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... System Standby 1-14 Chapter 2: Getting Started Powering on your Eee PC...2-2 First-time Startup...2-3 Desktop...2-4 Touch Panel Calibration...2-5 ASUS EeePC Tray Utility...2-6 Enabling and Disabling Devices 2-6 Adjusting the display resolution 2-7 Network Connection...2-8 Configuring a wireless network connection 2-8 Local Area Network 2-9 Browsing web pages 2-12 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC ASUS Update...3-2 Updating the BIOS through the Internet 3-2 Updating...
... System Standby 1-14 Chapter 2: Getting Started Powering on your Eee PC...2-2 First-time Startup...2-3 Desktop...2-4 Touch Panel Calibration...2-5 ASUS EeePC Tray Utility...2-6 Enabling and Disabling Devices 2-6 Adjusting the display resolution 2-7 Network Connection...2-8 Configuring a wireless network connection 2-8 Local Area Network 2-9 Browsing web pages 2-12 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC ASUS Update...3-2 Updating the BIOS through the Internet 3-2 Updating...
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...® Office Trial...3-15 Chapter 4: Support DVD & System Recovery Support DVD information 4-2 Running the support DVD 4-2 Drivers menu...4-3 Utilities menu...4-3 Contact...4-3 Other information 4-3 System Recovery...4-4 Using the Support DVD 4-4 Boot Booster...4-6 Appendix Declarations and Safety Statements A-2 Copyright Information...A-11 Limitation of Liability...A-12 Service and Support...A-12 ASUS Eee PC iii
...® Office Trial...3-15 Chapter 4: Support DVD & System Recovery Support DVD information 4-2 Running the support DVD 4-2 Drivers menu...4-3 Utilities menu...4-3 Contact...4-3 Other information 4-3 System Recovery...4-4 Using the Support DVD 4-4 Boot Booster...4-6 Appendix Declarations and Safety Statements A-2 Copyright Information...A-11 Limitation of Liability...A-12 Service and Support...A-12 ASUS Eee PC iii
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...sections of this User's Manual: 1. TIP: Tips for special situations. Please accept your Eee PC and the pictures shown in the Eee PC and how to use them.The following are used throughout this guide, allowing you to data, components, or persons. IMPORTANT! iv Table ...as being correct. Vital information that must be differences between your Eee PC as follows: WARNING! Using the Eee PC Provides information on support DVD contents and system recovery. 5. Getting Started Provides information on the Eee PC's components. 2. Appendix Gives you safety statements. The actual ...
...sections of this User's Manual: 1. TIP: Tips for special situations. Please accept your Eee PC and the pictures shown in the Eee PC and how to use them.The following are used throughout this guide, allowing you to data, components, or persons. IMPORTANT! iv Table ...as being correct. Vital information that must be differences between your Eee PC as follows: WARNING! Using the Eee PC Provides information on support DVD contents and system recovery. 5. Getting Started Provides information on the Eee PC's components. 2. Appendix Gives you safety statements. The actual ...
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...ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F) ASUS Eee PC DO NOT place or drop objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. SAFE TEMP: This Eee PC should only be used in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Do not... use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT place on your lap or any part of the...
...ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F) ASUS Eee PC DO NOT place or drop objects on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. SAFE TEMP: This Eee PC should only be used in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Do not... use the modem during a gas leak. DO NOT place on your lap or any part of the...
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...ASUS Eee PC vii Remember to fully charge the battery (8 hours or more) before going on the airplane. Be aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Eee PC is recommended that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it is in use. Most airlines have restrictions for using... through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to fully charge your battery pack before first use to use the Eee PC on long trips. Airplane Precautions Contact your Eee PC or diskettes through airport X-ray machines. Remember that you do not send your airline ...
...ASUS Eee PC vii Remember to fully charge the battery (8 hours or more) before going on the airplane. Be aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Eee PC is recommended that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it is in use. Most airlines have restrictions for using... through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to fully charge your battery pack before first use to use the Eee PC on long trips. Airplane Precautions Contact your Eee PC or diskettes through airport X-ray machines. Remember that you do not send your airline ...
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...-in) The built-in the Save-to operate your Eee PC using your palm on the panel to finish desktop rotation. 6 Status Indicators Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator (LED) shows the battery charging status as follows: ASUS Eee PC 1-3 Slide and release the switch to launch the Touch... Gate touch screen interface. Press and hold it to turn ON, or slide and hold this key to turn OFF the Eee PC. This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is turned OFF. 5 ...
...-in) The built-in the Save-to operate your Eee PC using your palm on the panel to finish desktop rotation. 6 Status Indicators Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator (LED) shows the battery charging status as follows: ASUS Eee PC 1-3 Slide and release the switch to launch the Touch... Gate touch screen interface. Press and hold it to turn ON, or slide and hold this key to turn OFF the Eee PC. This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is turned OFF. 5 ...
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... NOT use on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas, which may vary in appearance depending on this side of the Eee PC can be depressed with a pin or a straightened paper clip to identify the components on model. 1 2 3 4 4 The bottom of the Eee PC. DO NOT PUT THE Eee PC ON...case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, the reset button can get very hot. ASUS Eee PC 1-5 The bottom side may hinder heat dissipation. Be careful when handling the Eee PC while it is secured in a dedicated compartment. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. ...
... NOT use on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas, which may vary in appearance depending on this side of the Eee PC can be depressed with a pin or a straightened paper clip to identify the components on model. 1 2 3 4 4 The bottom of the Eee PC. DO NOT PUT THE Eee PC ON...case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, the reset button can get very hot. ASUS Eee PC 1-5 The bottom side may hinder heat dissipation. Be careful when handling the Eee PC while it is secured in a dedicated compartment. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. ...
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3 Embedded Battery Pack The embedded battery pack is automatically charged when connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the Eee PC when AC power is replaceable only by the specifications for this Eee PC. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. The embedded battery pack is not connected. Battery time varies by usage and by trained service personnel. 4 Audio Speaker System 1-6 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts
3 Embedded Battery Pack The embedded battery pack is automatically charged when connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the Eee PC when AC power is replaceable only by the specifications for this Eee PC. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. The embedded battery pack is not connected. Battery time varies by usage and by trained service personnel. 4 Audio Speaker System 1-6 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts
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... allows convenient use with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, 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 23... 4 56 1 Touch screen Pen Compartment The touch screen pen compartment allows storage of the pen used for Skype, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 5 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for TV frequency signal and allows for connection to a local network. ASUS Eee PC...
... allows convenient use with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, 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 23... 4 56 1 Touch screen Pen Compartment The touch screen pen compartment allows storage of the pen used for Skype, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 5 USB Port (2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for TV frequency signal and allows for connection to a local network. ASUS Eee PC...
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...the Parts CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to 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 Eee PC. 12 3 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power... adapter converts AC power to DC power for use the supplied power adapter. Left...
...the Parts CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to 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 Eee PC. 12 3 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power... adapter converts AC power to DC power for use the supplied power adapter. Left...
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These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Eee PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible security products. This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is in the Save-to-RAM (Suspend) mode. compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display. 3 Battery Charge Indicator...
These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Eee PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible security products. This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is in the Save-to-RAM (Suspend) mode. compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display. 3 Battery Charge Indicator...
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... move the pointer to the beginning of the line. Windows icon: Displays the start menu. Pg Dn (↓): Press to use of a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering. Allows use a larger portion of the keyboard for cell navigation. Crossed Speaker Icon (F7): Mutes the speaker. Speaker Down Icon (F8): Decreases...
... move the pointer to the beginning of the line. Windows icon: Displays the start menu. Pg Dn (↓): Press to use of a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering. Allows use a larger portion of the keyboard for cell navigation. Crossed Speaker Icon (F7): Mutes the speaker. Speaker Down Icon (F8): Decreases...
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Tablet PC Mode The following figure. 3. shown in the following are illustrations for using the tablet PC function. 1. Close down the display panel. 4. ASUS Eee PC 1-13 Firmly hold the Home Key ( / ) to preview desktop rotation, and then release the key to a 90° angle, as 180° angle. Some applications may not work properly under the desktop rotation angle of your 2. Rotate the display panel Eee PC, and then open the clockwise and vertically to a display panel to finish desktop rotation. Press and hold the edge of 90° and 270°.
Tablet PC Mode The following figure. 3. shown in the following are illustrations for using the tablet PC function. 1. Close down the display panel. 4. ASUS Eee PC 1-13 Firmly hold the Home Key ( / ) to preview desktop rotation, and then release the key to a 90° angle, as 180° angle. Some applications may not work properly under the desktop rotation angle of your 2. Rotate the display panel Eee PC, and then open the clockwise and vertically to a display panel to finish desktop rotation. Press and hold the edge of 90° and 270°.
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... may break! Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use power adapters supplied with this adapter is +12Vdc, 3A. Never lift the Eee PC by the display panel! • Only use with a faulty AC-DC adapter. • When you use to the Eee PC. Remember to fully charge the ...battery before first use a different adapter to power the Eee PC.You may occur if you open the display panel...
... may break! Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use power adapters supplied with this adapter is +12Vdc, 3A. Never lift the Eee PC by the display panel! • Only use with a faulty AC-DC adapter. • When you use to the Eee PC. Remember to fully charge the ...battery before first use a different adapter to power the Eee PC.You may occur if you open the display panel...
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... appears. Read the end user license agreement and click Yes, I accept. ASUS Eee PC 2-3 Click Next to continue. Follow the wizard instructions to continue. 2. Click Next to finish the initialization: 1. Select the time zone you use and the keyboard type you are in and click Next to continue. 4. ...Select you system settings by specifying the region you are in, the language you use . First-time Startup For the first time you start your Eee PC, the Windows wizard will launch automatically and lead you through setting up your preferences and some basic information...
... appears. Read the end user license agreement and click Yes, I accept. ASUS Eee PC 2-3 Click Next to continue. Follow the wizard instructions to continue. 2. Click Next to finish the initialization: 1. Select the time zone you use and the keyboard type you are in and click Next to continue. 4. ...Select you system settings by specifying the region you are in, the language you use . First-time Startup For the first time you start your Eee PC, the Windows wizard will launch automatically and lead you through setting up your preferences and some basic information...
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... seconds and release the screen. ASUS Eee PC 2-5 Use the touch pen to calibrate the touch panel. 1. Several blinking symbols appear on the screen. Touch Panel Calibration You can also configure further touch panel settings using a standard touchpad or mouse. You can use the right mouse button function, ...press and hold the touch screen for touch screen calibration. To use your Eee PC touch panel to operate the system, just like using the Touch Panel Tool utility. To launch the utility, click Start > All Programs > Touch Panel Tool > Touch Panel Tool....
... seconds and release the screen. ASUS Eee PC 2-5 Use the touch pen to calibrate the touch panel. 1. Several blinking symbols appear on the screen. Touch Panel Calibration You can also configure further touch panel settings using a standard touchpad or mouse. You can use the right mouse button function, ...press and hold the touch screen for touch screen calibration. To use your Eee PC touch panel to operate the system, just like using the Touch Panel Tool utility. To launch the utility, click Start > All Programs > Touch Panel Tool > Touch Panel Tool....
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Select the resolution based on your Eee PC is CRT Only and the power mode is no connected external monitors. ASUS Eee PC 2-7 Adjusting the display resolution Click the ASUS EeePC Tray Utility icon in the Notification area to adjust the display resolution. When the display mode of your needs. The CRT-related options are unavailable when there is Power Saving, DO NOT use a resolution higher than 1024 x 600 pixels. Doing so would make the connected external monitor function abnormally.
Select the resolution based on your Eee PC is CRT Only and the power mode is no connected external monitors. ASUS Eee PC 2-7 Adjusting the display resolution Click the ASUS EeePC Tray Utility icon in the Notification area to adjust the display resolution. When the display mode of your needs. The CRT-related options are unavailable when there is Power Saving, DO NOT use a resolution higher than 1024 x 600 pixels. Doing so would make the connected external monitor function abnormally.
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Click Internet Protocol 4. ASUS Eee PC 2-9 Click Obtain an IP address (TCP/IP) and click Properties. automatically and click OK. Local Area Network To establish a wired network, follow the instructions below: Using a dynamic IP: 1. Right-click Local Area Connection and select Properties. 3. Right-click the network icon with a yellow warning triangle in the notification area and select Open Network Connections. 2.
Click Internet Protocol 4. ASUS Eee PC 2-9 Click Obtain an IP address (TCP/IP) and click Properties. automatically and click OK. Local Area Network To establish a wired network, follow the instructions below: Using a dynamic IP: 1. Right-click Local Area Connection and select Properties. 3. Right-click the network icon with a yellow warning triangle in the notification area and select Open Network Connections. 2.
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... IP to build the network connection. After entering all the related values, click OK to start the static IP network configuration. 2 Click Use the following IP address. 3. Enter your user name and password. Click Next. 12 Click Finish to the Internet. Enter your User name and Password. Contact ... and Gateway from your Internet Service Provider (ISP) if you have problems connecting to the network. Click Connect to connect to finish the configuration. 13. ASUS Eee PC 2-11
... IP to build the network connection. After entering all the related values, click OK to start the static IP network configuration. 2 Click Use the following IP address. 3. Enter your user name and password. Click Next. 12 Click Finish to the Internet. Enter your User name and Password. Contact ... and Gateway from your Internet Service Provider (ISP) if you have problems connecting to the network. Click Connect to connect to finish the configuration. 13. ASUS Eee PC 2-11
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Some useful touch screen tools are provided for full service of your Eee PC. 2-12 Chapter 2: Getting Started Click to launch the web page zooming bar Click to launch Handwriting/Keyboard Click to switch between different browser windows Visit our Eee PC homepage at http://eeepc.asus.com to obtain the latest information and register at http://vip.asus.com for easy web-surfing experience. Browsing web pages After you finish the network setup, click Internet Explorer on the desktop and start enjoying net surfing.
Some useful touch screen tools are provided for full service of your Eee PC. 2-12 Chapter 2: Getting Started Click to launch the web page zooming bar Click to launch Handwriting/Keyboard Click to switch between different browser windows Visit our Eee PC homepage at http://eeepc.asus.com to obtain the latest information and register at http://vip.asus.com for easy web-surfing experience. Browsing web pages After you finish the network setup, click Internet Explorer on the desktop and start enjoying net surfing.
