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Содержание Eee PC 900A Series

Страница 1: ...Eee PCUser s Manual Windows XP Edition Eee PC 900A Series August 2008 ...

Страница 2: ... 2 2 Bottom Side 2 5 Right Side 2 7 Left Side 2 8 Rear Side 2 9 Chapter 3 Getting Started Power System 3 2 Using AC Power 3 2 Using Battery Power 3 3 Battery Care 3 4 Touchpad Usage 3 6 Single finger gesture input 3 6 Multi finger gesture input 3 7 Keyboard Usage 3 8 Special Function Keys 3 8 First time Startup 3 11 Desktop 3 14 ASUS EeePC Tray Utility 3 15 Enabling and Disabling Devices 3 15 Adju...

Страница 3: ... 5 3 Contact 5 4 Other information 5 4 System Recovery 5 5 Using the Support DVD 5 5 Appendix Declarations and Safety Statements A 2 Federal Communications Commission Statement A 2 FCC Radio Frequency RF Exposure Caution Statement A 3 Declaration of Conformity R TTE directive 1999 5 EC A 4 CE Mark Warning A 4 IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada A 4 Wireless Operation Channel for Different D...

Страница 4: ...iv Table of Contents ...

Страница 5: ...About This User s Manual Notes for This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing Your Eee PC 1 Introducing the Eee PC ...

Страница 6: ...2 Knowing the Parts Provides information on the Eee PC s components 3 Getting Started Provides information on getting started with the Eee PC 4 Using the Eee PC Provides information on using the Eee PC s utilities 5 Support DVD System Recovery Gives you information on the support DVD and system recovery 6 Appendix Provides you safety statements The actual bundled applications differ by models and ...

Страница 7: ...be followed for safe operation IMPORTANT Vital information that must be followed to prevent damage to data components or persons Notes for This Manual A few notes and warnings are used throughout this guide allowing you to complete certain tasks safely and effectively These notes have different degrees of importance as follows ...

Страница 8: ...MP This Eee PC should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 5 C 41 F and 35 C 95 F Battery safety warning DO NOT throw the battery in fire DO NOT short circuit the contacts DO NOT disassemble the battery DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged DO NOT place or drop o...

Страница 9: ...ged into the computer and an AC power source Be aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Eee PC is in use 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 air...

Страница 10: ...ing chapters for detailed information 1 Install the battery pack 2 Connect the AC power adapter 1 1 2 1 3 2 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 ...

Страница 11: ...ASUS Eee PC 1 7 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 ...

Страница 12: ...1 8 Chapter 1 Introducing the Eee PC ...

Страница 13: ...Top Side Bottom Side Right Side Left Side Rear Side 2 Knowing the Parts ...

Страница 14: ...2 2 Chapter 2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the following illustration to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC The keyboard differs for each territory 3 4 2 1 6 5 7 ...

Страница 15: ...on the eyes Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids use plain water if necessary to clean the display panel Power Switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Eee PC and recovering from STR Press the switch once to turn ON and hold it to turn OFF the Eee PC The power switch only works when the display panel is opened Keyboard The keyboard provides keys with comfortable travel depth at ...

Страница 16: ...nking Slowly Green Blinking Slowly Battery charge is less than 10 Orange Blinking Quickly Green Blinking Quickly Standby Mode Powered OFF AC Mode Battery Mode Battery charge is between 100 80 Orange ON Off Battery charge is between 80 10 Orange Blinking Slowly Off Battery charge is less than 10 Orange Blinking Quickly Off 7 The Battery Charge Indicator will not light when the battery is removed fr...

Страница 17: ...ntly 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 5 4 6 6 Battery Lock Spring The spring battery lock keeps the battery pack secure When the battery pack is inserted it will automatically lock Whe...

Страница 18: ...ert or remove the battery pack Move the manual lock to the locked position after inserting the battery pack Solid State Disk Memory Compartment The solid state disk drive and memory are 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 E...

Страница 19: ...s up to 12Mbits sec USB 1 1 and 480Mbits sec USB 2 0 USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer with some peripherals acting as additional plug in sites or hubs Also the USB supports hot swapping function 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...

Страница 20: ... as keyboards pointing devices cameras and storage devices connected in a series up to 12Mbits sec USB 1 1 and 480Mbits sec USB 2 0 USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer with some peripherals acting as additional plug in sites or hubs Also it supports hot swapping function Microphone Jack The microphone jack is designed to connect the microphone used for Skype voice na...

Страница 21: ...tery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Eee PC The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit Power DC Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the Eee PC and charges the internal battery pack To prevent damage to the Eee PC and battery pack always us...

Страница 22: ...2 10 Chapter 2 Knowing the Parts ...

Страница 23: ...Power System Touchpad Usage Keyboard Usage First time Startup Operating Mode Shutdown 3 Getting Started ...

Страница 24: ...outlets without setting switches or using power converters Different countries may require an adapter to connect the provided US standard AC power cord to a different standard Most hotels will provide universal outlets to support different power cords as well as voltages It is always best to ask an experienced traveler about AC outlet voltages before travelling With the AC power cord connected to ...

Страница 25: ...m memory size and the size of the display panel Additional battery packs are optional and can be purchased separately through an Eee PC retailer Remember to fully charge the battery 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 Installing and Removing the Battery Pack Your Eee PC may no...

Страница 26: ...y pack s useful life will depend on your environment temperature humidity and how your Eee PC is used It is ideal that the battery be used in a temperature range between 5 C and 35 C 41 F and 95 F You must also take into account that the Eee PC s internal temperature is higher than the outside temperature Any temperatures above or below this range will shorten the life of the battery But in any ca...

Страница 27: ...onal ways to shutdown and reset your Eee PC Shutdown 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 Use a pin or a straightened paper clip to press the reset button Reset Press the reset button ...

Страница 28: ...or The following 2 illustrations produce the same results Double clicking Double tapping This is a common skill for launching a program directly from the corresponding icon you select Move the pointer over the icon you wish to execute press the left button or tap the pad twice in rapid succession and the system launches the corresponding program If the interval between the clicks or taps is too lo...

Страница 29: ...he desired location then release the button Or you can simply double tap on the item and hold while dragging the item with your fingertip The following illustrations produce the same results Multi finger gesture input Two finger scrolling Use two fingertips to slide up or down on the touchpad to scroll a window up or down If your display window includes several sub windows move the pointer on that...

Страница 30: ...n the function keys may vary depending on model but the functions should remain the same Follow the icons whenever your hot 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 in...

Страница 31: ...nected external monitor 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 Crossed Speaker Icon F7 Mutes the speaker 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...

Страница 32: ... 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 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 ...

Страница 33: ...d lead you through setting up your preferences and some basic information Follow the wizard instructions to finish the initialization 1 The Welcome message appears Click Next to continue 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 ...

Страница 34: ...3 12 Chapter 3 Getting Started 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 ...

Страница 35: ... Automatic Updates now to get the latest important updates and click Next to continue 6 Type your computer s name in the Computer name box and click Next to continue 7 Follow the on screen instructions to register with Microsoft and finish the initialization ...

Страница 36: ...the specified folders Some applications would form minimized icons in the Notification area Displays the start menu Displays the time Displays the wireless network connection status Displays USB connection Adjusts the display resolution Displays the power mode Adjusts system volume Adjusts the touchpad settings Displays the network connection status ...

Страница 37: ...on easily Enabling and Disabling 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 Camera Enable or disable the built in camera 2 Select an option to turn it on or off based on your needs The unavailable options are dimmed ...

Страница 38: ...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 Some applications such as Windows Media Player may not be compatible with the LCD Compress Mode When watching videos in LCD Compress Mode use WinDVD Player instead When the display mode of your Eee PC is CRT Only and the ...

Страница 39: ...US Eee PC 3 17 Shutdown Do the following instructions to turn down your Eee PC 1 Click the start button to display the start menu 2 Click Turn Off Computer 1 2 3 Select Turn Off to power off your Eee PC 3 ...

Страница 40: ...3 18 Chapter 3 Getting Started ...

Страница 41: ...Network Connection ASUS Update Super Hybrid Engine Eee Storage 4 Using the Eee PC ...

Страница 42: ...assword 2 Select the wireless access point you want to connect to from the list and click Connect to build the connection If 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...

Страница 43: ... a connection has been established the connection is shown on the list 5 You can see the wireless network icon in the Notification area The wireless connection icon disappears when you Press Fn F2 to disable the WLAN function ...

Страница 44: ...e illustration below is the example of your Eee PC connected to a network hub or switch for use with the built in Ethernet controller Connect to network before enjoying all the network services and functions in Eee PC Using a dynamic IP 1 Right click the network icon with a yellow warning triangle in the Notification area and select Open Network Connections Local Area Network Network hub or switch...

Страница 45: ...ASUS Eee PC 4 5 3 Highlight Internet Protocol TCP IP and click Properties 4 Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK 2 Right click Local Area Connection and select Properties ...

Страница 46: ...4 6 Chapter 4 Using the Eee PC 5 Click Create a new connection to start the New Connection Wizard 6 Click Next 7 Click Connect to the Internet and click Next 8 Click Set up my connection manually ...

Страница 47: ...ASUS Eee PC 4 7 9 Select your connection type and click Next 10 Enter your ISP Name and click Next 11 Enter your User name and Password Click Next 12 Click Finish to finish the configuration ...

Страница 48: ...4 8 Chapter 4 Using the Eee PC 13 Enter your user name and password Click Connect to connect to the Internet Contact your Internet Service Provider ISP if you have problems connecting to the network ...

Страница 49: ...ddress 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 2 Click Use the following IP address Contact your Internet Service Provider ISP if you have problems connecting to the network ...

Страница 50: ...s 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 ...

Страница 51: ...from the Internet and View the 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 ...

Страница 52: ...4 12 Chapter 4 Using the Eee PC 2 Select Update BIOS from Internet from the drop down menu then click Next 3 Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you to avoid network traffic or click Auto Select Click Next ...

Страница 53: ... 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 from the Open window then click Open 4 Follow t...

Страница 54: ...ngine SuperHybridEngine 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 resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels or higher press Fn F5 repeatedly t...

Страница 55: ...storage service with or without further notice Visit the official website http www eeestorage com for details Eee Storage 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 Ensure that your Eee PC is connected to the Internet To use Eee Storage 1 Double click the Web Storage shortcut on the desktop and double ...

Страница 56: ...assword 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 with other computer 3 You can easily drag and drop to upload files onto your free online space 2 Read the service agreement before click Yes to continue ...

Страница 57: ...Support DVD System Recovery 5 Support DVD System Recovery ...

Страница 58: ...E from the BIN folder Double click the ASSETUP EXE file to run the DVD Running the support DVD Insert the support DVD in the external optical drive The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in your computer Drivers menu The Drivers menu shows available device drivers when the system detects installed devices Install the necessary drivers to activate the devices The driv...

Страница 59: ...ASUS Eee PC 5 3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications that the Eee PC supports Click to go to the next page Click to go to the previous page ...

Страница 60: ...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 Click to go to the previous page ...

Страница 61: ...r 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 XXXXXX may be labeled as the ODD brand name to boot from the optical drive Please sele...

Страница 62: ...very Ensure to back up your important data before recovering your system 5 Click Yes to start the system recovery 4 Click OK in the Recovery System for Eee PC dialog box 6 After the system recovery is completed eject the the Support DVD from the optical drive and click OK to restart the Eee PC ...

Страница 63: ...Declarations and Safety Statements Copyright Information Limitation of Liability Service and Support A Appendix ...

Страница 64: ...is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the e...

Страница 65: ...ate this equipment The manufacture declares that this device is limited to Channels 1 through 11 in the 2 4GHz frequency by specified firmware controlled in the USA This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during tra...

Страница 66: ...E Mark Warning This is a Class B product in a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment To maintain compliance with IC RF exposure compliance requirements please avoid dir...

Страница 67: ...s 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 Max SAR Measurement 1g 802 11b SAR Value 0 033 W kg 802 11g SAR Value 0 055 W kg ...

Страница 68: ... 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 10mW ...

Страница 69: ... 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 Please check with ART for the latest information www art telecom fr Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW but more than 10mW ...

Страница 70: ... 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 or...

Страница 71: ...pproved 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 ...

Страница 72: ...tausch 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 batteribyte...

Страница 73: ... 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 ...

Страница 74: ...IAL 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 used ...

Страница 75: ...ract 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 PA...

Страница 76: ...A 14 Appendix ...

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