Installing Applications; Preparation; Package File Installation - Honeywell MX8 User Manual

1. Configure the radio.
2. Enter the name of the computer to which you want to connect. If needed, enter the port number at the end of the
computer name (remotecomputername:portnumber).
3. Enter the user name, password and domain.
4. Tap the Save password checkbox if it is blank.
5. Tap Connect to complete the connection and save the password.
6. Select Disconnect from Remote Desktop connection.
7. Create a folder titled Startup under the System folder.
8. Copy Remote.exe from the Windows folder to the \System\Startup folder just created.
9. Select Start > Settings > System > MX8WM Options and check Remote Desktop Autologon.
10. Select OK and yes to reboot.
11. Result: The unit will boot into the Remote Desktop Connection.

Installing Applications

Applications can be installed on the MX8 from CAB files or package files.
Package files have some unique characteristics:
• Package files patch the operating system so they become non-volatile. Even a Clean Boot does not remove the programs.
• CAB files are (re)installed after a cold boot, but not after a suspend/resume since the OS was not reset during a suspend/
resume and the CAB files are still in use.
• Packages can contain registry settings which are installed at setup, similar to a CAB file.
• Package files cannot be uninstalled, reinstalled or reverted to an earlier version.
• Packages can be digitally signed.
• A super package file can be created containing multiple package files. Because the MX8 must reboot after every package
installation, a super package may make the installation faster.
• Package files have a .PKG extension, super package files have a .PKS extension.
• The MX8 must be connected to AC power to install a package or super package file.
An unsigned executable (CAB or package file) prompts the user when executed:
The program is from an unknown publisher. Running it can possibly harm your device. Do you want to continue?
If you trust the program, tap Yes. Otherwise tap No.

Preparation

Package files can be copied to the MX8 using ActiveSync or they can be installed from the Mini SD card.

Package File Installation

The MX8 must be connected to external AC power. IMPORTANT – Because the package file installation actually rewrites
portions of the operating system, it is important that the AC power is not interrupted during package file installation. If power
is interrupted, the operating system may be damaged, requiring the MX8 to be returned to Honeywellfor repair.
1. Use File Explorer to browse to the location of the package file.
2. Tap the package file. Note that by default the file extension is hidden. The package file can be either a single package
file or a super package file.
3. The installation process begins.
5 - 10