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- Page 1 Eee Box PC User Manual...
- Page 2 ASUSTeK COMPUTER, INC. (“ASUS”). Products and corporate names mentioned in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used for identification purposes only.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Front view ....................11 Rear view ....................13 Positioning your Eee Box PC ........15 Installing the stand .................15 Installing your Eee Box PC to a monitor .........16 Setting up your Eee Box PC ........17 Connecting to a display ................17 Connecting to USB devices ..............17 Connecting to a network device ............18... - Page 4 Contents Recovering your system ...........30 Using the recovery DVD ...............30 Using the hidden partition ..............32 Eee Box PC...
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Page 5: Notices
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. Eee Box PC... -
Page 6: Canadian Department Of Communications Statement
Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Eee Box PC... -
Page 7: Safety Information
Safety information Your Eee Box PC is designed and tested to meet the latest standards of safety for information technology equipment. However, to ensure your safety, it is important that you read the following safety instructions. Setting up your system •... - Page 8 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. Eee Box PC...
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Page 9: Notes For This Manual
WARNING: Vital information that you MUST follow to prevent injury to yourself. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. TIP: Tips and useful information that help you complete a task. NOTE: Additional information for special situations. Eee Box PC... -
Page 10: Welcome
Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the Eee Box PC. The following illustration displays the package contents of your new Eee Box PC. If any of the below items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. Package contents Eee Box PC... -
Page 11: Knowing Your Eee Box Pc
Knowing your Eee Box PC Front view Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system. Hard disk LED The hard disk LED blinks when data is being written into or read from the hard disk drive. - Page 12 The stereo headphone jack (3.5mm) is used to connect the system’s audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Microphone jack The microphone jack is designed to connect the microphone used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. Eee Box PC...
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Page 13: Rear View
PC. To prevent damage to the PC, always use the supplied power adapter. The power adapter may become warm to hot when in use. Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body. Eee Box PC... - Page 14 Audio Out (S/PDIF Out) jack Plug an 3.5mm mini-jack audio cable into this jack for analog or digital audio transfer. For S/PDIF Out function, use the supplied mini jack to S/PDIF adapter to connect to your amplifier. Eee Box PC...
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Page 15: Positioning Your Eee Box Pc
Align the stand screw to the PC screw hole, and then secure the stand to the PC with a coin. Eee Box PC bottom view Screw hole Stand screw Do not place your Eee Box PC on the desktop without the stand. Eee Box PC... -
Page 16: Installing Your Eee Box Pc To A Monitor
Installing your Eee Box PC to a monitor You can also install your Eee Box PC to the back of a monitor. To do Secure the metal shelf (optional accessory) to your monitor with four screws. To fasten the metal shelf, your monitor must comply with VESA75 or VESA100 standard. -
Page 17: Setting Up Your Eee Box Pc
Setting up your Eee Box PC You need to connect peripherals before using your Eee Box PC. Connecting to a display Connect one end of a DVI cable to the display ( ) and the other end to the DVI port on the system rear panel (... -
Page 18: Connecting To A Network Device
Network hub or switch Turning on the system Connect the supplied AC adapter to the DC IN jack on the system rear panel, and then press the power switch on the front panel to turn on the system. Eee Box PC... -
Page 19: Using Your Eee Box Pc
Using your Eee Box PC Configuring wireless connection To connect to a wireless network, follow the instructions below: Connect the supplied wireless antenna to your Eee Box PC to enhance wireless signal reception. From the Windows® notification area, right-click the wireless network icon and select View Available Wireless Networks. -
Page 20: Configuring Wired Connection
To establish a wired network, follow the instructions below: Using a static IP Right-click the network icon on the notification area and select Open Network Connections. Right-click Local Area Connection and select Properties. Hightlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. Eee Box PC... -
Page 21: Using A Dynamic Ip (Pppoe Connection)
OK to finish the configuration. Using a dynamic IP (PPPoE connection) Repeat Step 1–3 in the previous section. Select Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. Click Create a new connection to start the New Connection Wizard. Eee Box PC... - Page 22 Click Next. Select Connect to the Internet and click Next. Select Set up my Select your connection type and click Next. connection manually. Enter your ISP Name and Enter your User name and click Next. Password. Click Next. Eee Box PC...
- Page 23 10. Click Finish to finish the 11. Enter your user name and configuration. password. Click Connect to connect to the Internet. Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) if you have problems connecting to the network. Eee Box PC...
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Page 24: Asus Easy Update
ASUS Easy Update ASUS Easy Update is a software tool that automatically detects and downloads the latest BIOS, drivers, and applications for your Eee Box PC. From the Windows® notification area, right-click the ASUS Easy Update icon. Select Schedule to set how often you want to update your system. -
Page 25: Eee Box Express Gate
Eee Box Express Gate is an instant-on environment that gives you quick access to web, Skype, and your photo albums. A few seconds after turning on your Eee Box PC, you will be at the Express Gate menu where you can start the web browser, Skype, or other Express Gate applications. -
Page 26: Knowing The Express Gate Keyboard Shortcuts
Enter BIOS setup Enter boot priority selection In the Express Gate environment: Function ALT + TAB Switch among applications CTRL + ALT + DEL Open Power Off box CTRL + ALT + Print Screen Save screen snapshots Eee Box PC... -
Page 27: Using The Configuration Panel
The first-time Wizard will run again when you enter the Express Gate environment. • Screen Settings: sets the optimal resolution for your display. • Volume Control: adjusts the volume of your speaker or microphone. Eee Box PC... -
Page 28: Using The Launchbar
Express Gate allows you to upload files from the hard disk drive and USB drives and to download files to USB drives only. Shows network status; click to configure network settings. Shows volume status; click to change volume. Configures input method settings as well as keyboard shortcuts. Eee Box PC... - Page 29 Customizes LaunchBar settings. Shows the “ASUS Utility” panel. Shows Express Gate version information. Opens Express Gate online Help. Opens the “Power Off” menu. You can also press CTRL + ALT + DEL on the keyboard to open this menu. Power Off...
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Page 30: Recovering Your System
(“DVDROM: XXX”) as the boot device. Pressand then press any key to continue. The ASUS Recovery System window appears. Select where to install a new system (min. 20GB space is required). Options are: Recover Windows to a partition... - Page 31 Set up your language, time zone, keyboard, computer name, and user name to enter the Windows® OS. This recovery DVD is for Eee Box PC only. DO NOT use it on other computers. Visit the ASUS website www.asus.com for any updates.
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Page 32: Using The Hidden Partition
DO NOT delete the partition named “RECOVERY.” The recovery partition is created at the factory and cannot be restored by the user if deleted. Take your system to an authorized ASUS service center if you have problems with the recovery process.