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...Side...1-7 Left Side...1-8 Keyboard Usage...1-9 Touchpad Usage...1-11 Getting Started Powering on your Eee PC...2-2 First-time Startup...2-3 Desktop...2-4 ASUS EeePC Tray Utility...2-5 Enabling and Disabling Devices 2-5 Adjusting the display resolution 2-5 Network Connection...2-6 Configuring a wireless network connection 2-6 Local Area Network 2-7 Browsing web pages 2-10 WLAN Setup FAQ (Windows XP 2-11 Using the Eee PC ASUS Update...3-2 Updating the BIOS through the Internet 3-2 Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file 3-3 Bluetooth Connection (on selected models 3-4 Super Hybrid Engine...
...Side...1-7 Left Side...1-8 Keyboard Usage...1-9 Touchpad Usage...1-11 Getting Started Powering on your Eee PC...2-2 First-time Startup...2-3 Desktop...2-4 ASUS EeePC Tray Utility...2-5 Enabling and Disabling Devices 2-5 Adjusting the display resolution 2-5 Network Connection...2-6 Configuring a wireless network connection 2-6 Local Area Network 2-7 Browsing web pages 2-10 WLAN Setup FAQ (Windows XP 2-11 Using the Eee PC ASUS Update...3-2 Updating the BIOS through the Internet 3-2 Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file 3-3 Bluetooth Connection (on selected models 3-4 Super Hybrid Engine...
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... 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 Using Recovery Partition 4-5 Boot Booster...4-6 Appendix Declarations and Safety Statements A-2 Federal Communications Commission Statement A-2 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement A-3 Declaration of Conformity(R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC A-4 CE Mark Warning...A-4 IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada A-4 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains A-6 France...
... 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 Using Recovery Partition 4-5 Boot Booster...4-6 Appendix Declarations and Safety Statements A-2 Federal Communications Commission Statement A-2 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement A-3 Declaration of Conformity(R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC A-4 CE Mark Warning...A-4 IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada A-4 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains A-6 France...
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... PC's utilities. 4. Using the Eee PC Provides information on getting started with the Eee PC. 3. TIP: Tips for special situations. There may be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are major sections of this User's Manual: 1. IMPORTANT! Support DVD and System Recovery Gives you safety statements. NOTE: Information for completing tasks. Knowing the Parts Provides information on support DVD contents...
... PC's utilities. 4. Using the Eee PC Provides information on getting started with the Eee PC. 3. TIP: Tips for special situations. There may be followed for This Manual A few notes and warnings are major sections of this User's Manual: 1. IMPORTANT! Support DVD and System Recovery Gives you safety statements. NOTE: Information for completing tasks. Knowing the Parts Provides information on support DVD contents...
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... to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT place on your lap or any part of warm water and remove any foreign objects into the Eee PC. DO NOT expose to or use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on top and do not shove any extra...small items that may scratch or enter the Eee PC. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. Disconnect the AC power before cleaning. DO NOT disassemble the battery. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Do not place together with...
... to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT place on your lap or any part of warm water and remove any foreign objects into the Eee PC. DO NOT expose to or use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on top and do not shove any extra...small items that may scratch or enter the Eee PC. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. Disconnect the AC power before cleaning. DO NOT disassemble the battery. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. Do not place together with...
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... Camera 3 Display Panel 4 Touchpad key Toggles the touchpad ON/OFF. This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is turned OFF. ASUS Eee PC 1-3 The keyboard differs depending on models. 7 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad and its buttons comprises a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. 8 Status Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is in array microphone is opened. This indicator...
... Camera 3 Display Panel 4 Touchpad key Toggles the touchpad ON/OFF. This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is turned OFF. ASUS Eee PC 1-3 The keyboard differs depending on models. 7 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad and its buttons comprises a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. 8 Status Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is in array microphone is opened. This indicator...
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... Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is written to or read from the disk drive. Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is activated when lighted. 1-4 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts When the built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on selected models). Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator (LED) shows the battery charging status as follows: Powered ON With Adapter High battery power (95%-100%) Green ON Medium battery power (11%-94%) Orange ON Low battery power (0%-10%) Orange Blinking...
... Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN/Bluetooth is written to or read from the disk drive. Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is activated when lighted. 1-4 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts When the built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on selected models). Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator (LED) shows the battery charging status as follows: Powered ON With Adapter High battery power (95%-100%) Green ON Medium battery power (11%-94%) Orange ON Low battery power (0%-10%) Orange Blinking...
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... memory module is not connected. Audio features are software controlled. 1-6 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts Manual The manual battery lock is used to the Eee PC when AC power is secured in stereo speaker system allows you to insert or remove the battery pack. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). Move the manual lock to the unlocked...
... memory module is not connected. Audio features are software controlled. 1-6 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts Manual The manual battery lock is used to the Eee PC when AC power is secured in stereo speaker system allows you to insert or remove the battery pack. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). Move the manual lock to the unlocked...
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... convenient use without additional adapters. ASUS Eee PC 1-7 Using this side of the Eee PC. 1 23 4 5 1 Memory Card Slot The built-in memory card reader can read SD/SDHC/MMC cards. 2 Headphone Output Jack The 1/8" stereo headphone jack (3.5mm) connects the Eee PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Also, the USB supports hot-swapping function. 5 LAN Port The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port (10/100M bit) supports a standard Ethernet cable for...
... convenient use without additional adapters. ASUS Eee PC 1-7 Using this side of the Eee PC. 1 23 4 5 1 Memory Card Slot The built-in memory card reader can read SD/SDHC/MMC cards. 2 Headphone Output Jack The 1/8" stereo headphone jack (3.5mm) connects the Eee PC's audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Also, the USB supports hot-swapping function. 5 LAN Port The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port (10/100M bit) supports a standard Ethernet cable for...
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... external display. 3 USB Port (2.0/1.1) 4 Kensington® Lock port The Kensington® lock port allows the Eee PC to be removed from a fixed object. 5 Air Vents The air vents allow viewing on this jack. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the Eee PC. 1 2 34 5 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power...
... external display. 3 USB Port (2.0/1.1) 4 Kensington® Lock port The Kensington® lock port allows the Eee PC to be removed from a fixed object. 5 Air Vents The air vents allow viewing on this jack. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the Eee PC. 1 2 34 5 1 Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power...
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The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Eee PC's keyboard. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Some function icons appear in suspend mode (Save-to adjust the display resolution. Radio Tower (F2) (Wireless Models Only):Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on -screen-display. Resolution Selection (F4): Press to -RAM). Crossed Screen Icon (F7): Turns off the display backlight. Touchpad (F3): Toggles the touchpad ON/OFF. Sun Down Icon (F5...
The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on the Eee PC's keyboard. When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. Some function icons appear in suspend mode (Save-to adjust the display resolution. Radio Tower (F2) (Wireless Models Only):Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on -screen-display. Resolution Selection (F4): Press to -RAM). Crossed Screen Icon (F7): Turns off the display backlight. Touchpad (F3): Toggles the touchpad ON/OFF. Sun Down Icon (F5...
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... to remove the battery pack while the Eee PC is depleted to prolong battery life. 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting Started Install the battery pack 2. Remember to fully charge the battery before first use and whenever it down to the table or else the hinges may break! Connect the AC power adapter 3 1 2 2 1 3 110V-220V 3. Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use with this model or...
... to remove the battery pack while the Eee PC is depleted to prolong battery life. 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting Started Install the battery pack 2. Remember to fully charge the battery before first use and whenever it down to the table or else the hinges may break! Connect the AC power adapter 3 1 2 2 1 3 110V-220V 3. Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use with this model or...
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... 2-5 Disable Blue Tooth: Turns on and off the wireless LAN connection. Adjusting the display resolution Click the ASUS EeePC Tray Utility icon in camera. 2. Doing so would make the connected external monitor function abnormally. ASUS EeePC Tray Utility The preloaded ASUS EeePC Tray utility allows you to turn it on or off the Bluetooth connection. Disable Camera: Enable or disable the built-in the Notification area to adjust the display resolution. The CRT-related options are dimmed. You need not scroll...
... 2-5 Disable Blue Tooth: Turns on and off the wireless LAN connection. Adjusting the display resolution Click the ASUS EeePC Tray Utility icon in camera. 2. Doing so would make the connected external monitor function abnormally. ASUS EeePC Tray Utility The preloaded ASUS EeePC Tray utility allows you to turn it on or off the Bluetooth connection. Disable Camera: Enable or disable the built-in the Notification area to adjust the display resolution. The CRT-related options are dimmed. You need not scroll...
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... would like to connect is encrypted, you will always need to your problems. For more information and advanced wireless network configuration, please visit http://livesupport. ASUS Eee PC 2-11 Unless you follow the instructions in the manual and fail to enter the key for the encrypted wireless network. 2. Refer to the frequently asked to build a wireless network connection successfully. Ensure that the router setup is enabled before using this network.
... would like to connect is encrypted, you will always need to your problems. For more information and advanced wireless network configuration, please visit http://livesupport. ASUS Eee PC 2-11 Unless you follow the instructions in the manual and fail to enter the key for the encrypted wireless network. 2. Refer to the frequently asked to build a wireless network connection successfully. Ensure that the router setup is enabled before using this network.
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... Internet from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for Eee PC> ASUSUpdate. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet 1. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). This utility is pre-loaded in your Eee PC and is a utility that comes with the Eee PC package. Launch the ASUS Update utility...
... Internet from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for Eee PC> ASUSUpdate. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through the Internet 1. The ASUS Update main window appears. 2. Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). This utility is pre-loaded in your Eee PC and is a utility that comes with the Eee PC package. Launch the ASUS Update utility...
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... device offers, click Next to start setting up the Bluetooth connection. 3-4 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC Name your Eee PC and select the device type. Click Next to continue. 5. Click My Bluetooth Places on selected models) This device contains FCC ID: TLZ-BT253 and IC ID:6100A-AWBT253. Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for connecting Bluetooth-enabled devices. Click Next to continue. 6. Examples of Bluetooth-enabled devices may be Notebook...
... device offers, click Next to start setting up the Bluetooth connection. 3-4 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC Name your Eee PC and select the device type. Click Next to continue. 5. Click My Bluetooth Places on selected models) This device contains FCC ID: TLZ-BT253 and IC ID:6100A-AWBT253. Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for connecting Bluetooth-enabled devices. Click Next to continue. 6. Examples of Bluetooth-enabled devices may be Notebook...
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7. Bluetooth Places screen of Windows Explorer. the initial bluetooth configuration. Click Ok to set up connection 11. Select a Bluetooth-enabled device from the list and have been created on the My click Next to continue. ASUS Eee PC 3-5 After the paired relationship is 10. A message appears to complete later and continue. Click Skip to continue. 11. Click Finish to show built, select the service you are that the selected shortcuts interested in from the list and click Next. 8. Enter the Bluetooth security code and start pairing. 9.
7. Bluetooth Places screen of Windows Explorer. the initial bluetooth configuration. Click Ok to set up connection 11. Select a Bluetooth-enabled device from the list and have been created on the My click Next to continue. ASUS Eee PC 3-5 After the paired relationship is 10. A message appears to complete later and continue. Click Skip to continue. 11. Click Finish to show built, select the service you are that the selected shortcuts interested in from the list and click Next. 8. Enter the Bluetooth security code and start pairing. 9.
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... drivers to display the ASUS contact information. Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications that the Eee PC supports. Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen provide additional information on the Eee PC and the contents of the support DVD. System information DVD content Technical support File list ASUS Eee PC 4-3 Contact Click the Contact tab to activate the devices. Drivers menu The Drivers menu...
... drivers to display the ASUS contact information. Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications that the Eee PC supports. Other information The icons on the top right corner of the screen provide additional information on the Eee PC and the contents of the support DVD. System information DVD content Technical support File list ASUS Eee PC 4-3 Contact Click the Contact tab to activate the devices. Drivers menu The Drivers menu...
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... the operating system, installed on bootup and the Please select boot device screen appears. Connect an external optical drive to your data files to a USB storage device or to be labeled as network settings). 1. Press any key to its original working state, provided that quickly restores your system to boot from the optical drive. ↑ and ↓ to move selection ENTER to start the system recovery. 4-4 Chapter 4: Support DVD & System Recovery System Recovery Using the Support DVD The Support DVD...
... the operating system, installed on bootup and the Please select boot device screen appears. Connect an external optical drive to your data files to a USB storage device or to be labeled as network settings). 1. Press any key to its original working state, provided that quickly restores your system to boot from the optical drive. ↑ and ↓ to move selection ENTER to start the system recovery. 4-4 Chapter 4: Support DVD & System Recovery System Recovery Using the Support DVD The Support DVD...
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... a Recovery Partition) Disable Boot Booster in BIOS setup before recovering your perform system recovery from the optical drive and click OK to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your data during the system recovery. The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to the end of this chapter for details. 2. You will lose all your Eee PC at the factory. Using Recovery Partition About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition...
... a Recovery Partition) Disable Boot Booster in BIOS setup before recovering your perform system recovery from the optical drive and click OK to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your data during the system recovery. The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to the end of this chapter for details. 2. You will lose all your Eee PC at the factory. Using Recovery Partition About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition...
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... set the CD-ROM drive as the first boot device. ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item Enter Go to show the POST screen. Start the system and press on bootup. Remember to save the configuration and restart Eee PC. 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...
... set the CD-ROM drive as the first boot device. ←→ Select Screen ↑↓ Select Item Enter Go to show the POST screen. Start the system and press on bootup. Remember to save the configuration and restart Eee PC. 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...