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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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... special situations. Getting Started Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. Notes for safe operation. 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 this guide, allowing you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of importance as being correct. Knowing the Parts Provides information on system recovery. 5. Important information...
... special situations. Getting Started Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. Notes for safe operation. 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 this guide, allowing you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively.These notes have different degrees of importance as being correct. Knowing the Parts Provides information on system recovery. 5. Important information...
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... other peripherals. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. DO NOT place or drop objects on your lap or any part of the Eee PC. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories...
... other peripherals. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. DO NOT place or drop objects on your lap or any part of the Eee PC. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories...
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... power saving modes. Wireless/Bluetooth Button (Bluetooth on selected models) When the Eee PC is an ASUS exclusive OS that provides you to close the protective camera cover. Press the switch once to turn OFF the Eee PC. 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 the Windows® OS. When enabled, the corresponding wireless/bluetooth indicator lights up. Express Gate is turned off, pressing this button functions...
... power saving modes. Wireless/Bluetooth Button (Bluetooth on selected models) When the Eee PC is an ASUS exclusive OS that provides you to close the protective camera cover. Press the switch once to turn OFF the Eee PC. 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 the Windows® OS. When enabled, the corresponding wireless/bluetooth indicator lights up. Express Gate is turned off, pressing this button functions...
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ASUS Eee PC 1-5 Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is enabled, this indicator lights. When the built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on selected models). Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is written to or read from the disk drive. Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Indicator The hard disk drive indicator blinks when data is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is activated when lighted.
ASUS Eee PC 1-5 Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is enabled, this indicator lights. When the built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on selected models). Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is written to or read from the disk drive. Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Indicator The hard disk drive indicator blinks when data is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is activated when lighted.
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2 Battery Lock The battery lock secures the battery pack. 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. When the battery pack is secured in place. 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. ASUS Eee PC 1-7
2 Battery Lock The battery lock secures the battery pack. 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. When the battery pack is secured in place. 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. ASUS Eee PC 1-7
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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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... major video and audio playback device. 4 USB Port (2.0/1.1) USB Charge+ (on this side of the air vents or else overheating may occur. THE ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. Power supplied through this jack. 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 exit the Eee PC. Ensure...
... major video and audio playback device. 4 USB Port (2.0/1.1) USB Charge+ (on this side of the air vents or else overheating may occur. THE ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. Power supplied through this jack. 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 exit the Eee PC. Ensure...
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Radio Tower (F2) (Wireless Models Only):Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on -screen-display. Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness. ASUS Eee PC 1-11 LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Eee PC's LCD display and an external monitor. Touchpad (F9): Toggles the touchpad ON/OFF. Volume Up Icon (F12): Increases the speaker volume. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on selected...
Radio Tower (F2) (Wireless Models Only):Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on -screen-display. Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness. ASUS Eee PC 1-11 LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Eee PC's LCD display and an external monitor. Touchpad (F9): Toggles the touchpad ON/OFF. Volume Up Icon (F12): Increases the speaker volume. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on selected...
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... voltage of working data. 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 model or else damage may occur to the Eee PC. Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use with a faulty ACDC adapter. • When you use and whenever...
... voltage of working data. 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 model or else damage may occur to the Eee PC. Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use with a faulty ACDC adapter. • When you use and whenever...
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... finish the initialization: 1. ASUS Eee PC 2-3 Follow the wizard instructions to continue. Select you system settings by Click Next to continue. 3. specifying the region you are in, the time zone you are in, and the keyboard type you use . 2. Click Next to continue. Next to continue. First-time Startup For the first time you start your Eee PC, the Windows wizard will launch...
... finish the initialization: 1. ASUS Eee PC 2-3 Follow the wizard instructions to continue. Select you system settings by Click Next to continue. 3. specifying the region you are in, the time zone you are in, and the keyboard type you use . 2. Click Next to continue. Next to continue. First-time Startup For the first time you start your Eee PC, the Windows wizard will launch...
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... update the utility to complete the update process. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to complete the update process. Follow the screen instructions to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select. Click Next. 4. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for EeePC> ASUSUpdate. From the FTP site, select the desired BIOS version and click Next. 5. ASUS Eee PC...
... update the utility to complete the update process. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to complete the update process. Follow the screen instructions to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select. Click Next. 4. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for EeePC> ASUSUpdate. From the FTP site, select the desired BIOS version and click Next. 5. ASUS Eee PC...
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Select a Bluetooth-enabled new devices. Enter the Bluetooth security code into your device and start pairing. 7. Click Close to look for 5. 4. The paired relationship is successfully built. ASUS Eee PC 3-5 Click Add a device to finish the setting. device from the list and click Next. 6.
Select a Bluetooth-enabled new devices. Enter the Bluetooth security code into your device and start pairing. 7. Click Close to look for 5. 4. The paired relationship is successfully built. ASUS Eee PC 3-5 Click Add a device to finish the setting. device from the list and click Next. 6.
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..., Live TV and Games, etc. ASUS WebStorage Eee PC users can access and share any files whenever you want and wherever you to change without notice. The ASUS @Vibe service contents differ for each territory. With Internet connection, you can enjoy free online space. ASUS Eee PC 3-7 The Eee Docking tool bar is accessible only when your Eee PC connects to the Internet. Eee Docking (on models. • The names of the...
..., Live TV and Games, etc. ASUS WebStorage Eee PC users can access and share any files whenever you want and wherever you to change without notice. The ASUS @Vibe service contents differ for each territory. With Internet connection, you can enjoy free online space. ASUS Eee PC 3-7 The Eee Docking tool bar is accessible only when your Eee PC connects to the Internet. Eee Docking (on models. • The names of the...
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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. ASUS Eee PC 3-9 Docking Setting Docking Setting allows you to operate. 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. ASUS Eee PC 3-9 Docking Setting Docking Setting allows you to operate. Locale Me requires an Internet connection to adjust the font/text size on your Eee PC screen.
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... during bootup. 2. Click Recovery in BIOS setup before using F9 recovery to continue. 3. The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to start the system recovery. 4. Ensure to press only once during bootup. Using recovery partition (F9 Recovery) 1. Ensure to connect your Eee PC to the AC power adapter before you use and click to avoid recovery failure. Select the language you perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden...
... during bootup. 2. Click Recovery in BIOS setup before using F9 recovery to continue. 3. The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to start the system recovery. 4. Ensure to press only once during bootup. Using recovery partition (F9 Recovery) 1. Ensure to connect your Eee PC to the AC power adapter before you use and click to avoid recovery failure. Select the language you perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden...
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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 your Eee PC and click Continue. 4. You will be larger than one USB storage device is connected to your Eee PC. 3. The system backup starts and click OK when done. All the data...
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 your Eee PC and click Continue. 4. You will be larger than one USB storage device is connected to your Eee PC. 3. The system backup starts and click OK when done. All the data...
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... Boot Device Priority sequence. Remember to enable Boot Booster after you fail to see the POST screen or enter the BIOS setup by doing the instruction above, restart the system and try pressing repeatedly on bootup to disable Boot Booster: 1. Start the system and press on bootup. If you complete hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). ASUS Eee PC 4-5 Press to enter the BIOS setup. 2. Set Boot...
... Boot Device Priority sequence. Remember to enable Boot Booster after you fail to see the POST screen or enter the BIOS setup by doing the instruction above, restart the system and try pressing repeatedly on bootup to disable Boot Booster: 1. Start the system and press on bootup. If you complete hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). ASUS Eee PC 4-5 Press to enter the BIOS setup. 2. Set Boot...
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... for satisfying RF exposure compliance. (Reprinted from the Code of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through 11 in the 2.4GHz frequency by specified firmware controlled in the USA." Washington DC: Office of the U.S. ASUS Eee PC A-3 End users must follow the specific operating instructions for detail information on power management and its benefits to Channels 1 through energy...
... for satisfying RF exposure compliance. (Reprinted from the Code of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through 11 in the 2.4GHz frequency by specified firmware controlled in the USA." Washington DC: Office of the U.S. ASUS Eee PC A-3 End users must follow the specific operating instructions for detail information on power management and its benefits to Channels 1 through energy...