Special Function Keys ................. 3-9 First-time Startup ..................3-12 Desktop ......................3-15 ASUS EeePC Tray Utility ................3-16 Shutdown......................3-18 Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC Network Connection ..................4-2 Configuring a wireless network connection ........4-2 Configuring a network connection ............4-4 Table of Contents...
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Table of Contents Browsing web pages .................4-10 ASUS Update ....................4-11 Updating the BIOS through the Internet ...........4-11 Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file ..........4-13 Outlook Express ....................4-14 Skype™ (on selected models) ..............4-15 ® Microsoft Works (in selected territories) ..........4-16 Initializing Microsoft®...
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. Introducing the Eee PC Introduces the Eee PC and this User’s Manual.
Notes for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide, allowing you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively. These notes have different degrees of importance as follows: WARNING! Important information that must be followed for safe operation.
Wipe the Eee PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water and remove any extra moisture with a dry cloth. DO NOT place on uneven or DO NOT place or drop unstable work surfaces.
The Eee PC’s surface is easily dulled if not properly cared for. Be careful not to rub or scrape surfaces when transporting your Eee PC. You can put your Eee PC in a carrying case for protection from dirt, water, shock, and scratches.
Preparing your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for using your Eee PC. Read the following chapters for detailed information. 1. Install the battery pack 2. Connect the AC power adapter The wall outlet differs in type by country. Your Eee PC ships with an adapter compliant with your national standard.
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3. Open the display panel 4. 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! ASUS Eee PC...
Top Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. The keyboard differs for each territory. Chapter 2: Knowing the Parts...
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Unlike desktop monitors, the LCD panel does not produce any radiation or flickering, so it is easier on the eyes. Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if necessary) to clean the display panel.
Status Indicators (front) 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.
Eee PC. The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. The bottom of the Eee PC can get very hot. Be careful when handling the Eee PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation.
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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 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 illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. 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.
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.
The Eee PC power comprises two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system. The power adapter converts AC power from a wall outlet to the DC power required by the Eee PC. Your Eee PC comes with a universal AC-DC adapter for connection to any 100V-120V as well as 220V-240V outlets without setting switches or using power converters.
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• Press the retaining tab and snap the plug out. This Eee PC may come with either a two or three-prong plug adapter depending on territory to fit your wall outlet. Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Eee PC or use the Eee PC’s adapter to power other electrical...
Installing and Removing the Battery Pack Your Eee PC may not have its battery pack installed. If not, use the following procedures to install the battery pack. To install the battery pack: To remove the battery pack: •...
The battery pack’s useful life will depend on your environment temperature, humidity, and how your Eee PC is used. It is ideal that the battery be used in a temperature range between 5˚C and 35˚C (41˚F and 95˚F). You must also take into account that the Eee PC’s internal temperature...
Battery mode lowers down the CPU frequency and decreases the power consumption to maximize the battery life. The AC mode enables the CPU to run at the full speed and to obtain the best performance. When applying or removing the power adapter, the AC mode and Battery mode will be shown on the display as a reminder.
Double-clicking/Double-tapping - This is a common skill for launching a program directly from the corresponding icon you select. Move the pointer over the icon you wish to execute, press the left button or tap the pad twice in rapid succession, and the system launches the corresponding program.
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The following illustrations produce the same results. Scrolling - Slide you finger up or down on the right side of the touchpad to scroll a window up or down. If your display window includes several sub-windows, move the pointer on that pane before scrolling.
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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Speaker Up Icon (F9): Increases the speaker volume. Num Lk (F11): Toggles the numeric keypad (number lock) ON and OFF. Allows use of a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering. Scr Lk (F12): Toggles the “Scroll Lock” ON and OFF.
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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 3-11...
First-time Startup For the first time you start your Eee PC, the Windows wizard will launch automatically and lead you through setting up your preferences and some basic information. Follow the wizard instructions to finish the initialization: The Welcome message appears. Click Next to continue.
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Select the time zone you are in and click Next to continue. Read the end user license agreement and click Yes, I accept. Click Next to continue. ASUS Eee PC 3-13...
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Click Help protect my PC by turning on Automatic Updates now to get the latest important updates and click Next to continue. Type your computer’s name in the Computer name box 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. Some applications would form minimized icons in the Notification area. ASUS Eee PC 3-15...
Disable WLAN: Enable or disable the wireless LAN connection. Disable Camera: Enable or disable the built-in camera. Select an option to turn it on or off based on your needs. The unavailable options will be dimmed. 3-16...
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You need not scroll up and down the screen when you select LCD Compress Mode. When the display mode of your Eee PC is CRT Only and the power mode is Power Saving, DO NOT use a resolution higher than 1024 x 600 pixels. Doing so would make the connected external monitor function abnormally.
Shutdown Do the following instructions to turn down your Eee PC. Click the start button to display the start menu. Select Turn Off Computer from the list. Select Turn Off to power off your Eee PC. 3-18 Chapter 3: Getting Started...
Connect to build the connection. If you cannot find the desired access point, click Refresh network list in the left pane and search in the list again. When connecting, you may have to enter a password. Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC...
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After a connection has been established, the connection is shown on the list. 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...
RJ-45 connectors on each end, to the network port on the Eee PC and the other end to a hub or switch. The illustration below is the example of your Eee PC connected to a network hub or switch for use with the built-in Ethernet controller.
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2. Right-click Local Area Connection and select Properties. 3. Highlight Internet Protocol(TCP/IP) and click Properties. 4. Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. ASUS Eee PC...
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5. Click Create a new connection to start the New Connection Wizard. 6. Click Next. 7. Click Connect to the Internet and click Next. 8. Click Set up my connection manually. Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC...
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9. Select your connection type and click Next. 10. Enter your ISP Name and click Next. 11. Enter your User name and Password. Click Next. 12. Click Finish to finish the configuration. ASUS Eee PC...
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13. Enter your user name and password. Click Connect to connect to the Internet. Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) if you have problems connecting to the network. Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC...
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Using a static IP: 1. Repeat the step 1–3 of Using a dynamic IP to start the static IP network configuration. Click Use the following IP address. 3. Enter the IP address, Subnet mask and Gateway from your service provider.
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.
Update the BIOS directly from the Internet, and • View the BIOS version information. This utility is pre-loaded in your Eee PC and is also available in the support DVD that comes with the Eee PC package. ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
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Select Update BIOS from Internet from the drop-down menu, then click Next. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic, or click Auto Select. Click Next. 4-12 Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC...
From the FTP site, select the desired 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.
Click Start > Programs > Outlook Express. Follow the Wizard to finish a new account setup. Contact your service provider If you do not know the incoming and outgoing server address of your e-mail account. The Outlook Express main window appears as follows.
Skype™ (on selected models) Skype enables users to make free calls to other Skype users or cheaper calls to landlines or mobile phones with Internet access. It also offers instant messaging function, which users can use to chat online. To start using Skype application Double-click the Skype icon on the desktop.
(in selected territories) The Microsoft® Works includes several office software like Works Word Processor, Works Spreadsheet, Dictionary, PowerPoint Viewer, etc.. You need to initialize the software before use. Initializing Microsoft® Works Double-click the Microsoft Works icon on the desktop. In the Microsoft Software License Terms dialog box, click I Agree and click Next.
Click Programs on the top to switch screens. Click Works Word Processor from the list in the left pane Select Blank Word Processor document in the right pane. Choose other templates you want to use in the right pane if needed. ASUS Eee PC...
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Under the File menu, click Open. Or press <Ctrl> + <O> directly. In the Open dialog box, click Look in and locate your file. You can also shorten the process by sorting the files by file types. 4-18 Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC...
The screen displays the calendar and your appointments. Microsoft® Works Templates The screen provides templates for different tasks. Select a task category from the list on the left and start using the built-in templates. Microsoft® Works Projects The Microsoft® Works Projects helps you smartly manage your projects.
If your external monitor functions abnormally in Power Saving mode at a resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels or higher, press <Fn> + <F5> repeatedly to switch the display mode to LCD Only or LCD + CRT Clone and reset the power mode to High Performance or Super Performance.
YoStore (Eee Storage) 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. • YOStore is about to rename to Eee Storage and the provided service remains the same.
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Read the service agreement before click Yes to continue. You can easily drag and drop to upload files onto your free online space. Double-click Setup Account.sh to apply an account and setup a password if you need to use more advanced functions such as Group Share.
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Support DVD System Recovery Support DVD & System Recovery...
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.
Click to go to the previous page Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications that the Eee PC supports. Click to go to the next page ASUS Eee PC...
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.
Before using the Support DVD, copy your data files to floppy disks or to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as network settings).
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Click OK in the Recovery System for Eee PC dialog box. Click Yes to start the system recovery. You will lose all your data during the system recovery. Ensure to back up your important data before recovering your system. After the system recovery is completed, eject the Support DVD from the optical drive and click OK to restart the Eee PC.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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“The manufacture declares that this device is limited to Channels 1 through 11 in the 2.4GHz frequency by specified firmware controlled in the USA.” This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
• Radio test suites according to [EN 300 328-2] 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.
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To prevent radio interference to the licensed service (i.e. co-channel Mobile Satellite systems) this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing.
10mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz–2483.5 MHz) • 100mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.5 MHz Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446.6 MHz to 2483.5 MHz. There are few possibilities for outdoor use: On private property or on...
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89 Yonne 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.
Power Safety Requirement Products with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved power cords greater than or equal to: H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm or H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that...
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Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) English 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. ATTENZIONE! Rischio di esplosione della batteria se Italian sostituita in modo errato.
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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.