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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.
Configuring wireless connection ............1 Configuring wired connection ............2 Using a static IP .................2 Using a dynamic IP (PPPoE connection) ........ Bluetooth wireless connection (on selected models) ....6 Configuring audio output via an HDMI device ......8 ASUS Easy Update ..................9 EeeBox PC...
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Contents TotalMedia Center ..................40 Main menu ..................40 Game.....................40 Movie ....................41 Music .....................41 Photo ....................42 Video .....................42 TotalMedia Theater ................4 Recovering your system ...........44 Using the hidden partition ..............44 EeeBox PC...
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 that may cause undesired operation.
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RF exposure warning This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
CE 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. CE marking for devices without wireless LAN/Bluetooth The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of the EEC directives 2004/108/EC “Electromagnetic compatibility”...
France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized power indoors are: • 10mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz–248.5 MHz) • 100mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 248.5 MHz Channels 10 through 1 inclusive operate in the band 2446.6 MHz to 248.5 MHz.
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. 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...
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Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we publish the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. EeeBox PC...
Safety information Your EeeBox 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 instructions in the documentation before you operate your system.
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• 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. Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
And, the environment is protected from any uncontrolled release of harmful chemicals. ASUS works with recycling vendors with the highest standards for protecting our environment, ensuring worker safety, and complying with global environmental laws. Our commitment to recycling our old equipment grows out of our work to protect the environment in many ways.
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.
HDMI cable (optional) (optional) pack (optional) If the device or its components fail or malfunction during normal and proper use within the warranty period, bring the warranty card to the ASUS Service Center for replacement of the defective components. EeeBox PC...
Knowing your EeeBox 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. Power switch The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the system.
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Slot-in DVD + – RW player The slot-in DVD + – RW player provides a convenient and quick way to write files to a disc. Memory card slot The built-in memory card reader reads MMC/SD/SDHC/ MS/MS Pro cards used in devices like digital cameras, MP players, mobile phones, and PDAs.
Rear view Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system. AN T. HD MI E-S AT A Wireless antenna jack The jack is used to connect the supplied wireless antenna to enhance wireless signal reception. USB port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB devices such as keyboards, mouse devices, cameras,...
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Kensington® Lock port The Kensington® lock port allows the EeeBox to be secured using Kensington® compatible security products. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the EeeBox PC to be removed from a fixed object. Display (Monitor) Output The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to...
Power input (DC 19V) The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the PC. To prevent damage to the PC, always use the supplied power adapter. The power adapter may become warm to hot when in use.
Using the wireless antenna The wireless antenna is connected to your EeeBox PC for enhancing wireless signal reception. Do not rotate the wireless antenna to the 180°–270° angle for preventing damage. When the EeeBox PC is installed to a monitor with the VESA mount, the monitor may block and affect the antenna’s signal reception performance.
Setting up the remote control (on selected models) Plug the IR receiver into any of the USB ports on your Eee Box Place the IR receiver on a stable surface. Aim the remote control at the receiver when using the remote. EeeBox PC...
Using the remote control (on selected models) Use the remote to launch the Windows® MCE (Media Center) or control the TotalMedia Center to play media files. Refer to the next page to familiarize yourself with the functions of the remote control buttons.
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Power: Press to turn on/off your PC. Pause: Press to pause a playback. Stop: Press to stop playing a media file. Play: Press to play a media file. Fast-foward: Press to fast-forward a media file. Next track: Press to go to the next track. Information: Press to display program information under the Windows MCE or other menu options.
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Four-way navigation buttons: Press to scroll through menu options. Return: Press to return to the previous page. Windows MCE: Press to open the Windows MCE. Previous track: Press to go back to the previous track. Rewind: Press to rewind a media file. Record: Press to start recording TV.* *The TV function is available in certain areas only.
Positioning your EeeBox PC Installing the stand Erect your EeeBox PC with the supplied stand. To do so: Locate the screw hole on the bottom of the EeeBox PC. Align the stand screw to the PC screw hole, and then secure the stand to the PC with a screw driver.
Installing your EeeBox PC to a monitor You can also install your EeeBox PC to the back of a monitor. To do Secure the VESA mount to your monitor with four screws (HNM/ M4 x 8). To fasten the VESA mount, your monitor must comply with VESA75 or VESA100 standard.
Setting up your EeeBox PC You need to connect peripherals before using your EeeBox PC. Connecting to a display Connect one end of the HDMI/VGA cable to an LCD TV or an LCD monitor ( ) and the other end to the HDMI/Display (Monitor) Output port on the system rear panel ( LCD monitor LCD TV...
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 EeeBox PC...
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. • When your EeeBox PC is not in use, unplug the power adapter or switch off the AC outlet to save on power consumption.
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. For security concerns, DO NOT connect to an unsecured network. Otherwise, the transmitted information without encryption might be visible to others.
Configuring wired connection The screenshots shown in this section are for Windows® XP operating system. 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.
Select Use the following IP address. Enter your IP address, Subnet mask and Default gateway. If needed, enter the Preferred DNS server address. After entering all of the related values, click OK to finish the configuration. Using a dynamic IP (PPPoE connection) Repeat Step 1– in the previous section.
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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. EeeBox PC...
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10. Click Finish to finish the 11. Enter your user name and password. Click Connect to configuration. connect to the Internet. Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) if you have problems connecting to the network. EeeBox PC...
Bluetooth wireless connection (on selected models) Follow the instructions below to build Bluetooth wireless connection. The screenshots shown in this section are for Windows® XP operating system. Double-click the Bluetooth icon on the Windows® notification area to start the connection wizard. Select the Bluetooth device you want to connect to from the list and click Next to...
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You may need to enter the password if the device requires authentication. The device you connect to will be shown after the setup completes Click the New Connection button and follow the previous instructions to add more Bluetooth devices. Your Eee Box PC can connect multiple devices at a time via Bluetooth.
Configuring audio output via an HDMI device If you use an HDMI display device as an audio output device, follow the steps below to configure the audio output. The screenshots shown in this section are for Windows® XP operating system. Double-click the audio icon on the Windows®...
ASUS Easy Update ASUS Easy Update is a software tool that automatically detects and downloads the latest BIOS, drivers, and applications for your EeeBox 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.
TotalMedia Center TotalMedia Center is a complete multimedia center that enhances the enjoyment of your music, photos, videos, and movies. To launch the program, click the TotalMedia Center icon on the desktop. TotalMedia Center is only available on selected models. Main menu The main menu contains five functions including Game, Movie, Music, Photo, and Video.
Movie The Movie function allows you to play DVDs. The built-in optical disk drive and the supported format may vary with models. Music The Music function allows you to listen to music files or audio CDs with visualizations and create playlists for your favorite songs. EeeBox PC...
Photo The Photo function lets you view your photos in a slideshow or apply minor fixes to your photos. Video The Video function allows you to play your video files. EeeBox PC...
TotalMedia Theater 3 TotalMedia Theater allows you to play DVDs. When you insert a DVD into the optical drive, it will begin to play automatically. TotalMedia Theater also supports Youtube DXVA, WMV HD DXVA, MCE plug-in, and playback of video files. •...
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.
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