Getac Technology 8260GAINB300 User Manual

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Rugged Mobile Computing Solutions

B300

USER MANUAL

June 2017

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Getting Started ...................................................................... 1

Getting the Computer Running ........................................... 2

Unpacking .................................................................. 2

Using the Tether (Optional) ......................................... 3

Connecting to AC Power ............................................... 4

Turning On and Off the Computer .................................. 5

Taking a Look at the Computer ......................................... 8

Front Components ........................................................ 8

Rear Components ........................................................ 9

Right-Side Components ................................................ 10

Left-Side Components .................................................. 11

Top-open Components ................................................. 13

Bottom Components ..................................................... 16

Chapter 2 Operating Your Computer ..................................................... 17

Using the Keyboard ........................................................ 18

Typewriter Keys .......................................................... 18

Cursor-Control Keys .................................................... 18

Numeric Keypad ......................................................... 19

Function Keys ........................................................... 20

Fn Key .................................................................... 20

Hot Keys ................................................................. 20

Windows Keys ........................................................... 22

Using the Touchpad ....................................................... 23

Configuring the Touchpad ............................................ 25

Using the Touchscreen (Optional) ................................... 26

Using the Quick Buttons ................................................. 28

Using the DVD Drive ..................................................... 30

Inserting and Removing a Disc...................................... 31

Using the Network Features ............................................ 33

Using the LAN .......................................................... 33

Using the WLAN ....................................................... 33

Using the Bluetooth Feature ............................................ 36

Turning On/Off the Bluetooth Radio .............................. 36

Connecting to another Bluetooth Device .......................... 37

Using the WWAN Feature (Optional) ............................... 38

Installing a SIM Card ................................................. 39

Turning On/Off the WWAN Radio ................................. 40

Setting up a WWAN Connection .................................... 41

Using the Fingerprint Scanner .......................................... 43

Chapter 3 Managing Power .................................................................. 46

AC Adapter .................................................................. 47

Battery Pack ................................................................ 49

Charging the Battery Pack ........................................... 49

Initializing the Battery Pack .......................................... 50

Checking the Battery Level .......................................... 50

Battery Low Signals and Actions .................................... 51

Replacing the Battery Pack .......................................... 52

Power-Saving Tips ........................................................ 53

Chapter 4 Expanding Your Computer .................................................... 54

Connecting a VGA or HDMI Display Monitor ...................... 55

Connecting a Serial Device ............................................. 57

Connecting a USB Device ............................................... 58

Connecting an eSATA Device .......................................... 59

Connecting an IEEE 1394 Device ..................................... 60

Connecting Audio Devices ................................................ 61

Using Smart Cards ........................................................ 62

Using PC Cards ........................................................... 63

Using ExpressCards ....................................................... 65

Using Storage Cards ...................................................... 67

System Memory Upgrade ................................................ 68

Replacing the Hard Disk Drive ......................................... 70

Installing a Secondary Battery Pack or Hard Disk Drive......... 71

Chapter 5 Using BIOS Setup ................................................................. 72

When and How to Use .................................................. 73

Menu Descriptions ......................................................... 75

Information Menu ....................................................... 75

Main Menu ............................................................... 75

Advanced Menu ......................................................... 76

Security Menu ........................................................... 78

Boot Menu ............................................................... 79

Exit Menu ................................................................ 79

Quick BIOS Settings ...................................................... 80

Chapter 6 Using Getac Software ........................................................... 81

G-Manager .................................................................. 82

System Tab .............................................................. 83

Battery Tab .............................................................. 84

ECO Tab ................................................................. 86

Light Sensor Tab ....................................................... 88

Antenna Tab ............................................................. 89

Monitoring Tab .......................................................... 90

GPS Status Tab ........................................................ 92

P1 Quick Button Definition Utility ...................................... 94

Chapter 7 Caring for the Computer ...................................................... 96

Protecting the Computer .................................................. 97

Using an Anti-Virus Strategy ....................................... 97

Using the Cable Lock ................................................. 97

Taking Care of the Computer .......................................... 98

Location Guidelines ..................................................... 98

General Guidelines ..................................................... 99

Cleaning Guidelines .................................................... 99

Battery Pack Guidelines ............................................. 100

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Touchscreen Guidelines .............................................. 101

When Traveling ............................................................ 103

Chapter 8 Troubleshooting ................................................................ 104

Preliminary Checklist ...................................................... 105

Solving Common Problems ............................................. 106

Battery Problems ....................................................... 106

Bluetooth Problems .................................................... 106

Display Problems ...................................................... 107

DVD Drive Problems ................................................. 107

Hardware Device Problems ......................................... 108

Hard Disk Drive Problems .......................................... 109

Keyboard and Touchpad Problems ................................ 109

LAN Problems .......................................................... 110

Power Management Problems ...................................... 110

Software Problems .................................................... 110

Sound Problems ........................................................ 111

Startup Problems ....................................................... 111

WLAN Problems ........................................................112

Other Problems .........................................................113

Resetting the Computer ..................................................114

System Recovery ...........................................................115

System Restore, Refresh, or Reset (for Windows 8

Models) ..................................................................115

System Recovery (a Tool for Windows 7 Models) .........116

Using the Driver Disc ....................................................119

Appendix A Specifications .................................................................... 120

Appendix B Regulatory Information ...................................................... 122

On the Use of the System ............................................ 123

Class B Regulations .................................................. 123

ANSI Warning .......................................................... 124

Safety Notices .......................................................... 125

On the Use of the RF Device ....................................... 128

USA and Canada Safety Requirements and Notices......... 128

European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices ...... 130

User Notification of Take-back Service ............................. 132

ENERGY STAR ........................................................... 134

Battery Recycling .......................................................... 136

Chapter 1

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 the Computer Running

Unpacking

After unpacking the shipping carton, you should find these standard items:

 Rugged computer

 Accessories:

 AC adapter  AC power cord  Document(s)  Driver disc  Stylus and tether (depending on your model)

Inspect all the items. If any item is damaged or missing, notify your dealer immediately.

Using the Tether (Optional)

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 by  below) and pull it tight.

2. Insert the other loop end to the hook on the computer (as indicated by

below). Then, insert the stylus end through the loop (as indicated by  below) and pull it tight.



Connecting to AC Power

It is suggested that you use AC power when starting up the computer for the very first time.

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. 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: Use only the AC adapter included with your computer. Using other AC adapters may damage the computer.

NOTE: When the AC adapter is connected, it also charges the battery pack. For information on using battery power, see Chapter 3.

Turning On and Off the Computer

Turning On

1. Open the top cover by pushing on the cover latch (

cover (). You can tilt the cover forward or backward for optimal viewing clarity.

) and lifting up the



2. Press the power button (

). The Windows operating system should start.

Turning Off

When you finish a working session, you can stop the system by turning off the power or leaving it in Sleep or Hibernation mode:

To...

Do this...

Windows 8

Windows 7

Power off (Shutdown)

1. Open the Charms Bar of Windows

by moving the mouse cursor to the upper-right or lower-right corner of the screen.

2. Click Settings and then click

(Power).

3. Click Shut down in the Power

menu that pops up.

Use the Windows Start menu in the lower left and follow the shutdown procedure.

Sleep

Press the power button* or use the Power menu to put the computer in Sleep mode.

Press the power button* or use the Windows Start menu to put the computer in Sleep mode.

Hibernate

By default, this option is not shown in the Power menu. If you want to use the feature, set up accordingly in Windows Control Panel.

Use the Windows Start menu to put the computer in Hibernation mode.

* “Sleep” is the default setting of the power button. You may change what the power button does in Windows Control Panel.

Ref

Component

Description

See Also



Top Cover Latch

Locks the top cover.

P. 5



WWAN Antenna

Should be pulled out for reception of mobile telecommunications signals.

P. 38



Handle

Provides a convenient way to carry the computer.

Taking 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.

CAUTION: 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- , dust-, and fire-proof integrity. (Engage the locking mechanism if existing.)

Front Components

Ref

Component

Description

See Also



Power Connector

Connects the AC adapter.

P. 4



USB Port

Connects a USB device, such as a USB flash disk, printer, digital camera, joystick, and more.

P. 58



WWAN Passthrough Connector

(option)

Connects the external antenna for WWAN (wireless wide area network) connectivity.

NOTE: Must be connected via a docking station.



GPS Pass-through Connector (option)

Connects the external antenna for GPS signal reception.

NOTE: Must be connected via a docking station.



Docking Connector

Connects to the office or vehicle dock (purchased separately).



VGA Connector

Connects an external display monitor.

P. 55



Serial Connectors

Each of the two connectors connects a serial mouse or serial communication

P. 57

Rear Components

device.

Ref

Component

Description

See Also



Kensington Lock

Locks the computer to a stationary object for security.

P. 97

Ref

Component

Description

See Also



ExpressCard Slot

Accepts an ExpressCard for additional functions.

P. 65



Mini IEEE 1394 Port

Connects an IEEE 1394 device such as a scanner, printer, DVCAM, and VCR.

P. 60



SIM Card Slot

(option)

Accepts a SIM card for models having the WWAN module.

NOTE: The slot still exists but cannot be used for models without the WWAN module.

P. 39



SD Card Reader

Accepts a Secure Digital (SD) card for removable storage media.

P. 67

Right-Side Components

Ref

Component

Description

See Also



HDMI Connector

Connects a HDMI monitor or TV set.

P. 55



Hard Disk Drive

Inside is the hard disk drive.

P. 70



PCMCIA Slot

Accepts a PC card for additional functions.

P. 63



eSATA/USB Combo Port

Connects an eSATA device such as an external hard drive or optical drive.

P. 59

Can also function as a USB port.



GPS Antenna Connector

Connects the external antenna for GPS signal reception.



Audio Output Connector

Connects a set of headphones or external speakers with amplifier.

P. 61

Microphone Connector

Connects an external microphone.

P. 61

RJ-45 Connector

Connects the LAN cable.

P. 33

Ref

Component

Description

See Also



Battery Pack

Supplies power to your computer when

P. 49

Left-Side Components

Ref

Component

Description

See Also

external power is not connected.



Smart Card Reader

Accepts a smart card for additional security feature.

P. 62

NOTE: On your computer, the Smart Card reader is a part of the super multi drive module. If the super multi drive module is replaced by a secondary battery pack or hard disk drive, you cannot use the Smart Card reader.



Super Multi Drive

Accepts a compact disc for installing or loading software, accessing data, and playing music/video.

P. 30 Can be replaced by a secondary hard disk drive or battery pack (purchased separately).

P. 70

Ref

Component

Description

See Also



LCD Screen

Displays the output of the computer. May include the optional touchscreen feature.

P. 26

Top-open Components

Ref

Component

Description

See Also



Quick Buttons

P. 27

Toggles the “Blackout” mode on or off.

Brings up the ECO menu for selecting a power profile when using battery power.

Toggles the sunlight-readable mode on or off.

Enables or disables light sensor.



Power Button

Turns the power on or off. (The default “off” state is “Sleep mode.”)

P. 6



Stylus (option)

Serves as the input device by tapping on the screen to make selections and enter information.

P. 26



Touchpad

Serves as the pointing device of the computer.

P. 23



Indicators

Show the current status of the computer’s

devices.

Hard Disk Drive / DVD Drive

Blinks green when computer is accessing the hard disk or DVD drive.

Card Reader

Blinks green when computer is accessing the storage card.

P. 67

Caps Lock

Lights green when Caps Lock is on.

P. 19

Num Lock / HDD Heater (option)

Lights green when Num Lock is on.

P. 19

Lights amber when the optional hard disk heater is on.

P. 111



Microphone

Receives sound and voice for the computer.



Keyboard

Serves as the data input device of the computer.

P. 18

Ref

Component

Description

See Also



Fingerprint Scanner

Serves as the fingerprint verification, preventing unauthorized access to your computer.

P. 43



Stereo Speaker

Sends out sound and voice from the computer.

Indicators

Show the current status of the computer’s

devices.

Power

Lights green when computer is on.

P. 5

Blinks green when computer is on Sleep mode.

Battery Charge

Lights green when the battery is fully charged.

P. 49

Lights amber when the battery is being charged.

Blinks red when the battery’s capacity is below 10 %.

P. 51

Blinks amber when the battery is in an abnormal condition.

WLAN

Lights green when WLAN radio is on.

Bluetooth

Lights green when Bluetooth radio is on.

WWAN

Lights green when WWAN radio is on.

Ref

Component

Description

See Also



Memory Slots

Inside are the memory slots for expanding the memory size of your computer.

P. 68

Bottom Components

Chapter 2

This chapter provides information about the use of the computer.

If you are new to computers, reading this chapter will help you learn the operating basics. If you are already a computer user, you may choose to read only the parts containing information unique to your computer.

CAUTION:

 Do not expose your skin to the computer when operating it

in a very hot or cold environment.

 The computer can get uncomfortably warm when you use it in

high temperatures. As a safety precaution in such a circumstance, do not place the computer on your lap or touch it with your bare hands for extended periods of time. Prolonged body contact can cause discomfort and potentially a burn.

Using the Keyboard

Your keyboard has all the standard functions of a full-sized computer keyboard plus an Fn key added for specific functions.

The standard functions of the keyboard can be further divided into four major categories:

 Typewriter keys

 Cursor-control keys

 Numeric keys

 Function keys

Typewriter Keys

Typewriter keys are similar to the keys on a typewriter. Several keys are added such as the Ctrl, Alt, Esc, and lock keys for special purposes.

The Control (Ctrl) / Alternate (Alt) key is normally used in combination with other keys for program-specific functions. The Escape (Esc) key is usually used for stopping a process. Examples are exiting a program and canceling a command. The function depends on the program you are using.

Cursor-Control Keys

Cursor-control keys are generally used for moving and editing purposes.

NOTE: The word “cursor” refers to the indicator on the screen that lets you know exactly where on your screen anything you type will appear. It can take the form of a vertical or horizontal line, a block, or one of many other shapes.

Numeric Keypad

A 15-key numeric keypad is embedded in the typewriter keys as shown next:

Numeric keys facilitate entering of numbers and calculations. When Num Lock is on, the numeric keys are activated; meaning you can use these keys to enter numerals.

NOTE:

 When the numeric keypad is activated and you need to type

the English letter in the keypad area, you can turn Num Lock off or you can press Fn and then the letter without turning

Num Lock off.

 Some software may not be able to use the numeric keypad on

the computer. If so, use the numeric keypad on an external keyboard instead.

Key

Description

Switches the keyboard backlight on and off (option).

Switches the RF (radio frequency) radio on and off. When off, all wireless modules (such as WLAN, Bluetooth, and

WWAN) cannot be used. When on, individual settings of the module work.

Switches the night vision feature on or off. The feature is for viewing the display when using night vision goggles (optional).

Decreases the sound volume.

Function Keys

On the top row of the keys are the function keys: F1 to F12. Function keys are multi-purpose keys that perform functions defined by individual programs.

Fn Key

The Fn key, at the lower left corner of the keyboard, is used with another key to perform the alternative function of a key. To perform a desired function, first press and hold Fn, then press the other key.

Hot Keys

Hot keys refer to a combination of keys that can be pressed any time to activate special functions of the computer. Most hot keys operate in a cyclic way. Each time a hot key combination is pressed, it shifts the corresponding function to the other or next choice.

You can easily identify the hot keys with the icons imprinted on the keytop. The hot keys are described next.

Key

Description

Increases the sound volume.

Switches the display output to the next choice if an external display (either VGA or HDMI) is connected.

The hot keys are equivalent to

Windows logo key + P.

Choices are:

LCD only

LCD + External display (Duplicate)

LCD + External display (Extend)

External display only

Decreases the LCD brightness. The LCD still has 2 nits brightness when you reach the lowest

level.

Increases the LCD brightness.

Switches the touchscreen on or off (option).

Switches the touchpad off or on.

Switches the system sound output off (mute) or on.

Switches the display on or off.

Serves as the sleep button that you can define with Windows’ Power Options.

Windows Keys

The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions: Windows Logo key and Application key.

The Windows Logo key opens the Start menu and performs softwarespecific functions when used in combination with other keys. The Application key usually has the same effect as a right mouse click.

Using the Touchpad

CAUTION: Do not use a sharp object such as a pen on the touchpad. Doing so may damage the touchpad surface.

NOTE:

 Press Fn+F9 to toggle the touchpad on or off.  For optimal performance of the touchpad, keep your fingers

and the pads clean and dry. When tapping on the pad, tap lightly. Do not use excessive force.

The touchpad is a pointing device that allows you to communicate with the computer by controlling the location of the pointer on the screen and making selection with the buttons.

The touchpad consists of a rectangular pad (work surface) and a left and right buttons. To use the touchpad, place your forefinger or thumb on the pad. The rectangular pad acts like a miniature duplicate of your display. As you slide your fingertip across the pad, the pointer (also called cursor) on the screen moves accordingly. When your finger reaches the edge of the pad, simply relocate yourself by lifting the finger and placing it on the other side of the pad.

Term

Action

Point

Move your finger on the pad until the cursor points to the selection on the screen.

Click

Press and release the left button. –or– Tap gently anywhere on the pad.

Double-click

Press and release the left button twice in quick succession. –or– Tap twice on the pad rapidly.

Drag and drop

Press and hold the left button, then move your finger until you reach your destination (drag). Finally, release the button (drop) when you finish dragging your selection to the destination. The object will drop into the new location. –or– Gently tap twice on the pad and on the second tap, keep your finger in contact with the pad. Then, move your finger across the pad to drag the selected object to your destination. When you lift your finger from the pad, the selected object will drop into place.

Scroll

To scroll is to move up and down or left and right in the working area on the screen.

To move vertically, place your finger on the right or left edge of the pad and slide your finger up and down along the edge. To move horizontally, place your finger on the top or bottom edge of the pad and slide your finger left and right.

This function may not work for all applications.

Here are some common terms that you should know when using the touchpad:

TABLE NOTE: If you swap the left and right buttons, “tapping” on the touchpad as an alternative method of pressing the left button will no longer be valid.

Configuring the Touchpad

You may want to configure the touchpad to suit your needs. For example, if you are a left-handed user, you can swap the two buttons so that you can use the right button as the left button and vice versa. You can also change the size of the on-screen pointer, the speed of the pointer, and so on.

To configure the touchpad, go to Control Panel.

Using the Touchscreen (Optional)

NOTE:

 Touchscreen feature is currently not available for B300

Windows 8 models.

 Press Fn+F8 to toggle the touchscreen on or off.

CAUTION: Do not use a sharp object such as a ballpoint pen or

pencil on the touchscreen. Doing so may damage the touchscreen surface. Use your finger or the included stylus.

The touchscreen is a touch-sensitive device that allows you to navigate on the screen without using a keyboard, touchpad, or mouse.

Use the included stylus to select objects on the screen. The stylus can be stretched for better grip and handling.

Term/Action

Equivalent Mouse

Function

Tap: Touch the screen once.

Click/Point

Double-tap: Touch the screen twice rapidly.

Double-click

Tap and hold: Tap and hold until a popup menu appears.

Right-click

Drag: Hold the stylus (or finger) on the screen and drag across the screen until reaching your destination.

Drag

The following table shows how you use the touchscreen to obtain equivalent mouse functions.

Button

Description

Toggles the Blackout mode on or off. In Blackout mode, the LCD backlight and LED indicators are turned

off. To bring the computer out of Blackout mode, press P1 or the power button.

NOTE: “Blackout” is the default setting of the P1 button. You can re-define the button. (See “P1 Quick Button Definition Utility” in Chapter 6 for information.)

Brings up the ECO menu as shown below:

NOTE (for Windows 8): The popup menu is visible on Windows Desktop only.

ECO Me nu

ECO Off

Quick Mode

Power Saving

Work Mode

Using the Quick Buttons

Located on top of the keyboard are four quick buttons:

Button

Description

Select a mode before the ECO menu disappears. You can select a mode by pressing the ECO button or the arrow key. The ECO mode will return to the default Off setting when AC power is connected, any power related setting is changed, the computer resumes from Sleep/Hibernation mode, or the computer is restarted.

Each ECO mode (Quick, Power Saving, or Work) is a combination of power settings that results in different power consumptions. (For information on configuring the ECO modes, see “ECO Tab” in Chapter

6.)

NOTE: The button works only when using battery power.

Toggles the sunlight-readable mode on or off. In sunlight-readable mode, the LCD brightness is increased to the

highest level. The button lights green while in sunlight-readable mode.

Enables or disables light sensor. When enabled, your computer automatically adjusts the LCD brightness

based on the surrounding lighting condition. The button lights green while light sensor is enabled.

Using the DVD Drive

Your computer may come with a Super Multi drive. The drive can read from and write to CD, DVD+, DVD- and DVD-RAM media.

CAUTION:

 When inserting a disc, do not use force.  Make sure that the disc is correctly inserted into the tray,

and then close the tray.

 Do not leave the drive tray open. Also, avoid touching the

lens in the tray with your hand. If the lens becomes dirty, the drive may malfunction.

 Do not wipe the lens using materials with rough surface (such

as paper towel). Instead, use a cotton swab to gently wipe the lens.

FDA regulations require the following statement for all laser-based devices:

“Caution, Use of controls or adjustments or performance of

procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.”

NOTE: The DVD drive is classified as a Class 1 laser product. This label is located on the DVD drive.

NOTE: For DVD and Combo drives only. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Eject button

Inserting and Removing a Disc

Follow this procedure to insert or remove a disc:

1. Turn on the computer.

2. Open the multi-purpose bay cover by sliding the release latch towards the left.

3. Press the eject button and the DVD tray will slide out partially. Gently pull on

it until it is fully extended.

4. To insert a disc, place down the disc in the tray with its label facing up. Slightly

press the center of the disc until it clicks into place.

To remove a disc, hold the disc by its outer edge and lift it up from the tray.

5. Gently push the tray back into the drive.

6. Close the multi-purpose bay cover.

NOTE: In the unlikely event that you are unable to release the drive tray by pressing the eject button, you can manually release the disc. (See “Optical Drive Problems” in Chapter 8.)

Using the Network Features

Using the LAN

The internal 10/100/1000Base-T LAN (Local Area Network) module allows you to connect your computer to a network. It supports data transfer rate up to 1000 Mbps.

Using the WLAN

The WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) module supports IEEE 802.11ac, compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n.

Turning On/Off the WLAN Radio

To turn on the WLAN radio:

1. Make sure that the Airplane mode is switched off. You can control the Airplane

mode using one of the below methods.

 Press Fn+F1.  For Windows 8: Open the Charms Bar, click Settings  Change PC Settings

 Network Airplane mode. Slide the Airplane mode switch to the Off position.

2. If you have previously turned off the WLAN radio, use one of the below methods

to turn it on.

 For Windows 8: Open the Charms Bar of Windows. Click Settings  Change

PC Settings  Network Airplane mode. Slide the Wi-Fi switch to the On

position.

 For Windows 7: Use either Windows Mobility Center or Getac Quick Bar. To

open Getac Quick Bar, right-click the Getac Utility icon on Windows taskbar and select Quick Bar. Click the WLAN button in the Quick Bar (an X over the button means the radio is currently off).

To turn off the WLAN radio:

You can turn off the WLAN radio the same way you turn it on.

If you want to quickly turn off all wireless radio, simply switch on Airplane mode.

Connecting to a Wireless Network

1. Make sure that the WLAN function is enabled (as described above).

2. For Windows 8: Open the Charms Bar of Windows. Click Settings and then click

For Windows 7: Click the Wireless Network icon on the taskbar. (An orange light in the icon indicates connections are available.)

3. In the list of available wireless networks, click a network, and then click Connect.

4. Some networks require a network security key or passphrase. To connect to

one of those networks, ask your network administrator or Internet service provider (ISP) for the security key or passphrase.

For more information on setting a wireless network connection, refer to Windows online help.

NOTE: You can use Intel® PROSet Wireless to take full advantage of the Wi-Fi capabilities of your computer. See the Help of the utility for instructions.

Using the Bluetooth Feature

The Bluetooth 4.0 technology allows short-range (about 50 meters) wireless communications between devices without requiring a cable connection. Data can be transmitted through walls, pockets and briefcases as long as two devices are within range.

Turning On/Off the Bluetooth Radio

To turn on the Bluetooth radio:

1. Make sure that the Airplane mode is switched off. You can control the Airplane

mode using one of the below methods.

 Press Fn+F1.  For Windows 8: Open the Charms Bar, click Settings  Change PC Settings

 Network Airplane mode. Slide the Airplane mode switch to the Off position.

2. If you have previously turned off the Bluetooth radio, use one of the below

methods to turn it on.

 For Windows 8: Open the Charms Bar of Windows. Click Settings  Change

PC Settings  Network Airplane mode. Slide the Bluetooth switch to the On

position.

 For Windows 7: Use Getac Quick Bar. To open Getac Quick Bar, right-click

the Getac Utility icon on Windows taskbar and select Quick Bar. Click the Bluetooth button in the Quick Bar (an X over the button means the radio is currently off).

To turn off the Bluetooth radio:

You can turn off the Bluetooth radio the same way you turn it on.

If you want to quickly turn off all wireless radio, simply switch on Airplane mode.

Connecting to another Bluetooth Device

1. Make sure that the Bluetooth function is enabled (as described above).

2. Make sure that the target Bluetooth device is turned on, discoverable and within

close range. (See the documentation that came with the Bluetooth device.)

3. For Windows 8: Open the Charms Bar of Windows. Click Settings  Change PC

Settings  PC and devices  Devices. Click Add a device.

For Windows 7: Click and hold the Bluetooth icon Add a Device.

4. Select the device you want to connect from the search results.

5. Depending on the type of Bluetooth device that you want to connect to, you

will need to enter the pertinent information.

For detailed information on using the Bluetooth feature, see Windows’ online Help.

on Windows taskbar. Click

Using the WWAN Feature (Optional)

A WWAN (Wireless Wide Area Network) uses mobile telecommunication cellular network technologies to transfer data. The WWAN module of your computer supports 3G or 4G LTE depending on your model.

NOTE:

 The WWAN feature is available to selected countries only.  Your model only supports data transmission, voice

transmission is not supported.

 When using the WWAN feature, pull out the WWAN antenna.

Installing a SIM Card

1. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter.

2. Locate the SIM card slot on the right side of the computer and open the cover.

3. Unfasten one screw and remove the small plate that covers the SIM card slot.

4. Insert the SIM card into the slot. Make sure the beveled corner on the SIM

card is facing towards the slot and that the golden contact area on the card is facing downwards.

5. Close the cover.

NOTE: To remove the SIM card, push inward to release and slide the SIM card out of the slot. You can use the small plate as a tool to push the SIM card.

Turning On/Off the WWAN Radio

To turn on the WWAN radio:

1. Make sure that the Airplane mode is switched off. You can control the Airplane

mode using one of the below methods.

 Press Fn+F1.  For Windows 8: Open the Charms Bar, click Settings  Change PC Settings

 Wireless. Slide the Airplane mode switch to the Off position.

2. If you have previously turned off the WWAN radio, use one of the below methods

to turn it on.

 For Windows 8: Open the Charms Bar of Windows. Click Settings  Change

PC Settings  Network Airplane mode. Slide the Mobile Broadband switch

to the On position.

 For Windows 7: Use the WWAN utility software or Getac Quick Bar. To open

Getac Quick Bar, right-click the Getac Utility icon on Windows taskbar and select Quick Bar. Click the WWAN button in the Quick Bar (an X over the button means the radio is currently off).

To turn off the WWAN radio:

You can turn off the WWAN radio the same way you turn it on.

If you want to quickly turn off all wireless radio, simply switch on Airplane mode.

Setting up a WWAN Connection

1. Make sure that the SIM card is inserted and the WWAN function is enabled

(as described above).

2. Start the WWAN utility software (Skylight).

3. You need to configure the software to match your mobile network operator.

Tap the button to open the User Options window.

4. Select Firmware and pull down the list of mobile network operators.

5. From the list, select the name that matches your operator and firmware.  For the US region: EM/MC7355 firmware is required. The supported operators

include ATT, Bell, Roger, Sprint, Telus, and Verizon. If your operator is not one of them, select Generic_US_7355 in the list.

 For the EMEA (Europe, the Middle East, and Africa) and APAC (Asia Pacific)

regions: EM/MC7305 firmware is required. The supported operators include

Orange, Swisscom, Telefonica, Telstra, and Vodafone. If your operator is not one of them, select Generic_EMEA_APAC_7305 in the list.

6. Select OK to start configuring mobile broadband device. A message bar appears on the screen to show the progress. Wait till the configuration is completed.

CAUTION: Do not perform other tasks or shut down the computer during the configuration process.

7. After the configuration, you can use WWAN connections. For more information, see the online help of the software.

Using the Fingerprint Scanner

WARNING:

 To protect the fingerprint scanner, be sure to slide close

the cover when not using the fingerprint scanner.

 We shall not be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever

resulting from your use of the fingerprint scanner or neglect of fingerprint scanner use, or any data loss resulting from such developments as fingerprint authentication malfunctioning.

 It is not recommended that you use the fingerprint scanner

in a belowfreezing temperature. The moisture on your finger can freeze to the scanner’s metal surface when you touch it, resulting in a failed operation. Besides, touching freezing metal with your finger can cause frostbite.

The fingerprint scanner provides a strong authentication mechanism based on fingerprint recognition.

Locate and slide open the fingerprint scanner cover.

NOTE:

 You can enroll a fingerprint only after creating a password

for the Windows user account.

Help

 The fingerprint logon process can take a while. This is

because the system has to check hardware devices and security configuration before initiating the fingerprint scanner.

To enroll your fingerprint:

For Windows 8

1. Open the Charms Bar, click Settings  Change PC Settings  Accounts  Sign-in options.

2. On the right side under Fingerprint, click Add.

3. Enter your user account password and click OK.

4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete.

For Windows 7

1. Start BioExcess. Follow the wizard to enroll your fingerprints.

2. You can then use the fingerprint software to set up how the fingerprint authentication works. For detailed information, click the Help button of the software.

Chapter 3

Your computer operates either on external AC power or on internal battery power.

This chapter tells you how you can effectively manage power. To maintain optimal battery performance, it is important that you use the battery in the proper way.

AC Adapter

CAUTION:

 The AC adapter is designed for use with your computer only.

Connecting the AC adapter to another device can damage the adapter.

 The AC power cord supplied with your computer is for use in

the country where you purchased your computer. If you plan to go overseas with the computer, consult your dealer for the appropriate power cord.

 When you disconnect the AC adapter, disconnect from the

electrical outlet first and then from the computer. A reverse procedure may damage the AC adapter or computer.

 When unplugging the connector, always hold the plug head.

Never pull on the cord.

The AC adapter serves as a converter from AC (Alternating Current) to DC (Direct Current) power because your computer runs on DC power, but an electrical outlet usually provides AC power. It also charges the battery pack when connected to AC power.

The adapter operates on any voltage in the range of 100~240 V AC.

Battery Pack

The battery pack is the internal power source for the computer. It is rechargeable using the AC adapter.

NOTE: Care and maintenance information for the battery is

provided in the “Battery Pack Guidelines” section in Chapter

Charging the Battery Pack

NOTE:

 Charging will not start if the battery’s temperature is below

0 C (32 F) or above 40 C (104 F).

 The charging process will stop when the battery’s

temperature gets above 60 C (140 F). The Battery Charge Indicator turns off in this state. Once the battery’s temperature drops within the safe range, charging will automatically resume with the Battery Charge Indicator glowing amber.

 During charging, do not disconnect the AC adapter before the

battery has been fully charged; otherwise you will get a prematurely charged battery.

To charge the battery pack, connect the AC adapter to the computer and an electrical outlet. The Battery Charge Indicator ( ) on the computer glows amber to indicate that charging is in progress. You are advised to keep the computer power off while the battery is being charged. When the battery is fully charged, the Battery Charge Indicator lights green.

It takes approximately 3.5~4.5 hours to fully charge the battery when the computer is off and 4~6 hours when the computer is on and in an idle state.

CAUTION: After the computer has been fully recharged, do not immediately disconnect and reconnect the AC adapter to charge it again. Doing so may damage the battery.

NOTE: The battery level may automatically lessen due to the self-discharge process (0.21 % per day), even when the battery pack is fully charged (100 %). This happens no matter if the battery pack is installed in the computer.

Initializing the Battery Pack

You need to initialize a new battery pack before using it for the first time or when the actual operating time of a battery pack is much less than expected. Initializing is the process of fully charging, discharging, and then charging. It can take several hours.

A tool called “Gauge Reset” is provided for the purpose. See “Gauge Reset” in Chapter 6 for information on using the tool.

Checking the Battery Level

NOTE: Any battery level indication is an estimated result. The actual operating time can be different from the estimated time, depending on how you are using the computer.

The operating time of a fully charged battery pack depends on how you are using the computer. When your applications often access peripherals, you will experience a shorter operating time.

By Operating System

You can find the battery icon on the Windows taskbar (lower-right corner). The icon shows the approximate battery level.

By Gas Gauge

On the exterior side of the battery pack is a gas gauge for displaying the estimated battery charge. When the battery pack is not installed in the computer and you want to know the battery charge, you can press the switch with a pointed device to see the corresponding value of indicator segment that light green.

Battery

Icon

Battery Level

Description

Discharging

The icon shows the charge remaining in 10-percent increments until the charge reaches the low-battery level.

Low

The battery charge has reached the low-battery level (10% by default).

Critically low

The battery charge has reached the critical battery level (5% by default). By default, Windows will display a notification and put your computer into Hibernation.

Switch

The value of the corresponding green segment indicates the relative percentage of the battery charge. The battery pack is fully discharged when you see no segment glowing green

Battery Low Signals and Actions

The battery icon changes appearance to display the current state of the battery.

When the battery is low, the computer’s Battery Charge Indicator ( red to alert you to take actions.

Always respond to low-battery by connecting the AC adapter, placing your computer in Hibernation mode, or turning off the computer.

) also blinks

Replacing the Battery Pack

CAUTION:

 There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly

replaced. Replace the battery only with the computer

manufacturer’s optional battery packs. Discard used batteries according to the dealer’s instructions.

 Do not attempt to disassemble the battery pack.

1. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter.

2. Locate the battery compartment on the left side of the computer.

3. Slide the cover lock to the left ( open the compartment cover.

4. Pull the ribbon strip and slide the battery pack out of the compartment.

5. With the ribbon strip facing outward, insert the new battery pack all the way into the compartment.

6. Close the cover, press the release latch downward to engage, and then slide the lock towards the right to secure the cover.

) and then lift the release latch () to



Power-Saving Tips

Aside from enabling your computer’s power saving mode, you can do your part to maximize the battery’s operating time by following these suggestions.

 Do not disable Power Management.

 Decrease the LCD brightness to the lowest comfortable level.

 Shorten the length of time before Windows turn off the display.

 When not using a connected device, disconnect it.

 Remove the card (such as PC card, ExpressCard, and Smart Card) if not

using it.

 Turn off the wireless radio if you are not using the wireless module (such as

WLAN, Bluetooth, or WWAN).

 Turn off the computer when you are not using it.

Chapter 4

Computer

You can expand the capabilities of your computer by connecting other peripheral devices.

When using a device, be sure to read the instructions accompanying the device together with the relevant section in this chapter.

VGA

HDMI

Connecting a VGA or HDMI Display Monitor

If you want the benefits of a larger display screen with higher resolution, you can connect an external display monitor to your computer

Your computer supports a VGA connector and a HDMI connector. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an audio/video interface that transmits uncompressed digital data and therefore delivers true HD quality.

Follow this procedure to connect an external monitor:

1. Turn off the computer.

2. Depending on the type of your monitor, plug the monitor’s signal connector to the computer’s VGA or HDMI connector.

3. Plug one end of the monitor’s power cord into the power socket on the monitor and the other end to an electrical outlet.

4. To use the monitor, turn on the monitor before turning on the computer.

5. The connected device should respond by default. If not, you can switch the display output by pressing the Fn+F5 hot keys. (You can also change the display through Windows Control Panel.)

CAUTION: Do not disconnect the external monitor while the computer is in the Sleep mode or Hibernation mode. If no external monitor is connected when the computer resumes, the LCD might not display properly.

Connecting a Serial Device

Your computer has two serial ports for connecting a serial device such as a serial mouse or serial communication device (modem).

NOTE: Portable modems that derive power through the serial port cannot be used with the computer. Instead, use a modem that is powered by its own internal battery or external AC power.

Connecting a USB Device

Your computer has one USB 3.0 port and two eSATA/USB 3.0 ports for connecting USB devices, such as a digital camera, scanner, printer, modem, and mouse.

The USB ports support transfer rate up to 5.0 Gbit/s for USB 3.0 devices.

Connecting an eSATA Device

Your computer has two eSATA/USB combo ports for connecting eSATA devices (such as an external hard drive and external optical drive) / USB devices (see previous section).

The port supports SATA II with transfer rate up o 3.0Gbit/s. It can provide 5V power if a certified USB-eSATAcombo cable is used.

Connecting an IEEE 1394 Device

Your computer has a mini IEEE 1394 port for connecting IEEE 1394 devices that include not only computer peripheral devices such as scanner, printer and high-quality CCD, but also consumer electronic equipment such as DVCAM and VCR.

Connecting Audio Devices

For higher audio quality, you can send or receive sound through external audio devices.

 Audio Output Connector (green) can be connected to speakers, headphones, or

earphone set.

 Microphone Connector (pink) can be connected to an external microphone for

recording voice or sound.

NOTE:

 After connecting an external audio device, make sure that

you specify the use of the correct audio device in Windows.

 When using the external speakers/headphones or microphone,

you cannot use the internal one.

Chip

Using Smart Cards

With an embedded microcontroller, smart cards have the unique ability to store large amounts of data, carry out their own on-card functions (e.g., encryption and mutual authentication), and interact intelligently with a smart card reader.

To insert a smart card:

1. Locate the smart card slot on the left of the computer and open the cover.

2. Slide the smart card, with its label and embedded computer chip facing up into the slot.

To remove a smart card:

1. Make sure that the third-party smart card software is not accessing the smart card.

2. Pull the card out of the slot.

3. Close the cover.

Eject button

Using PC Cards

NOTE:

 Some PC cards require additional system resources. Before

using such PC card, you may have to free other system resources for the PC card.

 Although some PC cards can be inserted and removed without

turning off the computer, you cannot remove or install PC cards during Sleep mode.

Your computer has one PC card slot which supports type II card and CardBus specifications.

To insert a PC card:

1. Locate the PC card slot on the right side of the computer and open the cover.

2. Slide the PC card, with its label facing up, into the slot until the eject button pops out.

To remove a PC card:

1. Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon found on the Windows taskbar

2. Select (highlight) the PC card from the list to disable the card.

3. Push the eject button and the card will slide out slightly.

and the Safely Remove Hardware window appears on screen.

4. Pull the card out of the slot.

5. Close the cover.

Using ExpressCards

Your computer has an ExpressCard slot.

The ExpressCard slot can accommodate a 54 mm (ExpressCard/54) or 34 mm (ExpressCard/34) wide ExpressCard. Typical ExpressCards support a very extensive range of applications including memory, wired and wireless communication cards, and security devices.

To insert an ExpressCard:

1. Locate the ExpressCard slot on the right side of the computer and open the cover.

2. Slide the ExpressCard, with its label facing up, all the way into the slot until the rear connectors click into place.

To remove an ExpressCard:

1. Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon found on the Windows taskbar and the Safely Remove Hardware window appears on screen.

2. Select (highlight) the ExpressCard from the list to disable the card.

3. Push the eject button and the card will slide out slightly.

4. Pull the card out of the slot.

5. Close the cover.

Using Storage Cards

NOTE: You can use only storage cards. Your Card Reader does not support cards with I/O (input/output) functions such as a wireless network card or Bluetooth card.

Your computer has a storage card reader. The card reader is a small drive for reading from and writing to removable storage cards (or called memory cards). The reader supports SD (Secure Digital) cards.

To insert a storage card:

1. Locate the SD card reader on the right side of the computer and open the cover.

2. Align the card with its connector pointing to the slot and its label facing down. Slide the card into the slot until it reaches the end.

3. Windows will detect the card and assign it a drive name.

To remove a storage card:

1. Open File Explorer and click Computer.

2. Right-click the drive with the card and select Eject.

3. Slightly push the card to release and then pull it out of the slot.

4. Close the cover.

System Memory Upgrade

You can upgrade your computer by expanding system memory.

CAUTION:

 It is not recommended that you buy and install RAM modules

by yourself. If you want to expand system memory, please ask Getac service center to install DRAM modules for you so that full compatibility can be guaranteed.

 RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity.

There are cases where static electricity generated by the human body has adversely affected such modules. When inserting or removing a RAM module, do not touch the terminals or internal components, insert objects other than the module, or allow foreign particles to enter. Doing so has been known to cause damage, fire, or electrical shock.

To install the RAM module:

1. Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack (see chapter 3).

2. Carefully place the computer upside down.

3. Remove the six screws to open the compartment cover.





4. To install the RAM module, match the module's notched part with the socket's projected part and firmly insert the module into the socket at a 20-degree angle (). Then push down until the retaining clips lock the module into position ().

CAUTION: If the RAM module is difficult to insert or difficult to push down, do not force it. Check once more to ensure that the module is positioned correctly.

5. Close the compartment cover and secure with six screws.

6. Replace the battery pack.

Replacing the Hard Disk Drive

1. Disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack (see chapter 3).

2. Locate the hard disk drive compartment on the right side of the computer. Slide the cover lock to the left () and then lift the release latch () to open the compartment cover.

3. Pull the strip and slide the hard disk drive out of the slot.

4. With the strip facing outward, insert the new hard disk drive all the way into the slot.

5. Close the cover, press the release latch downward to engage, and then slide the lock towards the right to secure the cover.

6. Replace the battery pack.

Installing a Secondary Battery Pack or Hard Disk Drive

You can purchase a secondary battery pack or hard disk drive to be installed in the multi-purpose bay.

1. Make sure that system power is off.

2. Open the multi-purpose bay cover by sliding the release latch towards the left.

3. Press upward the release latch ( the existing device out of the bay.

4. With the ribbon strip facing outward, insert the new device all the way into the media bay.

5. Close the multi-purpose bay cover.

) and pull the ribbon strip () to slide



Chapter 5

BIOS Setup Utility is a program for configuring the BIOS (Basic Input/ Output System) settings of the computer. BIOS is a layer of software, called firmware, that translates instructions from other layers of software into instructions that the computer hardware can understand. The BIOS settings are needed by your computer to identify the types of installed devices and establish special features.

This chapter tells you how to use the BIOS Setup Utility.

When and How to Use

You need to run BIOS Setup Utility when:

 You see an error message on the screen requesting you to run BIOS Setup

Utility.

 You want to restore the factory default BIOS settings.

 You want to modify some specific settings according to the hardware.

 You want to modify some specific settings to optimize the system performance.

To run BIOS Setup Utility:

1. Method 1 for Windows 8 models: Open the Charms Bar of Windows. Click Settings

 Change PC Settings  Update and recovery  Recovery. Under Advanced startup, click Restart now. In the boot options menu, click Troubleshoot  Advanced options  UEFI Firmware Settings. Click Restart to restart the system

and enter UEFI (BIOS).

Method 2 for Windows 8 models: Restart the computer using the Restart option in Windows Power menu. Or, perform a full shutdown by holding down Shift while clicking the Shutdown option in Windows Power menu and then start up the computer. In either way, press the F2 key during the brief time period – shortly after the computer powers on but before it begins to load Windows.

For Windows 7 models: Press the F2 key when the prompt appears on the screen during system startup.

2. The BIOS Setup Utility main screen appears.

In general, you can use the arrow keys to move around and + / – keys to change the setup values. Keyboard information can be found at the bottom of the screen.

NOTE: The actual setting items on your model may differ from those described in this chapter.

Menu Descriptions

Information Menu

The Information menu contains the basic configuration information of the system. There are no user-definable items in this menu.

NOTE: The “Asset Tag” information appears when you have entered the asset number for this computer using the asset management

program. The program is provided in the Asset tag folder of the Driver disc.

Main Menu

The Main menu contains the various system settings.

 System Date sets the system date.

 System Time sets the system time.

 Legacy USB Support enables or disables the system’s support for Legacy USB

device in DOS mode.

 CSM Support enables or disables CSM (Compatibility Support Mode). You can

set this item to Yes for backward compatibility with legacy BIOS services. (This item appears only on Windows 8 models.)

 UEFI Boot enables or disables booting using UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware

Interface). UEFI is a new type of firmware after the BIOS firmware. (This item appears only on Windows 8 models.)

 Legacy Boot enables or disables booting using legacy BIOS. This item is

accessible only when the CSM Support item is set to Yes. (This item appears only on Windows 8 models.)

Advanced Menu

The Advanced menu contains the advanced settings.

 CD/DVD Auto Power Control sets if power to the CD/DVD drive is controlled for

energy saving. When set to will not be supplied to the drive when there is no CD/DVD in the drive. When set to

ODD Door

, power will not be supplied to the drive when there is no

CD/DVD in the drive and the protective door of the drive is closed.

 Wake Up Capability specifies events for waking up the system from S3 (Sleep)

state. Any-key Wake Up From S3 allows any key to wake up the system from S3 (Sleep) state. USB Wake-Up From S3 allow a USB device activity to wake up the system from S3 (Sleep) state.

ZPODD

(Zero Power Optical Disc Drive), power

 System Policy sets the system performance. When set to

always runs at full speed. When set to

Balance

Performance

, the CPU

, the CPU speed changes according to the current workload, therefore balancing between performance and power consumption.

 AC Initiation sets if connecting AC power will automatically start or resume the

system.

 SATA Mode set to

AHCI

if your hard disk supports AHCI. AHCI allows you to

take advantage of Advanced Host Controller Interface features. The options are

IDE

and

AHCI

CAUTION: Incorrect SATA mode settings can result in hard disk drive boot failure.

 AMT Configuration configures Active Management Technology parameters.

Intel AMT enables or disables Intel® Active Management Technology BIOS extension execution. AMT allows the system administrator to access an AMT featured computer remotely.

Intel AMT Setup Prompt determines whether the prompt for entering Intel AMT Setup appears or not during POST. If disabled, users cannot enter Intel AMT Setup.

 Virtualization Technology Setup sets Virtualization Technology parameters.

Intel(R) Virtualization Technology enables or disables Intel® VT (Intel Virtualization Technology) feature which provides hardware support for processor virtualization. When enabled, a VMM (Virtual Machine Monitor) can utilize the additional hardware virtualization capabilities provided by this technology. Intel(R) VT for Directed I/O (VT-d) enables or disables VT-d (Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O). When enabled, VT-d helps enhance Intel platforms for efficient virtualization of I/O devices.

 Graphic Setup sets graphics related options.

DVMT Pre-Allocated sets the amount of pre-allocated (fixed) graphics memory for use by the internal graphics device.

NOTE: Graphic Setup parameters apply to the internal graphics device only.

 Button Setup

P1 Function specifies the P1 quick button function. When set to

Blackout

, the P1 quick button allows you to turn off the LCD backlight and LED indicator. When set to launch key. When set to

Quick Btn

, the P1 quick button functions as a user customized quick

Emergency Btn,

the P1 quick button serves as the Emergency button. (“Emergency button” only works with customized applications that support the specific button.)

 Device Configuration enables or disables several hardware components. The

items available for setting depend on your model.

Security Menu

The Security menu contains the security settings, which safeguard your system against unauthorized use.

NOTE:

 You can set the user password only when the supervisor

password has been set.

 If both the administrator and user passwords are set, you

can enter any of them for starting up the system and/or entering BIOS Setup. However, the user password only allows you to view/change the settings of certain items.

 A password setting is applied right after it is confirmed.

To cancel a password, leave the password empty by pressing the Enter key.

 Secure Boot Configuration You can access this item only after setting the

Supervisor Password. (This item appears only on Windows 8 models.) Secure Boot Option enables or disables Secure Boot. Secure Boot is a feature

that helps prevent unauthorized firmware, operating systems, or UEFI drivers from running at boot time.

Reset to Default resets secure boot variables to manufacturing default. Change to Customization changes the platform to setup mode and disables Secure

Boot.

 Set Supervisor/User Password sets the supervisor/user password. You can set

the supervisor/user password to be required for starting up the system and/or entering BIOS Setup.

 Password on Boot allows you to enable or disable the entering of password for

booting up your system.

 Set HDD 0 Password sets the password for locking the Primary Master hard disk

drive. After setting a password, the hard disk drive can only be unlocked by the password no matter where it is installed.

 TPM Setup Menu sets various TPM parameters.

TPM Support enables or disables TPM support. TPM (Trusted Platform Module) is a component on your computer’s mainboard that is specifically designed to enhance platform security by providing a protected space for key operations and other security critical tasks. Change TPM State allows you to select between

Activate

, and

Disable and Deactivate

No Change, Clear, Enable and

Boot Menu

The Boot menu sets the sequence of the devices to be searched for the operating system. (See the information on the right side of the menu for keyboard usage.)

Exit Menu

The Exit menu displays ways of exiting BIOS Setup Utility. After finishing with your settings, you must save and exit so that the changes can take effect.

 Exit Saving Changes saves the changes you have made and exits BIOS Setup

Utility.

 Exit Discarding Changes exits BIOS Setup Utility without saving the changes you

have made.

 Load Setup Defaults loads the factory default values for all the items.

 Discard Changes restores the previous values for all the items.

 Saves Changes saves the changes you have made.

Keys

Functions

F10

Opens the Boot menu where you can specify the device to boot from.

F12

Enables LAN boot.

Ctrl + P

Opens Intel® ME setup (MEBx) menu where you can change the Intel® Management Engine settings for the computer.

NOTE: The MEBx is intended for use by advanced users. Making changes in the MEBx configuration program can cause system problems. The MEBx configuration should only be changed from default settings to address a specific need.

Ctrl + Alt + F1

Enables Intel® vPRO Remote Assistance to allow remote configuration. The actual behavior depends on MEBx settings.

Esc

Switches to text mode for displaying POST messages, useful for maintenance purposes.

Quick BIOS Settings

During POST, you can quickly access specific BIOS settings using the hot keys as described below.

Chapter 6

Getac software includes application programs for specific computer components and utility programs for overall management.

This chapter describes how to use the programs.

G-Manager

G-Manager is a unified user interface utility that allows you to manage and configure the following:

 System

 Battery

 ECO

 Light Sensor

 Antenna

 Monitoring

 GPS Status

Right-click the Getac Utility icon ( ) located on Windows taskbar and select G-Manager.

The G-Manager window appears, containing 7 tabs as described later.

NOTE: Depending on your model, the actual items appearing on the screen may differ from those shown in this manual.

System Tab

The System tab provides system information.

To view specific information, select the component from the list on the left side of the screen. The information of the selected component will be displayed on the right side of the screen.

Battery Tab

The Battery tab allows you to check the battery status and configure the battery.

The battery items shown in the screen depend on your computer model. You may see up to two battery items (Battery 1 and Battery 2). Click a battery item to view the information of the selected battery. Batteries not installed in your computer are grayed-out.

Battery Information

The upper portion of the screen displays the current status of the selected battery.

NOTE:

 If the AC adapter is connected, some information is not

shown.

 When the percentage % Left is less than 10% then the value will

be displayed in red.

 When an abnormal battery condition is detected, the battery

information values will be displayed in red.

Charging Mode

The lower left portion of the screen allows you to select the charging mode.

 Normal Mode – The battery will be fully charged. When remaining charge reaches

below 95%, then charging will start until it is fully charged.

 Economy Mode – This mode helps prolong battery life by charging up to 80%

of its total capacity only. It is highly recommended if you are using AC power most of the time.

Gauge Reset

The lower right portion of the screen contains the battery health bar and provides the battery calibration function.

The health bar shows the batter’s health by percentage. A low percentage indicates poor health and therefore the need to perform a gauge reset to calibrate the battery’s capacity and improve the battery’s performance. The gauge reset process includes

discharging and then fully recharging the battery in two cycles. It can take several hours.

To perform a gauge reset:

1. Connect the AC adapter.

2. Click Start, located next to the health bar

3. In the pop-up dialog box, click Yes to start the process. The window as below

appears displaying the progress bar.

4. Wait till the process is completed. Click Exit when finished.

ECO Tab

The ECO tab allows you to configure ECO modes (or called power profiles).

To put the system into an ECO mode, use the ECO button. (See “Using the Quick Buttons” in Chapter 2 for information.)

ECO Information

The left portion of the screen lists the available power profiles (Quick, Power Saving, and Work). Each profile is a combination of power settings that results in different power consumptions. To change the settings of a profile, select (highlight) the profile name in the list.

Profile Settings

The right portion of the screen displays the settings of the current selected profile. You can set up the following items:

 WWAN, Bluetooth, Touchscreen, and WLAN – can be on or off.

 Power Scheme – can be Balanced, High Performance or Power Saver. The

settings here correspond to the settings in Windows. (See Windows Help for the description to each of the power scheme.)

After changing the settings, click Apply or OK to save the changes. To restore the settings to the default values, click Default.

Light Sensor Tab

The Light Sensor tab allows you to enable automatic keyboard backlight.

To have the keypad backlight automatically turn on in poor lighting environment, click the checkbox Automatic Keyboard Backlit. Click Apply or OK to save the changes.

Antenna Tab

The Antenna tab allows you to set if your system will automatically use the external GPS or WWAN antenna when connected.

Select the checkbox(es) accordingly. Click Apply or OK to save the changes.

Monitoring Tab

The Monitoring tab allows you to configure the monitoring function of G-Manager.

Items to Monitor

The left portion of the screen lists the items. Click the checkbox before an item to include it as a monitored component. Click Apply or OK to save the changes.

NOTE: Different models have different supported monitoring items; non-supported items cannot be selected (grayed out items).

Monitoring Options

The right portion of the screen allows you to set how the monitored items are displayed and how often the monitoring is updated.

 Always On Top – allows the monitoring window to remain on top of your display.

 Monitoring Interval – sets the frequency of updates on the monitoring window

(1/3/5/10/30 seconds or 1/5/30 minutes).

Click Apply or OK to save the changes.

Starting and Stopping the Monitoring

To start monitoring, click START Monitor. The monitoring window similar to the one below appears displaying requested information at specified intervals.

To stop monitoring, click the Close button at the upper right corner of the monitoring window or click Stop Monitor on the Monitoring tab page of G-Manager.

GPS Status Tab

The GPS Status tab shows the GPS status for models having the GPS module.

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