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Table of Contents About This User’s Manual ............................................................................... iv Notes for This Manual ...................................................................................... iv Safety Precautions ..............................................................................................v Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts Top Side .............................................................................................................
Chapter 4: Support DVD and System Recovery Support DVD information ........................................................................... 4-2 Running the support DVD......................................................................... 4-2 Drivers menu .................................................................................................. 4-3 Utilities menu ................................................................................................. 4-3 Contact .....................
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.
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. 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 throw the Eee PC in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling.
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 to prolong battery life.
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Top Side Bottom Side Right Side Left Side Front Side Rear Side Keyboard Usage Tablet PC Mode 1 Knowing the Parts
Top Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. The top side may vary in appearance depending on model. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 The keyboard differs for each territory.
1 GPS Antenna (Hidden, optional) The built-in Global Positioning System (GPS) antenna allows you to turn the Eee PC into a mobile navigation device. 2 Built-in Camera 3 Array Microphone (Built-in) The built-in array microphone is more clear and echo-free compared with traditional single microphones. 4 Touchscreen Panel The touchscreen panel allows you to operate your Eee PC using your finger or the touchscreen pen.
Powered ON / Standby mode High battery power (95%–100%) Medium battery power (10%–94%) Low battery power (0%–10%) With Adapter Without Adapter Green ON Off Orange ON Off Orange Blinking Orange Blinking (Powered ON) Off (Standby Mode) Powered OFF 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 Storage Device Indicator The storage device indicator blinks when data is written to or rea
Bottom Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. 1 2 3 4 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 beds or sofas, which may hinder heat dissipation.
3 Embedded Battery Pack The embedded 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 embedded battery pack is replaceable only by trained service personnel.
Right Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. 2 1 3 4 5 6 1 Touchscreen Pen Compartment The touchscreen pen compartment allows storage of the pen used on the touchscreen panel. 2 Antenna Input (optional) The antenna input is for TV frequency signal and allows for use with the provided digital TV antenna. 3 Headphone Output Jack The 1/8” stereo headphone jack (3.5mm) connects the Eee PC’s audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones.
Left Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. 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. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN USE. BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY.
Front Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. 1 1 Memory Card Slot The built-in memory card reader can read MMC/SD/SDHC cards.
Rear Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. 3 4 1 1 2 Kensington® Lock Port 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.
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. The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on model but the functions should remain the same. Follow the icons whenever your hot key locations do not match the manual.
Crossed Speaker Icon (F7): Mutes the speaker. Speaker Down Icon (F8): Decreases speaker volume. 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. Allows you to use a larger portion of the keyboard for cell navigation. Pg Up (↑): Press to scroll up in documents or the web browser.
Tablet PC Mode The following are illustrations for using the tablet PC function. 1. Open the display panel to a 90° angel with both hands. 3. Close down the display panel. ASUS Eee PC 2. Rotate the display panel clockwise and vertically to a 180° angel.
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Powering on your Eee PC First-time Startup Desktop ASUS Eee PC Tray Utility Network Connection 2 Getting Started
Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for using your Eee PC. 1. Connect the AC power adapter 2. Turn ON the Eee PC 2 3 110V -220V 1 • Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Eee PC. You may damage both your battery pack and the Eee PC with a faulty AC-DC adapter.
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: 1. The Welcome message appears. Click Next to continue. 3. Select the time zone you are 4. in and click Next to continue. ASUS Eee PC 2. Select you system settings by specifying the region you are in, the language you use and the keyboard type you use.
5. Click Help protect my PC 6. by turning on Automatic Updates now to get the latest important updates and click Next to continue. 7. Follow the onscreen instructions to register with Microsoft and finish the initialization. Type your computer’s name in the Computer name box and click Next to continue. Desktop There are several shortcuts on the desktop. Double-click them to launch the corresponding applications and enter the specified folders.
ASUS EeePC Tray Utility The preloaded ASUS EeePC Tray utility allows you to turn off some devices to minimize the power consumption and helps you adjust the display resolution easily. Enabling and Disabling Devices To disable or enable devices 1. Right-click the ASUS EeePC Tray Utility icon in the Notification area and the utility shows the available options: Disable WLAN: Turns on and off the wireless LAN connection. Disable Bluetooth: Turns on and off the Bluetooth connection.
Adjusting the display resolution Click the ASUS EeePC Tray Utility icon in the Notification area to adjust the display resolution. Select the resolution based on your needs. The CRT-related options are unavailable when there is no connected external monitors. 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.
Network Connection Configuring a wireless network connection This device contains FCC ID: MSQT91NE785H and IC ID: 3568A-T91NE785H. 1. Double-click the crossed wireless network icon Notification area. in the If the wireless connection icon does not show in the Notification + area. Activate the wireless LAN function by pressing ( + ) before configuring a wireless network connection. 2. Select the wireless access point you want to connect to from the list and click Connect to build the connection.
Local Area Network To establish a wired network, follow the instructions below: Using a dynamic IP: 2-8 1. Right-click the network icon with a yellow warning triangle on the Windows® taskbar and select Open Network Connections. 2. Right-click Local Area Connection and select Properties. 3. Click Internet Protocol 4. (TCP/IP) and click Properties. Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK.
5. Click Create a new 6. connection to start the New Connection Wizard. Click Next. 7. Select Connect to the Internet and click Next. 8. Select Set up my connection manually. 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. 13. Enter your user name and password. Click Connect to connect to the Internet. Using a static IP: 1. Repeat the step 1–3 of Using a dynamic IP to start the static IP network configuration. 2 Click Use the following IP address. 3. Enter the IP address, Subnet mask and Gateway from your service provider. 4. If needed, enter the preferred DNS Server address and alternative address. 5.
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.
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Live Update Blutooth Connection Super Hybrid Engine Eee Storage Microsoft® Office Trial 3 Using the Eee PC
Live Update Live Update is a utility that allows you to update the Eee PC BIOS, drivers, and software in Windows® environment. This utility is pre-loaded in your Eee PC and is also available in the support DVD that comes with the Eee PC package. Live Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Updating the Eee PC through the Internet To update the Eee PC through the Internet: 1.
4. All available updates are listed in the Event tab. Click the check box in front of the update item and click Install Items to start update. 5. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. The Live Update utility is capable of updating itself through the Internet. Always update the utility to avail all its features.
Bluetooth Connection 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. This device contains FCC ID: TLZ-BT253 and IC ID:6100AAWBT250. To connect to a Bluetooth-enabled device 3-4 1. Press + repeatedly until Bluetooth ON or WLAN & Bluetooth ON is shown. 2.
6. Click Next to start setting up the Bluetooth connection. 7. Select a Bluetooth-enabled device from the list and click Next. 8. Enter the Bluetooth security code and start pairing. 9. After the paired relationship is built, select the service you are interested in from the list and click Finish to use the selected service.
Super Hybrid Engine Super Hybrid Engine offers different power modes. The power saving modes control many aspects of your 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 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. The content of the free service provided to you is subject to Eee Storage Web Hard Drive Service Agreement on Eee Storage official website. Eee Storage reserves the rights to modify or discontinue the provided web storage service with or without further notice. Visit the official website for details. To use Eee Storage 1.
3. You can easily drag and drop to upload files onto your free online space. Double-click Setup Your Eee Storage Account information in the Web Storage folder to apply an account and setup a password if you need to use more advanced functions. This set of account and password is also indispensable when you use Eee Storage service with other computer.
Eee Docking Touch Eee Docking Touch contain multiple useful functions. The Eee Docking Touch tool bar is at the top of the desktop. Eee Arena Eee Sharing Eee Xperience Eee Tools Eee Arena Eee Arena Eee Arena allows you to enjoy online entertainment contents including Radio, Live TV and Games, etc. The Eee Arena service contents differ for each territory. Game Park Game Park includes multiple interesting games.
EzMessenger EzMessenger allows you to chat and share files with another Eee PC user under the same network segment. 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. The Ee Storage help file is accessible only when your Eee PC connects to the Internet. Eee Xperience SRS Premium Sound SRS Premium offers the rich and immerse audio experience in any listening environment.
Microsoft® Office Trial Eee PC users can enjoy Microsoft Office Suite free trial for 60 days. Do the following instructions to start the free trial. 1. Ensure that your Eee PC is connected to the Internet and double-click Microsoft Office 60 Day Trial - Online on the desktop. 2. Click TRY NOW. 3. Enter your E-mail address and click SUBMIT. 4. Copy your product key and click the link. 5.
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Support DVD information System Recovery Boot Booster 4 Support DVD and 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.
Drivers menu The Drivers menu shows available device drivers when the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications that the Eee PC supports. Contact 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.
System Recovery Using the Support DVD The Support DVD includes an image of the operating system, installed on your system at the factory. The Support DVD provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores your system to its original working state, provided that your system drive is in good working order. Before using the Support DVD, copy your data files to USB storage devices or to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings (such as network settings). 1.
You will lose all your data during the system recovery. Ensure to back up your important data before recovering your system. 6. After the system recovery is completed, eject the the Support DVD from the optical drive and click OK to restart the Eee PC.
Boot Booster The Boot Booster item in BIOS setup helps shorten your Eee PC bootup time. However, you MUST disable this BIOS item before you change any Eee PC components or perform system recovery (from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition). Follow the instructions below to disable Boot Booster: 1. Start the system and press on bootup to show the POST screen. Press again to enter the BIOS setup.
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.
(Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.) 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.
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.
• This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 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. Eee PC T91 Max. SAR Measurement (1g) AR5B95 (AW-NE785H) 11b: 0.844 W/kg 11g: 0.457 W/kg 11n 20M: 0.
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.
55 Meuse 58 Nièvre 59 Nord 60 Oise 64 Pyrénées Atlantique 61 Orne 66 Pyrénées 63 Puy du Dôme 67 Bas Rhin 68 Haut Rhin 70 Haute Saône 71 Saône et Loire 75 Paris 82 Tarn et Garonne 84 Vaucluse 89 Yonne 90 Territoire de Belfort 88 Vosges 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.
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.
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.
