Asus E210 Series User manual

Mini Desktop PC
(Thin Client)
User Guide
E210 Series
E10148b
Revised Edition V2
January 2015

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Table of Contents
About this user guide ....................................................................................... 6
Conventions used in this user guide ......................................................... 7
Typography......................................................................................................... 7
Icons ............................................................................................................... 7
Safety information ............................................................................................. 8
Setting up your system................................................................................... 8
Care during use................................................................................................. 9
Proper disposal.................................................................................................. 9
Package contents.............................................................................................11
Chapter 1: Mini Desktop PC parts and features
Getting to know your Mini Desktop PC ...................................................14
Front view..........................................................................................................14
Rear view ...........................................................................................................16
Chapter 2: Hardware setup
Positioning your Mini Desktop PC .............................................................20
Mounting your Mini Desktop PC on the stand ....................................20
Installing your Mini Desktop PC to a monitor......................................21
Using your Mini Desktop PC.........................................................................25
Connecting to an external display ...........................................................25
Connecting to a USB device .......................................................................26
Connecting the wireless antenna.............................................................27
Turning on your Mini Desktop PC ............................................................28
Conguring the audio output via an HDMI device............................29
Chapter 3: Supported operating systems
Working with Windows®Embedded 7......................................................32
Starting for the rst time .............................................................................32
Using the Start menu ....................................................................................33
Using the taskbar............................................................................................34
Using the notication area..........................................................................35
Using Windows® Explorer............................................................................36
Backing up les ...............................................................................................38
Restoring your system settings .................................................................38

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Using Windows® Embedded 7 Action Center ......................................39
Using Windows® Update..............................................................................39
Setting up a user account and password...............................................40
Using Windows® Help and Support.........................................................40
Connecting on Windows® Embedded 7.................................................41
Wired connection...........................................................................................42
Working with Windows®Embedded 8......................................................45
Starting for the rst time .............................................................................45
Windows® Embedded 8 lock screen........................................................45
Windows® UI.....................................................................................................46
Working with Windows® apps ...................................................................50
Charms bar........................................................................................................54
Snap feature .....................................................................................................56
Other keyboard shortcuts ...........................................................................58
Connecting to wireless networks .............................................................60
Bluetooth ..........................................................................................................62
Airplane mode.................................................................................................64
Connecting to wired networks..................................................................65
Conguring a dynamic IP/PPPoE network connection ....................65
Turning your Mini Desktop PC o ............................................................68
Putting your Mini Desktop PC to sleep...................................................68
Working with Windows®Embedded 8.1...................................................69
Starting for the rst time .............................................................................69
Windows® UI.....................................................................................................70
Start button ......................................................................................................74
Customizing your Start screen...................................................................76
Working with Windows® apps ...................................................................77
Customizing apps...........................................................................................77
Accessing the Apps screen..........................................................................79
Charms bar........................................................................................................81
Snap feature .....................................................................................................83

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Other keyboard shortcuts ...........................................................................85
Connecting to the Internet.........................................................................87
Turning your Mini Desktop PC o ............................................................92
Putting your Mini Desktop PC on sleep mode.....................................92
Windows® Embedded 8.1 lock screen.....................................................93
Customizing your lock screen....................................................................94
Chapter 4: BIOS Setup
Entering the BIOS Setup ................................................................................98
Quickly enter the BIOS..................................................................................99
Chapter 5: Recovering your system
Recovery options on Windows®Embedded 8.1 ................................. 102
Removing everything and reinstalling Windows............................. 102
Appendices
REACH .......................................................................................................... 104
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services....................................................... 104
Coating Notice.............................................................................................. 104
Federal Communications Commission Statement.......................... 105
RF exposure warning.................................................................................. 106
Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC)............... 106
France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands .................................... 107
Canadian Department of Communications Statement................. 109
IC Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada ................................... 109
ASUS Contact Information......................................................................... 112

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About this user guide
This user guide provides information about the hardware and
software features of your Mini Desktop PC, organized through the
following chapters:
Chapter 1: Mini Desktop PC parts and features
This chapter details the hardware components of your Mini
Desktop PC.
Chapter 2: Hardware setup
This chapter provides you with information on how to prepare
and setup your Mini Desktop PC for usage.
Chapter 3: Supported operating systems
This chapter provides an overview of using operating systems in
your Mini Desktop PC.
Chapter 4: BIOS setup
This chapter provides information on how to enter BIOS mode
in your Mini Desktop PC.
Chapter 5: Recovering your system
This chapter provides recovery options for your Mini Desktop
PC.
Appendices
This section includes notices and safety statements your Mini
Desktop PC.
NOTE: For Windows® Embedded 8.1 OS, the user manual is located
in the following folder in your PC: C:\Program Files(X86)\ASUS\
eManual

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Conventions used in this user guide
To highlight key information in this user guide, some text are
presented as follows:
IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be
followed to complete a task.
NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can
help complete tasks.
WARNING! This message contains important information that must
be followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent
damage to your Mini Desktop PC's data and components.
Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected.
Italic = This indicates sections that you can refer to in this user
guide.
Icons
The icons below indicate the devices you can use for completing
a series of tasks or procedures while working on the Windows®
Embedded 8.1 operating system of your Mini Desktop PC.
= Use a mouse.
= Use a keyboard.
Typography

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Safety information
Your Mini Desktop 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.
NOTE: While working on your Mini Desktop PC, ensure that you
mount it in an upright position using its stand. For more details, refer
to the Mounting your Mini Desktop PC on the stand section in this
manual.

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Proper disposal
Do not throw your Mini Desktop PC in municipal waste. This
product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts
and recycling. The 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.
Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. The symbol
of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery
should not be placed in municipal waste.
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o,asmallamountofelectrical
current still ows. 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 qualied service
technician or your retailer.
 • Thepowercordorplugisdamaged.
 • 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.

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NO DISASSEMBLY
The warranty does not apply to the products that
have been disassembled by users
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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Package contents
NOTES:
• Actualproductspecicationsandpackagecontentsmayvary
with your Mini Desktop PC's model type or with country or
region.
• 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.
Your Mini Desktop PC package contains the following items:
Mini Desktop PC E210 Series
main box
Power cable
Technical documentations
AC power adapter
VESA mounting plate
4 pcs. 8mm screws for
VESA mounting plate
antenna
stand (optional)
X
keyboard (optional)
mouse (optional)

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1
Mini Desktop PC
parts and features
Chapter 1: Mini Desktop PC
parts and features

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Getting to know your
Mini Desktop PC
Front view
Memory card slot
The built-in memory card reader enables your Mini Desktop
PC to read and write data to and from MMC/SD/SDHC/SDXC
cards.
Power button
The power button allows powering ON and OFF the system.

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BIOS key
Before booting up the system, insert a straightened paper
clip into this hole to enter the BIOS.
USB 3.0 ports
These USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports provide a transfer rate
of up to 5Gbit/s and are backward compatible with USB2.0.
USB 2.0 ports
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports are compatible
with USB 2.0/1.1 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 (S/PDIF) Out jack
The stereo headphone jack (3.5mm) is used to connect
the system’s audio out signal to amplied speakers or
headphones.
NOTE: When using the S/PDIF Out function, use a mini
jack to S/PDIF adapter to connect the system audio to an
amplier. Mini jack to S/PDIF adapters are sold separately.

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Rear view
Wireless antenna jack
The jack is used to connect the supplied wireless antenna to
enhance wireless signal reception.

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HDMI port
The HDMI (High Denition Multimedia Interface) port
supports a Full-HD device such as an LCD TV or monitor to
allow viewing on a larger external display.
Serial Port (COM Port)
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-
compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow
viewing on a larger external display.
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 Mini Desktop PC. To prevent
damage to the Mini Desktop PC, always use the supplied
power adapter.
WARNING! 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 you to secure your Mini
Desktop PC using Kensington® compatible Mini Desktop PC
security products.

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Hardware setup
Chapter 2: Hardware setup

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Positioning your Mini Desktop PC
Mounting your Mini Desktop PC on the stand
To mount your Mini Desktop PC on the stand:
1. Locate the mounting hole at the bottom of your Mini Desktop
PC.
2. Align the stand’s mounting hole with the mounting hole on
your Mini Desktop PC, then secure it in place with the stand
screw.
IMPORTANT! Ensure that your Mini Desktop PC is mounted on its
stand and placed in a vertical position before usage.
stand screw
X