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E4108 Eee PC User’s Manual Windows® XP Edition Eee PC 1000 Series Eee PC 904 Series Eee PC 901 Series 15G06Q034200 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
Notes for This Manual ................... 1-3 Safety Precautions ..................1-4 Transportation Precautions ..............1-6 Charging Your Batteries ................1-6 Airplane Precautions ................... 1-6 Preparing your Eee PC .................. 1-7 Chapter 2: Knowing the Parts Top Side ......................2-2 Bottom Side ...................... 2-6 Right Side ......................
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Table of Contents Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC Network Connection ..................4-2 Configuring a wireless network connection ........4-2 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...
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The actual bundled applications differ by models and territories. There may be differences between your Eee PC and the pictures shown in this manual. Please accept your Eee PC as being correct. Chapter 1: Introducing the Eee PC Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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. ASUS Eee PC Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. 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.
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Eee PC. circulation such as a carrying bag. DO NOT throw the Eee PC in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. The 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.
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 Your Eee PC may come with either a two or three-prong plug depending on territory.
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MEGA PIXELS 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 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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. The keyboard differs for each territory. Chapter 2: Knowing the Parts Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The Eee PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like that of desktop monitors. Unlike desktop monitors, the LCD panel does not produce any radiation or flickering, so it is easier on the eyes.
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The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Eee PC and recovering from STR. 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.
Orange Blinking Quickly Off less than 10% The Battery Charge Indicator will not light when the battery is removed from your Eee PC. Solid-State disk (SSD)/Hard disk (HDD) Indicator The solid-state disk drive/hard disk drive indicator blinks when data is written to or read from the disk drive.
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.
Right Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. Memory Card Slot The built-in memory card reader can read MMC/SD cards from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs.
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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 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. LAN Port The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port (10/100M bit) supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network.
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.
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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.
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. Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Eee PC is turned ON, as this may result in the loss of working data.
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...
Emergency Shutdown & Reset In case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, there are additional ways to shutdown and reset your Eee PC: Shutdown: Hold the power button until the system shuts down. Reset: Press the reset button Use a pin or a straightened paper clip to press the reset button.
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.
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Or, you can simply double-tap on the item and hold while dragging the item with your fingertip. The following illustrations produce the same results. ASUS Eee PC Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
Multi-finger gesture input Finger gesture Applications OpenOffice Writer/Impress, Two-finger zooming in/out Adobe reader, Photomanager Two-finger scrolling Two-finger zooming in/out - Moving two fingertips apart or together on the touchpad to zoom in or zoom out. This is convenient when viewing photos or reading documents. Zoom in Zoom out Two-finger scrolling - Use two...
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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LCD + CRT Clone mode only supports a maximum resolution of 1024 x 600 pixels. Set your Eee PC to High Performance or Super Performance mode if you want to use a higher resolution with a connected external monitor. Connect an external monitor before booting up the Eee PC.
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Menu with pointer icon : Activates the properties menu and is equivalent to right-clicking the touchpad/mouse on an object. zzZ Icon (F1): Places the Eee PC in suspend mode (Save-to-RAM). Radio Tower (F2): Wireless Models Only: Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth (on selected models) ON or OFF with an on-screen-display.
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LCD + CRT Clone -> LCD + CRT Extend. LCD + CRT Clone mode only supports a maximum resolution of 1024 x 600 pixels. Set your Eee PC to High Performance or Super Performance mode if you want to use a higher resolution with a connected external monitor.
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): Press to move the pointer to the end of the line. 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 3-13 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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 3-15 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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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 3-17 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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.
LCD Compress Mode. When watching videos in LCD Compress Mode, use WinDVD Player instead. 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.
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. 3-20 Chapter 3: Getting Started Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
Network Connection ASUS Update Bluetooth Connection (on selected models) ASUS Instant Key Super Hybrid Engine Eee Storage Video Conferencing Using the Eee PC Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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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 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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. Connect to network before enjoying all the network services and functions in Eee PC.
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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 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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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 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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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 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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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 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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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 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
Select Update BIOS from file from the drop-down menu, then click Next. Locate the BIOS file from the Open window, then click Open. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process. ASUS Eee PC 4-13 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
Click My Bluetooth Places on the desktop and follow the onscreen instructions to finish initialization. Click Next to continue. Name your Eee PC and select To decide the Bluetooth the device type. Click Next to services this device offers, click Next to continue.
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Enter the Bluetooth security code and start pairing. After the paired relationship is built, select the service you are interested in from the list and click Finish to use the selected service. ASUS Eee PC 4-15 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
Locate and select a preferred application for the instant key and click OK. Click EXIT to finish the instant key setup and repeat the previous steps to customize another instant key. 4-16 Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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. ASUS Eee PC 4-17 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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...
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Group Share. This set of account and password is also indispensable when you use Eee Storage service with other computer. ASUS Eee PC 4-19 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
Echo Cancellation are enabled by default.) Doing so eliminates surrounding noise interferences and enhances the quality of the call. To obtain the best voice quality, we recommend you speak right in front of the microphone. 4-20 Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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. System information...
(such as network settings). Connect an external optical drive to your Eee PC and insert the Support DVD into the optical drive (System needs to be powered ON).
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After the system recovery is completed, eject the Support DVD from the optical drive and click OK to restart the Eee PC. Chapter 5: Support DVD & System Recovery Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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.
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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. Eee PC 1000/904 Series Max. SAR Measurement (1g) 802.11b SAR Value: 0.021 W/kg 802.11g SAR Value: 0.023 W/kg 802.11n SAR Value: 0.068 W/kg...
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] •...
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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. Eee PC 1000/904 Series Max. SAR Measurement (1g) 802.11b SAR Value: 0.021 W/kg 802.11g SAR Value: 0.023 W/kg...
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: •...
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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. ASUS Eee PC Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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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.
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(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 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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.
OR (3) SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OR FOR ANY ECONOMIC CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS), EVEN IF ASUS, ITS SUPPLIERS OR YOUR RESELLER IS INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY. Service and Support Visit our multi-language web site at http://support.asus.com ASUS Eee PC A-13 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals...
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