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Eee PCUser's Manual Windows® XP Edition Eee PC 8G Eee PC 4G (701) Eee PC 4G Surf December 2007
Eee PCUser's Manual Windows® XP Edition Eee PC 8G Eee PC 4G (701) Eee PC 4G Surf December 2007
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...1-2 Notes for This Manual 1-2 Safety Precautions 1-3 Transportation Precautions 1-4 Charging Your Batteries 1-4 Airplane Precautions 1-4 Preparing your Eee PC 1-5 Chapter 2: Knowing the Parts Top Side...2-2 Bottom Side...2-5 Right Side...2-7 Left Side...2-8 Rear Side...2-9 Chapter 3: ...Usage 3-8 Special Function Keys 3-8 Window adjustment 3-10 First-time Startup 3-11 Desktop...3-11 ASUS EeePC Tray Utility 3-12 Shutdown...3-14 Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC Network Connection 4-2 Configuring a wireless network connection 4-2 Configuring a network connection 4-4 Browsing web pages...
...1-2 Notes for This Manual 1-2 Safety Precautions 1-3 Transportation Precautions 1-4 Charging Your Batteries 1-4 Airplane Precautions 1-4 Preparing your Eee PC 1-5 Chapter 2: Knowing the Parts Top Side...2-2 Bottom Side...2-5 Right Side...2-7 Left Side...2-8 Rear Side...2-9 Chapter 3: ...Usage 3-8 Special Function Keys 3-8 Window adjustment 3-10 First-time Startup 3-11 Desktop...3-11 ASUS EeePC Tray Utility 3-12 Shutdown...3-14 Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC Network Connection 4-2 Configuring a wireless network connection 4-2 Configuring a network connection 4-4 Browsing web pages...
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... ...5-6 Contact ...5-6 Other information 5-7 System Recovery 5-8 Using the Support DVD 5-8 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
... ...5-6 Contact ...5-6 Other information 5-7 System Recovery 5-8 Using the Support DVD 5-8 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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About This User's Manual Notes for This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing Your Eee PC 1 Introducing the Eee PC
About This User's Manual Notes for This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing Your Eee PC 1 Introducing the Eee PC
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...Eee PC. 4. Appendix Provides you information on the Eee PC's components. 3. Introducing the Eee PC Introduces the Eee PC and this User's Manual: 1. Getting Started Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 5. Notes for safe operation. TIP: Tips for special situations. 1- Chapter 1: Introducing the Eee PC...Gives you safety statements. About This User's Manual You are reading the Eee PC User's Manual.This User's Manual provides information regarding the various components in the Eee PC and how to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have ...
...Eee PC. 4. Appendix Provides you information on the Eee PC's components. 3. Introducing the Eee PC Introduces the Eee PC and this User's Manual: 1. Getting Started Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 5. Notes for safe operation. TIP: Tips for special situations. 1- Chapter 1: Introducing the Eee PC...Gives you safety statements. About This User's Manual You are reading the Eee PC User's Manual.This User's Manual provides information regarding the various components in the Eee PC and how to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have ...
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... to the rating label on top and do not shove any extra moisture with a dry cloth. DO NOT throw the Eee PC in fire. ASUS Eee PC 1- Wipe the Eee PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with small items that will increase the life of the... Eee PC. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Eee PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Do not place together with a solution of nonabrasive ...
... to the rating label on top and do not shove any extra moisture with a dry cloth. DO NOT throw the Eee PC in fire. ASUS Eee PC 1- Wipe the Eee PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with small items that will increase the life of the... Eee PC. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. DO NOT leave the Eee PC on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Do not place together with a solution of nonabrasive ...
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... case for protection from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. Be careful not to magnetic wands. 1- Chapter 1: Introducing the Eee PC Transportation Precautions To prepare the Eee PC for transport, you intend to use battery power, be sure to fully charge your battery pack and any optional battery packs before... going on long trips. Most airlines have restrictions for using electronic devices. The Eee PC's surface is recommended that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it is easily dulled if not properly cared ...
... case for protection from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. Be careful not to magnetic wands. 1- Chapter 1: Introducing the Eee PC Transportation Precautions To prepare the Eee PC for transport, you intend to use battery power, be sure to fully charge your battery pack and any optional battery packs before... going on long trips. Most airlines have restrictions for using electronic devices. The Eee PC's surface is recommended that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it is easily dulled if not properly cared ...
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Read the following chapters for more details. Install the battery pack 2 1 2 2. ASUS Eee PC 1- Connect the AC power adapter 1 3 The wall outlet differs in type by country.Your Eee PC ships with an adapter compliant with your specific configuration. Refer to page 3-2 for detailed inform1ation. 1. The illustration above is for using your Eee PC. Preparing your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for reference only and may not exactly show your national standard.
Read the following chapters for more details. Install the battery pack 2 1 2 2. ASUS Eee PC 1- Connect the AC power adapter 1 3 The wall outlet differs in type by country.Your Eee PC ships with an adapter compliant with your specific configuration. Refer to page 3-2 for detailed inform1ation. 1. The illustration above is for using your Eee PC. Preparing your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for reference only and may not exactly show your national standard.
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Turn ON the Eee PC When you open the display panel, do not force it down to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the Eee PC by the display panel! 1- Chapter 1: Introducing the Eee PC Open the display panel 4. 3.
Turn ON the Eee PC When you open the display panel, do not force it down to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the Eee PC by the display panel! 1- Chapter 1: Introducing the Eee PC Open the display panel 4. 3.
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Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 The keyboard will differ for each territory. 2- Chapter 2: Knowing the Parts
Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 The keyboard will differ for each territory. 2- Chapter 2: Knowing the Parts
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... keys with comfortable travel (depth at which provides excellent viewing like that provides the same functions as a desktop monitor. ASUS Eee PC 2- Press the switch once to turn OFF the Eee PC. Scrolling is easier on a mouse respectively. The left and right buttons below the pad equal to turn ON and ...hold it is available to clean the display panel. 3 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Eee PC and recovering from STR. Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if necessary) to allow easy web and document navigation. The...
... keys with comfortable travel (depth at which provides excellent viewing like that provides the same functions as a desktop monitor. ASUS Eee PC 2- Press the switch once to turn OFF the Eee PC. Scrolling is easier on a mouse respectively. The left and right buttons below the pad equal to turn ON and ...hold it is available to clean the display panel. 3 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Eee PC and recovering from STR. Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if necessary) to allow easy web and document navigation. The...
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Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator (LED) shows the status of the battery's power as follows: ON: The Eee PC's battery is charging when AC power is written to or read from the disk drive. Solid-State disk (SSD) Indicator The solid-state disk drive ...indicator blinks when data is connected. Wireless Indicator This is charged or completely drained. OFF: The Eee PC's battery is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN. When the built-in the Save-toRAM (Suspend) mode. Blinking: Battery power is less...
Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator (LED) shows the status of the battery's power as follows: ON: The Eee PC's battery is charging when AC power is written to or read from the disk drive. Solid-State disk (SSD) Indicator The solid-state disk drive ...indicator blinks when data is connected. Wireless Indicator This is charged or completely drained. OFF: The Eee PC's battery is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN. When the built-in the Save-toRAM (Suspend) mode. Blinking: Battery power is less...
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The bottom side may block the vents. DO NOT use on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas, which may vary in operation. ASUS Eee PC 2- Be careful when handling the Eee PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on model. 1 2 3 4 5 6 The bottom of the Eee PC. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components 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. DO NOT use on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas, which may vary in operation. ASUS Eee PC 2- Be careful when handling the Eee PC while it is in operation or recently been in appearance depending on model. 1 2 3 4 5 6 The bottom of the Eee PC. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components 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.
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... can be retained in a dedicated compartment. Spring The spring battery lock keeps the battery pack secure. When removing the battery pack, this Eee PC. Manual The manual battery lock is automatically charged when connected to an AC power source and maintains power to insert or remove the battery... pack. 1 Battery Lock - The memory module in Eee PC (Easy DIMM) is for use when moving temporarily between locations. When the battery pack is not connected. Move the manual lock to the ...
... can be retained in a dedicated compartment. Spring The spring battery lock keeps the battery pack secure. When removing the battery pack, this Eee PC. Manual The manual battery lock is automatically charged when connected to an AC power source and maintains power to insert or remove the battery... pack. 1 Battery Lock - The memory module in Eee PC (Easy DIMM) is for use when moving temporarily between locations. When the battery pack is not connected. Move the manual lock to the ...
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..., and storage devices, connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). ASUS Eee PC 2- Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Eee PC to be removed from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. 2 2.0 USB ...some peripherals acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Eee PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible security products. Also, the USB supports hot-swapping function. 3 Display (Monitor) Output...
..., and storage devices, connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). ASUS Eee PC 2- Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Eee PC to be removed from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. 2 2.0 USB ...some peripherals acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Eee PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible security products. Also, the USB supports hot-swapping function. 3 Display (Monitor) Output...
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... cameras, and storage devices, connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). 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, voice ...narrations, or simple audio recordings. 4 Headphone Output Jack The 1/8" stereo headphone jack (3.55mm) connects the Eee PC's audio out signal to a local network. in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters. 2 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus...
... cameras, and storage devices, connected in a series up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). 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, voice ...narrations, or simple audio recordings. 4 Headphone Output Jack The 1/8" stereo headphone jack (3.55mm) connects the Eee PC's audio out signal to a local network. in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters. 2 2.0 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus...
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...is automatically charged when connected to an AC power source and maintains power to DC power for this Eee PC. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. Power supplied through this jack. ASUS Eee PC 2- The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 2 Power ...(DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to the Eee PC when AC power is not connected. This allows use the...
...is automatically charged when connected to an AC power source and maintains power to DC power for this Eee PC. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. Power supplied through this jack. ASUS Eee PC 2- The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit. 2 Power ...(DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to the Eee PC when AC power is not connected. This allows use the...
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...Follow the instructions below to ask an experienced traveler about AC outlet voltages before travelling. Incline the prong slightly to a different standard. Your Eee PC comes with a universal AC-DC adapter for connection to any 100V-120V as well as voltages. BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER ...3: Getting Started Most hotels will provide universal outlets to the DC power required by the Eee PC. THE POWER ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. Power System Using AC Power The Eee PC power comprises two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system.The power adapter converts...
...Follow the instructions below to ask an experienced traveler about AC outlet voltages before travelling. Incline the prong slightly to a different standard. Your Eee PC comes with a universal AC-DC adapter for connection to any 100V-120V as well as voltages. BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER ...3: Getting Started Most hotels will provide universal outlets to the DC power required by the Eee PC. THE POWER ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. Power System Using AC Power The Eee PC power comprises two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system.The power adapter converts...
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... come with a faulty AC-DC adapter. ASUS Eee PC 3- Seek servicing if you use a different adapter to power the Eee PC or use the Eee PC's adapter to fit your battery pack(s) and the Eee PC with either a two or three-prong plug adapter depending on territory to power other electrical devices. You may occur if you suspect a faulty...
... come with a faulty AC-DC adapter. ASUS Eee PC 3- Seek servicing if you use a different adapter to power the Eee PC or use the Eee PC's adapter to fit your battery pack(s) and the Eee PC with either a two or three-prong plug adapter depending on territory to power other electrical devices. You may occur if you suspect a faulty...
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...the battery pack caused by the manufacturer or retailer for use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this 1 Eee PC or specifically approved by impact, turn OFF the Eee PC and contact an authorized service center. 3- Chapter 3: Getting Started A fully charged pack will provide several hours of... battery cells housed together. Installing and Removing the Battery Pack Your Eee PC may result in fire, DO NOT short circuit the contacts, and DO NOT disassemble the battery. If there is turned ON, as this...
...the battery pack caused by the manufacturer or retailer for use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this 1 Eee PC or specifically approved by impact, turn OFF the Eee PC and contact an authorized service center. 3- Chapter 3: Getting Started A fully charged pack will provide several hours of... battery cells housed together. Installing and Removing the Battery Pack Your Eee PC may result in fire, DO NOT short circuit the contacts, and DO NOT disassemble the battery. If there is turned ON, as this...