Configuring a wireless network connection...2-6 Local Area Network ...2-7 Browsing web pages ...2-10 Chapter 3: 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 ...3-6 Super Hybrid Engine Modes...3-6...
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Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains ...A-7 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands ...A-7 UL Safety Notices ...A-8 Power Safety Requirement ...A-9 REACH Notice ...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...
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 use them. The following are major sections of this User’s Manual: Knowing the Parts Provides information on the Eee PC’s components.
ASUS Eee PC DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the Eee DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields.
SAFE TEMP: This Eee PC should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F) DO NOT carry or cover a Eee PC that is powered ON with any materials that will reduce air circulation such as a carrying bag.
You can send your Eee PC and diskettes through airport X-ray machines. However, it is recommended that you do not send your Eee PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to magnetic wands. ASUS Eee PC...
Top Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. The top side may vary in appearance depending on models. The keyboard differs for each territory. Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts...
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Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is in the Save-to-RAM (Suspend) mode. This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is turned OFF. ASUS Eee PC...
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Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator (LED) shows the battery charging status as follows: Powered ON High battery power (95%–100%) Medium battery power (11%–94%) Low battery power (0%–10%) Powered OFF / Standby mode High battery power (95%–100%) Medium battery power (11%–94%) Low battery power (0%–10%)
Battery Lock - Spring The spring battery lock keeps the battery pack secure. When the battery pack is inserted, it will automatically lock. When removing the battery pack, this spring lock must be retained in the unlocked position. ASUS Eee PC...
Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the Eee PC when AC power is not connected. This allows use when moving temporarily between locations. Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Eee PC.
480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). Also, the USB supports hot-swapping function. LAN Port The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port (10/100M bit) supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network. The built-in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters. ASUS Eee PC...
Left Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. Power (DC) Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the Eee PC and charges the internal battery pack.
Sun Down Icon (F5): Decreases the display brightness. Sun Up Icon (F6): Increases the display brightness. Crossed Screen Icon (F7): Turns off the display backlight. LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Eee PC’s LCD display and an external monitor. ASUS Eee PC...
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Task Manager Icon (F9): Initiates the Task Manager to view the application process or terminates applications. Crossed Speaker Icon (F10): Mutes the speaker. Volume Down Icon (F11): Decreases speaker volume. Volume Up Icon (F12): Increases the speaker volume. Super Hybrid Engine (Fn+Space Bar): Toggles among various power saving modes.
You can make a clockwise or counterclockwise rotation based on your needs. ASUS Eee PC Applications Adobe reader, Windows Photo Viewer Adobe reader, Windows Photo Viewer Adobe reader, MS Word, MS Excel...
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Two-finger scrolling up/down or left/right- Use two fingertips to slide up/down or left/right on the touchpad to scroll a window up/down or left/ right. If your display window includes several sub-windows, move the pointer on that pane before scrolling. Three-finger page up/down- Use three fingers to move horizontally on the touchpad to swipe pages.
Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for using your Eee PC. Install the battery pack 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! •...
Click Next to continue. Type your user account name and your computer’s name, then click Next to continue. ASUS Eee PC Select you system settings by specifying the region you are in, the time zone you are in, and the keyboard type you use.
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Read the end user license agreement and check the two boxs before I accept the license terms. Click Next to continue. Specify the time zone you are in and the local date and time. Click Next to continue. Click Use recommended settings to get the latest important updates.
There are several shortcuts on the desktop. Double-click them to launch the corresponding applications and enter the specified folders. Some applications would form minimized icons in the Notification area. The actual Desktop screen may vary according to different models. ASUS Eee PC 10. The initialization is finished.
Network Connection Configuring a wireless network connection Click the wireless network icon with an orange star Windows® Notification area. If the wireless connection icon does not show in the Notification area, activate the wireless LAN function by pressing (<Fn> + <F2>) before configuring a wireless network connection. Select the wireless access point you want to connect to from the list and click Connect to build the connection.
Click the network icon with a yellow warning triangle Windows® Notification area and select Open Network and Sharing Center. Click Change adapter settings in the left blue pane. Right-click Local Area Connection and select Properties. ASUS Eee PC in the...
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Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) and click Properties. (Continue the following steps if using PPPoE) Return to the Network and Sharing Center and then click Set up a new connection or network. Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. Chapter 2: Getting Started...
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Password, and Connection name. Click Connect. 11. Click the network icon in the taskbar and click the connection you just created. ASUS Eee PC Select Broadband (PPPoE) and click Next. 10. Click Close to finish the configuration. 12. Enter your user name and password.
Browsing web pages After you finish the network setup, click Internet Explorer on the desktop and start enjoying net surfing. Visit our Eee PC homepage (http://eeepc.asus.com) to obtain the latest information and register at http://vip.asus.com for full service of your Eee PC.
ASUS Update The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the Eee PC BIOS in Windows® environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to: • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet •...
BIOS version and click Next. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. The ASUS Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file...
Bluetooth Connection (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. Examples of Bluetooth-enabled devices may be Notebook PCs, Desktop PCs, mobile phones, and PDAs. To connect to a Bluetooth-enabled device: Press <Fn>...
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Click Add a device to look for new devices. Enter the Bluetooth security code into your device and start pairing. ASUS Eee PC Select a Bluetooth-enabled device from the list and click Next. The paired relationship is successfully built. Click Close...
Eee PC to maximize performance versus battery time. The selected mode is shown on the display. To change the power mode Click Start > All Programs > ASUS > SuperHybridEngine. • • Press <Fn> + <Space Bar> repeatedly to switch power modes.
The names of the applications in Eee Docking are subject to change without notice. Eee Amuse ASUS @Vibe ASUS @Vibe allows you to enjoy online entertainment contents including Radio, Live TV and Games, etc. The ASUS @Vibe service contents differ for each territory. Game Park Game Park includes multiple interesting games.
Eee PC users can enjoy free online space. With Internet connection, you can access and share any files whenever you want and wherever you are. The ASUS WebStorage help file is accessible only when your Eee PC connects to the Internet.
Boingo (on selected models) Boingo gives you easy access to global Wi-Fi services with a special price via the pre-installed Boingo utility. Use one account at more than 100,000 hotspots around the world, including airports, hotels, cafes and restaurants. ASUS Eee PC...
Microsoft Eee PC users can enjoy Microsoft Office Suite free trial for 60 days. Do the following instructions to start the free trial. Ensure that your Eee PC is connected to the Internet and double- click Microsoft Office 60 Day Trial - Online on the desktop. Click TRY NOW.
Support DVD information The support DVD that comes with the Eee PC package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all the features. Running the support DVD Insert the support DVD in the external optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer.
Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications that the Eee PC supports. Contact Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. 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. Click an icon to display the specified information.
System Recovery Disable Boot Booster in BIOS setup before you perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition. Refer to the end of this chapter for details. Using Recovery Partition (F9 Recovery) About the Recovery Partition The Recovery Partition is a space reserved on your hard disk drive used to restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your Eee PC at the factory.
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Set up your language, time zone, keyboard, computer name, and user name to enter the Windows® OS. This support DVD is for Eee PC only. DO NOT use it on other computers. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for any updates. ASUS Eee PC Please select boot device:...
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 change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). Follow the instructions below to disable Boot Booster: Start the system and press <F2>...
Declarations and Safety Statements Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC) The following items were completed and are considered relevant and sufficient: • Essential requirements as in [Article 3] • Protection requirements for health and safety as in [Article 3.1a] • Testing for electric safety according to [EN 60950] •...
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Country Code selection feature to be disabled for products marketed to the US/CANADA. This Class [B] digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada ASUS Eee PC...
CE Mark Warning This is a Class B product, in a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. CE marking for devices without wireless LAN/Bluetooth The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of the EEC directives 2004/108/EC “Electromagnetic compatibility”...
67 Bas Rhin 71 Saône et Loire 84 Vaucluse 90 Territoire de Belfort 94 Val de Marne This requirement is likely to change over time, allowing you to use your wireless LAN card in more areas within France. Please check with ART for the latest information (www.art-telecom.fr) Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW, but more than 10mW.
3Kg must use approved power cords greater than or equal to: H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm or H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm REACH Notice Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http:// green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. ASUS Eee PC...
Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. (English) ATTENZIONE! Rischio di esplosione della batteria se sostituita in modo errato.
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а к к у м у л я т о р в с о о т в е т с т в и и с и н с т р у к ц и я м и производителя. (Russian) ASUS Eee PC A-11...
KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL,...
Warranty Statement. This limit also applies to ASUS’ suppliers and its reseller. It is the maximum for which ASUS, its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS ASUS LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: (1) THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES;...
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Manufacturer Address, City Country Authorized Representative in Europe Address, City Country A-14 ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.O.C TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Appendix...