Try use this to prepare the flash drive
http://www.microsoftstore.com/store/msstor..._usbdvd_dwnTool

It will format your flash drive

Did you see the bluescreen code ?

Well, after several months of infrequent but trouble free use, I am now starting to suffer from the dreaded screen flicker. Will now have to spend some time scouring the help forums to figure out what the hell to do to fix this. The screen flickers regardless of whether the laptop is plugged in or not, so it's not due to a faulty adapter or anything.

Some comments to potential buyers of the 1215B. Screen flicker not withstanding (which if I recall correctly is fixable... i hope), I don't have many complaints with the 1215B. The e450 cpu is not as zippy as an i3, and occasionally I do wish for something faster (especially on startup, and running office, especially the java-based Freeoffice), but for my basic use of surfing and occasional word processing, it's more than adequate. I've gamed on it, and it runs most of the older games and some of the newer games (on basic setting) just fine. Great when you want a little de-stressing when you are on the road.

I bought the 1215B for its larger screen, and the e450 cpu / amd graphics combo. I certainly don't have any complaints on these. However, the 1215B plus adapter plus bag, while lighter than a normal laptop, is not as ultralight as say a 10in netbook or one of the newer ultrathin laptops. So those of you who are looking for that eeepc 7in ultraportability, this is not quite it. In retrospect, i think my ideal model would be a 1015B with the e450 / amd 6320.

I have had no problems with either keyboard flex, or wifi connectivity issues. In fact, I am quite happy with the keyboard - solid, comfortable to use. Battery life ranges from 4-5 hrs depending on screen brightness, speed, and usage. This laptop will last 6 hours... if you just sit there and stare at the very dim screen doing nothing.

Well, I am off to find a fix for this stupid screen flicker. Will keep you guys updated on it.

Cheers

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Added on November 25, 2011, 11:53 pmmmm... unfortunately, my go-to forum for 1215B issues at eeeuser is down for maintenance. Tried to install a few older drivers, but for some reason, the drivers didn't downgrade. Ended up reinstalling the must current driver, and that seems to resolve the issue for now. We'll see how long this lasts.

This post has been edited by Isky: Nov 25 2011, 11:53 PM

hello guys, my sister bought one for herself. recently there has been problem with charging the laptop. the power adapter is on (with blue light at the adapter) yet the laptop is not charging. has anyone had this issue as well?

I suspect there is something wrong at the charging pin, since it is so tiny. tried rotating the pin to several degrees and also applying a bit of pressure to it but it is still not charging ie. the battery indicator light is not charging.

do you guys have any input on this? or should I send for warranty straight away

thanks!

Never had this charging problem. Once, I thought that the power adapter wasn't working, but found out that I didn't push the power pin all the way (until you get that click sound). Try that first, and if still doesn't work, send it in for warranty. Do let us know, though, how ASUS warranty support treats you - been hearing a lot of horror stories.

any 1215B users here?
Any commend on the performance?
Battery life?
Can I extended the display to my 24" monitor @ 1920 x 1200 (VGA)?
Can I enable dual screen (extended, not clone) at the same time?