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1. 7 5 Battery Pack Guidelines 7 5 Touchscreen Guidelines ccccceesseessecstecstecsteeeteeeeeees 7 6 When Traveling A 7 8 TTOUDIeSROOLINO srrcessann reset rut 8 1 Preliminary Checklist 8 2 Solving Common Problems 8 3 Battery Problems 8 4 Bluetooth Wireless Transmission Problems 8 4 Display Problems cccecscecseesseeseeeseeeseeesseenseeneenseenes 8 5 ExpressCard Problems ccccccssessseeseesteestecneceeeneeees 8 6 Hardware Device Problems 8 6 Hard Disk Drive Problems 8 6 Keyboard Mouse and Touchpad Problems 8 7 LAN Problems inner d ni rennes 8 7 WLAN Problems eron tenter atalnre Miss 8 8 Modem Problems 4 8 9 Optical Drive Problems 8 9 PGC Card Problems 25 tarte men e te 8 10 Power Management Problems 8 11 Software Problems ancicn ei t e 8 12 Sound Problems sstart oee a ennt a ani ath 8 12 Startup PrObI mMS aeii a E A A n 8 13 Other Problems iii latente 8 13 Resetting the Computer 8 14 Appendix A Specifications ccccccccssssseseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneees A 1 Appendix B Regulatory Information cccccesssessseeeeees B 1 On the Use of the System B 2 Class B Regulations 4 B 2 Safety NOTIC S sve cecssiovegsitutacenuss tiennent EAR ENE
2. Eject button 3 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 Y our Computer 4 9 To remove a PC card 1 Double click on the Safely Remove Hardware W icon found on the Windows Vista taskbar and the Safely Remove Hardware window appears on screen 2 Select highlight the PC card from the list to disable the card 3 Push the eject button and the card will slide out slightly 4 Pull the card out of the slot Expanding Y our Computer 4 10 Using ExpressCards Optional Depending on the model 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 respectively improving speed in data transfer while conserving power usage ExpressCard Type 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 ExpressCard 34 Inserting and Removing an ExpressCard To insert an ExpressCard 1 Locate the ExpressCard slot on the right side of the computer and open the cover Expanding Y our Computer 4 11
3. 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 e Press the Fn F5 hot key to toggle through the display options or change the Display Settings Properties in Windows Troubleshooting 8 5 ExpressCard Problems The ExpressCard does not work Make sure that the ExpressCard is correctly seated If the card requires an IRQ Interrupt ReQuest make sure that there is one available The ExpressCard stops communicating properly 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 The device may not be correctly configured in the BIOS Setup program Run the BIOS Setup program to identify the new type Make sure if any device driver needs to be installed Refer to the documentation that came with the device Make sure if the device needs any jumper or switch settings Refer to the documentation that came with the device Check the cables or power cords for correct connections For an 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 The
4. 4 Plug one end of the monitor s power cord into the power socket on the monitor and the other end to an electrical outlet 5 To use the monitor turn on the monitor before turning on the computer 6 The monitor should respond by default If not you can switch the display to the monitor or to both simultaneous display or to multi display by pressing the Fn F5 hot key In Windows you can also change the display through the Display Settings Properties Expanding Y our Computer 4 2 7 You can change display settings through your operating system See your operating system documentation or online help for specific information 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 Expanding Y our Computer 4 3 Connecting a Serial Device Your computer has two serial ports for connecting serial devices such as serial mouse or serial communication device modem Follow this procedure to connect a serial device 1 Make sure the Serial Port COM1 COM2 item is set properly in the BIOS Setup program See Advanced Menu in Chapter 5 for information 2 Make sure the computer is not turned on 3 Slide the release latch towards the right to open the port cover 4 Plug the device cable to the serial port on the rear of the computer 5 Turn on the compute
5. 2 Slide the ExpressCard with its label facing up all the way into the slot until the rear connectors click into place 3 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 WB 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 Push the ExpressCard slightly to release the card 4 Pull the card out of the slot Expanding Y our Computer 4 12 Using the Card Reader NOTE e If your hard disk is divided into several drives make sure that all drives have been formatted before using the Card Reader 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 1 0 input output functions such as a wireless network card or Bluetooth wireless card Your computer has a Card Reader The Card Reader is a small drive for reading from and writing to removable storage cards or called memory cards The Card Reader supports the MultiMediaCard MMC Secure Digital SD Memory Stick MS and Memory Stick PRO MS PRO cards Shown next are the appearance and size of each card type for your reference Type MMC Card SD Card MS MS PRO Card Appearance DURS
6. 4 11 ExpressCard Type inisinia iiini 4 11 Inserting and Removing an ExpressCard cseeee 4 11 Using the Card Reader 0 0 ccccccecssesseceseceseceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeennes 4 13 Using the Port Replicator Optional 4 15 System Memory Upgrade 4 16 Using BIOS Setup 5 1 When and How to Use BIOS Setup ccccccesseesteetteertees 5 2 Whento Users sn MR nt 5 2 Starting BIOS Setup 5 2 Moving Around and Making Selections eeeeeee 5 4 Information Menu 5 5 Main Menu ceases tnra cons eiesstuenicn E e 5 6 Advanced Menuen ar aa a e ae nine tant 5 7 Security MENU ire reset rss a a a i T 5 9 Boot M ts a eiceese ire detiedee aera tite 5 11 Exit Menu e part nee ds an El Le 5 12 When and How to Use the System Recovery Feature 5 13 Wh nto Users enea nan lash eE E aes 5 13 Starting System Recovery 5 13 Using the TPM and P1 Utility ssseeeeeeeees 6 1 Using TPM Trusted Platform Module 6 2 P1 Quick Launch Key Utility 6 3 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Caring for the Computer ccccceesseesseeeeee 7 1 Protecting the Computer 7 2 Using the Windows Security Center 7 2 Using the Cable Lock 7 3 Taking Care of the Computer 7 4 Location Guidelines ccccccccsecsseeseeseessecseceeeeteenseeees 7 4 General Guidelines 7 4 Cleaning Guidelines
7. 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 Operating Y our Computer 2 8 Key Description l FES Switches the wireless LAN radio on and off n T F2 Switches the night vision feature on and off for viewing the Fn nn i J display when using night vision goggles optional See F3 Decreases the sound volume Fn El F4 Increases the sound volume Fn K F5 Switches the display output to one of the following when i ME external devices are connected aa D Upon booting the system with CRT gee ao LCD amp CRT NOTE This function only applies to Plug amp Play display devices P F6 amp Decreases the LCD brightness n T F7 Increases the LCD brightness Fn F8 Switches the touchscreen on and off option n F9 Switches the touchpad off and on Fn i i a Switches the system sound outpu
8. 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 adapter 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 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 Regulatory Information B 4 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
9. you should find these standard items e Rugged computer e Accessories AC adapter AC power cord Touchscreen pen depending on your model Inspect all the items If any item is damaged or missing notify your dealer immediately Keep the shipping carton and packing materials in case you need to ship or store the computer in the future 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 Make sure that the computer is turned off 2 Plug the DC cord of the AC adapter to the power connector of the computer Getting Started 1 2 3 Plug the female end of the AC power cord to the AC adapter and the male end to an electrical outlet Q 4 4 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 5 When the AC adapter is connected it also charges the battery pack The Battery Charge Indicator on the computer glows amber to indicate that charging is in progress When the battery is fully charged the Battery Charge Indicator 1 glows green For information on using battery power see Chapter 3 CAUTION e When you disconnect the AC adapter disconne
10. 4 Display Problems P 8 5 ExpressCard Problems P 8 6 Hardware Device Problems P 8 6 Hard Disk Drive Problems P 8 6 Keyboard Mouse and Touchpad Problems P 8 7 LAN Problems P 8 7 WLAN Problems P 8 8 Modem Problems P 8 8 Optical Drive Problems P 8 9 PC Card Problems P 8 9 Power Management Problems P 8 9 Software Problems P 8 12 Sound Problems P 8 12 Startup Problems P 8 13 Other Problems P 8 13 Troubleshooting 8 3 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 Ifyou often partially recharge and discharge the battery might not be charged to its full potential Initialize the battery to solve the problem See Initializing 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 Chap
11. 5 10 mW 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 see Chapter 2 for more information Regulatory Information B 12
12. A une en 2 25 Using the Wireless LAN ccccccscecsseeseeteeeteeetseeneensees 2 26 Using the Bluetooth Feature 2 29 Using the 3G Feature Optional 2 34 Using the Fingerprint Sensor 2 38 Enrolling Fingerprints cccecccecsseesseeteeeteeeseeseeneees 2 40 Changing the Settings 00 0 0 ccc cecccessceeseeeseeeteeeteeeneeseees 2 42 Managing Power ssssseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeees 3 1 AC Adapter fist shoapinsrtauvadaneandnvadebem Sas 3 2 Battery Pack ccccceccccsseessecsteceneceeceeeeeeceeeeeseeeeseeeseeeseeesees 3 3 Charging the Battery Pack cccecccesceesseeeseeeeeeeeeeeneennes 3 3 Initializing the Battery Pack 3 4 Checking the Battery Level 3 4 Replacing the Battery Pack 3 5 Installing a Second Battery Pack Optional 0000000000 3 6 Battery Low Signals and Actions 3 9 Power Management 3 10 Hibernate srl entrera 3 11 Power Saving Tips 3 12 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Expanding Your Computer cssssseeseeeeeeees 4 1 Connecting an External Monitor 4 2 Connecting a Serial Device 4 4 Connecting a USB Device 4 5 Connecting an IEEE 1394 Device 4 6 Using Smart Cards Optional 4 7 Inserting and Removing a Smart Card 4 7 Using PC Card Serner ienee a a 4 9 Inserting and Removing a PC Card 4 9 Using ExpressCards Optional
13. B 3 On the Use of the RF Device B 6 USA and Canada Safety Requirements and Notices B 6 European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices B 9 Preface This manual contains information that will help you operate the computer It is divided into 8 chapters and 2 appendices Chapter 1 Getting Started takes you through the process of setting up the computer and identifying its external components Chapter 2 Operating Your Computer tells you how to use the computer s components and features Chapter 3 Managing Power provides information on power Chapter 4 Expanding Your Computer provides information on installing and using peripheral devices Chapter 5 Using BIOS Setup describes the BIOS Setup program that configures the computer s BIOS settings Chapter 6 Using the TPM and P1 Utilities describes how to use TPM Trusted Platform Module and P1 quick launch key utilities Chapter 7 Caring for the Computer gives you tips in care and maintenance Chapter 8 Troubleshooting gives solutions to common problems you may encounter when using the computer Appendix A Specifications gives a brief specification of the computer Appendix B Regulatory Information provides regulatory statements and safety notices on your computer vi Notational Conventions Throughout this manual the following conventions are used to distinguish elements of text NOTE identifies additional information that requires sp
14. 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 face or eyes while transmitting e Donot 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 e The use of wireless devices on airplanes is governed by the Federal Aviation Administration FAA Regulatory Information B 6 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
15. Orthogonal Frequency 9 Division Multiplexing 802 11n 100 Mbps or 100 210 2 4 5 Spatial multiplexing uses MIMO more multiple input multiple output NOTE 802 119 mode is backward compatible with 802 11b mode If your WLAN card was provided by your dealer instead of the computer manufacturer contact your dealer for the correct driver to use Operating Y our Computer 2 26 Turning Off On 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 Press Fn F1 to turn on the WLAN radio see Hot Keys in Chapter 2 indicated by the WLAN indicator 9 glowing in green when on If you need to temporarily turn off the radio press Fn F1 To resume network connection press Fn F1 again It takes approximately 30 seconds for your computer to make a successful WLAN connection and approximately 10 seconds to disconnect Connecting to a Wireless Network To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure that the WLAN radio is on see the previous section 2 Right click the Wireless Network Connection icon ps located on the Windows system tray and select Connect to a network Operating Y our Computer 2 27 3 Ifany wireless network is detected the following
16. Se 512 S OUd OUS WBW 24x32x1 4 24x32x2 1 21 5x50x2 8 mm mm mm To insert a storage card 1 Locate the Card Reader slot on the right side of the computer and open the cover Expanding Your Computer 4 13 2 Align the card with its connector pointing to the slot and its label facing down Slide the card into the slot until it reaches the end g 3 Windows will detect the card and assign it a drive name typically E To remove a storage card 1 Double click My Computer 2 Right click the drive with the card and select Eject 3 Pull the card out of the slot Expanding Y our Computer 4 14 Using the Port Replicator Optional A port replicator is available as an option This device eliminates the hassles of having you connect and disconnect the various cables when carrying your computer around and allows a variety of peripherals to be connected including a headphone or microphone etc The port replicator connects to the expansion bus connector at the rear of your computer 1 Slide open the expansion bus connector cover 2 Connect your port replicator to the expansion bus connector For more detailed information refer to the Operating Instructions of the port replicator CAUTION e Hot warm docking and hot warm undocking are not possible with the port replicator e Contact your dealer for the correct type of port replicator docking input device to
17. The system will turn down the panel backlight and sacrifice processing speed to gain more battery life Lights green when power saving mode is enabled NOTE The power saving quick button works only when using battery power e Sunlight readable quick button 6 for enabling the sunlight readable LCD display Lights green when sunlight readable mode is enabled Operating Your Computer 2 4 e Light sensor quick button ey for adjusting the LCD brightness automatically based on your computer s surrounding lighting condition Lights green when light sensor is enabled Operating Y our Computer 2 5 Using the Internal Keyboard Your keyboard has all the standard functions of a full sized computer keyboard plus a 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 Alt Esc and lock keys for special purposes When the lock keys Caps Lock Num Lk and Scr 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 depen
18. button When press the sleep button and When I close the lid of the Power Options gt System Settings Properties from the Control Panel gt Mobile PC in Windows Vista 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 shuts down The next time you turn on your computer you return to exactly where you left off Managing Power 3 11 Power S aving 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 to enter into power saving mode when using battery power Do not disable Power Management Choose a Windows power plan that saves power A power plan is a collection of hardware and system settings that control how your computer manages power 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
19. 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 1 7 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 important 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 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 Ifyou 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 Caring for the Computer 7 8 CHAPTER Troubleshooting Computer problems can be ca
20. installed to its default setting Using BIOS Setup 5 15 CHAPTER Using the TPM and P1 Utility Your computer comes with an added security feature known as the TPM Trusted Platform Module a component on your computer s mainboard that is specifically designed to enhance platform security above and beyond the capabilities of today s software by providing a protected space for key operations and other security critical tasks Also located on top of your keyboard is the P1 quick launch key The quick launch key utility allows you to re define customize the P1 quick launch key according to your needs This chapter describes how to use these utilities Using the TPM and P1 Utility 6 1 Using TPM Trusted Platform Module TPM is a hardware based security feature that can be used to create and manage computer generated digital certificates When combined with security software the TPM enhances existing network and computer security by enabling features such as file protection capabilities and protected e mail NOTE e Make sure you select Enable on the TPM Support item under the Security menu of your BIOS Setup see chapter 5 for details e Make sure you select Enable amp Activate on the Change TPM State item under the Security menu of your BIOS Setup see chapter 5 for details e You only need to activate these items once You can use the certificates to e Send and receive secure email from email clients like Micr
21. samme fabrikat og type Lev r det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandgren 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 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 Regulatory Information B 3 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
22. 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 It is recommended that you do not charge the battery pack more than once a day Caring for the Computer 7 5 It is recommended that you charge the battery pack with the computer s power off 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 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 Use the finger or the included touch
23. touchpad If you use a USB flash drive unplug it when you are not using it If you work with an application that uses a PC card exit the application when you finish using it If you have a PC card installed remove it when not in use Some PC cards drain power even while they are inactive Deactivate the WLAN function if you are not using it see Chapter 2 Deactivate the Bluetooth feature if you are not using it see Chapter 2 Turn off the computer when you are not using it Managing Power 3 12 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 This chapter gives guidelines on installing and using these devices External monitor Serial device USB device IEEE 1394 device Smart Card PC card ExpressCard Card Reader Port Replicator System memory Expanding Y our Computer 4 1 Connecting an External Monitor If you want the benefits of a larger display screen with higher resolution you can connect an external display monitor to your computer Follow this procedure to connect an external monitor 1 Make sure that the computer is not turned on 2 Slide the release latch towards the right to open the connector cover 3 Plug the monitor s D type signal connector to the computer s VGA connector
24. 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 bathtub 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 ofthe 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
25. window appears on screen Click the Show drop down menu and select Wireless Select a network to connect to son Gs All aa Dial up and VPN M d network e MS Unnamed Network Unsecured network Aa CE Security enabled network lt connection or n Open Network and Sharing Center Connect Cancel 4 Select a wireless network to connect to by clicking a selection then click Connect 5 Depending on the settings you may be asked to enter a WEP key refer to your Windows online help for more information on setting a wireless network connection Operating Your Computer 2 28 Using the Bluetooth Feature 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 Turning On and Offthe Bluetooth Feature 1 Make sure that the RF switch is at the ON position 2 Right click the GETAC Utility icon E located on Windows system tray and select Quick Bar Switch to high brightness G Manager Quick Bar Quick Button Definition Exit Operating Your Computer 2 29 3 The following appears onscreen To turn on the Bluetooth feature click the Bluetooth quick button The Bluetooth indicator will glow in gr
26. F switch is at the ON position 2 Right click the GETAC Utility icon 3 located on Windows system tray and select Quick Bar Switch to high brightness G Manager Quick Bar Quick Button Detinition Exit Operating Your Computer 2 36 3 The following appears onscreen To turn on the 3G feature click the 3G quick button The 3G indicator will glow in green 4 To turn off the 3G feature click the 3G quick button again You can use the 3G software application to configure 3G connection settings Operating Your Computer 2 37 Using the Fingerprint Sensor To start using the fingerprint sensor 1 Locate and slide open the fingerprint sensor cover WARNING e To protect the fingerprint sensor be sure to slide close the cover when not using the fingerprint reader e We shall notbe liable for any loss or damage whatsoever resulting from your use of the fingerprint sensor or neglect of fingerprint sensor use or any data loss resulting from such developments as fingerprint authentication malfunctioning Operating Y our Computer 2 38 2 Go to Start menu gt Programs gt Protector Suite QL gt Control Center The following screen appears IZ Protector Suite Software Fingerprint Control Center Fingerprints avout Enroll or edit current user s fingerprint templates Settings Configure the fingerprint software Help Get help information The computer features the Finger
27. Here 1 15 Chapter 2 Operating Your Computer 2 1 Starting and Stopping the Computer ceeceesceesseeteeees 2 2 Starting the Computer cccceccceeseeseeeseeeteeeteeeteeeseensees 2 2 Stopping the Computer cccceccseesseesseestecstecetecnteenenees 2 2 Using the Quick Buttons 2 0 0 ccccecccceceeeseeeeeeeeeteeeteeeseeensees 2 4 Using the Internal Keyboard 00 0 ceeceecceeseetseeteeeteeeseeeneees 2 6 Typewriter Keys ssscsiasccsaiacehatesa nat sert a ENEA 2 6 Cursor Control Keys 2 7 Numeric Keypad cccccccsccsssceseceneceeeceeeeeeeeeseeseeeneeesaees 2 7 Function Keys rite ets neutre 2 8 Chapter 3 Hot ES fei here a a tee ne ann et tn 2 8 Using the Touchpad cccccssccsseceteceseceeeceeeeseeessneeeneenees 2 11 Configuring the Touchpad c ecccecsceseeeseeetteetteeteees 2 13 Using the Touchscreen Optional ccceesceeseeeteeteeeees 2 14 Using the Hard Disk Drive 2 16 Installing a Second Hard Disk Drive Optional 2 16 Using the Optical Drive Optional ceeeseeeseeereeeees 2 18 Inserting and Removing a Disc 2 19 Using the Video Features cccccccescessceseceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeenes 2 21 Configuring the Display Modes 2 21 Using the Audio Features 2 22 Connecting Audio Devices cccecsceesceeseeteeeteeteetsees 2 23 Using the Communication Features c cccceseeseeereees 2 24 Using the Modem 2 24 Using the LAN ns its a
28. Off Click Start gt Shut Down This can Press the power prevent loss of unsaved data or damage to button your software programs If the system is locked up because of hardware or software problems press the power button to turn off the computer Sleep Depending on your settings in Windows Press the power you can place the computer in Sleep button mode by e Closing the display cover e Pressing the Fn F12 hot key e Pressing the power button Operating Y our Computer 2 2 To stopin To start up or this mode resume again Hibernation Depending on your settings in Windows Press the power you can place the computer in button Hibernation mode by e Closing the display cover e Pressing the power button If you choose to stop in Sleep or Hibernation mode you can return to where you left off the next time you start up the computer See Power Management in Chapter 3 for more information Operating Y our Computer 2 3 Using the Quick Buttons Located on top of the keyboard are four quick buttons e LCD display and LED indicators quick button P1 to turn off the LCD display and LED indicator or User customized program quick launch key P1 see chapter 6 for more details NOTE The function of P1 quick button depends on your setting in BIOS Setup program under the Advanced menu see chapter 5 for details e Power saving quick button to enter into power saving mode when using battery power
29. 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 but are new to rugged computers you may choose to read only the parts containing information unique to your computer Described in this chapter are the operating basics of these components features e Starting and stopping the computer e Quick buttons e Keyboard e Touchpad e Touchscreen option e Hard disk drive e DVD drive e Video features e Audio features e Communication features e Fingerprint sensor Operating Y our Computer 2 1 Starting and Stopping the Computer There are a number of ways to start and stop the computer Starting the Computer You always start the computer using the power button A computer starts up with an operating system OS existing on the storage device such as the hard disk The computer will automatically load the OS after you turn it on This process is called booting NOTE An operating system is the platform for all your software application programs to run on Your computer uses the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system Stopping the Computer When you finish a working session you can stop the computer by turning off the power or leaving the computer in Sleep or Hibernation mode To stop in Do this To start up or this mode resume again
30. 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 1 enlighet med EG direktiv 1999 5 EC Local Restrictions of IEEE 802 11a b g n Radio Usage 802 11a wireless LAN devices For operation within 5 15 5 25 GHz frequency range it is restricted to indoor usage environments and the antenna of this device must be integral CAUTION Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802 1 1a b g n wireless LAN devices may not yet be harmonized in all countries 802 1 1a b g n products are designed for use only in specific countries or regions and is not 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 Regulatory Information B 10 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 General European
31. Specifications SATA interface 2 5 inch diameter 9 5 mm height 5400 rpm support G sensor shock mounted user removable solid state disk option automotive hard disk drive option low temperature 4 F 20 C up to 131 F 55 C option DVD Combo DVD Dual Super Multi Card slots T O ports Card Reader 4 in 1 MMC SD MS MS PRO card module PCMCIA CardBus Type II x 2 or 1 with any of the following ExpressCard 34 ExpressCard 54 support or Smart Card USB ports x 3 USB 2 0 support serial port x 2 RS 232 RJ 45 port RJ 11 port mini IEEE 1394a port expansion bus connector Modem Azalia interface 56 Kbps V 90 MDC 1 5 internal fax modem LAN 10 100 1000 Mbps Wireless LAN One mini PCI E slot for wireless LAN card compliant with IEEE 802 1 1a b g n on off slide switch Bluetooth wireless technology Specification 2 0 module on off slide switch GPS option GPS module 3G option CDMA EVDO external accessible SIM card slot Security Kensington lock TPM 1 2 Fingerprint sensor Smart Card Reader integrated will occupy Type II PCMCIA slot option Power AC adapter Universal AC adapter 90 W input 100 240 V output 19 V Primary Li ion smart battery 9 cell 7650 mAH 11 1 V or above battery Secondary Li ion smart battery 9 cell 7650 mAH 11 1 V or above battery Dimension WxD 303 5x298x60 mm 11 9x11 7x2 36 inch with handle Wei
32. 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 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 Operating Y our Computer 2 12 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 Hardware and Sounds gt Mouse Properties However you can install the touchpad driver supplied with your computer to take advantage of more powerful features Operating Y our Computer 2 13 Using the Touchscreen Optional NOTE e Make sure the touc
33. User s Manual November 2007 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 LEARN MORE AT energystar gov IEN 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 MiTAC 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 use 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 Busi
34. ack 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 1 Make sure that the computer power is turned off Connect the AC adapter to fully charge the battery pack After the battery pack is fully charged turn on the computer When the message Click mouse or press lt Enter gt for Menu appears click the touchpad s left button or press the Enter key to invoke the program A small window appears select Launch System Setup Disconnect the AC adapter and leave the computer on until the battery is fully discharged The computer will shut down automatically Connect the AC adapter to fully charge the battery pack Checking the Battery Level 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 Managing Power 3 4 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 i icon on the system tray By Gas Gauge On the exterior side of the battery
35. 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 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 55 C 131 F actual operating temperature depending on product specifications e Avoid placing the computer in a location subject to high humidity extreme temperatures mechanical vibration direct sunlight or heavy dust 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 Donot 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 touchi
36. battery pack What happens when the battery is low and what actions to take What is Power Management How to save power 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 computer 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 Managing Power 3 2 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 batte
37. c card embedded with a computer chip that stores and transacts data between you user and the computer You need to install third party smart card software to take advantage of the smart card feature Inserting and Removing a Smart Card 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 down into the slot Computer Chip 3 When anew card is seated use the third party smart card software to allow your computer to read it Expanding Y our Computer 4 7 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 Expanding Y our Computer 4 8 Using PC Cards Depending on your model your computer has one or two PC card slots which supports type II card and CardBus specifications Inserting and Removing a PC Card 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 To insert a PC card 1 Locate the PC card slot s on the right side of the computer and open the cover 2 Slide the PC card with its label facing up into the slot until the eject button pops out
38. ce 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 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 Regulatory Information B 8 Canada Radio Frequency Interference Requirements To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended
39. connect to the expansion bus connector of your computer Expanding Y our Computer 4 15 System Memory Upgrade You can upgrade your computer by changing system memory to a maximum of 4 GB on the two 533 667 MHz DDRII SO DIMM slots CAUTION RAM modules are extremely sensitive 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 and make sure that the computer is not connected to AC power 2 Carefully place the computer upside down 3 Remove the six screws to open the compartment cover Expanding Y our Computer 4 16 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 5 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 6 Close the compartment cover and secure with six screws Expanding Y our Computer 4 17 CHAPTER 5 Using BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Uti
40. creen instructions to complete enrolling your fingerprint s Operating Your Computer 2 41 Changing the Settings To change the settings of your fingerprint software 1 Click Settings on the main screen 2 Then click System Settings Core o D ic Fingerprint Control Center Fingerprints Enroll or edit current user s fingerprint templates Settings Ontigure the fingerprint software System Settings Help Get help information Operating Your Computer 2 42 3 The following screen appears Proceed to make the necessary settings to your fingerprint software Protector Suite Software Protector Suite Settings Logon Security Mode Sound Biometry Scroling Logon Type Fingerprint Logon Details W Allow to bypass logon using Windows password F Allow user selfenroll in logon Standard Windows logon 4 Click OK after you have finished with your settings Operating Your Computer 2 43 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 The topics in this chapter include What is an AC adapter How to charge the battery pack When and how to initialize the battery pack How to check the battery level How to replace the
41. ct from the electrical outlet first and then from the computer A reverse procedure may damage the AC adapter or the computer e When unplugging the connector always hold the plug head Never pull on the cord Getting Started 1 3 Opening the Cover CAUTION Be gentle when opening and closing the cover Opening it vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer Open the top cover by pushing on the cover latch and lifting up the cover You can tilt the cover forward or backward for optimal viewing clarity Turning On and Off the Computer Turning On 1 Make sure that the computer is connected to AC power or battery is fully charged Getting Started 1 4 2 Press the power button 3 Each time the computer is turned on it performs a Power On Self Test POST and the Windows operating system should start Turning Off To turn off the computer power use the Shut Down command of your operating system NOTE There are other ways you can stop the computer so that you will be back to where you left off when you next turn on the computer See Stopping the Computer in Chapter 2 for information CAUTION If you have to turn the computer on again immediately after turning it off wait for at least five seconds Turning the computer off and on rapidly can damage it Getting Started 1 5 Taking a Look at the Computer This section identifies the external components of the computer an
42. ctures Documents My Documents My Computer File name My Network Files of type The appropriate icon will then appear in the box To launch the program press the P1 quick launch key or if the Quick Button Definition window is open click the box containing the icon Using the TPM and P1 Utility 6 4 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 these areas of maintenance How to protect the computer What to note when using and storing the computer How to clean the computer What to note when using the battery pack What to note when traveling with the computer Caring for the Computer 7 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 the Windows Security Center Windows Security Center protects your computer against intrusion BP Windows Update Security essentials Nind yell To help protect your computer make sure the four security essentials below are marked On or vas Le OK Wind fender Using Windows Security Center Internet Options a Firewall ne Windows Firewall is actively protecting your computer Note Two or more firewalls running at the same time can conflict with each other How does a fir
43. d briefly describes the function of each component NOTE Depending on the model you purchased the appearance of your computer may not be exactly the same as those shown in this manual Right S ide Components NOTE You may need to open the covers to be able to see the right side components Ref Component Description See Also Expansion Card Depending on your model the expansion card Slot slot can be any of the following ExpressCard Slot Accepts an ExpressCard 34 ExpressCard 54 P 4 11 for additional functions PCMCIA Slot Accepts a PC card for additional functions P 4 9 Getting Started 1 6 Ref Component Mini IEEE 1394 Description See Also Connects an IEEE 1394 device such as a P 4 6 Port 1394 scanner printer DVCAM VCR and more RF radio Serves as the master control that turns the P 2 27 frequency On Off wireless LAN radio Bluetooth radio and 2 29 2 34 Switch WWAN on off Card Reader Accepts a MultiMediaCard MMC Secure P 4 13 Digital SD Memory Stick MS or Memory Stick PRO MS PRO card for removable storage media RJ 11 Connector Connects the telephone line P 2 24 Hard Disk Drive Inside is the hard disk drive P 2 16 Compartment USB Ports Each of the two ports connects a USB device P 4 5 Expansion Card such as a USB flash disk printer digital camera joystick and more Depending on your model the expansion card Slot sl
44. d and voice from the computer Show the current status of the computer s devices Lights green when computer is on Blinks green when computer is on Sleep mode Lights green when the battery is fully charged Lights amber when the battery is being charged Blinks red when the battery s capacity is below 10 Bluetooth re 3G y Getting Started Blinks amber when the battery is in an abnormal condition Lights green when WLAN is on Lights green when Bluetooth is on Lights green when 3G is on See Also P 2 22 P 2 6 P 2 38 P 2 22 P 3 3 P 2 27 P 2 29 P 2 34 1 14 IMPORTANT To ensure the waterproof integrity close the connector covers completely When closing the covers push the four corners and make sure that the cover fits in completely Getting Started 1 15 Where to Go from Here As your computer is ready for operation you may want to do any of the following now For this purpose Do this To know more about the computer Go on to the next chapter To install the operating system if your See the operating system manual dealer has not already done so To know more about the operating Read the operating system manual system To set a power on password Read the operating system manual To charge the battery pack for the first See Charging the Battery Pack in time Chapter 3 Getting Started 1 16 CHAPTER 2
45. dies the latest in fast reliable mass storage by integrating all the control circuitry necessary for operation directly onto the drive itself The system may come with an optional heater that automatically turns on for low temperature operation CAUTION e Make regular backups of your data files from your hard disk drive to USB flash disks or other storage media e Never try to remove or install the hard disk drive while the computer is powered on Doing so can resultin loss of data and can damage the computer and the hard disk drive s sensitive circuitry e Never turn off or reset the computer while the hard disk drive in use indicator is on Installing a Second Hard Disk Drive Optional You can install a second hard disk drive to your computer To install a second hard disk drive 1 Make sure that system power is off 2 Open the media bay cover by sliding the release latch towards the left 3 Press upward the optical drive release latch and carefully pull on the ribbon strip to remove the optical drive Operating Y our Computer 2 16 4 Be careful to observe the correct orientation and slide the hard disk drive bracket into the media bay until it reaches the end 5 Close the media bay cover to secure the hard disk drive bracket NOTE To remove the second hard disk drive press upward the hard drive release latch and carefully pull on the ribbon strip to remove the hard drive Ope
46. ds on the program you are using Operating Y our Computer 2 6 Cursor Control Keys B PF 4 gt 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 Numeric Keypad A 15 key numeric keypad is embedded in the typewriter keys as shown next is wie JEJEJE CEE Operating Y our Computer 2 7 a J f Hie 3 lt 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 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 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
47. e function of P1 quick button depends on your setting in BIOS Setup program under the Advanced menu see chapter 5 for details Enables disables power saving when using P 2 4 battery power Lights green when power saving mode is ON Enables disables sunlight readable display P 6 2 Lights green when sunlight readable mode is ON Enables disables light sensor P 2 21 Lights green when light sensor is ON Turns the computer power ON and OFF P 1 4 Provides a convenient way to use the P 2 14 touchscreen Can be stretched for better grip and handling Serves as the pointing device of the computer P 2 11 Show the current status of the computer s devices Blinks green when computer is reading P 2 16 writing data to the hard disk or optical drive Blinks green when computer is reading P 4 13 writing data to the storage card Lights green when Caps Lock is on P 2 6 Lights green when Num Lock is on P 2 27 Lights amber when optional hard disk heater is on temperature is lower than 5 C when booting your computer Getting Started 1 13 Ref Component Microphone Q Keyboard Fingerprint Sensor Stereo Speaker Indicators Power l Battery Charge WLAN 9 Description Receives sound and voice for the computer Serves as the data input device of the computer Serves as the fingerprint verification preventing unauthorized access to your computer Sends out soun
48. e that the AC adapter is correctly and securely connected If so make sure that the electrical outlet works properly e Ifyou are using the battery power make sure that the battery is not discharged When you turn on the computer it stops after POST e Restart your computer Other Problems The date time is incorrect e Correct the date and time via the operating system or BIOS Setup program e 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 Troubleshooting 8 13 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 your built in keyboard e Ifthe above action does not work turn off the computer Wait for at least five seconds and turn it on again CAUTION Re
49. ecial attention CAUTION identifies important information that if not followed may result in loss of data or damage to the computer Keyboard keys are shown in a bold typeset For example Press the Enter key to complete When keys are joined by a plus sign press the first key and while keeping the first key down press the remaining keys finally release all the keys When necessary keys are also shown in graphics A title command setup item or button that you can see on the screen is shown in boldface A value or an option that you can select for a setup item is shown in italic For example Select When I press the power button set it to Shut down and then click the Save changes button vii 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 You will find instructions for these procedures e Unpacking e Connecting to AC power e Opening and closing the cover e Turning on the computer e Turning off the computer Then you will find a section briefly introducing the external components of the computer And the last section navigates you to the information you may need after the computer is ready for use Getting Started 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
50. een By default your computer is in the general discoverable and pairable mode after the Bluetooth feature is turned on 4 To turn off the Bluetooth feature click the Bluetooth quick button again The status of the Bluetooth connection is indicated by the Bluetooth icon located in the system tray in the lower right part of the screen Off blue with red logo On blue with white logo Connected 8 blue with green logo You can use the Bluetooth Utility to configure Bluetooth wireless connection settings and transfer files Connecting to Another Bluetooth Device 1 Make sure that the target Bluetooth device is turned on discoverable and within close range See the documentation that came with the Bluetooth device Operating Y our Computer 2 30 2 Right click the J icon and then click Add New Connection Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Information Exchanger Wireless File Transfer Remote Camera Options Disable Bluetooth Radio 3 The Add New Connection Wizard window appears Select Express Mode Recommended and then click Next Please ensure your Bluetooth devices are on and set to discoverable In order to certify Bluetooth there are times when the security setting is modified temporarily When setup ends it retums to Express Mode Recommended J Custom Mode This allows you to set the details for the connection Operating Your Computer 2 31 4 Select the device to con
51. eft touchpad button quickly A small window appears select Launch System Setup The BIOS Setup Utility main screen appears as shown next Using BIOS Setup 5 2 Information Main Advanced Security Boot Exit The BIOS Setup Utility screen can be divided into four areas e On the top is the menu bar containing the titles of the available menus Each menu title brings a specific menu e The left column of the menu displays the menu items e The right column of the menu provides more detailed information when a menu item is highlighted e The bottom of the menu provides keyboard instructions for moving around and making selections Using BIOS Setup 5 3 Moving Around and Making Selections You must go through two or three levels to complete the setting for an item In most cases there are two levels menu title and submenu Use the keyboard to move around and make selections Keyboard information can be found at the bottom of the screen A brief description of keyboard usage is listed next Key Function lt Selects a menu title T Selects an item or option Changes the value Enter 1 Brings up the sub menu when available 2 Opens or closes the option window when an item is selected Esc 1 Exits BIOS Setup Utility 2 Closes the option window if one is open F1 Provides help information F9 Loads setup defaults F10 Saves and exit the BIOS Setup Utility Using BIOS Setup 5 4 Information Menu The Infor
52. ering Hibernation mode To enter the mode stop the communication program and then remove the card or stop the card Troubleshooting 8 11 Software Problems An application program does not work correctly e Make sure that the software is correctly installed e fan 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 Ifusing an external speaker make sure that the speaker is properly connected 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 Troubleshooting 8 12 Startup Problems When you turn on the computer it does not respond and the Power Indicator does not light green e Ifyou are using an external AC power make sur
53. ewall help protect my computer ange the way Sec Center alerts me On amp a As updates become available Windows installs them for you recommended Automatically installing updates can enhance the security and performance of your computer How does automatic updating help protect my computer Virus protection Not found Windows did not find antivirus software on this computer Show me my available options Spyware and other malware protection One bl Windows Defender is actively protecting your computer How does anti malware software help protect my computer Internet security settings All Internet security settings are set to their recommended levels How do Internet security settings help protect my computer User Account Control One User Account Control is turned on See also How does User Account Control help protect my computer Backup and Restore Caring for the Computer 1 2 Windows Security Center alerts you to take action on the following security essentials Windows Firewall Windows Update Malware Protection anti virus anti spyware Others Internet security user account control For detailed information on Windows Security Center see Windows Help 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
54. ght 3 5 kg 7 7 1b Specifications A 2 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 P lease 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 Federal 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 equi
55. hard disk drive has defects Ask your dealer for help The hard disk drive operations seem slow 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 Troubleshooting 8 6 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 Keyboard 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 The numeric keypad is disabled e Make sure that the Num Lock is switched on Check if the Num Lock Indicator a 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 I 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 7 WLAN Problems I cannot use the WLAN feature e Make sure that t
56. he 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 from that used by the affecting device e Consult your dealer or an experienced radio technician for help I 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 I cannot communicate with the computer in the network when Infrastructure mode is configured e Make sure that the Access Point your computer is associated with is powered on and all the LEDs are working properly Troubleshooting 8 8 e Ifthe operating radio channel is in poor quality change the Access Point and all the wireless station s within the BSSID to another radio channel e Your computer may be in an out of range situation Move yo
57. hscreen driver has been installed properly e 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 touchscreen pen option The touchscreen is a touch sensitive device that allows you to easily use the computer without a mouse or touchpad to communicate with the computer by controlling the location of the pointer on the screen and making selection by tapping on the screen Operating Your Computer 2 14 Here are some common terms that you should know when using the touchscreen Click Point Tap gently on the touchscreen Double click Tap twice on the touchscreen rapidly Drag and Press lightly on the touchscreen and move your finger drop touchsreen pen until you reach your destination drag Finally release your finger touchscreen pen drop when you finish dragging your selection to the destination The object will drop into the new location Operating Y our Computer 2 15 Using the Hard Disk Drive Your computer comes with a removable hard disk drive as drive C A hard disk drive is a storage device with non removable rotating magnetic storage platters inside it It is where your operating system and application software programs are stored Your hard disk drive is a 2 5 inch PATA parallel ATA SATA serial ATA hard disk drive This type of drive embo
58. ibbon strip must face outward for future battery pack removal Close the compartment cover and slide the release latch downward then towards the right to secure the battery pack Installing a Second Battery Pack Optional You can install a second battery pack to your computer for a longer operating time when AC power is not available To install a second battery pack 1 Make sure that system power is off Managing Power 3 6 2 Openthe media bay cover by sliding the release latch towards the left 3 Press upwards the optical drive release latch and carefully pull on the ribbon strip to remove the optical drive 4 Slide the second battery pack all the way into the slot Make sure to observe the correct orientation the ribbon strip must face outward for future battery pack removal T 5 Close the media bay cover to secure the second battery pack Managing Power 3 7 NOTE To remove the second battery pack press upwards the battery release latch and carefully pull on the ribbon strip to remove the battery pack On the exterior side of the second 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 The value of the corresponding green segment indicates the relat
59. 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 NOTE The optical drive is classified as a Class 1 laser product This label is located on Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Operating Y our Computer 2 18 Inserting and Removing a Disc Follow this procedure to insert or remove a disc 1 Turn on the computer 2 Open the media bay cover by sliding the release latch towards the left 3 Press the eject button and the DVD tray will slide out partially Gently pull on it until it is fully extended 4 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 Eject button 5 Gently push the tray back into the drive Operating Y our Computer 2 19 6 Close the media bay cover 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 Y our Computer 2 20 Using the Video Features The video subsystem of your computer features e 13 3 inch wide TFT Thin Film Transisto
60. ive percentage of the battery charge The battery pack is fully discharged when you see no segment glowing green Switch Managing Power 3 8 Battery Low Signals and Actions The battery icon changes appearance to display the current state of the battery so that you can see how much charge remains Windows default setting When the battery charge is above 25 the battery icon is green When the battery charge reaches 25 a yellow triangle with an exclamation point appears above the green battery icon When the charge reaches the low battery level a red circle with a white X appears above the green icon The computer s Battery Charge Indicator ET blinks red to alert you to take actions Immediately save your data upon Battery Low The remaining operating time depends on how you are using the computer If you are using the audio subsystem ExpressCard hard or USB flash disk the battery might run out of charge very quickly Always respond to Battery Low by placing your computer on Hibernation mode turning off the computer or connecting the AC adapter CAUTION e Ifyou are using a PC card do not access the card during battery low periods This is because the access may take longer than the time it takes the battery to run out of charge thus making your access to the card unsuccessful e Ifyou fail to save your data when the battery completely runs out of charge then you lose your data Managing Power 3 9 P
61. lity 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 to identify the types of installed devices and establish special features This chapter tells you how to use the BIOS Setup program Using BIOS Setup 5 1 When and How to Use BIOS Setup When 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 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 Starting BIOS Setup 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 To run BIOS Setup Utility press the Enter key or click the left touchpad button 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 the Enter key or click the l
62. mation menu contains the basic configuration information of the system Information Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Using BIOS Setup 5 5 Main Menu The Main menu contains the system date and time as well as USB and wireless LAN settings of the system Information Main Advanced Security Boot Exit System Time 16 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 setting this item to Off will start the system with wireless radio off On will start the system with the wireless radio on and Last State will start the system based on the state of wireless radio during your last power off Using BIOS Setup 5 6 Advanced Menu The Advanced menu contains the advanced settings as shown next Information Main Security Boot Exit P1 Function Blackout P1 Function allows you to specify the P1 quick button function When set at Blackout the P1 quick button allows you to turn off the LCD backlight and LED indicator When set at Quick Btn the P1 quick button functions as a user customized quick launch key CD DVD Auto Power Control allows you to enable the optical drive s automatic power control when using battery power NIC Auto Power Control allows you to enable the NIC s network interface controller automatic power control when using battery power Azalia Modem PME Enable allows
63. nect to and click Next Please choose the Bluetooth device you wish to use Bluetooth device WM G00381 NB WB 00 10 60 02 43 41 cha _ nee 7 Canon 5 Depending on the type of Bluetooth device that you want to connect to you will need to enter the pertinent information Sending a File 1 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 Right click the icon and then click Wireless File Transfer Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Information Exchanger Wireless File Transfer Remote Camera Add New Connection Options Disable Bluetooth Radio Help About Exit Operating Your Computer 2 32 3 Inthe Wireless File Transfer window click Add to browse for the file to send 4 Click the target device from the list and then click Send to start the transfer procedure Operating Your Computer 2 33 Using the 3G Feature Optional 3G is the third generation of mobile phone standards and technology after 2G It is based on the International Telecommunication Union ITU family of standards under the International Mobile Telecommunications programme IMT 2000 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 incorpora
64. nesses 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 Pref ce ennemi nomment ununt vi Chapter 1 Getting Started 1 1 Getting the Computer Running cccccesseeeteceteceteeeteeees 1 2 Unpacking serret aai aaa Ea 1 2 Connecting to AC Power cccccesccessceseceseeeseeeeeeeeeeeeseenees 1 2 Opening the Cover vy aranica e e bakes 1 4 Turning On and Off the Computer 1 4 Taking a Look at the Computer 1 6 Right Side Components 44 1 6 Left Side Components 0 cccecsseesseeseestecsteenteeneenseenes 1 8 Rear Components 1 9 Front Components 1 10 Bottom Components 1 11 Top open Components 1 12 Where to Go from
65. ng 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 a screen saver or other software that prevents the power management from working Caring for the Computer 7 4 Cleaning Guidelines Never clean the computer with its power on Use a soft cloth moistened with 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
66. on See Also Power Connector Connects the AC adapter P 1 2 USB Port Connects a USB device such as a USB flash P 4 5 disk printer digital camera joystick and more Expansion Bus Connects to a Port Replicator P 4 15 Connector VGA Connector Connects an external display monitor P 4 2 Serial Connector Connects a serial mouse or serial P 4 4 communication device Kensington Lock Locks the computer to a stationary object for P 7 3 security Getting Started 1 9 Front Components Ref Component Description See Also Top Cover Latch Locks the top cover P 1 4 Handle Provides a convenient way to carry the computer anywhere Getting Started 1 10 Bottom Components Ref Component Description Memory Slots Inside are the memory slots for expanding the memory size of your computer Getting Started See Also P 4 16 1 11 Top open Components Ref Component Description See Also LCD Screen Displays the output of the computer May P 2 21 include the optional touchscreen feature Getting Started 1 12 Ref Component Quick Buttons P1 ECO Power Button Touchscreen Pen Optional Touchpad Indicators Hard Disk Drive Optical Drive w Card Reader Caps Lock Num Lock HDD Heater option Description See Also Turns off on the LCD display and LED P 2 21 indicators or User customized program quick launch key P 6 3 NOTE Th
67. ording try lowering the microphone recording volume The audio subsystem of your computer features e Azalia interface high density audio codec e 2 channel analog output e Built in microphone External audio connectors and Set of speakers Ways of playing and recording sound vary with the operating system used See your operating system documentation or online help for specific information Operating Y our Computer 2 22 Connecting Audio Devices For higher audio quality you can send or receive sound through external audio devices rame NOTE After connecting an external audio device make sure that you specify the use of the correct audio device in Windows 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 When using the external speakers headphones or microphone you cannot use the internal one Operating Y our Computer 2 23 Using the Communication Features Using the Modem 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 soft
68. osoft Windows Mail Outlook Express Microsoft Outlook or Netscape Messenger e Set up browser e g Netscape Navigator or Internet Explorer and web server e g Microsoft Internet Information Server for Client Authentication e Sign Microsoft Word macros e Encrypt files and folders e Secure network connections NOTE For information on using the program and the different security features click Start gt All Programs gt Infineon Security Platform Solution gt Help Using the TPM and P1 Utility 6 2 P1 Quick Launch Key Utility If you select Quick Bin in BIOS Setup program on the P1 Function item under the Advanced menu see chapter 5 for details you can use the quick launch key utility that allows you to define the P1 quick launch key To start the utility right click the GeTAC utility icon a and select Quick Buttons Definition on the Windows system tray The Quick Button Definition window appears as shown next Quick Button Definition Ctffrogram Files Internet Explorersiexplore exe Box Delgte Short Icon Cancel Open Using the TPM and P1 Utility 6 3 Defining the buttons The box in the window represents the user definable button To assign a program to a button click the Open icon to pop up the Select a File to Open dialog box as shown next and select the desired program Then click Open to complete the process Look in B My Documents CyberLink Amy Music My Recent B My Pi
69. ot can be any of the following Smart Card Accepts a smart card for additional security P 4 7 Reader feature PCMCIA Slot Accepts a PC card for additional functions P 4 9 GPS Antenna pass through Connector option Audio Output Connector Microphone Connector 12 RJ 45 Connector Getting Started Connects to the optional antenna for GPS receiver You need to install third party GPS navigation software to take advantage of the GPS feature Connects a set of headphones external P 2 23 speakers with amplifier or an audio recording device Connects an external microphone P 2 23 Connects the LAN cable P 2 25 1 7 Left Side Components NOTE You may need to open the covers to be able to see the left side components Ref Component Description See Also Battery Pack Supplies power to your computer when P 3 3 external power is not connected Media Bay Depending on your model the media bay may contain any of the following Combo Drive Accepts a compact disc for installing or P 2 18 DVD Dual Drive loading software accessing data and playing Super Multi music video Drive Secondary Supplies power to your computer when P 3 6 Battery Pack external power is not connected Secondary Hard Inside is the hard disk drive P 2 16 Disk Drive Getting Started 1 8 Rear Components NOTE You may need to open the covers to be able to see the rear components Ref Component Descripti
70. ower Management Your computer supports ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Interface for power management The power management feature allows you to reduce the power consumption for energy saving With an ACPI compliant operating system such as Windows Vista 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 off Power to the display is turned off The computer enters the Sleep mode The hard disk and display are turned off and the entire system consumes less power The computer enters the Hibernation mode See the next subsection for more information When the hard disk has been idle for a set period When the display has been idle for a set period When the entire system has been idle for a set period When you press the Fn F12 hot key When you close the cover When you press the power button When the entire system has been idle for a set period When you press the Fn F12 hot key When you close the cover When you press the power button Depends on your settings in Windows For detailed information on power management see Windows Help Managing Power 3 10 Hibernation NOTE Make sure that the hibernation feature is enabled in the When press the power
71. 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 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 Switch Replacing the Battery Pack CAUTION e 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 e Do notattempt 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 with you in a fully charged state as a backup Managing Power 3 5 To replace the battery pack follow these steps 1 Make sure that the computer is not turned on or connected to AC power Locate the battery compartment on the left side of the computer Open the compartment cover by sliding the release latch to the left then upwards Pull on the ribbon strip to remove the battery pack Q Slide the new battery pack all the way into the slot Make sure to observe the correct orientation the r
72. pe 1 to continue or type 0 to exit 3 A warning message appears as follows KKK KK KKK KEK KKK KK He ke He KEK EK KKK ke ke k ke k ke k k k k k You must accept the following terms before performing the recovery process 1 The recovery software is solely the purpose of reinstalling or restoring software associated with the hard disk of this operating GETAC machine 2 Except the above no other use is granted hereunder KKKKKKK He ke He de ke ke ke ke ke k k k k k k k k k k k kk k k kk k kkk kkk 1 Yes I agree to the provisions of this agreement and wish to continue 0 No I do not agree to the provisions of this agreement and do not wish to continue Type 1 to continue 4 Type 1 again when the message Are you sure you want to recover now 1 Yes 0 No appears onscreen The following screen appears o GETAC Smart Installer GETAC 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 The critical system configuration is being processed Please do not interrupt the whole procedure by any means CAGETAC Ultility GETAC exe CAGETAC Utility G ManageriG Manager exe 3 CAGETAC Utilty G Managerthelp file hip Installation process CAGETAC Utility G Managerimgicover jpg Install the device drivers into OS Using BIOS Setup 5 14 5 Your system will start the recovery process and Windows operating system will be re
73. pment 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 Regulatory Information B 2 Canada Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference 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
74. pping 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 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 Operating Y our Computer 2 11 Here are some common terms that you should know when using the touchpad Point Move your finger on the pad until the cursor points to the selection on the screen Click Press and release the left button or Tap gently anywhere on the pad Double click Press and release the left button twice in quick succession Tap twice on the pad rapidly Drag and Press and hold the left button then move your finger until drop you reach your destination drag Finally release the button drop when you finish dragging your selection to the destination The object will drop into the new location or Gently tap twice on the pad and on the second tap keep your finger in contact with the pad
75. print Control Center utility for enrolling your fingers for added security It contains the following e Fingerprints for enrolling or editing fingerprint templates e Settings for configuring the fingerprint software e Help for browsing the Fingerprint Control Center online Help NOTE Foran online Help information on using the Embassy Security Center you can also go to Start menu gt Programs gt Protector Suite QL gt Help Operating Y our Computer 2 39 Enrolling Fingerprints To start enrolling your fingerprint s 1 Click Fingerprints on the main screen 2 Then click Initialize f Protector Suite Fingerprint Control Center Settings Configure the fingerprint software Help Get help information Operating Your Computer Ping Or ir T current user s fingerprint templates 2 40 3 The following screen appears Read carefully the contents of the Welcome screen and then click Next to continue r Protector Suite Software The initialization process will configure the way of storing your authentication data This configuration can be performed only once during this initialization phase Select an enrollment mode This mode affects possible security of your data Please read the description carefully Note If your fingerprint sensor does not support additional encryption the enrollment mode will be configured automatically 4 Follow the ons
76. r NOTE Portable modems that derive power through the serial port cannot be used with the computer Instead use a modem thatis powered by its own internal battery or external AC power Expanding Y our Computer 4 4 Connecting a USB Device Your computer has three USB ports for connecting USB devices such as a digital camera scanner printer modem and mouse 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 Expanding Y our 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 end to the device s corresponding connector Expanding Y our Computer 4 6 Using Smart Cards Optional Depending on the model your computer has a smart card slot for additional security feature providing tamper proof storage of user and account identity A smart card is a type of plasti
77. r color LCD display with 1024x768 XGA resolution e Multi display capability which allows you to expand your desktop on the screen to another display device so that you have more desktop space to work on e Sunlight readable LCD display by pressing sunlight readable quick button 40 e Automatically adjust the LCD brightness by pressing light sensor quick button e Optional night vision display by pressing Fn F2 e Power Management NOTE The computer enters the Sleep or Hibernation mode when the LCD is closed If you wantto use the computer with the LCD closed set Do Nothing to the When Close the lid option in the Power Options gt System Settings Properties Thus the computer does not enter the Sleep or Hibernation mode when the LCD is closed Configuring the Display Modes NOTE When using an external CRT monitor the resolution depends on the CRT monitor s supported resolution Your computer has been set to a default resolution and number of colors before shipment You can view and change display settings through your operating system See your operating system documentation or online help for specific information For displaying in higher resolutions you can connect an external monitor that supports higher resolutions See Connecting an External Monitor in Chapter 4 for more information Operating Y our Computer 2 21 Using the Audio Features NOTE If you experience interference while rec
78. rating Y our Computer 2 17 Using the Optical Drive Optional Your computer may come with an optical drive usually configured as drive D Depending on the model your drive is one of the following e Combo drive can work both as a DVD drive reading DVD discs in addition to CDs audio CDs and CD R RW discs and also as a CD recorder writing to CD R RW discs e DVD Dual drive besides the Combo drive function can write to DVD R RW R RW discs e Super Multi drive besides the Combo drive function can write to DVD R RW R RW and DVD RAM discs 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 optical drive may malfunction e Do notwipe 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 the optical drive CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 NOTE For DVD and Combo drives only This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other
79. rity critical tasks Using both hardware and software TPM protects encryption and signature keys at their most vulnerable stages operations when the keys are being used unencrypted in plain text form TPM is specifically designed to shield unencrypted keys and platform authentication information from software based attacks Information Main Ea Security Boot Exit Upon pressing Enter the following screen appears TPM Support Using BIOS Setup 5 9 TPM Support enables or disables TPM support see chapter 6 for details 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 Using BIOS Setup 5 10 Boot Menu The Boot menu sets the sequence of the devices to be searched for the operating system Information Main Advanced Security Exit 1 IDE CD MATSHITA DVD RAM UJ 850S S1 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 boot device from which to load the operating system A brief description of keyboard usage is listed next Key Function 7 4 Selects highlight a boot device Changes the boot sequence l to 4 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 Excl
80. ry 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 10 C 50 F or above 30 C 86 F e The charging process will stop and the Battery Charge Indicator flashes amber when the battery s temperature gets above 60 C 140 F If this happens the battery pack may be damaged Please contact your dealer e During charging do not disconnect the AC adapter before the battery has been fully charged otherwise you will get a prematurely charged battery To charge the battery pack connect the AC adapter to the computer and an electrical outlet The Battery Charge Indicator 1 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 The charging times are as follows Charging Time Battery Type Computer is Off Computer is On and in Idle State 6 cell 4 A 2 5 3 5 hours 3 0 4 3 hours 9 cell 4 A 3 5 4 5 hours 4 0 6 0 hours Managing Power 3 3 CAUTION After the computer has been fully recharged do notimmediately 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 p
81. screen pen on the display Using a sharp or metallic object other than your finger or touchscreen pen may cause scratches and damage the display thereby causing errors Avoid using excessive force that may cause damage to the display 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 may cause damage to the special protective coating on the touchscreen surface To remove hard to remove dirt blow some steam on the particular area and gently wipe away using a soft cloth Caring for the Computer 7 6 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
82. setting will cause any unsaved data to be lost Troubleshooting 8 14 APPENDIX A Specifications NOTE Specifications are subject to change without any prior notice Specifications Intel Core 2 Duo Merom processor LV L7300 LV7500 800 MHz FSB Front Side Bus 1 4 1 6 GHz 4 MB L2 cache thermal specifications 17 W Chipset NorthBridge Intel GM965 dual channel support SouthBridge BIOS Intel ICH8M 1 MB EEPROM ACPI fingerprint smart card security TPM RAM system Up to 4 GB DDRII 533 667 MHz 2 x 200 pin SO DIMM sockets 1 25 inch height Display Panel Video controller 13 3 inch 4 3 wide TFT LCD resolution up to 1024x768 XGA with touchscreen option or with sunlight readable over 1200 nits option or with sunlight readable and touchscreen 1000 nits option or with protective film option UMA VRAM Video port Features Up to 384 MB depends on BIOS setting Analog VGA Azalia interface 2 channel analog output internal microphone Speaker 1 5 watt 8 ohm stereo x 2 Ports Two audio ports for Line out green color Mic in pink color Keyboard Pointing device Standard keys with numeric pad keys 12 function keys special Fn Function key and Windows keys with water proof membrane or backlight option Glide touchpad with 2 buttons scroll bar Specifications A 1 Storage device Hard disk drive Optical drive
83. 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 Indre 66 Pyr n es 02 Aisne 37 Indre et Loire 67 Bas Rhin 03 Allier 41 Loiret Cher 68 Haut Rhin 05 Hautes Alpes 42 Loire 70 Haute Sa ne 08 Ardennes 45 Loiret 71 Sa ne et Loire 09 Ari ge 50 Manche 75 Paris 11 Aude 55 Meuse 82 Tarn et Garonne 12 Aveyron 58 Ni vre 84 Vaucluse 16 Charente 59 Nord 88 Vosges 24 Dordogne 60 Oise 89 Yonne 25 Doubs 61 Orne 90 Territoire de Belfort 26 Dr me 63 Puy du D me 94 Val de Marne 32 Gers 64 Pyr n es Atlantique 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
84. t off mute and on n TN ei i j T Switches the display on and off Operating Y our Computer 2 9 Key Description Serves as the sleep button that you can define with Windows Il Power Options See the Power Management in Chapter 3 o x Switches the keyboard backlight on and off option bh Euro Symbol You can press the euro dollar sign on various keyboards e To press the euro sign on a United States International keyboard hold down the Alt Gr key and press 5 which has an euro sign on it e To press the euro sign on a standard United States keyboard hold down either of the Alt keys and type 0128 on the numeric keypad part of your keyboard e To press the euro sign on an UK keyboard hold down the Alt Gr key and press 4 which has an euro sign on it Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions The Windows Logo key opens the Start menu and performs software specific functions when used in combination with other keys The B Application key usually has the same effect as a right mouse click See your Windows manual for more information Operating Y our Computer 2 10 Using the Touchpad CAUTION Do notuse a sharp object such as a pen on the touchpad Doing so may damage the touchpad surface NOTE e Press Fn F9 to toggle the touchpad on or off e Foroptimal performance of the touchpad keep your fingers and the pads clean and dry When ta
85. te high speed internet access and video telephony IEEE 802 11 networks are short range high bandwidth networks primarily developed for data To use the 3G feature on your computer you need to subscribe to 3G service and install the 3G SIM card from your service provider network operator or other vendor To install the SIM card follow these steps 1 Make sure that the computer is not turned on or connected to AC power 2 Open the media bay cover by sliding the release latch towards the left Operating Y our Computer 2 34 3 Press upward the optical drive release latch and carefully pull on the ribbon strip to remove the optical drive from the media bay 4 Carefully place your computer upside down and locate the SIM card slot 5 Insert the SIM card into the holder Make sure the beveled corner on the SIM card is facing towards the slot and that the golden contact area on the card is facing downwards Operating Y our Computer 2 35 6 Replace the optical drive 7 Close the media bay cover to secure the optical drive in place WARNING Keep all SIM cards out of the reach of small children For availability and information on using SIM card services contact your SIM card vendor This may be the service provider network operator or other vendor NOTE To remove the SIM card push inward to release and slide the SIM card out of the slot Turning On and Off the 3G Feature 1 Make sure that the R
86. ter 3 for instructions Bluetooth Wireless Transmission Problems I 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 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 Troubleshooting 8 4 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 by pressing the Fn F7 hot key 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 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
87. 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 European 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 1 overensstemmelse med det europ iske direktiv 1999 S EC Dutch Dit product is in navolging van de bepalingen van Europees Directief 1999 5 EC Finnish T m 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 avt rAnpoi tis TPOBAEWEIs tns Evponaiks O nyiac 1999 S5 EC Icelandic bessi 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 S EC
88. uded from boot order list and vice versa Shift 1 Enables or disables a boot device Using BIOS Setup 5 11 Exit Menu The Exit menu displays ways of exiting BIOS Setup Utility After finishing with your settings you must save and exit so that the changes can take effect Information Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Exit Saving Changes 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 have made Using BIOS Setup 5 12 When and How to Use the System Recovery Feature When to Use You need to run System Recovery when e Your computer does not start correctly e Your Windows operating system does not start at all e You want to restore the factory default Windows settings Starting System Recovery To run System Recovery 1 During system startup when the following screen appears press Ctrl Alt F2 keys for four seconds or press Enter and select HDI Recovery when a small window appears on the screen Using BIOS Setup 5 13 2 The message This will help you reinstall Windows to the whole HDD to factory default All data on HDD will be lost appears on the screen to ask if you want to access System Recovery Ty
89. ur computer closer to the Access Point it is associated with e Make sure that your computer is configured with the same security option encryption to the Access Point e Use the Web Manager Telnet of the Access Point to check whether it is connected to the network e Reconfigure and reset the Access Point I cannot access the network e Make sure that the network configuration is appropriate e Make sure that the user name or password is correct e You have moved out of range of the network e Turn off power management 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 software is correctly set e Turn off power management Optical Drive Problems The optical drive cannot read a disc e Make sure that the disc is correctly seated in the tray with the label facing up Troubleshooting 8 9 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 following the method described next 1 Turn off the computer 2 Open the media bay cover by sliding the release latch towards the left 3 Insert a small rod such as a straightened paperclip into the drive s manual eject hole and p
90. used 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 It is divided into three sections e Preliminary checklist e Solving common problems e Resetting the computer Troubleshooting 8 1 Preliminary Checklist Here are helpful hints to follow before 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 Troubleshooting 8 2 Solving Common Problems For easy reference the problems are divided into these categories Problem Type Go to Battery Problems P 8 4 Bluetooth Wireless Transmission Problems P 8
91. ush firmly to release the tray 4 Pull the tray out until fully extended and then remove the disc PC Card Problems The PC card does not work e Make sure that the PC card is correctly seated Troubleshooting 8 10 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 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 card that prevents the computer from ent
92. ware you may have to disable power management e Setthe COM port of the modem to COM3 e Set parameters such as modem speed baud rate and line type pulse dialing or tone dialing e Do notenter the Sleep mode when using the communication software Operating Y our Computer 2 24 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 one end of the LAN cable to the RJ 45 connector on the computer and the other end to the network hub 7 Operating Y our Computer 2 25 Using the Wireless LAN Depending on your model an internal mini PCI E wireless LAN WLAN card may have been pre installed by your computer manufacturer at the factory This card allows you to access corporate networks or the Internet in a wireless environment 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 Stated Maximum Technology Throughput Data Rates Band GHz Modulation Technology Mbps Mbps 802 11a 54 54 48 36 5 15 5 35 OFDM Orthogonal Frequency 24 18 12 Division Multiplexing 9 6 802 11b 11 11 5 5 2 1 2 412 2 462 DSSS Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum 802 11g 54 54 36 18 2 4 OFDM
93. you to wake up the system via an Azalia modem USB Wake up From S3 allows the system to wake up from Sleep mode via USB device When set at Disabled only the power button can wake up the system from Sleep mode SATA HDD Mode when set at Compatible and connecting a SATA serial ATA hard drive is set as Primary on SATA controller in Legacy mode When connecting a PATA parallel ATA hard drive is set as Secondary on SATA controller in Legacy mode Using BIOS Setup 5 7 When set at Enhanced and connecting a SATA hard drive is set as Primary on SATA controller in Native mode When connecting a PATA hard drive is set as Primary on PATA controller in Legacy mode AHCI Configuration enables support for AHCI Advanced Host Controller Interface Native command queuing and Link Power Management Requires Windows XP Service Pack 1 IAA driver or newer operating system This item will not appear if the above item SATA HDD Mode is set at Compatible Serial Port COM1 when enabled the serial port COM1 is configured at 3F8h IRQ4 Serial Port COM2 when enabled the serial port COM2 is configured at 2F8h IRQ3 Using BIOS Setup 5 8 Security Menu The Security menu contains the TPM Trusted Platform Module setting TPM is a component on your computer s mainboard that is specifically designed to enhance platform security above and beyond the capabilities of today s software by providing a protected space for key operations and other secu
94. 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 provide 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 7 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 devi

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