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...vi Charging Your Batteries vii Airplane Precautions vii Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts Top Side...1-2 Bottom Side...1-6 Front Side...1-7 Right Side...1-8 Left Side...1-9 Keyboard Usage...1-11 Special Function Keys 1-11 Touchpad Usage...1-13 Multi-finger gesture input 1-13 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...
...vi Charging Your Batteries vii Airplane Precautions vii Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts Top Side...1-2 Bottom Side...1-6 Front Side...1-7 Right Side...1-8 Left Side...1-9 Keyboard Usage...1-11 Special Function Keys 1-11 Touchpad Usage...1-13 Multi-finger gesture input 1-13 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...
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... directive 1999/5/EC A-4 CE Marking...A-4 IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada A-5 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains A-6 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands A-6 UL Safety Notices...A-7 REACH Notice...A-8 Power Safety Requirement A-8 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration .........A-9 Takeback Services A-9 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries A-10 Copyright Information...A-12 Limitation of Liability...A-13 Service and Support...A-13 ASUS Eee PC iii
... directive 1999/5/EC A-4 CE Marking...A-4 IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada A-5 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains A-6 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands A-6 UL Safety Notices...A-7 REACH Notice...A-8 Power Safety Requirement A-8 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration .........A-9 Takeback Services A-9 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries A-10 Copyright Information...A-12 Limitation of Liability...A-13 Service and Support...A-13 ASUS Eee PC iii
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... used throughout this guide, allowing you to data, components, or persons. Important information that must be followed for special situations. NOTE: Information for safe operation. System Recovery Gives you information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. TIP: Tips for This Manual A few notes and warnings are major sections of this User's Manual...
... used throughout this guide, allowing you to data, components, or persons. Important information that must be followed for special situations. NOTE: Information for safe operation. System Recovery Gives you information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. The actual bundled operating system and applications differ by models and territories. TIP: Tips for This Manual A few notes and warnings are major sections of this User's Manual...
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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. Except as thinners, benzene, or other peripherals. DO NOT leave the Eee PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Do not use near the surface. Disconnect the AC power before cleaning. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT use damaged power...
... NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Except as thinners, benzene, or other peripherals. DO NOT leave the Eee PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Do not use near the surface. Disconnect the AC power before cleaning. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. DO NOT use damaged power...
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... works when the display panel is an ASUS exclusive OS that provides you to open the camera cover. 3 Microphone (Built-in) 4 Built-in Camera 5 Display Panel 6 Express Gate Button (on selected models) The wireless/bluetooth button toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth ON or OFF. Slide the switch to the right to open and close the camera cover. You can also control the function by press + . 1 Camera Indicator 2 Camera Cover Switch The camera cover switch allows you with quick access to the Internet and key applications without entering...
... works when the display panel is an ASUS exclusive OS that provides you to open the camera cover. 3 Microphone (Built-in) 4 Built-in Camera 5 Display Panel 6 Express Gate Button (on selected models) The wireless/bluetooth button toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth ON or OFF. Slide the switch to the right to open and close the camera cover. You can also control the function by press + . 1 Camera Indicator 2 Camera Cover Switch The camera cover switch allows you with quick access to the Internet and key applications without entering...
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Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is enabled, this indicator lights. ASUS Eee PC 1-5 Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is written to or read from the disk drive. Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Indicator The hard disk drive indicator blinks when data is activated when lighted. When the built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on selected models).
Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is enabled, this indicator lights. ASUS Eee PC 1-5 Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is written to or read from the disk drive. Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Indicator The hard disk drive indicator blinks when data is activated when lighted. When the built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on selected models).
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When the battery pack is secured in place. ASUS Eee PC 1-7 Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. 1 1 Audio Speaker System Audio features are software controlled. 2 Battery Lock The battery lock secures the battery pack. To remove the battery pack, slide the battery lock inward. 3 Memory Compartment The memory module is properly installed, it automatically locks in a dedicated compartment.
When the battery pack is secured in place. ASUS Eee PC 1-7 Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. 1 1 Audio Speaker System Audio features are software controlled. 2 Battery Lock The battery lock secures the battery pack. To remove the battery pack, slide the battery lock inward. 3 Memory Compartment The memory module is properly installed, it automatically locks in a dedicated compartment.
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... 1 Headphone Output Jack 2 Microphone Jack The microphone jack is designed to connect the microphone used for voice narrations or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port (3.0, on selected models/2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 3.0 (blue), 2.0, or USB 1.1 (black) devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, and storage devices. 4 LAN Port (10/100M bit) The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network. 5 Kensington® Lock port The Kensington® lock port allows the Eee PC to be...
... 1 Headphone Output Jack 2 Microphone Jack The microphone jack is designed to connect the microphone used for voice narrations or simple audio recordings. 3 USB Port (3.0, on selected models/2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 3.0 (blue), 2.0, or USB 1.1 (black) devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, and storage devices. 4 LAN Port (10/100M bit) The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network. 5 Kensington® Lock port The Kensington® lock port allows the Eee PC to be...
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... video and audio playback device. 4 USB Port (2.0/1.1) USB Charge+ (on this jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the Eee PC and charges the internal battery pack.To prevent damage to detach the HDMI cable when using your Eee PC is sleeping, hibernating or shut down. Launch the USB Charge+ application from Eee Docking tool bar and configure related settings. 5 Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to DC power for use...
... video and audio playback device. 4 USB Port (2.0/1.1) USB Charge+ (on this jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the Eee PC and charges the internal battery pack.To prevent damage to detach the HDMI cable when using your Eee PC is sleeping, hibernating or shut down. Launch the USB Charge+ application from Eee Docking tool bar and configure related settings. 5 Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to DC power for use...
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... your hot key locations do not match the manual. Radio Tower (F2) (Wireless Models Only):Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on -screen-display. Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness. Touchpad (F9): Toggles the touchpad ON/OFF. ASUS Eee PC 1-11 Keyboard Usage Special Function Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on model but the functions should remain the same. Some function icons appear in suspend mode (Save-to-RAM). The Hot Key locations on the function keys may...
... your hot key locations do not match the manual. Radio Tower (F2) (Wireless Models Only):Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on -screen-display. Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness. Touchpad (F9): Toggles the touchpad ON/OFF. ASUS Eee PC 1-11 Keyboard Usage Special Function Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on model but the functions should remain the same. Some function icons appear in suspend mode (Save-to-RAM). The Hot Key locations on the function keys may...
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Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use and whenever it down to the table or else the hinges may occur if you use a different adapter to fully charge the battery before first use with this Eee PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer for using your battery pack(s) and the Eee PC with a faulty ACDC adapter. • When you open the display panel, do not force...
Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use and whenever it down to the table or else the hinges may occur if you use a different adapter to fully charge the battery before first use with this Eee PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer for using your battery pack(s) and the Eee PC with a faulty ACDC adapter. • When you open the display panel, do not force...
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... Startup For the first time you start your Eee PC, the Windows wizard will launch automatically and lead you system settings by Click Next to continue. Click then click Next to continue. Next to continue. Select you through setting up your preferences and some basic information. Follow the wizard instructions to continue. 3. Set a password for your user and your user account name 4. ASUS Eee PC...
... Startup For the first time you start your Eee PC, the Windows wizard will launch automatically and lead you system settings by Click Next to continue. Click then click Next to continue. Next to continue. Select you through setting up your preferences and some basic information. Follow the wizard instructions to continue. 3. Set a password for your user and your user account name 4. ASUS Eee PC...
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... of updating itself through a BIOS file: 1. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Locate the BIOS file from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for EeePC> ASUSUpdate. Always update the utility to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avail all its features. ASUS Eee PC...
... of updating itself through a BIOS file: 1. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Locate the BIOS file from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for EeePC> ASUSUpdate. Always update the utility to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avail all its features. ASUS Eee PC...
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device from the list and click Next. 6. Click Add a device to finish the setting. ASUS Eee PC 3-5 4. Enter the Bluetooth security code into your device and start pairing. 7. Select a Bluetooth-enabled new devices. The paired relationship is successfully built. Click Close to look for 5.
device from the list and click Next. 6. Click Add a device to finish the setting. ASUS Eee PC 3-5 4. Enter the Bluetooth security code into your device and start pairing. 7. Select a Bluetooth-enabled new devices. The paired relationship is successfully built. Click Close to look for 5.
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... games. The ASUS @Vibe service contents differ for each territory. ASUS WebStorage Eee PC users can access and share any files whenever you want and wherever you are subject to change without notice. ASUS Eee PC 3-7 Access ASUS @Vibe ASUS @Vibe allows you can enjoy free online space. ASUS AP Bank ASUS AP Bank offers various software applications and multimedia enjoyment online. With Internet connection, you to the Internet. Access Sharing Experience...
... games. The ASUS @Vibe service contents differ for each territory. ASUS WebStorage Eee PC users can access and share any files whenever you want and wherever you are subject to change without notice. ASUS Eee PC 3-7 Access ASUS @Vibe ASUS @Vibe allows you can enjoy free online space. ASUS AP Bank ASUS AP Bank offers various software applications and multimedia enjoyment online. With Internet connection, you to the Internet. Access Sharing Experience...
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Font Resizer Font Resizer allows you to configure the appearance and the position of the Eee Docking tool bar. 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 operate. ASUS Eee PC 3-9 Locale Me requires an Internet connection to adjust the font/text size on your Eee PC screen.
Font Resizer Font Resizer allows you to configure the appearance and the position of the Eee Docking tool bar. 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 operate. ASUS Eee PC 3-9 Locale Me requires an Internet connection to adjust the font/text size on your Eee PC screen.
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.... Press during bootup. 2. The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to continue. 3. Using recovery partition (F9 Recovery) 1. System Recovery Disable Boot Booster in the Recovery System dialog box to start the system recovery. 4. Ensure 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 Select the language you perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden...
.... Press during bootup. 2. The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to continue. 3. Using recovery partition (F9 Recovery) 1. System Recovery Disable Boot Booster in the Recovery System dialog box to start the system recovery. 4. Ensure 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 Select the language you perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden...
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... USB storage device will lose all your Eee PC. 3. Back up 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 back up the recovery files 1. Connect a USB storage device to your important data beforehand 5. Select a desired USB storage device if more than 16GB. • Memory cards are not supported for this function...
... USB storage device will lose all your Eee PC. 3. Back up 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 back up the recovery files 1. Connect a USB storage device to your important data beforehand 5. Select a desired USB storage device if more than 16GB. • Memory cards are not supported for this function...
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...hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). 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. Boot Booster The Boot Booster item in BIOS setup helps shorten your Eee PC bootup time. Start the system and press on bootup. A virtual floppy disk drive (Floppy Drive B: ) may appear when you change or system recovery. Follow the instructions...
...hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). 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. Boot Booster The Boot Booster item in BIOS setup helps shorten your Eee PC bootup time. Start the system and press on bootup. A virtual floppy disk drive (Floppy Drive B: ) may appear when you change or system recovery. Follow the instructions...
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... through 11 in the 2.4GHz frequency by default. ASUS Eee PC A-3 (Reprinted from the Code of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.) FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to the transmitting antenna during...
... through 11 in the 2.4GHz frequency by default. ASUS Eee PC A-3 (Reprinted from the Code of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.) FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to the transmitting antenna during...
