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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...1-10 Special Function Keys 1-10 Touchpad Usage...1-12 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 Connection (on selected models 3-4 Super...
... 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...1-10 Special Function Keys 1-10 Touchpad Usage...1-12 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 Connection (on selected models 3-4 Super...
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... Parts Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. IMPORTANT! TIP: Tips for special situations. Using the Eee PC Provides information on the Eee PC's components. 2. Getting Started Provides information on system recovery. 5. 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 guide, allowing you to complete certain tasks safely...
... Parts Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. IMPORTANT! TIP: Tips for special situations. Using the Eee PC Provides information on the Eee PC's components. 2. Getting Started Provides information on system recovery. 5. 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 guide, allowing you to complete certain tasks safely...
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... or touch the display panel. Follow all servicing to or use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on top and do not shove any extra moisture with a dry cloth. Wipe the Eee PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with small items that may scratch or enter the Eee PC. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery...
... or touch the display panel. Follow all servicing to or use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on top and do not shove any extra moisture with a dry cloth. Wipe the Eee PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with small items that may scratch or enter the Eee PC. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery...
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... open the camera cover. 2 Microphone (Built-in) 3 Built-in Camera 4 Display Panel 5 Express Gate Button / Super Hybrid Power button When the Eee PC is in the Suspend-to the Internet and key applications without entering the Windows® OS. You can also press + to turn ON and hold it to toggle the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth ON or OFF. 7 Power Switch (Windows) The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Eee PC and recovering...
... open the camera cover. 2 Microphone (Built-in) 3 Built-in Camera 4 Display Panel 5 Express Gate Button / Super Hybrid Power button When the Eee PC is in the Suspend-to the Internet and key applications without entering the Windows® OS. You can also press + to turn ON and hold it to toggle the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth ON or OFF. 7 Power Switch (Windows) The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Eee PC and recovering...
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8 9 10 1-4 Keyboard The keyboard differs depending on selected models). This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is enabled, this indicator lights. Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts Touchpad and Buttons Status Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is written to -RAM (Sleep) mode. When the built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on models. Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator (LED) shows the battery charging status as follows: Powered ON With Adapter High battery power (95...
8 9 10 1-4 Keyboard The keyboard differs depending on selected models). This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is enabled, this indicator lights. Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts Touchpad and Buttons Status Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is written to -RAM (Sleep) mode. When the built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on models. Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator (LED) shows the battery charging status as follows: Powered ON With Adapter High battery power (95...
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High temperatures are software controlled. 1-6 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts The bottom of the Eee PC. 1 1 Audio Speaker System Audio features are normal during charging or operation. DO NOT use on this Eee PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as sofas or beds, which may block the vents. When the battery pack is properly installed, it is secured in...
High temperatures are software controlled. 1-6 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts The bottom of the Eee PC. 1 1 Audio Speaker System Audio features are normal during charging or operation. DO NOT use on this Eee PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as sofas or beds, which may block the vents. When the battery pack is properly installed, it is secured in...
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... microphone used for connection to be removed from a fixed object. 6 LAN Port The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for Skype, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 4 USB Port (3.0, on this side of the Eee PC. 1 23 4 56 1 Memory Card Slot The built-in memory card reader can read SD/SDHC/MMC cards. 2 Headphone Output Jack 3 Microphone Jack The microphone jack is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, and storage devices. 5 Kensington® Lock port...
... microphone used for connection to be removed from a fixed object. 6 LAN Port The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for Skype, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 4 USB Port (3.0, on this side of the Eee PC. 1 23 4 56 1 Memory Card Slot The built-in memory card reader can read SD/SDHC/MMC cards. 2 Headphone Output Jack 3 Microphone Jack The microphone jack is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, and storage devices. 5 Kensington® Lock port...
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... while your Eee PC is sleeping, hibernating or shut down. 3 USB Port (2.0/1.1) USB Charge+ (on selected models) Allows you to exit the Eee PC. ASUS Eee PC 1-9 Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 5 HDMI HDMI Port For Eee PC 1015PN, the HDMI function will be disabled when using the integrated graphics card.
... while your Eee PC is sleeping, hibernating or shut down. 3 USB Port (2.0/1.1) USB Charge+ (on selected models) Allows you to exit the Eee PC. ASUS Eee PC 1-9 Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 5 HDMI HDMI Port For Eee PC 1015PN, the HDMI function will be disabled when using the integrated graphics card.
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... in the Notification area after activation. Zz Icon (F1): Places the Eee PC in sleep mode (Suspend-to-RAM). Radio Tower (F2) (Wireless Models Only):Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Keyboard Usage Special Function Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on -screen-display. Touchpad (F3): Toggles the touchpad ON/OFF. Resolution Selection (F4...
... in the Notification area after activation. Zz Icon (F1): Places the Eee PC in sleep mode (Suspend-to-RAM). Radio Tower (F2) (Wireless Models Only):Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Keyboard Usage Special Function Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on -screen-display. Touchpad (F3): Toggles the touchpad ON/OFF. Resolution Selection (F4...
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... if you use with a faulty ACDC adapter. • When you open the display panel, do not force it is turned ON, as this adapter is AC 100V- 240V. • Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Eee PC is depleted to prolong battery life. 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting Started Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use a different adapter to power the Eee...
... if you use with a faulty ACDC adapter. • When you open the display panel, do not force it is turned ON, as this adapter is AC 100V- 240V. • Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Eee PC is depleted to prolong battery life. 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting Started Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use a different adapter to power the Eee...
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... Select Update BIOS from Internet from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for Eee PC> ASUSUpdate. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet 1. 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). ASUS Update The ASUS Update is pre-loaded in Windows® environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to : • Save the current BIOS file • Download...
... Select Update BIOS from Internet from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for Eee PC> ASUSUpdate. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet 1. 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). ASUS Update The ASUS Update is pre-loaded in Windows® environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to : • Save the current BIOS file • Download...
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... need for cables for connecting Bluetooth-enabled devices. 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: MSQ15PNNE047 / MSQE15NE785 / MSQE15NE762 and IC ID: 3568A-15PNNE047 / 3568A-E15NE762. Examples of Bluetooth-enabled devices may be Notebook PCs, Desktop PCs, mobile phones, and PDAs. Press + repeatedly until Bluetooth ON or WLAN & Bluetooth ON is shown. 2. From Control Panel, go to a Bluetooth-enabled device...
... need for cables for connecting Bluetooth-enabled devices. 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: MSQ15PNNE047 / MSQE15NE785 / MSQE15NE762 and IC ID: 3568A-15PNNE047 / 3568A-E15NE762. Examples of Bluetooth-enabled devices may be Notebook PCs, Desktop PCs, mobile phones, and PDAs. Press + repeatedly until Bluetooth ON or WLAN & Bluetooth ON is shown. 2. From Control Panel, go to a Bluetooth-enabled device...
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... power modes. To change the power mode • Press + repeatedly to High Performance or Super Performance. 3-6 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC The power saving modes control many aspects of your external monitor functions abnormally in Power Saving mode at a resolution 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 switch power modes. • Press the Super Hybrid Engine button...
... power modes. To change the power mode • Press + repeatedly to High Performance or Super Performance. 3-6 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC The power saving modes control many aspects of your external monitor functions abnormally in Power Saving mode at a resolution 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 switch power modes. • Press the Super Hybrid Engine button...
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... Eee PC display in sync and up -to-date by default. USB Charge+ (on your Eee PC is disabled by checking the online updates. The feature is sleeping, hibernating or shut down. Tools Live Update Live Update keeps your webcam. Font Resizer Font Resizer allows you to choose from, Adapter Mode, or Adapter + Battery Mode. SRS Premium Sound SRS Premium offers the rich and immerse audio experience...
... Eee PC display in sync and up -to-date by default. USB Charge+ (on your Eee PC is disabled by checking the online updates. The feature is sleeping, hibernating or shut down. Tools Live Update Live Update keeps your webcam. Font Resizer Font Resizer allows you to choose from, Adapter Mode, or Adapter + Battery Mode. SRS Premium Sound SRS Premium offers the rich and immerse audio experience...
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... models) Boingo gives you easy access to switch the graphics card of the Eee Docking tool bar. The HDMI function will be disabled when using the integrated graphics card. ASUS Eee PC 3-9 LocaleMe LocaleMe is a web mapping service application, offering easy search for full-time discrete ION graphics support. Docking Setting Docking Setting allows you to global Wi-Fi services with Windows 7 Home Premium, select Optimus mode...
... models) Boingo gives you easy access to switch the graphics card of the Eee Docking tool bar. The HDMI function will be disabled when using the integrated graphics card. ASUS Eee PC 3-9 LocaleMe LocaleMe is a web mapping service application, offering easy search for full-time discrete ION graphics support. Docking Setting Docking Setting allows you to global Wi-Fi services with Windows 7 Home Premium, select Optimus mode...
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... and click SUBMIT. 4. Ensure that your product key and follow the onscreen instructions to start the free trial. 1. Click TRY NOW. 3. Enter your Eee PC is installed on some models instead of Microsoft® Office Trial. Do the following instructions to finish the activation process before starting the free trial. If you want to use other applications in the Microsoft Office Suite...
... and click SUBMIT. 4. Ensure that your product key and follow the onscreen instructions to start the free trial. 1. Click TRY NOW. 3. Enter your Eee PC is installed on some models instead of Microsoft® Office Trial. Do the following instructions to finish the activation process before starting the free trial. If you want to use other applications in the Microsoft Office Suite...
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... Recovery in BIOS setup before using F9 recovery to avoid recovery failure. System Recovery Disable Boot Booster in the Recovery System dialog box to press only once during bootup. Ensure to start the system recovery. 4. Ensure to connect your Eee PC to the AC power adapter before you use and click to complete the recovery process. 4-2 Chapter 4: System Recovery Using recovery partition (F9 Recovery) 1. Select the language you perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive...
... Recovery in BIOS setup before using F9 recovery to avoid recovery failure. System Recovery Disable Boot Booster in the Recovery System dialog box to press only once during bootup. Ensure to start the system recovery. 4. Ensure to connect your Eee PC to the AC power adapter before you use and click to complete the recovery process. 4-2 Chapter 4: System Recovery Using recovery partition (F9 Recovery) 1. Select the language you perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive...
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... to start the recovery files backup. • The size of the connected USB storage device should be cleared. Select a desired USB storage device if more than 16GB. • Memory cards are not supported for this function. • A dialog box appears as a reminder if you have not connected the USB storage device for system recovery backup to back up the recovery files 1. The system backup starts and click OK when done. Connect a USB storage device...
... to start the recovery files backup. • The size of the connected USB storage device should be cleared. Select a desired USB storage device if more than 16GB. • Memory cards are not supported for this function. • A dialog box appears as a reminder if you have not connected the USB storage device for system recovery backup to back up the recovery files 1. The system backup starts and click OK when done. Connect a USB storage device...
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... selection ENTER to a partition. Partition options: • Recover system to select boot device 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD. This option deletes all partitions from the connected USB storage device. Select a partition option and click Continue. This option deletes all data on bootup and the Please select boot device screen appears. Select USB: XXXXXX to boot from your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as drive"C" and a data partition as drive"D". 6. Select the language you backup the system recovery...
... selection ENTER to a partition. Partition options: • Recover system to select boot device 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to entire HD. This option deletes all partitions from the connected USB storage device. Select a partition option and click Continue. This option deletes all data on bootup and the Please select boot device screen appears. Select USB: XXXXXX to boot from your hard disk drive and creates a new system partition as drive"C" and a data partition as drive"D". 6. Select the language you backup the system recovery...
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... 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). Set Boot Booster to disable Boot Booster: 1. Follow the instructions below to [Disabled]. Press to enter the BIOS setup. 2. Start the system and press on bootup. 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. Remember to enable Boot...
... 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). Set Boot Booster to disable Boot Booster: 1. Follow the instructions below to [Disabled]. Press to enter the BIOS setup. 2. Start the system and press on bootup. 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. Remember to enable Boot...