PC EB1030
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EB1030/ EB1031/ EB1033
User Manual
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English
Copyright © 2012 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.
E6785
First Edition
January 2012
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Contents
Contents .......................................................................................................3
Notices .......................................................................................................... 4
Safety information .................................................................................... 9
Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and
Declaration ........................................................................................11
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ...........................................11
ENERGY STAR complied product ................................................12
Notes for this manual ............................................................................12
Welcome ....................................................................13
Package contents ....................................................................................13
Knowing your PC ......................................................14
Front view ..................................................................................................14
Rear view ....................................................................................................16
Positioning your PC ..................................................18
Installing the stand (optional) ............................................................18
Installing your PC to a monitor (optional) .....................................19
Setting up your PC ....................................................22
Connecting to a display ........................................................................22
Connecting to USB devices .................................................................22
Connecting to a network device .......................................................23
Connecting to LAN ..........................................................................23
Connecting to Wi-Fi via wireless antenna ...............................23
Turning on the system ..........................................................................24
Using your PC ............................................................25
Configuring wireless connection ......................................................25
Configuring wired connection ...........................................................26
ASUS Easy Update ..................................................................................30
Recovering your system ...........................................31
Using the recovery partition ...............................................................31
Using the USB storage device (USB Restore) ................................33
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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:
• Thisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference,and
• Thisdevicemustacceptanyinterferencereceivedincluding
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:
• Reorientorrelocatethereceivingantenna.
• Increasetheseparationbetweentheequipmentandreceiver.
• Connecttheequipmenttoanoutletonacircuitdifferentfrom
that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consultthedealeroranexperiencedradio/TVtechnicianfor
help.
CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the grantee of this device could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
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Declaration of Conformity
(R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC)
The following items were completed and are considered relevant
and sufficient:
• Essentialrequirementsasin[Article3]
• Protectionrequirementsforhealthandsafetyasin[Article3.1a]
• Testingforelectricsafetyaccordingto[EN60950]
• Protectionrequirementsforelectromagneticcompatibilityin
[Article3.1b]
• Testingforelectromagneticcompatibilityaccordingto[EN301
489-1]&[EN301489-17]
• Effectiveuseoftheradiospectrumasin[Article3.2]
• Radiotestsuitesaccordingto[EN300328-2]
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. End-users and
installers must be provide with antenna installation instructions
and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure
compliance.
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CE Marking
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”
and 2006/95/EC “Low voltage directive”.
CE marking for devices with wireless LAN/ Bluetooth
This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 1999/5/
EC of the European Parliament and Commission from 9 March, 1999
governing Radio and Telecommunications Equipment and mutual
recognition of conformity.
Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains
N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through CH11
Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14
Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13
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France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands
Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst
case maximum authorized power indoors are:
• 10mWfortheentire2.4GHzband(2400MHz–2483.5MHz)
• 100mWforfrequenciesbetween2446.5MHzand2483.5MHz
Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446.6 MHz
to 2483.5 MHz.
There are few possibilities for outdoor use: On private property or on
the private property of public persons, use is subject to a preliminary
authorization procedure by the Ministry of Defense, with maximum
authorizedpowerof100mWinthe2446.5–2483.5MHzband.Use
outdoors on public property is not permitted.
In the departments listed below, for the entire 2.4 GHz band:
• Maximumauthorizedpowerindoorsis100mW
• Maximumauthorizedpoweroutdoorsis10mW
Departmentsinwhichtheuseofthe2400–2483.5MHzbandis
permitted with an EIRP of less than 100mW indoors and less than
10mW outdoors:
01 Ain 02 Aisne 03 Allier
05 Hautes Alpes 08 Ardennes 09 Ariège
11 Aude 12 Aveyron 16 Charente
24 Dordogne 25 Doubs 26 Drôme
32 Gers 36 Indre 37 Indre et Loire
41 Loir et Cher 45 Loiret 50 Manche
55 Meuse 58 Nièvre 59 Nord
60 Oise 61 Orne 63 Puy du Dôme
64 Pyrénées Atlantique 66 Pyrénées Orientales
67 Bas Rhin 68 Haut Rhin
70 Haute Saône 71 Saône et Loire
75 Paris 82 Tarn et Garonne
84Vaucluse 88Vosges 89Yonne
90TerritoiredeBelfort 94ValdeMarne
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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.
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.arcep.fr)
Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW, but more than 10mW.
IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with IC
RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact
to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. End users must
follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure
compliance.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• Thisdevicemaynotcauseinterferenceand
• Thisdevicemustacceptanyinterference,includinginterference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.
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://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.
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Safety information
Your 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
• Readandfollowallinstructionsinthedocumentationbeforeyou
operate your system.
• Donotusethisproductnearwateroraheatedsourcesuchasa
radiator.
• Usetheprovidedstandaccordingtoneed.Besuretosetupthe
system on a stable surface when using the stand.
• Openingsonthechassisareforventilation.Donotblockorcover
these openings. Make sure you leave plenty of space around the
system for ventilation. Never insert objects of any kind into the
ventilation openings.
• Usethisproductinenvironmentswithambienttemperatures
between 0˚C and 35˚C.
• Ifyouuseanextensioncord,makesurethatthetotalampere
rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not
exceed its ampere rating.
Care during use
• Donotwalkonthepowercordorallowanythingtorestonit.
• Donotspillwateroranyotherliquidsonyoursystem.
• Settingtherotationwheeluprightwhenthesystemisinuseis
recommended.
• Whenthesystemisturnedoff,asmallamountofelectrical
current still flows. Always unplug all power, modem, and network
cables from the power outlets before cleaning the system.
• Ifyouencounterthefollowingtechnicalproblemswiththe
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product, unplug the power cord and contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
• Thepowercordorplugisdamaged.
• Liquidhasbeenspilledintothesystem.
• Thesystemdoesnotfunctionproperlyevenifyoufollow
the operating instructions.
• Thesystemwasdroppedorthecabinetisdamaged.
• Thesystemperformancechanges.
DO NOT throw the 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.
NO DISASSEMBLY
The warranty does not apply to the products that
have been disassembled by users
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.
LASER PRODUCT WARNING
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
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.
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Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and
Declaration
ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture
our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle
of ASUS product is in line with global environmental regulations. In
addition, ASUS disclose the relevant information based on regulation
requirements.
Please refer to http://csr.asus.com/english/Compliance.htm for
information disclosure based on regulation requirements ASUS is
complied with:
Japan JIS-C-0950 Material Declarations
EU REACH SVHC
Swiss Energy Laws
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services
ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment
to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe
in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our
products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging
materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for
detailed recycling information in different regions.
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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:VitalinformationthatyouMUSTfollowtoprevent
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.
ENERGY STAR complied product
ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S.
Department of Energy helping us all save money
and protect the environment through energy
efficient products and practices.
All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR
logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power
management feature is enabled by default. The monitor and
computer are automatically set to sleep after 15 and 30 minutes of
user inactivity. To wake your computer, click the mouse or press any
key on the keyboard.
Please visit http://www.energy.gov/powermanagement for
detail information on power management and its benefits to the
environment. In addition, please visit http://www.energystar.gov for
detail information on the ENERGY STAR joint program.
ENERGY STAR is NOT supported on FreeDOS-based products or
without OS.
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Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of EB1030/ EB1031/ EB1033. The
following illustrations display the package contents of your new
PC. If any of the below items is damaged or missing, contact your
retailer.
Package contents
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EB1030/ EB1031/ EB1033 Stand (optional)
VESA mount and Screw pack
(optional)
Remote Receiver
(optional)
Antenna
Mini jack to S/PDIF adapter
(EB1031/EB1033)
AC adapter Power cord
Quick Start Guide
Remote Control (optional) Warranty card Quick start guide
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 PC
Front view
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side
of the system.
1
Memory card slot
The built-in memory card reader reads MMC/SD/SDHC/
SDXC cards used in devices like digital cameras, MP3 players,
mobile phones, and PDAs.
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2
1
5
4
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2
Power switch
The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the system.
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.
Microphone jack
The microphone jack is designed to connect the
microphone used for video conferencing, voice narrations,
or simple audio recordings.
Headphone/Audio Out (S/PDIF Out) jack
The stereo headphone jack is used to connect the system’s
audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Plug
an 3.5mm mini-jack audio cable into this jack for analog or
digital audio transfer.
For S/PDIF Out function, use the optional mini jack
to S/PDIF adapter to connect to your amplifier.
(EB1031/ EB1033 only)
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5
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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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Antenna jack
The jack is used to connect the supplied wireless antenna to
enhance wireless signal reception.
The antenna is installable/ removable according to need.
Fasten the antenna onto the PC for better signal reception
when Wi-Fi is in use.
HDMI port
The HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) port
supportsaFull-HDdevicesuchasanLCDTVormonitorto
allow viewing on a larger external display.
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2
3
4
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2
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3
4
5
6
USB port (3.0) (EB1031/EB1033)
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.
Serial Port (COM Port) (EB1030)
The 9-pin D-sub serial port supports native serial devices
such as a serial drawing tablets, serial mouse, or serial
modem.
LAN port
The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet
cable for connection to a local network.
Display (Monitor) Output
The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard
VGA-compatibledevicesuchasamonitororprojectorto
allow viewing on a larger external display.
Power input (DC 19V, 2.1A)
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.
Kensington® Lock Port
The Kensington® lock port allows the PC to be secured
using Kensington® compatible security products. These
security products usually include a metal cable and lock
that prevent the PC to be removed from a fixed object.
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Positioning your PC
Installing the stand (optional)
Erect your EB1030/ EB1031/ EB1033 with the optional stand.
To do so:
1. Locate the screw hole on the bottom of the PC.
2. Align the stand screw to the PC screw hole, and then secure the
stand to the PC with a screw driver.
Stand screw
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Installing your PC to a monitor
(optional)
You can also install your EB1030/ EB1031/ EB1033 to the back of a
monitor. To do so:
1. SecuretheoptionalVESAmounttoyourmonitorwiththefour
screwsprovidedbytheVESAmountkit.
TofastentheVESAmount,yourmonitormustcomplywithVESA75
orVESA100standard.
1
2
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2. PlaceyourPContotheVESAmountnotingthecorrect
alignment,andthensecurethePCtotheVESAmountfrom
below with the stand screw.
2
1
3
Make sure that the ASUS trademark on the rotation wheel of
theVESAmountissettoitscustomarypositionwhenputting
in the PC so that the machine can rotate properly.
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3. TheVESAmountisdesignedforyoutorotatethePCsotouse
the front and rear I/O ports at convenient angles. To turn the PC
securedintheVESAmount,presstheleverswitchatthebottom
oftheVESAmounttounlockthewheel.Thenturnaccordingto
preference.
1
2
3
1. Setting the rotation wheel upright when the system is in
use is recommended.
2. Please take note of the cables connected to the PC while
operating the rotation wheel. To prevent hazards from
loosened cables, the wheel is designed to rotate no more
than 90° clock/ counterclock-wise.
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Setting up your PC
You need to connect peripherals before using your EB1030/ EB1031/
EB1033.
Connecting to a display
ConnectoneendoftheVGAcabletoanLCDmonitor(
1
) and the
other end to the Display (Monitor) Output port on the system rear
panel (
2
).
1
2
Connecting to USB devices
Connect USB devices like wired/wireless keyboards (vary by areas),
mouse devices, and printers to the USB ports on the system front or
rear panels.
X
LCD monitor
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Connecting to a network device
Network cable with RJ-45 connectors
Network hub or switch
Connecting to LAN
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.
Connecting to Wi-Fi via wireless antenna
The wireless antenna is provided for enhancing wireless signal
reception. The antenna is installable/ removable according to need. Fasten
the antenna onto the PC for better signal reception when Wi-Fi is in use
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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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2
4
1
3
• WhenyourPCisnotinuse,unplugthepoweradapterorswitch
off the AC outlet to save on power consumption.
• AdjustthepowermanagementsettingsintheWindow®
Control Panel. This is to ensure that your 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 PC
All screenshots in this section are for reference only. Actual screen
imagesmayvarywithoperatingsystems.VisittheASUSwebsiteat
www.asus.com for the latest information.
Conguring wireless connection
To connect to a wireless network, follow the instructions below:
For security concerns, DO NOT connect to an unsecured network.
Otherwise, the transmitted information without encryption might
be visible to others.
1. Click the wireless network icon with an orange star in the
Windows® Notification area.
3. When connecting, you may have to enter a password.
4. After a connection has been established, the connection is
shown on the list.
5. You can see the wireless network icon in the Notification
area.
2. Select the wireless access point you
want to connect to from the list and click
Connect to build the connection.
If you cannot find the desired access
point, click the Refresh icon on the
upper right corner to refresh and search
in the list again.
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Conguring wired connection
To establish a wired network, follow the instructions below:
Using a dynamic IP / PPPoE network connection:
1. Click the network icon with a
yellow warning triangle in the
Windows® Notification area and
select Open Network and Sharing
Center.
2. Click Change adapter
settings in the left blue
pane.
3. Right-click Local Area
Connection and select
Properties.
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4. Click Internet Protocol
Version 4(TCP/IPv4) and
click Properties.
5. Click Obtain an IP address
automatically and click
OK.
6. Return to the Network
and Sharing Center and
then click Set up a new
connection or network.
(Continue the following steps if using PPPoE)
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7. Select Connect to the
Internet and click Next.
8. Select Broadband (PPPoE)
and click Next.
9. Enter your User name and,
Password, and Connection
name. Click Connect.
10. Click Close to finish the
configuration.
11. Click the network icon
in the taskbar and click
the connection you just
created.
12. Enter your user name and
password. Click Connect to
connect to the Internet.
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Using a static IP:
1. Repeatsteps1–4inUsinga
dynamic IP to start the static IP
network configuration.
2 Click Use the following IP
address.
3. Enter the IP address, Subnet
mask and Gateway from your
service provider.
4. If needed, enter the preferred
DNS Server address and
alternative address.
5. After entering all the related values, click OK to build the
network connection.
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ASUS Easy Update
ASUS Easy Update is a software tool that automatically detects and
downloads the latest BIOS, drivers, and applications for your 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® notification
area, right-click the ASUS Easy
Update icon.
4. Click OK to display the
items you can download.
5. Check the item(s) you want
to download, and then click
OK.
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