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... 1: 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 Super...
... 1: 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 Super...
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... A-4 IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada A-4 CE Mark Warning...A-6 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains A-7 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands A-7 UL Safety Notices...A-8 Power Safety Requirement A-9 REACH Notice...A-9 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ......A-10 Takeback Services A-10 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries A-11 Copyright Information...A-13 Limitation of Liability...A-14 Service and Support...A-14 ASUS Eee PC iii
... A-4 IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada A-4 CE Mark Warning...A-6 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains A-7 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands A-7 UL Safety Notices...A-8 Power Safety Requirement A-9 REACH Notice...A-9 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ......A-10 Takeback Services A-10 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries A-11 Copyright Information...A-13 Limitation of Liability...A-14 Service and Support...A-14 ASUS Eee PC iii
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... importance as being correct. Using the Eee PC Provides information on getting started with the Eee PC. 3. The actual bundled applications differ by models and territories. There may be differences between your Eee PC as follows: WARNING! System Recovery Gives you safety statements. IMPORTANT! Getting Started Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. Notes for safe operation. Knowing the Parts Provides information on system recovery. 5. iv Table of...
... importance as being correct. Using the Eee PC Provides information on getting started with the Eee PC. 3. The actual bundled applications differ by models and territories. There may be differences between your Eee PC as follows: WARNING! System Recovery Gives you safety statements. IMPORTANT! Getting Started Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. Notes for safe operation. Knowing the Parts Provides information on system recovery. 5. iv Table of...
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... and remove any extra moisture with small items that may scratch or enter the Eee PC. 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 the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT leave the Eee PC on top and do not shove any part of the Eee PC. Safety...
... and remove any extra moisture with small items that may scratch or enter the Eee PC. 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 the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT leave the Eee PC on top and do not shove any part of the Eee PC. Safety...
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... opened . When enabled, the corresponding wireless/bluetooth indicator lights up. Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is opened your Eee PC is switched to LCD + CRT Mode directly if it to turn ON and hold it is turned OFF. You can also press + to an external monitor or a projector. ASUS Eee PC 1-3 1 Camera Cover Switch The camera cover switch allows you to open the camera cover. 2 Microphone (Built-in) 3 Built-in the Save-to-RAM (Sleep) mode. Slide the switch...
... opened . When enabled, the corresponding wireless/bluetooth indicator lights up. Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is opened your Eee PC is switched to LCD + CRT Mode directly if it to turn ON and hold it is turned OFF. You can also press + to an external monitor or a projector. ASUS Eee PC 1-3 1 Camera Cover Switch The camera cover switch allows you to open the camera cover. 2 Microphone (Built-in) 3 Built-in the Save-to-RAM (Sleep) mode. Slide the switch...
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... power (0%-10%) Orange Blinking Powered OFF / Standby mode Without Adapter Off Off Orange Blinking With Adapter High battery 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 written to -RAM (Sleep) mode. 8 Keyboard The keyboard differs for each territory. 9 Touchpad and Buttons 10 Status Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC...
... power (0%-10%) Orange Blinking Powered OFF / Standby mode Without Adapter Off Off Orange Blinking With Adapter High battery 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 written to -RAM (Sleep) mode. 8 Keyboard The keyboard differs for each territory. 9 Touchpad and Buttons 10 Status Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC...
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Be careful when handling the Eee PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on model. 1 2 3 The bottom of the Eee PC. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. ASUS Eee PC 1-5 Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on soft surfaces such as sofas or beds, which may vary in operation. DO NOT use on this side of the Eee PC can get very hot. DO NOT PUT THE Eee PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. The bottom side may block the vents.
Be careful when handling the Eee PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on model. 1 2 3 The bottom of the Eee PC. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. ASUS Eee PC 1-5 Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on soft surfaces such as sofas or beds, which may vary in operation. DO NOT use on this side of the Eee PC can get very hot. DO NOT PUT THE Eee PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. The bottom side may block the vents.
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... 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, connected in a series up to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). 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...
... 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, connected in a series up to 4.8Gbits/sec (USB 3.0), 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0), and 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1). 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...
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... the Eee PC and charges the internal battery pack.To prevent damage to the Eee PC and battery pack, always use with this side of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 1-8 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts 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...
... the Eee PC and charges the internal battery pack.To prevent damage to the Eee PC and battery pack, always use with this side of the air vents or else overheating may occur. 1-8 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts 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...
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... the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. 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. Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness. ASUS Eee PC 1-9 When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Sun...
... the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. 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. Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness. ASUS Eee PC 1-9 When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Sun...
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... Started Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use a different adapter to power the Eee PC. Turn ON the Eee PC Damage may occur if you open the display panel, do not force it is turned ON, as this model or else damage may damage both your battery pack(s) and the Eee PC with a faulty ACDC adapter. • When you use with this Eee PC or specifically approved by the display panel! • Only use battery packs...
... Started Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use a different adapter to power the Eee PC. Turn ON the Eee PC Damage may occur if you open the display panel, do not force it is turned ON, as this model or else damage may damage both your battery pack(s) and the Eee PC with a faulty ACDC adapter. • When you use with this Eee PC or specifically approved by the display panel! • Only use battery packs...
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.... Type your preferences and some basic information. For the first time you start your Eee PC, the Windows wizard will launch automatically and lead you through setting up your user account name 4. Set a password for your user and your computer's name, account if you want. ASUS Eee PC 2-3 Click Next to finish the initialization: 1. Follow the wizard instructions to continue. 2. Select the language you use...
.... Type your preferences and some basic information. For the first time you start your Eee PC, the Windows wizard will launch automatically and lead you through setting up your user account name 4. Set a password for your user and your computer's name, account if you want. ASUS Eee PC 2-3 Click Next to finish the initialization: 1. Follow the wizard instructions to continue. 2. Select the language you use...
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... BIOS version information. ASUS Update The ASUS Update is pre-loaded in Windows® environment. This utility is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the Eee PC BIOS in your Eee PC. Select Update BIOS from Internet from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 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). The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet...
... BIOS version information. ASUS Update The ASUS Update is pre-loaded in Windows® environment. This utility is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the Eee PC BIOS in your Eee PC. Select Update BIOS from Internet from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 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). The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet...
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... features. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. 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. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through the Internet. ASUS Eee PC 3-3 3. Always update the utility to complete the update process. Follow the screen instructions to avoid network traffic, or...
... features. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. 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. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through the Internet. ASUS Eee PC 3-3 3. Always update the utility to complete the update process. Follow the screen instructions to avoid network traffic, or...
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... your Eee PC display in your Eee PC or to a USB hard disk so that you could easily restore your Eee PC while any hardware or OS problem occurs. Docking Setting Docking Setting allows you to the local hard disk drive in terms of the Eee Docking tool bar. Tools Live Update Live Update keeps your Eee PC screen. PowerRecover (on your Eee PC up your system partition to configure the appearance and the position of the contrast, brightness...
... your Eee PC display in your Eee PC or to a USB hard disk so that you could easily restore your Eee PC while any hardware or OS problem occurs. Docking Setting Docking Setting allows you to the local hard disk drive in terms of the Eee Docking tool bar. Tools Live Update Live Update keeps your Eee PC screen. PowerRecover (on your Eee PC up your system partition to configure the appearance and the position of the contrast, brightness...
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.... 4. ASUS Eee PC 3-9 Eee PC users can enjoy Microsoft Office Suite free trial for 60 days. If you want to use other applications in the Microsoft Office Suite, click start and point to All Programs > Microsoft Office to start the free trial. 1. Do the following instructions to select a desired application. Online on some models instead of Microsoft® Office Trial. Enter your product key and...
.... 4. ASUS Eee PC 3-9 Eee PC users can enjoy Microsoft Office Suite free trial for 60 days. If you want to use other applications in the Microsoft Office Suite, click start and point to All Programs > Microsoft Office to start the free trial. 1. Do the following instructions to select a desired application. Online on some models instead of Microsoft® Office Trial. Enter your product key and...
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... Recovery in BIOS setup before using F9 recovery to avoid recovery failure. Ensure to the AC power adapter before you use and click to complete the recovery process. 4-2 Chapter 4: System Recovery Select the language you perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition. The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to continue. 3. Ensure to connect your Eee PC to press only once during bootup. Using recovery partition (F9 Recovery...
... Recovery in BIOS setup before using F9 recovery to avoid recovery failure. Ensure to the AC power adapter before you use and click to complete the recovery process. 4-2 Chapter 4: System Recovery Select the language you perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition. The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to continue. 3. Ensure to connect your Eee PC to press only once during bootup. Using recovery partition (F9 Recovery...
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... 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 your Eee PC and click Backup in the previous section. 2. Repeat the step 1-2 in the Recovery System dialog box to start the backup or click Back to your Eee PC. 3. Click Continue to start the recovery files backup. • The...
... 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 your Eee PC and click Backup in the previous section. 2. Repeat the step 1-2 in the Recovery System dialog box to start the backup or click Back to your Eee PC. 3. Click Continue to start the recovery files backup. • The...
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... hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). Follow the instructions below to save the configuration and restart Eee PC. Press again to [Disabled]. Set Boot Booster to enter the BIOS setup. 2. Start the system and press on bootup. ASUS Eee PC 4-5 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...
... hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). Follow the instructions below to save the configuration and restart Eee PC. Press again to [Disabled]. Set Boot Booster to enter the BIOS setup. 2. Start the system and press on bootup. ASUS Eee PC 4-5 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...
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... Refer to the latest user manual at ASUS Support Site. (Reprinted from the Code of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment complies with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact to Channels 1 through 11 in the USA." ASUS Eee PC A-3 Eee PC 1016 Series Max. Washington DC...
... Refer to the latest user manual at ASUS Support Site. (Reprinted from the Code of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment complies with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact to Channels 1 through 11 in the USA." ASUS Eee PC A-3 Eee PC 1016 Series Max. Washington DC...