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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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... by models and territories. NOTE: Information for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of importance as being correct. System Recovery Gives you safety statements. Notes for special situations. TIP: Tips for safe operation. iv Table of this User's Manual: 1. Getting Started Provides...
... by models and territories. NOTE: Information for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of importance as being correct. System Recovery Gives you safety statements. Notes for special situations. TIP: Tips for safe operation. iv Table of this User's Manual: 1. Getting Started Provides...
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...touch the display panel. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Disconnect the AC power before cleaning. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of warm water and remove... items that may scratch or enter the Eee PC. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. ASUS Eee PC Follow all servicing to or use the modem during a gas ...
...touch the display panel. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Disconnect the AC power before cleaning. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of warm water and remove... items that may scratch or enter the Eee PC. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. ASUS Eee PC Follow all servicing to or use the modem during a gas ...
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... Eee PC is in Camera 3 Display Panel 4 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Eee PC and recovering from STR. This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is opened. 1 Microphone (Built-in) 2 Built-in the Save-to-RAM (Suspend) mode. The power switch only works when the display panel is turned OFF. 5 Keyboard The keyboard provides keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed) and...
... Eee PC is in Camera 3 Display Panel 4 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Eee PC and recovering from STR. This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is opened. 1 Microphone (Built-in) 2 Built-in the Save-to-RAM (Suspend) mode. The power switch only works when the display panel is turned OFF. 5 Keyboard The keyboard provides keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed) and...
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...-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on selected models). Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is enabled, this indicator lights. 1-4 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts 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...
...-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on selected models). Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is enabled, this indicator lights. 1-4 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts 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...
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... manual lock to the unlocked position to hear audio without additional attachments. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Audio features are software controlled. 1-6 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts 1 Battery Lock - Front Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. 1 1 Audio Speaker System The built-in the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when connected...
... manual lock to the unlocked position to hear audio without additional attachments. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Audio features are software controlled. 1-6 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts 1 Battery Lock - Front Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. 1 1 Audio Speaker System The built-in the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when connected...
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... network. Also, the USB supports hot-swapping function. 3 Kensington® Lock port The Kensington® lock port allows the Eee PC to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). The jack is also designed to connect the microphone used for Skype, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 2 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 be removed from a fixed object. 4 LAN Port The...
... network. Also, the USB supports hot-swapping function. 3 Kensington® Lock port The Kensington® lock port allows the Eee PC to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). The jack is also designed to connect the microphone used for Skype, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 2 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 be removed from a fixed object. 4 LAN Port The...
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... use the supplied power adapter. THE ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. 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 or projector to allow viewing on this side of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 5 Memory Card Slot The built-in memory card reader...
... use the supplied power adapter. THE ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. 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 or projector to allow viewing on this side of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 5 Memory Card Slot The built-in memory card reader...
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When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Resolution Selection (F4): Press to 1024x600 pixels only under Win7 OS. Crossed Screen Icon (F7): Turns off the display backlight. LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Eee PC's LCD display and an external monitor. The default setting is WLAN ON / Bluetooth OFF. The display resolution supports up to adjust the display resolution. Keyboard Usage Special Function Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on selected models) ON...
When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Resolution Selection (F4): Press to 1024x600 pixels only under Win7 OS. Crossed Screen Icon (F7): Turns off the display backlight. LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Eee PC's LCD display and an external monitor. The default setting is WLAN ON / Bluetooth OFF. The display resolution supports up to adjust the display resolution. Keyboard Usage Special Function Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on selected models) ON...
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... the keyboard for number entering. Windows icon: Displays the start menu. Task Manager Icon (F9): Initiates the Task Manager to scroll up in documents or the web browser. Super Hybrid Engine (Fn+Space Bar): Toggles among various power saving modes. Home (←): Press to move the pointer to scroll down in documents or the web browser. Volume Up Icon (F12): Increases the speaker volume. Allows use...
... the keyboard for number entering. Windows icon: Displays the start menu. Task Manager Icon (F9): Initiates the Task Manager to scroll up in documents or the web browser. Super Hybrid Engine (Fn+Space Bar): Toggles among various power saving modes. Home (←): Press to move the pointer to scroll down in documents or the web browser. Volume Up Icon (F12): Increases the speaker volume. Allows use...
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... of working data. Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use and whenever it down to the table or else the hinges may occur to the Eee PC. Install the battery pack 2. The input voltage range between the wall outlet and this may occur if you open the display panel, do not force it is turned ON...
... of working data. Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use and whenever it down to the table or else the hinges may occur to the Eee PC. Install the battery pack 2. The input voltage range between the wall outlet and this may occur if you open the display panel, do not force it is turned ON...
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... so would make the connected external monitor function abnormally. When the display mode of your Eee PC is CRT Only and the power mode is no connected external monitors. 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 and off the wireless LAN connection. 2. You need not scroll up and down the screen when you select LCD Compress Mode. ASUS Eee PC...
... so would make the connected external monitor function abnormally. When the display mode of your Eee PC is CRT Only and the power mode is no connected external monitors. 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 and off the wireless LAN connection. 2. You need not scroll up and down the screen when you select LCD Compress Mode. ASUS Eee PC...
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... the wireless signal strength. I cannot build a wireless connection to activate the wireless LAN function. 1. WLAN Setup FAQ (Windows XP) If you follow the instructions in the manual and fail to connect is encrypted, you need a correct key for the wireless connection. Refer to the frequently asked to your router and ensure that the wireless LAN function is enabled before using this network. The network you have a compatible issue. 3. Is my USB 3G wireless data card/wireless router...
... the wireless signal strength. I cannot build a wireless connection to activate the wireless LAN function. 1. WLAN Setup FAQ (Windows XP) If you follow the instructions in the manual and fail to connect is encrypted, you need a correct key for the wireless connection. Refer to the frequently asked to your router and ensure that the wireless LAN function is enabled before using this network. The network you have a compatible issue. 3. Is my USB 3G wireless data card/wireless router...
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... PC Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. This utility is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the Eee PC BIOS in your Eee PC. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet 1. Select Update BIOS from Internet from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for Eee PC> ASUSUpdate. ASUS Update The ASUS Update...
... PC Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. This utility is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the Eee PC BIOS in your Eee PC. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet 1. Select Update BIOS from Internet from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for Eee PC> ASUSUpdate. ASUS Update The ASUS Update...
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... a Bluetooth-enabled device: 1. To connect to continue. 3. To decide the Bluetooth services this device offers, click Next to continue. 4. Click Next to continue. 5. Select the service you would like to offer from the list and click Next to continue. 6. Press + repeatedly until Bluetooth ON or WLAN & Bluetooth ON is shown. 2. Bluetooth Connection (on the desktop and follow the onscreen instructions to start setting up the Bluetooth connection. 3-4 Chapter 3: Using...
... a Bluetooth-enabled device: 1. To connect to continue. 3. To decide the Bluetooth services this device offers, click Next to continue. 4. Click Next to continue. 5. Select the service you would like to offer from the list and click Next to continue. 6. Press + repeatedly until Bluetooth ON or WLAN & Bluetooth ON is shown. 2. Bluetooth Connection (on the desktop and follow the onscreen instructions to start setting up the Bluetooth connection. 3-4 Chapter 3: Using...
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7. 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 Finish to set up connection 11. Click Skip to complete later and continue. the initial bluetooth configuration. Bluetooth Places screen of Windows Explorer. After the paired relationship is 10. Click Ok 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 continue. 11. ASUS Eee PC 3-5
7. 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 Finish to set up connection 11. Click Skip to complete later and continue. the initial bluetooth configuration. Bluetooth Places screen of Windows Explorer. After the paired relationship is 10. Click Ok 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 continue. 11. ASUS Eee PC 3-5
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... or LCD + CRT Clone and reset the power mode to High Performance or Super Performance. 3-6 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC Applying or removing the power adapter will automatically switch the system between various power saving modes. To change the power mode • Click Start > All Programs > ASUS > SuperHybridEngine. • Press + repeatedly to maximize performance versus battery time. The assigned instant key toggles power savings between AC mode and battery mode. If your external monitor functions...
... or LCD + CRT Clone and reset the power mode to High Performance or Super Performance. 3-6 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC Applying or removing the power adapter will automatically switch the system between various power saving modes. To change the power mode • Click Start > All Programs > ASUS > SuperHybridEngine. • Press + repeatedly to maximize performance versus battery time. The assigned instant key toggles power savings between AC mode and battery mode. If your external monitor functions...
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... lose all your perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition. Using Recovery Partition About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition is a space reserved on your hard disk drive used to the end of this chapter for details. 2. Press during the system recovery. Refer to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your system. Using the Recovery Partition: 1. The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to back up your...
... lose all your perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition. Using Recovery Partition About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition is a space reserved on your hard disk drive used to the end of this chapter for details. 2. Press during the system recovery. Refer to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your system. Using the Recovery Partition: 1. The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to back up your...
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... on bootup to disable Boot Booster: 1. Press again to [Disabled]. 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. ASUS Eee PC 4-3 Start the system and press on bootup. However, you MUST disable this BIOS item before you complete hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). Follow the instructions below to show...
... on bootup to disable Boot Booster: 1. Press again to [Disabled]. 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. ASUS Eee PC 4-3 Start the system and press on bootup. However, you MUST disable this BIOS item before you complete hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). Follow the instructions below to show...