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Eee Box PC
User Manual
Eee Box B2 Series / EB Series
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E4635
First Edition V1
May 2009
Copyright © 2009 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.
No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of 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. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this manual are correct and up to date. However, the manufacturer makes no guarantee regarding the accuracy of its contents, and reserves the right to make changes without prior notice.
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Notices........................................................................................................... |
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Safety information.................................................................................... |
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Notes for this manual............................................................................... |
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Welcome..................................................................... |
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Package contents.................................................................................... |
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Knowing your Eee Box PC......................................... |
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Front view.................................................................................................. |
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Rear view.................................................................................................... |
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Using the remote control (on selected models).......................... |
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Setting up the remote control (on selected models)................. |
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Positioning your Eee Box PC..................................... |
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Installing the stand................................................................................. |
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Installing your Eee Box PC to a monitor.......................................... |
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Setting up your Eee Box PC...................................... |
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Connecting to a display........................................................................ |
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Connecting to USB devices.................................................................. |
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Connecting to a network device........................................................ |
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Turning on the system........................................................................... |
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Using your Eee Box PC.............................................. |
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Configuring wireless connection....................................................... |
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Configuring wired connection........................................................... |
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Using a static IP.................................................................................. |
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Using a dynamic IP (PPPoE connection)................................... |
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Bluetooth wireless connection (on selected models)................ |
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Configuring audio output via an HDMI device............................. |
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ASUS Easy Update................................................................................... |
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Recovering your system............................................ |
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Using the recovery DVD........................................................................ |
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Using the hidden partition.................................................................. |
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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.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there 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 equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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.
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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 with Canadian ICES-003.
Macrovision Corporation Product Notice
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other
intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. 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.
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.
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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 instructions in the documentation before you operate your system.
•Do not use this product near water or a heated source such as a radiator.
•Set up the system on a stable surface with the provided stand. Never use the system alone without the stand.
•Openings on the chassis are for ventilation. Do not block or cover these openings. Make sure you leave plenty of space around the system for ventilation. Never insert objects of any kind into the ventilation openings.
•Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0˚C and 35˚C.
•If you use an extension cord, make sure that the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed its ampere rating.
Care during use
•Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it.
•Do not spill water or any other liquids on your system.
•When the system is turned off, a small amount of electrical current still flows. Always unplug all power, modem, and network cables from the power outlets before cleaning the system.
•If you encounter the following technical problems with the product, unplug the power cord and contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
• The power cord or plug is damaged.
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Lithium-Ion Battery Warning
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
LASER PRODUCT WARNING
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
NO DISASSEMBLY 
The warranty does not apply to the products that have been disassembled by users
DO NOT throw the Eee Box PC in municipal waste.This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling.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 technical support services for product recycling.
DO NOT throw the battery in municipal waste.This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local technical support services for battery replacement.
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European Union Eco-label
This Eee Box PC has been awarded the EU Flower label, which means that this product has the following characteristics:
1.Decreased energy consumption during use and stand-by modes.
2.Limited use of toxic heavy metals.
3.Limited use of substances harmful to the environment and health.
4.Reduction of the use of natural resources by encouraging recycling.
5.Extended product lifetime through the availability of spare parts.
6.Reduced solid waste through takeback policy.
For more information on the EU Flower label, please visit the European Union Eco-label website at http://europa.eu.int/ecolabel.
Takeback and Recycling
Old computers, notebook computers, and other electronic equipment contain hazardous chemicals that are harmful to the environment when disposed in a landfill with trash. By recycling the metals, plastics, and components found in an old computer will be broken down and reused to make new products. 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.
For further information about ASUS product recycling and contacts, please visit GreenASUS Takeback and Recycling page (http://green. asus.com/english/takeback.htm)
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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: Tips and useful information that help you complete a task.
NOTE: Additional information for special situations.
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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
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VESA mount and Screw pack |
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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.
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Knowing your Eee Box PC
Front view
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system.
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Hard disk LED
The hard disk LED blinks when data is being written into or read from the hard disk drive.
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Power switch
The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the system.
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Memory card slot
The built-in memory card reader reads MMC/SD/SDHC/ MS/MS Pro cards used in devices like digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones, and PDAs.
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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.
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Headphone/Audio Out jack
The stereo headphone jack (3.5mm) is used to connect the system’s audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones.
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Microphone jack
The microphone jack is designed to connect the microphone used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.
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Rear view
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system.
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Wireless antenna jack
The jack is used to connect the supplied wireless antenna to enhance wireless signal reception.
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Power input (DC 12V)
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. Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body.
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HDMI port
The HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) port supports a Full-HD device such as an LCD TV or monitor to allow viewing on a larger external display.
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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.
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LAN port
The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network.
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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.
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Using the remote control (on selected models)
Use the remote to launch the Eee Cinema program to play media files. Refer to the next page to familiarize yourself with the functions of the remote control buttons.
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LED indicator: Lights up red when you press a button. |
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Pause: Press to pause a playback. |
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Power: Press to toggle between on and standby mode. |
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Stop: Press to stop playing a media file. |
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Play: Press to play a media file. |
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Fast-foward: Press to fast-forward a media file. |
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10Channel up/down: Press to change TV channels.*
11Video: Press to launch the Videos menu in Eee Cinema.
12Music: Press to launch the Music menu in Eee Cinema.
13Enter: Press to confirm a selection.
14Color buttons: Press to access menu options in Eee Cinema or in Teletext mode. (The button functions may vary with areas.)
15Teletext on/off: Press to turn on/off Teletext mode. (This function is available in certain areas only.)
16Clear: Press to clear input information.
17Numeric buttons: Press to enter numbers or select a channel.*
18Eee Cinema: Press to launch Eee Cinema.
19Photos: Press to launch the Photos menu in Eee Cinema.
20Volume up/down: Press to increase/decrease volume.
21Mute: Press to disable audio output.
22Four-way navigation buttons: Press to scroll through menu options.
23Return: Press to return to the previous page.
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Setting up the remote control (on selected models)
1.Plug the IR receiver into any of the USB ports on your Eee Box PC.
2.Place the IR receiver on a stable surface.
3.Aim the remote control at the receiver when using the remote.
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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.
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Stand screw
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Do not place your Eee Box PC on the desktop without the stand.
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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 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.
2.Place your Eee Box PC on the VESA mount noting the correct alignment, and then secure the PC to the VESA mount with a coin.
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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 the supplied HDMI/DVI cable to an LCD TV or an LCD monitor 1 ) and the other end to the HDMI port on the system rear panel 2 ).
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Connecting to USB devices
Connect USB devices like wired/wireless keyboards (varying with areas), mouse devices, and printers to the USB ports on the system rear panel.
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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.
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Network cable with RJ-45 connectors
Network hub or switch
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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.
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•When your Eee Box PC is not in use, unplug the power adapter or switch off the AC outlet to save on power consumption.
•Adjust the power management settings in the Window® Control Panel.This is to ensure that your Eee Box PC is set to a low power consumption mode and is fully operational at the same time.
To enter the BIOS setup, press <F2> repeatedly during bootup.
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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.
The screenshots shown in this section are for Windows® XP operating system.
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Connected.
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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
1.Right-click the network icon on the notification area and select Open Network Connections.
2.Right-click Local Area Connection and select Properties.
3.Hightlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.
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4.Select Use the following IP address.
5.Enter your IP address,
Subnet mask and Default gateway.
6.If needed, enter the
Preferred DNS server address.
7.After entering all of the related values, click OK to finish the configuration.
Using a dynamic IP (PPPoE connection)
1.Repeat Step 1–3 in the previous section.
2Select Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK.
3.Click Create a new connection to start the New Connection Wizard.
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4.Click Next.
6.Select Set up my connection manually.
8.Enter your ISP Name and click Next.
5.Select Connect to the Internet and click Next.
7.Select your connection type and click Next.
9.Enter your User name and Password. Click Next.
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10.Click Finish to finish the configuration.
11.Enter your user name and password. Click Connect to connect to the Internet.
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Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) if you have problems connecting to the network.
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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.
1.Double-click the Bluetooth icon on the Windows® notification area to start the connection wizard.
2.Select the Bluetooth device you want to connect to from the list and click Next to continue.
If you do not see the device you want to connect on the Bluetooth device list, click Refresh to search for the Bluetooth devices again.
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3.You may need to enter the password if the device requires authentication.
4.The device you connect to will be shown after the setup completes
5.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.
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Configuring audio output via an HDMI device
If you use your TV with an HDMI connector as an audio output device, connect it to the Home Theater PC and follow the steps below to configure audio settings:
The screenshots shown in this section are for Windows® XP operating system.
1.Double-click the audio icon on the Windows® notification area.
2.Under the Mixer window, select Realtek HDA HDMI Out.
3.Click OK to exit the setup.
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