E6706 Eee Slate User Manual Windows® 7 Edition EP121 / B121
Table of Contents About This User’s Manual.......................................................................................................iv Notes for This Manual............................................................................................................... v Safety Precautions....................................................................................................................vi Chapter 1: A Quick Look Package Contents.................................................
IC Regulations:..........................................................................................................A-4 IMPORTANT NOTE:..................................................................................................A-4 Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC)..........................A-5 IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada...............................................A-6 Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains....................................
About This User’s Manual You are reading the Eee Slate User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides information regarding the various components in the Eee Slate and how to use them. The following are major sections of this User’s Manual: 1. A Quick Look Provides information on the Eee Slate’s package contents and components. 2. Getting Started Provides information on getting started with the Eee Slate. 3.
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. IMPORTANT! Vital information that must be followed to prevent damage to data, components, or persons. TIP: Tips for completing tasks. NOTE: Information for special situations.
Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Eee Slate. Follow all precautions and instructions. Except as described in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on or near the surface. Disconnect the AC power before cleaning.
Charging Your Batteries If you intend to use battery power, be sure to fully charge your battery pack before going on long trips. Remember that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it is plugged into the computer and an AC power source. Be aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Eee Slate is in use. Remember to fully charge the battery (8 hours or more) before first use and whenever it is depleted to prolong battery life.
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Package Contents Your Eee Slate 1 A Quick Look
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Your Eee Slate 3 4 1 19 2 7 5 6 8 18 17 16 15 14 13 11 12 11 10 9 1 Power switch The power switch turns your Eee Slate on/off, puts it to sleep, and wakes it up from sleep mode. Slide and release the switch to turn on or wake the Eee Slate. Slide and release it again to put the Eee Slate into sleep mode. If the system becomes unresponsive, sliding and holding the power switch will force the Eee Slate to power off. Note that forcing the system to power off may result in data loss.
3 Virtual Keyboard Button The virtual keyboard button displays or hides the virtual keyboard on the screen. Press and hold this button for ESC. 1-4 4 Orientation Lock Switch To lock the screen in the current orientation, slide this switch to the left (red dot will be visible). To unlock, slide this switch to the right. 5 Built-in Camera Use the built-in camera for picture taking, video recording, video conferencing, and other interactive applications.
10 Memory Card Slot Insert SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC card into this slot. 11 USB Port (2.0/1.1) Insert USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, and storage devices into this port. 12 Emergency Shutdown Key If the system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, press this key using a paperclip to shut down your Eee Slate. 13 Headphone Output/Microphone Input Combo Jack The stereo combo jack (3.5mm) connects the Eee Slate’s audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones.
18 Power (DC) Input Insert the power adapter into this port to supply power to your Eee Slate and charge the internal battery pack. To prevent damage to your Eee Slate and battery pack, always use the bundled power adapter.
Charging the Eee Slate Turning your Eee Slate ON/OFF Starting up for the first time Desktop Getting connected wirelessly 2 Chapter 2: Getting Started
Charging the Eee Slate 1 3 2 • Use only the power adapter that comes with your device. Using a different power adapter may damage your device. • The input voltage range between the wall outlet and this adapter is AC 100V–240V, and the output voltage of this adapter is 19.5V, 3.08A. To prolong battery life, fully charge the battery for up to 8 hours when using the Eee Slate for the first time and whenever the battery power is fully depleted.
Turning your Eee Slate ON/OFF Slide and release the power switch to toggle the Eee Slate on and off. Starting up for the first time When you use your Eee Slate for the first time, the Windows® wizard launches automatically to guide you in configuring the basic Windows® operating system settings of your Eee Slate. The actual Windows OS version may vary according to different models. To start up for the first time: 1. Select your preferred language, then tap Next. ASUS Eee Slate 2.
2-4 3. Key in your user name and computer name, then tap Next to continue. 4. Create a password for your user account. Tap Next to continue. 5. Carefully read the end-user license agreement and tick the two checkboxes if you agree with the terms. Tap Next to continue. 6. Tap Use recommended settings to install important and recommended updates.
7. Select your area's time zone, and set up your area's date and time. Tap Next to continue. 8. Select a wireless network and tap Next to continue. Tap Skip to set up the wireless connection later. 9. Select the network's location. Tap Next to continue. 10. Windows® operating system setup is completed. Desktop There are several items in the Windows® Notification area. Tap the icons to launch them. The actual Desktop screen may vary according to different models.
Getting connected wirelessly Use your device’s built-in Wi-Fi capability to connect to a wireless network. This enables you to wirelessly access websites or Internet-related applications. To use the Wi-Fi function: 1. Tap the wireless network icon 2. From the list, select the network, then tap Connect. Tap the Refresh icon in the Windows® Notification area. on the upper right corner to refresh the list. You may need to key in a password or passkey to access a secured network. 3.
Adjusting Eee Slate with ControlDeck Using Bluetooth System Recovery Trusted Platform Module (TPM) (on selected models) 3 Chapter 3: Using the Eee Slate
Adjusting Eee Slate with ControlDeck ASUS ControlDeck allows you to fast adjust screen brightness and system volume, enable or disable wireless settings, and switch the presentation mode. To launch ASUS ControlDeck, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility > ControlDeck.
Using Bluetooth Bluetooth® allows your Eee Slate to wirelessly communicate with Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as computers, mobile phones, PDAs, and Bluetooth keyboard, within a short range of about ten meters or 30 feet. To connect to a Bluetooth-enabled device: 1. 2. Ensure that the Bluetooth function is activated. From Control Panel, go to Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center and select Change adapter settings in the left blue pane. 3.
5. From the list, select the Bluetooth device that you want your Eee Slate to communicate with, then tap Next. 6. Key in the Bluetooth security code or passcode into the Bluetooth device to pair the Bluetooth device with your Eee Slate. The security code shown in the right figure is for reference only. Please key in the code shown on your Eee Slate. 7. 3-4 The Bluetooth device is successfully paired with your Eee Slate. Tap Close to exit the Bluetooth wizard.
System Recovery • Ensure that the power adapter is connected to your Eee Slate and is plugged to a power outlet. Unstable power may cause the system recovery process to fail. • All data will be lost during the system recovery process. Ensure that you back up all your data before doing the system recovery process. Using the Recovery DVD The Recovery DVD allows you to quickly restore the operating system, drivers, and utilities of your Eee Slate.
Creating and using the USB recovery disk You can copy the system recovery files from the Recovery DVD to a USB storage device such a USB flash disk or a USB hard disk drive. You can then use the USB recovery disk to recover the system of your Eee Slate. • The USB storage device should be more than 16GB. • Memory cards are not supported for this function. • The computer that you use to create the USB recovery disk must be installed with either Windows® 7 or Vista OS. To create the USB recovery disk: 1.
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) (on selected models) The TPM, or Trusted Platform Module, is a security hardware device on the system board that will hold computer-generated keys for encryption. It is a hardware-based solution that an help avoid attacks by hackers looking to capture passwords and encryption keys to sensitive data. The TPM provides the ability to Eee Slate to run applications more secure and to make transactions and communication more trustworthy.
Enabling / disabling TPM Support TPM is enabled by system default. To modify TPM setting, connect a USB keyboard to the USB port and enter BIOS Setup (press [F2] on system startup). Set TPM Support to [Enable] or [Disable]in BIOS setup Advanced > Trusted Computing. ����������� Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2008 American Megatrends, Inc.
Initializing the Infineon Security Platform Software When you start Windows, you can see a balloon tip above the TPM icon on the Windows notification area reminding you to initialize the security platform. The Infineon Security Platform Quick Initialization Wizard is used to initialize the Security Platform and to configure Security Platform Features (backup including Emergency Recovery, Password Reset, Enhanced Authentication).
3-10 3. Configure the security platform settings according to your need and click Next. 4. Click Next to start security platform initialization. 5. When finished, click Finish to exit the Quick Initialization Wizard.
Launching the Infineon Security Platform Settings Tool With the Security Platform Settings Tool, you can get various information about the Trusted Platform Module of your system. Also, you are able to carry out several administrative tasks. This component is designed as a Control Panel Applet. It provides a central access point for administrating the Infineon Security Platform.
3-12 Chapter 3: Using the Eee Slate
Eee Slate Case Refill Nibs and Nib Remover 4 Chapter 4: Accessories
Eee Slate Case Your device comes with the durable Eee Slate Case for easy storage and to protect your device from scratches and dents. To store your device with the Eee Slate Case: 1. 2. Open the Eee Slate Case. Follow the steps below to place your device into the Eee Slate Case.
To use the Eee Slate Case: ASUS Eee Slate 4-3
Refill Nibs and Nib Remover To replace the digitizer pen nib with the nib remover: 1 2 4-4 Chapter 4: Accessories
Declarations and Safety Statements Copyright Information Limitation of Liability Service and Support A Appendix
Declarations and Safety Statements FCC Regulations: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
RF Exposure Information (SAR) This device meets the government’s requirements for exposure to radio waves. This device is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S. Government. The exposure standard employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit set by the FCC is 1.6W/kg.
IC Regulations: This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 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.
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] Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility in [Article 3.
IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with IC 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.
Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14 Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13 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) • 100mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.
67 71 84 90 Bas Rhin Saône et Loire Vaucluse Territoire de Belfort 68 75 88 94 Haut Rhin Paris Vosges Val de Marne 70 Haute Saône 82 Tarn et Garonne 89 Yonne 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.
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. • Do not dispose the Eee Slate battery pack in a fire, as they may explode.
Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and 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. Please refer to http://csr.asus.com/english/Compliance.
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. Sostituire la batteria con un una di tipo uguale o equivalente consigliata dalla fabbrica. Non disperdere le batterie nell’ambiente.
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. Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner.
Copyright Information No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”).
Limitation of Liability Circumstances may arise where because of a default on ASUS’ part or other liability, you are entitled to recover damages from ASUS.
