ECS Intel-powered Convertible Classmate PC User Manual

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Preface
Copyright 2011
notice in order to improve reliability, design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer.
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Limitation of Liability
While reasonable efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of this manual, the manufacturer and distributor assume no liability resulting from errors or omissions in this manual, or from the use of the information contained herein.
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Table of Content
ATTENTION: TEACHERS, PARENTS AND ADULT SUPERVISORS ................. 2
AGENCY REGULATORY NOTICES ............................................................. 6
MODIFICATIONS ................................................................................... 7
CONNECTIONS TO PERIPHERAL DEVICES .............................................. 7
SAR EXPOSURE ................................................................................. 7
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ............................................................ 7
EUROPEAN NOTICE ............................................................................. 7
CANADIAN NOTICE............................................................................... 8
ATTACHMENT LIMITATIONS STATEMENT ................................................ 8
POWER CORD REQUIREMENT .............................................................. 9
U.S. AND CANADA ............................................................................... 9
BATTERY PACK SAFETY ..................................................................... 10
LITHIUM BATTERY WARNING / BRIDGE BATTERY WARNING .................... 11
GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS ........................................................... 14
OPENING THE LCD PANEL ................................................................. 14
FRONT VIEW ..................................................................................... 15
BUILT-IN ROTATING CAMERA ............................................................. 16
QUICK MENU ..................................................................................... 18
WATER RESISTANCE PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES ON KEYBOARD,
POWER BUTTON AND TOUCH PAD BUTTONS ....................................... 19
LEFT VIEWS ...................................................................................... 20
RIGHT VIEW ...................................................................................... 21
REAR VIEW ....................................................................................... 22
BOTTOM VIEW ................................................................................... 23
GETTING STARTED ............................................................................... 26
CONNECTING THE AC ADAPTER ......................................................... 26
TO REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK: ...................................................... 28
BATTERY LOW-POWER WARNING....................................................... 30
CHARGING THE BATTERY AND CHARGING TIME ................................... 30
CHECKING THE BATTERY LEVEL ......................................................... 31
PROLONGING THE BATTERYS LIFE AND USAGE CYCLES...................... 31
STANDBY SUSPEND ........................................................................... 32
HIBERNATE SUSPEND ........................................................................ 32
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USING INTEL-POWERED CONVERTIBLE CLASSMATE PC ......................... 34
LCD CARE ........................................................................................ 34
FUNCTION KEYS (QUICK KEYS) .......................................................... 35
FUNCTION KEYS (QUICK KEYS) .......................................................... 35
TOUCHPAD PRECAUTIONS ................................................................. 37
TO ROTATE THE DISPLAY PANEL: ........................................................ 38
BIOS SETUP AND SECURITY FEATURE .................................................. 42
MAIN SETUP ..................................................................................... 43
ADVANCED SETUP ............................................................................. 45
SECURITY ......................................................................................... 47
BOOT SETUP ..................................................................................... 47
EXIT SETUP ...................................................................................... 48
3G CONNECTION (OPTION) ................................................................... 50
ONE-BUTTON RECOVERY ...................................................................... 60
BACKUP ............................................................................................ 62
BACKUP FOLDER ............................................................................... 63
RESTORE .......................................................................................... 64
TOOLS .............................................................................................. 66
STORAGE MANAGEMENT: .................................................................. 68
TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................. 70
SPECIFICATION ..................................................................................... 72
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This product is an educational tool designed for school children, ages 6 and up. There must be supervision by an adult on school children under 10 when using this Intel-powered classmate PC. It is a must to have a thorough explanation to students on safe and proper handling of the Intel-powered classmate PC, power supply, battery pack, and power cord.
Be sure to keep the power cord away from younger children
Please ensure that students understand the following:
Emphasize to students that this device is an educational tool
and not a toy. The computer, power supply, battery pack or power cord should not be dropped, crushed, stepped on or otherwise abused.
Ensure students understand the safe and proper handling of
power cord and power supply. Misuse could result in serious injury.
The teacher, parent or adult supervisor should periodically
inspect the computer; power supply and power cord for damage and replace it, if necessary.
Students should report any damage or loose parts to their
teacher, p arent or adult supervisor, immediately.
Do not leave the PC plugged in or “on” when enclosed in a
non-vented container, such as a school backpack, as overheating may occur.
It is recommended that students should take a 5 minute break
every 30 minutes of use.
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The following are lists of precautionary measure the students must understand before using this computer inside the classroom or home environment:
1. Do not place near the fire or other sources of heat.
2. Do not expose to magnetic fields.
3. Do not expose to direct sunlight.
4. Do not expose to rain or moisture.
5. Do not place heavy objects to add heavy pressure on the
computer.
6. Do not drop the computer.
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To reduce the risk of electric shock when connecting external peripherals such as printer, communication network, antenna, LAN, etc.,.
Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the
power cord from the AC outlet (not by unplugging the power cord from the computer).
Be sure not to clean the computer when it is plugged into a
wall socket.
When cleaning the unit, clean only with a damp soft cloth. Do
not pour liquid onto the unit.
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Do not clean while the computer is “on” or plugged into a wall
socket.
Caution students to avoid using this device under wet
conditions and also to protect the unit when carrying under this condition.
Be sure the touch pad does not come into contact with dirt,
liquids, or grease.
Power connection must be removed before installing sign al
cables, whenever it is functionally and legally allowed.
Power cords must be reconnected only after all signal
interconnections have been completed.
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You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and the
receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television
technician for help.
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This transmitter must not be co­located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Modifications
The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that is not expressly approved by the Manufacture may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Connections to Peripheral Devices
Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations.
SAR Exposure
Intel-powered convertible classmate PC has been tested for and found to be in compliance with FCC RF Exposure Limit. During extended periods of use the integrated antenna located at the top left corner of the display screen should be positioned at least 20cm from users or nearby persons.
Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with Part 15 the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
European Notice
Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) and the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC) and R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms:
EN55022: 2006, CLASS B EN61000-3-2: 2006, CLASS D
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EN61000-3-3: 1995+A1: 2001+A2: 2005 EN55024: 1998+A1: 2001+A2: 2003 IEC61000-4-2: 2001 ED. 1.2 IEC61000-4-3: 2006 ED. 3.0 IEC61000-4-4: 2004 ED. 2.0 IEC61000-4-5: 2005 ED. 2.0 IEC61000-4-6: 2006 ED. 2.2 IEC61000-4-8: 2001 ED. 1.1 IEC61000-4-11: 2004 ED. 2.0 EN 300 328-2, EN 300 328-1, EN 301 489-1, EN 301 489-17
(ETSI 300 328, ETSI 301 489) Electro-magnetic Compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matter.
EN60950 (IEC60950) I.T.E. Product Safety
Canadian Notice
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Le present appareil numerique nemet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux appareils numeriques de Classe B prescrites dans le reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le Ministere des Communications du Canada.
Attachment Limitations Statement
This equipment meets telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s).
This is confirmed by marking the equipment with the Industry Canada certification number. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user's satisfaction.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company.
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The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.
Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or an electrician, as appropriate.
Power Cord Requirement
The power cord supplied with the AC adapter should match the plug and voltage requirements for your local area. Regulatory approval for the AC adapter has been obtained using the power cord for the local area.
However, if you travel to a different area and need to connect to a different outlet or voltage, you should use one of the power cords listed below. To purchase a power cord (including one for a country not listed below) or a replacement AC adapter, contact your local dealer.
U.S. and Canada
The cord set must be UL/ETL-Listed and CSA-Certified or
UL/C-ETL Listed.
The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are (1) No.
18 AWG, (2) Type SPT-2, and (3) 2-conductor.
The cord set must have a rated current capacity of at least 7A. The attachment plug must be NEMA 1-15P (7A, 125V)
configuration.
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Other Countries
The cord set fittings must bear the certification mark of the
agency responsible for evaluation in a specific country. Acceptable agencies are:
CCC (China)
The flexible cord must be of a HAR (harmonized) type
HO5VV-F 3-conducto r co rd with a minimum conductor size of
0.03 square inches.
The minimum specification for the flexible cord for Class II
product are: (1) 2X0.75 mm
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conductors, (2) 2-conductor cord.
The cord set must have a current capacity of at least 10 A and
a nominal voltage rating of 125 / 250 VAC.
This model is designed to use with the
following AC Adapter model only.
Manufacturer: Lite-On Technology Corp.
Model: PA-1400-11 (AC 2 Pin)
Manufacturer: Shenzhen Huntkey Electric Co., Ltd.
Model: HKA03619021-8C (AC 2 Pin)
Manufacturer: DEL TA ELECTRONICS, INC.
Model: ADP-40PH AB (AC 2 Pin) Model: ADP-40PH BB (AC 3 Pin)
Battery Pack Safety
The battery pack is intended to use only with this notebook. Only qualified service technicians should replace the battery
pack.
Do not disassemble the pack. Do not dispose of the battery pack in fire or water. To avoid risk of fire, burns, or damage to your battery pa ck,
does not allow a metal object to touch the battery contacts.
Handle a damaged or leaking battery with extreme care. If
you come in contact with the electrolyte, wash the exposed area with soap and water. If it contacts the eye, flush the eye with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention.
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Do not charge the battery pack if the ambient temperature
exceeds 45 (113℉).
To obtain a replacement battery, contact your local dealer. Do not expose the battery pack to high storage temperatures
(above 60, 140℉).
When discarding a battery pack, contact your local waste
disposal provider regarding local restrictions on the disposal or recycling of batteries.
Use only supplied AC Adapter for charging.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Only qualified service technicians should replace and discard the battery pack. Replace only with same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions or local laws.
Explisionsgefahr bei unsachgernazen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ahnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien navh Angaben des Herstellers.
Lithium battery warning / Bridge battery warning
This computer contains a lithium battery to power the clock and calendar circuitry.
Der Arbeitsplatzbezogene Schalldruckpegel nach DIN 45 635 betragt 70dB (A) oder weniger.
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This part is hot. Be careful.
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When you see this symbol, be careful as this spot may be very hot.
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Congratulations on your purchase of Intel-powered classmate PC. Intel-powered convertible classmate PC features the latest advances in portable computing technology. Intel-powered convertible classmate PC modular design provides maximum expandability without compromising portability.
Never try to use this computer with the battery removed thus exposing the battery compartment which might cause hazardous accidents to the kids if it is powered by an AC adapter.
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Opening the LCD Panel
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The Intel-powered convertible classmate PC also features a rugged design that helps protect the computer from scratches and light falls. Please be careful when handling your computer and recommended not to let the computer fall from high places.
To avoid damage to the display panel:
1. Try not to slam the display upon closing it.
2. Try not to place any object on top when it is closed or open.
3. Be sure the system is turned off or in suspend mode before you close the display panel.
With the LCD screen open, you will see several features important for operating your Intel-powered convertible classmate PC.
Front View
1. Built-in Rotating Camera
Use the Built-in rotating camera for video conference.
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Built-in Rotating Camera
The built-in rotating camera can rotate from -35 ~ +200 degrees. You can rotate the built-in rotating camera back and forth using on both sides of the display panel.
The built-in rotating camera must be returned to its original position for the display panel to close properly.
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LCD Display
The panel is where the system content is displayed.
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Power/Suspend Button
Press momentarily to turn on the system. Press the power/suspend button again to return from
the suspend mode.
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LED Status Indicator
The LED Status Indicator displays the operating status of your Intel-powered classmate PC. When a certain function is enabled, the LED will light up. The following section describes each indicator.
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System and Power Status Indicators
LED Graphic
Symbol
Indication
Blue light indicates the numeric keypad is activated.
Blue light indicates the cap-lock is activated.
Blue light indicates the is reading/writing data.
Blue light indicates the WLAN module is active. The battery LED reflects according to the following
status:
Blue light indicates the battery is fully charged
and the AC Adapter is plugged in.
Orange light indicates the battery power is low.
5. Built-in Microphone
The microphone is used when you are having an audio/video conference with the other party.
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Home
Press this button twice to launch the quick menu display panel when the computer is turned to tablet mode.
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Quick Menu
Brightness Control – Decrease or increase the screen
brightness after you click the + / - key.
V olume Control – Decrease or increase the volume when
you click on the + / - key.
Switch Display – This function applies when you are
connecting a projector.
90 Degrees Counter Clockwise Rotation – The LCD display
will rotate in a counter clockwise position.
90 Degrees Clockwise Rotation – The LCD di splay will
rotate in a clockwise position.
180 Degrees Rotation – The screen will rotate at 180
degrees direction.
Auto Rotation – When this function is selected, the screen
will automatically rotate after you rotated the LCD display.
This function only applies when the computer is in tablet mode.
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Camera Button
Press this button to take picture.
Press this button once to enable and pop up the webcam application. Press this button twice to capture video.
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8. TouchPad
The touch pad is a built-in pointing device with functions similar to a mouse.
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Touchpad Buttons
Works like the two buttons on an ordinary mouse.
Water Resistance Precautionary Measures on Keyboard, Power Button and Touch pad Buttons
The Intel-powered convertible classmate PC features a spill­resistance function on keyboard, power button and touch pad buttons to ensure greater protection against spills in the classroom or anywhere.
These are the ways to avoid damage to your system:
Save all important documents within 3-minutes. Power off the system in normal procedure (Click “Start
Shut down”), unplug the AC adapter then remove the battery.
Tilt the system to the leftmost or rightmo st position and gently
wipe the liquid on the keyboard (Remember not to press the keyboard).
Power On the system after letting it dry up for four hours.
These procedures only apply for water resistance keyboard, power button and touchpad buttons.
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Please take note that it can cause a severe damage to the system if the user uses the abnormal procedure (pressing the Ctrl-Alt-Del key combination) and forcibly shut down the system.
Left Views
1. External Monitor Port
Use this port to connect to an external monitor.
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HDMI Port (USB 2.0 port is optional, either one)
Compact audio/video interface for transmitting uncompressed digital data.
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