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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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......3-8 Eee Tools...3-9 Boingo (on selected models 3-9 Microsoft® Office Trial...3-10 Digital Zoom Control...3-11 Function keys...3-11 Chapter 4: Support DVD & System Recovery Support DVD information 4-2 Running the support DVD 4-2 Drivers menu...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 Copyright Information...A-12 Limitation of Liability...A-13 Service and Support...A-13 ASUS Eee PC iii
......3-8 Eee Tools...3-9 Boingo (on selected models 3-9 Microsoft® Office Trial...3-10 Digital Zoom Control...3-11 Function keys...3-11 Chapter 4: Support DVD & System Recovery Support DVD information 4-2 Running the support DVD 4-2 Drivers menu...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 Copyright Information...A-12 Limitation of Liability...A-13 Service and Support...A-13 ASUS Eee PC iii
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Notes for safe operation. About This User's Manual You are major sections of this manual. Getting Started Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. Appendix Gives you information on the Eee PC's components. 2. Vital information that must be differences between your Eee PC as follows: WARNING! The actual bundled applications differ by models and territories. Important information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes...
Notes for safe operation. About This User's Manual You are major sections of this manual. Getting Started Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. Appendix Gives you information on the Eee PC's components. 2. Vital information that must be differences between your Eee PC as follows: WARNING! The actual bundled applications differ by models and territories. Important information that must be followed for This Manual A few notes...
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...NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Do not use ...Eee PC on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. ASUS Eee PC DO NOT use strong solvents such as described in fire. Disconnect the AC power before cleaning. Wipe the Eee PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with small items that may scratch or enter the Eee PC...
...NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Do not use ...Eee PC on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. ASUS Eee PC DO NOT use strong solvents such as described in fire. Disconnect the AC power before cleaning. Wipe the Eee PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with small items that may scratch or enter the Eee PC...
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... resolution support may not function normally. 4 Express Gate Button / Super Hybrid Power button (on models. ASUS Eee PC 1-3 The button toggles power savings between various power saving modes. Applications that provides you with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can also control the function by press + . 5 Power Switch (Windows 7) The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Eee PC and recovering from STR. Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is opened.
... resolution support may not function normally. 4 Express Gate Button / Super Hybrid Power button (on models. ASUS Eee PC 1-3 The button toggles power savings between various power saving modes. Applications that provides you with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can also control the function by press + . 5 Power Switch (Windows 7) The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Eee PC and recovering from STR. Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is opened.
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... Off Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Indicator The hard disk drive indicator blinks when data is written to -RAM (Suspend) mode. Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is in the Save-to or read from the disk drive. Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator (LED) shows the battery charging status 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 only applicable on selected models). When the built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on models with built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is turned OFF...
... Off Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Indicator The hard disk drive indicator blinks when data is written to -RAM (Suspend) mode. Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is in the Save-to or read from the disk drive. Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator (LED) shows the battery charging status 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 only applicable on selected models). When the built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on models with built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is turned OFF...
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.... ASUS Eee PC 1-5 Bottom Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC can get very hot. DO NOT use on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas, which may vary in operation. The bottom side may block the vents. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock...
.... ASUS Eee PC 1-5 Bottom Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC can get very hot. DO NOT use on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas, which may vary in operation. The bottom side may block the vents. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock...
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... Eee PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Battery Lock - Audio features are software controlled. 1-6 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts Manual The manual battery lock is inserted, it will automatically lock. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). 1 Battery Lock - When the battery pack is used...
... Eee PC.The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 3 Battery Lock - Audio features are software controlled. 1-6 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts Manual The manual battery lock is inserted, it will automatically lock. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). 1 Battery Lock - When the battery pack is used...
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... additional adapters. The built-in 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 a local network. 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...
... additional adapters. The built-in 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 a local network. 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...
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... AC power to DC power for use with this jack supplies power to the Eee PC and charges the internal battery pack.To prevent damage to the Eee PC and battery pack, always use the supplied power adapter. 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...
... AC power to DC power for use with this jack supplies power to the Eee PC and charges the internal battery pack.To prevent damage to the Eee PC and battery pack, always use the supplied power adapter. 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...
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When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Resolution Selection (F4): Press to -RAM). Zz Icon (F1): Places the Eee PC in the Notification area after activation. The default setting is WLAN ON / Bluetooth OFF. Applications that require higher resolution support may not function normally. ASUS Eee PC 1-9 The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on-screen-display. Some function icons...
When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Resolution Selection (F4): Press to -RAM). Zz Icon (F1): Places the Eee PC in the Notification area after activation. The default setting is WLAN ON / Bluetooth OFF. Applications that require higher resolution support may not function normally. ASUS Eee PC 1-9 The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on-screen-display. Some function icons...
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Install the battery pack 2. Connect the AC power adapter 3 1 2 2 1 3 110V-220V 3. The output voltage of working data. You may break! Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use with a faulty ACDC adapter. • When you use a different adapter to prolong battery life. 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting Started Never lift the Eee PC by the display panel! • Only use and whenever it down to the table or else the hinges may...
Install the battery pack 2. Connect the AC power adapter 3 1 2 2 1 3 110V-220V 3. The output voltage of working data. You may break! Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use with a faulty ACDC adapter. • When you use a different adapter to prolong battery life. 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting Started Never lift the Eee PC by the display panel! • Only use and whenever it down to the table or else the hinges may...
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... use . Click then click Next to continue. ASUS Eee PC 2-3 Next to continue. Click Next to continue. 2. Set a password for your user and your user account name 4. Click Next to continue. 3. Follow the wizard instructions to finish the initialization: 1. Select you system settings by specifying the region you are in, the time zone you are in, and the keyboard type you through setting...
... use . Click then click Next to continue. ASUS Eee PC 2-3 Next to continue. Click Next to continue. 2. Set a password for your user and your user account name 4. Click Next to continue. 3. Follow the wizard instructions to finish the initialization: 1. Select you system settings by specifying the region you are in, the time zone you are in, and the keyboard type you through setting...
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.... 3-2 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Select Update BIOS from Internet from the Internet, and • View the BIOS version information. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet 1. ASUS Update The ASUS Update is also available in Windows® environment. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for Eee PC> ASUSUpdate.
.... 3-2 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Select Update BIOS from Internet from the Internet, and • View the BIOS version information. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet 1. ASUS Update The ASUS Update is also available in Windows® environment. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for Eee PC> ASUSUpdate.
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... the online updates. ASUS Eee PC 3-9 Boingo (on your Eee PC up-to the configuration of the Eee Docking tool bar. Font Resizer Font Resizer allows you to global Wi-Fi services with a special price via the Boingo utility. System Setting System Setting offers you easy access to configure the appearance and the position of the desktop background and the Ad-hoc mode. Use one account...
... the online updates. ASUS Eee PC 3-9 Boingo (on your Eee PC up-to the configuration of the Eee Docking tool bar. Font Resizer Font Resizer allows you to global Wi-Fi services with a special price via the Boingo utility. System Setting System Setting offers you easy access to configure the appearance and the position of the desktop background and the Ad-hoc mode. Use one account...
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Digital Zoom Control (on selected models) Digital Zoom Control is a software that helps you control your built-in camera whenever it is the example when using E-Cam: You can zoom, pan or tilt the camera with Digital Zoom Control. You can use . ASUS Eee PC 3-11 Press + to zoom in use Digital Zoom Control when making a video call or having a video chat. Press + to pan left and + to zoom out. Function keys Zoom in or out Pan or tilt The following is in and + to pan right.
Digital Zoom Control (on selected models) Digital Zoom Control is a software that helps you control your built-in camera whenever it is the example when using E-Cam: You can zoom, pan or tilt the camera with Digital Zoom Control. You can use . ASUS Eee PC 3-11 Press + to zoom in use Digital Zoom Control when making a video call or having a video chat. Press + to pan left and + to zoom out. Function keys Zoom in or out Pan or tilt The following is in and + to pan right.
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... activate the devices. 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. System information DVD content Technical support File list ASUS Eee PC 4-3 Install the necessary drivers 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. Click an icon to display...
... activate the devices. 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. System information DVD content Technical support File list ASUS Eee PC 4-3 Install the necessary drivers 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. Click an icon to display...
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... instructions to the end of any customized configuration settings (such as network settings). Before using F9 recovery to avoid recovery failure. Using the Recovery Partition: 1. Click Recovery in BIOS setup before using the Support DVD, copy your data files to a USB storage device or to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your Eee PC to the AC power adapter before you use the Support DVD to do the system recovery, the restored drivers and utilities may be different from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition...
... instructions to the end of any customized configuration settings (such as network settings). Before using F9 recovery to avoid recovery failure. Using the Recovery Partition: 1. Click Recovery in BIOS setup before using the Support DVD, copy your data files to a USB storage device or to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your Eee PC to the AC power adapter before you use the Support DVD to do the system recovery, the restored drivers and utilities may be different from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition...
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.... Connect an external optical drive to your hard disk drive and restore the operating system. The ASUS Recovery CD/DVD window appears. Therefore, we highly recommend that you select Recover system to boot from your Eee PC and insert the Support DVD into the optical drive (System needs to restore the system. 4. Press on other partitions. 1. Select a partition and click NEXT. Select USB: XXXXXX (may be labeled as the Please select boot device: HDD:PM-ST9160310AS USB:XXXXXXXX...
.... Connect an external optical drive to your hard disk drive and restore the operating system. The ASUS Recovery CD/DVD window appears. Therefore, we highly recommend that you select Recover system to boot from your Eee PC and insert the Support DVD into the optical drive (System needs to restore the system. 4. Press on other partitions. 1. Select a partition and click NEXT. Select USB: XXXXXX (may be labeled as the Please select boot device: HDD:PM-ST9160310AS USB:XXXXXXXX...
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... complete hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). Press to show the POST screen. Boot Booster The Boot Booster item in BIOS setup helps shorten your Eee PC bootup time. 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. Start the system and press on bootup. Set Boot Booster to see the POST screen or enter the BIOS setup by...
... complete hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). Press to show the POST screen. Boot Booster The Boot Booster item in BIOS setup helps shorten your Eee PC bootup time. 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. Start the system and press on bootup. Set Boot Booster to see the POST screen or enter the BIOS setup by...