Page 3 - Contents
Eee Box PC 3 Contents Contents ....................................................................................................... 3Notices .......................................................................................................... 5Safety information ................................
Page 5 - Notices; Federal Communications Commission Statement; interference that may cause undesired operation.
Eee Box PC 5 Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and• This device must accept any interference received including interference t...
Page 6 - Canadian Department of Communications Statement; This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.; Macrovision Corporation Product Notice; unless otherwise; . Reverse engineering or
6 Eee Box PC Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies ...
Page 7 - Safety information; Setting up your system
Eee Box PC 7 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 • Read and follow all instructio...
Page 8 - CAUTION
8 Eee Box PC • Liquid has been spilled into the system. • The system does not function properly even if you follow the operating instructions. • The system was dropped or the cabinet is damaged. • The system performance changes. LASER PRODUCT WARNING CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT This symbol of the crossed ...
Page 9 - Notes for this manual
Eee Box PC 9 Notes for this manual To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout 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...
Page 10 - Welcome; Package contents
10 Eee Box PC 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 Stand Metal shelf (optional) Wireless antenna...
Page 11 - Knowing your Eee Box PC; Front view; Hard disk LED; The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the system.; Memory card slot
Eee Box PC 11 Knowing your Eee Box PC Front view Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system. 1 2 3 1 2 3 Hard disk LED The hard disk LED blinks when data is being written into or read from the hard disk drive. Power switch The power switch allows powering ON and...
Page 12 - USB port
12 Eee Box PC USB port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB devices such as keyboards, mouse devices, cameras, and hard disk drives. USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripheral acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. Headphone/Au...
Page 13 - Rear view; Wireless antenna jack
Eee Box PC 13 Rear view Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system. 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 Wireless antenna jack The jack is used to connect the supplied wireless antenna to enhance wireless signal reception. Power input (DC 19V) The supplied power adapter converts AC ...
Page 14 - DVI port
14 Eee Box PC DVI port The Digital Visual Interface (DVI) port supports a high quality VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display. USB port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB devices such as keyboards, mouse devices, cam...
Page 15 - Positioning your Eee Box PC; Installing the stand; Erect your Eee Box PC with the supplied stand. To do so:
Eee Box PC 15 Positioning your Eee Box PC Installing the stand Erect your Eee Box PC with the supplied stand. To do so: 1. Locate the screw hole on the bottom of the Eee Box PC.2. Align the stand screw to the PC screw hole, and then secure the stand to the PC with a coin. Do not place your Eee Box P...
Page 16 - Secure the metal shelf (optional accessory) to your monitor with
16 Eee Box PC Installing your Eee Box PC to a monitor You can also install your Eee Box PC to the back of a monitor. To do so: 1. 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. 2 2. Pl...
Page 17 - 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 (; DVI; port on the system rear panel (; Connecting to USB devices; USB; ports on the system rear panel.
Eee Box PC 17 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 ( 1 ) and the other end to the DVI port on the system rear panel ( 2 ). 1 2 Connecting to USB devices Connect USB devices like ...
Page 18 - Connecting to a network device; LAN; Turning on the system; DC IN
18 Eee Box PC Connecting to a network device Connect one end of a network cable to the LAN port on the system rear panel and the other end to a hub or switch. Network cable with RJ-45 connectors Network hub or switch Turning on the system Connect the supplied AC adapter to the DC IN jack on the syst...
Page 19 - Using your Eee Box PC; Configuring wireless connection; wireless network
Eee Box PC 19 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. 1. From the Windows® notification area, right-click the wireless network...
Page 20 - Configuring wired connection; To establish a wired network, follow the instructions below:; Using a static IP; and click
20 Eee Box PC Configuring wired connection To establish a wired network, follow the instructions below: Using a static IP 3. Hightlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties . 2. Right-click Local Area Connection and select Properties . 1. Right-click the network icon on the notification a...
Page 23 - Finish; to finish the; Connect; to
Eee Box PC 23 Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) if you have problems connecting to the network. 10. Click Finish to finish the configuration. 11. Enter your user name and password. Click Connect to connect to the Internet.
Page 24 - ASUS Easy Update; to set how
24 Eee Box PC 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. 2. Select Schedule to set how often you want to update your system. 3. Select Update to activate the update. 1. From the Windows...
Page 25 - Eee Box Express Gate; The first screen; Web; icons from the first
Eee Box PC 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 Gat...
Page 26 - Knowing the Express Gate keyboard shortcuts; Key
26 Eee Box PC Knowing the Express Gate keyboard shortcuts The following are frequently-used Express Gate keyboard shortcuts. In the first screen: Key Function PAUSE/BREAK Power-off ESC Enter OS DEL Enter BIOS setup F8 Enter boot priority selection In the Express Gate environment: Key Function ALT + ...
Page 27 - Using the Configuration panel
Eee Box PC 27 Using the Configuration panel The configuration panel allows you to change Express Gate settings. Click an icon to open a configuration tool. The following tools are available: • Date and Time : sets date and time as well as time zone. • Input Language : configures input method setting...
Page 28 - Using the LaunchBar
28 Eee Box PC Using the LaunchBar The LaunchBar contains application and system status icons. The LaunchBar can be hidden or located on any side of the screen. Starts the Web Browser for quick access to the World Wide Web. Starts the Photo Manager album/organizer tool. Starts the Chat instant messag...
Page 29 - CTRL
Eee Box PC 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 Enter OS Cancel and return to Express Gat...
Page 30 - Recovering your system; Using the recovery DVD
30 Eee Box PC Recovering your system Using the recovery DVD The recovery DVD includes an image of the operating system installed on your system at the factory. The recovery DVD, working with the support CD, provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores your system to its original ...
Page 31 - Insert the support CD into the optical drive when you are asked
Eee Box PC 31 5. Insert the support CD into the optical drive when you are asked to. After the system recovery is completed, restart the computer. 6. After the system reboots, Windows® will begin system configurations and install drivers and utilities. 7. Set up your language, time zone, keyboard, c...
Page 32 - Using the hidden partition; to select; ASUS Recovery System; window appears. Select; Recover; Select a partition with min. 20GB space and click; Next; Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery
32 Eee Box PC Using the hidden partition The recovery partition includes an image of the operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your system at the factory. The recovery partition provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores your system’s software to its original wo...