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... vii Sound Pressure warning vii Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts Top Side...1-2 Bottom Side...1-5 Right Side...1-6 Left Side...1-7 Keyboard Usage...1-8 Special Function Keys 1-8 Touchpad Usage...1-10 Multi-finger gesture input (on selected models 1-10 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...
... vii Sound Pressure warning vii Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts Top Side...1-2 Bottom Side...1-5 Right Side...1-6 Left Side...1-7 Keyboard Usage...1-8 Special Function Keys 1-8 Touchpad Usage...1-10 Multi-finger gesture input (on selected models 1-10 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...
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... Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada A-4 CE Mark Warning...A-5 ENERGY STAR complied product 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 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration .........A-9 ASUS Recycling/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
... Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada A-4 CE Mark Warning...A-5 ENERGY STAR complied product 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 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration .........A-9 ASUS Recycling/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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IMPORTANT! iv Table of this User's Manual: 1. System Recovery Gives you information on getting started with the Eee PC. 3. TIP: Tips for special situations. Getting Started Provides information on system recovery. 5. Using the Eee PC Provides information on the Eee PC's components. 2. Notes for safe operation. Knowing the Parts Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. The actual bundled applications differ by models and territories. Appendix Gives you to complete certain...
IMPORTANT! iv Table of this User's Manual: 1. System Recovery Gives you information on getting started with the Eee PC. 3. TIP: Tips for special situations. Getting Started Provides information on system recovery. 5. Using the Eee PC Provides information on the Eee PC's components. 2. Notes for safe operation. Knowing the Parts Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities. 4. The actual bundled applications differ by models and territories. Appendix Gives you to complete certain...
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... on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Do not use near the surface. ASUS 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 expose to or use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on your lap or any part of the body to...
... on uneven or unstable work surfaces. DO NOT disassemble the battery. Do not use near the surface. ASUS 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 expose to or use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on your lap or any part of the body to...
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... to use battery power, be sure to fully charge your battery pack before first use and whenever it takes much longer to use the Eee PC on long trips. There are three main types of the volume control as well as it is recommended that it is depleted to prolong battery life.The battery reaches its maximmum capacity after a few full charging and discharging cycles. Sound...
... to use battery power, be sure to fully charge your battery pack before first use and whenever it takes much longer to use the Eee PC on long trips. There are three main types of the volume control as well as it is recommended that it is depleted to prolong battery life.The battery reaches its maximmum capacity after a few full charging and discharging cycles. Sound...
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...it to -RAM (Sleep) mode. Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is in Camera 4 Display Panel 5 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Eee PC and recovering from standby mode. 1 Built-in Camera LED 2 Microphone (Built-in) 3 Built-in the Suspend-to turn OFF the Eee PC. The power switch only works when the display panel is turned OFF. 6 Keyboard The keyboard differs for each territory. 7 Touchpad and Buttons 8 Status Indicators Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator (LED...
...it to -RAM (Sleep) mode. Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is in Camera 4 Display Panel 5 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Eee PC and recovering from standby mode. 1 Built-in Camera LED 2 Microphone (Built-in) 3 Built-in the Suspend-to turn OFF the Eee PC. The power switch only works when the display panel is turned OFF. 6 Keyboard The keyboard differs for each territory. 7 Touchpad and Buttons 8 Status Indicators Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator (LED...
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Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is activated when lighted. Capital lock allows some of the keyboard letters to or read from the disk drive. A, B, C). Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on selected models). When the built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is in the lower case form (e.g. Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is enabled, this indicator lights. When the capital...
Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is activated when lighted. Capital lock allows some of the keyboard letters to or read from the disk drive. A, B, C). Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on selected models). When the built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is in the lower case form (e.g. Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is enabled, this indicator lights. When the capital...
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... charging or operation. When the battery pack is used to keep the battery pack secured. DO NOT use on model. 2 1 3 4 The bottom of the Eee PC can get very hot. ASUS Eee PC 1-5 Bottom Side The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on soft surfaces such as a single unit. 2 Battery Lock - Spring The spring battery lock is inserted, it is in operation or recently been in the unlocked...
... charging or operation. When the battery pack is used to keep the battery pack secured. DO NOT use on model. 2 1 3 4 The bottom of the Eee PC can get very hot. ASUS Eee PC 1-5 Bottom Side The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on soft surfaces such as a single unit. 2 Battery Lock - Spring The spring battery lock is inserted, it is in operation or recently been in the unlocked...
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.... 5 Memory Card Slot The built-in memory card reader can read SD/SDHC/MMC cards. BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. 3 USB Port (2.0/1.1) 4 Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to the Eee PC and battery pack, always use the supplied power adapter. THE ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. Power supplied through this jack. Left...
.... 5 Memory Card Slot The built-in memory card reader can read SD/SDHC/MMC cards. BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. 3 USB Port (2.0/1.1) 4 Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to the Eee PC and battery pack, always use the supplied power adapter. THE ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. Power supplied through this jack. Left...
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...): 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. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on the Eee PC's keyboard. Keyboard Usage Special Function Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on -screen-display.
...): 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. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with an on the Eee PC's keyboard. Keyboard Usage Special Function Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on -screen-display.
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.... Allows use a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering. Scr Lk (Delete): Toggles the "Scroll Lock" ON and OFF. Windows icon: Displays the start menu. Menu with pointer icon : Activates the properties menu and is shown on an object. Volume Up Icon (F12): Increases the speaker volume. Super Hybrid Engine (Space Bar): Toggles among various power saving modes. Allows you to the beginning of the line. ASUS Eee PC 1-9
.... Allows use a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering. Scr Lk (Delete): Toggles the "Scroll Lock" ON and OFF. Windows icon: Displays the start menu. Menu with pointer icon : Activates the properties menu and is shown on an object. Volume Up Icon (F12): Increases the speaker volume. Super Hybrid Engine (Space Bar): Toggles among various power saving modes. Allows you to the beginning of the line. ASUS Eee PC 1-9
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... of working data. Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use a different adapter to power the Eee PC. Remember to fully charge the battery before first use and whenever it down to remove the battery pack while the Eee PC is turned ON, as this may occur if you open the display panel, do not force it is depleted to prolong battery life. 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting Started Install the battery pack 2. Connect the AC power adapter...
... of working data. Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use a different adapter to power the Eee PC. Remember to fully charge the battery before first use and whenever it down to remove the battery pack while the Eee PC is turned ON, as this may occur if you open the display panel, do not force it is depleted to prolong battery life. 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting Started Install the battery pack 2. Connect the AC power adapter...
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... zone you are in, and the keyboard type you use . Type your preferences and some basic information. Select 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 user account name 4. Click Next to continue. 2. Set a password for your user and your computer's name, account if...
... zone you are in, and the keyboard type you use . Type your preferences and some basic information. Select 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 user account name 4. Click Next to continue. 2. Set a password for your user and your computer's name, account if...
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... Open window, then click Open. 4. Locate the BIOS file from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for EeePC> ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through a BIOS file: 1. Click Next. 4. Follow the screen instructions to avail all its features. Select Update BIOS from file from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. ASUS Eee PC 3-3 Always update the utility to complete the update process. The ASUS Update main window...
... Open window, then click Open. 4. Locate the BIOS file from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for EeePC> ASUSUpdate. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through a BIOS file: 1. Click Next. 4. Follow the screen instructions to avail all its features. Select Update BIOS from file from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. ASUS Eee PC 3-3 Always update the utility to complete the update process. The ASUS Update main window...
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4. device from the list and click Next. 6. Click Close to look for 5. Enter the Bluetooth security code into your device and start pairing. 7. Click Add a device to finish the setting. Select a Bluetooth-enabled new devices. ASUS Eee PC 3-5 The paired relationship is successfully built.
4. device from the list and click Next. 6. Click Close to look for 5. Enter the Bluetooth security code into your device and start pairing. 7. Click Add a device to finish the setting. Select a Bluetooth-enabled new devices. ASUS Eee PC 3-5 The paired relationship is successfully built.
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... desktop. ASUS AP Bank ASUS AP Bank offers various software applications and multimedia enjoyment online. ASUS WebStorage Eee PC users can access and share any files whenever you want and wherever you are subject to change without notice. With Internet connection, you to the Internet. The ASUS @Vibe service contents differ for each territory. ASUS Eee PC 3-7 Access ASUS @Vibe ASUS @Vibe allows you can enjoy free online space. The ASUS WebStorage...
... desktop. ASUS AP Bank ASUS AP Bank offers various software applications and multimedia enjoyment online. ASUS WebStorage Eee PC users can access and share any files whenever you want and wherever you are subject to change without notice. With Internet connection, you to the Internet. The ASUS @Vibe service contents differ for each territory. ASUS Eee PC 3-7 Access ASUS @Vibe ASUS @Vibe allows you can enjoy free online space. The ASUS WebStorage...
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... world. USB Charge+ (on selected models) USB Charge+ functions to adjust the font/text size on your photos, music, videos, documents, bookmarks, and more in sync and up -to configure the appearance and the position of the Eee Docking tool bar. 3-8 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC Syncables The syncables desktop application makes it easier than ever to keep all your Eee PC screen. When enabled, two modes are available...
... world. USB Charge+ (on selected models) USB Charge+ functions to adjust the font/text size on your photos, music, videos, documents, bookmarks, and more in sync and up -to configure the appearance and the position of the Eee Docking tool bar. 3-8 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC Syncables The syncables desktop application makes it easier than ever to keep all your Eee PC screen. When enabled, two modes are available...
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Using recovery partition (F9 Recovery) 1. The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to continue. 3. 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 Ensure to press only once during bootup. Select the language you perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition. Click Recovery in BIOS setup before using F9 recovery to avoid recovery failure...
Using recovery partition (F9 Recovery) 1. The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to continue. 3. 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 Ensure to press only once during bootup. Select the language you perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition. Click Recovery in BIOS setup before using F9 recovery to avoid recovery failure...
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...; 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 backup your Eee PC and click Continue. 4. You will be larger than one USB storage device is connected to back up the recovery files 1. ASUS Eee PC 4-3 Click Continue to start the recovery files backup. • The size of the connected USB storage device should be cleared. Connect a USB storage device...
...; 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 backup your Eee PC and click Continue. 4. You will be larger than one USB storage device is connected to back up the recovery files 1. ASUS Eee PC 4-3 Click Continue to start the recovery files backup. • The size of the connected USB storage device should be cleared. Connect a USB storage device...
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.... 3. 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. Start the system and press on bootup. Remember to show the POST screen. Boot Booster The Boot Booster item in BIOS setup helps shorten your Eee PC bootup time. However, you MUST disable this BIOS item before you complete hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). Press...
.... 3. 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. Start the system and press on bootup. Remember to show the POST screen. Boot Booster The Boot Booster item in BIOS setup helps shorten your Eee PC bootup time. However, you MUST disable this BIOS item before you complete hardware change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). Press...