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 ... 2-6 Network Connection ... 2-7 Configuring a wireless network connection ... 2-7 Local Area Network ...
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Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains ...A-6 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands ...A-6 UL Safety Notices ...A-7 Power Safety Requirement ...A-8 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) ...A-9 Copyright Information ... A-11 Limitation of Liability ... A-12 Service and Support ... A-12 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: 1. Knowing the Parts Provides information on the Eee PC’s components.
DO NOT leave the Eee PC on your lap or any part of the body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. ASUS Eee PC DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the Eee PC.
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 model. The keyboard differs for each territory. Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts...
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The battery charge indicator (LED) shows the battery charging status as follows: Powered ON / Standby mode High battery power (95%–100%) Medium battery power (11%–94%) Low battery power (0%–10%) ASUS Eee PC With Adapter Without Adapter Green ON Orange ON Orange Blinking (Continued on the next page)
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Powered OFF High battery power (95%–100%) Medium battery power (11%–94%) Low battery power (0%–10%) The Battery Charge Indicator will not light when the battery is removed from your Eee PC. Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Indicator The hard disk drive indicator blinks when data is written to or read from the disk drive.
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...
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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. The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit.
Skype, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. Headphone Output Jack The 1/8” stereo headphone jack (3.5mm) connects the Eee PC’s audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers. ASUS Eee PC...
Left Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. USB Port (2.0/1.1) Rear Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. Memory Card Slot The built-in memory card reader can read MMC/SD and MS-PRO cards.
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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...
Keyboard Usage Special Function Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on the Eee PC’s keyboard. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with a colored command. Some function icons appear in the Notification area after activation.
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→ the line. Windows icon: Displays the start menu. Menu with pointer icon : Activates the properties menu and is equivalent to right-clicking the touchpad/mouse on an object. ASUS Eee PC ): Press to move the pointer to the 1-11...
Touchpad Usage Multi-finger gesture input Finger gesture Two-finger zooming in/out Two-finger zooming in/out - Moving two fingertips apart or together on the touchpad to zoom in or zoom out. This is convenient when viewing photos or reading documents. Zoom in 1-12 Applications StarOffice Writer/Impress,...
Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for using your Eee PC. 1. Install the battery pack 3. 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. Select the time zone you are in and click Next to continue. ASUS Eee PC Select you system settings by specifying the region you are in, the language you use and the keyboard type you use.
Click Help protect my PC by turning on Automatic Updates now to get the latest important updates and click Next to continue. Follow the onscreen instructions to register with Microsoft and finish the initialization. Desktop The are several shortcuts on the desktop. Double-click them to launch the corresponding applications and enter the specified folders.
ASUS EeePC Tray Utility The preloaded ASUS EeePC Tray utility allows you to turn off some devices to minimize the power consumption and helps you adjust the display resolution easily. Enabling and Disabling Devices To disable or enable devices Right-click the ASUS EeePC Tray Utility icon in the Notification area and the utility shows the available options: Disable WLAN: Turns on and off the wireless LAN connection.
Adjusting the display resolution Click the ASUS EeePC Tray Utility icon in the Notification area to adjust the display resolution. Select the resolution based on your needs. The CRT-related options are unavailable when there is no connected external monitors. When you select LCD 1024 x 768, move the pointer to scroll up and down the screen.
You can see the wireless network icon in the Notification area. The wireless connection icon disappears when you Press (<Fn> + <F2>) to disable the WLAN function. ASUS Eee PC in the...
Local Area Network To establish a wired network, follow the instructions below: Using a dynamic IP: Right-click the network icon with a yellow warning triangle on the Windows® taskbar and select Open Network Connections. Right-click Local Area Connection and select Properties.
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New Connection Wizard. Select Connect to the Internet and click Next. Select your connection type and click Next. ASUS Eee PC Click Next. Select Set up my connection manually. 10. Enter your ISP Name and click Next.
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11. Enter your User name and Password. Click Next. 13. Enter your user name and password. Click Connect to connect to the Internet. Using a static IP: Repeat the step 1–3 of Using a dynamic IP to start the static IP network configuration.
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 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 •...
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 To update the BIOS through a BIOS file:...
Bluetooth Connection 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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Next to continue. 11. Click Skip to set up connection later and continue. ASUS Eee PC Enter the Bluetooth security code and start pairing. 10. A message appears to show that the selected shortcuts...
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 > SuperHybridEngine. • Press Instant Key 3 repeatedly to switch power modes.
Visit the official website for details. To use Eee Storage Double-click the Eee Storage shortcut on the desktop, and read the service agreement before clicking Yes to continue. Ensure that your Eee PC is connected to the Internet. Double-click Eee Internet Storage. ASUS Eee PC...
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You can easily drag and drop to upload files onto your free online space. Double-click Setup Your Eee Storage Account information in the Web Storage folder to apply an account and setup a password if you need to use more advanced functions. This set of account and password is also indispensable when you use Eee Storage service with other computer.
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.
System Recovery Using the Support DVD The Support DVD includes an image of the operating system, installed on your system at the factory. The Support DVD provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores your system to its original working state, provided that your system drive is in good working order.
USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition. Refer to the end of this chapter for details. Click the check mark button to start the system recovery. The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. ASUS Eee PC...
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...
Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized power indoors are: • 10mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz–2483.5 MHz) •...
DO NOT use the Eee PC during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. • DO NOT use the Eee PC in the vicinity of a gas leak. ASUS Eee PC 45 Loiret 50 Manche 58 Nièvre...
Required for UL 1642 covering primary (nonrechargeable) and secondary (rechargeable) lithium batteries for use as power sources in products. These batteries contain metallic lithium, or a lithium alloy, or a lithium ion, and may consist of a single electrochemical cell or two or more cells connected in series, parallel, or both, that convert chemical energy into electrical energy by an irreversible or reversible chemical reaction.
Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion. (Swedish) VAROITUS! Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan sousittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistagan ohjeiden mukaisesti. (Finnish) ASUS Eee PC...
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ATTENTION! Il y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du mêre type ou d’ un type équivalent recommandé par le constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant. (French) ADVARSEL! Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri.
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, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES...
ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you for loss, damages or claims based in contract, tort or infringement under this 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.