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Eee PCUser's Manual Windows® XP Edition Eee PC 900 Series May 2008
Eee PCUser's Manual Windows® XP Edition Eee PC 900 Series May 2008
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......2-2 Bottom Side...2-5 Right Side...2-7 Left Side...2-8 Rear Side...2-9 Chapter 3: Getting Started Power System 3-2 Using AC Power 3-2 Using Battery Power 3-3 Battery Care...3-4 Touchpad Usage 3-6 Single-finger gesture input 3-6 Multi-finger gesture input 3-7 Keyboard Usage 3-8 Special Function Keys 3-8 First-time Startup 3-11 Desktop...3-14 ASUS EeePC Tray Utility 3-15 Enabling and Disabling Devices 3-15 Adjusting the display resolution 3-16 Shutdown...3-17 Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC Network Connection 4-2 Configuring a wireless network connection 4-2 ii Table of Contents
......2-2 Bottom Side...2-5 Right Side...2-7 Left Side...2-8 Rear Side...2-9 Chapter 3: Getting Started Power System 3-2 Using AC Power 3-2 Using Battery Power 3-3 Battery Care...3-4 Touchpad Usage 3-6 Single-finger gesture input 3-6 Multi-finger gesture input 3-7 Keyboard Usage 3-8 Special Function Keys 3-8 First-time Startup 3-11 Desktop...3-14 ASUS EeePC Tray Utility 3-15 Enabling and Disabling Devices 3-15 Adjusting the display resolution 3-16 Shutdown...3-17 Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC Network Connection 4-2 Configuring a wireless network connection 4-2 ii Table of Contents
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Table of Contents Configuring a network connection 4-4 Browsing web pages 4-10 ASUS Update 4-11 Updating the BIOS through the Internet 4-11 Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file 4-13 Outlook Express 4-14 Skype™...4-15 Microsoft® Works 4-16 Initializing Microsoft® Works 4-16 Using Microsoft® Works 4-17 StarSuite 8...4-20 Initializing StarSuite 8 4-20 StarSuite Impress 4-23 StarSuite Writer 4-26 StarSuite Calc 4-26 StarSuite Draw 4-26 StarSuite Database 4-26 InterVideo...
Table of Contents Configuring a network connection 4-4 Browsing web pages 4-10 ASUS Update 4-11 Updating the BIOS through the Internet 4-11 Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file 4-13 Outlook Express 4-14 Skype™...4-15 Microsoft® Works 4-16 Initializing Microsoft® Works 4-16 Using Microsoft® Works 4-17 StarSuite 8...4-20 Initializing StarSuite 8 4-20 StarSuite Impress 4-23 StarSuite Writer 4-26 StarSuite Calc 4-26 StarSuite Draw 4-26 StarSuite Database 4-26 InterVideo...
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... Eee PC Introduces the Eee PC and this guide, allowing you to use them. Appendix Provides you information on the Eee PC's components. 3. Getting Started Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 5. TIP: Tips for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this User's Manual. 2. Notes for completing tasks. Knowing the Parts Provides information on the support DVD and system recovery. 6. The following are reading the Eee PC User's Manual.This User's Manual...
... Eee PC Introduces the Eee PC and this guide, allowing you to use them. Appendix Provides you information on the Eee PC's components. 3. Getting Started Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 5. TIP: Tips for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this User's Manual. 2. Notes for completing tasks. Knowing the Parts Provides information on the support DVD and system recovery. 6. The following are reading the Eee PC User's Manual.This User's Manual...
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... water and remove any extra moisture with any foreign objects into the Eee PC. DO NOT use strong solvents such as described in environments with the rating. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Check local regulations for disposal of the Eee PC and be used in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT carry or cover a Eee PC that is powered ON with...
... water and remove any extra moisture with any foreign objects into the Eee PC. DO NOT use strong solvents such as described in environments with the rating. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Check local regulations for disposal of the Eee PC and be used in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT carry or cover a Eee PC that is powered ON with...
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If a three-prong plug is provided, you must use a grounded AC outlet or use a properly grounded adapter to ensure safe operation of the Eee PC. Connect the AC power adapter 1 3 Your Eee PC may come with either a two or three-prong plug depending on territory. Install the battery pack 2 1 2 2. Preparing your Eee PC. Read the following chapters for using your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for detailed inform1ation. 1. ASUS Eee PC 1-5
If a three-prong plug is provided, you must use a grounded AC outlet or use a properly grounded adapter to ensure safe operation of the Eee PC. Connect the AC power adapter 1 3 Your Eee PC may come with either a two or three-prong plug depending on territory. Install the battery pack 2 1 2 2. Preparing your Eee PC. Read the following chapters for using your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for detailed inform1ation. 1. ASUS Eee PC 1-5
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... allow easy web and document navigation. ASUS Eee PC 2-3 1 Microphone (Built-in) The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. 3 Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop mouse. The power switch only works when the display panel is available to clean the display panel. 4 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Eee PC and recovering from STR. Multi-finger gesture input is opened. 5 Keyboard The keyboard provides keys with...
... allow easy web and document navigation. ASUS Eee PC 2-3 1 Microphone (Built-in) The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. 3 Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop mouse. The power switch only works when the display panel is available to clean the display panel. 4 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Eee PC and recovering from STR. Multi-finger gesture input is opened. 5 Keyboard The keyboard provides keys with...
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... battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be depressed with external stereo headphones or speakers). Move the manual lock to the unlocked position to insert or remove the battery pack. Move the manual lock to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. 4 Solid-State Disk & Memory Compartment The solid-state disk drive and memory are software controlled. 2-6 Chapter 2: Knowing the Parts This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Audio features are secured...
... battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be depressed with external stereo headphones or speakers). Move the manual lock to the unlocked position to insert or remove the battery pack. Move the manual lock to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. 4 Solid-State Disk & Memory Compartment The solid-state disk drive and memory are software controlled. 2-6 Chapter 2: Knowing the Parts This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Audio features are secured...
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These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Eee PC to be removed from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. 2 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with some peripherals acting as additional plug-in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). Also, the USB supports hot-swapping function. 3 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA- ASUS Eee PC 2-7 compatible device such...
These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Eee PC to be removed from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. 2 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with some peripherals acting as additional plug-in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). Also, the USB supports hot-swapping function. 3 Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA- ASUS Eee PC 2-7 compatible device such...
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... allows convenient use without additional adapters. 2 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is designed to connect the microphone used for connection to a local network. Also, it supports hot-swapping function. 3 Microphone Jack The microphone jack is compatible with some peripherals acting as additional plugin sites or hubs. Using this side of the Eee PC. 1 2 34 1 LAN Port The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port (10/100M bit) supports a standard Ethernet cable for Skype...
... allows convenient use without additional adapters. 2 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is designed to connect the microphone used for connection to a local network. Also, it supports hot-swapping function. 3 Microphone Jack The microphone jack is compatible with some peripherals acting as additional plugin sites or hubs. Using this side of the Eee PC. 1 2 34 1 LAN Port The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port (10/100M bit) supports a standard Ethernet cable for Skype...
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... install the battery pack. Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Eee PC is designed to work with this 1 Eee PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer for use the Eee PC's adapter to power other electrical devices. Using Battery Power The Eee PC is 2 turned ON, as this may result in the loss of working data. 1 To install the battery pack: 1 To remove the battery pack: 2 2 1 1 3 2 Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this model...
... install the battery pack. Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Eee PC is designed to work with this 1 Eee PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer for use the Eee PC's adapter to power other electrical devices. Using Battery Power The Eee PC is 2 turned ON, as this may result in the loss of working data. 1 To install the battery pack: 1 To remove the battery pack: 2 2 1 1 3 2 Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this model...
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... the display brightness. screen-display. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Eee PC's keyboard. Follow the icons whenever your hot key locations do not match the manual. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN ON or OFF with a colored command. Connect an external monitor before booting up the Eee PC. 3-8 Chapter 3: Getting Started The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key...
... the display brightness. screen-display. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Eee PC's keyboard. Follow the icons whenever your hot key locations do not match the manual. Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only:Toggles the internal wireless LAN ON or OFF with a colored command. Connect an external monitor before booting up the Eee PC. 3-8 Chapter 3: Getting Started The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key...
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...the Task Manager to the beginning of entire desktop. Num Lk (F11): Toggles the numeric keypad (number lock) ON and OFF. Prt Sc (Ins): Toggles the "Print Screen" key to initiate screen capture utility to ...web browser. Scr Lk (F12): Toggles the "Scroll Lock" ON and OFF. ASUS Eee PC 3-9 Pg Up (↑): Press to use of a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering. End (→): Press to move the pointer to view the application process or terminates applications. Speaker Down Icon (F8): Decreases speaker volume...
...the Task Manager to the beginning of entire desktop. Num Lk (F11): Toggles the numeric keypad (number lock) ON and OFF. Prt Sc (Ins): Toggles the "Print Screen" key to initiate screen capture utility to ...web browser. Scr Lk (F12): Toggles the "Scroll Lock" ON and OFF. ASUS Eee PC 3-9 Pg Up (↑): Press to use of a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering. End (→): Press to move the pointer to view the application process or terminates applications. Speaker Down Icon (F8): Decreases speaker volume...
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... BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file • Update the BIOS directly from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > 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). The ASUS Update main window appears. This utility is pre-loaded in your Eee PC and is a utility that comes with the Eee PC package. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection...
... BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file • Update the BIOS directly from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > 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). The ASUS Update main window appears. This utility is pre-loaded in your Eee PC and is a utility that comes with the Eee PC package. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection...
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.... Microsoft® Works Home The screen displays the calendar and your projects. Microsoft® Works Projects The Microsoft® Works Projects helps you use the Microsoft® Works software. Select a task category from the list on the top to switch screens. You can either sort by names, dates, templates or programs. ASUS Eee PC 4-19 Other functions Click the buttons on the left and start using the built...
.... Microsoft® Works Home The screen displays the calendar and your projects. Microsoft® Works Projects The Microsoft® Works Projects helps you use the Microsoft® Works software. Select a task category from the list on the top to switch screens. You can either sort by names, dates, templates or programs. ASUS Eee PC 4-19 Other functions Click the buttons on the left and start using the built...
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Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications that the Eee PC supports. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the Eee PC BIOS in the Windows® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). 5-4 Chapter 5: Support DVD & System Recovery Click to go to the previous page TouchPad Driver Installs the touchpad driver. Click to go to the next page InstAll - Installation Wizard for Utilities Installs all the utilities.
Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications that the Eee PC supports. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the Eee PC BIOS in the Windows® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). 5-4 Chapter 5: Support DVD & System Recovery Click to go to the previous page TouchPad Driver Installs the touchpad driver. Click to go to the next page InstAll - Installation Wizard for Utilities Installs all the utilities.
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... your Eee PC and insert the Support DVD into the optical drive (System needs to be labled as network settings). 1. Select USB:XXXXXX (may cause the system malfunction. 3. Go to Advanced, set OS Installation to [Start] before installing Windows® XP service pack 2, otherwise it may be powered ON). 2. Press on bootup to enter the BIOS setup. System Recovery Using the Support DVD The Support DVD includes an image of any customized configuration settings (such...
... your Eee PC and insert the Support DVD into the optical drive (System needs to be labled as network settings). 1. Select USB:XXXXXX (may cause the system malfunction. 3. Go to Advanced, set OS Installation to [Start] before installing Windows® XP service pack 2, otherwise it may be powered ON). 2. Press on bootup to enter the BIOS setup. System Recovery Using the Support DVD The Support DVD includes an image of any customized configuration settings (such...
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Connecting removable devices You can connect removable devices based on your needs. 1 1 Memory Card Slot 2 MMC (Multimedia Card) MMC Plus RS-MMC (Reduced Size) (with MMC adapter) SD (Secure Digital) MiniSD (with SD adapter) microSD SD Adapter 2 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) USB External Optical Disk Drive USB External Hard Disk Drive USB Flash Memory Disk Quick Use Guide -
Connecting removable devices You can connect removable devices based on your needs. 1 1 Memory Card Slot 2 MMC (Multimedia Card) MMC Plus RS-MMC (Reduced Size) (with MMC adapter) SD (Secure Digital) MiniSD (with SD adapter) microSD SD Adapter 2 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) USB External Optical Disk Drive USB External Hard Disk Drive USB Flash Memory Disk Quick Use Guide -
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... the instructions in your Eee PC user manual to restore you make a backup of your Eee PC support DVD. Click Start > Settings > Control Panel, and the click Add or Remove Programs. Application Installation SOP We recommend that you system to the factory setting using your important files before continuing to the following system restoration and driver and program installation. Turn on your Eee PC, and then log in to modify the default location of program installation in Windows...
... the instructions in your Eee PC user manual to restore you make a backup of your Eee PC support DVD. Click Start > Settings > Control Panel, and the click Add or Remove Programs. Application Installation SOP We recommend that you system to the factory setting using your important files before continuing to the following system restoration and driver and program installation. Turn on your Eee PC, and then log in to modify the default location of program installation in Windows...
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Copy the Common Files, JAVA and MSN Gaming Zone folders from C:\Program Files to continue. 14. Click Yes to All to D:\Program Files. 13. Install the previously removed drivers and programs using the Eee PC support DVD. A Confirm Folder Replace window appears while moving the files. 12. Remember to install ASUS ACPI Driver and Utility BEFORE installing Eee Instant Key and Super Hybrid Engine. 12 ASUS Eee PC
Copy the Common Files, JAVA and MSN Gaming Zone folders from C:\Program Files to continue. 14. Click Yes to All to D:\Program Files. 13. Install the previously removed drivers and programs using the Eee PC support DVD. A Confirm Folder Replace window appears while moving the files. 12. Remember to install ASUS ACPI Driver and Utility BEFORE installing Eee Instant Key and Super Hybrid Engine. 12 ASUS Eee PC
