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Eee PC  

User Manual

Windows

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 XP Edition

 

Eee PC 1003HAG

E4381

15G06Q128000

Summary of Contents for Eee PC 1003HAG

Page 1: ...Eee PC User Manual Windows XP Edition Eee PC 1003HAG E4381 15G06Q128000 ...

Page 2: ...Powering on your Eee PC 2 2 First time Startup 2 3 Desktop 2 4 ASUS EeePC Tray Utility 2 5 Enabling and Disabling Devices 2 5 Adjusting the display resolution 2 6 Network Connection 2 7 Configuring a wireless network connection 2 7 Local Area Network 2 8 Browsing web pages 2 11 Chapter 3 Using the Eee PC ASUS Update 3 2 Updating the BIOS through the Internet 3 2 Updating the BIOS through a BIOS fi...

Page 3: ... 4 2 Drivers menu 4 3 Utilities menu 4 3 Contact 4 3 Other information 4 3 System Recovery 4 4 Using the Support DVD 4 4 Using Recovery Partition 4 5 Boot Booster 4 6 Appendix Declarations and Safety Statements A 2 Copyright Information A 11 Limitation of Liability A 12 Service and Support A 12 ...

Page 4: ...y Gives you information on support DVD contents and system recovery The actual bundled applications differ by models and territories There may be differences between your Eee PC and the pictures shown in this manual Please accept your Eee PC as being correct Notes for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide allowing you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively T...

Page 5: ...exposure DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments DO NOT operate during a gas leak DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields DO NOT expose to or use near liquids rain or moisture DO NOT use the modem during electrical storms DO NOT press or touch the display panel Do not place together with small items that may scratch or enter the Eee PC DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work sur...

Page 6: ...battery should not be placed in municipal waste 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 Transportation Precautions To prepare your Eee PC for transport you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent d...

Page 7: ...acity after a few full charging and discharging cycles Airplane Precautions Contact your airline if you want to use the Eee PC on the airplane Most airlines have restrictions for using electronic devices Most airlines allow electronic use only between and not during takeoffs and landings There are three main types of airport security devices X ray machines used on items placed on conveyor belts ma...

Page 8: ...viii Table of Contents ...

Page 9: ...Top Side Bottom Side Right Side Left Side Rear Side Keyboard Usage Touchpad Usage 1 Knowing the Parts ...

Page 10: ...ng the Parts Top Side Refer to the illustration below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC The keyboard differs for each territory The top side may vary in appearance depending on model PC 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 11: ... OFF the Eee PC The power switch only works when the display panel is opened 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 Status Indicators Battery Charge Indicator The battery charge indicator LED shows the battery charging status as follows 1 2 3 4 5...

Page 12: ...ta is written to or read from the disk drive Capital Lock Indicator Indicates that capital lock Caps Lock is activated when lighted Wireless Bluetooth Indicator This is only applicable on models with built in wireless LAN Bluetooth When the built in wireless LAN Bluetooth is enabled this indicator lights Keyboard The keyboard provides keys with comfortable travel depth at which the keys can be dep...

Page 13: ...tly been in operation High temperatures are normal during charging or operation 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 2 1 3 4 5 5 Battery Lock Spring The spring battery lock keeps the battery pack secure When the battery pack is inserted it will automatically lock When r...

Page 14: ... by usage and by the specifications for this Eee PC The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit Memory Compartment The memory module is secured in a dedicated compartment Reset Button Emergency In case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart the reset button can be depressed with a pin or a straightened paper clip to restart the Eee PC 2 3 4 5 A...

Page 15: ...s and storage devices connected in a series up to 12Mbits sec USB 1 1 and 480Mbits sec USB 2 0 Also the USB supports hot swapping function Microphone Jack The microphone jack is designed to connect the microphone used for Skype voice narrations or simple audio recordings Headphone Output Jack The 1 8 stereo headphone jack 3 5mm connects the Eee PC s audio out signal to amplified speakers or headph...

Page 16: ...7 8 6 Memory Card Slot The built in memory card reader can read MMC SD and MS PRO cards 1 2 3 Display Monitor Output The 15 pin D sub monitor port supports a standard VGA compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display 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 co...

Page 17: ...ngton 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 Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Eee PC Ensure that pa per books clothing cables or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur Battery Charge Indicator The battery charg...

Page 18: ...key locations do not match the manual zzZ Icon F1 Places the Eee PC in suspend mode Save to RAM Radio Tower F2 Wireless Models Only Toggles the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth on selected models ON or OFF with an on screen display When enabled the corresponding wireless indicator will light The default setting is WLAN ON Bluetooth OFF Touchpad F3 Toggles the touchpad ON OFF Resolution Selection...

Page 19: ...ber lock ON and OFF Allows use of a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering Scr Lk Delete Toggles the Scroll Lock ON and OFF Allows you to use a larger portion of the keyboard for cell navigation Pg Up Press to scroll up in documents or the web browser Pg Dn Press to scroll down in documents or the web browser Home Press to move the pointer to the beginning of the line End Press to move...

Page 20: ...r gesture Applications Two finger zooming in out StarOffice Writer Impress Adobe reader Photomanager Two finger zooming in out Moving two fingertips apart or together on the touchpad to zoom in or zoom out This is convenient when viewing photos or reading documents Zoom in Zoom out ...

Page 21: ...Powering on your Eee PC First time Startup Desktop ASUS Eee PC Tray Utility Network Connection 2 Getting Started ...

Page 22: ...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 The output voltage of this adapter is 12Vdc 3A Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Eee PC is turned ON as this may result in the loss of working data Remember to fully charge the battery before first use and whenever it is depleted to prol...

Page 23: ... Follow the wizard instructions to finish the initialization 2 Select you system settings by specifying the region you are in the language you use and the keyboard type you use Click Next to continue 1 The Welcome message appears Click Next to continue 3 Select the time zone you are in and click Next to continue 4 Read the end user license agreement and click Yes I accept Click Next to continue ...

Page 24: ...name box and click Next to continue 7 Follow the onscreen instructions to register with Microsoft and finish the initialization Desktop The 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 mode...

Page 25: ...g Devices To disable or enable devices 1 Right click the ASUS EeePC Tray Utility icon in the Notification area and the utility shows the available options Disable WLAN Turns on and off the wireless LAN connection Disable Blue Tooth Turns on and off the Bluetooth connection Disable Camera Enable or disable the built in camera 2 Select an option to turn it on or off based on your needs The unavailab...

Page 26: ...mpress Mode When you select LCD 1024 x 768 move the pointer to scroll up and down the screen Scroll down to see the bottom of the screen Scroll up to see the top of the screen The CRT related options are unavailable when there is no connected external monitors When the display mode of your Eee PC is CRT Only and the power mode is Power Saving DO NOT use a resolution higher than 1024 x 600 pixels D...

Page 27: ... you cannot find the desired access point click Refresh network list in the left pane and search in the list again If the wireless connection icon does not show in the Notification area Activate the wireless LAN function by pressing Fn F2 before configuring a wireless network connection 4 After a connection has been established the connection is shown on the list 5 You can see the wireless network...

Page 28: ... Using a dynamic IP 1 Right click the network icon with a yellow warning triangle on the Windows taskbar and select Open Network Connections 3 Click Internet Protocol TCP IP and click Properties 2 Right click Local Area Connection and select Properties 4 Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK ...

Page 29: ... new connection to start the New Connection Wizard 6 Click Next 7 Select Connect to the Internet and click Next 8 Select Set up my connection manually 9 Select your connection type and click Next 10 Enter your ISP Name and click Next ...

Page 30: ... step 1 3 of Using a dynamic IP to start the static IP network configuration 2 Click Use the following IP address 3 Enter the IP address Subnet mask and Gateway from your service provider 4 If needed enter the preferred DNS Server address and alternative address 5 After entering all the related values click OK to build the network connection Contact your Internet Service Provider ISP if you have p...

Page 31: ...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 ...

Page 32: ...Chapter 2 Getting Started 2 12 ...

Page 33: ...ASUS Update Blutooth Connection Super Hybrid Engine Eee Storage 3 Using the Eee PC ...

Page 34: ... BIOS version information This utility is pre loaded in your Eee PC and is also available in the support DVD that comes with the Eee PC package ASUS Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an Internet Service Provider ISP Updating the BIOS through the Internet To update the BIOS through the Internet 1 Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows desktop by clicking St...

Page 35: ...rough the Internet Always update the utility to avail all its features Updating the BIOS through a BIOS file To update the BIOS through a BIOS file 1 Launch the ASUS Update utility from the Windows desktop by clicking Start Programs ASUS ASUSUpdate for EeePC ASUSUpdate The ASUS Update main window appears 2 Select Update BIOS from file from the drop down menu then click Next 3 Locate the BIOS file ...

Page 36: ...ones and PDAs To connect to a Bluetooth enabled device 1 Press Fn F2 repeatedly until Bluetooth ON or WLAN Bluetooth ON is shown 2 Click My Bluetooth Places on the desktop and follow the onscreen instructions to finish initialization Click Next to continue 4 To decide the Bluetooth services this device offers click Next to continue 5 Select the service you would like to offer from the list and cli...

Page 37: ...nection 7 Select a Bluetooth enabled device from the list and click Next 8 Enter the Bluetooth security code and start pairing 9 After the paired relationship is built select the service you are interested in from the list and click Finish to use the selected service ...

Page 38: ...C SuperHybridEngine SuperHybridEngine Press Instant Key 3 repeatedly to switch power modes Right click the Super Hybrid Engine icon in the Notification area and select a preferred power mode Super Hybrid Engine Modes Auto High Performance and Auto Power Saving mode are available only when applying or removing the power adapter If your external monitor functions abnormally in Power Saving mode at a...

Page 39: ...ble click the Eee Storage shortcut on the desktop and read the service agreement before clicking Yes to continue The content of the free service provided to you is subject to Eee Storage Web Hard Drive Service Agreement on Eee Storage official website Eee Storage reserves the rights to modify or discontinue the provided web storage service with or without further notice Visit the official website ...

Page 40: ... the Web Storage folder to apply an account and setup a password if you need to use more advanced functions This set of account and password is also indispensable when you use Eee Storage service with other computer 3 You can easily drag and drop to upload files onto your free online space ...

Page 41: ...Support DVD information System Recovery 4 System Recovery ...

Page 42: ...ptical drive The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer browse the contents of the support DVD to locate the file ASSETUP EXE from the BIN folder Double click the ASSETUP EXE file to run the DVD The drivers and utilities bundled in the support DVD may vary by models and are subject to change without notice Click...

Page 43: ...e 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 DVD Click an icon to display the specified information File list Technical support DVD content System information ...

Page 44: ...ing order Before using the Support DVD copy your data files to USB storage devices or to a network drive and make note of any customized configuration settings such as network settings 1 Connect an external optical drive to your Eee PC and insert the Support DVD into the optical drive System needs to be powered ON 2 Press ESC on bootup and the Please select boot device screen appears Select USB XX...

Page 45: ...n your hard disk drive used to restore the operating system drivers and utilities installed on your Eee PC at the factory Using the Recovery Partition 1 Press F9 during bootup requires a Recovery Partition Disable Boot Booster in BIOS setup before your perform system recovery from USB flash disk external optical drive or hidden partition Refer to the end of this chapter for details 2 Click the che...

Page 46: ... UTILITY Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Boot Device Priority Boot Settings Configuration OnBoard LAN Boot ROM Enabled Boot Booster Disabled Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to Sub Screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence A virtual floppy disk drive Floppy Drive B may appear when you set the CD ROM drive as the first boot device 3 Press F10 t...

Page 47: ...Declarations and Safety Statements Copyright Information Limitation of Liability Service and Support A Appendix ...

Page 48: ...ting for electric safety according to EN 60950 Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility in Article 3 1b Testing for electromagnetic compatibility in EN 301 489 1 EN 301 Testing according to 489 17 Effective use of the radio spectrum as in Article 3 2 Radio test suites according to EN 300 328 2 CE Mark Warning This is a Class B product in a domestic environment this product may cau...

Page 49: ...te property or on the private property of public persons use is subject to a preliminary authorization procedure by the Ministry of Defense with maximum authorized power of 100mW in the 2446 5 2483 5 MHz band Use outdoors on public property is not permitted In the departments listed below for the entire 2 4 GHz band Maximum authorized power indoors is 100mW Maximum authorized power outdoors is 10m...

Page 50: ...aris 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 Please check with ART for the latest information www art telecom fr Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW but more than 10mW ...

Page 51: ...ion Rate or SAR The ICNIRP SAR limits for mobile devices used by the general public are as follows Eee PC 1003HAG GSM900 0 015W Kg GSM1800 0 034W Kg WCDMA Band I 0 03W Kg The SAR limits differ depending on model Safety information Electronic devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF energy However certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your ...

Page 52: ... Hospitals or healthcare facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment added to your vehicle Posted facilities Turn your ...

Page 53: ...k of electric shock from lightning DO NOT use the Eee PC in the vicinity of a gas leak Required for UL 1642 covering primary nonrechargeable and secondary rechargeable lithium batteries for use as power sources in products These batteries contain metallic lithium or a lithium alloy or a lithium ion and may consist of a single electrochemical cell or two or more cells connected in series parallel o...

Page 54: ...roved power cords greater than or equal to H05VV F 3G 0 75mm2 or H05VV F 2G 0 75mm2 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 ...

Page 55: ...stausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers German ADVARSELI Lithiumbatteri Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren Danish VARNING Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyt...

Page 56: ...type équivalent recommandé par le constructeur Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant French ADVARSEL Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner Norwegian Japanese ...

Page 57: ...NTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS LOSS OF USE OR DATA INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies and are use...

Page 58: ...act price of each product 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 UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS ASUS LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING 1 THIRD PAR...

Page 59: ...cs of information technology equipment EN 301511 Global System for Mobile communications GSM Harmonized EN for mobile stations in the GSM 900 and GSM 1800 bands covering essential requirements under article 3 2 of the R TTE directive 1999 5 EC EN 55024 EN 55013 Information Technology equipment Immunity characteristics Limits and methods of measurement Limits and methods of measurement of radio dis...

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