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...Knowing the Parts Top Side...1-2 Bottom Side...1-5 Front Side...1-6 Right Side...1-7 Left Side...1-8 Keyboard Usage...1-9 Special Function Keys 1-9 Touchpad Usage...1-11 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 through a BIOS file 3-3 Bluetooth Connection (on selected models 3-4 ii Table...
...Knowing the Parts Top Side...1-2 Bottom Side...1-5 Front Side...1-6 Right Side...1-7 Left Side...1-8 Keyboard Usage...1-9 Special Function Keys 1-9 Touchpad Usage...1-11 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 through a BIOS file 3-3 Bluetooth Connection (on selected models 3-4 ii Table...
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Super Hybrid Engine...3-6 Super Hybrid Engine Modes 3-6 Eee Docking...3-7 Access ...3-7 Sharing...3-8 Experience...3-8 Tools...3-8 Boingo (on selected models 3-9 Microsoft® Office Trial (on selected models 3-10 Chapter 4: System Recovery System Recovery...4-2 Boot Booster...4-5 Appendix Declarations and Safety Statements A-2 Copyright Information...A-13 Limitation of Liability...A-14 Service and Support...A-14 ASUS Eee PC iii
Super Hybrid Engine...3-6 Super Hybrid Engine Modes 3-6 Eee Docking...3-7 Access ...3-7 Sharing...3-8 Experience...3-8 Tools...3-8 Boingo (on selected models 3-9 Microsoft® Office Trial (on selected models 3-10 Chapter 4: System Recovery System Recovery...4-2 Boot Booster...4-5 Appendix Declarations and Safety Statements A-2 Copyright Information...A-13 Limitation of Liability...A-14 Service and Support...A-14 ASUS Eee PC iii
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... manual. Using the Eee PC Provides information on the Eee PC's components. 2. Notes for safe operation. Important information that must be followed to prevent damage to use them.The following are used throughout this User's Manual: 1. iv Table of importance as being correct. The actual bundled applications differ by models and territories. System Recovery Gives you safety statements. Knowing the Parts Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities...
... manual. Using the Eee PC Provides information on the Eee PC's components. 2. Notes for safe operation. Important information that must be followed to prevent damage to use them.The following are used throughout this User's Manual: 1. iv Table of importance as being correct. The actual bundled applications differ by models and territories. System Recovery Gives you safety statements. Knowing the Parts Provides information on using the Eee PC's utilities...
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... do not shove any part of the Eee PC. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Disconnect the AC power before cleaning. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT leave the Eee PC on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or...
... do not shove any part of the Eee PC. DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Disconnect the AC power before cleaning. DO NOT operate during electrical storms. Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in this manual, refer all precautions and instructions. DO NOT leave the Eee PC on or near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or...
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... internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth ON or OFF. 7 Power Switch (Windows) The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Eee PC and recovering from standby mode. This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is opened. 1 Camera Cover Switch The camera cover switch allows you with quick access to the Internet and key applications without entering the Windows® OS. The power switch only works when the display panel is turned OFF. ASUS Eee PC 1-3 Slide the switch to the right to open and close the camera cover. When enabled, the corresponding wireless/bluetooth indicator lights...
... internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth ON or OFF. 7 Power Switch (Windows) The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Eee PC and recovering from standby mode. This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is opened. 1 Camera Cover Switch The camera cover switch allows you with quick access to the Internet and key applications without entering the Windows® OS. The power switch only works when the display panel is turned OFF. ASUS Eee PC 1-3 Slide the switch to the right to open and close the camera cover. When enabled, the corresponding wireless/bluetooth indicator lights...
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... Off Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Indicator The hard disk drive indicator blinks when data is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on models. Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is written to -RAM (Sleep) mode. Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is enabled, this indicator lights. When the built-in the Suspend-to or read from the disk drive. 8 9 10 1-4 Keyboard The keyboard differs depending on selected models). Touchpad and Buttons Status Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON...
... Off Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Indicator The hard disk drive indicator blinks when data is only applicable on models with built-in wireless LAN/ Bluetooth (on models. Wireless/Bluetooth Indicator This is written to -RAM (Sleep) mode. Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts This indicator is OFF when the Eee PC is enabled, this indicator lights. When the built-in the Suspend-to or read from the disk drive. 8 9 10 1-4 Keyboard The keyboard differs depending on selected models). Touchpad and Buttons Status Indicators Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON...
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...-in memory card reader can read SD/SDHC/MMC cards. 2 Headphone Output Jack 3 Microphone Jack The microphone jack is designed to connect the microphone used for Skype, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 4 USB Port (3.0, on selected models/2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, and storage devices. 5 Kensington® Lock port The Kensington® lock port allows the Eee PC to be removed from a fixed object. 6 LAN Port The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports...
...-in memory card reader can read SD/SDHC/MMC cards. 2 Headphone Output Jack 3 Microphone Jack The microphone jack is designed to connect the microphone used for Skype, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. 4 USB Port (3.0, on selected models/2.0/1.1) The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0, or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, and storage devices. 5 Kensington® Lock port The Kensington® lock port allows the Eee PC to be removed from a fixed object. 6 LAN Port The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports...
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... TO HOT WHEN IN USE. Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on selected models) Allows you to charge your mobile phones or digital audio players while your Eee PC is sleeping, hibernating or shut down. Power supplied through this jack. BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. 2 15 pin D-Sub Display (Monitor) Output 3 USB Port (2.0/1.1) USB Charge...
... TO HOT WHEN IN USE. Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on selected models) Allows you to charge your mobile phones or digital audio players while your Eee PC is sleeping, hibernating or shut down. Power supplied through this jack. BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. 2 15 pin D-Sub Display (Monitor) Output 3 USB Port (2.0/1.1) USB Charge...
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... internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. ASUS Eee PC 1-9 When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. 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. Crossed Screen Icon (F7): Turns off the display backlight. LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Eee PC's LCD display...
... internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with a colored command. ASUS Eee PC 1-9 When enabled, the corresponding wireless indicator will light. 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. Crossed Screen Icon (F7): Turns off the display backlight. LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Eee PC's LCD display...
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...; Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Eee PC is depleted to prolong battery life. 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting Started Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use with this model or else damage may occur to the Eee PC. Never lift the Eee PC by the display panel! • Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Eee PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer for using your Eee PC. 1.
...; Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Eee PC is depleted to prolong battery life. 2-2 Chapter 2: Getting Started Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for use with this model or else damage may occur to the Eee PC. Never lift the Eee PC by the display panel! • Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Eee PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer for using your Eee PC. 1.
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... the language you use . Next to continue. ASUS Eee PC 2-3 Follow the wizard instructions to finish the initialization: 1. Select you system settings by specifying the region you are in, the time zone you are in, and the keyboard type you use . Set a password for your user and your computer's name, account if you through setting up your user account name 4. Type your preferences and some...
... the language you use . Next to continue. ASUS Eee PC 2-3 Follow the wizard instructions to finish the initialization: 1. Select you system settings by specifying the region you are in, the time zone you are in, and the keyboard type you use . Set a password for your user and your computer's name, account if you through setting up your user account name 4. Type your preferences and some...
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... a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). The ASUS Update utility allows you to : • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file • Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and • View the BIOS version information. Select Update BIOS from Internet from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for Eee PC> ASUSUpdate. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection...
... a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). The ASUS Update utility allows you to : • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet • Update the BIOS from an updated BIOS file • Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and • View the BIOS version information. Select Update BIOS from Internet from the Windows® desktop by clicking Start > All Programs > ASUS > ASUSUpdate for Eee PC> ASUSUpdate. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection...
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... screen instructions to avail all its features. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Follow the screen instructions to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 4. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to complete the update process. Click Next. 4. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through the Internet. ASUS Eee PC 3-3 The ASUS Update...
... screen instructions to avail all its features. Launch the ASUS Update utility from the drop‑down menu, then click Next. 3. Follow the screen instructions to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. 4. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to complete the update process. Click Next. 4. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through the Internet. ASUS Eee PC 3-3 The ASUS Update...
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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. ASUS Eee PC 3-5 The paired relationship is successfully built. 4. Select a Bluetooth-enabled new devices. Click Add a device to finish the setting.
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. ASUS Eee PC 3-5 The paired relationship is successfully built. 4. Select a Bluetooth-enabled new devices. Click Add a device to finish the setting.
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... your Eee PC connects to change without notice. ASUS AP Bank ASUS AP Bank offers various software applications and multimedia enjoyment online. ASUS Eee PC 3-7 Game Park Game Park includes multiple interesting games. With Internet connection, you can enjoy free online space. Accesss Sharing Experience Tools • The applications in Eee Docking may vary depending on models. • The names of the desktop. Access ASUS @Vibe ASUS @Vibe...
... your Eee PC connects to change without notice. ASUS AP Bank ASUS AP Bank offers various software applications and multimedia enjoyment online. ASUS Eee PC 3-7 Game Park Game Park includes multiple interesting games. With Internet connection, you can enjoy free online space. Accesss Sharing Experience Tools • The applications in Eee Docking may vary depending on models. • The names of the desktop. Access ASUS @Vibe ASUS @Vibe...
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... Eee PC screen. Docking Setting Docking Setting allows you easy access to adjust the font/text size on selected models) Boingo gives you to configure the appearance and the position of the Eee Docking tool bar. ASUS Eee PC 3-9 Use one... account at more than 100,000 hotspots around the world, including airports, hotels, cafes and restaurants. Font Resizer Font Resizer allows you to global Wi-Fi services with a special price via the Boingo utility. LocaleMe LocaleMe is a web mapping service...
... Eee PC screen. Docking Setting Docking Setting allows you easy access to adjust the font/text size on selected models) Boingo gives you to configure the appearance and the position of the Eee Docking tool bar. ASUS Eee PC 3-9 Use one... account at more than 100,000 hotspots around the world, including airports, hotels, cafes and restaurants. Font Resizer Font Resizer allows you to global Wi-Fi services with a special price via the Boingo utility. LocaleMe LocaleMe is a web mapping service...
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... key and follow the onscreen instructions to select a desired application. 3-10 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC Enter your Eee PC is installed on the desktop. 2. Click TRY NOW. 3. click Microsoft Office 60 Day Trial - If you want to use other applications in the Microsoft Office Suite, click Start and point to All Programs > Microsoft Office to finish the activation process before starting the free...
... key and follow the onscreen instructions to select a desired application. 3-10 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC Enter your Eee PC is installed on the desktop. 2. Click TRY NOW. 3. click Microsoft Office 60 Day Trial - If you want to use other applications in the Microsoft Office Suite, click Start and point to All Programs > Microsoft Office to finish the activation process before starting the free...
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System Recovery Disable Boot Booster in the Recovery System dialog box to avoid recovery failure. Ensure to connect your Eee PC to the AC power adapter before you use and click to continue. 3. Click Recovery in BIOS setup before using F9 recovery to start the system recovery. 4. Using recovery partition (F9 Recovery) 1. Select the language you perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition. The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to press only...
System Recovery Disable Boot Booster in the Recovery System dialog box to avoid recovery failure. Ensure to connect your Eee PC to the AC power adapter before you use and click to continue. 3. Click Recovery in BIOS setup before using F9 recovery to start the system recovery. 4. Using recovery partition (F9 Recovery) 1. Select the language you perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition. The system starts system recovery automatically and follow the onscreen instructions to press only...
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... 16GB. • 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 start the recovery files backup. • The size of the connected USB storage device should be cleared. All the data on the selected USB storage device. The system backup starts and click OK when done. Click Continue to your Eee PC. 3. You...
... 16GB. • 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 start the recovery files backup. • The size of the connected USB storage device should be cleared. All the data on the selected USB storage device. The system backup starts and click OK when done. Click Continue to your Eee PC. 3. You...
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... recovery. 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. Remember to see the POST screen or enter the BIOS setup by doing the instruction above, restart the system and try pressing repeatedly on bootup to enter the BIOS setup. 2. 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...
... recovery. 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. Remember to see the POST screen or enter the BIOS setup by doing the instruction above, restart the system and try pressing repeatedly on bootup to enter the BIOS setup. 2. 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...