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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 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 ii Table...
...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 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 ii Table...
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... 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 Contents 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 manual. Knowing the Parts Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. System Recovery Gives...
... 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 Contents 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 manual. Knowing the Parts Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. System Recovery Gives...
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...not use near the surface. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT expose to or use strong...disassemble the battery. Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of warm water and remove any extra moisture with a dry cloth. Follow all servicing to dirty or dusty environments. Do not use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT use damaged power...
...not use near the surface. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT expose to or use strong...disassemble the battery. Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of warm water and remove any extra moisture with a dry cloth. Follow all servicing to dirty or dusty environments. Do not use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT use damaged power...
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... can put your Eee PC while the power is turned OFF to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling.The symbol of the hard disk surface during transport. vi Table of battery may cause explosion and damage the Eee PC. DO NOT carry or cover a Eee PC that is easily dulled ... for . The Eee PC's surface is powered ON with any materials that the battery should not transport your Eee PC in a carrying case for transport, you should not be used in municipal waste. INPUT RATING: Refer to protect the keyboard and display panel. DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste.
... can put your Eee PC while the power is turned OFF to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling.The symbol of the hard disk surface during transport. vi Table of battery may cause explosion and damage the Eee PC. DO NOT carry or cover a Eee PC that is easily dulled ... for . The Eee PC's surface is powered ON with any materials that the battery should not transport your Eee PC in a carrying case for transport, you should not be used in municipal waste. INPUT RATING: Refer to protect the keyboard and display panel. DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste.
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... also control the function by press + . 6 Wireless/Bluetooth Button The wireless/bluetooth button toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth ON or OFF. Under the Windows OS, this button will launch Express Gate. Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is turned off, pressing this button functions as the Super Hybrid Power button. 1 Camera Cover Switch The camera cover switch allows you with quick access to the Internet and key applications without entering the Windows...
... also control the function by press + . 6 Wireless/Bluetooth Button The wireless/bluetooth button toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth ON or OFF. Under the Windows OS, this button will launch Express Gate. Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is turned off, pressing this button functions as the Super Hybrid Power button. 1 Camera Cover Switch The camera cover switch allows you with quick access to the Internet and key applications without entering the Windows...
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... power (95%-100%) Green ON Medium battery power (11%-94%) Orange ON Low battery power (0%-10%) Orange Blinking Without Adapter Off Off Off Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Indicator The hard disk drive indicator blinks when data is turned OFF. Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts 8 9 10 1-4 Keyboard The keyboard differs depending on selected models). This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is written to -RAM (Sleep) mode. When the built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on models. Touchpad and Buttons Status Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights...
... power (95%-100%) Green ON Medium battery power (11%-94%) Orange ON Low battery power (0%-10%) Orange Blinking Without Adapter Off Off Off Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Indicator The hard disk drive indicator blinks when data is turned OFF. Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts 8 9 10 1-4 Keyboard The keyboard differs depending on selected models). This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is written to -RAM (Sleep) mode. When the built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on models. Touchpad and Buttons Status Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights...
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... the diagram below to identify the components on this Eee PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 2 Battery Lock The battery lock secures the battery pack. 1 Battery Pack Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this side of the Eee PC. 1 1 Audio Speaker System Audio features are software controlled. 1-6 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts When the battery pack...
... the diagram below to identify the components on this Eee PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 2 Battery Lock The battery lock secures the battery pack. 1 Battery Pack Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this side of the Eee PC. 1 1 Audio Speaker System Audio features are software controlled. 1-6 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts When the battery pack...
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... microphone used for connection to be secured using Kensington® compatible security products. Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components 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 secured using Kensington® compatible security products. Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components 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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... internal battery pack.To prevent damage to exit the Eee PC. Power supplied through this jack. 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 15 pin D-Sub Display (Monitor) Output 3 USB Port (2.0/1.1) USB Charge+ (on this side of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 1-8 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts...
... internal battery pack.To prevent damage to exit the Eee PC. Power supplied through this jack. 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 15 pin D-Sub Display (Monitor) Output 3 USB Port (2.0/1.1) USB Charge+ (on this side of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 1-8 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts...
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... the display brightness. 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. Task Manager Icon (F9): Initiates the Task Manager to adjust the display resolution. Crossed Speaker Icon (F10): Mutes the speaker. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. ASUS Eee PC 1-9 Keyboard Usage Special Function Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on -screen-display. Touchpad (F3): Toggles the touchpad ON...
... the display brightness. 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. Task Manager Icon (F9): Initiates the Task Manager to adjust the display resolution. Crossed Speaker Icon (F10): Mutes the speaker. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. ASUS Eee PC 1-9 Keyboard Usage Special Function Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on -screen-display. Touchpad (F3): Toggles the touchpad ON...
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... open the display panel, do not force it is turned ON, as this model or else damage may result in the loss of working data. Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use and whenever it down to prolong battery life. 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting Started Connect the AC power adapter ...or specifically approved by the display panel! • Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this may occur to the Eee PC. Remember to fully charge the battery before first use with this adapter is AC 100V~240V. • Never attempt to remove the battery pack...
... open the display panel, do not force it is turned ON, as this model or else damage may result in the loss of working data. Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use and whenever it down to prolong battery life. 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting Started Connect the AC power adapter ...or specifically approved by the display panel! • Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this may occur to the Eee PC. Remember to fully charge the battery before first use with this adapter is AC 100V~240V. • Never attempt to remove the battery pack...
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... Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for Eee PC> ASUSUpdate. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). 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 allows you to : • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS...
... Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for Eee PC> ASUSUpdate. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). 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 allows you to : • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS...
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... PC From Control Panel, go to a Bluetooth-enabled device: 1. 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. Bluetooth Connection (on selected models) This device contains FCC ID: QDS-BRCM1043/PPD-AR5B195/ QDS-BRCM1051 and IC ID: 4324A-BRCM1043/4104A-AR5B195/ 4324A-BRCM1051. Examples of Bluetooth-enabled devices may be Notebook PCs, Desktop...
... PC From Control Panel, go to a Bluetooth-enabled device: 1. 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. Bluetooth Connection (on selected models) This device contains FCC ID: QDS-BRCM1043/PPD-AR5B195/ QDS-BRCM1051 and IC ID: 4324A-BRCM1043/4104A-AR5B195/ 4324A-BRCM1051. Examples of Bluetooth-enabled devices may be Notebook PCs, Desktop...
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... to switch the display mode to LCD Only or LCD + CRT Clone and reset the power mode to maximize performance versus battery time. The assigned instant key toggles power savings between AC mode and battery mode. To change the power mode • Press + repeatedly to switch power modes. • Press the Super Hybrid Engine button . • Right-click the Super Hybrid Engine icon in Power Saving mode at a resolution of your external monitor functions abnormally in...
... to switch the display mode to LCD Only or LCD + CRT Clone and reset the power mode to maximize performance versus battery time. The assigned instant key toggles power savings between AC mode and battery mode. To change the power mode • Press + repeatedly to switch power modes. • Press the Super Hybrid Engine button . • Right-click the Super Hybrid Engine icon in Power Saving mode at a resolution of your external monitor functions abnormally in...
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... all your computers. USB Charge+ USB Charge+ functions to date across all your Eee PC is disabled by checking the online updates. Experience Eee Splendid Eee Splendid helps improve your Eee PC display in sync and up -to choose from, Adapter Mode, or Adapter + Battery Mode. 3-8 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC SRS Premium Sound SRS Premium offers the rich and immerse audio experience in any listening...
... all your computers. USB Charge+ USB Charge+ functions to date across all your Eee PC is disabled by checking the online updates. Experience Eee Splendid Eee Splendid helps improve your Eee PC display in sync and up -to choose from, Adapter Mode, or Adapter + Battery Mode. 3-8 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC SRS Premium Sound SRS Premium offers the rich and immerse audio experience in any listening...
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... the activation process before starting the free trial. Eee PC users can enjoy Microsoft Office Suite free trial for 60 days. Do the following instructions to start the free trial. 1. Click TRY NOW. 3. click Microsoft Office 60 Day Trial - Microsoft® Office Trial (on selected models) Microsoft® Office Starter is connected to the Internet and double- Ensure that your product key...
... the activation process before starting the free trial. Eee PC users can enjoy Microsoft Office Suite free trial for 60 days. Do the following instructions to start the free trial. 1. Click TRY NOW. 3. click Microsoft Office 60 Day Trial - Microsoft® Office Trial (on selected models) Microsoft® Office Starter is connected to the Internet and double- Ensure that your product key...
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... press only once during bootup. Press during bootup. 2. Click Recovery in BIOS setup before using F9 recovery to avoid recovery failure. Select the language you perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition. System Recovery Disable Boot Booster in the Recovery System dialog box to continue. 3. Ensure to connect your Eee PC to the AC power adapter before you use and click to start the system recovery. 4. Using recovery partition (F9 Recovery) 1.
... press only once during bootup. Press during bootup. 2. Click Recovery in BIOS setup before using F9 recovery to avoid recovery failure. Select the language you perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition. System Recovery Disable Boot Booster in the Recovery System dialog box to continue. 3. Ensure to connect your Eee PC to the AC power adapter before you use and click to start the system recovery. 4. Using recovery partition (F9 Recovery) 1.
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...; 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 backup your Eee PC and click Continue. 4. Click Continue to back up the recovery files 1. The system backup starts and click OK when done. Ensure to start the recovery files backup. • The size of the connected USB storage device should...
...; 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 backup your Eee PC and click Continue. 4. Click Continue to back up the recovery files 1. The system backup starts and click OK when done. Ensure to start the recovery files backup. • The size of the connected USB storage device should...
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... instructions to continue. 4. Select USB: XXXXXX to start system recovery. 5. Click Recovery 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 a partition option and click Continue. This option deletes all partitions from the connected USB storage device. Partition options: • Recover system to select boot device 3. This option deletes all data on bootup and the Please select boot device screen appears. Using the USB storage device (USB recovery) 1. Please select boot device: HDD...
... instructions to continue. 4. Select USB: XXXXXX to start system recovery. 5. Click Recovery 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 a partition option and click Continue. This option deletes all partitions from the connected USB storage device. Partition options: • Recover system to select boot device 3. This option deletes all data on bootup and the Please select boot device screen appears. Using the USB storage device (USB recovery) 1. Please select boot device: HDD...
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If you complete hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). Press to disable Boot Booster: 1. Follow the instructions below to save the configuration and restart Eee PC. 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 4-5 Boot Booster The Boot Booster item in BIOS setup helps shorten ...
If you complete hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). Press to disable Boot Booster: 1. Follow the instructions below to save the configuration and restart Eee PC. 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 4-5 Boot Booster The Boot Booster item in BIOS setup helps shorten ...