function abnormally. Select an option...
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... wireless card/router manufacturer if you would like to connect is enabled before using this network. If not, press + to my wireless router. asus.com/eeewirelessxphowto.html. I am asked questions below for quick solutions to your own wireless router, you follow the instructions in the manual and fail to build a wireless network connection successfully. WLAN Setup FAQ (Windows XP) If you will always need to enter the correct key before configuring a wireless network connection...
... wireless card/router manufacturer if you would like to connect is enabled before using this network. If not, press + to my wireless router. asus.com/eeewirelessxphowto.html. I am asked questions below for quick solutions to your own wireless router, you follow the instructions in the manual and fail to build a wireless network connection successfully. WLAN Setup FAQ (Windows XP) If you will always need to enter the correct key before configuring a wireless network connection...
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.... ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet 1. This utility is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the Eee PC BIOS in your Eee PC. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Select Update BIOS from Internet from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for Eee PC> ASUSUpdate. Launch the ASUS Update utility...
.... ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet 1. This utility is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the Eee PC BIOS in your Eee PC. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Select Update BIOS from Internet from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for Eee PC> ASUSUpdate. Launch the ASUS Update utility...
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... selected models) Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for connecting Bluetooth-enabled devices. Select the service you would like to offer from the list and click Next to finish initialization. Press + repeatedly until Bluetooth ON or WLAN & Bluetooth ON is shown. 2. Click Next to continue. 3. Click Next to start setting up the Bluetooth connection. 3-4 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC Bluetooth Connection (on the desktop and follow the onscreen instructions...
... selected models) Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for connecting Bluetooth-enabled devices. Select the service you would like to offer from the list and click Next to finish initialization. Press + repeatedly until Bluetooth ON or WLAN & Bluetooth ON is shown. 2. Click Next to continue. 3. Click Next to start setting up the Bluetooth connection. 3-4 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC Bluetooth Connection (on the desktop and follow the onscreen instructions...
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A message appears to show built, select the service you are that the selected shortcuts interested in from the list and click Next. 8. Click Skip to continue. 11. ASUS Eee PC 3-5 7. Bluetooth Places screen of Windows Explorer. After the paired relationship is 10. Click Ok to set up connection 11. the initial bluetooth configuration. Click Finish to continue. Enter the Bluetooth security code and start pairing. 9. Select a Bluetooth-enabled device from the list and have been created on the My click Next to complete later and continue.
A message appears to show built, select the service you are that the selected shortcuts interested in from the list and click Next. 8. Click Skip to continue. 11. ASUS Eee PC 3-5 7. Bluetooth Places screen of Windows Explorer. After the paired relationship is 10. Click Ok to set up connection 11. the initial bluetooth configuration. Click Finish to continue. Enter the Bluetooth security code and start pairing. 9. Select a Bluetooth-enabled device from the list and have been created on the My click Next to complete later and continue.
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... or removing the power adapter. The power saving modes control many aspects of 1024 x 768 pixels or higher, press + repeatedly to switch the display mode to LCD Only or LCD + CRT Clone and reset the power mode to High Performance or Super Performance. 3-6 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC To change the power mode • Click Start > All Programs > ASUS > SuperHybridEngine. • Press + repeatedly to maximize performance versus battery time. If your external monitor functions...
... or removing the power adapter. The power saving modes control many aspects of 1024 x 768 pixels or higher, press + repeatedly to switch the display mode to LCD Only or LCD + CRT Clone and reset the power mode to High Performance or Super Performance. 3-6 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC To change the power mode • Click Start > All Programs > ASUS > SuperHybridEngine. • Press + repeatedly to maximize performance versus battery time. If your external monitor functions...
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... instructions to start the system recovery. 3. Ensure to back up your important data before your perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition. Using the Recovery Partition: 1. Click the check mark button to complete the recovery process. 4-2 Chapter 4: System Recovery Using Recovery Partition About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition is a space reserved on your Eee PC at the factory. Press during the system recovery. Refer to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed...
... instructions to start the system recovery. 3. Ensure to back up your important data before your perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition. Using the Recovery Partition: 1. Click the check mark button to complete the recovery process. 4-2 Chapter 4: System Recovery Using Recovery Partition About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition is a space reserved on your Eee PC at the factory. Press during the system recovery. Refer to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed...
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... hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Security Boot Exit Boot Device Priority Boot Settings Configuration OnBoard LAN Boot ROM [Enabled] Boot Booster [Disabled] Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence. If you set the CD-ROM drive as the first boot device. ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item Enter Go to [Disabled]. Boot Booster The Boot Booster item in BIOS setup helps shorten your Eee PC bootup time. Start...
... hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). Main BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Security Boot Exit Boot Device Priority Boot Settings Configuration OnBoard LAN Boot ROM [Enabled] Boot Booster [Disabled] Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence. If you set the CD-ROM drive as the first boot device. ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item Enter Go to [Disabled]. Boot Booster The Boot Booster item in BIOS setup helps shorten your Eee PC bootup time. Start...