Clevo DS100 User guide

V10.2.00

Preface

Notice

The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice. Information contained herein is for reference only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the manufacturer or any subsequent vendor. They assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this publication nor are they in anyway responsible for any loss or damage resulting from the use (or misuse) of this publication. This publication and any accompanying software may not, in whole or in part, be reproduced, translated, transmitted or reduced to any machine readable form without prior consent from the vendor, manufacturer or creators of this publication, except for copies kept by the user for backup purposes. Brand and product names mentioned in this publication may or may not be copyrights and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. They are mentioned for identification purposes only and are not intended as an endorsement of that product or its manufacturer. ©July 2010

Preface

R&TTE Directive

This device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.

This device will be sold in the following EEA countries: Austria, Italy, Belgium, Liechtenstein, Denmark, Luxembourg, Finland, Netherlands, France, Norway, Germany, Portugal, Greece, Spain, Iceland, Sweden, Ireland, United Kingdom, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Slovakia, Poland, Slovenia.

Preface

FCC Statement

(Federal Communications Commission)

You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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:

• Re orient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the service representative or an experienc ed radio/TV technician for help.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference. And

2. This device must accept any interference, including interfer ence that may cause undesired operation of the

device.

III

Preface

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Follow basic safety precautions, including those listed below, to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons when using any electrical equipment:

1. Do not use this product near water, for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitche n sink or laundry tub, in a wet

basement or near a swimming pool.

2. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

3. Use only the power cord and adapter indicated in this manual.

4. This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit with an AC Input of 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz,

For Model A - DC Output of 19V, 6.3A (120W) minimum AC/DC Adapter. For Model B - DC Output of 19V, 4.7A (90W) minimum AC/DC Adapter.

Instructions for Care and Operation

The docking station is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions:

1. Don’t drop it, or expose it to shock. If the device falls, the case and the components co uld be damaged.

2. Keep it dry, and don’t overheat it. Keep the device and power supply away from any kind of heating element.

This is an electrical appliance. If water or any other liquid gets into it, the device could be badly damaged.

3. Avoid interference. Keep the device away from high capacity transformers, electric motors, and other strong

magnetic fields. These can hinder proper performance and damage your data.

4. Follow the proper working procedures for the device. Shut the device down properly.

Power Safety



Power Safety

Warning

Before you undertake any upgrade procedures, make sure that you have turned off the power, and disconnected all peripherals and cables.

The device has specific power requirements:

• Only use a power adapter approved for use with this device.

• Your AC/DC adapter may be designed for international travel but it still requires a

steady , uninterru pted power suppl y. If you are unsure of your local power specifications, consult your service representative or local power company.

• The power adapter may have either a 2-prong or a 3-prong grounded plug. The third

prong is an important safety feature; do not defeat its purpose. If you do not have access to a compatible outlet, have a qualified electrician install one.

• When you want to unplug the power cord, be sure to disconnect it by the plug head, not

by its wire.

• Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the total current

load of all the connected devices.

• Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power

supplies (i.e. AC/DC adapter or car adapter).

Do not plug in the power cord if you are wet.

Do not use the power cord if it is broken.

Do not place heavy objects on the power cord.

Preface

Cleaning

Do not apply cleaner directly to the device; use a soft clean cloth. Do not use volatile (petroleum distillates) or abrasive cleaners on any part of the device.

Servicing

Do not attempt to service the device yourself. Doing so may violate your warranty and expose you and the computer to electric shock. Refer all servicing to authorized service personnel. Unplug the device from the power supply. Then refer servicing to qualified service personnel under any of the following conditions:

• When the power cord or AC/DC adapter is damaged or frayed.

• If the device has been exposed to liquids.

• If the device does not work normally when you follow the operating instructions.

• If the device has been dropped or damaged.

• If there is an unusual odor, heat or smoke coming from your device.

Preface

Developing Good Work Habits

Developing good work habits is important if you need to work in front of the computer and docking station for long periods of time. Improper work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or other joints. The following are some tips to reduce the strain:

• Adjust the height of the chair and/or desk so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the

level of your elbow. Keep your forearms, wrists, and hands in a relaxed position.

• Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. Place your feet flat on the floor or on

a footrest if necessary.

• Use a chair with a back and adjust it to support your lower back comfortably.

• Sit straight so that your knees, hips and elbows form approximately 90-degree angles

when you are working.

• Take periodic breaks if you are using the computer for long periods of time.

Remember to:

• Alter your posture frequently.

• Stretch and exercise your body several times a day.

• Take periodic breaks when you work at the computer for long periods of time. Frequent

and short breaks are better than fewer and longer breaks.

VII

Preface

Lighting

Proper lighting and comfortable display viewing angle can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue in your neck and shoulders.

• Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting or outside sources of li ght.

• Keep the computer’s display screen clean and set the brightness and contrast to levels that allow you to see the screen

clearly.

• Position the display directly in front of you at a comfortable viewing distance.

• Adjust the display-viewing angle to find the best position.

VIII

Contents

Notice ................................................................................. I

FCC Statement ................................................................III

(Federal Communications Commission) III

Instructions for Care and Operation ...............................IV

Power Safety .................................................................... V

Cleaning .......................................................................... VI

Servicing ......................................................................... VI

Quick Start Guide

Overview ........................................................................1-1

Warnings ........................................................................ 1-1

Compatibility ................................................................. 1-1

Model Differences .........................................................1-2

Computer and Docking Station .....................................1-3

Docked System Power ...................................................1-4

Docking the Computer with the Docking Station ..........1-5

Undocking the Computer from the Docking Station ...1-10

Cold Undocking the System ........................................1-12

Hot Undocking the System ..........................................1-13

Re-Activating Docking ................................................1-15

System Map: Front View .............................................1-16

System Map: Rear View ..............................................1-17

Power Button LED & Lock Switch LED Indicator .....1-18

Preface

System Map: Left & Right Views ...............................1-19

Power Button Configuration ........................................1-20

Hard Disk Backup

New Hard Disk Partition ................................................2-3

Backup Now EZ Installation ..........................................2-5

Backup Now EZ Application .........................................2-6

Starting a Backup Job ....................................................2-8

Modifying a Backup Job ..............................................2-10

Modifying the Backup Schedule ..................................2-13

Running a Backup Job .................................................2-15

Restoring a Backup Job ...............................................2-16

Restoring a Complete System ......................................2-17

Creating a Bootable CD/DVD .....................................2-18

Running Backup Now EZ on Startup ..........................2-19

Video Features (NVIDIA)

NVIDIA Video Driver Installation ................................ 3-1

NVIDIA Control Panel ..................................................3-3

Display Devices .............................................................3-6

Display Modes ...............................................................3-7

Attaching Other Displays (Win 7) ...............................3-11

System Topology .........................................................3-13

Preface

HDCP Status ................................................................3-14

Interface (Ports & Jacks)

Overview .......................................................................A-1

Specifications

Interface and Ports ........................................................ B-2

Storage .......................................................................... B-2

Buttons & Switches ......................................................B-2

Video Adapter (Model A Only) ....................................B-2

Power ............................................................................ B-2

Security ......................................................................... B-2

LED Indicators ..................................................... .... .... .B-2

Environmental Spec ......................................................B-2

Dimensions & Weight ..................................................B-2

Quick Start Guide

Chapter 1: Quick Start Guide

Overview

The docking station provides your computer with an easy connectable desktop environment when portability is not required. This allows for easy connections to external displays, USB devices (with a full range of extra USB ports), audio devices and provides a battery charging facility. There are two models in this docking station series, and Model A includes a hard disk backup facility and a powerful video adapter.

Warnings

No matter what your level please pay careful attention to the warning and safety information indicated by the

 symbol, and familiarize yourself with the connection instructions before docking the computer with the sta-

tion. Also please note the safety and handling instructions as indicated in the

Compatibility

Note that this docking station is compatible with particular compatible computer models with the appropriate docking connector only. Please contact your service center for full details.

Preface.

Overview 1 - 1

Quick Start Guide

Model Differences

This docking station series includes two different model types that mainly differ as indicated in the table below.

Feature Model A Model B

NVIDIA® Quadro FX 880M Video Adapter*

including the following ports:

Video Adapter

One Changeable 2.5" 9.5 mm (h) SATA (Serial)

Hard Disk Backup

Power Supply Full Range Power Adapter - 120W Full Range Power Adapter - 90W

Weight 974g (Including VGA Adapter & HDD) 634g

Hot Docking & Undocking Not Supported Supported

External Monitor (VGA) Port Not Supported Supported

HDD with HDD Backup Button and Backup

One DVI-D Out Port

One HDMI Out Port

One Display Port

Application*

N/A

Table 1 - 1 - Model Differences

*Only install the video and hard disk backup drivers for Model A docking stations.

1 - 2 Model Differences

Quick Start Guide



Hot Docking or Cold Docking

If your docking station includes the video adapter (Model A only), then the computer must be cold docked to the docking station (i.e. the computer must be powered off before docking).

If your docking station does not include the video adapter, then the computer may be hot docked (i.e. the computer is powered on before docking) or cold docked to the docking station (i.e. the computer must be powered off before docking).

Hot Docking/Hot Undocking & Power Saving Modes

If the computer is in a power-saving state (Sleep or Hibernate), or is resuming from a power saving state, do not attempt to hot dock or hot undock the system.

Moving the Docking Station

Note that if the notebook is docked with the docking station, do not attempt to move the docked unit in order to avoid losing connection. If you wish to move the docking station, then make sure you undock the notebook from the docking station before doing so.

Computer and Docking Station

The computer may hot (Model B only) or cold dock/undock with the docking station (see the note below if your docking station includes the video adapter - Model A only), i.e. the computer may be powered on (hot

docking/undocking) or powered off (cold docking/undocking) when docking or undocking. However if you intend to hot dock/undock the system then make sure that the hot key driver, provided on the computer’s Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc, is installed.

Computer and Docking Station 1 - 3

Quick Start Guide

Docked System Power

The system power for a docked unit should be provided only by the docking station’s AC/DC adapter plugged in to the DC-In jack at the rear of the docking station (make sure the computer’s AC/DC adapter is not used at any time when the computer is docked). Follow the instructions on the next pages to safely dock and undock your computer with the docking station.

1 - 4 Computer and Docking Station

Quick Start Guide

Docking the Computer with the Docking Station

1. Remove all packing materials and place the docking station on a stable surface.

2. Securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the docking station (e.g. display, keyboard, mouse,

network cable*) to their ports/jacks.

3. Attach the AC/DC adapte r to th e DC-In jack at the re ar of the docking station, and then plug the AC power cord

into an outlet, and connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter.

4. The power button LED

on the docking station will be orange.

Figure 1 - 1 - Docking Station with AC/DC Adapter Plugged

Docking the Computer with the Docking Station 1 - 5



Docking Port

Cover

Make sure you keep the cover closed when the computer is not docked in the station. This will help prevent foreign objects and/or dust getting in to the contact area.

Note that the system cannot be connected to the docking station if the 9 cell battery is inserted in the battery compartment.

Quick Start Guide

5. Make sure the computer’s hot key driver is installed if you intend to hot dock the system.

6. Close the notebook computer’s lid/LCD and turn the computer over (if you are using the optional 9 cell

battery make sure you remove the battery before attempting to dock the computer with the docking

station).

7. Slide the notebook computer’s docking port cove r lat ch in th e dir ect ion of th e arro w at po int to open the

cover (failure to open the cover of the docking port before connecting the computer to the docking station may result in irreparable damage to the connector on the docking station).

Figure 1 - 2 - Opening the Docking Port

1 - 6 Docking the Computer with the Docking Station

Quick Start Guide



*Network/LAN

Connection

Note that when docked you must use the docking station’s LAN jack for network connections, and not the LAN jack on the computer.



AC/DC Adapter

Use only th e do cking sta tion’s AC/DC adapter

plugged-in to the docking station’s DC-In jack to power the computer.

If you use only the computer’s AC/DC adapter to power the docked system, the power button LED will still indicate power, but there will not be sufficient power for the whole system.

8. Make sure that the notebook computer’s AC/DC adapter is NOT ATTACHED to the computer’s DC-In

jack.

9. If your docking station includes the video adapter (Model A only) make sure the notebook computer is

POWERED OFF (check the computer is not in sleep mode) before docking the computer with the station

(see “Hot Docking or Cold Docking” on page 1 - 3).

10. Ensure that the lock switch on the right side of the docking station is in the unlock position (the Lock Switch

LED Indicator will not display any color).

Figure 1 - 3 - Docking Station with AC/DC Adapter Plugged-In & Computer Docked

Docking the Computer with the Docking Station 1 - 7



Lock Switch LED Indicator

Slide the lock switch on the right of the docking station to lock the docked system. The lock switch LED will turn green.

Quick Start Guide

11. Carefully hold the notebook computer at an angle of approximately 45 degrees, and rest it against the rubber

stoppers on the docking station.

12. Align the docking marker on the top of the notebook computer’s lid/LCD with the docking marker on top of the

docking station .

Figure 1 - 4 - Align the Docking Markers and Slide the Lock Switch

13. Once aligned, firmly, but carefully, press the computer down onto the docking station so that the docking

connectors line up.

14. Slide the lock switch on the side of the computer in to the lock position and th e Lock Switch LED Indicator

will turn green.

1 - 8 Docking the Computer with the Docking Station

Quick Start Guide



LAN Jack & Docking

Note that when the computer is docked with the docking station, the notebook’s LAN Jack can no longer be used as the network jack. When the system is docked use the docking station’s LAN jack as the network jack.

15. If the system was hot docked then the power button LED on the docking station will be green.

16. If the system was cold docked then the power button LED on the docking station will be orange.

17. The LED indicators on the computer will then display the power status of the computer.

18. If the system was cold docked you will need to press the power button on the docking station to turn both the

computer and docking station “on” (alternatively you may open the notebook computer’s lid/LCD and press the notebook’s power button to turn the system on).

Figure 1 - 5 - Press the Power Button (if cold docking)

19. The power button LED on the docking station will turn green when the system is on.

20. If you have connected an external monitor, keyboard and mouse to the appropriate ports you can use the

external devices without opening the lid/LCD of the notebook computer.

21. You can use the notebook computer’s keyboard if you do not have an attached keyboard.

22. You can also use the computer’s LCD (Model A only) if you do not have a display attached to the external

monitor port, or DVI-D Port (however note that if your purchase configuration includes the video adapter you must use one of the ports on the video controller to connect your external display, and you cannot use the notebook computer’s LCD as the display device - see “Video Ports (Model A)” on page 1 - 17).

Docking the Computer with the Docking Station 1 - 9



Hot Undocking or Cold Undocking

If your docking station includes the video adapter (Model A only), then the computer must be cold undocked from the docking station (i.e. the computer must be powered off before undocking).

If your docking station does not include the video adapter, then the computer may be hot undocked (i.e. the computer is still powered on before undocking) or cold undocked from the docking station (i.e. the computer must be powered off before undocking).

Only use the method outlined in “Hot Undocking the System” on page 1 - 13 to undock the system by clicking the taskbar icon and selecting Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media etc. Do not attempt to m anually undock the system by unlocking and ejecting the notebook without using the software method outlined first or this may result in data loss.

Quick Start Guide

Undocking the Computer from the Docking Station

If you want to hot undock the system make sure the computer’s hot key driver is installed.

1. If your docking station includes the video adapter (Model A only) you will need to shut the computer

down before undocking the system, however if you do not have a video adapter then you can hot undock the

system (see below).

1 - 10 Undocking the Computer from the Docking Station

Quick Start Guide



Shutdown

Note that you should always shut your computer down by choosing the Shut down command from the Start menu in Windows. This will help prevent hard disk or system problems.

2. If your computer includes the video adapter (Model A only) then shut the computer down as per the normal

Windows shutdown procedure first, and th en cold undock the system as outlined overleaf.

Undocking the Computer from the Docking Station 1 - 11

123



Docking Port Cover

Make sure you keep the cover closed when the computer is not docked in the station. This will help prevent foreign objects and/or dust getting in to the contact area.

Quick Start Guide

Cold Undocking the System

1. Shut the computer down as per the normal Windows shutdown procedure (select Shut Down from the Start

menu in Windows 7).

2. If the system is powered off, but still connected to the docking station’s AD/DC adapter, then the power button

LED on the docking station will be orange

3. Slide the lock switch on the side of the docking station in to the unlock position, and the green light on the

Lock Switch LED Indicator go off.

4. Press the Eject button on the docking station while carefully holding the notebook computer with one hand.

5. You can then lift the notebook computer off the docking station. After disconnecting the computer from the

docking station, slide the docking port cover latch in the direction of the arrow.

Figure 1 - 6 - Slide the Switch to Unlock & Press the Eject Button (Close the Docking Port)

1 - 12 Undocking the Computer from the Docking Station

Quick Start Guide

123



Running Applications &

Eject Docking Station

Note that when you select Eject Docking Statio n the system

will close active applications and power off the docking station and computer. This also includes any active backup jobs being run by the Backup Now

EZ application.

Hot Undocking the System

(Note: Model A docking stations that include the video adapter cannot hot undock the system).

1. With the docked system powered on, click the ta skbar icon and select Safely Remove Hardware and Eject

Media .

2. Select Eject Docking Station .

3. The Undock Complete message will appear in the taskbar.

Figure 1 - 7 - Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media

Undocking the Computer from the Docking Station 1 - 13

123



Docking Port Cover

Make sure you keep the cover closed when the computer is not docked in the station. This will help prevent foreign objects and/or dust getting in to the contact area.

Quick Start Guide

4. The power button LED on the docking station will be orange (the I/O ports and connectors on the docking

station are no longer operable).

• Note: If you wish to reactivate docking at this point see “Re-Activating Docking” on page 1 - 15.

5. Slide the lock switch on the side of the docking station in to the unlock position, and the green light on the

Lock Switch LED Indicator will turn off.

6. Press the Eject button on the docking station while carefully holding the notebook computer with one hand.

7. You can then lift the notebook computer off the docking station.

8. After disconnecting the computer from the docking station, slide the docking port cover latch , on the bottom

of the notebook computer in the direction of the arrow.

Figure 1 - 8 - Slide the Switch to Unlock & Press the Eject Button (Close the Docking Port)

1 - 14 Undocking the Computer from the Docking Station

Quick Start Guide

123

Re-Activating Docking

(Note: Model A docking stations that include the video adapter cannot re-activate docking).

If you have selected to Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media from the taskbar in Windows, and have not yet unlocked and ejected the computer, you can reactivate the docking.

1. Click the taskbar icon and right-click the hot key icon .

2. Select Docking .

3. Select Active Docking .

4. The system will now be docked and the I/O ports and connectors on the docking station will be operable.

Figure 1 - 9 - Re-Activate Docking

Undocking the Computer from the Docking Station 1 - 15

Figure 1 - 10

System Map Front

1. Power Button LED

2. Backup Button (For Model A Only)

3. Eject Button

4. Docking Connector

5. Retaining Pins

6. Eject Pins



Backup Button

Note that when the backup button is used to backup the computer’s hard disk/files to the docking station’s in conjunction with the backup application (see “Hard Disk Backup” on page 2 - 1). This button

has no function when pressed on Model B docking stations.

Quick Start Guide

System Map: Front View

1 - 16 System Map: Front View

Quick Start Guide

System Map: Rear View

Rear View with Video Adapter (Model A)

2 2

Rear View without Video Adapter (Model B)

4 5

2 2

If your purchase configuration includes the video adapter, make sure you connect any video cables to the ports provided by the video adapter (i.e. ports 11, 12 or 13 in the figure above) and not to the lower DVI-D Out Port 6 or external monitor port 7 (these ports do not function with the video adapter).

4 5

Video Ports (Model A)

LAN Jack & Docking

Lower Video Ports

for Model B Only



8 9 10

9 10

Figure 1 - 11

System Map Rear

1. Security Lock Slot

2. USB 2.0 Ports

3. Headphone Jack

4. Microphone Jack

5. S/PDIF-Out Jack

6. DVI-D Out Port (Digital) - (Model B Only)

7. External Monitor Port (Model B Only)

8. RS232 (Serial) COM Port

9. RJ-45 LAN Jack

10. DC-In Jack

The following ports are provided with the video adapter (Model A) only:

11. Display Port

12. DVI-D Out Port (Digital)

13. HDMI-Out Port

System Map: Rear View 1 - 17

Quick Start Guide

Power Button LED & Lock Switch LED Indicator

Icon Color Description

Orange DC Power is Plugged In and the Computer is Off or in Hibernate Mode*

Green The Docking Station is On or in Sleep Mode

Lock Switch

LED

Indicator

Green The computer is docked with the docking station and locked

Off The computer is not docked with the docking station

Table 1 - 2 - Power Button LED & Lock Switch LED Indicator

*To confirm the computer’s power status check the LED Power Indicators on the computer itself.

1 - 18 Power Button LED & Lock Switch LED Indicator

System Map: Left & Right Views

Figure 1 - 12

System Map

Left & Right Views

Vent/Fan Intake

2. USB 2.0 Ports

3. Eject Button

4. Lock Switch LED Indicator

5. Lock Switch

Quick Start Guide

System Map: Left & Right Views 1 - 19



Hot Docking/Hot Undocking

& Power Saving Modes

If the computer is in a power-saving state (Sleep or Hiber nate), or is resuming from a power saving state, do not attempt to hot dock or hot undock the system.

Quick Start Guide

Power Button Configuration

To prevent your computer from entering a power-saving state if you choose to work with the lid/LCD closed, then it may be necessary to redefine what the computer is set to do if the lid/LCD is closed when plugged in.

1. Click

2. Click Power Options (Hardware and Sound).

3. Click Choose what closing the lid does (in the left pane).

4. Set the When I close the lid: option when the computer is plugged in to Do nothing.

5. Click Save Changes and close the control panel.

Start

, and click

Control Panel

(or point to

Settings

and click

Control Panel

Figure 1 - 13 - Power Options (Choose what closing the lid does)

1 - 20 Power Button Configuration

Hard Disk Backup

Chapter 2: Hard Disk Backup

Follow the instructions here if your configuration includes the hard disk drive (Model A only). Note that the hard disk is intended for backup purposes only, so do not install any operating system to the backup hard disk on the docking station.

The Backup Now EZ software allows you to schedule backups of one or more folders from your notebook computer’s hard disk, onto the hard disk on the docking station. You can define intervals and times for any backup job to ru n, and you can easily restore files, programs and operating systems from backup jobs.

See “Backup System & Shutdown/Sleep/Hibernate” on page 2 - 2 for information on running backup jobs and power-saving modes.

Hard Disk Backup 2 - 1

Hard Disk Backup



Backup System & Shutdown/Sleep/Hibernate

Note the following if you have chosen to set closing the notebook computer’s lid as a sleep/ hibernate/shut down button, or have a Power Plan set to “Put the computer to sleep:” after a set period of time.

If the Backup Now EZ application is running a backup job when the lid is closed (or the set period of time in the Power Plan has expired), and the computer enters a power-saving state, the backup job will not run.

If you choose to “Shut down” the computer from the Windows Start menu, then Windows will warn you about running programs, and will give you the option to cancel the shut down process or continue it. If you choose to continue the shut down process, then any backup jobs running (or scheduled to run) will be cancelled.

If the computer is in a power-saving state, or is resuming from a power saving state, do not attempt to hot dock or hot undock the system.

2 - 2 Hard Disk Backup

Hard Disk Backup

Figure 2 - 1

Create New Simple

Volume

New Hard Disk Partition

Your docking station will probably come with the hard disk pre-partitioned and formatted appropriately. Where this is not the case, or where you wish to repartition the docking station’s backup hard disk, follow the instructions below (Note: Do not in- stall an operating system onto the backup hard disk).

1. Click

2. Click Administrative Tools (System and Security).

3. Double-click Computer Management.

4. In the left pane, under Storage, click Disk Management.

5. Right-click an unallocated region on your docking station’s hard disk, and then

Start

, and click

click New Simple Volume.

Control Panel

(or point to

Settings

and click

Control Panel

New Hard Disk Partition 2 - 3

Hard Disk Backup

6. In the New Simple Volume Wizard, click Next.

7. Type the size of the volume you want to create in megabytes (MB) or accept the maximum default size, and then click Next.

8. Accept the default drive letter or choose a different drive letter to identify the partition, and then click Next.

9. In the Format Partition dialog box, do one of the following:

• If you don't want to format the volume right now, click Do not format this vol-

ume, and then click Next.

• To format the volume with the default settings, click Next.

10. Review your choices, and then click Finish.

2 - 4 New Hard Disk Partition

Hard Disk Backup



User

Note that the Backup Now EZ program supports only a single user (i.e. the user who installed the program).

Backup Now EZ Installation

1. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc provided with the docking station.

2. Click Start (menu) and click Computer.

3. Double-click the DVD disc.

4. Double-click to open each of the following folders:

5. Double-click Setup (Application).

6. Select the installation language and click OK.

7. Click Next.

8. Click the button to accept the license agreement and click Next.

9. Click Next > Next

10. Click Finish to restart the computer.

\Drivers\02_Backup

Backup Now EZ Installation 2 - 5

Hard Disk Backup

Figure 2 - 2

Backup Now EZ

Welcome

Backup Now EZ Application

1. Access the Backup Now EZ application from the Start menu (Start > Programs/ All Programs > NTI Backup Now EZ), or by double-clicking the Backup Now EZ

icon on the desktop .

2. On the first run of the program you will be asked to register (recommended).

3. The Welcome screen will now appear (this will appear on the first run of the program, after this you will be taken to the main menu screen -see Figure 2 - 5 on

page 2 - 9).

4. The main screen will display two backup jobs and options that allow you to modify and enable/disable the jobs.

2 - 6 Backup Now EZ Application

5. If the Backup Location (External Disk) shows Unavailable then click Modify to

Figure 2 - 3

Backup Destination

Options

access the backup destination options.

6. You can set a Destination Capacity Alert to notify you when the backup hard disk has reached the percentage capacity selected.

7. You may also encrypt (password protect) your backup jobs, however do not forget your password.

8. Click Finish to confirm the backup destination options.

9. The program will prompt you to select whether you want to run the job now or not.

Hard Disk Backup

Backup Now EZ Application 2 - 7

Hard Disk Backup

Figure 2 - 4

Backup Button

Starting a Backup Job

1. Press the backup button on the docking station.

2. Backup Now EZ will be launched and will display the two backup jobs:

• File and Folder Backup

• Complete System Backup

3. You can adjust the settings for either of the jobs by clicking on Modify.

4. If the backup jobs are selected they will have a green tick alongside them.

2 - 8 Starting a Backup Job

5. The top menu will have thre e options (Action, Tools and Help).



Help

Click the Help top menu and select Help Topics to access the list of contents etc.

Figure 2 - 5

NTI Backup Now EZ

Main Menu

6. Click to select any of the menu options sub-menus.

Hard Disk Backup

7. Click the Backup button to begin executing any selected backup jobs (if the destination drive is not available then an error message will appear).

Starting a Backup Job 2 - 9

Hard Disk Backup

Figure 2 - 6

Modify File and

Folder Backup

Figure 2 - 7

Select Folders/Files

(My Files On C:)

Modifying a Backup Job

You may select the files that are to be backed up to the docking station’s hard disk by clicking on Modify on the left side of either of the backup jobs, and then select or deselect any files to be backed up.

To Modify File and Folder Backup:

1. Click Modify on the left under File and Folder Backup.

2. The tabs on the lef t of th e window allow you to select files or folders for backup.

2 - 10 Modifying a Backup Job

3. The My Files on C: tab allows you to select some of the most common data files

Figure 2 - 8

My Files On C:

Modify File Types

on the computer such as Multi-Media (videos, music, & pictures), Office (PowerPoint, Word files, Excel files, & Acrobat), Email (Outlook), and Favorites (IE Favorites).

4. You can select the file types by clicking Modify in Multimedia or Office.

5. Click to select the file types to be backed up.

6. All files type extensions that are checked will be included in the backup job.

7. Click on OK > Finish to complete the selection process.

Hard Disk Backup

Modifying a Backup Job 2 - 11

Hard Disk Backup

Figure 2 - 9

Advanced File and

Folder Selection

8. The Advanced: tab allows you to select specific files, folders or hard disk partitions to be backed up.

9. Browse through on the window to the right and select the data to back up by checking the boxes next to the file or folder.

10. All files and folders that are checked will be included in the backup job.

11. Click on Finish to complete the selection process.

2 - 12 Modifying a Backup Job

Hard Disk Backup

Figure 2 - 10

Backup Schedule

Modifying the Backup Schedule

To modify the default backup schedule click on Modify below the clock/calendar icon. You can select the time and date for backup jobs from the calendar to be run hourly, daily, weekly or monthly.

Modifying the Backup Schedule 2 - 13

Hard Disk Backup

• Hourly - The backup will be run on an hourly basis.

• Daily - The backup will be run on the specified time and day.

• Weekly - The backup will be run on the specified the day and time of the week.

• Monthly - The backup will be run o n the specified day of the mon th and time of

the backup. You can even schedule your backup on the last day of the month.

12. Once the schedule has been set, click on Finish to return to the main menu.

Backup Priority

This feature enables the user to adjust the CPU priority to either speed up the backup procedure or the general speed of the computer. If you select Faster Computer, it will speed up the general speed of the computer when running applications etc, but will slow down the backup process.

2 - 14 Modifying the Backup Schedule

Hard Disk Backup

Figure 2 - 11

Backup Job Select

and Run

Job Progress

Running a Backup Job

1. To run any selected job make sure that the job is selected (i.e. it has a green tick alongside it).

2. Either select Backup from the Action menu, or click the Backup button to

begin any selected job(s).

3. The job will begin to run and will show the progress percentage under the clock/

calendar icon.

Running a Backup Job 2 - 15

Hard Disk Backup



Restore Location

You can restore the files to their original location by selecting Original, or change the location by selecting Other.

Figure 2 - 12

Restore Files

Restoring a Backup Job

1. To restore any backup job either select Restore from t he Action menu, or click the Restore button .

2. Browse through the explorer view and select which data to restore by checking all the boxes next to the files and folders required (the folders are listed in the left pane and the files on the right).

3. Click on Restore to begin the restoration process.

2 - 16 Restoring a Backup Job

Restoring a Complete System

1. To restore any backu p job either select Restore from the Action menu, or click the Restore button .

2. You will then be prompted to insert a bootable CD/DVD disc and press OK.

3. The program will then reboot the computer.

4. Make sure your computer BIOS is set to Boot from the DVD drive as the first priority (press F2 at startup to enter the computer’s BIOS and see your computer’s manual for details).

5. Select the restore point (date and time) you want restore your computer to and click Restore.

6. After the restoration process is complete you will be prompted to remove the bootable disc and press OK.

Hard Disk Backup

Restoring a Backup Job 2 - 17

Hard Disk Backup

Figure 2 - 13

Create Bootable CD/

DVD Disc

Creating a Bootable CD/DVD

1. Select Create Bootable CD/DVD Disc from the Action menu.

2. Select the appropriate optical disc drive from the dropdown menu.

3. Insert a blank writable CD/DVD disc.

4. Press Start to create the disc.

2 - 18 Creating a Bootable CD/DVD

Hard Disk Backup

Running Backup Now EZ on Startup

Backup Now EZ will automatically launch during startup if there is at least one enabled job was set to backup at Startup and the application was running when the system was last rebooted or shut down.

It is important to have Backup Now EZ running when you are adding, deleting, and modifying data from the backup source, as this is the best way to keep your backup destination up to date.

Running Backup Now EZ on Startup 2 - 19

Hard Disk Backup

2-20

Chapter 3: Video Features (NVIDIA)

Figure 3 - 1

Rear View with

Video Adapter



Video Ports (ModelA)

If your purchase configuration includes the video adapter, make sure you connect any video cables to the ports provided by the video adapter (i.e. 1.Display Port, 2.DIV-D Out Port or 3. HDMI-Out Port in the figure above) and not to the lower DVI-D Out Port or external monitor port (these ports do not func-

tion with the video adapter).

Video Adapter Ports

Video Features (NVIDIA)

Follow the instructions here if your configuration includes the NVIDIA video adapter (Model A only). If your system does not include the video driver, or you

need to reinstall the driver at any time follow the instructions below. Note that the Notebook computer’s LCD cannot be used as a display device when the notebook is docked with the docking station.

NVIDIA Video Driver Installation

1. Make sure the system is docked with the docking station and an external display is connected to any one of the video controller ports.

NVIDIA Video Driver Installation 3 - 1

Video Features (NVIDIA)

2. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc provided with the docking station.

3. Click Start (menu) and click Computer.

4. Double-click the DVD disc.

5. Double-click to open each of the following folders:

\Drivers\01_Nvidia\257.30.

6. Double-click to open one of the following folders depending upon your operating system version:

\32bit (for Windows 7 32-bit OS). \64bit (for Windows 7 64-bit OS).

7. Double-click setup (Application).

8. Click Next > Next.

9. Click Finish to restart the computer.

3 - 2 NVIDIA Video Driver Installation

NVIDIA Control Panel



NVIDIA Control

Panel

To access the Ge-

Force..... control panel

from the desktop; right- click the desktop, then click NVIDIA Cont rol Panel.

Figure 3 - 2

NVIDIA GeForce.....

Control Panel

More advanced video configuration options are provided in the NVIDIA Control Panel tab.

1. Open the Display (in Appearances and Personalization) control panel in Windows.

2. Click Adjust Resolution (in the left pane) and click Advanced settings (link).

3. Click Quadro FX 880M (tab).

4. Click Start the NVIDIA Control Panel to make any video adjustments.

1. Click

2. Double-click NVIDIA Control Panel (click “Classic View” from the left of the menu

Start

, and click

if you are in Control Panel Home).

Control Panel

(or point to

Settings

and click

Control Panel

Video Features (NVIDIA)

NVIDIA Control Panel 3 - 3

Video Features (NVIDIA)



Navigating the

Control Panel

Navigate through the control panels in much the same way as you would a web page. Click on the sub-heading tasks in the left menu (and on the highlighted links) for information. Use the buttons on the top left to go back, forward etc.

Figure 3 - 3

NVIDIA Control

Panel

Note Advanced Settings are Displayed Here

The NVIDIA Control Panel provides additional video configuration controls and tools which allow quick access to features such as display configuration, 3D Settings and Help menus etc.

3 - 4 NVIDIA Control Panel

The Help menus provide index and search features, and direct links to the NVIDIA

Figure 3 - 4

Help Menu

website etc.

Video Features (NVIDIA)

NVIDIA Control Panel 3 - 5

Video Features (NVIDIA)



Function Key

Combination

You can use the Fn + F7 key combination on the notebook computer’s keyboard only (other attached keyboards may not support this function) to toggle through the display options:

• Notebook Only

• External Display Only

• Notebook + External Display

Make sure you give the displays enough time to refresh.

Figure 3 - 5

GPU Supports 2

Active Displays

Click to select the displays you want to use.

Display Devices

Note that you can use an appropriate cable connected to any of the display ports on the video adapter (do not use the lower DVI-D or VGA ports) to connect an external display. You may have up to 3 displays connected to the Display Port, DVI-D

Out Port and HDMI-Out Port, but the GPU will only support the use of 2 displays at a time.

3 - 6 Display Devices

Display Modes

Video Features (NVIDIA)

Single Display Mode

Only one of your displays is used.

Duplicate Displays

Duplicate display simply shows an exact copy of the Primary display desktop on one of the other display(s). This mode will drive multiple displays with the same content.

Extend Desktop

Extend desktop treats both connected displays as separate devices, and they act as a virtual desktop resulting in a large workspace. When enabled, you can drag any icons or windows across to the other display desktop. It is therefore possible to have one program visible in one of the displays, and a different program visible in the other display.

Display Modes 3 - 7

Video Features (NVIDIA)



Display Not Shown

If the attached display does not appear in the

“1.Select the displays you want to use.” win- dow, click “My Display is not shown...” and

then click the appropriate button to force detection of the missing display.

Figure 3 - 6

Set Up Multiple

Displays

Configuring an External Display using the NVIDIA Control Panel

1. Make sure you have an external display att ached to one of the video adapter port s on the docking station, and that it is turned on.

2. Go to NVIDIA Control Panel

3. Double-click Display (if the sub-menus are not visible), and then click Set up multiple displays.

4. Any attached display will appear under “1.Select the displays you want to use.”

5. Click the tickbox alongside any display you wish to use.

6. Click Apply > Yes to save any changes made.

3 - 8 Display Modes

Duplicating or Extending the Display

Figure 3 - 7

Duplicate

Displays

1. Make sure you have an external display attached to one of the vide o adapter por ts on the docking station, and that it is turned on.

2. Go to NVIDIA Control Panel

3. Double-click Display (if the sub-menus are not visible), and then click Set up multiple displays.

4. Any attached display will appear under “1.Select the displays you want to use.”

5. Click the tickbox alongside any display you wish to use.

6.Right-click one of the display icons and click “ the desktop on both displays.

Duplicate displays....”

to duplicate

Video Features (NVIDIA)

Display Modes 3 - 9

Video Features (NVIDIA)

Figure 3 - 8

Extend Desktop

Figure 3 - 9

Apply Changes

7.Right-click one of the display icons and click “ to duplicate the desktop across both displays.

8. Click

Apply > Yes

to save the changes.

Extend Desktop on this display....”

3 - 10 Display Modes

Attaching Other Displays (Win 7)



Function Key

Combination

You can use the Fn + F7 key combination on

the notebook computer’s keyboard only (other attached keyboards may not support this function) to toggle through the display options:

• Notebook Only

• External Display Only

• Notebook + External Display

Make sure you give the displays enough time to refresh.

Figure 3 - 10

Screen Resolution

Multiple Displays

Configuring an External Display in Windows 7

1. Attach your external display to the external monitor port and turn it on.

2. Go to the Screen resolution control panel.

3. Click the Detect button.

4. The computer will then detect any attached displays.

Video Features (NVIDIA)

Attaching Other Displays (Win 7) 3 - 11

Video Features (NVIDIA)

Figure 3 - 11

Screen Resolution

Multiple Display

Options

(Win 7)

5. You can configure the displays from the Multiple Displays menu.

• Duplicate these displays - Shows an exact copy of the main display desktop on the other display(s)

• Extend these displays - Treats both connected displays as separate devices

• Show desktop only on 1/2 - Only one of your displays is used.

3 - 12 Attaching Other Displays (Win 7)

Video Features (NVIDIA)

Figure 3 - 12

View System

Topology

System Topology

You can view the topology of the video adapters and any attached displays from the NVIDIA control panel.

1. Go to NVIDIA Control Panel

2. Double-click Workstation (if the sub-menus are not visible), and then click Set up multiple displays.

3. Click “View system topology.” to view any attached displays etc.

System Topology 3 - 13

Video Features (NVIDIA)

Figure 3 - 13

View HDCP Status

HDCP Status

You can determine if your system is HDCP (High-Digital Content Protection) com-

patible from the NVIDIA control panel.

3 - 14 HDCP Status

1. Go to NVIDIA Control Panel

2. Double-click Display (if the sub-menus are no t visible ), and then click View HDCP status.

Interface (Ports & Jacks)

Appendix A: Interface (Ports & Jacks)

Overview

The following chapter will give a quick description of the interface (ports & jacks) which allow your docking station and computer to communicate with external devices, connect to the internet etc.

Item Description

COM/Serial Port The COM/serial is a communication interface for data transfer, through which information

transfers in or out one bit at a time. This port can be used to connect the computer to devices such as terminals and peripherals.

DC-In Jack Plug the supplied AC/DC adapter into this jack to power your computer.

DisplayPort

For Model A Only

DVI-D Out Port The DVI-D Out (Digital Visual Interface-Digital) Port is a video connector interface supporting

DisplayPort is a digital display interface standard that allows a digital audio/video interconnect, between the computer and its external display or a home-theater system.

Note the Display Port is provided on the docking station with the video controller bo ard

only.

digital displays only. This allows you to connect an external monitor, TV or Flat Panel Display etc. as a display device (see “Configuring an External Display using the NVIDIA Control Panel”

on page B - 7) by means of a DVI-D compatible cable. If you are using an older type of monitor

you will need to use a converter to convert the signal from DVI-D to VGA.

Interface (Ports & Jacks) A - 1

Interface (Ports & Jacks)

Item Description

External Monitor (VGA)

Port

For Model B Only

HDMI-Out Port

For Model A Only

Headphone-Out Jack Headphones or speakers may be connected through this jack. Note: Set your system’s volume to

Microphone-In Jack Plug an external microphone in to this jack to record on your computer.

This port allows you to connect an external monitor, or Flat Panel Display, to get dual video or simultaneous display on the LCD and external monitor/FPD.

The HDMI-Out (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an audio/video connector interface for transmitting uncompressed digital streams. This allows you to connect an external monitor, TV or Flat Panel Display etc. as a display device by means of a HDMI cable. Note that HDMI carries

both audio and video signals.

Note the HDMI-Out Port is prov ided on the docking station with the video controller board

only.

a reduced level before connecting to this jack.

A - 2 Interface (Ports & Jacks)

Item Description



LAN Jack & Docking

RJ-45 LAN Jack This port supports LAN (Network) functions.

Note: Broadband (e.g. ADSL) modems usually connect to the LAN port.

Security Lock Slot To prevent possible theft, a Kensington-type lock can be attached to this slot. Locks can be

purchased at any computer store.

S/PDIF-Out Jack This S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface Format) Out Jack allows you to connect your DVD-

capable PC to a Dolby AC-3 compatible receiver for “5.1” or ‘dts’ surround sound.

USB 2.0/1.1 Ports These USB 2.0 compatible ports (USB 2.0 is fully USB 1.1 compliant) are for low-speed

peripherals such as keyboards, mice or scanners, and for high-speed peripherals such as external HDDs, digital video cameras or high-speed scanners etc. Devices can be plugged into the computer, and unplugged from the computer, without the need to turn the system off (if the power rating of your USB device is 500mA or above, make sure yo u us e the powe r supp ly wh ich comes with the device).

Interface (Ports & Jacks)

Interface (Ports & Jacks) A - 3

Interface (Ports & Jacks)

A-4

Appendix B: Specifications



Latest Specification Information

The specifications listed in this Appendix are correct at the time of goi ng to pr ess. Certa in items may be cha nged, upd ated or delayed due to the manufacturer's release schedule. Check with your service center for details.

Specifications

Specifications B - 1

Specifications

Interface and Ports

Seven USB 2.0 Ports One External Monitor Port (For Model B

Only) One DVI-D Out Port (For Model B Only) One Headphone-Out Jack One Microphone-In Jack One S/PDIF-Out Jack One RJ-45 LAN Jack One RS232 (Serial) COM Port

*One Docking Port One DC-In Jack

=======================================

The Following Ports are incl uded with the Video Adapter (for Model A only)

One DVI-D Out Port One HDMI-Out Port One Display Port

Storage

One Changeable 2.5" 9.5 mm (h) SATA (Serial) HDD (for Model A only)

Buttons & Switches

Power Button Notebook Eject Button Docking Lock Switch HDD Backup Button (functions with

Model A only)

Video Adapter (Model A Only)

NVIDIA® Quadro FX 880M Video Adapter (for Model A only)

1GB GDDR3 Video RAM Supports PCIe * 8 Supports Microsoft DirectX

® 10.1

Power

Model A:

Full Range AC/DC 120W Adapter AC input 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz DC Output 19V, 6.3A

Model B:

Full Range AC/DC 90W Adapter AC input 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz DC Output 19V, 4.7A

Security

Security (Kensington® Type) Lock Slot

LED Indicators

Adapter Power System Operation Lock Switch

Environmental Spec

Temperature Operating: 5 Non-Operating: -20°C - 60°C Relative Humidity Operating: 20% - 80% Non-Operating: 10% - 90%

°C - 35°C

Dimensions & Weight

300mm (w) * 195mm (d) * 39.5mm (h)

Model A:

974g (Including VGA Adapter & HDD)

Model B:

634g

B - 2 Specifications

Clevo DS100 User guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Preface

Chapter 1: Quick Start Guide

Overview

Warnings

Compatibility

Model Differences

Computer and Docking Station

Docked System Power

Docking the Computer with the Docking Station

Undocking the Computer from the Docking Station

System Map: Front View

System Map: Rear View

Power Button LED & Lock Switch LED Indicator

System Map: Left & Right Views

Power Button Configuration

Chapter 2: Hard Disk Backup

New Hard Disk Partition

Backup Now EZ Installation

Backup Now EZ Application

Starting a Backup Job

Modifying a Backup Job

Modifying the Backup Schedule

Running a Backup Job

Restoring a Backup Job

Creating a Bootable CD/DVD

Running Backup Now EZ on Startup

Chapter 3: Video Features (NVIDIA)

NVIDIA Video Driver Installation

NVIDIA Control Panel

Display Devices

Display Modes

Attaching Other Displays (Win 7)

System Topology

HDCP Status

Appendix A: Interface (Ports & Jacks)

Overview

Appendix B: Specifications

Interface and Ports

Storage

Buttons & Switches

Video Adapter (Model A Only)

Power

Security

LED Indicators

Environmental Spec

Dimensions & Weight