E6660 Eee PC User Manual Meego Edition Eee PC X101
Table of Contents Offer to Provide Source Code of Certain Software........................................................iv About This User’s Manual........................................................................................................v Notes for This Manual...............................................................................................................v Safety Precautions.........................................................................................................
Chapter 4: System Recovery System Recovery....................................................................................................................4-2 Appendix Declarations and Safety Statements...............................................................................A-2 Federal Communications Commission Statement......................................A-2 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement..........................A-3 Declaration of Conformity(R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC)...
Offer to Provide Source Code of Certain Software This product contains copyrighted software that is licensed under the General Public License (“GPL”), under the Lesser General Public License Version (“LGPL”) and/or other Free Open Source Software Licenses. Such software in this product is distributed without any warranty to the extent permitted by the applicable law. Copies of these licenses are included in this product.
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. 2. Getting Started Provides information on getting started with the Eee PC. 3. Using the Eee PC Provides information on using the Eee PC’s utilities. 4.
Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Eee PC. 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.
SAFE TEMP: This Eee PC should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). INPUT RATING: Refer to the rating label on the bottom of the Eee PC and be sure that your power adapter complies with the rating. 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. Incorrect installation of battery may cause explosion and damage the Eee PC. DO NOT throw the Eee PC in municipal waste.
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 PC 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.
Top Side Bottom Side Right Side Left Side Keyboard Usage 1 Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts
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.
1 Built-in Camera LED 2 Microphone (Built-in) 3 Built-in Camera 4 Display Panel 5 Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Eee PC and recovering from standby mode. Press the switch once to turn ON and hold it to turn OFF the Eee PC. The power switch only works when the display panel is opened. Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is in the Suspend-to-RAM (Sleep) mode.
Powered OFF / Standby mode With Adapter High battery power Green ON (95%–100%) Medium battery power Orange ON (11%–94%) Low battery power Orange Blinking (0%–10%) Without Adapter Off Off Off Solid State Drive (SSD) Indicator The solid state drive indicator blinks when data is written to or read from the disk drive. Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is in the Suspend-to-RAM (Sleep) mode.
Bottom Side The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. 2 1 3 4 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. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. DO NOT use on soft surfaces such as sofas or beds, which may block the vents. DO NOT PUT THE Eee PC ON YOUR LAP OR OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY TO AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT.
3 Battery Lock - Manual The manual battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. Move the manual lock to the unlocked position to insert or remove the battery pack. Move the manual lock to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. 4 Memory Compartment The memory module is secured in a dedicated compartment. Right Side 1 1 2 1-6 2 3 4 Micro SD Card Slot / Headphone Output / Microphone Input Combo Jack The 1/8” stereo combo jack (3.
Left Side 1 1 2 3 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. To prevent damage to the Eee PC and battery pack, always use the supplied power adapter. THE ADAPTER MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. 2 USB Port (2.0/1.
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. Volume Up Icon (A): Increases the speaker volume. Crossed Speaker Icon (S): Mutes the speaker. Volume Down Icon (D): Decreases speaker volume.
Powering on your Eee PC First-time Startup Using the MeeGo MyZone page Wireless Network Connection 2 Chapter 2: Getting Started
Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for using your Eee PC. 1. Install the battery pack 2. Connect the AC power adapter 2 1 3. Turn ON the Eee PC Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Eee PC. You may damage both your battery pack(s) and the Eee PC with a faulty ACDC adapter.
First-time Startup For the first time you start your Eee PC, a first-time startup wizard will launch automatically and lead you through setting up your preferences and some basic information. Follow the screen instructions to finish the initialization. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Select the device language from the list. Click Next to continue. Read through the License Agreement. Select Yes, I agree and click Next to continue. Create a user password. The password must have 6-16 characters.
Using the MeeGo MyZone page The MeeGo MyZone page is the first page you see after system startup. The MyZone page is divided into four areas. Refer to the table below for details. 1 2 4 3 Item 1 2 3 4 2-4 Description Launch MeeGo functions from the Toolbar at the top of the screen. The Toolbar automatically hides to save screen space and appears when you move the cursor to the top of the screen. You may also manually hide or show the Toolbar by pressing the key on the keyboard.
Wireless Network Connection Configuring a wireless network connection 1. Click the Networks icon 2. Select the wireless access point you want to connect to from the list and click Connect to build the connection. from the toolbar. If no network is detected, activate the wireless LAN function by pressing + before configuring a wireless network connection. 3. 4. When connecting, you may have to enter a password. After a connection has been established, the connection is shown on the list. 5.
Browsing web pages After you finish the network setup, click Internet from the toolbar and start enjoying net surfing. 1 2 3 Item 1 2 3 Description The internet web address bar provides a quick and useful start to browsing the web. Enter any URL to visit the website, or enter any keyword to search related information on the internet. The Tabs area is a view of your last or currently running session.
Live Update Customizing MyZone application shortcuts Using the Device page Bluetooth Connection (on selected models) Super Hybrid Engine 3 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC
Live Update The Live Update utility allows you to download and apply updates to your computer. Live Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Updating your Eee PC through the Internet To update your Eee PC through the Internet 1. Click Applications from the toolbar. Click Live Update under System Tools. 2. 3-2 In the Add/Remove Software window, click Live Update on the left panel.
3. • • • In the Live Update main screen, you can: Click Update to start updating your Eee PC immediately. Click Settings to set the update frequecy and contents according to your need. Click History to show and remove installed updates. 4. If you click Update in the previous step, a message window appears when new updates are avaialbe. Select the update(s) you need and click Install. 5. Some updates require you to restart the system to complete installation.
Customizing MyZone application shortcuts The application shortcuts on the left side of the MyZone page allows you to quick launch your favorite applications. You may add or remove the shortcuts at will. To remove MyZone application shortcuts 1. 2. 3. Click Applications from the toolbar. Your existing MyZone application shorcuts are listed in the Favorite applications field. Place the cursor on top of the shortcut that you want to remove. A pin icon appears on the upper right corner of the shortcut.
Using the Device page The Devices page provides a quick overview of your files and system status. 1 2 Item 1 2 3 3 Description If you connect USB storage devices to your Eee PC, you can click Open in the Other devices field to view device contents using File Browser. Click Eject to safely remove the storage device. In the Your computer field, click a folder to see its contents using File Browser.
Bluetooth Connection (on selected models) This device contains FCC ID: MSQ-X101NB037H / MSQ-X101NE785H and IC ID: 3568A-X101NB037H / 3568A-X101NE785H 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: 1. Press + repeatedly until Bluetooth ON or WLAN & Bluetooth ON is shown. 2. Click Bluetooth from the toolbar.
4. Enter the Bluetooth security code into your device and start pairing. The passcode shown in the figure below is for reference only. Please key in the code shown on your Eee PC. 5. The paired relationship is successfully built. Click Done to finish the setting. 6. The paired device will appear in the Devices list.
Super Hybrid Engine Super Hybrid Engine offers different power modes. The assigned instant key toggles power savings between various power saving modes. The power saving modes control many aspects of your Eee PC to maximize performance versus battery time. Applying or removing the power adapter will automatically switch the system between AC mode and battery mode. The selected mode is shown on the display. To change the power mode, press + repeatedly.
System Recovery 4 Chapter 4: System Recovery
System Recovery Back up the system recovery files to a USB flash drive 1. 2. The system recovery files can only be backed up during the first-time startup process. Follow the screen instructions to initialize your Eee PC. Connect a USB flash drive to your Eee PC and click make when you come to the step of USB recovery during the first-time startup process. • The size of the connected USB flash drive should be larger than 8GB. • Memory cards and hard disk drives are not supported for this function.
Declarations and Safety Statements Copyright Information Limitation of Liability Service and Support A Appendix
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.
FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. “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.
• Effective use of the radio spectrum as in [Article 3.2] • Radio test suites according to [EN 300 328-2] 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.
CE Mark Warning CE marking for devices without wireless LAN/Bluetooth The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of the EEC directives 2004/108/EC “Electromagnetic compatibility” and 2006/95/ EC “Low voltage directive”. CE marking for devices with wireless LAN/ Bluetooth This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC of the European Parliament and Commission from 9 March, 1999 governing Radio and Telecommunications Equipment and mutual recognition of conformity.
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 Bas Rhin 68 Haut Rhin 70 Haute Saône 71 Saône et Loire 75 Paris 82 Tarn et Garonne 84 Vaucluse 88 Vosges 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.
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 PC 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.
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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.
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