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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 ..........24 Configuring wireless connection ............24 Configuring wired connection ............25 Using a static IP .................25 Using a dynamic IP (PPPoE connection) ........26 ASUS Easy Update ..................29 Recovering your system ...........30 Using the hidden partition ..............30 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 device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 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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• 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. • The system performance changes. Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
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 Quick start guide 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...
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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Memory card slot The built-in memory card reader reads MMC/SD/SDHC cards used in devices like digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs. USB port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB devices such as keyboards, mouse devices, cameras, and hard disk drives.
Rear view Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system. Wireless antenna jack The jack is used to connect the supplied wireless antenna to enhance wireless signal reception. EeeBox PC...
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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.
Top view Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system. E-SATA E-SATA e-SATA Port External SATA or eSATA allows external connection of Serial-ATA devices originally designed for use inside the computer. It is up to six times faster than existing USB 2.0, & 1394 for external storage solutions and is also hot pluggable using shielded cables and connectors up to two meters.
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. EeeBox PC...
Positioning your EeeBox PC Installing the stand (optional) Erect your EeeBox PC with the optional 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 coin.
Installing your EeeBox PC to a monitor (optional) You can also install your EeeBox PC to the back of a monitor. To do Secure the optional VESA mount to your monitor with four screws (HNM/M4 x 8). 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 VGA cable to an LCD monitor ( ) and the other end to the Display (Monitor) Output port on the system rear panel ( LCD monitor Connecting to USB devices...
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 Configuring wireless connection To connect to a wireless network, follow the instructions below: For security concerns, DO NOT connect to an unsecured network. Otherwise, the transmitted information without encryption might be visible to others. Double-click the crossed wireless network icon on the notification area.
Configuring wired connection To establish a wired network, follow the instructions below: Using a static IP Right-click the network icon on the notification area and select Open Network Connections. Right-click Local Area Connection and select Properties. Hightlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.
Select Use the following IP address. Enter your IP address, Subnet mask and Default gateway. If needed, enter the Preferred DNS server address. After entering all of the related values, click OK to finish the configuration. Using a dynamic IP (PPPoE connection) Repeat Step 1–3 in the previous section.
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Click Next. Select Connect to the Internet and click Next. Select Set up my Select your connection type and click Next. connection manually. Enter your ISP Name and Enter your User name and click Next. Password. Click Next. EeeBox PC...
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10. Click Finish to finish the 11. Enter your user name and configuration. password. Click Connect to connect to the Internet. Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) if you have problems connecting to the network. 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.
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.
+1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Component Telephone +49-1805-010923...