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ASUSTeK COMPUTER, INC. (“ASUS”). Products and corporate names mentioned in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used for identification purposes only.
Using your EeeBox PC ...30 Configuring wireless connection ...30 Configuring wired connection ...31 Bluetooth wireless connection (on selected models) ...35 Configuring audio output via an HDMI device ...37 ASUS Easy Update ...39 TotalMedia Center ...40 Main menu ...40 Game...40 EeeBox PC...
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Contents Movie ...41 Music ...41 Photo ...42 Video ...42 TotalMedia Theater 3 ...43 Recovering your system ...44 Using the hidden partition ...44 Boot Booster ...45 EeeBox PC...
Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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.
RF exposure warning This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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 2483.5 MHz Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446.6 MHz to 2483.5 MHz.
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. Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the...
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REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we publish the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. EeeBox PC...
Safety information Your EeeBox PC is designed and tested to meet the latest standards of safety for information technology equipment. However, to ensure your safety, it is important that you read the following safety instructions. Setting up your system • Read and follow all instructions in the documentation before you operate your system.
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• The power cord or plug is damaged. • Liquid has been spilled into the system. • The system does not function properly even if you follow the operating instructions. • The system was dropped or the cabinet is damaged. •...
And, the environment is protected from any uncontrolled release of harmful chemicals. ASUS works with recycling vendors with the highest standards for protecting our environment, ensuring worker safety, and complying with global environmental laws. Our commitment to recycling our old equipment grows out of our work to protect the environment in many ways.
Notes for this manual To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. WARNING: Vital information that you MUST follow to prevent injury to yourself. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
Warranty card HDMI cable (optional) If the device or its components fail or malfunction during normal and proper use within the warranty period, bring the warranty card to the ASUS Service Center for replacement of the defective components. EeeBox PC Welcome...
Knowing your EeeBox PC Front view Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system. Hard disk LED The hard disk LED blinks when data is being written into or read from the hard disk drive. Power switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the system.
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Slot-in DVD + – RW player The slot-in DVD + – RW player provides a convenient and quick way to write files to a disc. Memory card slot The built-in memory card reader reads MMC/SD/SDHC/ MS/MS Pro cards used in devices like digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs.
Rear view Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system. HD MI E-S ATA Wireless antenna jack The jack is used to connect the supplied wireless antenna to enhance wireless signal reception. USB port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB devices such as keyboards, mouse devices, cameras, and hard disk drives.
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Kensington® Lock port The Kensington® lock port allows the EeeBox to be secured using Kensington® compatible security products. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the EeeBox PC to be removed from a fixed object. Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to...
Power input (DC 19V) The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the PC. To prevent damage to the PC, always use the supplied power adapter. The power adapter may become warm to hot when in use.
Using the wireless antenna The wireless antenna is connected to your EeeBox PC for enhancing wireless signal reception. Do not rotate the wireless antenna to the 180°–270° angle for preventing damage. When the EeeBox PC is installed to a monitor with the VESA mount, the monitor may block and affect the antenna’s signal reception performance.
Setting up the remote control (on selected models) Plug the IR receiver into any of the USB ports on your Eee Box Place the IR receiver on a stable surface. Aim the remote control at the receiver when using the remote. EeeBox PC...
Using the remote control (on selected models) Use the remote to launch the Windows® MCE (Media Center) or control the TotalMedia Center to play media files. Refer to the next page to familiarize yourself with the functions of the remote control buttons.
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Power: Press to turn on/off your PC. Pause: Press to pause a playback. Stop: Press to stop playing a media file. Play: Press to play a media file. Fast-foward: Press to fast-forward a media file. Next track: Press to go to the next track. Information: Press to display program information under the Windows MCE or other menu options.
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Four-way navigation buttons: Press to scroll through menu options. Return: Press to return to the previous page. Windows MCE: Press to open the Windows MCE. Previous track: Press to go back to the previous track. Rewind: Press to rewind a media file. Record: Press to start recording TV.* *The TV function is available in certain areas only.
Positioning your EeeBox PC Installing the stand Erect your EeeBox PC with the supplied stand. To do so: Locate the screw hole on the bottom of the EeeBox PC. Align the stand screw to the PC screw hole, and then secure the stand to the PC with a screw driver.
Installing your EeeBox PC to a monitor You can also install your EeeBox PC to the back of a monitor. To do Secure the VESA mount to your monitor with four screws. To fasten the VESA mount, your monitor must comply with VESA75 or VESA100 standard.
Setting up your EeeBox PC You need to connect peripherals before using your EeeBox PC. Connecting to a display Connect one end of the HDMI/VGA cable to an LCD TV or an LCD monitor ( ) and the other end to the HDMI/Display (Monitor) Output port on the system rear panel ( LCD monitor LCD TV...
Connecting to a network device Connect one end of a network cable to the LAN port on the system rear panel and the other end to a hub or switch. Network cable with RJ-45 connectors Network hub or switch EeeBox PC...
Turning on the system Connect the supplied AC adapter to the DC IN jack on the system rear panel, and then press the power switch on the front panel to turn on the system. • When your EeeBox PC is not in use, unplug the power adapter or switch off the AC outlet to save on power consumption.
Using your EeeBox PC All screenshots in this section are for reference only. Actual screen images may vary with operating systems. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest information. Configuring wireless connection To connect to a wireless network, follow the instructions below: For security concerns, DO NOT connect to an unsecured network.
Configuring wired connection To establish a wired network, follow the instructions below: Using a dynamic IP / PPPoE network connection: Click the network icon with a yellow warning triangle Windows® Notification area and select Open Network and Sharing Center. Click Change adapter settings in the left blue pane.
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Click Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) and click Properties. (Continue the following steps if using PPPoE) Return to the Network and Sharing Center and then click Set up a new connection or network. EeeBox PC Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click...
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Select Connect to the Internet and click Next. Enter your User name and, Password, and Connection name. Click Connect. 11. Click the network icon in the taskbar and click the connection you just created. Select Broadband (PPPoE) and click Next. 10.
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Using a static IP: Repeat the step 1–4 of Using a dynamic IP to start the static IP network configuration. Click Use the following IP address. Enter the IP address, Subnet mask and Gateway from your service provider. If needed, enter the preferred DNS Server address and alternative address.
Bluetooth wireless connection (on selected models) Follow the instructions below to build Bluetooth wireless connection. From Control Panel, go to Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center and then click Change adapter settings in the left blue pane. Right-click Bluetooth Network Connection and select View Bluetooth Network...
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Select a Bluetooth-enabled device from the list and click Next. Enter the Bluetooth security code into your device and start pairing. The paired relationship is successfully built. Click Close to finish the setting. EeeBox PC...
Configuring audio output via an HDMI device If you use your TV with an HDMI connector as an audio output device, connect it to the Home Theater PC and follow the steps below to configure audio settings: Right-click the Volume Mixer icon on the Windows®...
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Check the Front left and right box, and then click Next. Click Finish to exit the speaker setup. EeeBox PC...
ASUS Easy Update ASUS Easy Update is a software tool that automatically detects and downloads the latest BIOS, drivers, and applications for your EeeBox PC. From the Windows® notification area, right-click the ASUS Easy Update icon. Select Schedule to set how often you want to update your system.
TotalMedia Center TotalMedia Center is a complete multimedia center that enhances the enjoyment of your music, photos, videos, and movies. To launch the program, click the TotalMedia Center icon on the desktop. TotalMedia Center is only available on selected models. Main menu The main menu contains five functions including Game, Movie, Music, Photo, and Video.
Movie The Movie function allows you to play DVDs. The built-in optical disk drive and the supported format may vary with models. Music The Music function allows you to listen to music files or audio CDs with visualizations and create playlists for your favorite songs. EeeBox PC...
Photo The Photo function lets you view your photos in a slideshow or apply minor fixes to your photos. Video The Video function allows you to play your video files. EeeBox PC...
TotalMedia Theater 3 TotalMedia Theater 3 allows you to play DVDs. When you insert a DVD into the optical drive, it will begin to play automatically. TotalMedia Theater 3 also supports Youtube DXVA, WMV HD DXVA, MCE plug-in, and playback of video files. •...
DO NOT delete the partition named “RECOVERY.” The recovery partition is created at the factory and cannot be restored by the user if deleted. Take your system to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with the recovery process.
Boot Booster The Boot Booster item in BIOS setup helps shorten your EeeBox PC bootup time. However, you MUST disable this BIOS item before you change any EeeBox PC components or perform system recovery (from hidden partition). Follow the instructions below to disable Boot Booster: Start the system and press <F2>...
Telephone Online support ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address Telephone Web site Technical Support Telephone Support fax Online support ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Web site Online contact Technical Support Component Telephone System/Notebook/Eee/ LCD Telephone Support Fax Online support...