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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UL Safety Notices ...A-7 REACH Notice ...A-8 Power Safety Requirement ...A-8 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ...A-9 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...
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 diagram 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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Express Gate Button (on selected models) When the Eee PC is turned off, pressing this button will launch Express Gate. Express Gate is an ASUS exclusive OS that provides you with quick access to the Internet and key applications without entering the Windows® OS.
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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%)
Eee PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AvOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT. Battery Pack 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. ASUS Eee PC...
Battery Lock The battery lock secures the battery pack. When the battery pack is properly installed, it automatically locks in place. To remove the battery pack, slide the battery lock inward. Memory Compartment The memory module is secured in a dedicated compartment. Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC.
The Kensington® lock port allows the Eee PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible security products. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Eee PC to be removed from a fixed object. ASUS Eee PC...
Left Side Refer to the diagram 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.
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The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Eee Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Memory Card Slot The built-in memory card reader can read SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC cards. 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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Toggles the camera application ON. C: Toggles the screensaver ON. 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 1-11...
Touchpad Usage Multi-finger gesture input Finger gesture Two-finger zooming in/out Two-finger rotating Two-finger scrolling up/down or left/right Three-finger page up/down 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.
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Three-finger page up/down- Use three fingers to move horizontally on the touchpad to swipe pages. Swipe from left to the right to view the next page or right to the left to return to the previous pages. ASUS Eee PC 1-13...
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 network icon with an orange star does not show in the Notification area, activate the wireless LAN function by pressing 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 •...
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 To update the BIOS through a BIOS file:...
Bluetooth Connection (on selected models) 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> + <F2> repeatedly until Bluetooth ON or WLAN & Bluetooth ON is shown.
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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 > EeePC > SuperHybridEngine > SuperHybridEngine. • Right-click the Super Hybrid Engine icon in the Notification area, and select a preferred power mode.
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.
Sharing YouCAM YouCAM provides interesting effects and useful add-ons for your webcam. Syncables The syncables desktop application makes it easier than ever to keep all your photos, music, videos, documents, bookmarks, and more in sync and up to date across all your computers. Experience Eee Splendid Eee Splendid helps improve your Eee PC display in terms of the contrast,...
Locale Me requires an Internet connection to operate. Docking Setting Docking Setting allows you to configure the appearance and the position of the Eee Docking tool bar. ASUS Eee PC...
System Recovery Boot Booster Chapter 4: System Recovery...
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System Recovery Disable Boot Booster in BIOS setup before you perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition. Ensure to connect your Eee PC to the AC power adapter before using F9 recovery to avoid recovery failure. Using recovery partition (F9 Recovery) Press <F9>...
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Back to backup your important data. You will lose all your data on the selected USB storage device. Ensure to back up your important data beforehand The system backup starts and click OK when done. ASUS Eee PC...
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“C” and a data partition as drive “D“. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. Please select boot device: HDD:SM-ASUS-PHISON SSD USB:XXXXXXXX ↑ and ↓ to move selection ENTER to select boot device to continue.
Boot Booster v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. Press <F10> to save the configuration and restart Eee PC. Remember to enable Boot Booster after you complete hardware change or system recovery. ASUS Eee PC BIOS SETUP UTILITY Security Boot Exit...
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.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. ASUS Eee PC...
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] •...
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 Japan Europe ETSI 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 68 Haut Rhin 70 Haute Saône 75 Paris...
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://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Appendix...
Declaration ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of ASUS product is in line with global environmental regulations. In addition, ASUS disclose the relevant information based on regulation requirements.
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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Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner. (Norwegian) (Japanese) ВНИМАНИЕ! При замене аккумулятора на аккумулятор иного типа возможно его возгорание. Утилизируйте аккумулятор в соответствии с инструкциями 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...