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  • Page 1 Eee PC User’s Manual Eee PC 900HD Series August 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 Media Player ....................4-30 Music Manager ....................4-31 Photo Manager ....................4-32 Video Manager ....................4-32 Webcam ......................4-33 Sound Recorder...................4-33 Games ......................4-33 Settings ......................4-34 Desktop Mode .....................4-34 Anti-Virus .......................4-35 Volume ......................4-35 Instant Shutdown ..................4-36 Printers ......................4-36 System Info ....................4-37 Date & Time ....................4-37 ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 4 Personalization ....................4-38 Add/Remove Software ................4-38 Touchpad .......................4-42 Disk Utility .....................4-42 Diagnostic Tools ..................4-43 Add/Remove Keyboard ................4-45 Voice Command (in selected territories) ..........4-47 EeeAP ......................4-48 Task Manager ....................4-49 Favorites ......................4-50 Customize ......................4-50 Chapter 5: System Recovery System Recovery .................... 5-2 Using Hidden Partition ................5-2 Using the Recovery DVD ................

  • 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 your Eee PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to the connectors. The hard disk drive’s head retracts when the power is turned OFF to prevent scratching of the hard disk surface during transport.

  • 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 following illustration 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. Multi-finger gesture input 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 following illustration 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-time Startup 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: Using Battery Power

    Eee PC retailer. Remember to fully charge the battery (8 hours or more) before first use and whenever it is depleted to prolong battery life. The battery reaches its maximum capacity after a few full charging and discharging cycles. ASUS Eee PC...

  • Page 26: Installing And Removing The Battery Pack

    Installing and Removing the Battery Pack Your Eee PC may not have its battery pack installed. If not, use the following procedures to install the battery pack. To install the battery pack: To remove the battery pack: • Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Eee PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer for use with this model or else damage may occur to the Eee PC.

  • Page 27: Battery Care

    DO NOT short circuit the contacts, and DO NOT disassemble the battery. If there is any abnormal operation or damage to the battery pack caused by impact, turn OFF the Eee PC and contact an authorized service center. ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 28 Emergency Shutdown & Reset In case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, there are additional ways to shutdown and reset your Eee PC: Shutdown: Hold the power button until the system shuts down. Reset: Press the reset button Use a pin or a straightened paper clip to press the reset button.

  • 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: Multi-Finger Gesture Input

    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

    LCD Only -> CRT Only (External Monitor) -> LCD + CRT Clone -> LCD + CRT Extend. Task Manager Icon (F6): Initiates the Task Manager to view the application process or terminates applications. Crossed Speaker Icon (F7): Mutes the speaker. ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 32 Speaker Down Icon (F8): Decreases speaker volume. Speaker Up Icon (F9): Increases the speaker volume. Num Lk (F11): Toggles the numeric keypad (number lock) ON and OFF. Allows use of a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering. Scr Lk (F12): Toggles the “Scroll Lock” ON and OFF.

  • Page 33: First Run Wizard

    Follow the wizard instructions to finish the initiation. Toggle I agree with this license and click Next to continue. Select your keyboard type and click Next to continue. Enter your User Name. Click Next to continue. ASUS Eee PC 3-11...
  • Page 34 Enter your Password and enter again to confirm the password. Click Next to continue. Click the box before Log me in automatically when system starts up if you want to log in without entering your password. Doing so will allow people to access your computer without permission.

  • Page 35: Operating Mode

    Notification area. Or, click Instant Shutdown from the Settings tab and select Shutdown. Or, press the power switch of the Eee PC directly. Select Shut Down from the dialog box. Select OK to proceed. ASUS Eee PC 3-13...
  • Page 36 3-14 Chapter 3: Getting Started...

  • Page 37: Chapter 4: Using The Eee Pc

    Internet Work Learn Play Settings Favorites Using the Eee PC...

  • Page 38: Internet

    Internet Configuring a wireless network connection Press (<Fn> + <F2>) to activate the wireless LAN function. Click Wireless Networks from Internet tab. Select the wireless access point you want to connect to from the list and click Connect to build the connection.
  • Page 39 (<Fn> + <F2>). Activate the wireless LAN function before configuring a wireless network connection. Right-click the wireless signal bar in the Notification area to quickly Connect to another network, Create new connection, or browse All Network Connections. ASUS Eee PC...

  • Page 40: 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 41 4. Select the hardware that you want to use to make your connection and click Next. 5. Toggle the first option Dynamic IP address (DHCP) and click Next. 6. Enter a name for this connection and click Next. ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 42 7. Click Finish to apply the settings or click Back to make changes. Click the box before Connect automatically at system startup or before the box Start this connection when finished based on your needs. Using a static IP: 1. Repeat the step 1–4 of Using a dynamic IP to start the static IP network configuration.
  • Page 43 Next to proceed directly. 6. Enter a name for this connection and click Next. 7. Click Finish to apply the settings or click Back to make changes. Contact your service provider if you have problem connecting to the internet. ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 44 Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE) Repeat the step 1–2 of Using a static IP to start the PPPoE network configuration. Select the type of connection you are using and click Next. Select the hardware that you want to use to make your connection and click Next.

  • Page 45: Wireless Point-To-Point Protocol Over Ethernet

    Next. Select the hardware that you want to use to make your connection and click Next. Click the Browse Wireless Networks button to search for the network point you would like to connect. ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 46 Enter the wireless channel information from your service provider and click Next. Set the encryption information for the wireless connection and click Next. Enter your user name and password and click Next. Enter a name for this connection and click Next. Click Finish to apply the settings or click Back to make changes.

  • Page 47: Browsing Web Pages

    Launches the Mozilla Firefox web browser 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. If you think the browser font size too small to read, go to View >...

  • Page 48: Accessing E-Mail

    Accessing E-mail Select Web Mail to display the webmail accesses, including Gmail, Hotmail, Yahoo Mail, and AOL Mail. Select your e-mail service provider and click it to link to the webmail homepage. If you do not use any of the displayed e-mail provider, click the Back to Internet tab button and select Web to log onto your own e-mail account.

  • Page 49: Controlling Your Eee Pc Afar

    Click Accept from to set up the Eee PC you want to connect. Enter an Authentication code and click Connect. DO NOT click the Ask whenever receives connection request box if you want to freely connect to this Eee PC. ASUS Eee PC 4-13...
  • Page 50 The Eee Connect icon appears in the Notification area. Repeat the step 1–2 on another Eee PC to generate another account and click Connect to. Enter the account you want to connect and the authentication code, then click Connect. If you click the Ask whenever receives connection request box on the other Eee PC, you would need to wait for the permission.

  • Page 51: Using Web Storage

    Visit the official website for details. To use Eee Storage Click Web Storage from the Internet tab and read the service agreement before click Yes to continue. Ensure that your Eee PC is connected to the Internet. ASUS Eee PC 4-15...
  • Page 52 You can easily drag and drop to upload files onto your free online space. Double-click Setup Account.sh to apply an account and setup a password if you need to use more advanced functions such as Group Share. This set of account and password is also indispensable when you use Eee Storage service...

  • Page 53: Using Eee Download

    Using Eee Download Eee Download offers various software applications, and multimedia enjoyment online. Visit Eee Download website (http://eeedownload. asus.com) for more details. Connects to Eee Download website. Preview is unavailable. You need to download the software applications or multimedia files before enjoying them.

  • Page 54: Chatting With Friends

    Chatting with friends Select Messenger from the Internet tab and the Welcome to Pidgin screen displays. Press the Add button to configure your instant messaging account. Select an instant messaging service you are using from the drop-down list and fill out your password along with other necessary information to login your account.

  • Page 55: Work

    Starts the spreadsheet Starts the word to perform calculation processor to edit and manage documents information . If you have problems using these applications, click Help on the top right corner and select Work tab for detailed instructions. ASUS Eee PC 4-19...

  • Page 56: Accessing Files

    Accessing files The following example describes how to locate and open your document from the connected external storage device: Double-click Documents to start OpenOffice.org Writer. On the File menu, click Open, or press <Ctrl> + <O>. At the prompt, click My Home on the left and double-click D: to enter.
  • Page 57 Double-click the folder to display the files within. Select the desired file, and click OK to open. After the file is opened, you can start editing your document and doing your job. For other office applications, follow the general steps above to access files. ASUS Eee PC 4-21...
  • Page 58 Mail The Mozilla Thunderbird 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. Follow the Account Wizard for new account setup. Starts the Mozilla Thunderbird e-mail client. Contact your service provider If you do not know the incoming and outgoing server address of your e-mail account.

  • Page 59: Management Software

    To locate and open your file: 1. Connect your USB flash memory disk or USB portable hard disk drive containing desired data to your Eee PC. 2. Highlight and select Open in File Manager at the prompt. ASUS Eee PC 4-23...
  • Page 60 3. All the files and folders in your USB external storage device are shown in the right pane. Locate the desired file and double-click it to open. • Use the directory tree in the left pane to locate files more quickly if numerous folders are listed.

  • Page 61: Checking The World Clock

    Select World Clock to start the KDE world clock software. Major cities and territories are marked on the map in black. When you move the pointer over the map, the screen automatically displays the city name and its local time wherever you leave the pointer. ASUS Eee PC 4-25...

  • Page 62: Calculator And Screen Capture

    Calculator and Screen Capture The bundled accessories, Calculator and Screen Capture, are convenient and easy to use. Click Accessories to start using the following applications. Runs the Screen Opens the calculator. capture application. Press (<Fn> + <Prt Sc>) to initiate the screen capture tool directly and capture the full screen.

  • Page 63: Learn

    Click any wanted element and know more. 2. Planetarium projects and simulates the motions of the heavenly bodies, and marks constellations with latitude and longitude. Opens the interactive Periodic table. Loads Planetarium. ASUS Eee PC 4-27...

  • Page 64: Language

    Language Several English learning games are included in Language, providing entertaining exercises for English typing and spelling. Starts the typing practice tool. Starts the vocabulary spelling game. Starts the Hangman game. Math Study fractions with your personal tutor in Eee PC. Fraction Tutorial clearly demonstrates and teaches you fractions.

  • Page 65: Paint

    Starts Tux Paint. Web Learn This is a shortcut to Skoool. Double-click the item to link to Skoool interactive learning site (www.skoool.com). Click your own country or the country you would like to visit and enter. ASUS Eee PC 4-29...

  • Page 66: Play

    ASUS Eee PC supports video and audio files in the following format: wmv, wma, mp3 format. The actual supported codecs vary depending on model. 4-30...

  • Page 67: Music Manager

    Closing the main window only minimizes the music manager in the Notification area. Quit the music manager by clicking Actions > Quit. • All rights of the built-in music samples are reserved by Michelle Chen. Unauthorized copy, reproduction, broadcasting and public performance are prohibited. ASUS Eee PC 4-31...

  • Page 68: Photo Manager

    Photo Manager Manage, view, and edit image files with the Photo Manager. Photo Manager supports image files in PNG, JPG, TIF, TIFF, GIF, BMP, XPM, PPM, PNM, XCT, PCX format. Video Manager Starts Photo Manager. 4-32 Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC...

  • Page 69: Webcam

    Webcam Click Webcam and start video recording or image capture. Activates Webcam. Sound Recorder Allows you to record a sound clip. Initiates Sound Recorder. Games Select an available game and have fun. ASUS Eee PC 4-33...

  • Page 70: Settings

    Connect an external monitor before booting up the Eee PC. If you have installed Windows XP to your Eee PC, right-click the ASUS Eee PC Utility icon in the Notification area to adjust the display resolution.

  • Page 71: Anti-Virus

    Eee PC. Click to start the anti-virus application. Volume Click the speakers icon to open the control panel. Adjust the system volume and balance by moving the sliders. Click to adjust the volume. ASUS Eee PC 4-35...

  • Page 72: Instant Shutdown

    Instant Shutdown Click Instant Shutdown and select an action from the dialog box shown below. You can activate the task manager, put the system in standby, restart, or shut down the system. Printers To setup your printer, double-click Printers and press Add to add a new printer.

  • Page 73: System Info

    System Info This option displays the system information of your Eee PC. The displayed system information differs depending on model. Date & Time Adjusts the system date and time of your Eee PC. ASUS Eee PC 4-37...

  • Page 74: Personalization

    Personalization Select Personalization to renew your information or change your preferences. Add/Remove Software You can download and install software from our server with network access. Follow the instructions below to install software. You can remove the software you install from our server later when they are no longer needed.
  • Page 75 Click OK to confirm the installation. Your Eee PC starts the download and installs/updates the selected software from the server. ASUS Eee PC 4-39...

  • Page 76: Bios Update

    BIOS update To update the BIOS: DO NOT shut down or reset the system or unplug the power cord while updating the BIOS! Doing so would cause the system boot failure! Ensure you are connected to a network. Go to Settings > Add/Remove Software. Click the Settings tab on the top to switch the category.
  • Page 77 Updates icon in the Notification area and select Check for Updates to manually search for the latest available updates. Settings Right-click the Software Updates icon in the Notification area and select Preferences to customize your preferred configurations. ASUS Eee PC 4-41...

  • Page 78: Touchpad

    Touchpad Edit your touchpad preferences by clicking Touchpad. You can adjust all touchpad settings. Disk Utility Selecting Disk Utility allows you to check your Eee PC disk condition including total disk space, the used space, and the remaining space. Click the tabs to switch the displayed disk drive.

  • Page 79: Diagnostic Tools

    System Info. Click the System Info. button on the left to display the system information. Click the Details button on the top to switch between system information summary and details The system information varies depending on model. ASUS Eee PC 4-43...
  • Page 80 If you can't find a solution to your problem after the system test, you can visit our support website or click Send Feedback with System Log to send the test log to ASUS support team. Our technical personnel would help you with the problems.

  • Page 81: Add/Remove Keyboard

    To switch to the keyboard you use Click Settings and click Add/Remove Keyboard The keyboard in the right pane is the current keyboard definition in use. Select your preferred keyboard in the left pane and click Add to add. ASUS Eee PC 4-45...
  • Page 82 Select the newly-added keyboard in the right pane and click Set as Default to set it as your default keyboard definition. Click OK to complete the configuration. After you have customized the keyboard settings, the keyboard definition is switched to the newly-added language keyboard. Click the flag icon in the Notification area to quickly switch the keyboard if needed.

  • Page 83: Voice Command (In Selected Territories)

    Dr. E appears to teach you how to use the VoiceCommand function. Dr. E hides after a period of time. Click the VoiceCommand icon in the Notification area or press <F10> to call Dr. E when needed. ASUS Eee PC 4-47...

  • Page 84: Eeeap

    EeeAP EeeAP allows you to connect to EeeAP wireless network easily. Click to start EeeAP. Click EeeAP to start the EeeAP Setup Wizard. The setup wizard detects the nearby EeeAP wireless access point and obtains SSID and password automatically. Click Connect to build the connection.

  • Page 85: Task Manager

    We do not recommend you use Task Manager to stop the applications that are working on your important data. Or, back up your important data before using Task Manager. ASUS Eee PC 4-49...

  • Page 86: Favorites

    Favorites Click to link to Click to link to ASUS website for ASUS VIP and give the latest product suggestions. information. Customize Customize your favorites on the Favorites tab. Click Customize and start to add or remove your favorites. From the available favorites list in...

  • Page 87: Chapter 5: System Recovery

    System Recovery System Recovery...

  • Page 88: Using Hidden Partition

    System Recovery There are three ways to perform the system recovery. Refer to the following sections for details. The OS image file bundled in the Recovery DVD may be not the latest version. After the system recovery, use the Add/Remove Software in the Settings tab to update your OS.

  • Page 89: Using The Recovery Dvd

    Ready. Uncompressing Linux... Ok, booting the kernel. Waiting 5 Sec Ready to image Eee PC using build 2008.03.05_21.08. Enter "yes" to continue, anything else to reboot. When the recovery is completed, press <Enter> to reboot the system. ASUS Eee PC...

  • Page 90: Using Usb Flash Disk

    Connect your USB flash disk (size larger than 1GB) to another PC/NB (bundled with Windows XP or later version) and insert the Support CD to that PC/NB at the same time. Click Utilities on the left and select ASUS Linux USB Flash Utility. Select Copy Eee PC image files to USB flash and make it bootable.
  • Page 91 Click Yes to continue. The system starts formatting your USB flash disk. A dialog box appears. Follow the instructions to eject the USB disk and replug it to your PC/NB. Click Retry to continue. Click OK to complete the process. ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 92 Connect the USB flash disk to your Eee PC. Restart the system and press <ESC> on bootup and the Please select boot device screen appears. Select USB:XXXXXX (may be labeled as the USB flash brand name) to boot from the USB flash disk drive.
  • Page 93 Connect your USB flash disk to another PC/NB and insert the Support CD to that PC/NB at the same time. Click Utilities on the left and select ASUS Linux USB Flash Utility. Select Format the USB flash disk back to Windows format (FAT16) and click Run.
  • Page 94 Chapter 5: System Recovery...

  • Page 95: Chapter 6: Installing Windows

    Preparing to Install Windows® XP Installing Windows® XP Support CD Information ® Installing Windows...
  • Page 96 • The official Windows® XP Service Pack 2 disc from Microsoft® • A USB flash disk (size larger than 1GB) or external hard disk drive • ASUS Eee PC support CD The older version of Windows® OS does not support USB DVD- ROM.
  • Page 97 Windows® XP OS setup. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation process. After entering Windows, insert the Support CD to the USB DVD/CD-ROM and click InstAll - Drivers Installation Wizard to install all drivers. ASUS Eee PC...

  • Page 98: Support Cd Information

    Support CD information The support CD that comes with the Eee PC package contains the drivers, software applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all the features. All the following screens appear only in the Windows® XP SP2 environment.

  • Page 99: Drivers Menu

    Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications that the Eee PC supports. Contact Click the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. 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 CD. Click an icon to display the specified information.
  • Page 100 Chapter 6: Installing Windows® XP...

  • Page 101: Appendix

    Trademark Statements Qualified Vendor List Declarations and Safety Statements GNU General Public License Copyright Information Limitation of Liability Service and Support Appendix...
  • Page 102 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 103 Qualified Vendor List The Linux-based Eee PC may not support all PC peripherals. Visit our ASUS website for the latest qualified vendor list before you purchase peripherals for your Eee PC. Analog TV Tuner Cards Type Model USB2.0 Leadtek WinFast...
  • Page 104 Philips SBC HM450 Fast Ethernet Unmanaged Switch/Hub Adapter Type Model Home Plug D-Link-DHP200 PCI-PLC-85AA 3com 3C16754 D-Link DFE908DX Switch 3com 3C16792A ASUS GIGAX1116 ASUS GIGAX2024 ASUS GIGAX2124X CISCO WS-C2950T24 D-Link DGS-1005D D-Link DGS-1008D SMC SMC8505T ZyXel GS-105A Router Buffalo-BBR-4HG Corega CG-BARPS...
  • Page 105 USB 1.1 Imation MO1064-UB USB 2.0 Buffalo MOUZ-P640R Fujitsu U2 MO 2.3G I-O Data MOA-i640S Microphone Devices Type Model Condenser Hawk MIC989 Ktnet KTSep111AS SonudMAX ARRYA-2S Dynamic Audio-technica AT-VD5 Mobile Phone Devices Type Model USB 1.1 PHS A91 ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 106 Mouse Devices Type Model USB 1.1 Acrox MT5 Genius GM-03003 INX IM7301 INX IM7501 INX IM7701 Logitech G9 Laser Logitech LX-7 Cordless Logitech MX1000Laser Logitech M-RBH113 Logitech M-UAE96 Logitech VAG96B Logitech V200 Cordless Logitech M-BZ96C RaZer Copperhead RZ01 Microsoft Comfort Optical Mouse 3000 Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop Microsoft Comfort Optical Mouse ODD CD/DVD-ROM / CD-RW / Combo / DVD+-RW Devices...
  • Page 107 USB 1.1 Yamaha YST-MS35D Logitech V10 Scanner Devices Type Model USB 1.1 Epson Perfection 1650 Photo USB 2.0 Canon CanoScan LiDE30 Epson Stylus CX3700 Epson Perfection 4990 Photo Sound Adapters Type Model USB 2.0 Mediatek Audimax F1 ASUS Eee PC...
  • Page 108 USB Flash Disk Type Model USB 2.0 Adata MyFlash Adata PD10 Apacer HA202 2G Flash Apacer AH221 Apacer AH320 ASUS Ai-FLASH V Kingston DTR PQI U172P PQI U230 Sandisk SDCZ6 TRANSCEND JetFlash V10 Transcend JetFlash V20 Transcend JF168 USB HUB Devices...
  • Page 109 Wireless Ethernet Adapters Type Model USB 2.0 ASUS WL-167G PCi GW-US300MiniW 3G WLAN Adapter Type Model ASUS T500 Amoi H01 HUAWEI E220 PAH A91 100 BaseTx Ethernet Adapters Type Model USB 2.0 Billionton USB2AR2 ASUS Eee PC...

  • Page 110: 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 111 RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Max. SAR Measurement (1g) 802.11b SAR Value: 0.039 W/kg 802.11g SAR Value: 0.097 W/kg ASUS Eee PC A-11...

  • Page 112: 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 113 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) 802.11b SAR Value: 0.039 W/kg 802.11g SAR Value: 0.097 W/kg ASUS Eee PC A-13...

  • Page 114: Wireless Operation Channel For Different Domains

    Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14 Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13 France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized power indoors are: •...
  • Page 115 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. ASUS Eee PC A-15...

  • Page 116: 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 117: 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 A-17...
  • Page 118 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 119: 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/). ASUS Eee PC A-19...
  • Page 120 GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2, June 1991 Copyright (C) 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation, Inc., 51 Franklin Street, Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 02110-1301 USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing it is not allowed. Preamble The licenses for most software are designed to take away your freedom to share and change it.
  • Page 121 Program is not restricted, and the output from the Program is covered only if its contents constitute a work based on the Program (independent of having been made by running the Program). Whether that is true depends on what the Program does. ASUS Eee PC A-21...
  • Page 122 1. You may copy and distribute verbatim copies of the Program's source code as you receive it, in any medium, provided that you conspicuously and appropriately publish on each copy an appropriate copyright notice and disclaimer of warranty; keep intact all the notices that refer to this License and to the absence of any warranty;...
  • Page 123 Sections 1 and 2 above on a medium customarily used for software interchange; or, ASUS Eee PC A-23...
  • Page 124 c) Accompany it with the information you received as to the offer to distribute corresponding source code. (This alternative is allowed only for noncommercial distribution and only if you received the program in object code or executable form with such an offer, in accord with Subsection b above.) The source code for a work means the preferred form of the work for making modifications to it.
  • Page 125 ASUS Eee PC A-25...
  • Page 126 This section is intended to make thoroughly clear what is believed to be a consequence of the rest of this License. 8. If the distribution and/or use of the Program is restricted in certain countries either by patents or by copyrighted interfaces, the original copyright holder who places the Program under this License may add an explicit geographical distribution limitation excluding those countries, so that distribution is permitted only in or among...
  • Page 127 RENDERED INACCURATE OR LOSSES SUSTAINED BY YOU OR THIRD PARTIES OR A FAILURE OF THE PROGRAM TO OPERATE WITH ANY OTHER PROGRAMS), EVEN IF SUCH HOLDER OR OTHER PARTY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. ASUS Eee PC A-27...
  • Page 128 END OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS How to Apply These Terms to Your New Programs If you develop a new program, and you want it to be of the greatest possible use to the public, the best way to achieve this is to make it free software which everyone can redistribute and change under these terms.
  • Page 129 If your program is a subroutine library, you may consider it more useful to permit linking proprietary applications with the library. If this is what you want to do, use the GNU Lesser General Public License instead of this License. ASUS Eee PC A-29...

  • Page 130: 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 131: 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.
  • Page 132 A-32 Appendix...

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