Asus Eee PC 901, User Manual

Page 1: ...Eee PC User s Manual Windows XP Edition Eee PC 901 Series E4238 ...

Page 2: ...p Side 2 2 Bottom Side 2 6 Right Side 2 8 Left Side 2 10 Rear Side 2 11 Chapter 3 Getting Started Power System 3 2 Using AC Power 3 2 Using Battery Power 3 4 Battery Care 3 5 Power Mode 3 6 Super Hybrid Engine 3 6 Emergency Shutdown Reset 3 7 Touchpad Usage 3 8 Single finger gesture input 3 8 Multi finger gesture input 3 10 Keyboard Usage 3 11 Special Function Keys 3 11 First time Startup 3 14 Des...

Page 3: ...oth Connection 4 14 ASUS Instant Key 4 16 Super Hybrid Engine 4 17 Super Hybrid Engine Modes 4 17 3 5G Data Connection 4 18 SIM card installation 4 18 Using data connection 4 19 Chapter 5 Support DVD System Recovery Support DVD information 5 2 Running the support DVD 5 2 Drivers menu 5 2 Utilities menu 5 3 Contact 5 4 Other information 5 4 System Recovery 5 5 Using the Support DVD 5 5 Appendix Dec...

Page 4: ...iv Table of Contents ...

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

Page 6: ...ee PC and this User s Manual 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 and System Recovery Gives you information on support DVD contents and system recovery 6 Appendix Gives you safety statements There may be diffe...

Page 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 ...

Page 8: ...ry from heat 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 unst...

Page 9: ...orrect installation of battery may cause explosion and damage the Eee PC DO NOT throw the Eee PC in municipal waste This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling The 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...

Page 10: ...ttery pack when the Eee PC is in use 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 maximmum capacity 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 M...

Page 11: ...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 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 charg...

Page 12: ...roducing the Eee PC 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 1 3 MEGA PIXELS ...

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

Page 14: ...ing 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 2 3 1 6 7 5 8 4 The top side may vary in appearance depending on model ...

Page 15: ... in The built in array microphone is more clear and echo free compared with traditional single microphones and can be used for video conferencing voice narrations audio recordings and multimedia applications Instant Keys Instant keys allow you to launch frequently used applications with one push of a button 1 2 3 4 Backlight Key Pressing this key turns off the LCD monitor backlight Any action on t...

Page 16: ...comfortable travel depth at which the keys can be depressed and palm rest for both hands 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 Status Indicators front Only models with built in wireless LAN and Bluetooth supoort the user defin...

Page 17: ...red 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 The Battery Charge Indicator will not light when the battery is removed from your Eee PC Solid State disk SSD Indicator The solid state disk drive indicator blinks when data is written to or read from the d...

Page 18: ...recently 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 1 2 2 1 3 4 5 6 6 Battery Lock Spring The spring battery lock keeps the battery pack secure When the battery pack is inserted it will automatically ...

Page 19: ...ve 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 Eee PC 2 3 4 5 6 The reset button ...

Page 20: ... is compatible with USB 2 0 or USB 1 1 devices such 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 the USB supports hot swapping function Display Monitor Output The 15 pin D sub m...

Page 21: ...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 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 ...

Page 22: ...t cable for connection to a local network The built in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters 2 0 USB Port 2 0 1 1 The USB Universal Serial Bus port is compatible with USB 2 0 or USB 1 1 devices such 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...

Page 23: ...llustration below to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC 1 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 This allows use when moving temporarily between locations Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Eee PC The battery pack cannot be disassembled ...

Page 24: ...2 12 Chapter 2 Knowing the Parts ...

Page 25: ...Power System Touchpad Usage Keyboard Usage First Run Wizard Operating Mode Shutdown 3 Getting Started ...

Page 26: ... 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 the AC DC converter connect the AC power cord to an AC outlet preferably with surge protection and then connect the DC plug to the Eee PC Connecti...

Page 27: ...ided you must use a grounded AC outlet or use a properly grounded adapter to ensure safe operation of the Eee PC Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Eee PC or use the Eee PC s adapter to power other electrical devices If there is smoke burning scent or extreme heat coming from the AC DC adapter seek servicing Seek servicing if you suspect a faulty AC DC adapter You may dam...

Page 28: ...tery reaches its maximum capacity after a few full charging and discharging cycles 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 1 3 2 1 2 3 1 3 2 1 2 3 Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Eee PC or specifical...

Page 29: ...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 case the ...

Page 30: ...ay Auto High Performance and Auto Power Saving mode are available only when applying or removing the power adapter Power Mode Your Eee PC is equipped with a smart power system The power saving Battery mode lowers down the CPU frequency and decreases the power consumption to maximize the battery life The AC mode enables the CPU to run at the full speed and to obtain the best performance When applyi...

Page 31: ...d 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 The reset button is available on selected models ...

Page 32: ...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...

Page 33: ...ou 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 The following illustrations produce the same results ...

Page 34: ...s move the pointer on that pane before scrolling Zoom in Zoom out Multi finger gesture input 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 Finger gesture Applications Two finger zooming in out StarOffice Writer Impress Adobe reader Photomanager Two finger scrolling All ...

Page 35: ...he 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 indicator will light The default setting is WLAN ON Bluetooth OFF Sun Down Icon F3 ...

Page 36: ...nates 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 larger portion of the keyboard for number entering Scr Lk F12 Toggles the Scroll Lock ON and OFF Allows you to use a larger portion of the keyboard for cell navigation ...

Page 37: ...ser 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 ...

Page 38: ...ally and 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 ...

Page 39: ...ASUS Eee PC 3 15 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 40: ...ning on 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 ...

Page 41: ...3 17 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 ...

Page 42: ...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 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 u...

Page 43: ...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 Doing so...

Page 44: ...ter 3 Getting Started 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 ...

Page 45: ...Network Connection ASUS Update Bluetooth Connection ASUS Instant Key Super Hybrid Engine 3 5G Data Connection 4 Using the Eee PC ...

Page 46: ...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...

Page 47: ... 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 ...

Page 48: ...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...

Page 49: ...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 ...

Page 50: ...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 ...

Page 51: ...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 ...

Page 52: ...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 ...

Page 53: ...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 ...

Page 54: ...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 ...

Page 55: ...y 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 th...

Page 56: ...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 ...

Page 57: ... 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...

Page 58: ...luetooth 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 click Next to continue 3 Name your...

Page 59: ...nnection 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 60: ...tly used applications with one touch of a button 1 Click Start Programs ASUS EeePC EeeInstantKey 3 Locate and select a preferred application for the instant key and click OK 4 Click EXIT to finish the instant key setup and repeat the previous steps to customize another instant key 2 Click the Change button to configure ...

Page 61: ...HybridEngine 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 resolu...

Page 62: ...m Eee PC 1 3 2 1 2 3 2 Locate the SIM card slot on the top right corner of the battery pack slot Gently insert the SIM card into the card slot with the gold contacts facing up until you hear a click sound The SIM card and its gold contacts are vulnerable to scratches and bending While inserting the SIM card ensure to keep the SIM card at a horizontal angle to the Eee PC to prevent it from malfunct...

Page 63: ...tion service from your Internet Service Provider ISP Regulations prohibit using 3 5G data connection while in the air Switch off your 3 5G data connection before boarding an aircraft To use data connection 1 Double click SingTel BroadBand on Mobile on the desktop 2 Enter the PIN code of your SIM card if prompted ...

Page 64: ...ner window again click on the Windows notification area 4 To end the 3 5G data connection click Disconnect or in the Mobile Partner window Click to show network connection statistics Click to show Online Help Click to show the phonebook for adding editing or deleting local and SIM card contacts Click to enable data connection Click to edit send and receive text messages Shows signal strength Shows...

Page 65: ...Support DVD System Recovery 5 Support DVD System Recovery ...

Page 66: ...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...

Page 67: ...ASUS Eee PC 5 3 Utilities menu The Utilities menu shows the applications that the Eee PC supports Click to go to the previous page Click to go to the next page ...

Page 68: ... 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 69: ...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...

Page 70: ...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 ...

Page 71: ...Declarations and Safety Statements Copyright Information Limitation of Liability Service and Support A Appendix ...

Page 72: ...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...

Page 73: ...Article 3 Protection requirements for health and safety as in Article 3 1a Testing 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 Wa...

Page 74: ... 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 ...

Page 75: ... Paris 82 Tarn et Garonne 84 Vaucluse 88 Vosges 89 Yonne 90 Territoire de Belfort 94 Val de Marne This requirement is likely to change over time allowing you to use your wireless LAN card in more areas within France Please check with ART for the latest information www art telecom fr Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW but more than 10mW ...

Page 76: ... is 2 W kg GSM900 0 04W Kg GSM1800 0 136W Kg and WCDMA Band I 0 463W Kg 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 Eee PC Pacemakers The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation of six 6 inches be maintained between a...

Page 77: ...icles 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 phone off where posted notices so require Aircraft Regulations prohibit using your mobile device while in th...

Page 78: ... 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...

Page 79: ...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 ...

Page 80: ...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...

Page 81: ... 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 82: ...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 ...

Page 83: ...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...

Page 84: ... EN 55020 EN 55022 Immunity from radio interference of broadcast receivers and associated equipment Limits and methods of measurement of radio disturbance characteristics 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 directiv...