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... Side...1-7 Left Side...1-8 Keyboard Usage...1-9 Special Function Keys 1-9 Touchpad Usage...1-11 Multi-finger gesture input 1-11 Chapter 2: Getting Started Powering on your Eee PC...2-2 First-time Startup...2-3 Desktop...2-4 Network Connection...2-5 Configuring a wireless network connection 2-5 Local Area Network 2-6 Browsing web pages 2-9 WLAN Setup FAQ (Windows XP 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 Hybrid Engine...
... Side...1-7 Left Side...1-8 Keyboard Usage...1-9 Special Function Keys 1-9 Touchpad Usage...1-11 Multi-finger gesture input 1-11 Chapter 2: Getting Started Powering on your Eee PC...2-2 First-time Startup...2-3 Desktop...2-4 Network Connection...2-5 Configuring a wireless network connection 2-5 Local Area Network 2-6 Browsing web pages 2-9 WLAN Setup FAQ (Windows XP 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 Hybrid Engine...
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Knowing the Parts Provides information on getting started with the Eee PC. 3. Appendix Gives you information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. Important information that must be differences between your Eee PC as follows: WARNING! Notes for safe operation. IMPORTANT! Support DVD and System Recovery Gives you safety statements. The actual bundled applications differ by models and territories. NOTE: Information for...
Knowing the Parts Provides information on getting started with the Eee PC. 3. Appendix Gives you information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. Important information that must be differences between your Eee PC as follows: WARNING! Notes for safe operation. IMPORTANT! Support DVD and System Recovery Gives you safety statements. The actual bundled applications differ by models and territories. NOTE: Information for...
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... unstable work surfaces. Do not place together with a dry cloth. ASUS Eee PC Follow all servicing to qualified personnel. Disconnect the AC power before cleaning. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. 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 near...
... unstable work surfaces. Do not place together with a dry cloth. ASUS Eee PC Follow all servicing to qualified personnel. Disconnect the AC power before cleaning. DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields. 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 near...
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... models. 7 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad and its buttons comprises a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. 8 Status Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is more clear and echo-free compared with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can also turn OFF the Eee PC. The power switch only works when the display panel is turned OFF. 6 Keyboard...
... models. 7 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad and its buttons comprises a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. 8 Status Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is more clear and echo-free compared with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can also turn OFF the Eee PC. The power switch only works when the display panel is turned OFF. 6 Keyboard...
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Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is enabled, this indicator lights. When the built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on models with built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is only applicable on selected models). Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] 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 OFF / ...
Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is enabled, this indicator lights. When the built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on models with built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is only applicable on selected models). Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] 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 OFF / ...
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2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the Eee PC when AC power is used to keep the battery pack secured. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Audio features are software controlled. 1-6 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones...
2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the Eee PC when AC power is used to keep the battery pack secured. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Audio features are software controlled. 1-6 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones...
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... memory card reader can read SD/SDHC/MMC 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 designed to connect the microphone used...
... memory card reader can read SD/SDHC/MMC 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 designed to connect the microphone used...
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... Parts Power supplied through this jack. 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 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...
... Parts Power supplied through this jack. 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 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...
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... PC's LCD display and an external monitor. Some function icons appear in suspend mode (Save-to adjust the display resolution. Touchpad (F3): Toggles the touchpad ON/OFF. Crossed Screen Icon (F7): Turns off the display backlight. Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness. ASUS Eee PC 1-9 Follow the icons whenever your hot key locations do not match the manual. Resolution Selection (F4): Press to -RAM). The default setting is WLAN ON / Bluetooth OFF...
... PC's LCD display and an external monitor. Some function icons appear in suspend mode (Save-to adjust the display resolution. Touchpad (F3): Toggles the touchpad ON/OFF. Crossed Screen Icon (F7): Turns off the display backlight. Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness. ASUS Eee PC 1-9 Follow the icons whenever your hot key locations do not match the manual. Resolution Selection (F4): Press to -RAM). The default setting is WLAN ON / Bluetooth OFF...
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... Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use with a faulty ACDC adapter. • When you use a different adapter to prolong battery life.The battery reaches its maximum capacity after a few full charging and discharging cycles. 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting Started Never lift the Eee PC by the display panel! • Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Eee PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer...
... Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use with a faulty ACDC adapter. • When you use a different adapter to prolong battery life.The battery reaches its maximum capacity after a few full charging and discharging cycles. 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting Started Never lift the Eee PC by the display panel! • Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Eee PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer...
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... + to enter the correct key before configuring a wireless network connection. Is my USB 3G wireless data card/wireless router compatible with Eee PC Windows XP OS? Try the following solutions. • Restart your router and ensure that the wireless LAN function is enabled before using this network. I am asked questions below for quick solutions to your own wireless router, you will always need to activate the wireless LAN function. 1. I cannot build a wireless connection to my wireless router...
... + to enter the correct key before configuring a wireless network connection. Is my USB 3G wireless data card/wireless router compatible with Eee PC Windows XP OS? Try the following solutions. • Restart your router and ensure that the wireless LAN function is enabled before using this network. I am asked questions below for quick solutions to your own wireless router, you will always need to activate the wireless LAN function. 1. I cannot build a wireless connection to my wireless router...
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... BIOS through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ASUS Update The ASUS Update is also available in Windows® environment. This utility is pre-loaded in your Eee PC and is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the Eee PC BIOS in the support DVD that comes with the Eee PC package. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet 1. Select Update BIOS from Internet...
... BIOS through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ASUS Update The ASUS Update is also available in Windows® environment. This utility is pre-loaded in your Eee PC and is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the Eee PC BIOS in the support DVD that comes with the Eee PC package. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet 1. Select Update BIOS from Internet...
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... decide the Bluetooth services this device offers, click Next to continue. 4. Press + repeatedly until Bluetooth ON or WLAN & Bluetooth ON is shown. 2. Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for connecting Bluetooth-enabled devices. Examples of Bluetooth-enabled devices may be Notebook PCs, Desktop PCs, mobile phones, and PDAs. Bluetooth Connection (on the desktop and follow the onscreen instructions to finish initialization. Name your Eee PC and select the device type.
... decide the Bluetooth services this device offers, click Next to continue. 4. Press + repeatedly until Bluetooth ON or WLAN & Bluetooth ON is shown. 2. Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for connecting Bluetooth-enabled devices. Examples of Bluetooth-enabled devices may be Notebook PCs, Desktop PCs, mobile phones, and PDAs. Bluetooth Connection (on the desktop and follow the onscreen instructions to finish initialization. Name your Eee PC and select the device type.
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Select a Bluetooth-enabled device from the list and have been created on the My click Next to set up connection 11. Enter the Bluetooth security code and start pairing. 9. Bluetooth Places screen of Windows Explorer. After the paired relationship is 10. 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 Skip to continue. Click Ok to complete later and continue. Click Finish to continue. 11. 7. ASUS Eee PC 3-5 the initial bluetooth configuration.
Select a Bluetooth-enabled device from the list and have been created on the My click Next to set up connection 11. Enter the Bluetooth security code and start pairing. 9. Bluetooth Places screen of Windows Explorer. After the paired relationship is 10. 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 Skip to continue. Click Ok to complete later and continue. Click Finish to continue. 11. 7. ASUS Eee PC 3-5 the initial bluetooth configuration.
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... performance when you fail to see the POST screen or enter the BIOS setup by doing the instruction above, restart the system and try pressing repeatedly on bootup to enter the BIOS setup. Start the system and press on bootup. 2. Adjust the value of IDE devices. IDE Configuration Onboard Devices Configuration CPU Configuration SHE Overclock Value [10%] While entering setup, BIOS auto detects the presence of the SHE Overclock...
... performance when you fail to see the POST screen or enter the BIOS setup by doing the instruction above, restart the system and try pressing repeatedly on bootup to enter the BIOS setup. Start the system and press on bootup. 2. Adjust the value of IDE devices. IDE Configuration Onboard Devices Configuration CPU Configuration SHE Overclock Value [10%] While entering setup, BIOS auto detects the presence of the SHE Overclock...
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... settings. ASUS Eee PC 3-9 Eee Storage (on selected models) Eee PC users can access and share any listening environment. Easy Mode (on your Eee PC connects to configure detail settings of the Eee Docking Touch tool bar. Eee Xperience SRS Premium Sound SRS Premium offers the rich and immerse audio experience in any files whenever you want and wherever you find the functions...
... settings. ASUS Eee PC 3-9 Eee Storage (on selected models) Eee PC users can access and share any listening environment. Easy Mode (on your Eee PC connects to configure detail settings of the Eee Docking Touch tool bar. Eee Xperience SRS Premium Sound SRS Premium offers the rich and immerse audio experience in any files whenever you want and wherever you find the functions...
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... corner of the screen provide additional information on the Eee PC and the contents of the support DVD. Click an icon to display the ASUS contact information. Drivers menu The Drivers menu shows available device drivers when the system detects installed devices. Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications that the Eee PC supports. Contact Click the Contact tab to display the specified information. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.
... corner of the screen provide additional information on the Eee PC and the contents of the support DVD. Click an icon to display the ASUS contact information. Drivers menu The Drivers menu shows available device drivers when the system detects installed devices. Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications that the Eee PC supports. Contact Click the Contact tab to display the specified information. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.
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.... 5. Press any key to boot from CD... 4. Select USB: XXXXXX (may be powered ON). 2. Press any key to boot from the optical drive. ↑ and ↓ to move selection ENTER to a network drive and make note of the operating system, installed on bootup and the Please select boot device screen appears. Click OK in good working order. Click Yes to be labeled as network settings). 1. System Recovery Using the Support DVD The Support DVD includes an...
.... 5. Press any key to boot from CD... 4. Select USB: XXXXXX (may be powered ON). 2. Press any key to boot from the optical drive. ↑ and ↓ to move selection ENTER to a network drive and make note of the operating system, installed on bootup and the Please select boot device screen appears. Click OK in good working order. Click Yes to be labeled as network settings). 1. System Recovery Using the Support DVD The Support DVD includes an...
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... system recovery. 3. The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your data during bootup (requires a Recovery Partition) Disable Boot Booster in BIOS setup before recovering your perform system recovery from the optical drive and click OK to back up your important data before your system. 6. Using Recovery Partition About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition is completed, eject the the Support DVD from USB flash disk, external optical drive...
... system recovery. 3. The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your data during bootup (requires a Recovery Partition) Disable Boot Booster in BIOS setup before recovering your perform system recovery from the optical drive and click OK to back up your important data before your system. 6. Using Recovery Partition About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition is completed, eject the the Support DVD from USB flash disk, external optical drive...
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... in BIOS setup helps shorten your Eee PC bootup time. 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). Remember to show the POST screen. Start the system and press on bootup. Press to enter the BIOS setup. 2. 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...
... in BIOS setup helps shorten your Eee PC bootup time. 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). Remember to show the POST screen. Start the system and press on bootup. Press to enter the BIOS setup. 2. 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...