Local Area Network ....................2-7 Browsing web pages ...................2-10 Chapter 3: Using the Eee PC ASUS Update ...........................3-2 Updating the BIOS through the Internet ............3-2 Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file ............3-3 Bluetooth Connection (on selected models) ..............3-4 Super Hybrid Engine ......................3-6 Super Hybrid Engine Modes................3-6...
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France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands ..........A-6 UL Safety Notices ....................A-7 REACH Notice ......................A-8 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ..A-9 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ..............A-9 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)........A-10 Copyright Information ......................A-12 Limitation of Liability ......................A-13 Service and Support ......................A-13...
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: Knowing the Parts Provides information on the Eee PC’s components.
Battery safety warning: DO on your lap or any part NOT throw the battery in of the body to prevent fire. DO NOT short circuit the discomfort or injury from contacts. DO NOT disassemble heat exposure. the battery. ASUS Eee PC...
SAFE TEMP: This Eee PC INPUT RATING: Refer to the should only be used in rating label on the bottom of environments with ambient the Eee PC and be sure that temperatures between 5°C your power adapter complies (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). with the rating.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones or headphones can cause hearing damage or loss. Adjustment of the volume control as well as the equalizer to settings other than the center position may increase the earphones or headphones output voltage and the sound pressure level. ASUS Eee PC...
Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. The top side may vary in appearance depending on models. Pause Delete Break SysRq NumLK Scr LK Backspace Chapter 1: Knowing the Parts...
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The battery charge indicator (LED) shows the battery charging status as follows: Powered ON With Adapter Without Adapter High battery power Green ON (95%–100%) Medium battery power Orange ON (11%–94%) Low battery power Orange Blinking Orange Blinking (0%–10%) Powered OFF / Standby mode ASUS Eee PC...
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With Adapter Without Adapter High battery power Green ON (95%–100%) Medium battery power Orange ON (11%–94%) Low battery power Orange Blinking (0%–10%) Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Indicator The hard disk drive indicator blinks when data is written to or read from the disk drive. Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly when the Eee PC is in the Suspend-to-RAM...
The spring battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. When the battery pack is inserted, it will automatically lock. To remove the battery pack, this spring lock must be held in the unlocked position. ASUS Eee PC...
Battery Lock - Manual The manual battery lock is used to keep the battery pack secured. Move the manual lock to the unlocked position to insert or remove the battery pack. Move the manual lock to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. Memory Compartment The memory module is secured in a dedicated compartment.
The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Eee Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur. Memory Card Slot The built-in memory card reader can read SD/SDHC/MMC cards. ASUS Eee PC...
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 in the Notification area after activation.
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): Press to move the pointer to the end of the line. 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. ASUS Eee PC...
Touchpad Usage Multi-finger gesture input (on selected models) Finger gesture Applications Two-finger zooming in/out Adobe reader, Windows Photo Viewer Two-finger rotating Adobe reader, Windows Photo Viewer Two-finger scrolling up/down or Adobe reader, MS Word, MS Excel left/right Three-finger page up/down Adobe reader, MS Word, MS Excel Two-finger zooming in/out - Moving two fingertips apart or together on the touchpad to zoom in or zoom out.
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Two-finger scroll wheel- Use two Three-finger right-click- Use fingers to tap the touchpad. This three fingers to tap the touchpad. action simulates the click on the This action mimics the right-click scroll wheel of a mouse. function of a mouse. ASUS Eee PC 1-11...
Powering on your Eee PC These are only quick instructions for using your Eee PC. Install the battery pack Connect the AC power adapter Turn ON the Eee PC Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Eee PC.
Click Next to continue. Type your user account name Set a password for your user and your computer’s name, account if you want. Click then click Next to continue. Next to continue. ASUS Eee PC...
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Read the end user license Click Use recommended settings to get the latest agreement and check the two boxs before I accept the important updates. license terms. Click Next to continue. Connect to a wireless Specify the time zone you network and click Next to are in and the local date and continue, or click Skip to set...
There are several shortcuts on the desktop. Double-click them to launch the corresponding applications and enter the specified folders. Some applications would form minimized icons in the Notification area. The actual Desktop screen may vary according to different models. ASUS Eee PC...
Network Connection Configuring a wireless network connection Click the wireless network icon with an orange star in the Windows® Notification area. If the wireless network icon with an orange star does not show in the Notification area, activate the wireless LAN function by pressing (<Fn>...
Click the network icon with a yellow warning triangle in the Windows® Notification area and select Open Network and Sharing Center. Click Change adapter settings in the left blue pane. Right-click Local Area Connection and select Properties. ASUS Eee PC...
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Click Internet Protocol Click Obtain an IP address version 4(TCP/IPv4) and automatically and click OK. 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. Chapter 2: Getting Started...
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Enter your User name and, Password, and Connection configuration. name. Click Connect. 12. Enter your user name and 11. Click the network icon in password. Click Connect to the taskbar and click the connect to the Internet. connection you just created. ASUS Eee PC...
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.
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 •...
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. Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file...
Bluetooth Connection (on selected models) This device contains FCC ID: MSQ-X101HNB047H / MSQ-X101HNE785H and IC ID: 3568A-X101HNB047H / 3568A-X101HNE785H Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for connecting Bluetooth-enabled devices. Examples of Bluetooth-enabled devices may be Notebook PCs, Desktop PCs, mobile phones, and PDAs. To connect to a Bluetooth-enabled device: Press <Fn>...
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Click Add a device to look for Select a Bluetooth-enabled new devices. device from the list and click Next. The paired relationship is Enter the Bluetooth security successfully built. Click Close code into your device and start pairing. to finish the setting. ASUS Eee PC...
Super Hybrid Engine Super Hybrid Engine offers different power modes. The assigned instant key toggles power savings between various power saving modes. The power saving modes control many aspects of your Eee PC to maximize performance versus battery time. Applying or removing the power adapter will automatically switch the system between AC mode and battery mode.
Eee PC users can enjoy free online space. With Internet connection, you can access and share any files whenever you want and wherever you are. The ASUS WebStorage help file is accessible only when your Eee PC connects to the Internet.
Sharing YouCam / E-Cam (on selected models) YouCam / E-Cam provides interesting effects and useful add-ons for your webcam. Syncables The syncables desktop application makes it easier than ever to keep all your photos, music, videos, documents, bookmarks, and more in sync and up to date across all your computers.
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Boingo (on selected models) Boingo gives you easy access to global Wi-Fi services with a special price via the Boingo utility. Use one account at more than 100,000 hotspots around the world, including airports, hotels, cafes and restaurants. ASUS Eee PC...
® Microsoft Office Starter 2010 Eee PC users can enjoy Microsoft Office Starter 2010 that includes Word Starter 2010 and Excel Starter 2010 for basic word processing and spreadsheets. Do the following instructions for Office Starter 2010 first- time start-up. Click Start >...
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To use other Microsoft Office Starter 2010 programs in the future, click Start > All Programs > Microsoft Office Starter to select a desired program. • To activate or purchase a complete version of Microsoft Office 2010, click Start > All Programs > Microsoft Office 2010. ASUS Eee PC 3-11...
System Recovery Boot Booster Chapter 4: System Recovery...
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System Recovery Disable Boot Booster in BIOS setup before you perform system recovery from USB flash disk, external optical drive or hidden partition. Ensure to connect your Eee PC to the AC power adapter before using F9 recovery to avoid recovery failure. Using recovery partition (F9 Recovery) Press <F9>...
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Back to backup your important data. You will lose all your data on the selected USB storage device. Ensure to back up your important data beforehand The system backup starts and click OK when done. ASUS Eee PC...
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Press <ESC> on bootup and Please select boot device: the Please select boot device screen appears. Select USB: HDD:SM-ASUS-PHISON SSD USB:XXXXXXXX XXXXXX to boot from the connected USB storage device. ↑ and ↓ to move selection ENTER to select boot device to continue.
Enter Go to Sub Screen General Help Save and Exit Exit v02.58 (C)Copyright 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. Press <F10> to save the configuration and restart Eee PC. Remember to enable Boot Booster after you complete hardware change or system recovery. ASUS Eee PC...
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.
End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. Eee PC X101H AR5B95 Max. SAR Measurement (1g) CE: 1.23 W/kg IC: 0.125 W/kg FCC: 0.026 W/kg...
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. Eee PC X101H AR5B95 Max. SAR Measurement (1g) CE: 1.23 W/kg IC: 0.125 W/kg...
Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default.
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: •...
• DO NOT use the Eee PC during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. • DO NOT use the Eee PC in the vicinity of a gas leak. ASUS Eee PC...
3Kg must use approved power cords greater than or equal to: H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm or H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm REACH Notice Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Appendix...
Declaration ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of ASUS product is in line with global environmental regulations. In addition, ASUS disclose the relevant information based on regulation requirements.
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.
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Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner. (Norwegian) (Japanese) ВНИМАНИЕ! При замене аккумулятора на аккумулятор иного типа возможно его возгорание. Утилизируйте аккумулятор в соответствии с инструкциями производителя. (Russian) ASUS Eee PC A-11...
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,...
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. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS ASUS LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: (1) THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES;...
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Manufacturer ASUSTek COMPUTER INC. Address, City No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN R.O.C Country TAIWAN Authorized Representative ASUS COMPUTER GmbH in Europe Address, City HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN Country GERMANY A-14 Appendix...
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