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1. Rugged Mobile Computing Solutions June 2011 TRADEMARKS The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners NOTE The information in this manual is subject to change without notice Most screens and operating instructions in this manual are based on Windows 7 If you re using a different version of Windows the screens and related operations may not be the same For the latest version of the manual please visit the Getac website at www getac com LEARN MORE AT energystar gov ENERGY STAR is a government program that offers businesses and consumers energy efficient solutions making it easy to save money while protecting the environment for future generations Please reference ENERGY STAR related information from www energystar gov As an ENERGY STAR Partner Getac Technology Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency An ENERGY STAR qualified computer uses 70 less electricity than computers without enabled power management features Earning the ENERGY STAR e When every home office is powered by equipment that has earned the ENERGY STAR the change will keep over 289 billion pounds of greenhouse gases out of the air e If left inactive ENERGY STAR qualified computers enter a low power mode and may us
2. Connecting a USB Device Your computer has three USB ports for connecting USB devices such as a digital camera scanner printer modem and mouse NOTE The eSATA USB Combo port can also function as a USB port The USB ports support transfer rates up to 12 MB s for USB 1 1 devices and 480 MB s for USB 2 0 devices To connect a USB device slide the release latch towards the right to open the port cover and then simply plug the device cable to one of the USB ports 4 4 Expanding Your Computer Connecting an eSATA Device Your computer has an eSATA USB combo port for connecting eSATA devices such as an external hard drive and external optical drive USB devices see previous section The port supports SATA II with transfer rate up o 3 0Gbit s It can provide 5V power if a certified USB eSata combo cable is used To connect an external eSATA device simply plug the device cable to the eSATA port Expanding Your Computer 4 5 Connecting an IEEE 1394 Device Your computer has a mini IEEE 1394 port for connecting IEEE 1394 devices that include not only computer peripheral devices such as scanner printer and high quality CCD but also consumer electronic equipment such as DVCAM and VCR To connect an IEEE 1394 device prepare an IEEE 1394 cable Slide the release latch towards the right to open the connector cover Then plug the appropriate end of the cable to the computer s mini IEEE 1394 connector and the other
3. NOTE Any battery level indication is an estimated result The actual operating time can be different from the estimated time depending on how you are using the computer By Operating System You can check the approximate battery level using the battery meter function of the operating system To read the battery level in Windows click the battery icon when running on battery power or i when running on external power on the taskbar By Gas Gauge On the exterior side of the battery pack is a gas gauge for displaying the estimated battery charge When the battery pack is not installed in the computer and you want to know the battery charge you can press the switch with a pointed device to see the corresponding value of indicator segment that light green Switch The value of the corresponding green segment indicates the relative percentage of the battery charge The battery pack is fully discharged when you see no segment glowing green Managing Power 3 5 Replacing the Battery Pack CAUTION There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced Replace the battery only with the computer manufacturer s optional battery packs Discard used batteries according to the dealer s Instructions Do not attempt to disassemble the battery pack If you often rely on battery power for a long period of time while traveling you may consider the purchase of an additional battery pack from your dealer and keep it wit
4. Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults Select Menu Select gt Sub Menu Save and Exit P1 Function specifies the P1 quick button function When set to Quick Btn the P1 quick button serves as a user defined quick launch key When set to Emergency Btn the P1 quick button serves as the Emergency button Emergency button only works with customized applications that support the specific button HDD Preheat keeps the hard disk drive s temperature above 5 C 41 F during system shutdown period as long as external AC power is connected When set to Enabled the optional heater will automatically turn on if the hard disk drive s temperature drops below 5 C 41 F The availability of this item depends on your model CAUTION The HDD Preheat feature works with low temperature 9 cell battery packs only Do not use other battery types 5 8 Using BIOS Setup and System Recovery Security Menu The Security menu contains the security settings which safeguard your system against unauthorized use Information Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Supervisor Password Is Clear User Password Is Clear f Supervisor Password mm o Set User Password Enter P Ye Password on boot Disabled gt TPM Setup Intel Trusted Execution Disabled Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults Select Menu Select gt Sub Menu Save and Exit NOTE e You can set the user password only when the supervisor passwor
5. Alt Esc and lock keys for special purposes When the lock keys Caps Lock and Num Lk are pressed their corresponding indicators light up The Control Ctrl Alternate Alt key is normally used in combination with other keys for program specific functions The Escape Esc key is usually used for stopping a process Examples are exiting a program and canceling a command The function depends on the program you are using Cursor Control Keys Cursor control keys are generally used for moving and editing purposes NOTE The word cursor refers to the indicator on the screen that lets you know exactly where on your screen anything you type will appear It can take the form of a vertical or horizontal line a block or one of many other shapes 2 2 Operating Your Computer Del Scr Lk ae Ins Num Lk Home x 4 w Nee lt J J Numeric Keypad A 15 key numeric keypad is embedded in the typewriter keys as shown next JEE oJ JEJE JEEE OE Numeric keys facilitate entering of numbers and calculations When Num Lock is on the numeric keys are activated meaning you can use these keys to enter numerals NOTE e When the numeric
6. The Quick Bar appears on Windows desktop by default If it is not open you can right click the Getac Utility icon 3 located on Windows taskbar and select Quick Bar to open it 3 The Bluetooth function is enabled by default as indicated by the Bluetooth icon on the Windows taskbar In case you have previously disabled the function in the Bluetooth utility be sure to enable it when using the function the next time To turn off the Bluetooth radio You can turn off the Bluetooth radio by using the Quick Bar or Bluetooth utility If you want to turn off all wireless radio slide the RF switch to the OFF position Connecting to another Bluetooth Device 1 Make sure that the Bluetooth function is enabled as described above 2 Make sure that the target Bluetooth device is turned on discoverable and within close range See the documentation that came with the Bluetooth device 2 24 Operating Your Computer 3 Start the Bluetooth utility by double clicking the Bluetooth icon ki on the taskbar and click New Connection Bluetooth 4 The Add New Connection Wizard window appears Select Express Mode Recommended and then click Next Add New Connection Wizard This wizard will create the settings for Bluetooth device connection Please ensure your Bluetooth devices are on and set to discoverable 4 Custom Mode This allows you to set the details for the connection Operating Your Computer
7. highlight the profile name in the list Profile Settings The right portion of the screen displays the settings of the current selected profile You can set up the following items e WWAN 3G Bluetooth and WLAN can be on or off e Power Scheme can be Balanced High Performance or Power Saver The settings here correspond to the settings in Windows See Windows Help for the description to each of the power scheme After changing the settings click Apply or OK to save the changes To restore the settings to the default values click Default Using Special Utilities 6 7 Antenna Tab The Antenna tab allows you to set if your system will automatically use the external GPS or 3G antenna when connected GS Selected Item Antenna Antenna Settings have external GPS antenna or 3G antenna through system s pass through connector Always switch to external GPS antenna signal Always switch to external 3G antenna signal 7 Ihave external GPS antenna or 3G antenna through docking station Switch to external GPS antenna signal when system is docked Switch to external 3G antenna signal when system is docked Getac Select the checkbox es accordingly Click Apply or OK to save the changes 6 8 Using Special Utilities Monitoring Tab The Monitoring tab allows you to configure the monitoring function of G Manager EX Selected Item Mon ito ri ng START Monitor items to Monitor HRKT _ Mo
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9. 2 Using BIOS Setup and System Recovery In general you can use the arrow keys to move around and keys to change the setup values Keyboard information can be found at the bottom of the screen NOTE e The BIOS Setup Utility screens shown in this chapter are for your reference only The actual items or settings on your computer may differ e The BIOS Setup Utility program may have been updated after the publication of this manual e The settings you select in your operating system might override similar settings in BIOS Setup Utility Information Menu The Information menu contains the basic configuration information of the system There are no user definable items in this menu Information Advanced Security Boot Exit Model NO S400 Serial NO RA7XXS0019 Processor Info Intel R Core TM i5 CPU M520 2 40GHz Installed System Memory 4096MB SATA HDD SAMSUNG HM321HI 320GB SATA ODD Optiarc DVD RW AD 7580S BIOS Revision RO 90 070520A EC Revision RO 90b LAN MAC Address 00 22 20 0A D1 BA IEEE 1394 GUID 00 40 D0 01 00 48 27 81 Operating Time 295 Hours Using BIOS Setup and System Recovery 5 3 Main Menu The Main menu contains the various system settings Information Advanced Security EEN 33 08 System Date 09 08 2010 Legacy USB Support Enabled Wireless LAN Last State Bluetooth Last State Select Item Change Values Boot Exit Item Specific Help lt Tab gt lt Shi
10. MS or Memory Stick PRO MS PRO card for removable storage media USB Port Connects a USB device such as a USB P 4 4 flash disk printer digital camera joystick and more Connects an IEEE 1394 device such as a scanner printer DVCAM and VCR Mini IEEE 1394 Operating Your Computer 1 11 Top open Components 1 Ref Component Description Camera Lens Allows you to use the camera function optional LCD Screen Displays the output of the computer May include the optional touchscreen feature Power Button Turns the power on or off Sleep mode by default Keyboard Serves as the data input device of the computer 1 12 Operating Your Computer 2 6 Ref Component Description See Also Microphone Receives sound and voice for the computer aude Butons Pau OP Starts G Manager by default Starts Microsoft Internet Explorer by default Toggles Blackout mode on or off Brings up the ECO menu for selecting a power profile when using battery power s Toggles the sunlight readable mode on or off Touchpad Serves as the pointing device of the P 2 6 computer indicators O Lights green when computer is on P 1 5 Blinks green when computer is in Sleep mode Lights green when the battery is fully P 3 3 charged Lights amber when the battery is being charged Blinks red when the ba
11. Otherwise you may encounter problems when using the Card Reader e You can use only storage cards Your Card Reader does not support cards with I O input output functions such as a wireless network card or Bluetooth card Your computer has a storage card reader The card reader is a small drive for reading from and writing to removable storage cards or called memory cards The reader supports MMC MultiMediaCard SD Secure Digital SDHC Secure Digital High Capacity MS Memory Stick and MS PRO cards Shown next are the appearance and size of each card type for your reference Type MMC SD SDHC MS MS PRO Appearance TI Su aa Size mm 24x32x1 4 24x32x2 1 21 5x50x2 8 Expanding Your Computer 4 13 To insert a storage card 1 Locate the card reader on the left side of the computer and open the cover 2 Align the card with its connector pointing to the slot and its label facing up Slide the card into the slot until it reaches the end 3 Windows will detect the card and assign it a drive name To remove a storage card 1 Double click My Computer 2 Right click the drive with the card and select Eject 3 Slightly push the card to release and then pull it out of the slot 4 14 Expanding Your Computer System Memory Upgrade You can upgrade your computer by changing system memory to a maximum of 8 GB on the two 1066 1333 MHz DDR3 SO DIMM slots CAUTION RAM modules are extremely se
12. To charge the battery pack connect the AC adapter to the computer and an electrical outlet The Battery Charge Indicator 71 on the computer glows amber to indicate that charging is in progress You are advised to keep the computer power off while the battery is being charged When the battery is fully charged the Battery Charge Indicator lights green Managing Power 3 3 The charging times are as follows Charging Time Battery Type Computer is Off Computer is On and in Video Playback State 6 cell 4 A 2 5 3 hours 3 3 5 hours 9 cell 4 A 3 5 4 hours 3 5 4 hours CAUTION After the computer has been fully recharged do not immediately disconnect and reconnect the AC adapter to charge it again Doing so may damage the battery NOTE The battery level may automatically lessen due to the self discharge process 0 21 per day even when the battery pack is fully charged 100 This happens no matter if the battery pack is installed in the computer Initializing the Battery Pack You need to initialize a new battery pack before using it for the first time or when the actual operating time of a battery pack is much less than expected Initializing is the process of fully charging discharging and then charging It can take several hours A tool called Gauge Reset is provided for the purpose See Gauge Reset in Chapter 6 for information on using the tool 3 4 Managing Power Checking the Battery Level
13. allowed to be operated in countries or regions other than those of designated use As a user of these products you are responsible for ensuring that the products are used only in the countries or regions for which they were intended and for verifying that they are configured with the correct selection of frequency and channel for the country or region of use Any deviation from permissible settings and restrictions in the country or region of use could be an infringement of local law and may be punished as such The European variant is intended for use throughout the European Economic Area However authorization for use is further restricted in particular countries or regions within countries as follows B 10 Regulatory Information General European standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power of 100 mW Effective Isotropic Radiated Power EIRP and the frequency range 2400 2483 5 MHz Belgium and the Netherlands In Belgium and the Netherlands the product may not be used outdoors See the instructions next under the heading Turning Off the Wireless LAN Radio France Departments in Which the Wireless LAN Module Can Be Used Indoors Only The wireless LAN module can currently be used indoors only in the following 38 departments of mainland France Please turn off your wireless LAN radio when operating the device in areas places other than the 38 departments listed 01 Ain orientales 36 mae os Pyr n es oa alier
14. brightness and or contrast Bad dots appear on the display at all times e A small number of missing discolored or bright dots on the screen are an intrinsic characteristic of TFT LCD technology It is not regarded as a LCD defect The external monitor displays nothing e Make sure that the monitor is turned on e Make sure that the monitor s signal cable is properly connected e Switch the display to the monitor by pressing the Fn F5 hot key or change the display through the Display Settings Properties Simultaneous display multi display does not work e Make sure that you turn on the external monitor before turning on the computer 8 4 Troubleshooting e Press the Fn F5 hot key to toggle through the display options or change the Display Settings Properties in Windows DVD Drive Problems The DVD drive cannot read a disc e Make sure that the disc is correctly seated in the tray with the label facing UP e Make sure that the disc is not dirty Clean the disc with a disc cleaning kit available in most computer stores e Make sure that the computer supports the disc or the files contained You cannot eject a disc e The disc is not properly seated in the drive Manually release the disc by inserting a small rod such as a straightened paperclip into the drive s manual eject hole and pushing firmly to release the tray ExpressCard Problems The ExpressCard does not work e Make sure that the ExpressCard is co
15. class 2 EDR GPS option GPS module 3G option WWAN minicard external accessible SIM card slot CMOS Web CAM 1 3M pixel Security Kensington lock TPM 1 2 Fingerprint sensor slide type Smart Card Reader Power AC adapter Universal AC adapter 65 W input 100 240 V output 19 V Battery Pack Li ion smart battery 6 cell or 9 cell Dimension WxDxH lt 348x258x49 2 mm 13 7x10 15x1 93 inch excluding rubber feet and bumper Weight lt 2 8 kg 6 17 Ib Safety EMI Compliance Underwriters Laboratories UL 60950 Third Edition 2000 of HDD model UL MEAR anO canadian standard CAN CSA C22 2 No 60950 01 03 AD 7585H ae Association CSA Technischer EN60950 1 2001 A11 Uberwachungs Verein TUV Bureau of Standards CNS 13438 Metrology and Inspection CISPR Pub 22 Class B D33003 BSMI Ministry of Information and g k EEDE AAR 2004 23 Communication KCC CISPR Pub 22 Class B Spectrum Management AS NZS CISPR33 Agency SMA A 2 Specifications Appendix B Regulatory Information This appendix provides regulatory statements and safety notices on your computer NOTE Marking labels located on the exterior of your computer indicate the regulations that your model complies with Please check the marking labels and refer to the corresponding statements in this appendix Some notices apply to specific models only Regulatory Information B 1 On the Use of the System Class B Regulations USA F
16. have made 5 12 Using BIOS Setup and System Recovery System Recovery Use System Recovery when e The Windows operating system does not start at all e You want to restore the system to the factory state WARNING e Using this feature will reinstall Windows to your system and configure it to the system s factory default settings All data on the hard disk drive will be lost e Make sure that power is not interrupted during the recovery process An unsuccessful recovery may result in Windows startup problems To run System Recovery 1 It is recommended that you connect the AC adapter to ensure power supply throughout the process 2 During system startup when the following screen appears press Ctrl Alt F2 keys for four second Lmtd ENERGY STAR Press F2 for System Utilities Using BIOS Setup and System Recovery 5 13 3 A message appears asking if you want to start Type Y to start 4 A Warning message appears asking if you accept the terms as shown on the screen Type Y to continue 5 Type Y again when the next message appears asking for confirmation 6 The recovery process starts The screen as below appears GETAC Recovery Tool 1 0 1 Copyright Cc GETAC amp Symantec Corp 2000 Local file D 1000318 6H0 76319 HB Local drive 1 8192 HB 1 1 Type NTFS Size 76308 MB No name Getac amp 7 Wait till the process completes A message will appear asking you to press any key to co
17. keypad is activated and you need to type the English letter in the keypad area you can turn Num Lock off or you can press Fn and then the letter without turning Num Lock off e Some software may not be able to use the numeric keypad on the computer If so use the numeric keypad on an external keyboard instead Operating Your Computer 2 3 Function Keys On the top row of the keys are the function keys F1 to F12 Function keys are multi purpose keys that perform functions defined by individual programs Fn Key The Fn key at the lower left corner of the keyboard is used with another key to perform the alternative function of a key The letter Fn and the alternative functions are identified by the color of blue on the keytop To perform a desired function first press and hold Fn then press the other key Hot Keys Hot keys refer to a combination of keys that can be pressed any time to activate special functions of the computer Most hot keys operate in a cyclic way Each time a hot key combination is pressed it shifts the corresponding function to the other or next choice You can easily identify the hot keys with the icons imprinted on the keytop The hot keys are described next Ke Description 7 Esc Switches the keyboard backlight off or on with 4 level brightness o F1 Switches the wireless LAN radio off or on F3 Decreases
18. when you finish dragging your selection to the destination The object will drop into the new location Gently tap twice on the pad and on the second tap keep your finger in contact with the pad Then move your finger across the pad to drag the selected object to your destination When you lift your finger from the pad the selected object will drop into place Scroll To scroll is to move up and down or left and right in the working area on the screen To move vertically place your finger on the right or left edge of the pad and slide your finger up and down along the edge To move horizontally place your finger on the top or bottom edge of the pad and slide your finger left and right This function works only after you install the touchpad driver supplied with the computer and configure the touchpad to enable the function It may not work for all applications TABLE NOTE If you swap the left and right buttons tapping on the touchpad as an alternative method of pressing the left button will no longer be valid Configuring the Touchpad You may want to configure the touchpad to suit your needs For example if you are a left handed user you can swap the two buttons so that you can use the right button as the left button and vice versa You can also change the size of the on screen pointer the speed of the pointer and so on To configure the touchpad go to Control Panel gt Mouse Properties 2 8 Operating Your Compute
19. 006e Passwort M Use automatic DNS settings mics 220 113 13 DNS2 0 0 oOo B Use Proxy Server Proxy Pott Enter the required information Contact your network operator for the correct information Using the 3G Application Once a new profile has been created it will appear in the dropdown menu Profiles You can then select it by clicking Set Profile to use it You can manage the mobile Internet communication Internet Connection and Email download SMS Manager Managing contacts from SIM and Outlook GPS Management for models having the GPS module NOTE For detailed information on using OneClick Internet click Help 2 32 Operating Your Computer Chapter 3 Managing Power Your computer operates either on external AC power or on internal battery power This chapter tells you how you can effectively manage power To maintain optimal battery performance it is important that you use the battery in the proper way Managing Power 3 1 AC Adapter CAUTION e The AC adapter is designed for use with your computer only Connecting the AC adapter to another device can damage the adapter e The AC power cord supplied with your computer is for use in the country where you purchased your computer If you plan to go overseas with the computer consult your dealer for the appropriate power cord e When you disconnect the AC adapter disconnect from the electrical outlet first and then from the com
20. 2 25 5 Select the device to connect to and click Next Add New Connection Wizard Select a device Please choose the Bluetooth device you wish to use Bluetooth device Device Name SMDK2440 6 Depending on the type of Bluetooth device that you want to connect to you will need to enter the pertinent information For detailed information on using the Bluetooth Utility see the Bluetooth Utility Help 2 26 Operating Your Computer Using the Fingerprint Sensor The fingerprint sensor provides a strong authentication mechanism based on fingerprint recognition You can log on to your computer or sign in to a web site with your fingerprint instead of a password NOTE You can register a fingerprint only after creating a password for the Windows user account To register your fingerprint click Start gt All Programs gt Fingerprint Software gt Fingerprint Registration Click the finger you want to register and follow the onscreen instructions to complete Fingerprint Registration You may register or delete your registered finger Eca Operating Your Computer 2 27 TOT TP TTT TD NOTE ET TE PERL DA PME TO PON TS Getac You can then use the Fingerprint Software to set up how the fingerprint authentication works Help amp Reference Admin IE AutoLogin v gt User Settings v x Exit For detailed information click Start gt All Programs gt Fingerprint So
21. Jar Loiret Cher 68 Haut Rhin Joa Ardennes as toit 71 saone ettore joa ar ge 50 Manche rs ra Fi aude 55 Meuse 82 ramet arome 12 Aveyron 56 newe a Vue F6 Charente 59 Nord Jes voss 2a Dordogne 60 one 89 rome 25 Doubs e1 ome 90 Territoire de Belfort 25 orome e3 PuyduDome 94 Vaide meme 32 Gen 62 Pyr n es atantique Regulatory Information B 11 Departments in Which the Wireless LAN Module s Maximum EIRP Not Shown in the Previous Table Frequency Ranges MHz Indoors Outdoors 2400 2446 5 Not permitted 2446 5 2483 5 100 mW 100 mW on private property with Ministry of Defense approval Turning Off the Wireless LAN Radio NOTE Turning the wireless LAN radio off is not the same as disabling the wireless LAN card It is not necessary to disable the card to meet the regulatory requirements While operating the computer in those French departments that do not allow use of the wireless LAN equipment the user of the equipment must turn off the wireless LAN radio in order to comply with local regulations B 12 Regulatory Information
22. N position 2 To turn on the 3G radio click the 3G button in the Quick Bar as shown below an X over the button means the radio is currently off When the 3G radio is on the 3G indicator glows in green NOTE The Quick Bar appears on Windows desktop by default If it is not open you can right click the Getac Utility icon located on Windows taskbar and select Quick Bar to open it 3 Make sure that the 3G utility OneClick Internet has 3G radio turned on To turn off the 3G radio You can turn off the 3G radio by using the Quick Bar or 3G utility If you want to turn off all wireless radio slide the RF switch to the OFF position 2 30 Operating Your Computer Setting up a 3G Connection To set up a 3G connection for the first time follow these steps 1 Make sure that the SIM card is inserted and the 3G function is enabled as described above 2 On Windows desktop double click the OneClick Internet shortcut on Windows desktop The screen as below appears Sierra wirmecess OneClick Internet ll No network gt a 5 AE Connect Email Insert SIM cs o Radio off Statistics Settings 3 If necessary enter the PIN of your SIM card 4 Ifthe radio is currently off click to turn on the radio 5 Click Settings You will be in the Profile page Click O to set up a new profile Operating Your Computer 2 31 Settings Profile History Profiles Username a
23. N radio is on the WLAN indicator 9 glows in green 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 NOTE The Quick Bar appears on Windows desktop by default If it is not open you can right click the Getac Utility icon located on Windows taskbar and select Quick Bar to open it 3 Windows Mobility Center has wireless network turned on by default The Wireless Network icon ail on the taskbar should appear without a red X In case you have previously turned it off in Windows Mobility Center be sure to turn it on when using the function the next time To turn off the WLAN radio You can turn off the WLAN radio by pressing Fn F1 or using the Quick Bar If you want to turn off all wireless radio slide the RF switch to the OFF position Connecting to a Wireless Network 1 Make sure that the WLAN function is enabled as described above 2 Tap the Wireless Network icon mil on the taskbar An orange light in the icon EM indicates connections are available 3 Inthe list of available wireless networks tap a network and then tap Connect Operating Your Computer 2 21 Mot connected 4 il Connections are available Wireless Network Connection A a W Connect automatically 10996 wall Alan s Home all Open Network and Sharing Center 4 Some networks require a network security key or passphrase To connect to one of those networks ask your network administrator or Internet service provider ISP for the security
24. See Quick Button Definition Utility in Chapter 6 for information 7 Toggles Blackout mode on or off In Blackout mode the LCD backlight keyboard button backlight and LED indicators are all turned off and the sound is muted To bring the computer out of Blackout mode press the same button again or the power button 2 14 Operating Your Computer Button Description ECO ste IL Brings up the ECO menu as shown below Select a mode before the ECO menu disappears You can select a mode by pressing the arrow key Whenever you press the ECO button the setting always defaults to Off The ECO mode will return to the default Off setting when AC power is connected any power related setting is changed the computer resumes from Sleep Hibernation mode or the computer is restarted Each ECO mode Quick Power Saving or Work is a combination of power settings that results in different power consumptions For information on configuring the ECO modes see ECO Tab in Chapter 6 NOTE The button works only when using battery power Toggles the sunlight readable mode on or off In sunlight readable mode the LCD brightness is increased to the highest level The mode automatically ends when the brightness setting is changed the computer resumes from Sleep Hibernation mode or the computer is restarted Operating Your Computer 2 15 Using the DVD Drive Your computer comes with a Super Multi dr
25. Setup Virtualization Technology Setup sets Virtualization Technology parameters Press Enter to access the submenu as shown below 5 6 Using BIOS Setup and System Recovery Information Advanced Security Boot Exit Virtualization Technology Setup Item Specific Help Intel R VT Intel Virtualization Vt d Technology Disabled Technology provides hardware support for processor virtualization When enabled a VMM Virtual Machine Monitor can utilize the additional hardware virtualization capabilities provided by this technology Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults Select Menu Select gt Sub Menu Save and Exit Intel R Virtualization Technology enables or disables Intel VT Intel Virtualization Technology feature which provides hardware support for processor virtualization When enabled a VMM Virtual Machine Monitor can utilize the additional hardware virtualization capabilities provided by this technology Vt d Technology enables or disables VT d Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I O When enabled VT d helps enhance Intel platforms for efficient virtualization of I O devices Button Setup sets hardware button related options Press Enter to access the submenu as shown below Using BIOS Setup and System Recovery 5 Information Advanced Security Boot Exit Button Setup Item Specific Help Define P1 button as IQuick Btn Blackout ON OFF Quick launch button or Emergency button
26. Using PC Cards NOTE e Some PC cards require additional system resources Before using such PC card you may have to free other system resources for the PC card e Although some PC cards can be inserted and removed without turning off the computer you cannot remove or install PC cards during Sleep mode Your computer has one PC card slot which supports type II card and CardBus specifications To insert a PC card 1 Locate the PC card slot on the right side of the computer 2 Press the eject button to remove the dummy card out of the slot 3 Slide the PC card with its label facing up into the slot until the eject button pops out Eject button 4 When a new card is seated the computer will detect it and try to install the appropriate driver Follow the on screen instructions to complete the process Expanding Your Computer 4 9 To remove a PC card 1 a SE SY Double click on the Safely Remove Hardware icon found on the Windows taskbar and the Safely Remove Hardware window appears on screen Select highlight the PC card from the list to disable the card Push the eject button and the card will slide out slightly Pull the card out of the slot Replace the dummy card 4 10 Expanding Your Computer Using ExpressCards Your computer has an ExpressCard slot ExpressCard supports the PCI Express and USB 2 0 serial data interfaces supporting speeds of up to 2 5 Gbps and 480 Mbps respective
27. ace or eyes while transmitting e Do not operate the radio or attempt to transmit data unless the antenna is connected if not the radio may be damaged Use in specific environments e The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited by the constraints posed by the safety directors of such environments B 6 Regulatory Information e The use of wireless devices on airplanes is governed by the Federal Aviation Administration FAA e The use of wireless devices in hospitals is restricted to the limits set forth by each hospital Antenna use e In order to comply with FCC RF exposure limits low gain integrated antennas should be located at a minimum distance of 20 cm 8 inches or more from the body of all persons e High gain wall mount or mast mount antennas are designed to be professionally installed and should be located at a minimum distance of 30 cm 12 inches or more from the body of all persons Please contact your professional installer VAR or antenna manufacturer for proper installation requirements Explosive Device Proximity Warning WARNING Do not operate a portable transmitter such as a wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be qualified for such use Antenna Warning WARNING To comply with the FCC and ANSI C95 1 RF exposure limits it is recommended that the antenna for this device be installed so as to pro
28. and time via the operating system or BIOS Setup program After you have performed everything as described above and still have the incorrect date and time every time you turn on the computer the RTC Real Time Clock battery is at the end of its life Call an authorized dealer to replace the RTC battery 8 12 Troubleshooting Resetting the Computer You may have to reset reboot your computer on some occasions when an error occurs and the program you are using hangs up If the computer operation seems to hang up first wait It is possible that the computer is processing data Periodically check the hard disk drive in use indicator if it flashes irregularly the program may be accessing data and preventing you from using the keyboard If you are sure the operation has stopped and you cannot use the restart function of the operating system reset the computer Reset the computer by any one of these methods e Press Ctrl Alt Del on the keyboard e Ifthe above action does not work press and hold the power button for more than 5 seconds to force the system to turn off Then turn on the power again CAUTION Resetting will cause any unsaved data to be lost Troubleshooting 8 13 Appendix A Specifications NOTE Specifications are subject to change without any prior notice Parts Specifications CPU Intel Core i3 i5 series Turbo Boost Technology Chipset Mobile Intel QM57 Express Chipset BIOS ACPI Computrace
29. area If harmful interference with radio or television reception occurs when the device is turned on the user must correct the situation at the user s own expense The user is encouraged to try one or more of the following corrective measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help CAUTION The Part 15 radio device operates on a non interference basis with other devices operating at this frequency Any changes or modification to said product not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate this device B 8 Regulatory Information Canada Radio Frequency Interference Requirements To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding Equipment or its transmit antenna that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing Pour emp cher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l objet d une licence il doit tre utilis l int rieur et devrait tre plac loin des fen tres afin de fournir un cran de blindage maximal Si le mat riel ou son antenne d mission est install l ext rieur il doit faire l objet d une licence Europ
30. b Menu Save and Exit TPM Support enables or disables TPM Trusted Platform Module support TPM Trusted Platform Module is a component on your computer s mainboard that is specifically designed to enhance platform security by providing a protected space for key operations and other security critical tasks Current TPM State shows the current TPM state Change TPM State allows you to select between No Change Clear Deactivate amp Disable and Enable amp Activate 5 10 Using BIOS Setup and System Recovery Boot Menu The Boot menu sets the sequence of the devices to be searched for the operating system Information Main Advanced Security Item Specific Help Keys used to view or configure devices Up and Down arrows selec a device lt gt and lt gt moves the device up or down lt x gt exclude or include the device to boot lt Shift 1 gt enables or disables a device lt 1 4 gt Loads default boot sequence Boot priority order SATA ODD Optiarc DVD RW AD 7580S SATA HDD SAMSUNG HM321HI USB KEY USB HDD LAN BOOT IBA GE Slot 00C8 v1338 Excluded from boot order USB CDROM PCI Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults Select Menu Select gt Sub Menu Save and Exit The bootable devices will be automatically detected during POST and shown here allowing you to set the sequence that the BIOS uses to look for a device from which to load the OS Below is a brief descrip
31. cess includes discharging and then fully recharging the battery in two cycles It can take several hours To perform a gauge reset 1 Connect the AC adapter 2 Click Start located next to the health bar 3 Inthe pop up dialog box click Yes to start the process The window as below appears displaying the progress bar Executing Gauge Reset esl Do NOT unplug AC power line while executing e e a DisCharging Charging 100 25 Using Special Utilities 6 5 4 Wait till the process is completed Click Exit when finished Executing Gauge Reset Do NOT unplug AC power line while executing e e DisCharging Charging DisCharging p 100 100 100 Tazia ECO Tab The ECO tab allows you to configure ECO modes or called power profiles E Eco ECO Information z Profile Settings Select or customize a profile to WWAN manage the device power Bluetooth consumption Touch Screen Quick Mode Power Saving WLAN Wireless LAN Work Mode Power Scheme To put the system into an ECO mode use the ECO button See Using the Quick Buttons in Chapter 2 for information 6 6 Using Special Utilities ECO Information The left portion of the screen lists the available power profiles Quick Power Saving and Work Each profile is a combination of power settings that results in different power consumptions To change the settings of a profile select
32. compatible Intel vPro option RAM Up to 8GB DDR3 SDRAM 2 slots 1066 1333MHz 14 inch 16 9 wide TFT LCD resolution up to 1366x768 WXGA default 200 nits optional 700 nits resistive multi touch with AG AR film option Controller UMA Optional NVIDIA GeForce G310M 512MB discrete graphic controller This option only works with 90W AC adapter and 9 cell battery Video port Analog VGA Audio Microphone Integrated Display Speaker Speaker x 2 Ports Two audio ports for Line out green color Mic in pink color Keyboard Standard keys with numeric pad keys 12 function keys special Fn Function key and Windows keys with water proof membrane or backlight option Pointing device Glide touchpad with 2 buttons Storage Hard disk SATA interface 2 5 inch diameter shock mounted user removable device drive solid state disk option HDD heater option DVD drive SATA interface Super Multi DVD drive Card slots Card Reader 4 in 1 MMC SD MS MS PRO PCMCIA CardBus Type II ExpressCard 34 54 Smart Card Specifications A 1 Parts Specifications I O ports USB port x 4 3 standard USB 2 0 and 1 for eSATA USB combo serial port RS 232 eSATA USB port RJ 45 port RJ 11 port option mini IEEE 1394a port docking connector Modem option Internal modem LAN Intel 82577LM Gigabit Network Connection Wireless LAN Intel Centrino Ultimate N 6200 AGN Half Mini Card IEEE 802 11a b g n Bluetooth option 2 1
33. d has been set e If both the administrator and user passwords are set you can enter any of them for starting up the system and or entering BIOS Setup However the user password only allows you to view change the settings of certain items e A password setting is applied right after it is confirmed To cancel a password leave the password empty by pressing the Enter key Supervisor User Password Is shows whether you have set the supervisor user password or not for the system Set Supervisor User Password sets the supervisor user password When typing the password first make sure that Num Lock is off and then type the password in the entry fields and press Enter Confirm your password by Using BIOS Setup and System Recovery 5 9 typing it again and pressing Enter You can set the supervisor user password to be required for starting up the system and or entering BIOS Setup Password on Boot allows you to enable or disable the entering of password for booting up your system Once the password is successfully set and this item is enabled it is required for booting up the system TPM Setup sets various TPM parameters Press Enter to access the submenu as shown below Information Main Advanced Security Boot Exit TPM Setup Menu Item Specific Help Enable Trusted Platfo Module support Current TPM State Disabled and Deactivated Change TPM State No Change Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults Select Menu Select gt Su
34. dapter will result in malfunction and or danger e Do not use the adapter in a high moisture environment Never touch the adapter when your hands or feet are wet e Allow adequate ventilation around the adapter when using it to operate the device or charge the battery Do not cover the AC adapter with B 4 Regulatory Information paper or other objects that will reduce cooling Do not use the AC adapter while it is inside a carrying case e Connect the adapter to a proper power source The voltage requirements are found on the product case and or packaging e Do not use the adapter if the cord becomes damaged e Do not attempt to service the unit There are no serviceable parts inside Replace the unit if it is damaged or exposed to excess moisture About the Modem Caution e Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm e Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations e Never touch non insulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface e Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines e Avoid using the telephone function other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning e Do not use the telephone function to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak e Do not use this product near water for example near a bat
35. e 15 watts or less New chip technologies make power management features more reliable dependable and user friendly than even just a few years ago e Spending a large portion of time in low power mode not only saves energy but helps equipment run cooler and last longer e Businesses that use ENERGY STAR enabled office equipment may realize additional savings on air conditioning and maintenance e Over its lifetime ENERGY STAR qualified equipment in a single home office e g computer monitor printer and fax can save enough electricity to light an entire home for more than 4 years e Power management sleep settings on computers and monitors can result in much savings annually Remember saving energy prevents pollution Because most computer equipment is left on 24 hours a day power management features are important for saving energy and are an easy way to reduce air pollution By using less energy these products help lower consumers utility bills and prevent greenhouse gas emissions 3 LEARN MORE AT energystar gov Table of Contents Chapter 1 Getting Started 1 1 Getting the Computer RUNNINg 1 2 UNDAKNA atc E 1 2 Using the Tether Optional 1 3 Connecting to AC Power ss 1 4 Turning On and Off the Computer cc eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 1 5 Taking a Look at the Computer 1 7 Front COMPON GINS sninen a 1 7 Rear Components de esse ui 1 8 Right Side Components 1 9 L
36. e Also NOTE Must be connected via docking 3G Pass through Connects to the external antenna for Connector 3G transmission optional NOTE Must be connected via docking Memory Slots Inside are the memory slots for P 4 15 expanding the memory size of your computer Hard Disk Drive Inside is the hard disk drive Operating Your Computer 1 15 Chapter 2 Operating Your Computer This chapter provides information about the use of the computer If you are new to computers reading this chapter will help you learn the operating basics If you are already a computer user you may choose to read only the parts containing information unique to your computer CAUTION The computer can get uncomfortably warm when you use it in high temperatures As a safety precaution in such a circumstance do not place the computer on your lap or touch it with your bare hands for extended periods of time Prolonged body contact can cause discomfort and potentially a burn Operating Your Computer 2 1 Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has all the standard functions of a full sized computer keyboard plus an Fn key added for specific functions The standard functions of the keyboard can be further divided into four major categories e Typewriter keys e Cursor control keys e Numeric keys e Function keys Typewriter Keys Typewriter keys are similar to the keys on a typewriter Several keys are added such as the Ctrl
37. e an external USB device when the system is shutdown or in hibernation The power source is either external AC power when connected or battery power when AC power is not connected and the battery power is not low Wake Up Capability specifies events for waking up the system from S3 Sleep state Press Enter to access the submenu as shown below Using BIOS Setup and System Recovery 5 5 Information Advanced Security Boot Exit Wake Up Capability Item Specific Help Allow any key to wake up the system from S3 Ring Wake Up From S3 Disabled Sleep state USB Wake Up From S3 Disabled Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults Select Menu Select gt Sub Menu Save and Exit Any key Wake Up From 3 allows any key to wake up the system from S3 Sleep state Ring Wake Up From S3 allows a modem activity to wake up the system from S3 Sleep state USB Wake Up From S3 allow a USB device activity to wake up the system from S3 Sleep state AC Initiation sets if connecting AC power will automatically start or resume the system SATA Mode set to AHC if your hard disk supports AHCI AHCI allows you to take advantage of Advanced Host Controller Interface features The options are DE and AHCI CAUTION Incorrect SATA mode settings can result in hard disk drive boot failure Intel AMT Setup Prompt determines whether the prompt for entering Intel AMT Setup appears or not during POST If disabled users cannot enter Intel AMT
38. e communication program and then remove the card or stop the card Software Problems An application program does not work correctly e Make sure that the software is correctly installed e If an error message appears on the screen consult the software program s documentation for further information e Ifyou are sure the operation has stop reset the computer See Resetting the Computer later in this chapter Sound Problems No sound is produced e Make sure that the volume control is not set too low e Make sure that the computer is not in Sleep mode e f using an external speaker make sure that the speaker is properly connected Troubleshooting 8 9 Distorted sound is produced e Make sure that the volume control is not set too high or too low In most cases a high setting can cause the audio electronics to distort the sound The sound system does not record e Adjust the playback or recording sound levels The external microphone or audio device does not work e Make sure that the microphone is connected to the proper connector on the computer e Click the speaker symbol on the taskbar and check the Windows volume control e Check the volume control of your computer Startup Problems When you turn on the computer it does not respond and the Power Indicator does not light green e If you are using an external AC power make sure that the AC adapter is correctly and securely connected If s
39. e end of the LAN cable to the RJ 45 connector on the computer and the other end to the network hub Using the Wireless LAN The WLAN features include e Peer to Peer Ad Hoc and Access Point Infrastructure modes support e WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy 64 128 bit data encryption e IEEE 802 11a b g n standard compliance Operating Your Computer 2 19 Stated Data Rates Technology Maximum Mbps Band Modulation Throughput GHz Technology Mbps 802 11a 54 54 48 36 5 15 OFDM Orthogonal 24 18 12 5 35 Frequency Division Multiplexing 9 6 802 11b 11 11 5 5 2 1 2 412 DSSS Direct 2 462 Sequence Spread Spectrum 802 119 54 54 36 18 9 2 4 OFDM Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing 802 11n 100 Mbps 100 210 2 4 5 Spatial multiplexing or more uses MIMO multiple input multiple output NOTE 802 11g mode is backward compatible with 802 11b mode Turning On Off the WLAN Radio NOTE The FAA Federal Aviation Agency has deemed it unsafe to operate wireless devices in aircraft as this may interfere with flight safety Remember to turn off wireless LAN when using your computer in the airplane To turn on the WLAN radio 1 Make sure that the RF switch is at the ON position 2 20 Operating Your Computer 2 To turn on the WLAN radio press Fn F1 or click the WLAN button in the Quick Bar as shown below an X over the button means the radio is currently off When the WLA
40. e is correctly set e Turn off power management PC Card Problems The PC card does not work e Make sure that the PC card is correctly seated e Ifthe card requires an IRQ Interrupt ReQuest make sure that there is one available The PC card stops communicating properly e The application may have been reset when the computer is turned off or in Sleep mode Exit and restart the application Power Management Problems The computer does not enter Sleep or Hibernation mode automatically e Ifyou have a connection to another computer the computer does not enter Sleep or Hibernation mode if the connection is actively in use e Make sure that the Sleep or Hibernation time out is enabled The computer does not enter Sleep or Hibernation mode immediately e Ifthe computer is performing an operation it normally waits for the operation to finish 8 8 Troubleshooting The computer does not resume from Sleep or Hibernation mode e The computer automatically enters Sleep or Hibernation mode when the battery pack is empty Do any one of the following Connect the AC adapter to the computer Replace the empty battery pack with a fully charged one The computer does not enter Hibernation mode with the Fn F12 hot keys e Make sure that the Hibernation function is specified for the sleep button e You might be using a PC or other card that prevents the computer from entering Hibernation mode To enter the mode stop th
41. e taskbar until a ring appears From the small menu that pops up click G Manager The G Manager window appears containing 6 tabs as described later NOTE Depending on your model the actual items appearing on the screen may differ from those shown in this manual 6 2 Using Special Utilities System Tab The System tab provides system information Summary System Information Select a component from the tm WLAN E Battery Total CPU Load CPU Clock RAM Free OS Family OS Version Product Model a u 1 22 1 57 1333MHz 997 51 MB 52 Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 6 1 7600 400 Execllent O x _ ce To view specific information select the component from the list on the left side of the screen The information of the selected component will be displayed on the right side of the screen Using Special Utilities 6 3 Battery Tab The Battery tab allows you to check the battery status and configure the battery Q 9 Left Battery 1 Battery 2 Battery Information Design Capacity 5200 mAh Time Left 3 hr 48 mins Full Charge Capacity 5200 mAh Working Status Nothing Remain Capacity 5149 mAh Battery Status DisCharge Manufacturer Getac Voltage 12191 mV Device Name Generic Charge current 1350 mA Type Lithium lon Power Consumption 16 45785 W Charging Mode Gauge Reset p z The battery is fully charged Economy Mode The progress bar i
42. e the power consumption for energy saving With an ACPI compliant operating system such as Windows power supply to different computer components is controlled on an as needed basis This allows maximum power conservation and performance at the same time In general Windows power management works in this way What When Power to the hard disk is turned When the hard disk has been idle for a off set period Power to the display is turned off When the display has been idle for a set period The computer enters the Sleep When the entire system has been idle mode The hard disk and display for a set period are turned off and the entire When manuall iV he mode system consumes less power en you manually activate the mode The computer enters the When the entire system has been idle Hibernation mode See the next for a set period subsection for more information When you manually activate the mode For detailed information on power management see Windows Help 3 8 Managing Power Hibernation Hibernation is a very useful feature People frequently open many applications when they use computers It takes some time to get all these applications open and running and normally they all have to be closed before the computer can be turned off When you use the hibernation feature you do not have to close the applications The computer stores the state of your computer to a file on the hard disk and then
43. ean Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices Statements of Compliance English This product follows the provisions of the European Directive 1999 5 EC Danish Dette produkt er i overensstemmelse med det europ iske direktiv 1999 5 EC Dutch Dit product is in navolging van de bepalingen van Europees Directief 1999 5 EC Finnish Tama tuote noudattaa EU direktiivin 1999 5 EC m r yksi French Ce produit est conforme aux exigences de la Directive Europ enne 1999 5 EC German Dieses Produkt entspricht den Bestimmungen der Europ ischen Richtlinie 1999 5 EC Regulatory Information B 9 Greek To npo v aut nAnpoi Tic NPOBAEWEIC TN Eupwnaikns Odnyiac 1999 5 EC Icelandic essi vara stenst regluger Evr pska Efnahags Bandalagsins numer 1999 5 EC Italian Questo prodotto conforme alla Direttiva Europea 1999 5 EC Norwegian Dette produktet er i henhold til bestemmelsene i det europeiske direktivet 1999 5 EC Portuguese Este produto cumpre com as normas da Diretiva Europ ia 1999 5 EC Spanish Este producto cumple con las normas del Directivo Europeo 1999 5 EC Swedish Denna produkt har tillverkats i enlighet med EG direktiv 1999 5 EC Local Restrictions of 802 11a g n Radio Usage CAUTION Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802 11a g n wireless LAN devices may not yet be harmonized in all countries 802 11a g n products are designed for use only in specific countries or regions and is not
44. ederal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement NOTE 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 the 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 e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Please note The use of a non shielded interface cable with this equipment is prohibited B 2 Regulatory Information Canada Canadian Department of Communications Radio In
45. end to the device s corresponding connector 4 6 Expanding Your Computer Connecting Audio Devices For higher audio quality you can send or receive sound through external audio devices f H In a e Audio Output Connector green can be connected to speakers headphones or earphone set e Microphone Connector pink can be connected to an external microphone for recording voice or sound NOTE e After connecting an external audio device make sure that you specify the use of the correct audio device in Windows e When using the external speakers headphones or microphone you cannot use the internal one Expanding Your Computer 4 Using Smart Cards Your computer has a smart card slot With an embedded microcontroller smart cards have the unique ability to store large amounts of data carry out their own on card functions e g encryption and mutual authentication and interact intelligently with a smart card reader To insert a smart card 1 Locate the smart card slot on the right of the computer and open the cover 2 Slide the smart card with its label and embedded computer chip facing up into the slot 3 When a new card is seated use the third party smart card software to allow your computer to read it To remove a smart card 1 Make sure that the third party smart card software is not accessing the smart card 2 Pull the card out of the slot 4 8 Expanding Your Computer
46. erse procedure may damage the AC adapter or the computer 1 4 Operating Your Computer e When unplugging the connector always hold the plug head Never pull on the cord NOTE When the AC adapter is connected it also charges the battery pack For information on using battery power see Chapter 3 Turning On and Off the Computer Turning On 1 Open the top cover by pulling the cover latch and lifting up the cover You can tilt the cover forward or backward for optimal viewing clarity Operating Your Computer 1 5 2 Press the power button C 3 Each time the computer is turned on it performs a Power On Self Test POST and the operating system such as Windows should start Turning Off When you finish a working session you can stop the system by turning off the power or leaving it in Sleep or Hibernation mode To Do this Power off Use the Windows Start menu in the lower left and follow Shutdown the shutdown procedure Sleep Press the power button or use the Windows Start menu to put the computer in Sleep mode Hibernate Use the Windows Start menu to put the computer in Hibernation mode See Hibernation in Chapter 3 for more information Sleep is the default setting of the power button You may change what the power button does in Windows Control Panel 1 6 Operating Your Computer Taking a Look at the Computer NOTE Depending on the model you purchased the appea
47. from that used by the affecting device e Consult your dealer or an experienced radio technician for help cannot connect to another WLAN device e Make sure that the WLAN feature is turned on e Make sure that the SSID setting is the same for every WLAN device in the network e Your computer is not recognizing changes Restart the computer e Make sure that the IP address or subnet mask setting is correct Troubleshooting 8 11 cannot communicate with the computer in the network when Infrastructure mode is configured Make sure that the Access Point your computer is associated with is powered on and all the LEDs are working properly If the operating radio channel is in poor quality change the Access Point and all the wireless station s within the BSSID to another radio channel Your computer may be in an out of range situation Move your computer closer to the Access Point it is associated with Make sure that your computer is configured with the same security option encryption to the Access Point Use the Web Manager Telnet of the Access Point to check whether it is connected to the network Reconfigure and reset the Access Point cannot access the network Make sure that the network configuration is appropriate Make sure that the user name or password is correct You have moved out of range of the network Turn off power management Other Problems The date time is incorrect Correct the date
48. ft Tab gt or lt Enter gt selects field Setup Defaults Select Menu Select gt Sub Menu Save and Exit System Time sets the system time System Date sets the system date Legacy USB Support enables or disables the system s support for Legacy USB device in DOS mode Wireless LAN specifies the on off state of the wireless LAN radio when the system starts up When set to Last State the on off state remains the same as the last state before you turn off the system Bluetooth specifies the on off state of the Bluetooth radio when the system starts up When set to Last State the on off state remains the same as the last state before you turn off the system 5 4 Using BIOS Setup and System Recovery Advanced Menu The Advanced menu contains the advanced settings Information Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help I Disabled gt Wake Up Capability ie Allow the system to AC Initiation Disabled y charge an external USB SATA Mode AHCI device when the system Intel AMT Setup Prompt j 5 is shutdown or in gt Virtualization Technology Setup p hibernation P Put bon secur The power source is HDD Preheat Disabled P either external AC power when connected or battery power when A power is not connected and the battery power is not low Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults Select Menu Select gt Sub Menu Save and Exit USB Power Anytime allows the system to charg
49. ftware gt Help 2 28 Operating Your Computer Using the 3G Feature Optional 3G is the third generation of mobile phone standards and technology after 2G Services include wide area wireless voice telephony and broadband wireless data all in a mobile environment Unlike IEEE 802 11 networks 3G networks are wide area cellular telephone networks which evolved to incorporate high speed internet access and video telephony IEEE 802 11 networks are short range high bandwidth networks primarily developed for data NOTE Your model only supports data transmission voice transmission is not supported Installing a SIM Card To use the 3G feature to connect to the Internet you need to subscribe to 3G service and acquire a SIM card from the service provider To install the SIM card follow these steps 1 Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter 2 Remove the battery pack See Replacing the Battery Pack in Chapter 3 for instructions 3 Insert the SIM card into the holder Make sure the golden contact area on the card is facing upward and the beveled corner on the SIM card facing outward NOTE To remove the SIM card push inward to release and slide the SIM card out of the slot Operating Your Computer 2 29 4 Replace the battery pack 5 Close the cover Make sure the latches are engaged Turning On Off the 3G Radio To turn on the 3G radio 1 Make sure that the RF switch is at the O
50. g UP a 3G Connection ss 2 31 Using the 3G Application 2 32 Chapter 3 Managing POWEYL cccccscesssseeeeseeseeeeeeseeeaeseeeeseeeennnees 3 1 ACAdaple eenen eu 3 2 Battery Palk CP nnen naenin 3 3 Charging the Battery Pack 3 3 Initializing the Battery Pack 3 4 Checking the Battery Level 3 5 Replacing the Battery Pack 3 6 Battery Low Signals and Actions ssssseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 3 7 Power Management nnen 3 8 POSE TA OW sce ee ee E 3 9 Power Saving Ti a ae cos 3 10 Chapter 4 Expanding Your Computer 4 1 Connecting an External Monitor 4 2 Connecting a Serial Device 4 3 Connecting a USB Device ss 4 4 Connecting an eSATA Device 4 5 Connecting an IEEE 1394 Device 4 6 Connecting Audio Devices ccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeesseseeeeeeeeeess 4 7 Using Smart Cards 4 8 SO PS CAO a 4 9 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Using EXDFESSC AFS sssini naii 4 11 Using Storage Cards 4 13 System Memory Upgrade 4 15 Using BIOS Setup and System Recovery 5 1 BIOS SOT a a re rere 5 2 When and How to Use 5 2 Information Men s sesser arnie eri a 5 3 Main Menu ccccccsesseceseesececsesececeseeeseuseeessaseeessaseeessaneess 5 4 Advanced Menu iii 5 5 security ISIN a Da ne 5 9 BOOTING eee E acne 5 11 MIS E are etter reer eerr ne 5 12 Sy SUSI ROCOVOI Y ee en 5 13 Using Special Utilities 6 1 USING G Manager ss 6 2 Star
51. h water or a non alkaline detergent to wipe the exterior of the computer Gently wipe the display with a soft lint free cloth Do not use alcohol or detergent on the display Dust or grease on the touchpad can affect its sensitivity Clean the pad by using adhesive tape to remove the dust and grease on its surface Battery Pack Guidelines Recharge the battery pack when it is nearly discharged When recharging make sure that the battery pack is fully charged Doing so may avoid harm to the battery pack The battery pack is a consumable product and the following conditions will shorten its life when frequently charging the battery pack when using charging or storing the battery in high temperature condition To avoid hastening the deterioration of the battery pack thereby prolonging its useful life minimize the number of times you charge it so as not to frequently increase its internal temperature Charge the battery pack between 10 C 30 C 50 F 86 F temperature range A higher environment temperature will cause the battery pack s temperature to rise Avoid charging the battery pack inside a closed vehicle and in hot weather condition Also charging will not start if the battery pack is not within the allowed temperature range Caring for the Computer 7 5 e It is recommended that you do not charge the battery pack more than once a day e It is recommended that you charge the battery pack with t
52. h you in a fully charged state as a backup To replace the battery pack follow these steps 1 2 Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter Press the two latches toward each other to open the protection cover Pull the strip and slide the battery pack out of the slot With the strip facing outward insert the new battery pack all the way into the slot Close the cover Make sure the latches are engaged 3 6 Managing Power Battery Low Signals and Actions The battery icon changes appearance to display the current state of the battery Battery Battery Level Description Icon Discharging The icon shows the charge remaining in 10 percent increments until the charge reaches the low battery level A Low The battery charge has reached the low battery level 10 by default Cl Critically low The battery charge has reached the critical battery level 5 by default By default Windows will display a notification and put your computer into Hibernation When the battery is low the computer s Battery Charge Indicator E4 also blinks red to alert you to take actions Always respond to low battery by connecting the AC adapter placing your computer in Hibernation mode or turning off the computer Managing Power 3 7 Power Management Your computer supports ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Interface for power management The power management feature allows you to reduc
53. he computer s power off e To maintain the battery pack s operating efficiency store it in a cool dark place removed from the computer and with 30 40 charge remaining e Important guidelines when using the battery pack When installing or removing the battery pack take note of the following avoid installing or removing the battery pack when the computer is in Sleep mode Abruptly removing the battery pack may cause loss of data or the computer may become unstable avoid touching the battery pack terminals or damage may occur thereby causing improper operation to it or the computer The computer s input voltage and surrounding temperature will directly affect the battery pack s charge and discharge time charging time will be prolonged when the computer is turned on To shorten the charging time it is recommended that you place the computer in sleep or hibernation mode alow temperature will prolong the charging time as well as hasten the discharge time Touchscreen Guidelines e Use the finger or the included stylus on the display Using a sharp or metallic object other than your finger or stylus may cause scratches and damage the display thereby causing errors e Avoid using excessive force that may cause damage to the display e Use a soft cloth to remove dirt on the display The touchscreen surface has a special protective coating that prevents dirt from sticking to it Not using a soft cloth ma
54. he touchpad on or off e For optimal performance of the touchpad keep your fingers and the pads clean and dry When tapping on the pad tap lightly Do not use excessive force The touchpad is a pointing device that allows you to communicate with the computer by controlling the location of the pointer on the screen and making selection with the buttons 2 6 Operating Your Computer Work surface within the inner rectangle The touchpad consists of a rectangular pad work surface and a left and right buttons To use the touchpad place your forefinger or thumb on the pad The rectangular pad acts like a miniature duplicate of your display As you slide your fingertip across the pad the pointer also called cursor on the screen moves accordingly When your finger reaches the edge of the pad simply relocate yourself by lifting the finger and placing it on the other side of the pad Here are some common terms that you should know when using the touchpad Term Action Point Move your finger on the pad until the cursor points to the selection on the screen Click Press and release the left button Tap gently anywhere on the pad Double click Press and release the left button twice in quick succession Tap twice on the pad rapidly Operating Your Computer 2 Term Action Drag and Press and hold the left button then move your finger drop until you reach your destination drag Finally release the button drop
55. htub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool Caution for USA Users To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord Regulatory Information B 5 On the Use of the RF Device NOTE The information in this section applies to models with the wireless LAN module USA and Canada Safety Requirements and Notices IMPORTANT NOTE To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements the antenna 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 Radio Frequency Interference Requirements and SAR The FCC with its action in ET Docket 93 62 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to Radio Frequency RF electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment The wireless LAN module meets the Human Exposure limits found in OET Bulletin 65 2001 and ANSI IEEE C95 1 1992 Proper operation of this radio according to the instructions found in this manual will result in exposure substantially below the FCC s recommended limits The following safety precautions should be observed e Do not touch or move antenna while the unit is transmitting or receiving e Do not hold any component containing the radio such that the antenna is very close or touching any exposed parts of the body especially the f
56. ing to see another part of a page that has scroll bars or Drag 1 or 2 fingers up or down Zoom Pinch Use zooming to make an item a photo for example on the screen larger or smaller The gesture works in applications that Move two fingers apart toward each support mouse wheel other Zooming 2 10 Operating Your Computer Gestures Rotate Press and Tap Two finger Tap Actions OF finger down 3 finger up C a 0 or Move two fingers in opposing directions Or Use one finger to pivot around another Press on target and tap using a second finger Tap two fingers at the same time where the target is in the midpoint between the fingers Descriptions Use rotating to move a picture or other item on the screen ina circular direction clockwise or counter clockwise The gesture works in applications that support the specific gesture Use press and tap to access the shortcut menu The function is defined by applications that support the specific gesture Operating Your Computer 2 11 Gestures Actions O finger down 3 finger up Flicks Make quick drag gestures in the desired direction 2 12 Operating Your Computer Descriptions Flick left or right to navigate back and forward in a browser and other applications The gesture works in most applications that support back and forward Using the Input Panel U
57. isc 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the eject button and the DVD tray will slide out partially Gently pull on it until it is fully extended 3 To insert a disc place down the disc in the tray with its label facing up Slightly press the center of the disc until it clicks into place To remove a disc hold the disc by its outer edge and lift it up from the tray 4 Gently push the tray back into the drive NOTE In the unlikely event that you are unable to release the drive tray by pressing the eject button you can manually release the disc See Optical Drive Problems in Chapter 8 Operating Your Computer 2 1 Using the Network Features Using the Modem Optional The internal 56 K fax data modem allows you to use the telephone line to communicate with others by fax email or connect to an online service or bulletin board To connect the telephone line to the modem connect one end of the modem cable to the RJ 11 connector on the computer and the other end to the phone line NOTE e When using the communication software you may have to disable power management e Do not enter the Sleep mode when using the communication software 2 18 Operating Your Computer Using the LAN The internal 10 100 1000Base T LAN Local Area Network module allows you to connect your computer to a network It supports data transfer rate up to 1000 Mbps To connect the network cable to the LAN module connect on
58. ive The drive can read from and write to CD DVD DVD and DVD RAM media CAUTION e When inserting a disc do not use force e Make sure that the disc is correctly inserted into the tray and then close the tray e Do not leave the drive tray open Also avoid touching the lens in the tray with your hand If the lens becomes dirty the drive may malfunction e Do not wipe the lens using materials with rough surface such as paper towel Instead use a cotton swab to gently wipe the lens FDA regulations require the following statement for all laser based devices Caution Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure NOTE The DVD drive is classified as a Class 1 laser product This label is located on the DVD drive CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 NOTE 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 2 16 Operating Your Computer Inserting and Removing a Disc Follow this procedure to insert or remove a d
59. key or passphrase For more information on setting a wireless network connection refer to Windows online help NOTE You can use Intel PROSet Wireless to take full advantage of the WiFi capabilities of your computer See the Help of the utility for Instructions 2 22 Operating Your Computer Using the Bluetooth Feature Optional Depending on your model your computer may incorporate the Bluetooth capability for short range about 10 meters wireless communications between devices without requiring a cable connection With Bluetooth wireless technology data can be transmitted through walls pockets and briefcases as long as two devices are within range The status of the Bluetooth connection is indicated by the Bluetooth icon located in the taskbar You need to tap EF on the taskbar to show the hidden icons Status Icon Off blue with red logo On blue with white logo Connected blue with green logo You can use the Bluetooth Utility to configure Bluetooth wireless connection settings and transfer files Turning On Off the Bluetooth Radio To turn on the Bluetooth radio 1 Make sure that the RF switch is at the ON position 2 To turn on the Bluetooth radio click the Bluetooth button in the Quick Bar as shown below an X over the button means the radio is currently Operating Your Computer 2 23 off When the Bluetooth radio is on the Bluetooth indicator gt S glows in green NOTE
60. latory Information B 3 FINNISH VAROITUS Paristo voi r j ht jos se on virheellisesti asennettu Vaihda paristo ainoastaan valmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin H vit k ytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti ENGLISH CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer Discard used batteries according to manufacturer s instructions DEUTSCH VORSICHT Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgem em Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einen vom Hersteller empfohlenen gleich wertigen Typ Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers FRENCH ATTENTION II y a danger d explosion s il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du m me type ou d un type quivalent recommand par le constructeur Mettre au rebut les batteries usag es conform ment aux instructions du fabricant Attention for USA Users The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery The battery is recyclable At the end of its useful life under various state and local laws it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal About the AC Adapter e Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer Use of another type of AC a
61. ly improving speed in data transfer while conserving power usage The ExpressCard slot can accommodate a 54 mm ExpressCard 54 or 34 mm ExpressCard 34 wide ExpressCard Typical ExpressCards support a very extensive range of applications including memory wired and wireless communication cards and security devices Shown next are the appearances of ExpressCards for your reference ExpressCard 54 ExpressCard 34 i Expanding Your Computer 4 11 To insert an ExpressCard 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot on the right side of the computer 2 Slightly push the dummy card to release and then pull it out of the slot 3 Slide the ExpressCard with its label facing up all the way into the slot until the rear connectors click into place 4 When a new card is seated the computer will detect it and try to install the appropriate driver Follow the on screen instructions to complete the process To remove an ExpressCard 1 Double click on the Safely Remove Hardware icon found on the Windows taskbar and the Safely Remove Hardware window appears on screen 2 Select highlight the ExpressCard from the list to disable the card 3 Slightly push the card to release and then pull it out of the slot 4 Replace the dummy card 4 12 Expanding Your Computer Using Storage Cards NOTE e If your hard disk is divided into several drives make sure that all drives have been formatted before using the Card Reader
62. ment Problems 8 8 Software ProbI Ms 22 ei 8 9 Sound Problems 8 9 Startup Problems 8 10 WLAN Problems 8 11 Other Problems ssassn 8 12 Resetting the Computer 8 13 Appendix A Specifications cccccsscccecesseeeeesesseeeeeesseessceseeesseaneeessonsaes A 1 Appendix B Regulatory Information B 1 On the Use of the System B 2 Class B Regulations B 2 Salety NOTICES ss sniessst tanssssssteses ds ces tanins B 3 On the Use of the RF Device ceccccccccecceeceeeseesseeeeeeeeeeeeeess B 6 USA and Canada Safety Requirements and Notices B 6 European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices B 9 Chapter 1 Getting Started Congratulations on purchasing this rugged computer This chapter first tells you step by step how to get the computer up and running Then you will find a section briefly introducing the external components of the computer Operating Your Computer 1 1 Getting the Computer Running This section guides you through the procedures for getting the computer ready for operation Unpacking After unpacking the shipping carton you should find these standard items e Rugged computer e Accessories AC adapter AC power cord Driver disc Document s Stylus and tether depending on your model Inspect all the items If any item is damaged or missing notify your dealer immediately Keep the shipping ca
63. ndicates the battery health status Battery charge kept at 80 to prolong Perform gauge reset helps to calibrate battery capacity and battery life improve battery performance Getac At most two batteries may be supported Click Battery 1 or Battery 2 to view the information of each battery if your model has a second battery NOTE e When the percentage Left is less than 10 then the value will be displayed in red e When an abnormal battery condition is detected Battery Status value will be displayed in red Battery Information The upper portion of the screen displays the current status of the selected battery 6 4 Using Special Utilities Charging Mode The lower left portion of the screen allows you to select the charging mode e Normal Mode The battery will be fully charged When remaining charge reaches below 95 then charging will start until it is fully charged e Economy Mode This mode helps prolong battery life by charging up to 80 of its total capacity only It is highly recommended if you are using AC power most of the time Gauge Reset The lower right portion of the screen contains the battery health bar and provides the battery calibration function The health bar shows the batter s health by percentage A low percentage indicates poor health and therefore the need to perform a gauge reset to calibrate the battery s capacity and improve the battery s performance The gauge reset pro
64. nitoring E CPU Clock M CPU Voltage Always On Top CPU Load F CPU Temperature Monitoring Interval FAN Speed GPU Temperature 3 sec HDD Temperature HDD Free Space RAM Free F Virtual RAM Free Items to Monitor The left portion of the screen lists the items Click the checkbox before an item to include it as a monitored component Click Apply or OK to save the changes NOTE Different models have different supported monitoring items non supported items cannot be selected grayed out items Monitoring Options The right portion of the screen allows you to set how the monitored items are displayed and how often the monitoring is updated e Always On Top allows the monitoring window to remain on top of your display Using Special Utilities 6 9 e Monitoring Interval sets the frequency of updates on the monitoring window 1 3 5 10 30 seconds or 1 5 30 minutes Click Apply or OK to save the changes Starting and Stopping the Monitoring To start monitoring click START Monitor The monitoring window similar to the one below appears displaying requested information at specified intervals 1800Mhz les 76G 32 38G HDD Free Space 52 97 G HDD Temperature 0 c c 1013MB c 506 6MB Ic OMB RAM Free 224 3 MB 2013MB 1007MB OMB CPU Vo oor 1 268 V Virtus RAM Free 1026 MB To stop monitoring click
65. nsitive to static electricity There are cases where static electricity generated by the human body has adversely affected such modules When inserting or removing a RAM module do not touch the terminals or internal components insert objects other than the module or allow foreign particles to enter Doing so has been known to cause damage fire or electrical shock To install the RAM module 1 Remove the battery pack see chapter 3 2 Carefully place the computer upside down 3 Remove the four screws to open the compartment cover Expanding Your Computer 4 15 4 To install the RAM module match the module s notched part with the socket s projected part and firmly insert the module into the socket at a 20 degree angle Then push down until the retaining clips lock the module into position CAUTION If the RAM module is difficult to insert or difficult to push down do not force it Check once more to ensure that the module is positioned correctly 5 Replace the compartment cover and secure with four screws 4 16 Expanding Your Computer Chapter 5 Using BIOS Setup and System Recovery BIOS Setup Utility is a program for configuring the BIOS Basic Input Output System settings of the computer BIOS is a layer of software called firmware that translates instructions from other layers of software into instructions that the computer hardware can understand The BIOS settings are needed by your computer t
66. nt data e Make sure that the battery pack is fully charged e Make sure that the computer is turned off and the top cover is securely closed e Make sure that all the connector covers are closed completely to ensure the waterproof integrity e Do not leave objects in between the keyboard and closed display e Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer and take it with you Use the AC adapter as the power source and as a battery charger e Hand carry the computer Do not check it in as luggage e If you need to leave the computer in the car put it in the trunk of the car to avoid exposing the computer to excessive heat e When going through airport security it is recommended that you send the computer and flash disks through the X ray machine the device you set your bags on Avoid the magnetic detector the device you walk through or the magnetic wand the handheld device used by security personnel e Ifyou plan to travel abroad with your computer consult your dealer for the appropriate AC power cord for use in your country of destination 7 8 Caring for the Computer Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Computer problems can be caused by hardware software or both When you encounter any problem it might be a typical problem that can easily be solved This chapter tells you what actions to take when solving common computer problems Troubleshooting 8 1 Preliminary Checklist Here are helpful hints to follow befo
67. ntinue Press any key for the system to restart 8 The Windows setup wizard starts Follow the onscreen prompts to continue 9 When the system restarts the installer screen as below appears The installer will perform system hardware detection and driver installation 5 14 Using BIOS Setup and System Recovery Getac Smart Installer Welcome to use Getac product This is the first boot up of Windows OS The Getac Smart Installer will automatically complete the setup of system Warning Critical system configuration is being processed DO NOT interrupt until setup is completed CADRIVERS ToBluetooth 5 1 0 186instalx86 Installation Process Installing device drivers into OS Total Reset Times in the Process 2 10 When completed the system restarts and displays Windows desktop Using BIOS Setup and System Recovery 5 15 Chapter 6 Using Special Utilities Special utilities are provided for enhanced capabilities and management This chapter describes how to use these utilities Using Special Utilities 6 1 Using G Manager G Manager is a unified user interface utility that allows you to manage and configure the following e System e Battery e ECO economic mode e Antenna e Monitoring e GPS Status Starting G Manager You can start up G Manager by any of the following methods e Click Start gt All Programs gt Getac Utility gt G Manager or e Click and hold the fog icon located on th
68. o make sure that the electrical outlet works properly e Ifyou are using the battery power make sure that the battery is not discharged e Asa protection the system will not start up if the temperature is too high If this happens both the Power C and Battery Charge A indicators blink green for 10 seconds Wait till the temperature drops down before trying to turn on the system again e If your model comes with the HDD preheat feature you will not be able to turn on the system when the hard disk drive is being heated Both the Power D and Battery Charge fi indicators blink green at the same time to indicate the heater is on Wait till the heating is finished 8 10 Troubleshooting When you turn on the computer it stops after POST e Restart your computer WLAN Problems cannot use the WLAN feature e Make sure that the mini PCI E WLAN card is correctly installed e Make sure that the WLAN feature is turned on Transmission quality is poor e Your computer may be in an out of range situation Move your computer closer to the Access Point or another WLAN device it is associated with e Check if there is high interference around the environment and solve the problem as described next Radio interference exists e Move your computer away from the device causing the radio interference such as microwave oven and large metal objects e Plug your computer into an outlet on a different branch circuit
69. o identify the types of installed devices and establish special features System Recovery reinstalls Windows to your system and configures it to the system s factory default settings This chapter tells you how to use the BIOS Setup and System Recovery Using BIOS Setup and System Recovery 5 1 BIOS Setup When and How to Use You need to run BIOS Setup Utility when e You see an error message on the screen requesting you to run BIOS Setup Utility e You want to restore the factory default BIOS settings e You want to modify some specific settings according to the hardware e You want to modify some specific settings to optimize the system performance To run BIOS Setup Utility press the F2 key when the prompt appears on the screen during system startup The prompt shows up on the screen for only a few seconds You must press F2 quickly The BIOS Setup Utility main screen appears as shown next Information Model NO Serial NO Processor Info Installed System Memory SATA HDD SATA ODD BIOS Revision EC Revision LAN MAC Address IEEE 1394 GUID Operating Time Select Item Select Menu Advanced Security Boot Exit S400 RA7XXS0019 Intel R Core TM i5 CPU M520 2 40GHz 4096MB SAMSUNG HM321HI 320GB Optiarc DVD RW AD 7580S RO 90 070520A RO 90b 00 22 20 0A D1 BA 00 40 D0 01 00 48 27 81 295 Hours Setup Defaults Save and Exit Change Values Select gt Sub Menu 5
70. o re define P1 make sure the P1 Function item in the BIOS Setup Utility is set to Quick Btn default setting See Advanced Menu in Chapter 5 for information 1 Right click the Getac utility icon 4 on the Windows taskbar and select Quick Buttons Definition G Manager Quick Bar Quick Button Definition Exit 2 The following window appears Select the button you want to re define and click the Open button C Program Files Getac Getac Utlity GManager exe X Due Ste 6 12 Using Special Utilities 3 In the Open dialog box browse to the destination folder and select the desired program file Then click Open to complete Open OO Fi gt Libraries Documents gt v Search Documents ce CE Re Re EE SE ue Organize New folder Favorites Documents library Includes 2 locations z Libraries Name 7 Date modified Type Fi Documents a Music Pictures E Videos Arrange by Folder Bluetooth 7 26 2010 10 39 AM File folder M Computer ti Network File name 4 A matching program icon will appear in the settings window NOTE You can restore the quick buttons to the default settings by clicking Get Default Using Special Utilities 6 13 Chapter 7 Caring for the Computer Taking good care of your computer will ensure a trouble free operation and reduce the risk of damage to your computer This chapter gives you guidelines covering a
71. puter A reverse procedure may damage the AC adapter or computer e When unplugging the connector always hold the plug head Never pull on the cord The AC adapter serves as a converter from AC Alternating Current to DC Direct Current power because your computer runs on DC power but an electrical outlet usually provides AC power It also charges the battery pack when connected to AC power The adapter operates on any voltage in the range of 100 240 V AC 3 2 Managing Power Battery Pack The battery pack is the internal power source for the computer It is rechargeable using the AC adapter The operating time of a fully charged battery pack depends on how you are using the computer When your applications often access peripherals you will experience a shorter operating time NOTE Care and maintenance information for the battery is provided in the Battery Pack Guidelines section in Chapter 7 Charging the Battery Pack NOTE e Charging will not start if the battery s temperature is below 0 C 32 F or above 40 C 104 F the charging process will stop if the battery s temperature gets above 60 C 140 F To avoid damaging the battery under this situation disconnect the AC adapter and wait for the battery to return to room temperature before charging again e During charging do not disconnect the AC adapter before the battery has been fully charged otherwise you will get a prematurely charged battery
72. r Using the Touchscreen Optional NOTE Press Fn F8 to toggle the touchscreen on or off CAUTION Do not use a sharp object such as a ballpoint pen or pencil on the touchscreen Doing so may damage the touchscreen surface Use your finger or the included stylus The touchscreen is a touch sensitive device that allows you to navigate on the screen without using a keyboard touchpad or mouse Use the included stylus to select objects on the screen The stylus can be stretched for better grip and handling Here are some common terms that you should know when using the touchscreen Term Action Click Point Tap gently on the touchscreen Double click Tap twice on the touchscreen rapidly Operating Your Computer 2 9 Drag and drop Press lightly on the touchscreen and move your finger until you reach your destination drag Finally release your finger drop when you finish dragging your selection to the destination The object will drop into the new location Using Multi touch Gestures Optional If your computer model comes with multi touch capable screen and Windows 7 you can interact with your computer by placing two fingers on the screen The movement of the fingers across the screen creates gestures which send commands to the computer Here are the multi touch gestures that you can use Gestures Actions Descriptions finger down lt 3 finger up Pan Scroll Use pann
73. rance of your computer may not be exactly the same as those shown in this manual CAUTION You need to open the protective covers to access the connectors When not using a connector make sure to close the cover completely for water and dust proof integrity Engage the locking mechanism if existing Front Components Ref Component Description See Also Top Cover Latch Locks the top cover Stereo Speaker Sends out sound and voice from the computer Provides a convenient way to carry the computer Operating Your Computer 1 7 Rear Components Ref _ Component Description gt See Also Power Connects the AC adapter P 1 3 Connector USB Port Connects a USB device such as a USB 4 4 flash disk printer digital camera joystick and more RS232 Serial Connects a serial mouse or serial Connector communication device RJ 45 Connector Connects the LAN cable P 2 19 RJ 11 Connector Connects the telephone line P 2 18 optional VGA Connector Connects an external display monitor P 4 2 Kensington Locks the computer to a stationary P 7 2 Lock object for security 1 8 Operating Your Computer Right Side Components Accepts a 3G SIM card for models having Ref Component Description See Also the 3G module NOTE The slot still exists but cannot be SIM Card Slot P 2 29 used for models without the 3G module Smart Card Accepts a
74. rd Mouse and Touchpad Problems The keyboard does not respond e Try connecting an external keyboard If it works contact an authorized dealer as the internal keyboard cable might be loose Water or liquid is spilt into the keyboard e Immediately turn off the computer and unplug the AC adapter Then turn the keyboard upside down to drain the liquid out of the keyboard Make sure to clean up any part of the spill you can get to Though the keyboard of your computer is spill proof liquid will remain in the keyboard enclosure if you don t remove it The numeric keypad is disabled e Make sure that the Num Lock is switched on Check if the Num Lock Indicator glows or not The external keyboard does not work e Make sure that the keyboard cable is properly connected The USB mouse does not work e Make sure that the mouse cable is properly connected The touchpad does not work or the pointer is difficult to control with the touchpad e Make sure that the touchpad is clean LAN Problems cannot access the network e Make sure that the LAN cable is properly connected to the RJ 45 connector and the network hub e Make sure that the network configuration is appropriate e Make sure that the user name or password is correct Troubleshooting 8 Modem Problems The modem does not work e Make sure that the telephone line is properly connected e Make sure that the COM port in the communication softwar
75. re you take further actions when you encounter any problem Try to isolate which part of the computer is causing the problem Make sure that you turn on all peripheral devices before turning on the computer If an external device has a problem make sure that the cable connections are correct and secure Make sure that the configuration information is properly set in the BIOS Setup program Make sure that all the device drivers are correctly installed Make notes of your observations Are there any messages on the screen Do any indicators light Do you hear any beeps Detailed descriptions are useful to the service personnel when you need to consult one for assistance If any problem persists after you follow the instructions in this chapter contact an authorized dealer for help 8 2 Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems Battery Problems The battery does not charge Battery Charge indicator does not light amber e Make sure that the AC adapter is properly connected e Make sure that the battery is not too hot or cold Allow time for the battery pack to return to room temperature e Make sure that the battery pack is installed correctly e Make sure that the battery terminals are clean The operating time of a fully charged battery becomes shorter e lf you often partially recharge and discharge the battery might not be charged to its full potential Initialize the battery to solve the problem See Initiali
76. reas such as protecting storing cleaning and traveling Caring for the Computer 1 Protecting the Computer To safeguard the integrity of your computer data as well as the computer itself you can protect the computer in several ways as described in this section Using an Anti Virus Strategy You can install a virus detecting program to monitor potential viruses that could damage your files Using Windows Action Center Windows Action Center alerts you to take action on the following security essentials e Windows Firewall e Windows Update e Malware Protection anti virus anti spyware e Others Internet security user account control For detailed information on Windows Security Center see Windows Help 7 2 Caring for the Computer Using the Cable Lock You can use a Kensington type cable lock to protect your computer against theft The cable lock is available in most computer stores To use the lock loop the lock cable around a stationary object such as a table Insert the lock to the Kensington lock hole and turn the key to secure the lock Store the key in a safe place LE Caring for the Computer 7 3 Taking Care of the Computer Location Guidelines e For optimal performance use the computer where the recommended temperature is between 0 C 32 F and 45 C 113 F Select models support 15 C 5 F low temperature e Avoid placing the computer in a location subject to high h
77. rrectly seated e Ifthe card requires an IRQ Interrupt ReQuest make sure that there is one available Troubleshooting 8 5 The ExpressCard stops communicating properly e The application may have been reset when the computer is turned off or in Sleep mode Exit and restart the application Hardware Device Problems The computer does not recognize a newly installed device e The device may not be correctly configured in the BIOS Setup program Run the BIOS Setup program to identify the new type e Make sure if any device driver needs to be installed Refer to the documentation that came with the device e Make sure if the device needs any jumper or switch settings Refer to the documentation that came with the device e Check the cables or power cords for correct connections e Foran external device that has its own power switch make sure that the power is turned on Hard Disk Drive Problems The hard disk drive error message appears on the screen e The hard disk drive has defects Ask your dealer for help The hard disk drive operations seem slow e The data files stored on the hard disk drive may be fragmented Use a tool such as Window s Disk Defragmenter to defragment the files The hard disk drive in use indicator glows without blinking e The data files stored on the hard disk drive may be fragmented Use a tool such as Window s Disk Defragmenter to defragment the files 8 6 Troubleshooting Keyboa
78. rton and packing materials in case you need to ship or store the computer in the future 1 2 Operating Your Computer Using the Tether Optional A tether is provided for attaching the stylus to your computer 1 Insert one of the tether s loop ends through the hole of the stylus as indicated by below Then insert the other end through the first loop as indicated by below and pull it tight 2 Insert the other loop end to the tether hole on the computer as indicated by below Then insert the stylus end through the loop as indicated by below and pull it tight Operating Your Computer 1 3 Connecting to AC Power The computer operates either on the external AC power or internal battery power It is suggested that you use AC power when you start up the computer for the very first time CAUTION Use only the AC adapter included with your computer Using other AC adapters may damage the computer 1 Plug the DC cord of the AC adapter to the power connector of the computer 2 Plug the female end of the AC power cord to the AC adapter and the male end to an electrical outlet 2 3 When the AC adapter is connected power is being supplied from the electrical outlet to the AC adapter and onto your computer Now you are ready to turn on the computer CAUTION e When you disconnect the AC adapter disconnect from the electrical outlet first and then from the computer A rev
79. se the Input Panel to enter text and perform various keyboard functions There are two types of Input Panels for you to use in Windows 7 e Touch Keyboard allows you to enter text by tapping the keys with your stylus like pressing the keys on a standard keyboard Tools G8 I ee PPE ETE PT CE CE 3 0 Ge GS GO CN GN GG CS CC CLS CAS CS CN US CS US CE GS a E GS CA Cs Gd GS CS GE LE e Writing Pad allows you to write on the writing pad like writing on a piece of paper Your handwriting will be converted into typed text Correcting Deleting Splitting Joining COED To open the Input Panel tap the Input Panel tab which appears by default on the left edge of the screen To switch between the two types tap TA or E at the upper left corner of the Input Panel NOTE For more information on using the Input Panel see Windows online help Operating Your Computer 2 13 Using the Quick Buttons The Quick Buttons allow you to quickly start a program or activate a function The quick buttons are Button Description P1 Starts G Manager by default You can re define the function of the button See Quick Button Definition Utility in Chapter 6 for information Can also serve as Emergency button if set according in the BIOS Setup program See Advanced Menu in Chapter 5 for information P2 Starts Microsoft Internet Explorer by default You can re define the function of the button
80. shuts down The next time you turn on your computer you return to exactly where you left off Managing Power 3 9 Power Saving Tips Aside from enabling your computer s power saving mode see previous section you can do your part to maximize the battery s operating time by following these suggestions Press the power saving quick button ECO to enter into power saving mode when using battery power Do not disable Power Management Decrease the LCD brightness to the lowest comfortable level Shorten the length of time before Windows turn off the display Many USB devices use power just by being connected If you use a USB mouse you can save power by disconnecting the mouse and using the touchpad If you use a USB flash drive unplug it when you are not using it Remove the card such as PC card ExpressCard and Smart Card if not using it Turn off the wireless radio if you are not using the wireless module such as WLAN Bluetooth or 3G Turn off the computer when you are not using it 3 10 Managing Power Chapter 4 Expanding Your Computer You can expand the capabilities of your computer by connecting other peripheral devices When using a device be sure to read the instructions accompanying the device together with the relevant section in this chapter Expanding Your Computer 4 1 Connecting an External Monitor If you want the benefits of a larger display screen with higher resolution you can connec
81. smart card for additional P 4 8 Reader security feature PCMCIA Slot Accepts a PC card for additional P 4 9 functions 3 3 ExpressCard Accepts an ExpressCard 34 or P 4 11 Slot ExpressCard 54 for additional functions Battery Pack Supplies power to your computer when P external power is not connected O Super Multi Accepts a compact disc for installing or P 2 16 loading software accessing data and playing music video Operating Your Computer 1 9 Left Side Components Ref Component Description See Also Tether Hole Stylus tethered to this hole P 1 3 Stylus Serves as the input device by tapping on P 2 9 the touchscreen to make selections and enter information Audio Output Connects a set of headphones or P 4 7 Connector external speakers with amplifier Microphone Connects an external microphone P 4 7 Connector eSATA USB Connects an eSATA device such as an P 4 5 external hard drive or optical drive Combo Port Can also function as a USB port RF radio Serves as the master on off control of P 2 20 frequency the RF radio 2 23 Switch When set to OFF all wireless modules 2 30 such as WLAN Bluetooth and 3G cannot be used When set to ON individual settings of the module work 1 10 Operating Your Computer Ref Component Description See Also Storage Card Accepts a MultiMediaCard MMC Reader Secure Digital SD Memory Stick
82. t an external display monitor to your computer Follow this procedure to connect an external monitor 1 Turn off the computer 2 Plug the monitor s D type signal connector to the computer s VGA connector 3 Plug one end of the monitor s power cord into the power socket on the monitor and the other end to an electrical outlet 4 Touse the monitor turn on the monitor before turning on the computer 5 The connected device should respond by default If not you can switch the display output by pressing the Fn F5 hot keys You can also change the display through Windows Control Panel gt Display Settings Properties CAUTION Do not disconnect the external monitor while the computer is in the Sleep mode or Hibernation mode If no external monitor is connected when the computer resumes the LCD might not display properly 4 2 Expanding Your Computer Connecting a Serial Device Your computer has one or two serial port depending on model for connecting a serial device such as a serial mouse or serial communication device modem Follow this procedure to connect a serial device 1 Turn off the computer 2 Plug the device cable to the serial port on the rear of the computer 3 Turn on the computer NOTE Portable modems that derive power through the serial port cannot be used with the computer Instead use a modem that is powered by its own internal battery or external AC power Expanding Your Computer 4 3
83. terference Regulations Class B Compliance Notice This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canada Interference Causing equipment regulations Cet appareil num rique de Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement Canadien sur le mat riel brouileur 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 Le pr sent appareil num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant les limites applicables aux appareils num riques de la classe B prescrites dans le R glement sur le brouillage radio lectrique dict par le minist re des Communications du Canada Safety Notices About the Battery Caution Texts Concerning Lithium Batteries DANISH ADVARSEL Lithiumbatteri Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig h ndtering Udskiftning ma kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type Lev r det brugte batteri tilbage til leverand ren NORWEGIAN ADVARSEL Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner SWEDISH VARNING Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte Anv nd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren Kassera anv nt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion Regu
84. the Close button at the upper right corner of the monitoring window or click Stop Monitor on the Monitoring tab page of G Manager 6 10 Using Special Utilities GPS Status Tab The GPS Status tab shows the GPS status for models having the GPS module Selected Item Data Summary aH Satellite Map Data Stamp AN Current Latitude Current Longitude 12136 7001 E ww No of Satellites in view 11 h Acquisition Status Acquired i W GPS Status Time Stamp y 5 rege Current Altitude 78 6 M ay a Message Log Signal Indicator SGPGSV 3 3 11 22 07 172 36 03 04 199 30 42 50 134 38 44 SGPGSV 3 2 11 29 30 066 40 06 14 190 33 20 13 303 42 30 12 0 p i il H fa E H H E SGPGSV 3 1 11 14 55 124 42 16 53 244 42 31 50 006 44 32 32 2X 14 16 31 32 29 6 20 30 22 3 42 Getac QOL Apply To start GPS positioning click Start GPS The screen displays e Ongoing raw data strings in the Message Log section e Overhead satellite positions in the Satellite Map section e Signal strength of the satellites in the Signal Indicator section When GPS positioning is completed the Data Summary section shows the GPS information of the current location To stop GPS positioning click Stop GPS Using Special Utilities 6 11 Quick Button Definition Utility The P1 and P2 buttons have pre assigned functions You can re define the button following this procedure NOTE If you want t
85. the sound volume Fn El me F4 Increases the sound volume Fn K 2 4 Operating Your Computer Description Switches the display output when external devices are F5 Fn JO connected C a z Decreases the LCD brightness S J T e gt ae Increases the LCD brightness TI 2 A x X F8 Switches the touchscreen off or on Switches the touchpad off or on 3 3 TI D ar Switches the system sound output off mute or on S gt gt P F11 Switches LCD backlight off or on TI 2 S Pi e Lie Serves as the sleep button that you can define with Windows Power Options See the Power Management in Chapter 3 TABLE NOTE means select models only Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions Windows Logo key and B Application key The Windows Logo key opens the Start menu and performs software specific functions when used in combination with other keys The Application key usually has the same effect as a right mouse click See your Windows manual for more information Operating Your Computer 2 5 Using the Touchpad CAUTION Do not use a sharp object such as a pen on the touchpad Doing so may damage the touchpad surface NOTE e Press Fn F9 to toggle t
86. ting G Manager ss 6 2 DUO CON AD a es a a io 6 3 BAM US AUS LOS E 6 4 ECO cece ett ctec vente teen eeitensveeemnceeotennn voutedesneatnacnseecedence 6 6 ECO Information 6 7 Antenna TaD essari en EETA 6 8 Monitoring La a 6 9 ESA LE ORALE a 6 11 Quick Button Definition Utility 6 12 Caring for the Computer ss 7 1 Protecting the Computer ss 7 2 Using an Anti Virus Strategy cccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaes 7 2 Using Windows Action Center 7 2 Using the Cable Lock 7 3 Taking Care of the Computer 7 4 Location Guidelines 7 4 General Guidelines cccccccccssssseeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseneaeaessseeeees 7 4 Cleaning Guidelines nnne 7 5 Battery Pack Guidelines 7 5 Touchscreen Guidelines 7 6 When Traveling 7 8 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting ss 8 1 Preliminary Checklist 8 2 Solving Common Problems cccceeeeeeeeeeseessesseeeeeeeeeeees 8 3 Battery Problems ccccccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeesseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeennnans 8 3 Bluetooth Wireless Transmission Problems 8 3 Display PrODISMS nan miens esse 8 4 DVD Drive Problems 8 5 ExpressCard Problems 8 5 Hardware Device Problems 8 6 Hard Disk Drive Problems 8 6 Keyboard Mouse and Touchpad Problems 8 7 LAN Problems 8 7 Modem Problems 8 8 PC Card PONG AG ne da n nn 8 8 Power Manage
87. tion of keyboard usage Key Function e Selects highlight a boot device Changes the boot sequence 1to4 Loads the default boot sequence forr Specifies if the boot device is fixed f or removable r X Moves the highlighted boot device from the Boot priority order list to the Excluded from boot order list and vice versa Using BIOS Setup and System Recovery 5 11 Shift 1 Deactivates activates the highlighted boot device on the Boot priority order list When a device has been deactivated an exclamation symbol appears beside the item and system will bypass it when detecting boot device during POST Exit Menu The Exit menu provides ways of exiting BIOS Setup After finishing with your settings you must save and exit so that the changes can take effect Information Main Advanced Security Item Specific Help Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Exit System Setup and j save your changes to Discard Changes CMOS Save Changes Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults Select Menu Select gt Sub Menu Save and Exit Exit Saving Changes saves the changes you have made and exits BIOS Setup Utility Exit Discarding Changes exits BIOS Setup Utility without saving the changes you have made Load Setup Defaults loads the factory default values for all the items Discard Changes restores the previous values for all the items Saves Changes saves the changes you
88. ttery s capacity is below 10 Blinks amber when the battery is in an abnormal condition Operating Your Computer 1 13 Ref Component Description See Also ft Both indicators blink green at the same P 5 5 time when the optional hard disk drive heater is on CAUTION The HDD Preheat feature works with low temperature 9 cell battery packs only Do not use other battery types If you turn on the system when the P 8 10 temperature is too high for operation both indicators blink green for 10 seconds to indicate the system will remain off as a protection Wait till the temperature drops down fj Hard Disk Blinks green when computer is reading DVD Drive writing data to the hard disk or DVD drive Num Lock Lights green when Num Lock is on P 2 3 Caps Lock Lights green when Caps Lock is on P 2 3 9 WLAN Lights green when WLAN radio is on P 2 20 0 rc Bluetooth Lights green when Bluetooth radio is on P 2 23 Lights green when 3G radio is on P 2 29 Fingerprint Serves as the fingerprint verification P 2 31 Sensor preventing unauthorized access to your computer 1 14 Operating Your Computer Bottom Components a SS Z Ref Component Description Docking Connects to the Office Dock purchased Connector separately GPS Pass through Connects to the external antenna for Connector GPS receiver optional Se
89. umidity extreme temperatures mechanical vibration direct sunlight or heavy dust Operating in an environment with metallic dust is not allowed e Do not cover or block any ventilation openings on the computer For example do not place the computer on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface Otherwise overheating may occur that results in damage to the computer e Keep the computer at least 13 cm 5 inches away from electrical appliances that can generate a strong magnetic field such as a TV refrigerator motor or a large audio speaker e Avoid moving the computer abruptly from a cold to a warm place A temperature difference of more than 10 C 18 F may cause condensation inside the unit which may damage the storage media e Do not place the computer on an unsteady surface General Guidelines e Do not place heavy objects on top of the computer when it is closed as this may damage the display e The screen surface is easily scratched Do not use paper towels to clean the display but use the included soft cloth Avoid touching it with your fingers pen or pencil e To maximize the life of the backlight in the display allow the backlight to automatically turn off as a result of power management Avoid using 7 4 Caring for the Computer a screen saver or other software that prevents the power management from working Cleaning Guidelines Never clean the computer with its power on Use a soft cloth moistened wit
90. vide a separation distance of at least 20 cm 8 inches from all persons and that the antenna must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or radio transmitter It is recommended that the user limit exposure time if the antenna is positioned closer than 20 cm 8 inches Use on Aircraft Caution CAUTION Regulations of the FCC and FAA prohibit airborne operation of radio frequency wireless devices because their signals could interfere with critical aircraft instruments Regulatory Information B EMC Requirements This device uses generates and radiates radio frequency energy The radio frequency energy produced by this device is well below the maximum exposure allowed by the Federal Communications Commission FCC This device complies with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 subpart C of the FCC Rules and Regulations Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The FCC limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual and operated in a commercial environment However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular commercial installation or if operated in a residential
91. y cause damage to the special protective coating on the touchscreen surface 7 6 Caring for the Computer To remove hard to remove dirt blow some steam on the particular area and gently wipe away using a soft cloth e Turn off the computer power when cleaning the display Cleaning the display with the power on may cause improper operation e Use the touchscreen within the intended area only The display area and touchscreen operating area is the same Using it beyond the allowed area may cause damage to the display and result in improper operation e Do not use excessive force on the display Avoid moving the computer while holding the display or twisting the display Avoid placing objects on top of the display as this may cause the glass to break thereby damaging the display e Using the touchscreen during low temperature less than 5 C may cause a slower response time this is normal A normal response time may be restored upon returning to room temperature e When there is noticeable discrepancy in the operation of the touchscreen function wrong location on intended operation or improper display resolution refer to the Windows online Help for instructions on recalibrating the touchscreen display Caring for the Computer When Traveling e Before traveling with your computer make a backup of your hard disk data into flash disks or other storage devices As an added precaution bring along an extra copy of your importa
92. zing the Battery Pack in Chapter 3 for instructions The battery operating time indicated by the battery meter does not match the actual operating time e The actual operating time can be different from the estimated time depending on how you are using the computer If the actual operating time is much less than the estimated time initialize the battery See Initializing the Battery Pack in Chapter 3 for instructions Bluetooth Wireless Transmission Problems cannot connect to another device with Bluetooth wireless technology e Make sure that the Bluetooth wireless card is correctly installed e Make sure that both devices have activated Bluetooth feature Troubleshooting 8 3 e Make sure that the distance between the two devices are not over 10 meters or that there are no walls or other obstructions between the devices e Make sure that the other device is not in Hidden mode e Make sure that both devices are compatible Display Problems Nothing appears on the screen e During operation the screen may automatically turn off as a result of power management Press any key to see if the screen comes back e The brightness level might be too low Increase brightness e The display output might be set to an external device To switch the display back to the LCD press the Fn F5 hot key or change the display through the Display Settings Properties The characters on the screen are dim e Adjust the

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