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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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... PC and how to use them.The following are used throughout this guide, allowing you safety statements. Knowing the Parts Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. The actual bundled applications differ by models and territories. Important information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are major sections of this User's Manual: 1. NOTE: Information for...
... PC and how to use them.The following are used throughout this guide, allowing you safety statements. Knowing the Parts Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. The actual bundled applications differ by models and territories. Important information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are major sections of this User's Manual: 1. NOTE: Information for...
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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. Follow all servicing to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Do not place together with a dry cloth. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT use near the surface. DO NOT disassemble the battery. DO...
... NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Follow all servicing to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Do not place together with a dry cloth. DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT use near the surface. DO NOT disassemble the battery. DO...
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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 Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator (LED) shows the battery charging status as a desktop mouse. 7 Status Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is in the Save-to-RAM (Suspend) mode. Press the switch once to turn OFF the Eee...
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 Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator (LED) shows the battery charging status as a desktop mouse. 7 Status Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is in the Save-to-RAM (Suspend) mode. Press the switch once to turn OFF the Eee...
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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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... a dedicated compartment. Audio features are software controlled. 1-6 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this spring lock must be retained in the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is inserted, it will automatically lock. Move the manual lock to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory Compartment The memory module is secured...
... a dedicated compartment. Audio features are software controlled. 1-6 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this spring lock must be retained in the unlocked position. 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is inserted, it will automatically lock. Move the manual lock to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory Compartment The memory module is secured...
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... 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). 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 narrations, or simple audio recordings. 2 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is also designed to connect the microphone used for connection to amplified speakers...
... 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). 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 narrations, or simple audio recordings. 2 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is also designed to connect the microphone used for connection to amplified speakers...
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... on a larger external display. 3 USB Port (2.0/1.1) 4 Air Vents The air vents allow viewing on this jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the Eee PC and charges the internal battery pack.To prevent damage to the Eee PC and battery pack, always use with this side of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 5 Memory Card Slot The built-in memory card reader can read SD...
... on a larger external display. 3 USB Port (2.0/1.1) 4 Air Vents The air vents allow viewing on this jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the Eee PC and charges the internal battery pack.To prevent damage to the Eee PC and battery pack, always use with this side of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 5 Memory Card Slot The built-in memory card reader can read SD...
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... display brightness. The default setting is WLAN ON / Bluetooth OFF. Radio Tower (F2) (Wireless Models Only):Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. The display resolution supports up to adjust the display resolution. Keyboard Usage Special Function Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on -screen-display. Touchpad (F3): Toggles the touchpad ON/OFF. Some function icons appear in suspend mode (Save-to-RAM). When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light...
... display brightness. The default setting is WLAN ON / Bluetooth OFF. Radio Tower (F2) (Wireless Models Only):Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. The display resolution supports up to adjust the display resolution. Keyboard Usage Special Function Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on -screen-display. Touchpad (F3): Toggles the touchpad ON/OFF. Some function icons appear in suspend mode (Save-to-RAM). When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light...
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... volume. The selected mode is equivalent to the beginning of the line. Num Lk (Insert): Toggles the numeric keypad (number lock) ON and OFF. Home (←): Press to move the pointer to view the application process or terminates applications. Allows use a larger portion of the keyboard for cell navigation. Windows icon: Displays the start menu. Pg Up (↑): Press to scroll...
... volume. The selected mode is equivalent to the beginning of the line. Num Lk (Insert): Toggles the numeric keypad (number lock) ON and OFF. Home (←): Press to move the pointer to view the application process or terminates applications. Allows use a larger portion of the keyboard for cell navigation. Windows icon: Displays the start menu. Pg Up (↑): Press to scroll...
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... Eee PC. 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 a different adapter to prolong battery life. 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting Started Connect the AC power adapter 33 11 3 1 22 2 22 2 11 1 3 110V-220V 3 110V-220V 3 110V-220V 3. Turn ON the Eee PC Damage may result in the loss of working data. The...
... Eee PC. 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 a different adapter to prolong battery life. 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting Started Connect the AC power adapter 33 11 3 1 22 2 22 2 11 1 3 110V-220V 3 110V-220V 3 110V-220V 3. Turn ON the Eee PC Damage may result in the loss of working data. The...
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... make the connected external monitor function abnormally. ASUS Eee PC 2-5 ASUS EeePC Tray Utility The preloaded ASUS EeePC Tray utility allows you to turn it on or off some devices to minimize the power consumption and helps you select LCD Compress Mode. Select an option to adjust the display resolution. The unavailable options are unavailable when there is Power Saving, DO NOT use a resolution higher than 1024 x 600 pixels. You need not scroll...
... make the connected external monitor function abnormally. ASUS Eee PC 2-5 ASUS EeePC Tray Utility The preloaded ASUS EeePC Tray utility allows you to turn it on or off some devices to minimize the power consumption and helps you select LCD Compress Mode. Select an option to adjust the display resolution. The unavailable options are unavailable when there is Power Saving, DO NOT use a resolution higher than 1024 x 600 pixels. You need not scroll...
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... always need to enter the correct key before configuring a wireless network connection. I cannot build a wireless connection to activate the wireless LAN function. 1. The network you would like to connect is encrypted, you need a correct key for the encrypted wireless network. 2. I am asked questions below for the wireless connection. Weak signal strength may fail the connection. Ensure that the router setup is enabled before using this network. Is my USB 3G wireless data card/wireless router compatible with Eee PC Windows XP...
... always need to enter the correct key before configuring a wireless network connection. I cannot build a wireless connection to activate the wireless LAN function. 1. The network you would like to connect is encrypted, you need a correct key for the encrypted wireless network. 2. I am asked questions below for the wireless connection. Weak signal strength may fail the connection. Ensure that the router setup is enabled before using this network. Is my USB 3G wireless data card/wireless router compatible with Eee PC Windows XP...
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... Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for Eee PC> ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3-2 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC This utility is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the Eee PC BIOS in your Eee PC. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). The ASUS Update utility...
... Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for Eee PC> ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3-2 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC This utility is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the Eee PC BIOS in your Eee PC. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). The ASUS Update utility...
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... select the device type. Click My Bluetooth Places on selected models) Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for connecting Bluetooth-enabled devices. To decide the Bluetooth services this device offers, click Next to finish initialization. To connect to continue. 6. Select the service you would like to offer from the list and click Next to a Bluetooth-enabled device: 1. Click Next to continue. 4. Click Next to start setting up the Bluetooth connection. 3-4 Chapter 3: Using the Eee...
... select the device type. Click My Bluetooth Places on selected models) Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for connecting Bluetooth-enabled devices. To decide the Bluetooth services this device offers, click Next to finish initialization. To connect to continue. 6. Select the service you would like to offer from the list and click Next to a Bluetooth-enabled device: 1. Click Next to continue. 4. Click Next to start setting up the Bluetooth connection. 3-4 Chapter 3: Using the Eee...
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After the paired relationship is 10. Click Skip to continue. 11. ASUS Eee PC 3-5 A message appears to show built, select the service you are that the selected shortcuts interested in from the list and click Next. 8. Bluetooth Places screen of Windows Explorer. the initial bluetooth configuration. 7. Click Ok to set up connection 11. Select a Bluetooth-enabled device from the list and have been created on the My click Next to complete later and continue. Enter the Bluetooth security code and start pairing. 9. Click Finish to continue.
After the paired relationship is 10. Click Skip to continue. 11. ASUS Eee PC 3-5 A message appears to show built, select the service you are that the selected shortcuts interested in from the list and click Next. 8. Bluetooth Places screen of Windows Explorer. the initial bluetooth configuration. 7. Click Ok to set up connection 11. Select a Bluetooth-enabled device from the list and have been created on the My click Next to complete later and continue. Enter the Bluetooth security code and start pairing. 9. Click Finish to continue.
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... display. The assigned instant key toggles power savings between AC mode and battery mode. 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 maximize performance versus battery time. If 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...
... display. The assigned instant key toggles power savings between AC mode and battery mode. 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 maximize performance versus battery time. If 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...
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... utilities installed on your Eee PC at the factory. Ensure to back up your important data before 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. System Recovery You will lose all your data during bootup (requires a Recovery Partition) Disable Boot Booster in BIOS setup before recovering...
... utilities installed on your Eee PC at the factory. Ensure to back up your important data before 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. System Recovery You will lose all your data during bootup (requires a Recovery Partition) Disable Boot Booster in BIOS setup before recovering...
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... complete hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). Press to Sub Screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. 3. If you fail to enable Boot Booster after you change or system recovery. 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...
... complete hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). Press to Sub Screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. 3. If you fail to enable Boot Booster after you change or system recovery. 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...