Winmate M133W User Manual
Winmate M133W
Ultra Rugged Tablet PC
Microsoft
®
Windows
®
10 IoT Enterprise.
Microsoft® Windows® Embedded 8.1 Industry Pro.
Microsoft® Windows® Embedded Standard 7.
Microsoft® Windows® 7 Ultimate/Professional for Embedded Systems.
Product Reference Guide
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Revision
Arthor
Date
Description
1.0
Henry Lee
Sept. 11, 2015
Initial Release
1.1
Henry Lee
Sept. 25, 2015
Update First Time Setup Section
1.2
Henry Lee
Oct. 13, 2015
Add MotoSettings Instruction
1.3
Henry Lee
Oct. 20, 2015
Update First Time Setup Section
1.4
Henry Lee
Jan. 19, 2016
Add Changing the Touchscreen modes
1.5
Henry Lee
Apr. 14, 2016
Add Setting up Windows 10 IoT Enterprise
Add instruction for LED/HF RFID/GPS/Light Sensor
Revision History
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Note
• Display images shown may vary slightly from actual display. Information in this manual is subject to change without
notice.
Copyright © 2015 Winmate Communication Inc. All rights reserved.
No part of this manual may be reproduce, copied, translated, or transmitted in any form or any means, electronic or
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Disclaimer
Winmate Communication Inc. reserves the right to make any product changes without notice, including circuits
and/or software described or contained in this manual in order to improve design and/or performance. Winmate
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or warranties that these products are free from patent, copyright, or mask work right infringement, unless otherwise
specified. Applications that are described in this guide are for illustration purposes only. Winmate Communication
Inc. makes no representation or warranty that such application will be suitable for the specified use without further
testing or modification.
Warranty
Winmate Communication Inc. warrants that each of its products is free from material and workmanship defect for a
period of one year starting from the invoice date. If the customer discovers a defect, Winmate Communication Inc.
will, at its option, repair or replace the defective product at no charge to the customer, provided it is returned during
the warranty period, with transportation charges prepaid. The returned product must be properly packaged in its
original packaging to obtain warranty service.
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CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Read Me First ................................................................................. 1-1
1.1 Safety Information ...................................................................................................... 1-1
1.1.1 Precaution on Battery Pack ........................................................................................................... 1-1
1.1.2 General Product Safety ................................................................................................................. 1-1
1.2 Handling and Maintenance ......................................................................................... 1-2
1.2.1 General Guideline ......................................................................................................................... 1-2
1.2.2 Cleaning Guideline ........................................................................................................................ 1-2
1.2.3 Touchscreen Guideline .................................................................................................................. 1-2
Chapter 2: Getting Started ............................................................................... 2-1
2.1 Unpacking .................................................................................................................. 2-1
2.1.1 Check and identify the supplied accessories: ............................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Description of Parts .................................................................................................... 2-2
2.2.1 Front LED Indicators Detail: .......................................................................................................... 2-3
2.2.2 Front Button Details: ...................................................................................................................... 2-3
2.3 Combination Keys (Keyboard Key Emulation) ............................................................ 2-4
2.4 First-time Operation .................................................................................................... 2-5
2.4.1 Insert SIM Card (for optional 3G/LTE equipped device) ............................................................... 2-5
2.4.2 Insert Battery Pack ........................................................................................................................ 2-6
2.4.3 Remove Battery Pack .................................................................................................................... 2-6
2.5 Using Hot Swappable Battery Feature ....................................................................... 2-6
2.5.1 Perform the following to hot swap the batteries: ........................................................................... 2-6
2.6 Connecting to Power Supply ...................................................................................... 2-7
2.6.1 Perform the following to connect the Tablet computer to AC Power: ............................................ 2-7
2.7 Kickstand Installation .................................................................................................. 2-7
2.8 Turning On / Off .......................................................................................................... 2-8
2.8.1 Turning On ..................................................................................................................................... 2-8
2.8.2 Turning Off (By Windows) ............................................................................................................. 2-8
Chapter 3: Setting up Windows for the First Time ........................................ 3-1
3.1 Setting up Windows 10 IoT Enterprise ....................................................................... 3-1
3.2 Setting up Windows Embedded 8.1 Industry Pro ....................................................... 3-3
3.3 Setting up Windows 7 Ultimate/Professional .............................................................. 3-8
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Chapter 4: Using the Tablet .................................................................................. 4-1
4.1 HotTab Introduction .................................................................................................... 4-1
4.2 Using the physical function keys (Hotkeys) ................................................................ 4-2
4.3 Changing the Touchscreen modes ............................................................................. 4-3
4.4 Using the Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) feature ..................................................................... 4-7
4.5 Using the Wireless WAN feature ................................................................................ 4-7
4.6 Using the GPS feature ............................................................................................... 4-8
4.7 Using the Bluetooth feature ....................................................................................... 4-8
4.8 Turn on/off the LED Indicators ................................................................................... 4-9
4.9 Using the Front and Rear Camera feature ............................................................... 4-10
4.9.1 Description of Camera User Interface Buttons: ........................................................................... 4-11
4.10 Using the Barcode Reader Feature ....................................................................... 4-12
4.10.1 Trigger Setting ........................................................................................................................... 4-13
4.10.2 Settings ...................................................................................................................................... 4-14
4.11 Using the HF RFID Reader feature ........................................................................ 4-17
4.11.1 Trigger Setting............................................................................................................................ 4-18
4.11.2 Settings ...................................................................................................................................... 4-19
4.11.3 RFID Output Setting ................................................................................................................... 4-21
4.12 Turn on/off the GPS Ext. Antenna .......................................................................... 4-22
4.13 Turn on/off Light Sensor ......................................................................................... 4-23
4.14 Setting the 2D Barcode Scanner Symbologies ...................................................... 4-24
4.14.1 Symbologies Default Settings: ................................................................................................... 4-24
4.15 Using the MotoSetting Application to set the Symbologies .................................... 4-28
4.16 Configuring High Resolution Screen Scaling and Setting ...................................... 4-33
4.17 Changing display scaling setting (Recommended) ................................................ 4-34
4.18 Changing screen resolution setting ........................................................................ 4-36
4.19 Using the HotTab Shortcuts (On-screen Software Shortcut) .................................. 4-37
4.20 Accessing the Device Information (HotTab Setting) ............................................... 4-38
4.21 Using Recovery Wizard to Restore Computer ....................................................... 4-39
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 5-1
5.1 Troubleshooting (Basic) ................................ ................................ ............................. 5-1
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Read Me First
1.1 Safety Information
Follow and adhere to all warnings and instructions in this manual. For your safety, please read all safety and
operating instructions before using the product. Keep this manual for future reference.
1.1.1 Precaution on Battery Pack
1. Do Not Expose the Battery Pack to Excessive Heat, or Extreme Heat (Near Fire, in Direct Sunlight for example)
Generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result
2. Do Not Disassemble, Modify, or Insert Sharp Objects Into the Battery Pack.
Electrolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result.
3. Do Not Short the Positive (+) and Negative (-) Terminals of the Battery. Generation of heat, ignition or rupture
may result. When carrying or storing the device, do not place the battery pack together with articles that may
contact electricity.
4. Do Not Apply Shocks to the Battery by Dropping It or Applying Strong Pressure to It. Electrolyte leakage,
generation of heat, ignition or rupture of battery may occur.
5. Do Not Charge the Battery Other Than Methods Those Specified In This Manual. If the battery is not charged
using one of the specified methods, electrolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result.
6. When the Battery Pack Has Deteriorated, Replace It with a New Battery. Continued use of a damaged battery
pack may result in heat generation, ignition or battery rupture.
7. Do Not Use the Battery Pack With Any Other Products. The battery pack is rechargeable and is only designed
for this specific product. If it is used with a product other than the specified product, electrolyte leakage,
generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result.
8. Do Not Use This Product with Battery Other Than the One Specified.
9. Risk of Explosion if Battery is replaced by an Incorrect Type. Dispose of Used Batteries According to the
Instructions.
1.1.2 General Product Safety
1. This product should not be used near water such as bathtubs, sinks, swimming pools, wet basement, etc.
2. Do not block any ventilation openings. Do not place the product against a wall or in an enclosed space as doing
so might impede the flow of cooling air.
3. Do not place the product near any heat sources such as radiators, warm air intakes, stoves or other heatgenerating devices (including amplifiers or other heat producing equipment).
4. Do not disregard the safety that a polarized or grounded connection can provide. A polarized connection consists
of two plugs, one of which is larger than the other. A grounded connection has two blades and a third one that
is grounded. If the main plug provided cannot be inserted into your outlet, consult an electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet.
5. Protect the power cord from being crushed or pinched, particularly in the area of the plugs, any receptacles
used, and the point of exit from the apparatus. Do not break off the ground pin of the power cord.
6. Use only accessories specified by the manufacturer.
7. Use only with its transport carriage, stand, tripod, console or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the
product. When using a carriage, move the carriage assembly with the product carefully to avoid damage from
falling over.
8. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when it is not being used for long periods.
9. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. A technical intervention is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, for example if the power cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen inside the unit, if the product has been exposed to rain or moisture, if it does not operate normally or
if it has been dropped.
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1.2 Handling and Maintenance
Follow and adhere to all warnings and instructions in this manual. For you’re the longevity of the product usage,
please read all operating instructions before using the product. Keep this manual for future reference.
1.2.1 General Guideline
1. Keep the product at least 13 cm (5 inches) away from electrical appliances that can generate a strong magnetic
field such as TV, refrigerator, motor, or a large audio speaker.
2. Do not place heavy objects on top of the tablet computer as this may damage the display.
3. The screen surface can be easily scratched. Use with care. Do not use paper towels to clean the display but use
the included cleaning cloth. Avoid touching it with a pen or pencil.
4. To maximize the life of the backlight in the display, allow backlight to automatically turn off as a result of power
management. Avoid using a screen saver or other software that prevents the power management from working.
1.2.2 Cleaning Guideline
1. Use a soft cloth moistened with water or a non-alkaline detergent to wipe the exterior of the product.
2. Gently wipe the display with a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not use alcohol or detergent on the product.
1.2.3 Touchscreen Guideline
1. Use your finger or the stylus on the display. Using sharp or metallic object may cause scratches and damage the
display, thereby causing errors.
2. Use a soft cloth to remove dirt on the display. The touchscreen surface has a special protective coating that
prevents dirt from sticking to it. Not using a soft cloth may cause damage to the special protective coating on the
touchscreen surface. To clean off hard to remove dirt, blow some steam on the particular area and gently wipe
away using a soft cloth.
3. Do not use excessive force on the display. Avoid placing objects on top of the display as this may cause the
glass to break.
4. When there is a noticeable discrepancy in the operation of the touchscreen function (your touch does not
correlate to the proper location on the screen), recalibrate the touchscreen display.
1.2.4 General Guideline
1. It is recommended to reboot the device when some functions are defect or inactive. If it still can't solve the
problems please contact your dealer or agent.
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When there is a noticeable discrepancy in the operation of the touchscreen function (your touch does not correlate to
the proper location on the screen), recalibrate the touchscreen display.
Congratulations on purchasing this rugged Tablet Computer. The rugged design allows you to use it in harsh outdoor
environments.
This chapter tells you step by step how to get the Tablet Computer up and running. You will find instructions for the
following procedures:
• Unpacking
• Description of Parts
• First Time Operations
• Turning On/Off
2.1 Unpacking
2.1.1 Check and identify the supplied accessories:
Tablet Computer Standard Battery
Power Adapter Power Cord and Plugs
Stylus Kickstand (optional)
VESA Mounting Kit (optional) Shoulder Strap (Optional)
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Item
Description
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Front Camera
2 Megapixel Webcam
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Microphone
Digital Microphones
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Menu Button
HotTab Quick Access
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+/- Buttons
Change be used to control volume
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Fn Buttons
Programmable Function Buttons
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LED Indicators:
Show the current status of the Tablet Computer
RF
Green - WiFi/BT/3G/GPS ON
No light - None of WiFi/BT/3G/GPS is ON
HDD
Green - Harddrive Activity
No light - Harddrive Idling
Battery
Orange – AC adapter is plugged in and charging
Green – AC adapter is plugged in and battery is completely charged
Solid Red - Low battery (<10%)
Blinking Red – Battery is being hot swapped.
Not lit – Battery is in use and more than 10%
Power
Blue – Tablet is ON
No light – Tablet is OFF
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Power Button
Turns on/off tablet
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Speakers
Emit sounds
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Light Sensor
Controls screen brightness
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Touchscreen
Display and input for tablet
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Rear Camera
5 Megapixel Camera with Flash
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Service Window
Access to 2 SSD M.2 slots,1 WWAN mPCIe slot, and Micro Sim Slot.
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Battery
User-replaceable battery
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Battery Lock Latch
Latch to lock the battery once battery is inserted. Not spring-loaded.
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Battery Release Slider
Spring-loaded slider that latches the battery in.
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Kickstand Screw Holes
Screw holes to mount the kickstand onto the tablet
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2.2 Description of Parts
Front
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9 1 2 14 11
8 7 6 5 4 3 8
Rear
16 16
15 12
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Item
Description
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Shoulder Strap D-Ring
Provides loop to mount shoulder strap
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I/O Cover
Protects I/O Ports
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HDMI
HDMI output to external display
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SD Card
Memory card reader port for SD Card
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Audio Jack
(Mic In/Line Out)
Headset or headphone can be connected
(Mic is only supported with 3.5mm 4-pin headset)
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USB 3.0 x 2
2 Ports High Speed USB ports, connects to USB devices such as USB flash
drive, mouse, keyboard, printer, etc.
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RS232 Serial Port
RS232 COM Port interface for serial communication
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Shoulder Strap D-Ring
Provides loop to mount shoulder strap
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I/O Cover
Protects I/O Ports
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Optional I/O Slot
Option of Smart Card Reader or 1D/2D Barcode Scanner
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USB 2.0 x 2
2 Ports High Speed USB ports, connects to USB devices such as USB flash
drive, mouse, keyboard, printer, etc.
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LAN Port
Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 Connector for LAN connection
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Power Jack
DC-IN Power input jack
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Kensington Lock Port
Provides lock access for Kensington Lock.
2.2.1 Front LED Indicators Detail:
Front Button Details:
Left Right
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2.2.2 Docking Connector Detail:
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Buttons
Keystroke
F1
Recovery Menu- See
section 4-3 for more
detail.
Buttons
Keystroke
“+” button & “-” button
Ctrl + Alt + Del
2.3 Combination Keys (Keyboard Key Emulation)
For the physical buttons on the tablet computer, in addition to their dedicated functions detailed in the previous
section, they can also be used to emulate commonly used keyboard key strokes. Under different scenario, a single
physical button or a combination of physical buttons provide different keyboard key strokes, which are specified
below:
Under POST (before Windows boots up): Under Windows:
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Caution
Please make sure the tablet is powered off, before opening up the service window to
insert the SIM card.
2.4 First-time Operation
2.4.1 Insert SIM Card (for optional 3G/LTE equipped device)
The Tablet Computer supports data connection using 3G/LTE SIM cards and fits Micro-SIM card. (Note: 3G/LTE
feature is optional). Perform the following to install the SIM card to your Tablet Computer:
1. Disconnect any cords connected to the tablet computer.
2. Remove the service window in the rear by unscrewing four screws.
3. Remove the screw that is securing the 3G/LTE module.
4. Carefully lift the 3G wireless module up, and be cautious not to damage the connected cable.
5. Make sure the SIM card IC contact patch is faced down, notch is in the direction of insertion (towards right).
6. Insert the 3G SIM card into the slot located near the right side of the service window.
7. Reposition the removed 3G/LTE module screw to secure the 3G/LTE module.
8. Reposition the removed service window screw to secure the service window.
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2.4.2 Insert Battery Pack
To insert the included standard battery pack into the Tablet Computer:
1. Disconect any cords connected to the tablet computer
2. Turn the tablet computer over, back facing up.
3. Locate the Battery Lock Latch and push it to the “Unlocked” position.
4. Locate the Battery Release Slider that is spring-loaded. Pull back and hold.
5. Insert the battery on the connector-pins side first, and then lower the battery into the battery compartment.
Continue to hold the Battery Release Slider before battery is fully inserted.
6. Make sure the battery is completely lowered into the compartment before letting go the Battery Release Slider.
Battery will be flat against the housing once fully inserted
2.4.3 Remove Battery Pack
1. Shut down the tablet computer (or put it to sleep). Discconect any cords connected to the computer.
2. Turn the tablet computer over, back facing up.
3. Locate the Battery Lock Latch and push it to the “Unlocked” position.
4. Locate the Battery Release Slider that is spring-loaded. Pull back and hold.
5. Lift the battery out using the opening on side of battery compartment.
2.5 Using Hot Swappable Battery Feature
The tablet computer supports hot-swapping of batteries, meaning the tablet does not need to be powered off in order
to replace the mainbattery. To support such mechanism, there is a backup battery inside the tablet that is charged up
with the main battery. This backup battery cannot be removed, and needs to have adequate power for hot swapping
of main battery to be done without issue. When the backup battery is fully charged, it can sustain up to 5 minutes of
runtime to allow for battery hot-swapping.
2.5.1 Perform the following to hot swap the batteries:
1. While the tablet is powered on, go to HotTab utility to check on the power level of the Backup battery.
2. If the Backup battery level is at “Low”, please charge the tablet with AC Power until the Backup battery level is at
“Medium” or “High”, and do not remove the main battery.
3. If the Backup battery level is at “Medium” or “High”, remove the main battery.
4. Insert a new charged battery into the battery compartment.
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Caution
Use only the AC adapter included with your Tablet Computer. Using other AC
adapters may damage the Tablet Computer and the Battery.
2.6 Connecting to Power Supply
The Tablet Computer operates either on external AC power or internal battery power. It is recommended to use AC
power when you start up the Tablet Computer for the first time.
2.6.1 Perform the following to connect the Tablet computer to AC Power:
1. On the side of the Tablet computer, lift the I/O protective cover by pulling on the latch
2. Plug the DC cord of the AC adapter into the Power Jack of the tablet computer.
3. Plug the AC power cord into the AC adapter.
4. Finally, Plug the AC power cord into the electrical outlet.
When the AC Adapter is connected, the battery pack starts charging. The battery LED indicator on the tablet
computer would show different states. Please refer to description of LED indicator on Description of Parts.1.
2.7 Kickstand Installation
1. Turn the tablet computer over, so the back of the device is facing up.
2. Place the kickstand bracket with the screw holes in a line. (as the picture above)
3. Put the bracket cover on top of the kickstand screw holes.
4. Fasten all four screws on the bracket cover.
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• Do not press the power switch repeatedly.
Note
Note
• Forced Power Off:
• In case OS is irresponsible, it may need to be forcibly turned off by holding the power switch.
• The computer will forcibly be turned off if the power switch is pressed and held for six seconds or longer.
2.8 Turning On / Off
2.8.1 Turning On
Press and hold the power switch for 3 seconds until the blue LED power indicator light lid up.
2.8.2 Turning Off (By Windows)
Perform the following procedure to shutdown the Tablet Computer:
1. Make sure you have closed any programs that are open on the Desktop. Start Screen apps don’t need to be
closed.
2. Open the Charms Bar by swiping your finger from the far right of the screen towards the middle of the screen.
3. Tab on the Settings charm.
4. Tab on Power.
5. Tab on Shut Down.
6. Wait for Tablet Computer to power off.
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Setting up Windows for the First Time
This section details how to setup different version of the Windows that may be installed on the tablet for the first time.
3.1 Setting up Windows 10 IoT Enterprise
Follow the steps below to complete the setup process.
1. Press the power button to turn on the computer.
2. First, select your country/region, your preferred app language, your preferred keyboard layout, and your time
zone, then tap Next.
3. On the Here’s the legal stuff screen, read through the disclosures, then tap Accept.
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4. Windows will then try to connect to network. Tap Skip this step to continue without a wireless connection as you
can then set up the network later.
5. On the Get going fast screen, click Use Express settings for the fastest setup. If you would like more
information, tap Learn more, or if you would like to select your own options, click Customize settings.
6. To create a local account, type your User name, password, and Password hint in the fields provided, then tap
Next.
7. The initial setup screens are complete, and the desktop is displayed.
8. Read any introductory screens describing features of your computer, and tap Next upon completing each. You
are now done with the initial setup process.
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• The Windows Product Key for this version of Windows has been pre-installed with the system, so the
user will not need to enter the Product Key when using the tablet for the first time.
3.2 Setting up Windows Embedded 8.1 Industry Pro
Follow the steps below to complete the setup process.
1. Press the power button to turn on the computer.
2. CheckI accept the license terms for using Windowsto accept the terms, and then click or tapAccept.
3. On the Personalize screen, choose a color you like – you can always change this later from the Start screen.
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4. In thePC namefield, type a name for your computer, and then click or tapNext.
5. On theSettings pagescreen, choose Use express settings for the fastest setup.
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6. Windows will then try to connect to network. Ignore attempt to connect to internet as you do not need internet
connection to finish setup your pc.
7. On Your account screen, type your username and password to create a local account,
and then click or tapFinish.
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8. Windows may take some time to finalize your settings.
9. On theWindows Sign-inscreen, enter the user name and password that you set up earlier, and then pressEnter.
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