Asus Eee PC 900/XP User Manual

Eee PCUser’s Manual Windows® XP Edition Eee PC 900 SeriesMay 2008

1-6Chapter 1: Introducing the Eee PC3. Open the display panel4. Turn ON the Eee PCWhen you open the display panel, do not force it down to the table

Top SideBottom SideRight SideLeft SideRear Side2Knowing the Parts

2-2Chapter 2: Knowing the PartsTop SideRefer to the following illustration to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC.The keyboard differs

ASUS Eee PC2-3 Microphone (Built-in) The built-in mono microphone can be used for skype, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. Built-in Cam

2-4Chapter 2: Knowing the Parts Status Indicators (front) Power Indicator The power indicator lights when the Eee PC is turned ON and blinks slowly

ASUS Eee PC2-5Bottom SideRefer to the following illustration to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC.The bottom side may vary in appeara

2-6Chapter 2: Knowing the Parts Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when connected to an AC power source and maintains power to t

ASUS Eee PC2-7Right SideRefer to the following illustration to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC.1 23 4 Memory Card Slot The built-

2-8Chapter 2: Knowing the Parts12 3 4Left SideRefer to the following illustration to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC. LAN Port Th

ASUS Eee PC2-9Rear SideRefer to the following illustration to identify the components on this side of the Eee PC.1 2 Battery Pack The battery pack i

iiTable of ContentsTable of ContentsChapter 1: Introducing the Eee PCAbout This User’s Manual ...

2-10Chapter 2: Knowing the Parts

Power SystemTouchpad UsageKeyboard UsageFirst-time StartupOperating ModeShutdown3Getting Started

3-2Chapter 3: Getting StartedThis Eee PC may come with either a two or three-prong plug depending on territory to fit your wall outlet. If a three-pron

ASUS Eee PC3-3Damage 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 th

3-4Chapter 3: Getting StartedFor safety reasons, DO NOT throw the battery in fire, DO NOT short circuit the contacts, and DO NOT disassemble the batter

ASUS Eee PC3-5Emergency Shutdown & ResetIn case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart, there are additional ways to shutdown a

3-6Chapter 3: Getting StartedTouchpad UsageSingle-finger gesture inputClicking/Tapping - With the pointer over an item, press the left button or use yo

ASUS Eee PC3-7Dragging - 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 se

3-8Chapter 3: Getting StartedKeyboard UsageSpecial Function KeysThe following defines the colored hot keys on the Eee PC’s keyboard. The colored comman

ASUS Eee PC3-9 Task Manager Icon (F6): Initiates the Task Manager to view the application process or terminates applications. Crossed

ASUS Eee PCiiiTable of ContentsConfiguring a network connection ... 4-4Browsing web pages ...

3-10Chapter 3: Getting Started Windows icon: Displays the start menu. Menu with pointer icon : Activates the properties menu and is equival

ASUS Eee PC3-11First-time StartupFor the first time you start your Eee PC, the Windows wizard will launch automatically and lead you through setting up

3-12Chapter 3: Getting Started3 Select the time zone you are in and click Next to continue.4. Read the end user license agreement and click Yes, I a

ASUS Eee PC3-135. Click Help protect my PC by turning on Automatic Updates now to get the latest important updates and click Next to continue.6. Typ

3-14Chapter 3: Getting StartedDesktopThe are several shortcuts on the desktop. Double-click them to launch the corresponding applications and enter th

ASUS Eee PC3-15ASUS EeePC Tray UtilityThe preloaded ASUS EeePC Tray utility allows you to turn off some devices to minimize the power consumption and

3-16Chapter 3: Getting StartedAdjusting the display resolutionClick the ASUS EeePC Tray Utility icon in the Notification area to adjust the display res

ASUS Eee PC3-17ShutdownDo the following instructions to turn down your Eee PC.1. Click the start button to display the start menu.2. Click Turn Off

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Network ConnectionASUS UpdateOutlook ExpressSkype™Microsoft® WorksStarSuiteInterVideo DVD4Using the Eee PC

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4-2Chapter 4: Using the Eee PCNetwork ConnectionConfiguring a wireless network connection1. Double-click the crossed wireless network icon in the No

ASUS Eee PC4-34. After a connection has been established, the connection is shown on the list.5. You can see the wireless network icon in the Notific

4-4Chapter 4: Using the Eee PCConfiguring a network connectionIf you want to obtain network access, connect the network cable, with RJ-45 connectors on

ASUS Eee PC4-53. Highlight Internet Protocol(TCP/IP) and click Properties.4. Click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK.2. Right-click L

4-6Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC5. Click Create a new connection to start the New Connection Wizard.6. Click Next.7. Click Connect to the Internet an

ASUS Eee PC4-79. Select your connection type and click Next.10. Enter your ISP Name and click Next.11. Enter your User name and Password. Click Nex

4-8Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC13. Enter your user name and password. Click Connect to connect to the Internet. Contact your Internet Service Provider

ASUS Eee PC4-9Using a static IP:1. Repeat the step 1–3 of Using a dynamic IP to start the static IP network configuration.3. Enter the IP address, Su

4-10Chapter 4: Using the Eee PCBrowsing web pagesAfter you finish the network setup, click Internet Explorer on the desktop and start enjoying net surfi

ASUS Eee PC4-11ASUS UpdateThe ASUS Update is a utility that allows you to manage, save, and update the Eee PC BIOS in Windows® environment. The ASUS U

About This User’s ManualNotes for This ManualSafety PrecautionsPreparing Your Eee PC1Introducing the Eee PC

4-12Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC2. Select Update BIOS from Internet from the drop-down menu, then click Next.3. Select the ASUS FTP site nearest you

ASUS Eee PC4-134. From the FTP site, select the desired BIOS version and click Next.5. Follow the screen instructions to complete the update process

4-14Chapter 4: Using the Eee PCOutlook ExpressThe Outlook Express e-mail client allows to import preferences, account settings, address books, and oth

ASUS Eee PC4-15Skype™Skype enables users to make free calls to other Skype users or cheaper calls to landlines or mobile phones with Internet access.

4-16Chapter 4: Using the Eee PCMicrosoft® WorksThe Microsoft® Works includes several office software like Works Word Processor, Works Spreadsheet, Dict

ASUS Eee PC4-17Using Microsoft® WorksMicrosoft® Works combines several office applications together and helps you easily manage your schedule and do yo

4-18Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC6. In the Open dialog box, click Look in and locate your file. You can also shorten the process by sorting the files by

ASUS Eee PC4-19Other functionsClick the buttons on the top to switch screens.Microsoft® Works HomeThe screen displays the calendar and your appointmen

4-20Chapter 4: Using the Eee PCStarSuite 8StarSuite 8 is a complete office suite which allows you to edit a document, calculate on a spreadsheet, prepa

ASUS Eee PC4-213. Scroll down to finish reading the license agreement and click Accept to continue.The Accept button appears dimmed and unavailable be

1-2Chapter 1: Introducing the Eee PCAbout This User’s ManualYou are reading the Eee PC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides information regardin

4-22Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC5. Click the Check for updates automatically check box to get the online update and click Next to continue.6. Click a

ASUS Eee PC4-232. Click Empty presentation to create a new presentation slide, or From template to create a new presentation slide with a template. I

4-24Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC3. For the first time use, the software takes time to initialize the templates.4. Select a slide design and click Next

ASUS Eee PC4-255. Select a slide transition and the presentation type. Click Create to start StarSuite Impress.6. The main screen appears. You can s

4-26Chapter 4: Using the Eee PCStarSuite WriterStarSuite Writer is a convenient word processing application that allows you to create and covert docum

ASUS Eee PC4-273. Select an action to proceed after saving the database and click Finish.4. Select a location to save the database file.5. StarSuite

4-28Chapter 4: Using the Eee PCInterVideo DVD XPackLaunching InterVideo DVD XPackClick start > Programs > InterVideo XPack > XPack Mini DVD P

ASUS Eee PC4-29Using InterVideo DVD XPackAfter the InterVideo XPack screen appears, you can play, pause, stop, forward, rewind the video with the butt

4-30Chapter 4: Using the Eee PC

Support DVDSystem Recovery5Support DVD & System Recovery

ASUS Eee PC1-3Safety PrecautionsThe following safety precautions will increase the life of the Eee PC. Follow all precautions and instructions. Except

5-2Chapter 5: Support DVD & System RecoverySupport DVD informationThe support DVD that comes with the Eee PC package contains the drivers, softwar

ASUS Eee PC5-3Drivers menuThe Drivers menu shows available device drivers when the system detects installed devices. Install the necessary drivers to

5-4Chapter 5: Support DVD & System RecoveryUtilities menuThe Utilities menu shows the applications that the Eee PC supports. InstAll - Installatio

ASUS Eee PC5-5ASUS OS CleanerInstalls ASUS OS cleaner application.Ethernet UtilityInstalls the Ethernet utility.ADOBE Acrobat Reader Installs the Adob

5-6Chapter 5: Support DVD & System RecoveryContactClick the Contact tab to display the ASUS contact information. Other informationThe icons on the

ASUS Eee PC5-7System RecoveryUsing the Support DVDThe Support DVD includes an image of the operating system, installed on your system at the factory.

5-8Chapter 5: Support DVD & System RecoveryYou will lose all your data during the system recovery. Ensure to back up your important data before re

ASUS Eee PC5-98. After the system recovery is completed, eject the the Support DVD from the optical drive and click OK to restart the Eee PC.9. Aft

5-10Chapter 5: Support DVD & System Recovery

Declarations and Safety StatementsCopyright InformationLimitation of LiabilityService and SupportAAppendix

1-4Chapter 1: Introducing the Eee PCTransportation PrecautionsTo prepare the Eee PC for transport, you should close the display panel to protect the k

A-2AppendixDeclarations and Safety StatementsFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subj

ASUS Eee PCA-3(Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, National Archives

A-4AppendixDeclaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC)The following items were completed and are considered relevant and sufficient:• Es

ASUS Eee PCA-5To prevent radio interference to the licensed service (i.e. co-channel Mobile Satellite systems) this device is intended to be operated

A-6AppendixWireless Operation Channel for Different DomainsN. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14

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A-8AppendixUL Safety NoticesRequired for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connected to a telecomm

ASUS Eee PCA-9Power Safety RequirementProducts with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved power cords great

A-10AppendixNordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the

ASUS Eee PCA-11ATTENTION! Il y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du mêre ty

ASUS Eee PC1-5Preparing your Eee PCThese are only quick instructions for using your Eee PC. Read the following chapters for detailed information.1. I

A-12AppendixCopyright InformationNo part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcri

ASUS Eee PCA-13Limitation of LiabilityCircumstances may arise where because of a default on ASUS’ part or other liability, you are entitled to recover

A-14Appendix