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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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......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 Federal Communications Commission Statement A-2 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement A-3 Declaration of Conformity(R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC A-4 IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada A-4 CE Mark Warning...A-6 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains A-7 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands A-7 UL Safety Notices...A-8 Power...
......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 Federal Communications Commission Statement A-2 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement A-3 Declaration of Conformity(R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC A-4 IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada A-4 CE Mark Warning...A-6 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains A-7 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands A-7 UL Safety Notices...A-8 Power...
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... and warnings are major sections of this guide, allowing you information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. IMPORTANT! There may be followed to prevent damage to data, components, or persons. Support DVD and System Recovery Gives you to use them.The following are used throughout this User's Manual: 1. Knowing the Parts Provides information on getting started with the Eee PC. 3. Appendix Gives...
... and warnings are major sections of this guide, allowing you information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. IMPORTANT! There may be followed to prevent damage to data, components, or persons. Support DVD and System Recovery Gives you to use them.The following are used throughout this User's Manual: 1. Knowing the Parts Provides information on getting started with the Eee PC. 3. Appendix Gives...
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... 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. Do not use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. ASUS Eee PC Follow all servicing to or use strong solvents such as described in fire. DO NOT use damaged power cords...
... 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. Do not use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. ASUS Eee PC Follow all servicing to or use strong solvents such as described in fire. DO NOT use damaged power cords...
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... 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. Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is opened. This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is turned OFF. ASUS Eee PC 1-3 The power switch only works when the display panel is in Camera 3 Display Panel 4 Touchpad key...
... 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. Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is opened. This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is turned OFF. ASUS Eee PC 1-3 The power switch only works when the display panel is in Camera 3 Display Panel 4 Touchpad key...
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... Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is enabled, this indicator lights. When the built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on models with built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is activated when lighted. 1-4 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is written to or read from the disk drive. Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator (LED) shows the battery charging status 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 Powered...
... Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is enabled, this indicator lights. When the built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on models with built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is activated when lighted. 1-4 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is written to or read from the disk drive. Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator (LED) shows the battery charging status 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 Powered...
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... disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Battery Lock - 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 is not connected. Move the manual lock to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory Compartment The memory module is secured in stereo speaker system allows you to insert or remove...
... disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Battery Lock - 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 is not connected. Move the manual lock to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory Compartment The memory module is secured in stereo speaker system allows you to insert or remove...
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... cards. 2 Headphone Output Jack The 1/8" stereo headphone jack (3.5mm) connects the Eee PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. ASUS Eee PC 1-7 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...
... cards. 2 Headphone Output Jack The 1/8" stereo headphone jack (3.5mm) connects the Eee PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. ASUS Eee PC 1-7 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...
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... 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 cool air to enter and warm air to the Eee PC and battery pack, always use with this jack supplies power to the Eee PC and charges the internal battery pack.To prevent damage...
... 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 cool air to enter and warm air to the Eee PC and battery pack, always use with this jack supplies power to the Eee PC and charges the internal battery pack.To prevent damage...
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... 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. Touchpad (F3): Toggles the touchpad ON/OFF. Keyboard Usage Special Function Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on -screen-display. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on model but the functions should remain the same. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light.
... 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. Touchpad (F3): Toggles the touchpad ON/OFF. Keyboard Usage Special Function Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on -screen-display. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on model but the functions should remain the same. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light.
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... or the web browser. Menu with pointer icon : Activates the properties menu and is shown on an object. 1-10 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts Allows use a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering. Scr Lk (Delete): Toggles the "Scroll Lock" ON and OFF. Volume Down Icon (F11): Decreases speaker volume. Allows you to right-clicking the touchpad/mouse on the display. Pg Dn (↓): Press...
... or the web browser. Menu with pointer icon : Activates the properties menu and is shown on an object. 1-10 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts Allows use a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering. Scr Lk (Delete): Toggles the "Scroll Lock" ON and OFF. Volume Down Icon (F11): Decreases speaker volume. Allows you to right-clicking the touchpad/mouse on the display. Pg Dn (↓): Press...
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... or specifically approved by the display panel! • Only use a different adapter to power the Eee PC. Connect the AC power adapter 3 1 2 2 1 3 110V-220V 3. Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use with a faulty ACDC adapter. • When you use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this may result in the loss of this adapter is +19Vdc, 2.1A. • Never attempt to remove the battery pack...
... or specifically approved by the display panel! • Only use a different adapter to power the Eee PC. Connect the AC power adapter 3 1 2 2 1 3 110V-220V 3. Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use with a faulty ACDC adapter. • When you use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this may result in the loss of this adapter is +19Vdc, 2.1A. • Never attempt to remove the battery pack...
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... Windows® environment. ASUS Update The ASUS Update is also available in the support DVD that allows you to manage, save, and update the Eee PC BIOS in your Eee PC and is a utility that comes with the Eee PC package. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3-2 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC The ASUS Update utility...
... Windows® environment. ASUS Update The ASUS Update is also available in the support DVD that allows you to manage, save, and update the Eee PC BIOS in your Eee PC and is a utility that comes with the Eee PC package. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet 1. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3-2 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC The ASUS Update utility...
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... 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 Bluetooth Connection (on selected models) This device contains FCC ID: TLZ-BT253 and IC ID:6100A-AWBT253. From Control Panel, go to a Bluetooth-enabled device: 1. Examples of Bluetooth-enabled devices may be Notebook PCs...
... 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 Bluetooth Connection (on selected models) This device contains FCC ID: TLZ-BT253 and IC ID:6100A-AWBT253. From Control Panel, go to a Bluetooth-enabled device: 1. Examples of Bluetooth-enabled devices may be Notebook PCs...
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... versus battery time.The selected mode is shown on the display. Super Hybrid Engine Modes Auto High Performance and Auto Power-Saving mode are available only when applying or removing the power adapter. To change the power mode • Click Start > All Programs > ASUS > SuperHybridEngine. • Press + repeatedly to switch power modes. • Right-click the Super Hybrid Engine icon in Power Saving mode at a resolution of your external monitor functions abnormally...
... versus battery time.The selected mode is shown on the display. Super Hybrid Engine Modes Auto High Performance and Auto Power-Saving mode are available only when applying or removing the power adapter. To change the power mode • Click Start > All Programs > ASUS > SuperHybridEngine. • Press + repeatedly to switch power modes. • Right-click the Super Hybrid Engine icon in Power Saving mode at a resolution of your external monitor functions abnormally...
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... companies sorted by checking the online updates. Use one account at more than 100,000 hotspots around the world, including airports, hotels, cafes and restaurants. Font Resizer Font Resizer allows you to adjust the font/text size on selected models) Boingo gives you quick access to global Wi-Fi services with a special price via the pre-installed Boingo utility.
... companies sorted by checking the online updates. Use one account at more than 100,000 hotspots around the world, including airports, hotels, cafes and restaurants. Font Resizer Font Resizer allows you to adjust the font/text size on selected models) Boingo gives you quick access to global Wi-Fi services with a special price via the pre-installed Boingo utility.
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System information DVD content Technical support File list ASUS Eee PC 4-3 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen provide additional information on the Eee PC and the contents of the support DVD. Install the necessary drivers to display the specified information. Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications that the Eee PC supports. Click an icon to activate the devices. Contact Click...
System information DVD content Technical support File list ASUS Eee PC 4-3 Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen provide additional information on the Eee PC and the contents of the support DVD. Install the necessary drivers to display the specified information. Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications that the Eee PC supports. Click an icon to activate the devices. Contact Click...
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... to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your data files to a USB storage device or to a network drive and make note of this chapter for details. Press during bootup. 2. Click Recovery in BIOS setup before using the Support DVD, copy your Eee PC. 4-4 Chapter 4: Support DVD & System Recovery You need to avoid recovery failure. Ensure to connect your Eee PC to the AC power adapter before you want on your hard disk drive used to...
... to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your data files to a USB storage device or to a network drive and make note of this chapter for details. Press during bootup. 2. Click Recovery in BIOS setup before using the Support DVD, copy your Eee PC. 4-4 Chapter 4: Support DVD & System Recovery You need to avoid recovery failure. Ensure to connect your Eee PC to the AC power adapter before you want on your hard disk drive used to...
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... use it before recovering the system. 5. Select USB: XXXXXX (may be powered ON). 2. 1. Connect an external optical drive to be labeled as the Please select boot device: HDD:PM-ST9160310AS USB:XXXXXXXX ODD brand name) to install a new system. The ASUS Recovery CD/DVD window appears. Recover system to entire HD This option will lose all partitions from the optical drive. Therefore, we highly recommend that you to select boot device continue. 3. This support DVD...
... use it before recovering the system. 5. Select USB: XXXXXX (may be powered ON). 2. 1. Connect an external optical drive to be labeled as the Please select boot device: HDD:PM-ST9160310AS USB:XXXXXXXX ODD brand name) to install a new system. The ASUS Recovery CD/DVD window appears. Recover system to entire HD This option will lose all partitions from the optical drive. Therefore, we highly recommend that you to select boot device continue. 3. This support DVD...
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... 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 set the CD-ROM drive as the first boot device. ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item Enter Go to show the POST screen. 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. Press to enter the BIOS setup. 2. Press...
... 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 set the CD-ROM drive as the first boot device. ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item Enter Go to show the POST screen. 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. Press to enter the BIOS setup. 2. Press...