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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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Super Hybrid Engine...3-6 Super Hybrid Engine Modes 3-6 Eee Docking...3-7 Access ...3-7 Sharing...3-8 Experience...3-8 Tools...3-8 Boingo (on selected models 3-9 Microsoft® Office Trial (on selected models 3-10 Chapter 4: System Recovery System Recovery...4-2 Boot Booster...4-5 Appendix Declarations and Safety Statements A-2 Copyright Information...A-13 Limitation of Liability...A-14 Service and Support...A-14 ASUS Eee PC iii
Super Hybrid Engine...3-6 Super Hybrid Engine Modes 3-6 Eee Docking...3-7 Access ...3-7 Sharing...3-8 Experience...3-8 Tools...3-8 Boingo (on selected models 3-9 Microsoft® Office Trial (on selected models 3-10 Chapter 4: System Recovery System Recovery...4-2 Boot Booster...4-5 Appendix Declarations and Safety Statements A-2 Copyright Information...A-13 Limitation of Liability...A-14 Service and Support...A-14 ASUS Eee PC iii
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... 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. There may be followed to prevent damage to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of Contents Knowing the Parts Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. Getting Started Provides information on system recovery. 5. The actual bundled applications differ by models...
... 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. There may be followed to prevent damage to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of Contents Knowing the Parts Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. Getting Started Provides information on system recovery. 5. The actual bundled applications differ by models...
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... other peripherals. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. DO NOT disassemble the battery. ASUS Eee PC Do not use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. Do not use near the surface. Disconnect the AC power before cleaning. DO NOT expose to or use strong solvents such as described in...
... other peripherals. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT expose to qualified personnel. DO NOT disassemble the battery. ASUS Eee PC Do not use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. Do not use near the surface. Disconnect the AC power before cleaning. DO NOT expose to or use strong solvents such as described in...
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...-to-RAM (Sleep) mode. When enabled, the corresponding wireless/bluetooth indicator lights up. You can also press + 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 from standby mode. This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is opened. ASUS Eee PC 1-3 1 Camera Cover Switch The camera cover switch allows you with quick access to the Internet and key applications without entering the Windows® OS. The power switch only works when the display panel is turned OFF...
...-to-RAM (Sleep) mode. When enabled, the corresponding wireless/bluetooth indicator lights up. You can also press + 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 from standby mode. This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is opened. ASUS Eee PC 1-3 1 Camera Cover Switch The camera cover switch allows you with quick access to the Internet and key applications without entering the Windows® OS. The power switch only works when the display panel is turned OFF...
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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 in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on selected models). Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is written to -RAM (Sleep) mode. When the built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is turned OFF. Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts 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 ...
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 in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on selected models). Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is written to -RAM (Sleep) mode. When the built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is turned OFF. Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts 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 ...
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... 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 The Kensington® lock port allows the Eee PC to a local network. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Eee PC to be removed from a fixed object. 6 LAN Port The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports...
... 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 The Kensington® lock port allows the Eee PC to a local network. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Eee PC to be removed from a fixed object. 6 LAN Port The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports...
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... ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. Launch the USB Charge+ application from Eee Docking tool bar and configure related settings. 4 Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to the Eee PC and battery pack, always use with this jack. 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...
... ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. Launch the USB Charge+ application from Eee Docking tool bar and configure related settings. 4 Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to the Eee PC and battery pack, always use with this jack. 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...
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... adjust the display resolution. Keyboard Usage Special Function Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on -screen-display. Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness. Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness. ASUS Eee PC 1-9 Crossed Speaker Icon (F10): Mutes the speaker. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on the Eee PC's keyboard. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator...
... adjust the display resolution. Keyboard Usage Special Function Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on -screen-display. Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness. Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness. ASUS Eee PC 1-9 Crossed Speaker Icon (F10): Mutes the speaker. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on the Eee PC's keyboard. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator...
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... remove the battery pack while the Eee PC is depleted to prolong battery life. 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 or retailer for using your battery pack(s) and the Eee PC with this may occur if you open the display panel, do not force it is turned ON, as this model...
... remove the battery pack while the Eee PC is depleted to prolong battery life. 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 or retailer for using your battery pack(s) and the Eee PC with this may occur if you open the display panel, do not force it is turned ON, as this model...
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... Next to finish the initialization: 1. Set a password for your user and your user account name 4. ASUS Eee PC 2-3 Follow the wizard instructions to continue. Select you system settings by specifying the region you are in, the time zone you are in, and the keyboard type you use . First-time Startup For the first time you start your Eee PC, the Windows wizard will launch automatically and lead...
... Next to finish the initialization: 1. Set a password for your user and your user account name 4. ASUS Eee PC 2-3 Follow the wizard instructions to continue. Select you system settings by specifying the region you are in, the time zone you are in, and the keyboard type you use . First-time Startup For the first time you start your Eee PC, the Windows wizard will launch automatically and lead...
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... by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for Eee PC> ASUSUpdate. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3-2 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC This utility is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the Eee PC BIOS in your Eee PC. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet 1. 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. 2. ASUS Update The ASUS Update is...
... by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for Eee PC> ASUSUpdate. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3-2 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC This utility is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the Eee PC BIOS in your Eee PC. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet 1. 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. 2. ASUS Update The ASUS Update is...
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... click Next. 5. Select Update BIOS from file from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for EeePC> ASUSUpdate. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 4. Click Next. 4. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through a BIOS file: 1. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. ASUS Eee PC 3-3 Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through the Internet. 3.
... click Next. 5. Select Update BIOS from file from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for EeePC> ASUSUpdate. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 4. Click Next. 4. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through a BIOS file: 1. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. ASUS Eee PC 3-3 Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through the Internet. 3.
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ASUS Eee PC 3-5 Select a Bluetooth-enabled new devices. device from the list and click Next. 6. Enter the Bluetooth security code into your device and start pairing. 7. The paired relationship is successfully built. 4. Click Add a device to finish the setting. Click Close to look for 5.
ASUS Eee PC 3-5 Select a Bluetooth-enabled new devices. device from the list and click Next. 6. Enter the Bluetooth security code into your device and start pairing. 7. The paired relationship is successfully built. 4. Click Add a device to finish the setting. Click Close to look for 5.
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... free online space. The ASUS @Vibe service contents differ for each territory. ASUS Eee PC 3-7 Accesss Sharing Experience Tools • The applications in Eee Docking may vary depending on models. • The names of the desktop. ASUS AP Bank ASUS AP Bank offers various software applications and multimedia enjoyment online. With Internet connection, you are subject to change without notice. Eee Docking Eee Docking contains multiple useful...
... free online space. The ASUS @Vibe service contents differ for each territory. ASUS Eee PC 3-7 Accesss Sharing Experience Tools • The applications in Eee Docking may vary depending on models. • The names of the desktop. ASUS AP Bank ASUS AP Bank offers various software applications and multimedia enjoyment online. With Internet connection, you are subject to change without notice. Eee Docking Eee Docking contains multiple useful...
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...(on selected models) Boingo gives you to adjust the font/text size on your Eee PC screen. Font Resizer Font Resizer allows you easy access to global Wi-Fi services with a special price via the Boingo utility. ASUS Eee PC 3-9 Use one account ...at more than 100,000 hotspots around the world, including airports, hotels, cafes and restaurants. LocaleMe LocaleMe is a web mapping service application, offering easy search for streets or companies sorted by multiple categories all over the world. Docking Setting Docking Setting allows you to configure...
...(on selected models) Boingo gives you to adjust the font/text size on your Eee PC screen. Font Resizer Font Resizer allows you easy access to global Wi-Fi services with a special price via the Boingo utility. ASUS Eee PC 3-9 Use one account ...at more than 100,000 hotspots around the world, including airports, hotels, cafes and restaurants. LocaleMe LocaleMe is a web mapping service application, offering easy search for streets or companies sorted by multiple categories all over the world. Docking Setting Docking Setting allows you to configure...
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... instructions to start the free trial. 1. Online on the desktop. 2. Enter your Eee PC is installed on some models instead of Microsoft® Office Trial. Eee PC users can enjoy Microsoft Office Suite free trial for 60 days. Microsoft® Office Trial (on selected models) Microsoft® Office Starter is connected to select a desired application. 3-10 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC Do the following instructions to finish the activation...
... instructions to start the free trial. 1. Online on the desktop. 2. Enter your Eee PC is installed on some models instead of Microsoft® Office Trial. Eee PC users can enjoy Microsoft Office Suite free trial for 60 days. Microsoft® Office Trial (on selected models) Microsoft® Office Starter is connected to select a desired application. 3-10 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC Do the following instructions to finish the activation...
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... 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 Click Recovery in BIOS setup before using F9 recovery to press only once during bootup. Press during bootup. 2. The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to continue. 3. Using recovery partition (F9 Recovery) 1. Select the language you perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition. System Recovery Disable Boot...
... 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 Click Recovery in BIOS setup before using F9 recovery to press only once during bootup. Press during bootup. 2. The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to continue. 3. Using recovery partition (F9 Recovery) 1. Select the language you perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition. System Recovery Disable Boot...
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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. ASUS Eee PC 4-3 All the data on the selected USB storage device. Ensure...
... 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. ASUS Eee PC 4-3 All the data on the selected USB storage device. Ensure...
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... Drive B: ) may appear when you 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. Start the system and press on bootup. Follow the instructions below to enable Boot Booster after you set the CD-ROM drive as the first boot device. ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item Enter Go to enter the BIOS setup. 2. Remember to disable Boot Booster: 1. ASUS Eee PC 4-5 Set Boot...
... Drive B: ) may appear when you 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. Start the system and press on bootup. Follow the instructions below to enable Boot Booster after you set the CD-ROM drive as the first boot device. ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item Enter Go to enter the BIOS setup. 2. Remember to disable Boot Booster: 1. ASUS Eee PC 4-5 Set Boot...