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Windows® XP Edition
Eee PC 900 Series
May 2008

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  • Page 1 Eee PC User’s Manual Windows® XP Edition Eee PC 900 Series May 2008...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Multi-finger gesture input ... 3-7 Keyboard Usage ... 3-8 Special Function Keys ... 3-8 First-time Startup ...3-11 Desktop ...3-14 ASUS EeePC Tray Utility ...3-15 Enabling and Disabling Devices ...3-15 Adjusting the display resolution ...3-16 Shutdown...3-17 Chapter 4: Network Connection ... 4-2 Configuring a wireless network connection ...
  • Page 3 Table of Contents Configuring a network connection ... 4-4 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™ ...4-15 ® Microsoft Works ...4-16 Initializing Microsoft®...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1: Introducing The Eee Pc

    About This User’s Manual Notes for This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing Your Eee PC Introducing the Eee PC...

  • Page 6: About This User's Manual

    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. Introducing the Eee PC Introduces the Eee PC and this User’s Manual.

  • Page 7: Safety Precautions

    (41°F) and 35°C (95°F) DO NOT throw the Eee PC in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. ASUS Eee PC DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the Eee PC.

  • Page 8: Transportation Precautions

    Transportation Precautions To prepare the Eee PC for transport, you should close the display panel to protect the keyboard and display panel. 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.

  • Page 9: Preparing Your Eee Pc

    Your Eee PC may come with either a two or three-prong plug depending on territory. If a three-prong plug is provided, you must use a grounded AC outlet or use a properly grounded adapter to ensure safe operation of the Eee PC. ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 10 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! Chapter 1: Introducing the Eee PC...

  • Page 11: Chapter 2: Knowing The Parts

    Top Side Bottom Side Right Side Left Side Rear Side Knowing the Parts...

  • Page 12: Top Side

    Top Side Refer to the following illustration to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. The keyboard differs for each territory. Chapter 2: Knowing the Parts...
  • Page 13 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad and its buttons comprises a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. Multi-finger gesture input is available to allow easy web and document navigation. ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 14 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. Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator (LED) shows the status of the battery’s power as follows:...

  • Page 15: Bottom Side

    Battery Lock - Spring The spring battery lock keeps the battery pack secure. When the battery pack is inserted, it will automatically lock. When removing the battery pack, this spring lock must be retained in the unlocked position. ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 16 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 battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit.

  • Page 17: Right Side

    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...

  • Page 18: Left Side

    Left Side Refer to the following illustration 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.

  • Page 19: Rear Side

    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. ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 20 2-10 Chapter 2: Knowing the Parts...

  • Page 21: Chapter 3: Getting Started

    Power System Touchpad Usage Keyboard Usage First-time Startup Operating Mode Shutdown Getting Started...

  • Page 22: Power System

    Power System Using AC Power 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.

  • Page 23: Using Battery Power

    Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Eee PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer for use with this model or else damage may occur to the Eee PC. ASUS Eee PC To remove the battery pack:...

  • Page 24: Battery Care

    Battery Care The Eee PC’s battery pack, like all rechargeable batteries, has a limit on the number times it can be recharged. 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).
  • Page 25 Use a pin or a straightened paper clip to press the reset button. DO NOT use emergency shutdown/reset while data is being written or read; doing so can result in loss or destruction of your data. ASUS Eee PC until the system shuts...

  • Page 26: Touchpad Usage

    Touchpad Usage Single-finger gesture input Clicking/Tapping - With the pointer over an item, press the left button or use your fingertip to touch the touchpad lightly, keeping your finger on the touchpad until the item is selected. The selected item will change color. The following 2 illustrations produce the same results.

  • Page 27: Multi-Finger Gesture Input

    Multi-finger gesture input Two-finger scrolling - Use two fingertips to slide up or down on 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. ASUS Eee PC...

  • Page 28: Keyboard Usage

    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.
  • Page 29 Pg Dn ( web browser. Home ( beginning of the line. End ( the line. ASUS Eee PC ): Press to scroll up in documents or the ↑ ): Press to scroll down in documents or the ↓ ← ): Press to move the pointer to the ): Press to move the pointer to the end of →...
  • Page 30 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. 3-10 Chapter 3: Getting Started...

  • Page 31: First-Time Startup

    Follow the wizard instructions to finish the initialization: The Welcome message appears. Click Next to continue. Select you system settings by specifying the region you are in, the language you use and the keyboard type you use. Click Next to continue. ASUS Eee PC 3-11...
  • Page 32 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. 3-12 Chapter 3: Getting Started...
  • Page 33 Next to continue. Type your computer’s name in the Computer name box and click Next to continue. Follow the on-screen instructions to register with Microsoft and finish the initialization. ASUS Eee PC 3-13...

  • Page 34: Desktop

    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. Displays the start menu 3-14 Displays the network connection status Adjusts system volume Displays USB connection Displays the power status...

  • Page 35: Asus Eeepc Tray Utility

    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 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.

  • Page 36: Adjusting The Display Resolution

    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 you select LCD 1024 x 768, move the pointer to scroll up and down the screen.

  • Page 37: Shutdown

    Shutdown Do the following instructions to turn down your Eee PC. Click the start button to display the start menu. Click Turn Off Computer. Select Turn Off to power off your Eee PC. ASUS Eee PC 3-17...
  • Page 38 3-18 Chapter 3: Getting Started...

  • Page 39: Chapter 4: Using The Eee Pc

    Network Connection ASUS Update Outlook Express Skype™ Microsoft® Works StarSuite InterVideo DVD Using the Eee PC...

  • Page 40: Network Connection

    Network Connection Configuring a wireless network connection Double-click the crossed wireless network icon Notification area. If the wireless connection icon does not show on the taskbar. Activate the wireless LAN function by pressing <F2>) before configuring a wireless network connection. Select the wireless access point you want to connect to from the list and click...
  • Page 41 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...

  • Page 42: Configuring A Network Connection

    Configuring a network connection If you want to obtain network access, connect the network cable, with 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.
  • Page 43 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...
  • Page 44 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...
  • Page 45 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...
  • Page 46 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...
  • Page 47 4. If needed, enter the preferred DNS Server address and alternative address. 5. After entering all the related values, click OK to build the network connection. Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) if you have problems connecting to the network. ASUS Eee PC...

  • Page 48: Browsing Web Pages

    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.

  • Page 49: Asus Update

    ASUS Update The ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the Eee PC BIOS in Windows® environment. The ASUS Update utility allows you to: • Save the current BIOS file • Download the latest BIOS file from the Internet •...
  • Page 50 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...

  • Page 51: Updating The Bios Through A Bios File

    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.

  • Page 52: Outlook Express

    Outlook Express The Outlook Express e-mail client allows to import preferences, account settings, address books, and other data from an existing account in your original personal computer or notebook. To launch Outlook Express: Click Start > Programs > Outlook Express. Follow the Wizard to finish a new account setup.

  • Page 53: Skype

    Enter your Skype name and other information to create a new Skype account. If you have already had a Skype account, click Cancel to sign in directly. Enter your Skype Name and Password in the box and click Sign in to start using Skype. ASUS Eee PC Starts Skype 4-15...

  • Page 54: Microsoft ® Works

    Microsoft 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.

  • Page 55: Using Microsoft® Works

    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 4-17...
  • Page 56 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...

  • Page 57: Other Functions

    The Microsoft® Works Projects helps you smartly manage your projects. Microsoft® Works History The history screeen helps you track the history you use the Microsoft® Works software. You can either sort by names, dates, templates or programs. ASUS Eee PC 4-19...

  • Page 58: Starsuite 8

    StarSuite 8 StarSuite 8 is a complete office suite which allows you to edit a document, calculate on a spreadsheet, prepare presentation slides, make charts or sketches, and build your own database. Windows Works are the default applications to open and edit the related documents.
  • Page 59 Scroll down to finish reading the license agreement and click Accept to continue. The Accept button appears dimmed and unavailable before you scroll down the license agreement. Enter your name and click Next to continue. ASUS Eee PC 4-21...
  • Page 60 Click the Check for updates automatically check box to get the online update and click Next to continue. Click an option and click Finish to finish the initialization. The registration is voluntary. 4-22 Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC...

  • Page 61: Starsuite Impress

    From template to create a new presentation slide with a template. If you want to edit an existing file, click Open existing presentation. Click Next to continue You can click Create to skip all the wizard instructions. ASUS Eee PC 4-23...
  • Page 62 For the first time use, the software takes time to initialize the templates. Select a slide design and click Next. Click the Preview check box to preview the slide design. 4-24 Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC...
  • Page 63 Select a slide transition and the presentation type. Click Create to start StarSuite Impress. The main screen appears. You can start preparing your presentation slides with StarSuite Impress. ASUS Eee PC 4-25...

  • Page 64: Starsuite Writer

    StarSuite Writer StarSuite Writer is a convenient word processing application that allows you to create and covert documents, or collaborate with others. Click start > Programs > StarSuite 8 > StarSuite Writer to start StarSuite Writer. StarSuite Calc StarSuite is a spreadsheet program that helps you analyze results, and share data.
  • Page 65 Select an action to proceed after saving the database and click Finish. Select a location to save the database file. StarSuite Database is ready for use. ASUS Eee PC 4-27...

  • Page 66: Intervideo Dvd Xpack

    InterVideo DVD XPack Launching InterVideo DVD XPack Click start > Programs > InterVideo XPack > XPack Mini DVD Player to start the DVD player. The Eee PC package does not include an external optical disk drive. Purchase an optional optical disk drive based on your needs.

  • Page 67: Using Intervideo Dvd Xpack

    XPack Mini DVD Player supports video and audio files in the following format: MPEG 1, MPEG 2, MP3, WAV, WMA, and WMV. The actual supported codecs vary depending on model. ASUS Eee PC 4-29...
  • Page 68 4-30 Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC...
  • Page 69 Support DVD System Recovery Support DVD & System Recovery...

  • Page 70: Chapter 5: 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.

  • Page 71: Drivers Menu

    Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. InstAll - Drivers Installation Wizard Installs all the drivers. ASUS ACPI Driver and Utility Installs ASUS ACPI driver before all the drivers if you are not using InstAll Wizard. Chipset Driver Installs the chipset driver. Graphics Driver Installs the Graphics driver.

  • Page 72: Utilities Menu

    InstAll - Installation Wizard for Utilities Installs all the utilities. ASUS Update The ASUS Update utility allows you to update the Eee PC BIOS in the Windows® environment. This utility requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
  • Page 73 ASUS OS Cleaner Installs ASUS OS cleaner application. Ethernet Utility Installs the Ethernet utility. ADOBE Acrobat Reader Installs the Adobe® Acrobat® Reader that allows you to open, view, and print documents in Portable Document Format (PDF). Skype™ Installs Skype™ application.

  • Page 74: Contact

    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. Click an icon to display the specified information.

  • Page 75: System Recovery

    Select USB:XXXXXX (may be labled as the ODD brand name) to boot from the optical drive. Please select boot device: HDD:SM-ASUS_PHISON_OB SSD HDD:SM-ASUS_PHISON SSD USB:Slimtype DVD ↑ and ↓ to move selection ENTER to select boot device ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 76 Press any key to boot from the optical drive. Press any key to boot from CD... Click OK in the Recovery System for Eee PC dialog. 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.
  • Page 77 After the Windows® XP recovery is completed. Restart the system and press <F2> on bootup to enter the BIOS setup. Go to Advanced and set OS Installation back to [Finished]. 10. Press <F10> to save the configuration and reboot the system. ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 78 5-10 Chapter 5: Support DVD & System Recovery...

  • Page 79: Appendix

    Declarations and Safety Statements Copyright Information Limitation of Liability Service and Support Appendix...

  • Page 80: Declarations And Safety Statements

    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.
  • Page 81 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. Max. SAR Measurement (1g) 802.11b SAR Value: 0.033 W/kg 802.11g SAR Value: 0.055 W/kg ASUS Eee PC...

  • Page 82: Declaration Of Conformity

    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] •...
  • Page 83 Because high power radars are allocated as primary users (meaning they have priority) in 5250-5350 MHz, these radars could cause interference and/or damage to license exempt LAN devices. Max. SAR Measurement (1g) 802.11b SAR Value: 0.033 W/kg 802.11g SAR Value: 0.055 W/kg ASUS Eee PC...

  • Page 84: Wireless Operation Channel For Different Domains

    Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz 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) •...
  • Page 85 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. ASUS Eee PC 61 Orne 63 Puy du Dôme 66 Pyrénées 70 Haute Saône...

  • Page 86: Ul Safety Notices

    UL Safety Notices Required for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connected to a telecommunication network that has an operating voltage to ground that does not exceed 200V peak, 300V peak-to-peak, and 105V rms, and installed or used in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70).

  • Page 87: Power Safety Requirement

    This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment, and mercury- containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. ASUS Eee PC or H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm...
  • Page 88 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.
  • Page 89 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. (Norwegian) (Japanese) ASUS Eee PC A-11...

  • Page 90: Copyright Information

    KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES...

  • Page 91: Limitation Of Liability

    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.
  • Page 92 A-14 Appendix...

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