Eee Box PC User Manual Eee Box B2 Series / EB Series...
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Index English .................1 日本語 .................4� � Eee Box PC...
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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 ..................0 Main menu ..................0 Eee Box PC...
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Contents Game.....................0 Movie ....................1 Music .....................1 Photo .................... Video ..................... TotalMedia Theater 3 ................3 Recovering your system ...........44 Using the hidden partition .............. Boot Booster .....................5 Eee Box 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 0 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 . GHz band (00 MHz–83.5 MHz) • 100mW for frequencies between 6.5 MHz and 83.5 MHz Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 6.6 MHz to 83.5 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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Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. 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. Eee Box PC...
Safety information Your Eee Box 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 •...
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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.
HDMI cable (optional) adapter (optional) (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. Eee Box PC...
Knowing your Eee Box 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/ MS/MS Pro 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. Eee Box 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 .0, & 139 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 Eee Box PC for enhancing wireless signal reception. Do not rotate the wireless antenna to the 180°–70° angle for preventing damage. Eee Box PC...
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. Eee Box PC...
Using the remote control (on selected models) Use the remote control the TotalMedia Center to play media files. Refer to the next page to familiarize yourself with the functions of the remote control buttons. Eee Box PC...
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LED indicator: Lights up red when you press a button. Power: Press to toggle between on and standby mode. 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.
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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. Eee Box PC...
Positioning your Eee Box PC Installing the stand Erect your Eee Box PC with the supplied stand. To do so: Locate the screw hole on the bottom of the Eee Box PC. Align the stand screw to the PC screw hole, and then secure the stand to the PC with a coin.
Installing your Eee Box PC to a monitor You can also install your Eee Box PC to the back of a monitor. To do Secure the VESA mount to your monitor with four screws (HNM/ M x 8). To fasten the VESA mount, your monitor must comply with VESA75 or VESA100 standard.
Setting up your Eee Box PC You need to connect peripherals before using your Eee Box 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 Eee Box 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 Eee Box 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 in the Windows® Notification area and select Open Network and Sharing Center.
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Click Internet Protocol Click Obtain an IP address Version 4(TCP/IPv4) and automatically and click 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. Eee Box PC...
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Select Connect to the Select Broadband (PPPoE) Internet and click Next. and click Next. 10. Click Close to finish the Enter your User name and, Password, and Connection configuration. name. Click Connect. 11. Click the network icon 1. Enter your user name and in the taskbar and click password.
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Using a static IP: Repeat the step 1– 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. Eee Box 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. Eee Box 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. Eee Box 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. Eee Box 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>...
+1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-555 Web site usa.asus.com Technical Support Telephone +1-81-8-787 Support fax +1-81-8-0883 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 1-3, D-0880 Ratingen, Germany +9-10-959911 Web site www.asus.de Online contact www.asus.de/sales Technical Support Component Telephone +9-1805-01093...
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EeeBox PC ユーザーマニュアル EeeBox B2 Series / EB Series...
ご注意 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.
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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.
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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 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.
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Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. 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...
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(電気 ・ 電子機器の 特定の化学物質の含有表示方法) 」 です。 なお、 この規格は2008年 8月1日より適用されます。 この規格に関する詳細情報は巻末の表、 またはASUSのサイト (http://green.asus.com/english/) に記載の 「The marking when content other than exemption does not exceed reference value of percentage content (電気 ・ 電子機器の特定の化学物質の含有 表示方法) 」 をご参照ください。...
TotalMedia Center TotalMedia Center は完全型マルチメディアセンターです。 音楽や 写真、 ビデオ、 映画等をお楽しみください。 プログラムを起動するには、 デスク トップ上の TotalMedia Center アイコンをクリックします。 TotalMedia Center は特定モデルのみのサポートです。 Main menu メインメニューにはGame、 Movie、 Music、 Photo、 Videoの機能が あります。 使用する機能のアイコンをクリックします。 Game 各種ゲームをお楽しみください。 EeeBox PC...