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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Table of ContentsTable of Contents
Chapter 1
Chapter 1 GGGGetting Started
Chapter 1Chapter 1
etting Started ................................
etting Startedetting Started
Getting the Computer Running ......................................... 1-2
On the Use of the RF Device ...................................... B-7
USA and Canada Safety Requirements and Notices ........ B-7
European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices ..... B-10
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Chapter 1
Chapter 1
Chapter 1Chapter 1
Getting Started
Getting Started
Getting StartedGetting Started
Congratulations on purchasing this rugged computer.
This chapter first tells you step by step how to get the computer up and running.
Then, you will find a section briefly introducing the external components of the
computer.
Getting Started 1-1
Getting the Computer Running
Getting the Computer Running
Getting the Computer RunningGetting the Computer Running
This section guides you through the procedures for getting the computer ready for
operation.
Unpacking
Unpacking
UnpackingUnpacking
After unpacking the shipping carton, you should find these standard items:
Notebook computer
Accessories:
− AC adapter
− AC power cord
− Shoulder strap
− Handgrip strap
− Stylus and tether
− Digitizer pen (option)
− Driver disc
− Documents
Inspect all the items. If any item is damaged or missing, notify your dealer immediately.
Keep the shipping carton and packing materials in case you need to ship or store
the computer in the future.
1-2 Getting Started
Connecting to AC Power
Connecting to AC Power
Connecting to AC PowerConnecting to AC Power
The computer operates either on the external AC power or internal battery power.
It is suggested that you use AC power when you start up the computer for the
very first time.
CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter included with your computer. Using other AC
adapters may damage the computer.
1.Plug the DC cord of the AC adapter to the power connector of the computer
).
(
2.Plug the female end of the AC power cord to the AC adapter and the male
end to an electrical outlet (
3.When the AC adapter is connected, power is being supplied from the electrical
).
outlet to the AC adapter and onto your computer. Now, you are ready to turn
on the computer.
CAUTION:
When you disconnect the AC adapter, disconnect from the electrical outlet first
and then from the computer. A reverse procedure may damage the AC
adapter or the computer.
Getting Started 1-3
When unplugging the connector, always hold the plug head. Never pull on the
cord.
NOTE: When the AC adapter is connected, it also charges the battery pack. For
information on using battery power, see Chapter 3.
Opening and Closing the Cover
Opening and Closing the Cover
Opening and Closing the CoverOpening and Closing the Cover
To open the top cover:
1.Pull loose the cover latch (
2.Lift up the cover (
viewing clarity.
). You can tilt the cover forward or backward for optimal
) and release the clamp ().
To close the top cover:
1.Close the display.
1-4 Getting Started
2.Lift the cover latch and engage the clamp on the display. Then, push in the
cover latch to click it into place.
Operating in Tablet Mode
Operating in Tablet Mode
Operating in Tablet ModeOperating in Tablet Mode
In addition to being used as a regular notebook computer (Laptop mode), your
computer can also be operated in Tablet mode. In Tablet mode, you operate the
computer with a stylus or digitizer pen, or a fingertip, instead of a keyboard or mouse.
1.Open the top cover so that it is almost perpendicular with the keyboard of the
computer.
2.Turn the display counter-clockwise by 165
o
.
CAUTION: Do not rotate the display more than 165
display clockwise.
3.Close the computer with the display facing up.
o
, or attempt to rotate the
Getting Started 1-5
4.Lift the cover latch and engage the clamp on the display. Then, push in the
cover latch to click it into place.
In Tablet mode, the computer can be operated while holding it as shown. A handgrip
strap is supplied to help you hold the computer. (See “Attaching the Handgrip Strap”
in this chapter for installation instructions.)
1-6 Getting Started
Turning On and Off the Computer
Turning On and Off the Computer
Turning On and Off the ComputerTurning On and Off the Computer
Turning On
Turning On
Turning OnTurning On
Press the power button (
a Power-On Self Test (POST), and the operating system such as Windows should
start.
Turning O
Turning Off
Turning OTurning O
When you finish a working session, you can stop the system by turningoff the power
ff
ffff
). Each time the computer is turned on, it performs
or leaving it in Sleep or Hibernation mode:
To...
To... Do this...
To...To...
Power off
(Shutdown)
Sleep Press the power button*.
Hibernate Use the Windows Start menu to put the computer in Hibernation
* “Sleep” is the default setting of the power button. You may change what the
power button does in Windows Control Panel.
Use the Windows Start menu in the lower left and follow the
shutdown procedure.
–or–
Use the Windows Start menu to put the computer in Sleep mode.
mode. (See “Hibernation” in Chapter 3 for more information.)
Do this...
Do this...Do this...
Getting Started 1-7
Taking a Look at the Computer
Taking a Look at the Computer
Taking a Look at the ComputerTaking a Look at the Computer
NOTE:
Depending on the model you purchased, the appearance of your computer
may not be exactly the same as those shown in this manual.
You need to open the protective covers to access the connectors. When not
using a connector, make sure to close the cover completely for water- and
dust-proof integrity. (Engage the locking mechanism if existing.)
Front Components
Front Components
Front ComponentsFront Components
Ref
Ref Component
RefRef
Component Description
ComponentComponent
Strap Holder
Strap Holder
Strap HolderStrap Holder
Stereo
Stereo
Stereo Stereo
Speaker
Speaker
SpeakerSpeaker
OSD Control
OSD Control
OSD Control OSD Control
Button
Button
Button Button
P1 Button
P1 Button
P1 ButtonP1 Button
Sunlight
Sunlight----
SunlightSunlight
rea
readable
dable
rearea
dable dable
Button
Button
ButtonButton
Description See Also
DescriptionDescription
Two buckles hold the shoulder strap. P. 1-18
Sends out sound and voice from your computer.
Opens or closes the OSD (On Screen Display)
control panel.
Can be re-defined using the Button Manager utility.P. 6-8
Toggles the sunlight-readable mode on or off.
In sunlight-readable mode, the display brightness
is increased to the highest level.
See Also
See AlsoSee Also
P. 6-2
1-8 Getting Started
Ref
Ref Component
RefRef
Component Description
ComponentComponent
Description See Also
DescriptionDescription
See Also
See AlsoSee Also
P2
P2 Button
Button
P2P2
ButtonButton
RF Button
RF Button
RF Button RF Button
P3
P3 Button
Button
P3P3
ButtonButton
Reset Button
Reset Button
Reset Button Reset Button
P4
P4 Button
Button
P4P4
ButtonButton
Software
Software
Software Software
Keyboard
Keyboard
Keyboard Keyboard
Button
Button
Button Button
CAUTION: To prevent burns to your fingers if
using the computer (especially in Tablet Mode)
with sunlight-readable mode turned on, do wear
gloves when touching the top portion of the LCD
display as it may be hot to the touch.
Can be re-defined using the Button Manager utility.P. 6-8
Serves as the master on/off control of the RF radio.
Can be re-defined using the Button Manager utility.P. 6-8
Serves as the Ctrl
Can be re-defined using the Button Manager utility.P. 6-8
Opens or closes the software keyboard on your
screen.
Ctrl+Alt
CtrlCtrl
Alt+Del
AltAlt
Del keyboard keys. P. 8-12
DelDel
P. 2-17
P5
P5 Button
Button
P5P5
ButtonButton
Top Cover
Top Cover
Top Cover Top Cover
Latch
Latch
LatchLatch
Button
Button
Power
Power
Power Power
ButtonButton
Can be re-defined using the Button Manager utility.P. 6-8
Locks the top cover. P. 1-4
Turns the power on or off (Sleep mode by
default).
P. 1-7
Getting Started 1-9
Rear Components
Rear Components
Rear ComponentsRear Components
Ref
Ref Component
RefRef
Component Description
ComponentComponent
Audio Output
Audio Output
Audio Output Audio Output
Connector
Connector
ConnectorConnector
Connects a set of headphones, external
speakers with amplifier, or an audio recording
device.
Description See Also
DescriptionDescription
See Also
See AlsoSee Also
P. 4-6
Mini IEEE 1394
Mini IEEE 1394
Mini IEEE 1394 Mini IEEE 1394
Port
Port
PortPort
Microphone
Microphone
Microphone Microphone
Connector
Connector
ConnectorConnector
USB 2.0 Port
USB 2.0 Port
USB 2.0 PortUSB 2.0 Port
Kensington Lock
Kensington Lock
Kensington LockKensington Lock
VGA Connector
VGA Connector
VGA ConnectorVGA Connector
Serial Connector
Serial Connector
Serial ConnectorSerial Connector
Connects an IEEE 1394 device such as a
scanner, printer, DVCAM, and VCR.
Connects an external microphone. P. 4-6
Connects a USB device, such as a flash disk,
printer, digital camera, joystick, and more.
Locks the computer to a stationary object for
security.
Connects an external display monitor.
(Depending on your model, this port could be
a serial connector.)
Connects a serial mouse or serial communication
device.
P. 4-5
P. 4-4
P. 7-3
P. 4-2
P. 4-3
1-10 Getting Started
Right
Right----Side Components
RightRight
Ref
Ref Component
RefRef
Side Components
Side ComponentsSide Components
Component Description
ComponentComponent
Stylus
Stylus
StylusStylus
Serves as the input device by tapping on the
touchscreen to make selections and enter
information.
NOTE: Some models do not have the stylus
slot on this side, so you can only use the slot on
the left side for storing the stylus.
Description See Also
DescriptionDescription
See Also
See AlsoSee Also
P. 2-10
Tether Hole
Tether Hole
Tether HoleTether Hole
Battery Pack
Battery Pack
Battery Pack Battery Pack
Compartment
Compartment
Compartment Compartment
Hard Disk Drive
Hard Disk Drive
Hard Disk Drive Hard Disk Drive
Compartment
Compartment
Compartment Compartment
Stylus can be tethered to this hole.
NOTE: Depending on your model, this is on
both sides of the computer or on the left side
only.
Inside is the battery pack that supplies power to
your computer when external power is not
connected.
Inside is the hard disk drive.
P. 1-17
P. 3-3
Getting Started 1-11
Left
Left----Side Components
LeftLeft
Ref
Ref Component
RefRef
Side Components
Side ComponentsSide Components
Component Description
ComponentComponent
Tether Hole
Tether Hole
Tether HoleTether Hole
Stylus can be tethered to this hole. P. 1-17
Description See Also
DescriptionDescription
See Also
See AlsoSee Also
Stylus Slot
Stylus Slot
Stylus SlotStylus Slot
Power Connector
Power Connector
Power ConnectorPower Connector
USB
USB 3.0
3.0 Port
USB USB
RJ
RJ----11
RJRJ
RJ
RJ----45
RJRJ
ExpressCard Slot
ExpressCard Slot
ExpressCard Slot ExpressCard Slot
(upper)
PC
PC Card
PCPC
(lower)
Depending on your model, the two slots could be a different combination (as
below).
Port
3.03.0
PortPort
11 Connector
Connector
1111
ConnectorConnector
45 Connector
Connector
4545
ConnectorConnector
Card Slot
Card Card
Slot
SlotSlot
Stylus can be stored in this slot.
Connects the AC adapter. P. 1-3
Connects a USB device, such as a flash disk,
printer, digital camera, joystick, and more.
Connects the telephone line. P. 2-18
Connects the LAN cable. P. 2-19
Accepts an ExpressCard for additional functions.P. 4-7
Accepts a PC card for additional functions. P. 4-9
P. 4-4
1-12 Getting Started
Smart Card
Smart Card
Smart Card Smart Card
Reader
Reader (upper)
Reader Reader
Ref
Ref Component
RefRef
Top
Top----open Components
TopTop
Component Description
ComponentComponent
ExpressCard Slot
ExpressCard Slot
ExpressCard Slot ExpressCard Slot
(lower)
SD Card Reader
SD Card Reader
SD Card ReaderSD Card Reader
open Components
open Componentsopen Components
Accepts a smart card for additional security
feature.
Accepts an ExpressCard for additional functions.P. 4-7
Accepts a SD/SDHC/SDXC card for removable
storage media.
P. 4-11
Description See Also
DescriptionDescription
See Also
See AlsoSee Also
P. 4-12
Ref
Ref Com
RefRef
Component
ComCom
Camera Lens
Camera Lens
Camera LensCamera Lens
ponent Description
ponentponent
Allows you to use your computer’s camera
function. The lens supports 2 MP (mega pixel).
Description See Also
DescriptionDescription
See Also
See AlsoSee Also
P. 6-22
Getting Started 1-13
Ref
Ref Com
RefRef
Component
ComCom
Touchscreen
Touchscreen
TouchscreenTouchscreen
Light Sensor
Light Sensor
Light SensorLight Sensor
Fingerprint
Fingerprint
Fingerprint Fingerprint
Scanner
Scanner
Scanner Scanner
(optional)
Keyboard
Keyboard
KeyboardKeyboard
Touchpad
Touchpad
TouchpadTouchpad
Indicators
Indicators
IndicatorsIndicators
ponent Description
ponentponent
It can be rotated.
Displays and receives information for the
computer.
Detects the surrounding lighting condition for
automatic adjustment of the LCD brightness and
optional keyboard backlight.
Uses fingerprint verification to protect your
computer against unauthorized access.
Serves as the data input device. P. 2-2
Serves as the pointing device. P. 2-7
Show the current status of the computer’s
Description See Also
DescriptionDescription
See Also
See AlsoSee Also
P. 2-10
P. 2-27
Power
Power
PowerPower
Battery
Battery
Battery Battery
Charge
Charge
ChargeCharge
Hard Disk
Hard Disk
Hard Disk Hard Disk
Drive In
Drive In----Use
Drive InDrive In
Use
UseUse
devices.
Lights green when the computer is turned on.P. 1-7
Lights yellow when the computer is in Sleep
mode.
Lights green when the battery is fully charged.P. 3-3
Lights yellow when the battery is being charged.
Blinks yellow when the battery’s capacity is below
10%.
Blinks green and yellow by turns to indicate
charging is suspended because the battery’s
temperature is either too high or too low.
Lights green when the computer is accessing the
hard disk drive.
P. 3-6
1-14 Getting Started
Ref
Ref Com
RefRef
Component
ComCom
ponent Description
ponentponent
Description See Also
DescriptionDescription
See Also
See AlsoSee Also
Blinks red when the optional hard disk drive heater
is on for low temperature operation.
RF
RF
RFRF
Num Lock
Num Lock
Num LockNum Lock
Caps Lock
Caps Lock
Caps LockCaps Lock
Bottom Components
Bottom Components
Bottom ComponentsBottom Components
Lights when the radio frequency is on.
Lights when Num Lock is on. P. 2-3
Lights when Caps Lock is on. P. 2-2
P. 8-9
Ref
Ref Component
RefRef
Component Description
ComponentComponent
Strap Holder
Strap Holder
Strap HolderStrap Holder
Docking
Docking
Docking Docking
Connector
Connector
ConnectorConnector
Description See Also
DescriptionDescription
Four bottom hooks hold the handgrip strap. P. 1-18
Inside is the docking connector for connecting an
office dock or vehicle dock (purchased
separately).
Getting Started 1-15
See Also
See AlsoSee Also
Memory Slots
Memory Slots
Memory SlotsMemory Slots
SIM Card Slot
SIM Card Slot
SIM Card Slot SIM Card Slot
(optional)
Inside are the memory slots for expanding the
memory size of your computer.
Inside is the SIM card slot. P. 2-23
P. 4-13
1-16 Getting Started
Using the Accessories
Using the Accessories
Using the AccessoriesUsing the Accessories
Using the Tether
Using the Tether
Using the TetherUsing the Tether
A tether is provided for attaching the stylus to your computer.
1.Insert one of the tether’s loop ends through the hole of the stylus (as indicated
by
below). Then, insert the other end through the first loop (as indicated
below) and pull it tight.
by
2.Insert the other loop end to the tether hole on the computer (as indicated by
below). Then, insert the stylus end through the loop (as indicated by
below) and pull it tight.
Getting Started 1-17
Attaching the Handgrip Strap
Attaching the Handgrip Strap
Attaching the Handgrip StrapAttaching the Handgrip Strap
To use the handgrip strap, attach its four loops to the four bottom hooks on your
computer. Make sure the loops are securely hooked.
When you need to operate and hold your computer at the same time, insert your
hand through the strap for a firm grip.
Attaching the Shoulder Strap
Attaching the Shoulder Strap
Attaching the Shoulder StrapAttaching the Shoulder Strap
To use the shoulder strap, secure the snap hooks to the two buckles on your computer.
(Select models have four buckles for different positioning of the strap.)
1-18 Getting Started
CAUTION:
The strap has been designed to carry only the weight of the computer.
Therefore, be sure that the strap does not carry a weight that exceeds the
weight of the computer. The strap may accidentally come loose from the
computer.
Do not use a strap that is damaged or about to tear.
Getting Started 1-19
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