TAG MIL-BOOK 100 Series Operator's Manual

MIL-BOOK 100 SERIES NOTEBOOK

OPERATOR’ S MANUAL

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NOTE

Information in this manual is subject to change without notice.

Regulations Information

Class B Regulations

USA

Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement

NOTE:

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 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/TV technician for help.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Please note:

The use of a non-shielded interface cable with this equipment is prohibited.

Canada

Canadian Department of Communications
Radio Interference Regulations Class B Compliance Notice

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian
Department of Communications.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les
limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe B prescrites dans le Règlement
sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada.

Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC directive (89/336/EEC) and
the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European
Community.

Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms:

l EN50081-1: Electromagnetic compatibility-Generic emission standard

l EN55022: conducted Emission, Radiated Emission

l EN61000-3-2: Current Harmonic

l EN61000-3-3: Voltage Flicker

l EN50082-2: Electromagnetic compatibility-Generic immunity standard

l IEC1000-4-2: Electrostatic Discharge
l IEC1000-4-3: Radiated Susceptibility
l IEC1000-4-4: Electrical Fast Transients
l IEC1000-4-5: Surge Test
l IEC1000-4-6: Conducted Susceptibility
l IEC1000-4-11: Voltage Dip and Interruption

The Products pass C-UL, UL, TUV approved to comply with EN60950 standard.

About the Battery

Caution Texts Concerning Lithium Batteries

DANISH

ADVARSEL!

Lithiumbatteri – Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med
batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren.

NORWEGIAN

ADVARSEL:

Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en
tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til
fabrikantens instruksjoner.

SWEDISH

VARNING:

Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent
typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enligt
fabrikantens instruktion.

FINNISH

VAROITUS:

Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan
valmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden
mukaisesti.

ENGLISH

CAUTION:

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries
according to manufacturer's instructions.

DEUTSCH

VORSICHT:

Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßem Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch
denselben oder einen vom Hersteller empfohlenen gleich-wertigen Typ. Entsorgung
gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers.

FRENCH

ATTENTION:

II y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer
uniquement avec une batterie du même type ou d’un type équivalent recommandé par le
constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du
fabricant.

Attention (for USA Users)

The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is
recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be
illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local
solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.

About the Modem

Caution

1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

2. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed

for wet locations.

3. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has

been disconnected at the network interface.

4. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

5. Avoid using the telephone function during an electrical storm. There may be a

remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

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

Caution (for USA Users)

To reduce the risk of fire, use only No.26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.

Power Supply Cord: (optional) Detachable, minimum 1.5 m long. Listed, rated
minimum 125 V, 7 A, having a 2/18 AWG, type SVT flexible cord. One end terminates
with a parallel blade, molded-on, attachments plug with a 7 A, 125 V (NEMA 1-15P)
configuration; other end terminates with a molded-on appliance coupler.
Alternate: (optional) Detachable, maximum 4.5 m (14.76 ft) long. Listed, rated
minimum 250 V, 6 A, having a 3/18 AWG, type SVT flexible cord. One end terminates
with a Tandem blade, grounding, listed molded-on, attachments plug with a 6 A, 250 V
(NEMA 6-15P) configuration; other end terminates with a molded-on appliance coupler.

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Table of Contents

Preface ..................................................................................v

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

Getting the Computer Running..............................................1-2

Unpacking.......................................................................1-2

Connecting to AC Power .................................................1-2

Opening the Cover...........................................................1-3

Closing the Cover............................................................1-4

Turning On and Off the Computer ...................................1-4

Taking a Look at the Computer.............................................1-5

Right-side Components....................................................1-5

Left-side Components......................................................1-7

Rear Components............................................................1-8

Front Components...........................................................1-9

Top-open Components...................................................1-11

Attaching and Detaching the Computer To/From the Docking

Station ................................................................................1-13

Attching the Docking Station.........................................1-13

Detaching the Computer ................................................1-13

Taking a Look at the Docking Station (option)....................1-14

Right-Side Componts..........................................................1-14

Left-Side Components ........................................................1-15

Rear Components................................................................1-15

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Front Components...............................................................1-16

Bottom-Side Compontents..................................................1-17

Top Compontents................................................................1-18

Chapter 2 Operating Your Computer ...................................2-1

Starting and Stopping the Computer......................................2-2

Starting the Computer......................................................2-2

Stopping the Computer....................................................2-2

Using the Keyboard ..............................................................2-4

Typewriter Keys ..............................................................2-4

Cursor-control Keys.........................................................2-4

Numeric Keypad..............................................................2-5

Euro Symbol....................................................................2-5

Function Keys..................................................................2-5

Fn Key.............................................................................2-6

Hot keys ..........................................................................2-6

Using the Touchpad..............................................................2-8

Configuring the Touchpad ...............................................2-9

Using the Touchscreen (optional)........................................2-10

Configuring the Touchscreen.........................................2-11

Using the Floppy Disk Drive (optional)...............................2-12

Inserting and Ejecting Floppy Disks...............................2-12

Using the Hard Disk Drive..................................................2-14

Using the CD/DVD/COMBO Drive (optional)....................2-15

Inserting and Removing a CD........................................2-16

Using the Video Features....................................................2-17

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Configuring the Display Modes .....................................2-17

Using the Audio Features....................................................2-20

Connecting Audio Devices.............................................2-20

Using the Communication Features.....................................2-21

Using the Modem..........................................................2-21

Using the LAN...............................................................2-21

Chapter 3 Managing Power...................................................3-1

AC and Car Adapter..............................................................3-2

Battery Pack..........................................................................3-3

Charging the Battery Pack................................................3-3

Initializing the Battery Pack.............................................3-4

Checking the Battery Level ..............................................3-4

Replacing the Battery Pack ..............................................3-4

Battery Low Signals and Actions.....................................3-5

Power Management...............................................................3-7

Suspend-to-Disk (Suspend mode) ....................................3-7

Power-Saving Tips................................................................3-9

Chapter 4 Expanding Your Computer..................................4-1

Connecting an External Monitor (optional)............................4-2

Connecting a Parallel Device (optional) ................................4-3

Connecting a Serial Device ...................................................4-4

Connecting a USB Device (USB 2.0) ....................................4-5

Using PC Cards.....................................................................4-6

ZV and CardBus Support.................................................4-6

Inserting and Removing a PC Card..................................4-6

System Memory Upgrade......................................................4-8

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Chapter 5 SCU (Setup Configuration Utility) .......................5-1

When and How to Use the SCU Program..............................5-2

When to Use....................................................................5-2

Starting SCU....................................................................5-2

Moving Around and Making Selections...........................5-4

Main Menu...........................................................................5-5

Advanced Menu....................................................................5-6

Boot Menu ..........................................................................5-10

Exit Menu ...........................................................................5-11

Chapter 6 Installing Software Drivers..................................6-1

How to Use the CD...............................................................6-2

Installing Drivers for Windows 2000.....................................6-5

Installing Drivers for Windows XP .......................................6-6

Chapter 7 Caring for the Computer......................................7-1

Protecting the Computer........................................................7-2

Using the Password .........................................................7-2

Using an Anti-Virus Strategy...........................................7-2

Taking Care of the Computer................................................7-3

Location Guidelines.........................................................7-3

General Guidelines ..........................................................7-3

Cleaning Guidelines.........................................................7-4

Battery Pack Guidelines...................................................7-4

When Traveling....................................................................7-5

Chapter 8 Troubleshooting...................................................8-1

Preliminary Checklist............................................................8-2

Solving Common Problems...................................................8-3

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Battery Problems.............................................................8-4

CD/COMBO Drive Problems (on optional docking station)8-5

Display Problems.............................................................8-5

Floppy Disk Drive Problems (on optional docking station)8-7

Hardware Device Problems..............................................8-8

Hard Disk Drive Problems...............................................8-8

Keyboard, Mouse, and Touchpad Problems .....................8-9

LAN/Wireless LAN Problems.......................................8-10

Modem Problems...........................................................8-10

PC Card Problems .........................................................8-10

Power Management Problems (for Windows)................8-11

Printer Problems (connected through optional docking

station) ..........................................................................8-12

Software Problems.........................................................8-12

Sound Problems.............................................................8-13

Startup Problems ...........................................................8-13

Other Problems..............................................................8-14

Resetting the Computer.......................................................8-15

Appendix A Specifications..................................................A-1

Preface

This manual contains information that will help you operate the
computer. It is divided into 8 chapters and an appendix.

Chapter 1, Getting Started, takes you through the process of setting up

the computer and identifying its external components.

Chapter 2, Operating Your Computer, tells you how to use the

computer’s components and features.

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Chapter 3, Managing Power, provides information on power.
Chapter 4, Expanding Your Computer, provides information on

installing and using peripheral devices.

Chapter 5, SCU (Setup Configuration Utility), describes the SCU

program that configures the computer’s BIOS settings.

Chapter 6, Installing Software Drivers, describes how to install the

drivers and utilities supplied with the computer.

Chapter 7, Caring for the Computer, gives you tips in care and

maintenance.

Chapter 8, Troubleshooting, gives solutions to common problems you

may encounter when using the computer.

Appendix A, Specifications, gives a brief specification of the computer.

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Notational Conventions

Throughout this manual, the following conventions are used to
distinguish elements of text.

NOTE: identifies additional information that requires special attention.

CAUTION: identifies important information which, if not followed, may result in loss of data or

damage to the computer.

Keyboard keys are shown in a bold typeset. For example:

Press Enter to complete.
When keys are joined by a plus sign (+), press the first key, and, while
keeping the first key down, press the remaining keys, finally release all
the keys. When necessary, keys are also shown in graphics.
A title, command, setup item, or button that you can see on the screen is
shown in boldface. A value or an option that you can select for a setup
item is shown in italic. For example:

Select Power Management, set it to Enabled, and then

click the OK button.

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CHAPTER 1

Getting Started

Congratulations on purchasing this industrial notebook computer.
It’s rugged, compact, and portable design allows you to use it in the
field or inside a vehicle and other demanding situations where
conventional notebook computers just cannot measure up. It can also
connect with a docking station to extend the capabilities of input/output
devices.
This chapter first tells you step by step how to get the computer up and
running. You will find instructions for these procedures:

l Unpacking
l Connecting to AC power
l Opening the cover
l Connecting the computer to the docking station
l Turning on the computer
l Turning off the computer

Then, you will find a section briefly introducing the external
components of the computer. And the last section navigates you to the
information you may need after the computer is ready for use.

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Getting the Computer Running

This section guides you through the procedures for getting the
computer ready for operation.

Unpacking

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

l Notebook Computer
l Accessories:

− AC adapter (100~240 VAC, 50~60 Hz)

− AC power cord

− Driver CD

− Docking Station (Optional), include CD-ROM/COMBO & FD

Drive

− Car-mount (Optional)

− Car adapter (12~32 VDC) − (Optional)

− External battery charger − (Optional)

− This Operation Manual

− Touchscreen Pen (Optional)

− 3M High Performance Cloth (Optional)

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.

Connecting 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 first time.

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

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1. Make sure the computer is turned off.

2. Plug the DC cord of the AC adapter to the power connector on the
computer.

NOTE: When the computer is attached to the docking station, connect the DC cord to
the power connector on the docking station instead.

3. Plug the female end of the AC power cord to the AC adapter and the
male end to an electrical outlet.

4. When the AC adapter is connected, the indicator on the computer /
docking station lights up, indicating that power is being supplied from
the electrical outlet to the AC adapter and onto your computer /
docking station. Now, you are ready to turn on the computer.

CAUTION:

l When you disconnect the AC adapter, disconnect from the electrical outlet first and

then from the computer / docking station. A reverse procedure may damage the
AC adapter or the computer / docking station.

l 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 the Cover

CAUTION: Be gentle when opening and closing the cover. Opening it vigorously or
slamming it shut could damage the computer.

Open the top cover by pulling the cover latch (bottom part)
outward using your thumb and at the same time using your index
finger to press on the notch on the top portion, and lifting up the
cover. You can tilt the cover forward or backward for optimal
viewing clarity.

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Closing the Cover

When closing the cover, make sure that the hook is latched properly to
safeguard against the following:

To prevent damage to the LCD screen during transport.
To prevent the computer from accidentally waking up from Suspend mode during

transport without the user’s knowledge.

Turning On and Off the Computer

Turning On

1. Make sure the computer / docking station is connected to AC power.

2. Press the power button.

3. Each time the computer is turned on, it performs a Power-On Self ­ test (POST), and the operating system such as Windows should
start.

Power

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Turning Off

To turn off the computer power, use the “Shut Down” command of
your operating system.

NOTE: There are other ways you can stop the computer so that you will be back to
where you left off when you next turn on the computer. (See “Stopping the Computer”
in Chapter 2 for information.)

CAUTION: If you have to turn the computer on again immediately after turning it off,
wait for at least five seconds. Turning the computer off and on rapidly can damage it.

Taking a Look at the Computer

This section identifies the external components of the computer and
briefly describes the function of each component.

Right-Side Components

Ref Component See Also

n

Device Indicators

Shows the current status of the computer’s
devices.

Battery State Indicator – blinks orange
when battery charge is 9% or lower.

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Ref Component Description See Also

Battery Charge Indicator:
– glows green when the battery is fully
charged.
– Glows orange when the battery is being
charged.
– Is dark when battery has no charge left
and AC adapter is connected and
powered on.

System State Indicator:
– glows green when the computer is
powered on.
– Glows orange when the computer is in
Suspend mode.

AC Power Indicator – glows green when
computer is connected to AC power and is
powered-on.

•

PC Card Slot

Accepts a PC Card for additional
functions.

Ž

RJ-45 Connector Connects the LAN cable.

•

RJ-11 Connector Connects the telephone line.

•

USB Port

Connects an USB device such as printer,
digital camera, joystick and more.

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Left-Side Components

Ref Component Description See Also

Œ

Audio Output
Connector

Connects a hi-fi set, radio set, synthesizer,
walkman, etc.

•

Microphone In
Connector

Connects an external microphone.

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Rear Components

Ref Component Description See Also

Œ

USB Port Each of the two ports connects a USB device,

such as a USB floppy drive, printer, digital
camera, joystick, and more.

•

VGA Port Connects an external monitor.

Ž

Serial Port Connects a serial device, such as mouse.

•

Power
Connector

Connects the AC adapter.

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Front Components

Ref Component Description See Also

Notched H ole

Allows you to hook the computer to the
docking station.

Wireles s
Modem or
GSM Ant enna

Serves as the antenna for the optional
wireless modem or GSM.

T ouchscreen
Pen

Provides a convenient way to use the
touchscreen. Can be stretched for better grip
and handing.

T op C over
La tch

Locks the top cover.

Wireles s L A N
Ant enna

Serves as the antenna for the WLAN. It is built­in the handle .

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Ref Component Description See Also

Œ

Speaker Sends out sound and voice from the computer.

•

Battery
Compartment
Cover

Open the cover to access the battery pack.

Ž

Battery Cover
Latch

Locks the battery compartment.

•

Docking
Connector

Serves as the interface between the docking
station and the computer.

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Top-Open Components

Ref Component Description See Also

LCD Screen

Displays the output of the computer.

Device Indic ators

Shows the current status of the computer’s
devices.

Caps Lock Indicator – glows green when Caps
Lock key is pressed and its function is
activated.

Num Lock Indicator– glows green when Num
Lk key is pressed and its function is activated.

Scroll Lock Indicator – glows green when
Scroll Lk key is pressed and its function is
activated.

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LAN 10/100 Indicator
– glows orange when LAN speed is 10 MBPS
– glows green when LAN speed is 100 MBPS

Hard Disk Drive Indicator (includes Floppy
Disk Drive or CD-ROM Drive In-use
Indicator when computer is connected to
docking station)

Ž

Keyboard Serves as the data input device of the

computer.

•

Touchpad Serves as the pointing device of the computer.

•

Power Button Turns the computer power ON and OFF.

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Attaching and Detaching the Computer To/From the
Docking Station

WARNING: Make sure that the computer is off before connecting it to or
disconnecting it from the docking station to prevent damage to either computer or
docking station.

Attaching the Docking Station

To attach the computer to the docking station:

1. Place the docking station on an upright position with the floppy and

CD drives in front facing you.

Slowly place the computer on top of the docking station slightly
inclined toward the front and carefully align the small rectangular holes
located in front near the edge of the computer to the two small hooks,
also located in the front top edge of the docking station to connect
together.

Press on the back portion to connect the computer to the docking
station.

Detaching the Computer

To detach the computer from the docking station:

2. Place both index and middle fingers firmly on the side locking latch

and press firmly while at the same time using both thumbs to pull up
the rear side of the computer.

3. Slide the computer slightly toward the rear to separate the small

rectangular holes located in front near the edge of the computer
from the two small hooks, also located in the front top edge of the
docking station.

4. Lift the computer away from the docking station.

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Taking a Look at the Docking Station (option)

This section identifies the external components of the docking station
and briefly describes the function of each component.

Right-Side Components

Ref Component Description See Also

Œ

Device
Indicators

Shows the current status of the docking station
and computer’s devices.

AC Power Indicator – glows green when
computer is connected to AC power.

Docking Station Connection Indicator:
– glows green when the computer is properly
connected to the docking station.
– glows orange when the computer is not
connected properly to the docking station.

•

Release Tab Press the Release Tab on both sides and lift up

to release computer from docking station.

Ž

Audio Output
Connector

Connects a Hi-Fi set, radio set, synthesizer,
walkman, etc.

•

Microphone
Connector

Connects an external microphone.

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Left-Side Components

Ref Component Description See Also

n

USB Ports

Each of the two ports connects an USB device
such as printer, digital camera, joystick and
more.

o

Release Tab

Press the Release Tab on both sides and lift up
to release computer from docking station.

Rear Components

NOTE: The I/O ports located on the computer (except USB port) will be disabled
when the docking station is installed.