Dell™ Latitude ON™
Setup Guide
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September 2009 Rev. A01
Contents
1 About Your Dell Latitude ON . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Regulatory Information
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2 Setting Up Your Dell Latitude ON . . . . . . . 7
Installing the Latitude ON Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Enabling Latitude ON
Activating Instant ON
Starting Latitude ON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Configuring Latitude ON
Exiting Latitude ON
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3 Configuring the Network Settings. . . . . . 11
Enabling the Wireless or Mobile Broadband
Network in the Latitude ON Mode . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connecting to a Wireless Network
Connecting to a Mobile Broadband Network
Viewing Your Mobile Broadband Information
Disconnecting from a Mobile Broadband
Network
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Contents 3
Advanced Network Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Setting Up a Virtual Private Network
(VPN) Account
Modifying Your Wireless, Mobile Broadband,
or VPN Connections
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4 Setting Up Your Latitude ON E-mail. . . . 15
Configuring the Latitude ON E-mail Client . . . . . . . 15
Adding or Modifying Your E-mail Account
. . . . . . . 15
5 Latitude ON Desktop Icons . . . . . . . . . . 17
6 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
7 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Contacting Dell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
4 Contents
1
About Your Dell Latitude ON
Dell™ Latitude ON™ is a communication solution that is designed to
provide quick access to business-critical data. Latitude ON has the power,
efficiency, and flexibility of the Open Multimedia Application
Platform(OMAP™) processor along with the usability of a portable computer.
Latitude ON is currently available on the following Dell computers:
• Dell Latitude™ Z600
• Dell Latitude E4200
• Dell Latitude E4300
NOTE: If you ordered the Latitude ON card along with your computer, the
Latitude ON card is pre-installed and activated.
Features
Quick Access — Allows you to access e-mail, contacts, calendar,
and web pages.
Internet Connection — Allows you to connect to the Internet through wireless
or optional mobile broadband card.
E-mail Accounts — Allows you to configure and access POP and
Microsoft
Novell
clients through the web browser.
Security — Allows you to set up a Latitude ON specific password and you can
also clear the user data.
Enhanced Battery Life — Provides extended battery life as the
Latitude ON card has an efficient built-in OMAP processor.
Easy Upgrade — Allows you to upgrade the existing software for additional
security, VPN support encryption, and applications when they are available
using a flash utility.
®
Exchange 2003 e-mail accounts along with IMAP and
®
group-wise e-mail accounts. You can also access web-based e-mail
About Your Dell Latitude ON 5
Regulatory Information
For additional regulatory information, see the Regulatory Compliance
Homepage on www.dell.com at the following location:
www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
6 About Your Dell Latitude ON
2
Setting Up Your Dell Latitude ON
Installing the Latitude ON Card
NOTE: If you ordered a Dell™ Latitude ON™ card along with your computer, the
Latitude ON card is pre-installed on your computer.
To install the Latitude ON card, see the Installing Your Dell Latitude ON Card
that shipped with your Latitude ON card.
NOTE: Latitude ON is already installed on the Dell Latitude Z600 computer.
Enabling Latitude ON
NOTE: If you ordered a Latitude ON card with your computer, the Latitude ON
feature is already enabled.
1
Turn on (or restart) your computer.
2
When the Dell logo appears, wait for the F2 prompt to appear and
press <F2> immediately. The
3
Choose
4
Select the
5
Click
System Configuration
Enable Latitude ON
Apply
and click
Exit
BIOS
screen appears.
Latitude ON
check box.
to restart the computer.
.
Activating Instant ON
1
Turn on (or restart) your computer.
2
When the Dell logo appears, wait for the F2 prompt to appear and
press <F2> immediately. The
3
Choose
4
Select the
5
Click
System Configuration
Enable Instant ON
Apply
and click
Exit
BIOS
screen appears.
Latitude ON
check box.
to restart the computer.
Setting Up Dell Latitude ON 7
.
Starting Latitude ON
NOTE: When your computer is in the Latitude ON mode, you are no longer in the
Microsoft
®
Windows® operating system environment.
To start your computer in the Latitude ON mode, press the
Latitude ON button .
NOTE: If the computer is turned off, it will boot to the Latitude ON mode. If the
computer is in the Microsoft Windows mode, the computer will hibernate and
switch to the Latitude ON mode.
Configuring Latitude ON
1
Start your computer in the Latitude ON mode (see "Starting Latitude ON"
on page 8).
2
On the
3
Select the language and click
appears.
4
Select the keyboard type from the drop-down list and click
A window appears prompting you to create a password.
5
Create a password and re-enter the password to confirm.
A window appears indicating that the setup process is complete and
prompts you to use the
see "Configuring the Network Settings" on page 11.
Latitude ON
welcome screen, click
Next
. The
Keyboard Selection
Next
.
window
Next
NOTE: The password must adhere to the criteria outlined on the screen.
If your password does not adhere to the required criteria or you enter
mismatched passwords, Latitude ON prompts you to enter the correct
password.
Network Manager
. For more information,
.
NOTE: Latitude ON allows you to configure the wireless connection during the
initial setup. You can configure the Mobile Broadband connection only after
completing the initial setup.
NOTE: Latitude ON prompts you to enter the password during every new session.
If you enter a wrong password three consecutive times, the computer shuts down.
Restart your computer in the Latitude ON mode and try again.
8 Setting Up Dell Latitude ON
Exiting Latitude ON
To navigate from the Latitude ON mode to the Windows mode, press the
power button. The computer ends the current Latitude ON session and starts
your Windows session.
Instant On is Enabled Instant On is Disabled
If you press the power button, the
Latitude ON session closes and the
Windows operating system will be
loaded. During this time, the Latitude
ON is not completely shut down and it
will be in the suspend mode.
NOTE: Running Latitude ON in the suspend mode will consume power. For more
information, see the Frequently Asked Questions available on the Dell Support
website at support.dell.com/manuals.
To exit from the Latitude ON mode and shut down the computer:
1
Click the icon. The
2
Click
Shut Down
3
Click
Yes
. The computer shuts down.
Settings Manager
. A confirmation message appears.
If you press the power button, the
Latitude ON is shut down and the
Windows operating system will be
loaded.
window appears.
Setting Up Your Dell Latitude ON 9
10 Setting Up Dell Latitude ON
3
Configuring the Network Settings
Before you begin using your computer in the Latitude ON™ mode,
you must configure Latitude ON to connect to either a wireless network
or a mobile broadband network.
Enabling the Wireless or Mobile Broadband Network in the Latitude ON Mode
Right-click the Network Manager icon on the upper right corner of the
Latitude ON desktop.
Ensure that the Enable Networking check box is selected. For more
information on connecting to wireless or mobile broadband,
see "Connecting to a Wireless Network" on page 11 and "Connecting to a
Mobile Broadband Network" on page 12.
NOTE: You cannot enable both the wireless network and the mobile broadband
network at the same time.
Connecting to a Wireless Network
NOTE: To connect to a wireless network, ensure that the wireless network is
enabled on your computer (see "Enabling the Wireless or Mobile Broadband
Network in the Latitude ON Mode" on page 11).
1
Right-click the icon and select both
Enable Wireless
After the wireless card is initialized, left-click the
a list of available networks, their signal strengths, and their respective
security levels.
check boxes.
Configuring the Network Settings 11
Enable Networking
icon to display
and
2
Select the wireless network to which you want to connect.
a
To connect to a non-broadcasting wireless network, click
Connect to Hidden Wireless Network.
The
Connect to Hidden Wireless Network
b
Enter the name of the
Wireless Security
NOTE: Automatic selection of wireless security type does not work
for hidden network.
c
Click
Connect
3
Enter the wireless network's security information to connect to a protected
to connect to the hidden network
wireless network and click
NOTE: Contact your network administrator for assistance with connecting to
a secured wireless network.
NOTE: To connect to a non-broadcasting wireless network, select the
appropriate security type for the SSID and do not use the automatic selection.
After connecting to the hidden SSID for the first time, you must manually
connect to the hidden SSID for the second time before auto connecting to
hidden SSID works properly.
Hidden Network
.
Connect
.
window appears.
and select the type of
The Network Manager icon changes to the wireless signal strength icon.
Connecting to a Mobile Broadband Network
NOTE: Your mobile broadband account must be activated and the mobile
broadband card must be registered and configured in Windows
the Latitude ON mode.
NOTE: To activate 3G mobile broadband service on your computer,
visit dell.com/activate. Choose your service provider and the appropriate region.
NOTE: To connect to a mobile broadband network, ensure that the mobile
broadband network is enabled on your computer (see "Enabling the Wireless or
Mobile Broadband Network in the Latitude ON Mode" on page 11).
12 Configuring the Network Settings
®
before using it in
1
Right-click the icon and select both
Mobile Broadband
check boxes.
Enable Networking
and
WWAN signal strength bars are displayed next to the icon after the
broadband card is initialized by the Network Manager.
2
Left-click the
icon.
The menu lists Auto Mobile Broadband GSM, CDMA, or 3G connections
depending on the mobile broadband card installed.
a
To a c ces s th e
icon and select
click
Edit
b
To connect to the Mobile Broadband network, click
Broadband Connection
Mobile Broadband Profile
Edit Connections
.
.
window, right-click the
. In the
Mobile Broadband
Auto Mobile
The icon is changed to icon.
c
To connect using a 3G network, enter the
Username
3
To activate automatic connection to the Mobile Broadband network,
, and
Password
in the
Mobile Broadband Profile
Access Point Name
window.
do the following:
a
Right-click the icon, and select
b
In the
Mobile Broadband
c
Select the
Connect Automatically
Auto Mobile Broadband
tab, click
profile.
Edit Connections
Edit
.
check box in the
.
Enable
tab,
,
NOTE: You can view the Connect Automatically check box by editing the
Mobile Broadband profile in the Network Manager.
NOTE: Activation of automatic connection to the network allows you to
change the settings.
If Auto Mobile Broadband connection does not work, you must edit the
Auto Mobile Broadband profile to the appropriate settings. Please consult
your Mobile Broadband provider for the settings.
NOTE: If you are using the AT&T GSM card (in the United States), enter
ISP.CINGULAR in the APN field to edit the Auto Mobile Broadband profile.
Configuring the Network Settings 13
Viewing Your Mobile Broadband Information
1
Right-click the icon.
2
Click
Connection Information
displayed.
You can also click the icon to display the Mobile Broadband
Information.
. The Mobile Broadband Information is
Disconnecting from a Mobile Broadband Network
To disconnect from your mobile broadband network, click the icon and
click Disconnect.
Advanced Network Configuration
Setting Up a Virtual Private Network (VPN) Account
1
Click the icon.
2
Select
VPN Connections Configure VPN
3
Click
Add
and select a VPN connection type from the drop-down list.
4
Click
Create
. A new window appears.
5
Enter the required information and click
Modifying Your Wireless, Mobile Broadband, or VPN Connections
1
Right-click the icon.
2
Click
Edit Connections
3
In the
Network Connections
connection type.
4
Choose the network connection to modify and click
5
Modify the relevant information and click OK.
The connection settings are updated.
window, select the appropriate network
.
Apply
.
Edit
.
NOTE: If you are connected to the network when you are modifying the connection
settings, disable, and, re-enable network connection to allow changes to take
effect.
14 Configuring the Network Settings
4
Setting Up Your Latitude ON E-mail
Before you begin sending or receiving e-mails in the Latitude ON™ mode,
you must configure the Latitude ON E-mail client using the Setup Assistant.
The Setup Assistant is launched automatically when configuring your
Latitude ON for the first time.
Configuring the Latitude ON E-mail Client
1
On the Latitude ON desktop, click the e-mail icon.
Latitude ON launches the e-mail
2
Click
Forward
3
Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the e-mail setup.
and enter the required information.
Adding or Modifying Your E-mail Account
1
On the Latitude ON desktop, click the
window appears.
2
Click
Edit
3
To add a new e-mail accoun
the screen.
4
To modify an existing e-mail account
Edit
. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Preferences
. The
Setup Assistant
Evolution Preferences
t, click
Add
and follow the instructions on
, select the e-mail account and click
.
icon. The e-mail client
window appears.
Setting Up Your Latitude ON E-mail 15
16 Setting Up Your Latitude ON E-mail
Latitude ON Desktop Icons
Icon Description
E-mail Allows you to:
• access the e-mail application
• send, receive, and delete e-mails
• receive e-mail notifications
• view e-mail attachments
NOTE: You cannot save or edit attachments.
Calendar Allows you to:
• access the calendar within the e-mail
application
• create, update, or delete calendar events
• receive event notifications
• synchronize your calendar with a
Microsoft
Exchange Server
Contacts Allows you to:
•view address book
• manage contacts
Web Browser Allows you to:
• browse the Internet
• bookmark web pages
• view .DOC, .XLS, .PPT, and .PDF files
NOTE: The web browser does not support
download or installation of plug-ins.
Mobile Radio Displays the status of the mobile broadband
connection
®
Windows® supported
5
Mobile Signal Displays the strength of the mobile broadband
connection
Latitude ON Desktop Icons 17
Icon
(continued)
Wi-Fi Signal Displays the strength of the Wi-Fi connection
Battery Displays the status of the battery
Network Manager Allows you to access the network settings
Latitude ON Help Access additional help about Latitude ON
Settings Manager Allows you to customize your Latitude ON
Volume Allows you to adjust volume
Description
settings, such as power management, language,
sound alerts, and password. For more information,
click the icon on the Latitude ON interface.
(continued)
18 Latitude ON Desktop Icons
Specifications
Processor
Processor type Texas Instruments OMAP3430
Processor core frequency 600 MHz
Memory
Storage memory 512 MB NAND Flash
Operating memory
Power Consumption (Current)
Active mode 380 mA (maximum)
Suspend mode 75 mA (maximum)
Communication
Communication devices
Network
Compatibility
Operating channels
Power output (nominal)
256 MB DDR
• Wireless Local Area Network (LAN)
• Mobile Broadband network
• IEEE 802.11b standard for wireless LAN
(DSSS/CCK)
• IEEE 802.11g standard for wireless LAN
(DSSS/CCK)
• IEEE 802.11b: 2.4 GHz; (Channels 1 to 11)
• IEEE 802.11g: 2.4 GHz; (Channels 1 to 11)
• IEEE 802.11b: 13 dBm
• IEEE 802.11g: 13 dBm
6
Physical
Latitude ON™ card size 32.00 mm x 43.28 mm
Specifications 19
Environmental
Temperature
Operating
Storage
Relative Humidity
Operating
Storage
0° to 75°C (32° to 167°F)
-40° to 80°C (40° to 176°F)
up to 95% (non-condensing)
up to 95% (non-condensing)
20 Specifications
Troubleshooting
My computer does not turn on when I press the Latitude ON™ button.
1
Ensure that the Latitude ON card is installed and enabled in the
System Setup or BIOS (see "Enabling Latitude ON" on page 7).
2
If the Latitude ON card is not detected in the System Setup:
a
Disconnect the power cable and remove the battery from the
computer.
b
Re-seat the Latitude ON card. For more information,
see
Installing Your Dell Latitude ON Card
Latitude ON card.
c
Ensure that all antennae are properly connected.
d
Install the battery and ensure that the AC adapter is connected.
e
Turn on the computer and check if the Latitude ON card is identified
in the System Setup.
3
If the Latitude ON card is still not detected, contact Dell
(see "Contacting Dell" on page 23).
that shipped with your
7
The Scroll Lock Key flashes when I press the Latitude ON button.
Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 23).
My computer does not scan for any available Wi-Fi networks.
To resolve this issue, perform the following steps:
Right-click the icon.
1
2
Clear the
3
Wait for 10 seconds and select
The network manager restarts and scans for available Wi-Fi networks in
the area.
You can also restart the network manager by turning OFF and turning ON the
wireless switch on your computer.
Enable Networking
check box to disable networking.
Enable Network
check box.
Troubleshooting 21
My computer cannot connect to hidden networks.
Ensure that the appropriate security level is selected for the hidden network.
Do not select automatic security level for a hidden network.
Keyboard shortcut keys like <SHIFT>+<HOME>, <SHIFT>+END> and function keys
like battery or <Num Lk> do not work.
Latitude ON does not support most of the function keys or keyboard
shortcuts.
Unable to access websites containing Japanese or Chinese fonts.
Currently, Latitude ON does not support double-byte characters such as
Japanese, Arabic, or Chinese. You may receive a browser error while browsing
sites that support these languages.
In the Latitude ON mode, a message appears prompting you to enter the PIN code
for GSM SIM, even if the PIN is not set for GSM SIM.
If you have not set the PIN for the GSM SIM card, choose the Cancel button
when Latitude On prompts you to enter the GSM PIN code. Latitude ON
ignores the PIN and resumes the connection process.
If you enter an invalid PIN, setup configures the mobile broadband profile
incorrectly and causes a connection error. You must delete the mobile
broadband profile with the invalid PIN and create a new profile.
22 Troubleshooting
Contacting Dell
For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355).
NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact
information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.
Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options.
Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be
available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or
customer service issues:
1
Visit
support.dell.com
Choose A Country/Region
2
Click
Contact Us
service or support link based on your need.
, and verify your country or region in the
drop-down menu at the bottom of the page.
on the left side of the page, and select the appropriate
Troubleshooting 23
24 Troubleshooting
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