I dont like it, but keep it around for fast email and web browsing. Afaik, this is an acpi driver bug, which returns bizarre values. I kept xandros on the small partition and it is the default os. Aug 25, 2012 this is a summary of my attempt to install the arch linux distro on my eeepc 900. I was putting off installing ubuntu on it because i wasnt looking forward to creating a bootable partition on my external hdd it doesnt have a cd rom drive, but today i had. Replacing the eee pc os with ubuntu taming the wild eee. I just purchased a model 901 today, but it hs only 12gb. We have 2 asus eee pc 900 linux manuals available for free pdf download. About this users manual you are reading the eee pc users manual. Easy driver pro makes getting the official asus eee pc 900 xp laptop drivers for windows 10 a snap. Adding a 2nd hard drive or solid state drive to a laptop by replacing the dvd or bluray drive duration. Linux acpi driver, i guess exports the percentage value of capacity in mah in. Highend components and thermal solutions, made possible by our years of industry experience, provide better. The eee pc 900d has a 8gb ssd and windows xp preinstalled.
Unless otherwise stated, all performance claims are based on theoretical performance. Without doing any real performance benchmarks, i can at least say it feels much faster than linux. Nov 09, 2008 i bought the windows xp version of the asus eeepc 900 a week or two ago they didnt have the linux version. I recently received a free eeepc 900 from someone who didnt want it anymore. Drivers for asus eee pc 900xp laptop for windows 10. This users manual provides information regarding the various components in the eee pc and how to use them. Best version of linux to run on an asus eeepc 900 netbook i installed linux mint on my old asus netbook just to mess around in linux and become more familiar with it without worrying about messing everything up. The asus eeepc is a family of popular low cost ultra portable notebook computers, or subnotebooks. Oct 24, 2009 i must admit windows 7 runs beautifully on my eeepc 900a netbook. This eeepc came with a mere 4gb ssd disk drive and 1 gb ram. The eee pc 901 is an intel atombased laptop, with 1 gb of ram, a 20 gb ssd, a 9 inch display, and ships with asus own linux distribution. The laptop was released in 2008 and it was one of the first mini. How to install windows xp on eee pc 701, 900, 901 via usb stick and windows eee pc which has intel atom n455 and 1gb ram. This is because the standard ubuntu kernel lacks the right wireless driver for the eee pc, and thats why i recommend having both halves of this article before getting started.
I had some problems with the login manager and the desktop, but appart from that the base install was not that difficult if you follow the beginners guide. Before even taking the sticker off the screen, the. The laptop was available in black or white color schemes and has the dimensions. Eeepcfixes community help wiki ubuntu documentation. View and download asus eee pc 900 linux user manual online. The asus eee pc hd, an inexpensive, highly portable netbook. To install ubuntu on an asus eeepc in its stock form, you will have to create a usb based bootable installer or use a usbconnected cdrom drive to runinstall ubuntu. There was some cvs errors that didnt didnt look like a big deal. Asus eeepc900w072x eee pc 900 installation manual pdf. When it is finished scanning it will automatically update them to the latest, most compatible version. I have an asus eee pc that had the old ubuntu easy peasy eee remix on it i think it was based on 8. Asus eee pc 900 upgrade tom alderweireldt november 30, 2009 1 introduction a mid 2008 asus eee pc 900 remains the one and only original mini notebook, but who never wished the tiny ssds were just a little larger or faster.
Asus posts windows xp drivers for eee pc 901 liliputing. It works perfectly fine and ive even upgraded the ram to 2gbs and the ssd to 32gbs. Asus eee pc 900 graphics driver windows 7 guru of hightech. Remember to install asus acpi driver and utility before installing eee instant key and super hybrid engine. A friend gave me a good old asus eee 900 with 16 gb hdd but with ram upgraded from 1gb to 2gb with a broken and cluttered xandros install. You should not bother about it, since the value is wrong. I have never used linux before althouh my son used it. Install the previously removed drivers and programs using the eee pc support dvd. To install ubuntu on an asus eeepc in its stock form, you will have to create a usb based bootable installer or use a usb. The instructions below require you to install and compile module source. Fixed webcam problem with asus eee pc 900 linux mint. It never dipped below 86 percent signal strength in a 50foot radius, and we experienced no dropped connections.
This method should also work with isos of other linux distributions like knoppix, debian, suse, gentoo and so on. Im looking for for a somewhat lightweight and minimalistic distribution which might work reasonable good on a eee 900 2014. The drivers menu shows available device drivers when the system detects installed devices. Ive updated the bios to the newest version as well.
My question is if my processor and ram is suitable for updation 14. Nov 03, 2009 howto install eee control in ubuntu 10. Eeepc900w072x eee pc 900 laptop pdf manual download. Update the asus eee pc 900xp laptop drivers for windows 10 with ease. Asus eeepc 1025c touchpad not working, synaptic driver not found. By joining our community you will have the ability to post topics, receive our newsletter, use the advanced search, subscribe to threads and access many other special features. How to dual boot your asus eee pc 900 with windows xp and. Supply power to monstrous gaming rigs with our power supply units. Model 900 or other models using an intel celeron processor. Asus eee pc 900 for windows 7, for some reasons currently there is no driver for this netbook on the asus support website, even on intel website the windows 7 driver is not working, strange huh. Asus eee pc 900 netbook quick look and linux test youtube. I loaded everything, took a few notes, and then hammered out the article in kompozer.
The following are major sections of this users manual. This is a summary of my attempt to install the arch linux distro on my eeepc 900. The linux 20g version is sold for the same price as the ms windows 12g version. Highend components and thermal solutions, made possible by our years of industry experience, provide better efficiency, performance, and quality. It never dipped below 86 percent signal strength in a 50foot. Drivers menu asus eee pc 900 linux user manual page 93. Gnome power manager will complain that the battery has only 1% capacity. Linux for asus eeepc hd i have an old eeepc that i want to convert to linux from windows. These instructions also include some tweaks to unbloat the distribution and improve performance. Update the asus eee pc 900 xp laptop drivers for windows 10 with ease. I installed linux mint on my old asus netbook just to mess around in linux and become more familiar with it without worrying about messing everything up. I am just having trouble understanding how the wireless is handled in debian lenny. Jul 22, 2009 as you would expect, this story was written on the eeepc after installing eeebuntu. Ik niet starten van af usb of ssd als eeepc start druk ik op esc.
Hello everyone, this is my first post here as ive just installed my first linux distro, lxle, on an asus eeepc 1025c. Since i bought mine, ive installed and used ubuntu 8. I have installed debian lenny and eeepc 900 and i have to say that everything works well. All tested with eee 901, but it should also work with the 900 and 701.
I started with a somewhat low powered netbook, the eeepc 900a linux edition. The asus eee pc is a netbook computer line from asus, and a part of the asus eee product. Can i install ubuntu on eeepc 900 using ubuntu on an asus eee pc 1005pe ubuntu on the eee pc. Oct 26, 2015 hello everyone, this is my first post here as ive just installed my first linux distro, lxle, on an asus eeepc 1025c. Gnome power manager wont warn or shutdown when the battery runs out. The install went well but i am unable to turn on the wireless card now. I must admit windows 7 runs beautifully on my eeepc 900a netbook. The problem im facing is what i linux distribution besides ubuntu should i put on it. Problem on startup on asus eeepc 900 with kingspec ssd. View and download asus eee pc 900 user manual online. It just goes to show how far modern hardware and linux distributions have come for ease of use and the ability to get work done. Substitute the mode 800x480 for your native resolution if using on other eeepcs 901 etc.
Jul 11, 2011 substitute the mode 800x480 for your native resolution if using on other eeepc s 901 etc. I installed xp on the larger partition for my wife who wont use linux. Fixed webcam problem with asus eee pc 900 linux mint forums. The box on the doorstep contained the asus eeepc he, a logitech xv nano mouse, a replacement 2gb ddr2 6400 memory module and arrived just two days after i placed my order with compusa online.
See the section below about what to do if you are installing the latest alsa modules. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. The asus eee pc 900 was first released in hong kong april 16, 2008 and is the predecessor to the current eee series models. Easy driver pro will scan your computer for missing, corrupt, and outdated drivers.
I have an asus eee 900 with linux mint and i dont know how could i do to use the webcam. Many have undoubtedly tried out nlite in xp or other tools like eeedora in linux to save space on the tiny ssds. Most of the driver issues with previous distributions of ubuntu are. Best version of linux to run on an asus eeepc 900 netbook. I tried this on my eeepc 900 20glinux with 900mhz celeron m on ubuntu 10. Anyway the software on it was ancient and rather than throw it out i thought id install ubuntu 14. Wifi configuration differs depending on which model of eeepc you own. May 12, 2017 14 thoughts on how to dual boot your asus eee pc 900 with windows xp and ubuntu linux charles. To replace the eee pc oem os with ubuntu any flavor.
Introducing the eee pc introduces the eee pc and this users manual. For the benefit of other nostalgic owners of the old but still cute eee pc. The following instructions were written for models using the madwifi driver, and therefore refer. Easy driver pro makes getting the official asus eee pc 900xp laptop drivers for windows 10 a snap.