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E4176
Eee PC
Hardware Manual
Eee PC 701SD Series
September 2008

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  • Page 1 E4176 Eee PC Hardware Manual Eee PC 701SD Series September 2008...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introducing the Eee PC About This User’s Manual ................1-2 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 ......................
  • Page 3 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) ...... A-15 CTR 21 Approval(for Eee PC with built-in Modem) ....... A-16 GNU General Public License ..............A-18 Copyright Information ................A-29 Limitation of Liability ................. A-30 Service and Support ................... A-30 ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1: 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: Notes For This Manual

    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...

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Eee PC. Follow all precautions and instructions. Except as described in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on or near the surface.
  • Page 9 Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. ASUS Eee PC...

  • Page 10: 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 11: Preparing Your Eee Pc

    Your Eee PC may come with either a two or three-prong plug depending on territory. If a three-prong plug is provided, you must use a grounded AC outlet or use a properly grounded adapter to ensure safe operation of the Eee PC. ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 12 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 13: Chapter 2: Knowing The Parts

    Top Side Bottom Side Right Side Left Side Rear Side Knowing the Parts...

  • Page 14: 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 15 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad and its buttons comprises a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. Scrolling is available to allow easy web and document navigation. ASUS Eee PC...

  • Page 16: Power Indicator

    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 17: 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 18 Battery Lock - Spring The spring battery lock keeps the battery pack secure. When the battery pack is inserted, it will automatically lock. When removing the battery pack, this spring lock must be retained in the unlocked position. 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.

  • Page 19: 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 20: 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 21: 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 22 2-10 Chapter 2: Knowing the Parts...

  • Page 23: Chapter 3: Getting Started

    Power System Touchpad Usage Keyboard Usage First Run Wizard Operating Mode Shutdown Getting Started...

  • Page 24: 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 25 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 26: 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 provides your Eee PC a few hours of working power, but the actual figure varies depending on your general work habits, the CPU, system memory size, and the size of the display panel.

  • Page 27: Battery Care

    Eee PC: Hold the power button until the system shuts down. DO NOT use emergency shutdown/reset while data is being written or read; doing so can result in loss or destruction of your data. ASUS Eee PC...

  • Page 28: Power Mode

    Power Mode Your Eee PC is equipped with a smart power system. The power- saving Battery mode lowers down the CPU frequency and decreases the power consumption to maximize the battery life. The AC mode enables the CPU to run at the full speed and to obtain the best performance.

  • Page 29: Touchpad Usage

    If the interval between the clicks or taps is too long, the operation will not be executed. The following 2 illustrations produce the same results. ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 30 Dragging - Dragging means to pick up an item and place it anywhere on the screen you wish. You can move the pointer over the item you select, and while keeping the left button depressed, moving the pointer to the desired location, then release the button. Or, you can simply double-tap on the item and hold while dragging the item with your fingertip.

  • Page 31: Keyboard Usage

    Sun Up Icon (F4): Increases the display brightness. LCD/Monitor Icons (F5): Toggles between the Eee PC’s LCD display and an external monitor in this series: LCD Only -> CRT Only (External Monitor) -> LCD + CRT Clone -> LCD + CRT Extend. ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 32 Dual display mode does not work in 256 Colors, and supports a resolution of 800 x 480 pixels only. Connect an external monitor before booting up the Eee PC. Task Manager Icon (F6): Initiates the Task Manager to view the application process or terminates applications.

  • Page 33: Adjust The Window

    Hold <Alt> and the touchpad left button to turn the pointer into a cross arrow. Use the other finger to move on the touchpad, dragging and placing the window as desired. ASUS Eee PC 3-11...

  • Page 34: First Run Wizard

    First Run Wizard For the first time you start your Eee PC, the First Run Wizard will launch automatically and lead you through setting up your preferences and some basic information. Follow the wizard instructions to finish the initiation. Toggle I agree with this license and click Next to continue.
  • Page 35 Adjust the correct date and your local time. Click Next to continue. After you complete all the wizard instructions, click Finish to restart the system, or click Back to make changes. ASUS Eee PC 3-13...

  • Page 36: Operating Mode

    Operating Mode The system is designed with an operating mode that is function- oriented and clearly divides functions into six categories, Internet, Work, Learn, Play, Settings, Favorites. The lucid desktop categorization is convenient for first-time users to operate this Eee PC and enables sophisticated users to more easily locate and initiate applications.

  • Page 37: Appendix

    Trademark Statements Qualified Vendor List Declarations and Safety Statements GNU General Public License Copyright Information Limitation of Liability Service and Support Appendix...

  • Page 38: Trademark Statements

    Trademark Statements Google Talk service and its logos are trademarks of Google Inc.. GroupWise service and its logos are trademarks of Novell Inc.. MSN service and its logos are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. QQ service and its logos are trademarks of Tencent Inc.. Yahoo! service and its logos are trademarks of Yahoo! Inc..

  • Page 39: Qualified Vendor List

    Qualified Vendor List The Linux-based Eee PC may not support all PC peripherals. Visit our ASUS website (http://support.asus.com) for the latest qualified vendor list before you purchase peripherals for your Eee PC. Bluetooth Adapter Devices Type Model USB1.1 OMIZ Bluetooth V2.0 Dongle USB2.0...
  • Page 40 Fast Ethernet Unmanaged Switch/Hub Adapter Type Model Alpha AFH-805T TP-Link TL-HP5MU Switch ASUS GIGAX1105N ASUS GIGAX1108N NETGEAR FS608 Router D-Link DI-704P Netcore 615GR Flash Memory Card Reader/Writer Type Model USB 2.0 ASIA All in1 Card Reader GL816 6in1 Card Reader...
  • Page 41 Mobil BOX Newman NM-3000 Newman NW USB2006 Seagate 4ME0FTCP Zynet D2-U2FW USB Flash Disk Type Model USB1.1 ASUS AI-Flash 2 USB 2.0 UNIS USB2.0 1G Adata 2.0G Adata 4.0G PQI 4.0G KingSton 1.0G KingSton 2.0G SanDisk 2.0G USB Flash Disk...
  • Page 42 Wireless Lan Access Point Type Model Normal TP Link TL-WR841N ASUS WL 500g ASUS WL 520g ASUS WL 566GM ASUS WL 530g D-Link DI 624 D-Link DIR-635 Linksys WRT300N Appendix...

  • Page 43: Declarations And Safety Statements

    Use only shielded cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment. You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment. ASUS Eee PC...

  • Page 44: Fcc Radio Frequency (Rf) Exposure Caution Statement

    (Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.) FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

  • Page 45: Declaration Of Conformity(R&Tte Directive 1999/5/Ec

    RF exposure compliance. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause interference and • This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 46 To prevent radio interference to the licensed service (i.e. co-channel Mobile Satellite systems) this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. 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.

  • Page 47: Wireless Operation Channel For Different Domains

    09 Ariège 11 Aude 12 Aveyron 16 Charente 24 Dordogne 25 Doubs 26 Drôme 32 Gers 36 Indre 37 Indre et Loire 41 Loir et Cher 45 Loiret 50 Manche 55 Meuse 58 Nièvre 59 Nord ASUS Eee PC A-11...
  • Page 48 60 Oise 61 Orne 63 Puy du Dôme 64 Pyrénées Atlantique 66 Pyrénées 67 Bas Rhin 68 Haut Rhin 70 Haute Saône 71 Saône et Loire 75 Paris 82 Tarn et Garonne 84 Vaucluse 88 Vosges 89 Yonne 90 Territoire de Belfort 94 Val de Marne This requirement is likely to change over time, allowing you to use your wireless LAN card in more areas within France.

  • Page 49: Ul Safety Notices

    Do not use power adapters or batteries from other devices to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. Use only UL certified power adapters or batteries supplied by the manufacturer or authorized retailers. ASUS Eee PC A-13...

  • Page 50: Power Safety Requirement

    Power Safety Requirement Products with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved power cords greater than or equal to: H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm or H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm 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.

  • Page 51: Nordic Lithium Cautions (For Lithium-Ion Batteries

    Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant. ADVARSEL! Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av Norwegian batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner. Japanese ASUS Eee PC A-15...

  • Page 52: Ctr 21 Approval(For Eee Pc With Built-In Modem

    CTR 21 Approval (for Eee PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese A-16 Appendix...
  • Page 53 Spanish Swedish ASUS Eee PC A-17...

  • Page 54: Gnu General Public License

    GPL licensed software, including any scripts to control compilation and installation of the object code. All future firmware updates will also be accompanied with their respective source code. For more information on how you can obtain our open source code, visit our website (http://support.asus.com.tw/download/). A-18 Appendix...
  • Page 55 You must make sure that they, too, receive or can get the source code. And you must show them these terms so they know their rights. ASUS Eee PC A-19...
  • Page 56 We protect your rights with two steps: (1) copyright the software, and (2) offer you this license which gives you legal permission to copy, distribute and/or modify the software. Also, for each author's protection and ours, we want to make certain that everyone understands that there is no warranty for this free software.
  • Page 57 License. (Exception: if the Program itself is interactive but does not normally print such an announcement, your work based on the Program is not required to print an announcement.) ASUS Eee PC A-21...
  • Page 58 These requirements apply to the modified work as a whole. If identifiable sections of that work are not derived from the Program, and can be reasonably considered independent and separate works in themselves, then this License, and its terms, do not apply to those sections when you distribute them as separate works.
  • Page 59 Program (or any work based on the Program), you indicate your acceptance of this License to do so, and all its terms and conditions for copying, distributing or modifying the Program or works based on it. ASUS Eee PC A-23...
  • Page 60 6. Each time you redistribute the Program (or any work based on the Program), the recipient automatically receives a license from the original licensor to copy, distribute or modify the Program subject to these terms and conditions. You may not impose any further restrictions on the recipients' exercise of the rights granted herein.
  • Page 61 Our decision will be guided by the two goals of preserving the free status of all derivatives of our free software and of promoting the sharing and reuse of software generally. ASUS Eee PC A-25...
  • Page 62 NO WARRANTY 11. BECAUSE THE PROGRAM IS LICENSED FREE OF CHARGE, THERE IS NO WARRANTY FOR THE PROGRAM, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW. EXCEPT WHEN OTHERWISE STATED IN WRITING THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND/OR OTHER PARTIES PROVIDE THE PROGRAM "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
  • Page 63 Gnomovision version 69, Copyright (C) year name of author Gnomovision comes with ABSOLUTELY NO WARRANTY; for details type `show w'. This is free software, and you are welcome to redistribute it under certain conditions; type `show c' for details. ASUS Eee PC A-27...
  • Page 64 The hypothetical commands `show w' and `show c' should show the appropriate parts of the General Public License. Of course, the commands you use may be called something other than `show w' and `show c'; they could even be mouse-clicks or menu items-- whatever suits your program.

  • Page 65: 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 66: 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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