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Asus Eee PC 4G Surf User Manual

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User's Manual
February 2008

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  • Page 1 Eee PC Windows® XP Edition Eee PC 8G Eee PC 4G Eee PC 4G Surf User’s Manual February 2008...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Touchpad Usage ... 3-6 Keyboard Usage ... 3-8 Special Function Keys ... 3-8 First-time Startup ...3-11 Desktop ...3-11 ASUS EeePC Tray Utility ...3-12 Shutdown...3-14 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...
  • Page 3 Contact ... 5-6 Other information ... 5-7 System Recovery ... 5-8 Using the Support DVD ... 5-8 Appendix Declarations and Safety Statements ...A-2 Copyright Information ... A-13 Limitation of Liability ... A-14 Service and Support ... A-14 ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents...

  • Page 5: 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

    The wall outlet differs in type by country. Your Eee PC ships with an adapter compliant with your national standard. The illustration above is for reference only and may not exactly show your specific configuration. Refer to page 3-2 for more details. 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: 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 illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. The keyboard differs for each territory. Chapter 2: Knowing the Parts...
  • Page 13 The left and right buttons below the pad equal to the left and right buttons on a mouse respectively. Scrolling 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

    DO NOT use on soft surfaces such as beds or sofas, 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. ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 16 Eee PC. The reset button is unavailable on Eee PC 4G Surf model. Microphone (Built-in) The built-in mono microphone can be used for skype, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.

  • 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 illustration below 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: Getting Started

    Power System Touchpad Usage Keyboard Usage First-time Startup Desktop ASUS EeePC Tray Utility 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 If there is smoke, burning scent, or extreme heat coming from the AC-DC adapter, seek servicing. Seek servicing if you suspect a faulty AC-DC adapter. You may damage both your battery pack(s) and the Eee PC with a faulty AC-DC adapter. ASUS Eee PC...

  • Page 24: Using Battery Power

    Using Battery Power The Eee PC is designed to work with a removable battery pack. The battery pack consists of a set of battery cells housed together. A fully charged pack will provide several hours of battery life. Additional battery packs are optional and can be purchased separately through an Eee PC retailer.
  • Page 25 DO NOT use emergency shutdown/reset while data is being written or read; doing so can result in loss or destruction of your data. The reset button is unavailable on Eee PC 4G Surf model. ASUS Eee PC until the system shuts...

  • Page 26: Touchpad Usage

    Touchpad Usage 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 Scrolling - Slide you finger up or down on the right side of 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 on the OS taskbar 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

    Some applications would form minimized icons on the OS taskbar. Displays the wireless network connection status Displays the start menu ASUS Eee PC Adjusts the display resolution Displays the network connection status Adjusts the volume Displays USB connction Indicates the power status...

  • Page 32: 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. To disable or enable devices: Right-click the ASUS EeePC Tray Utility icon on the OS taskbar, and the utility shows the available options: Camera Power On: Enable or disable the built-in camera.
  • Page 33 To adjust the display resolution: Right-click the ASUS EeePC Tray Utility icon on the OS taskbar 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.

  • Page 34: Shutdown

    Shutdown Do the following instructions to turn down your Eee PC. Click the start button to display the start menu. Select Turn Off Computer from the list. Select Turn Off to power off your Eee PC. 3-14 Chapter 3: Getting Started...

  • Page 35: Using The Eee Pc

    Network Connection ASUS Update Outlook Express Microsoft® Works Using the Eee PC...

  • Page 36: Network Connection

    Network Connection Configuring a wireless network connection Double-click the crossed wireless network icon taskbar. 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 37 After a connection has been established, the connection is shown on the list. You can see the wireless network icon on the OS taskbar. The wireless connection icon disappears when you press (<Fn> + <F2>) to disable the WLAN function. ASUS Eee PC...

  • Page 38: 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 39 2. Right-click Local Area Connection and select Properties. 3. Highlight Internet Protocol(TCP/IP) and click Properties. 4. Toggle the first option Obtain an IP address automatically and click ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 40 5. Click Create a new connection to start the New Connection Wizard. 6. Click Next. 7. Select Connect to the Internet and click Next. 8. Select Set up my connection manually. Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC...
  • Page 41 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 42 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 43 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 44: 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. 4-10...

  • Page 45: 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 46 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 47: 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 48: 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 49: Microsoft ® Works

    Yes or No and click Next to continue. We commend you select Yes to help improve the quality, reliability and performance of this software. Either Yes or No can lead to the next step. ASUS Eee PC 4-15...
  • Page 50 Select Download and install updates from Microsoft Update when available (Recommend) to keep the software updated and click Finish to complete the initialization. 4-16 Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC...
  • Page 51 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 52 Click File and select Open, or press <Ctrl> + <O>. At the prompt, click Look in and locate your file from the drop- down list. You can also shorten the process by sorting the files by file types. 4-18 Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC...

  • Page 53: 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 54 4-20 Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC...

  • Page 55: Support Dvd & System Recovery

    Support DVD System Recovery Support DVD & System Recovery...

  • Page 56: Support Dvd Information

    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 57: 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. Audio Driver Installs the audio driver.

  • Page 58: Touchpad Driver

    TouchPad Driver Installs the touchpad driver. Click to go to the previous page Chapter 5: Support DVD & System Recovery...

  • Page 59: Utilities Menu

    Ethernet Utility Installs the Ethernet utility. 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 60: Contact

    Contact Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. Chapter 5: Support DVD & System Recovery...

  • Page 61: 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 DVD content Technical support File list ASUS Eee PC...

  • Page 62: System Recovery

    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 hard disk drive is in good working order.
  • Page 63 Press <F10> to save the configuration and reboot the system. Insert the Support DVD into the optical drive. 10. Click ASUS InstAll - Drivers Installation Wizard from the Drivers tab and install all the drivers. It may take some time to reinstall all the drivers. If the screensaver starts, press any key to bring back the installation screen.
  • Page 64 5-10 Chapter 5: Support DVD & System Recovery...

  • Page 65: Appendix

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

  • Page 66: 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 67: Fcc Radio Frequency Interference Requirements

    RF exposure compliance. For operation within 5.15GHz and 5.25GHz frequency ranges, it is restricted to indoor environment, and the antenna of this device must be integral. Max. SAR Measurement (1g) SAR Value: 0.085 W/kg ASUS Eee PC...

  • Page 68: 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 69 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) SAR Value: 0.085 W/kg ASUS Eee PC...

  • Page 70: 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 71 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 72: 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 73: 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 74 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 75 CTR 21 Approval (for Eee PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese ASUS Eee PC A-11...
  • Page 76 Spanish Swedish A-12 Appendix...

  • Page 77: 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 78: 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.

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