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  • Page 3 Preface Notice The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice. Information contained herein is for reference only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the manufacturer or any subsequent vendor. They assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this publication nor are they in anyway responsible for any loss or damage resulting from the use (or misuse) of this publication.

  • Page 4: Erp Off Mode Power Consumption Statement

    Preface R&TTE Directive This device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the R&TTE Direc- tive 1999/5/EC. This device will be sold in the following EEA countries: Austria, Italy, Belgium, Liechtenstein, Denmark, Lux- embourg, Finland, Netherlands, France, Norway, Germany, Portugal, Greece, Spain, Iceland, Sweden, Ireland, United Kingdom, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Slovakia, Poland, Slov- enia.
  • Page 5 Preface CE Marking This device has been tested to and conforms to the regulatory requirements of the European Union and has at- tained CE Marking. The CE Mark is a conformity marking consisting of the letters “CE”. The CE Mark applies to products regulated by certain European health, safety and environmental protection legislation.

  • Page 6: Fcc Statement

    Preface FCC Statement (Federal Communications Commission) You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 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.

  • Page 7: Fcc Rf Radiation Exposure Statement

    Preface FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.

  • Page 8: Important Safety Instructions

    Preface IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Follow basic safety precautions, including those listed below, to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons when using any electrical equipment: Do not use this product near water, for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

  • Page 9: Instructions For Care And Operation

    Preface Instructions for Care and Operation The notebook computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions: Don’t drop it, or expose it to shock. If the computer falls, the case and the components could be damaged. Do not expose the computer Do not place it on an unstable Do not place anything heavy...
  • Page 10 Preface Avoid interference. Keep the computer away from high capacity transformers, electric motors, and other strong magnetic fields. These can hinder proper performance and damage your data. Follow the proper working procedures for the computer. Shut the computer down properly and don’t forget to save your work.

  • Page 11: Servicing

    Preface Servicing Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Doing so may violate your warranty and may expose you and the computer to electric shock. Refer all servicing to authorized service personnel. Unplug the computer from the power supply. Then refer servicing to qualified service personnel under any of the following conditions: •...

  • Page 12: Power Safety

    Preface Power Safety The computer has specific power requirements:  • Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer. • Your AC/DC adapter may be designed for international travel but it still requires a Power Safety Warning steady, uninterrupted power supply.

  • Page 13: Polymer Battery Precautions

    Preface Polymer Battery Precautions Note the following information which is specific to polymer batteries only, and where applicable, this overrides the general battery precaution information overleaf. • Polymer batteries may experience a slight expansion or swelling, however this is part of the battery’s safety mecha- nism and is not a cause for concern.

  • Page 14: General Battery Precautions

    Preface General Battery Precautions • Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery type may explode, leak or damage the computer. • Do not remove any batteries from the computer while it is powered on. • Do not continue to use a battery that has been dropped, or that appears damaged (e.g. bent or twisted) in any way. Even if the computer continues to work with a damaged battery in place, it may cause circuit damage, which may possibly result in fire.

  • Page 15: Cleaning

    Preface Cleaning Do not apply cleaner directly to the computer; use a soft clean cloth. Do not use volatile (petroleum distillates) or abrasive cleaners on any part of the computer. Travel Considerations As you get ready for your trip, run through this list to make sure the system is ready to go: Check that the battery pack and any spares are fully charged.
  • Page 16 Preface Packing As you get ready for your trip, run through this list to make sure the system is ready to go: Check that the battery pack and any spares are fully charged. Power off the computer and peripherals. Close the display panel and make sure it’s latched. Disconnect the AC/DC adapter and cables.
  • Page 17 Preface On the Road In addition to the general safety and maintenance suggestions in this preface, and Chapter 8: Troubleshooting, keep these points in mind: Hand-carry the notebook - For security, don’t let it out of your sight. In some areas, computer theft is very common.
  • Page 18 Preface Developing Good Work Habits Developing good work habits is important if you need to work in front of the computer for long periods of time. Improper work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or other joints.

  • Page 19: Lcd Screen Care

    Preface Lighting Proper lighting and comfortable display viewing angle can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue in your neck and shoulders. • Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting or outside sources of light. • Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness and contrast to levels that allow you to see the screen clearly. •...
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  • Page 21: Table Of Contents

    Preface Contents Notice ................................I ErP Off Mode Power Consumption Statement: ................... II FCC Statement ............................IV FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: ..................... V Instructions for Care and Operation ......................VII Servicing ..............................IX Power Safety ..............................X Polymer Battery Precautions ........................XI General Battery Precautions ........................XII Cleaning ..............................
  • Page 22 Preface LED Indicators ............................1-7 Keyboard ..............................1-8 Keyboard Shortcuts ...........................1-9 Keyboard Application Settings ........................1-10 Function/Hot Key Indicators ........................1-11 Control Center ............................1-12 System Map: Front & Docked Views ......................1-13 System Map: Left View ...........................1-14 System Map: Right & Rear Views ......................1-15 System Map: Bottom View ........................1-17 3G/4G Module USIM Card Installation ....................1-18 Inserting the Battery ..........................1-19 Docking Port ............................1-20...
  • Page 23 Preface Features & Components Overview ..............................2-1 Hard Disk Drive/Solid State Drive ......................2-2 Optical (CD/DVD) Device ........................2-3 Loading Discs ............................2-3 Handling CDs or DVDs ..........................2-4 DVD Regional Codes ..........................2-5 Multi-In-1 Card Reader ..........................2-6 ExpressCard Slot ............................2-7 Inserting and Removing ExpressCards ......................2-7 Smart Card Reader .............................2-7 Touchpad and Buttons/Mouse ........................2-8 Touchpad Sensitivity ..........................2-9...
  • Page 24 Preface Battery ................................3-2 Turning On the Computer ..........................3-3 Shutting the Computer Down ........................3-4 Power Plans ...............................3-5 Power-Saving States ..........................3-7 Sleep ................................3-7 Hibernate ..............................3-8 Shut down ..............................3-8 Configuring the Power Buttons .........................3-9 Resuming Operation ..........................3-11 Power Conservation Modes ........................3-12 Settings Menu Power Controls ........................3-14 Battery Information ..........................3-17 Battery Power ............................3-17 Conserving Battery Power ........................3-18...
  • Page 25 Preface Drivers & Utilities What to Install ............................4-1 Module Driver Installation ........................4-1 Driver Installation ............................4-2 Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers ....................4-5 User Account Control ..........................4-6 Windows Security Message ........................4-6 New Hardware Found ..........................4-6 Driver Installation Procedure ........................4-7 Chipset ...............................4-7 Video (VGA) .............................4-7 LAN ................................4-7 CardReader ..............................4-7 Touchpad ..............................4-7...
  • Page 26 Preface The Setup Utility ............................5-2 Failing the POST ............................5-3 Fatal Errors ..............................5-3 Non-Fatal Errors ............................5-3 Setup Screens .............................5-4 Main Menu ..............................5-5 System Time & Date (Main Menu) ......................5-5 SATA Port # (Main Menu) ........................5-6 OffBoard SATA/NVme Controller Configuration (Main Menu) .............5-6 CPU/ ME FW Version / System/ Extended Memory: (Main Menu) ............5-6 MB Series / BIOS Revision / KBC/EC firmware Revision / Mac Address (Main Menu) ......5-6 Advanced Menu ............................5-7...
  • Page 27 Preface Power On Boot Beep (Advanced Menu) ....................5-11 Battery Low Alarm Beep (Advanced Menu) ...................5-11 Security Menu ............................5-12 Set Supervisor Password (Security Menu) ....................5-12 Set User Password (Security Menu) ......................5-13 Password on boot (Security Menu) ......................5-13 Secure Boot Support (Security Menu) .....................5-14 TPM Configuration (Security Menu) ......................5-15 Boot Menu ...............................5-16 Boot Option Priorities (Boot Menu) ......................5-17...
  • Page 28 Preface Bluetooth Configuration in Windows ......................6-10 To Make your Computer Discoverable to Bluetooth Devices ..............6-12 Fingerprint Reader Module ........................6-13 Fingerprint Reader Driver Installation .....................6-14 Fingerprint Module Configuration ......................6-15 Intel® Software Guard Extensions ......................6-17 Intel SGX Driver Installation ........................6-17 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology ......................6-18 IRST Driver Installation ..........................6-18 Intel®...
  • Page 29 Preface Troubleshooting Overview ..............................7-1 Basic Hints and Tips ..........................7-2 Backup and General Maintenance ......................7-3 Viruses ...............................7-4 Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software ..................7-5 Problems and Possible Solutions .......................7-7 Interface (Ports & Jacks) Overview ..............................A-1 Notebook Ports and Jacks .........................A-2 Control Center Overview ..............................B-1 Video Driver Controls Video Driver Installation ..........................C-1...
  • Page 30 Preface You can configure attached displays from Project.................C-18 Configuring an External Display In Windows ..................C-19 HDMI Audio Configuration ........................C-22 Wireless Display .............................C-25 Wireless Display Configuration ......................C-26 Specifications Processors ..............................D-2 Core Logic ..............................D-2 Display ..............................D-2 Memory ..............................D-2 Video .................................D-2 Storage ..............................D-2 Audio ................................D-2 Keyboard &...
  • Page 31 Preface Operating System ............................D-4 BIOS .................................D-4 Power Management ..........................D-4 Indicators ..............................D-4 Environmental Spec ..........................D-4 Dimensions & Weight ..........................D-4 Docking Station Guide Overview ..............................E-1 Compatibility ............................E-1 Computer and Docking Station ........................ E-2 Docked System Power ..........................E-2 System Map: Front View .......................... E-3 System Map: Rear View ...........................
  • Page 32 Preface Multiple Displays ............................ E-23 BIOS Controls - USB ports, Card Reader, Smart Card & ExpressCard ..........E-23 One Button Hard Disk Backup ....................... E-24 Backup Procedure ........................... E-25 System Image Backup ..........................E-27 System Image Recovery ......................... E-29 File History Backup ..........................E-31 Restoring Files from File History Backup ....................

  • Page 33: Quick Start Guide Overview

    Quick Start Guide Chapter 1: Quick Start Guide Overview This Quick Start Guide is a brief introduction to the basic features of your computer, to navigating around the computer and to getting your system started. The remainder of the manual covers the following: •...

  • Page 34: Advanced Users

    Quick Start Guide Advanced Users If you are an advanced user you may skip over most of this Quick Start Guide. However you may find it useful to refer to “What to Install” on page 4 - 1 “BIOS Utilities” on page 5 - 1 in the reminder of the User’s Manual.

  • Page 35: Not Included

    Quick Start Guide Not Included Operating Systems (e.g. Windows 10) and applications (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet and database pro- grams) have their own manuals, so please consult the appropriate manuals.  Drivers If you are installing new system software, or are re-configuring your computer for a different system, you will need to install the drivers listed in “Drivers &...

  • Page 36: System Startup

    Quick Start Guide System Startup Remove all packing materials, and place the computer on a stable surface. Securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the notebook (e.g. keyboard and mouse) to their ports. Attach the AC/DC adapter to the DC-In jack on the left of the computer, then plug the AC power cord into an outlet, and connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter (make sure you use the adapter when first setting up the computer, as to safeguard the computer during shipping the battery will be locked to not power the system until first connected to the AC/DC adapter).

  • Page 37: System Software

    Quick Start Guide System Software Your computer may already come with system software pre-installed. Where this is not the case, or where you are re-configuring your computer for a different system, you will find the Windows 10 (64-bit) operating system is supported.

  • Page 38: System Map: Lcd Panel Open

    Quick Start Guide System Map: LCD Panel Open Figure 1 - 2 LCD Panel Open  Built-In PC Camera Wireless Device (Optional) Operation Aboard PC Camera LED Aircraft Built-In Microphone The use of any portable Power Button electronic transmission Keyboard devices aboard aircraft is Touchpad &...

  • Page 39: Led Indicators

    Quick Start Guide LED Indicators The LED indicators on the computer display helpful information about the current status of the computer. Icon Color Description Icon Color Description Orange DC Power is Plugged In White Power Button The Powered USB Port is On* (System Off) White Hard Disk Activity Blinking Orange...

  • Page 40: Keyboard

    Quick Start Guide Keyboard  The keyboard has an embedded numerical keypad for easy numeric data input, and Other Keyboards features function keys to allow you to change operational features instantly. See Table 1 - 3, on page 1 - 11 for full function key combination details.

  • Page 41: Keyboard Shortcuts

    Quick Start Guide Keyboard Shortcuts  The following Windows Logo Key (Winkey) keyboard shortcuts are useful for navi- gation/operation in Windows 10. Windows Logo Keyboard Shortcut Windows Logo Description Use the Windows logo Key + + D key com- bination to switch be- Tap Winkey Toggle the Start menu tween the Start screen...

  • Page 42: Keyboard Application Settings

    Quick Start Guide Keyboard Application Settings (Factory Option) If your computer includes an illuminated keyboard (Factory Option), you will need to install the keyboard Con- trol Center application driver (see “Control Center” on page 4 - 8) and you can then select the type of keyboard as appropriate for your model’s configuration (you can only select keyboards supported by your system).

  • Page 43: Function/Hot Key Indicators

    Quick Start Guide Function/Hot Key Indicators Keys Function Keys Function Play/Pause (in Audio/Video Programs) PC Camera Power Toggle Fn + Fn + Fn + Fn + TouchPad Toggle Airplane Mode Toggle Turn LCD Backlight Off Fn + Sleep Toggle Fn + (Press a key to or use TouchPad to turn on) Fn + Mute Toggle...

  • Page 44: Control Center

    Quick Start Guide Control Center When in the Windows Desktop application (not in the Start screen) press the Fn + Esc key combination, or double-click the icon in the notification area of the taskbar to toggle the Control Center on/off. The Con- trol Center gives quick access to frequently used controls and enables you to quickly turn the camera/Touch Pad on/off.

  • Page 45: System Map: Front & Docked Views

    Quick Start Guide System Map: Front & Docked Views Figure 1 - 6 Front & Docked Views (with Optional Docking Station) LED Indicators Docking Station (Optional)  Docking  If your purchase includes the docking station, open Docking Port Cover the docking port cover latch and align the computer with Make sure you keep the docking cover closed when the computer is not docked in the sta-...

  • Page 46: System Map: Left View

    Quick Start Guide System Map: Left View Figure 1 - 7 Left View DC-In Jack External Monitor Port RJ-45 LAN Jack   1 * Powered USB 3.0 Port External Monitor Port & RJ-45 Multi-In-1 Push-Push Card Reader 2 * USB 3.0 Ports LAN Jack HDMI Out Port The card reader allows you to use the most pop-...

  • Page 47: System Map: Right & Rear Views

    Quick Start Guide System Map: Right & Rear Views Figure 1 - 8 Right & Rear Views 1 * USB 2.0 Port Microphone-In Jack 2-in-1 Audio Jack (Headphone Out/ S/PDIF Out Jack) Optical Device Drive Bay (for  DVD Device) Security Lock Slot USB 2.0 or 3.0 Ports Smart Card...
  • Page 48 Quick Start Guide   Changing DVD Regional Codes Disk Eject Warning Go to the Control Panel and double-click Device Man- Don’t try to eject a CD/DVD while the system is ac- ager (Hardware and Sound), then click the + next to cessing it.

  • Page 49: System Map: Bottom View

    Quick Start Guide System Map: Bottom View Figure 1 - 9 Bottom View  Battery Docking Port Fan Intake/Vent The CPU is not a user Component Bay serviceable part. Cover Overheating Speakers To prevent your com- puter from overheating make sure nothing blocks the Vent/Fan In-...

  • Page 50: 3G/4G Module Usim Card Installation

    Quick Start Guide 3G/4G Module USIM Card Installation If you have included an optional 3G/4G module in your purchase option, follow the instructions below to install the USIM card (which will be provided by your service provider). Turn off the computer, and turn it over and then remove the battery (slide latch in the direction indicated below, then slide hold latch in place and slide the battery out in the direction of arrow...

  • Page 51: Inserting The Battery

    Quick Start Guide Inserting the Battery Turn the computer off, and turn it over. Slide the battery into the compartment in the direction of the arrow Slide the latches in the direction of the arrows to lock the battery. 9 Cell Battery 6 Cell Battery Figure 1 - 11 - Battery Insertion Inserting the Battery 1 - 19...

  • Page 52: Docking Port

    Quick Start Guide Docking Port Follow the instructions below before connecting the computer to the docking station, if included in your pur- chase configuration. Failure to open the cover of the docking port before connecting the computer to the docking station may result in irreparable damage to the connector on the docking station.

  • Page 53: Windows 10 Start Menu

    Quick Start Guide Windows 10 Start Menu Most of the apps, control panels, utilities and programs within Windows 10 can be accessed from the Start Menu by clicking the icon in the taskbar in the lower left corner of the screen (or by pressing the Windows Logo Key on the keyboard).

  • Page 54: Right-Clicking The Windows Logo In Start Menu

    Quick Start Guide Right-Clicking the Windows Logo In Start Menu Right-click the Start Menu icon (or use the Windows Logo Key + X key combination) to bring up an advanced Context Menu of useful features such as Control Panel, Programs and Features, Power Options, Task Manager, Search, File Explorer, Command Prompt, Device Manager and Network Connections etc.

  • Page 55: Start Menu Apps & Tiles

    Quick Start Guide Start Menu Apps & Tiles The Windows 10 Start Menu will contain a number of apps, and many more will be installed as you add more applications etc. Not all of these apps can fit on the screen so may need click and drag the handles at the edge of the screen to expand the menu in order to view all the apps (you can use the scroll bar to move up and down the screen).
  • Page 56 Quick Start Guide Pining/Unpinning Apps & Programs to/from the Start Menu To make things easy to find you can add and remove tiles for apps and programs to the Start Menu. Right-Click on a program’s icon and select Pin to Start from the drop-down menu. To remove an app or program from the Start Menu right-click the icon and select Unpin from Start.

  • Page 57: Windows 10 Control Panel

    Quick Start Guide Windows 10 Control Panel In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Panel. The Control Panel can be accessed in a number of ways in Windows 10. • Right-click the Start Menu icon in the taskbar in the lower left corner of the screen and select Control Panel from the menu.

  • Page 58: Settings

    Quick Start Guide Settings The Settings item in the Start Menu (and also as an App) gives you quick access to a number of system settings control panels allowing you to adjust settings for System, Devices, Network & internet, Personalization, Ac- counts, Time &...

  • Page 59: Windows 10 Taskbar

    Quick Start Guide Windows 10 Taskbar In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to access the notification area of the task- bar. The notification area of the taskbar in the bottom right of the screen. Some of the Control Panels and appli- cations referred to throughout the course of this manual can be accessed from here.

  • Page 60: Video Features

    Quick Start Guide Video Features You can switch display devices, and configure display options, from the Display control panel (in Appearance and Personalization). Click Adjust resolution to make changes to the appearance of the display and to detect and configure any attached displays. In Windows 10 it is possible to quickly configure external displays from the Project menu ( press the Windows logo key on your keyboard and the P key).
  • Page 61 Quick Start Guide To access Display (Control Panel) and Screen Resolution in Windows: Go to the Control Panel. Click Display (icon) and Adjust Resolution - In the Appearance and Personalization category. Make and changes required from the Display, Resolution, Orientation or Multiple display menus. Click Apply to save the settings.
  • Page 62 Quick Start Guide Display Settings: You can quickly adjust the display by right-clicking the desktop and selecting Display Settings (Figure 1 - 22). Adjust the settings using the sliders in the menu or click Advanced display settings (Figure 1 - 22) to change resolution.
  • Page 63 Quick Start Guide To access the Intel(R) HD Graphics Control Panel: Click Advanced settings (Figure 1 - 21 on page 1 - 29) in the Screen Resolution control panel in Win- dows. Click the Intel(R)... tab and click Graphics Properties (button) (below).

  • Page 64: Power Options

    Quick Start Guide Power Options Power Options (Hardware and Sound) can be accessed from the Control Panel. The Power button item in Start Menu (or the context menu) may be used to Shut down or Restart (you can also add Hibernate/Sleep to the menu - see page 33).
  • Page 65 Quick Start Guide You can also use the context menu (right-click the Start Menu icon or press the Windows logo + X key combination) to Sign out, Sleep, Hibernate, Shut down, and Restart.  Adding Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Men Go to the Power Options (Hardware and Sound) control panel.
  • Page 66 Quick Start Guide Minimum Screen Resolution Settings Windows 10 has minimum screen resolution requirements. Right-click a blank area of the Desktop and select Screen Resolution (or go to the Display control panel). Adjust the Resolution to make sure that it is at least 1024 * 768, although preferably 1366 * 768 or above. Figure 1 - 26 - Screen Resolution 1 - 34 Power Options...

  • Page 67: Features & Components Overview

    Features & Components Chapter 2: Features & Components  Overview External Optical (CD/DVD) Device Read this chapter to learn more about the following main features and components Drives of the computer: To install applications and drivers etc. you will • Hard Disk Drive/Solid State Drive need to attach an exter- •...

  • Page 68: Hard Disk Drive/Solid State Drive

    Features & Components Hard Disk Drive/Solid State Drive  The hard disk drive (or Solid State Drive) is used to store your data in the computer. Bottom Cover The hard disk can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" serial (SATA) hard disk Removal Warning drives with a height of 9.5mm/7mm (see “Storage”...

  • Page 69: Optical (Cd/Dvd) Device

    Features & Components Optical (CD/DVD) Device  There is a bay for a 5.25" optical (CD/DVD) device (12.7mm height). The actual de- Sound Volume vice will depend on the module you purchased (see “Storage” on page D - 2). The Adjustment optical device is usually labeled “Drive D:”...

  • Page 70: Handling Cds Or Dvds

    Features & Components Handling CDs or DVDs  Proper handling of your CDs/DVDs will prevent them from being damaged. Please follow the advice below to make sure that the data stored on your CDs/DVDs can be CD Emergency Eject accessed. If you need to manually eject a CD (e.g.

  • Page 71: Dvd Regional Codes

    Features & Components DVD Regional Codes  To change the DVD regional codes: DVD Region Note Go to the Control Panel Double-click Device Manager (Hardware and Sound), then click the + next to DVD region detection is DVD/CD-ROM drives. device dependent, not Double-click on the DVD-ROM device to bring up the Properties dialog box, and OS-dependent.

  • Page 72: Multi-In-1 Card Reader

    Features & Components Multi-In-1 Card Reader  The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards. Push the Push-Push Card card into the slot and it will appear as a removable device, and can be accessed in Reader the same way as your hard disk (s).

  • Page 73: Expresscard Slot

    Features & Components ExpressCard Slot The computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/34/54 slot that reads Express Card/ 34 and ExpressCard/54 formats. ExpressCards are the successors to PCMCIA (PC Cards). Make sure you install the Card Reader driver (see “CardReader” on page 4 ExpressCard/54 is used for applications which require a larger interface slot, e.g.

  • Page 74: Smart Card Reader

    Features & Components Smart Card Reader  The Smart Card reader reads pocket-sized Smart Cards, chip cards, or integrated cir- Smart Card Driver cuit cards (ICC) with embedded integrated circuits. Smart Cards can be used for se- curity identification, authentication, data storage and application processing within Smart Cards usually re- large organizations.

  • Page 75: Touchpad And Buttons/Mouse

    Features & Components Touchpad and Buttons/Mouse  The Touchpad is an alternative to the mouse; however, you can also add a mouse to Touchpad Active your computer through one of the USB ports. The Touchpad buttons function in Areas much the same way as a two-button mouse. Note that the pointing active area is clearly Touchpad Sensitivity...

  • Page 76: Touchpad Configuration

    Features & Components Touchpad Configuration  Once you have installed the TouchPad driver (see “Touchpad” on page 4 - 7) you can configure the functions from the Mouse control panel in Windows, or by double- TouchPad Scrolling clicking the TouchPad driver icon in the notification area of the taskbar in the This computer model se- Desktop app.

  • Page 77: Gestures And Device Settings

    Features & Components Gestures and Device Settings  The Synaptics Gestures Suite application allows you to use a specific gesture (ac- tion) on the surface of the Touchpad to perform specific actions to manipulate doc- Show Video uments, objects and applications. You can get a clearer view of the gestures in- You can configure the settings from the Device Settings tab in Mouse Properties:...
  • Page 78 Features & Components Disabling the Touchpad If you need to disable the Touchpad for any reason (e.g. you may find that when us- ing the computer’s internal keyboard you accidentally trigger the Touchpad when resting your wrists or palms on it) you can do so by using Fn + F1 key combination. You can also set the system to automatically disable the internal Touchpad when an external USB point device (e.g a USB mouse) is attached.
  • Page 79 Features & Components ™ PalmCheck  The PalmCheck™ feature (Device Settings > Settings > Pointing > Sensitivity) helps prevent operating the Clickpad/Touchpad by accident, by recognizing when PalmCheck™ your palm is resting on it or brushing its surface while you are typing. order improve Clickpad/Touchpad...
  • Page 80 Features & Components Scrolling The Two-Finger scrolling feature works in most scrollable windows and allows you to scroll horizontally and vertically. Place two fingers, slightly separated, on the TouchPad surface and slide both fingers in the direction required (in a straight con- tinuous motion).
  • Page 81 Features & Components Rotating Use the Pivot Rotate gesture to rotate objects (e.g. photos) in 90 degree increments. Place a finger down on the left “target” zone and keep it stationary. Place another finger near the middle of the TouchPad and slide it in a circular motion around the stationary finger (clockwise or counterclockwise) to rotate the object.

  • Page 82: Audio Features

    Features & Components Audio Features  You can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sound control Volume Adjustment panel in Windows, or from the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon in the taskbar The sound volume level notification area/control panel (right-click the taskbar notification area icon can be clicking using the bring up an audio menu).

  • Page 83: Setup For Audio Recording

    Features & Components Setup for Audio Recording  To record audio sources on your computer at optimum quality follow the instruc- tions below: Disabling Front Jack Detection Go to the Control Panel. It is recommended that Click Realtek HD Audio Manager (Hardware and Sound), or right-click the you do not disable front taskbar icon and select Sound Manager.
  • Page 84 Features & Components 2 - 18...

  • Page 85: Power Management Overview

    Power Management Chapter 3: Power Management  Overview OS Note Power management To conserve power, especially when using the battery, your computer power man- functions will vary slight- agement conserves power by controlling individual components of the computer ly depending on your (the monitor and hard disk drive) or the whole system.

  • Page 86: The Power Sources

    Power Management The Power Sources  The computer can be powered by either an AC/DC adapter or a battery pack. Forced Off AC/DC Adapter If the system “hangs”, Use only the AC/DC adapter that comes with your computer. The wrong type of AC/ and the Ctrl + Alt + Del key combination doesn’t DC adapter will damage the computer and its components.

  • Page 87: Turning On The Computer

    Power Management Turning On the Computer Now you are ready to begin using your computer. To turn it on simply press the pow- er button on the front panel. When the computer is on, you can use the power button as a Stand by/Hibernate/ Shutdown hot-key button when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds (pressing and holding the power button for longer than this will shut the computer down).

  • Page 88: Shutting The Computer Down

    Power Management Shutting the Computer Down Note that you should always shut your computer down by choosing the Shut down command as this will help prevent hard disk or system problems. Use the Power item in the Start Menu and select Shut down. You can also use the context menu (right-click the Start Menu icon or press the Windows logo...

  • Page 89: Power Plans

    Power Management Power Plans  The computer can be configured to conserve power by means of power plans (Con- Resuming trol Panel > Power Options). You can use (or modify) an existing power plan, or Operation create a new one. Table 3 - 1, on The settings may be adjusted to set the display to turn off after a specified time, and page 3 - 11...
  • Page 90 Power Management Each Windows power plan will also adjust the processor performance of your ma- chine in order to save power. This is worth bearing in mind if you are experiencing any reduced performance (especially under DC/battery power). Choose High performance (you may need to click Show additional plans to view the High performance plan) for maximum performance when the computer is pow- ered from an AC power source.

  • Page 91: Power-Saving States

    Power Management Power-Saving States  You can use power-saving states to stop the computer’s operation and restart where Wake On LAN you left off. Windows 10 uses the Sleep, Hibernate and Shut Down power-saving Support states. Wake-On-LAN is only supported from Sleep or Sleep Hibernate states...

  • Page 92: Hibernate

    Power Management Hibernate Hibernate uses the least amount of power of all the power-saving states and saves all of your information on a part of the hard disk before it turns the system off. If a power failure occurs the system can restore your work from the hard disk; if a power failure occurs when work is saved only to memory, then the work will be lost.

  • Page 93: Configuring The Power Buttons

    Power Management Configuring the Power Buttons  The power/sleep button (Fn + F12 key combo) and closed lid may be set to send the Password computer in to a power-saving state. Click Choose what the power buttons do on Protection the left menu in Power Options to bring up the menu.
  • Page 94 Power Management Adding Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu Add Hibernate/Sleep to the Power Menu as follows. Go to the Power Options (Hardware and Sound) control panel. Click “Change settings that are currently unavailable” Click Choose what the power buttons do. Click to put a check in the Hibernate/Sleep box under Shutdown settings.

  • Page 95: Resuming Operation

    Power Management Resuming Operation You can resume operation from power-saving states by pressing the power button, or in some cases pressing the sleep button (Fn + F12 key combo). Power Status Icon Color To Resume Table 3 - 1 Power Off Press the Power Button Resuming Press the Power Button...

  • Page 96: Power Conservation Modes

    Power Management Power Conservation Modes  This system supports Power Saving power management features that place comput- ers (CPU, hard drive, etc.) into a low-power sleep modes after a designated period Power Conservation of inactivity. Adjust Power Conservation Modes from the Control Center: Modes The Power Saving set- Press the Fn + Esc key combination to toggle the Control Center on/off.
  • Page 97 Power Management Ctrl + Alt + Delete Key Combination You can use the CTRL + ALT + DEL key combination from almost any of the Win- dows 10 interfaces/Apps to bring up a full-screen displaying Lock, Switch User, Sign out, Change a password and Task Manager options. If you click the Power icon in the lower right corner of the screen a power management option menu ap- pears to display Sleep, Shut down, and Restart.

  • Page 98: Settings Menu Power Controls

    Power Management Settings Menu Power Controls The Settings item in the Start Menu (and also as an App) gives you access to a num- ber of power settings control panels which enable you to quickly adjust power op- tions. Click System to access the menu including the power option settings. Figure 3 - 9 Settings 3 - 14 Settings Menu Power Controls...
  • Page 99 Power Management Battery Saver Battery Saver will display the battery level, and by clicking Battery Use you can see the current state of battery usage by application etc. Click Battery saver settings to adjust the battery saver level. Figure 3 - 10 Settings >...
  • Page 100 Power Management Power & Sleep Power & sleep gives you quick access to Screen and Sleep settings. Click Addi- tional power settings to go to the main power options control panel. Figure 3 - 11 Settings > Power & Sleep 3 - 16 Settings Menu Power Controls...

  • Page 101: Battery Information

    Power Management Battery Information  Follow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery. Low Battery Battery Power Warning Your computer’s battery power is dependent upon many factors, including the pro- When the battery is criti- grams you are running, and peripheral devices attached.

  • Page 102: Conserving Battery Power

    Power Management Conserving Battery Power  • Use a power plan that conserves power (e.g Power saver), however note that this may have an affect on computer performance. Windows Mobility Center • Lower the brightness level of the LCD display. The system will decrease LCD brightness slightly to save power when it is not powered by the AC/DC adapter.

  • Page 103: Battery Life

    Power Management Battery Life Battery life may be shortened through improper maintenance. To optimize the life and improve its performance, fully discharge and recharge the battery at least once every 30 days. We recommend that you do not remove the battery yourself. If you do need to re- move the battery for any reason (e.g.

  • Page 104: Proper Handling Of The Battery Pack

    Power Management Proper handling of the Battery Pack  • DO NOT disassemble the battery pack under any circumstances Caution • DO NOT expose the battery to fire or high temperatures, it may explode • DO NOT connect the metal terminals (+, -) to each other Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly re- placed.

  • Page 105: Battery Faq

    Power Management Battery FAQ How do I completely discharge the battery? Use the computer with battery power until it shuts down due to a low battery. Don’t turn off the computer even if a message indicates the battery is critically low, just let the computer use up all of the battery power and shut down on its own.
  • Page 106 Power Management Click Change plan settings (after creating it) and click Change plan settings > Change advanced power settings. Figure 3 - 15 Change Plan Settings / Change Advanced Power Settings 3 - 22 Battery Information...
  • Page 107 Power Management Scroll down to Battery and click + to expand the battery options. Choose the options below (click Yes if a warning appears): Figure 3 - 16 Power Options Advanced Settings - Battery • Low battery levels = 0% •...
  • Page 108 Power Management How do I fully charge the battery? When charging the battery, don’t stop until the LED charging indicator light changes from orange to green. How do I maintain the battery? Completely discharge and charge the battery at least once every 30 days or after about 20 partial discharges.

  • Page 109: Removing The Battery

    Power Management Removing the Battery  We recommend that you do not remove the battery yourself. If you do need to re- Bottom Cover move the battery for any reason (e.g. long term storage) see below. Removal Warning Turn the computer off, and turn it over. Do not remove any cov- Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 110: Inserting The Battery

    Power Management Inserting the Battery Turn the computer off, and turn it over. Slide the battery into the compartment in the direction of the arrow Slide the latches in the direction of the arrows to lock the battery. 9 Cell Battery 6 Cell Battery Figure 3 - 18 Battery Insertion...

  • Page 111: Drivers & Utilities

    Drivers & Utilities Chapter 4: Drivers & Utilities  This chapter deals with installing the drivers and utilities essential to the operation or Driver Installation & improvement of some of the computer’s subsystems. The system takes advantage of Power some newer hardware components for which the latest versions of most available op- When installing driv- erating systems haven’t built in drivers and utilities.

  • Page 112: Driver Installation

    Drivers & Utilities Driver Installation Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive. Click the message “Tap to choose what happens with this disc.” Click Run autorun.exe. Click Install Drivers (button), or Option Drivers (button) to access the Optional driver menu. Figure 4 - 1 - Drivers Installer Screen 1 4 - 2 Driver Installation...
  • Page 113 Drivers & Utilities Check the driver installation order from Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 4 (the drivers must be installed in this order) which is the same as that listed in the Drivers Installer menu below. Click to select the driver you wish to install, (you should note down the drivers as you install them). Follow the instructions for each individual driver installation procedure as listed on the following pages.
  • Page 114 Drivers & Utilities Win 10 Drivers (64-bit) Page # Win 10 Drivers (64-bit) Other / Options Page # System Required Chipset Page 4 - 7 Wireless LAN Module Page 6 - 3 Video (VGA) Page 4 - 7 Bluetooth Combo Module Page 6 - 8 Page 4 - 7 Fingerprint Reader Module...

  • Page 115: Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers

    Drivers & Utilities Manual Driver Installation Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers Click Browse CD/DVD (button) in the Drivers Install- If you wish to update/reinstall individual drivers it er application and browse to the executable file in the may be necessary to uninstall the original driver.To do appropriate driver folder.

  • Page 116: User Account Control

    Drivers & Utilities User Account Control  If a User Account Control prompt appears as part of the driver installation procedure, click Continue or Driver Installation General Guidelines Allow, and follow the installation procedure as direct- The driver installation procedure outlined in this Chapter (and in Chapter 7 Options &...

  • Page 117: Driver Installation Procedure

    Drivers & Utilities Driver Installation Procedure 1. Click 3.Install LAN Driver > Yes. 2. Click Install Drivers and Software > Next. Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into your DVD drive and click Install Drivers 3. Click the button to accept the license and click (button).

  • Page 118: Control Center

    Drivers & Utilities Control Center Audio 1. Click 6.Install Control Center AP > Yes. 1. Click 9.Install Audio Driver > Yes. 2. Click Next > Install. 2. Click Next. 3. Click Finish to restart the computer. 3. Click Finish to restart the computer. Airplane Note that after installing the audio driver the system will not return to the Drivers Installer screen.
  • Page 119 Drivers & Utilities  Windows Update After installing all the drivers make sure you enable Win- dows Update in order to get all the latest security up- dates etc. (all updates will include the latest hotfixes from Microsoft). To enable Windows Update make sure you are con- nected to the internet: Go to the Control Panel.

  • Page 120: Optional Drivers

    Drivers & Utilities Optional Drivers See the pages indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 4 for the driver installation procedures for any modules in- cluded in your purchase option. Figure 4 - 3 - Option Drivers Note that you need to install both the WLAN &...

  • Page 121: Bios Utilities Overview

    BIOS Utilities Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities  BIOS Screens Overview Note that BIOS This chapter gives a brief introduction to the computer’s built-in software: screens pictured these pages are intend- If your computer has never been set up, or you are making important changes to the ed for guidance in set- ting up your system’s system (e.g.

  • Page 122: The Setup Utility

    BIOS Utilities The Setup Utility  Each time you turn on the computer the system takes a few seconds to conduct a BIOS Settings POST, including a quick test of the on-board RAM (memory). Warning As the POST proceeds, the computer will tell you if there is anything wrong. If there Incorrect settings can is a problem that prevents the system from booting, it will display a system summary cause your system to...

  • Page 123: Failing The Post

    BIOS Utilities Failing the POST Errors can be detected during the POST. There are two categories, “fatal” and “non- fatal”. Fatal Errors These stop the boot process and usually indicate there is something seriously wrong with your system. Take the computer to your service representative or authorized distributor/supplier as soon as possible.

  • Page 124: Setup Screens

    BIOS Utilities Setup Screens  The following pages contain additional advice on portions of the Setup. Along the top of the screen is a menu bar with menu headings. When you select a heading, a Setup Menus new screen appears. Scroll through the features listed on each screen to make chang- Setup menus es to Setup.

  • Page 125: Main Menu

    BIOS Utilities Main Menu Figure 5 - 2 Main Menu System Time & Date (Main Menu) The hour setting uses the 24-hour system (i.e., ØØ = midnight; 13 = 1 pm). If you can change the date and time settings in your operating system, you will also change these settings.

  • Page 126: Sata Port # (Main Menu)

    BIOS Utilities SATA Port # (Main Menu)  Pressing Enter opens the sub-menu to show the configuration of a optical Device/ HDD on the computer’s SATA Ports. Docking Station Hard Disk Drives OffBoard SATA/NVme Controller Configuration (Main Menu) Note that hard disk Pressing Enter opens the sub-menu to show the configuration of any devices on the...

  • Page 127: Advanced Menu

    BIOS Utilities Advanced Menu Figure 5 - 3 Advanced Menu Advanced Menu 5 - 7...

  • Page 128: Advanced Chipset Control (Advanced Menu)

    BIOS Utilities Figure 5 - 4 Advanced Menu > Advanced Chipset Control Advanced Chipset Control (Advanced Menu) The sub-menu here allows you to enable/disable VT-d, Intel Virtualization Tech- nology, Intel TXT(LT) Support, USB Port, Card Reader Power, PCI Express Card Power, BIOS Lock, Flexicharger and Smart Card Power. 5 - 8 Advanced Menu...

  • Page 129: Vt-D (Advanced Menu > Advanced Chipset Control)

    BIOS Utilities VT-d (Advanced Menu > Advanced Chipset Control)  Enable/disable Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) from this menu. This extends Intel's Virtualization Technology (VT) by providing hard- Powered USB Port ware assists for a virtualization solution. You may disable power to the USB ports from Intel Virtualization Technology (Advanced Menu >...

  • Page 130: Flexicharger (Advanced Menu > Advanced Chipset Control)

    BIOS Utilities FlexiCharger (Advanced Menu > Advanced Chipset Control)  The sub-menu here allows you to enable/disable the FlexiCharger. The FlexiCharg- er may be set to automatically start charging your battery when the battery reaches FlexiCharger Warning a certain capacity level (e.g. you could start the battery charge level at 40%). You can then set the level to stop charging (e.g.

  • Page 131: Sata Mode (Advanced Menu)

    BIOS Utilities SATA Mode (Advanced Menu) The SATA (Serial ATA) controller operates in AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) mode. Install the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver to support your drive in AHCI mode (see “Intel® Rapid Storage Technology” on page 6 - 18).

  • Page 132: Security Menu

    BIOS Utilities Security Menu  Security Menu The changes you make here affect the access to the Setup utility itself, and also access to your machine as it boots up after you turn it on. These settings do not affect your machine or network passwords which will be set in your...

  • Page 133: Set User Password (Security Menu)

    BIOS Utilities Set User Password (Security Menu)  You can set a password for user mode access to the Aptio Setup Utility. This will not affect access to the computer OS, (only the Setup utility) unless you choose to Password Warning set a Password on Boot (see below).

  • Page 134: Secure Boot Support (Security Menu)

    BIOS Utilities Secure Boot Support (Security Menu) Secure Boot prevents unauthorized operating systems and software from loading during the startup process. Secure Boot Support is available as a menu option if you have enabled UEFI Boot (see “UEFI Boot (Boot Menu > UEFI Setting)” on page 5 - 17).

  • Page 135: Tpm Configuration (Security Menu)

    BIOS Utilities TPM Configuration (Security Menu) This sub-menu will allow you to enable/disable Trusted Platform Module (TPM) support, and to configure the TPM State. Select TPM Configuration and press En- ter to access the sub-menu. Press Enter to access the Security Device Support menu and select Enable to display the full TPM configuration menu (see “Trusted Plat- form Module”...

  • Page 136: Boot Menu

    BIOS Utilities Boot Menu Figure 5 - 9 Boot Menu  BIOS Screens Note that BIOS screens pictured these pages are intend- ed for guidance in set- ting up your system’s BIOS. BIOS versions are sub- ject to constant change and revision, therefore your computer’s actual When you turn the computer on it will look for an operating system (e.g.

  • Page 137: Boot Option Priorities (Boot Menu)

    BIOS Utilities Boot Option Priorities (Boot Menu) Press Enter to access the menu and use the arrow keys to move up and down the available options (the selected device will be highlighted in white). UEFI Boot (Boot Menu > UEFI Setting) Enable/disable UEFI Boot from this menu.

  • Page 138: Exit Menu

    BIOS Utilities Exit Menu Figure 5 - 10 Exit Menu Click Save Changes and Reset to save all changes made. Choosing to Discard Changes, or Exit Discarding Changes, will wipe out any changes you have made to the Setup. You can also choose to restore the original Setup defaults that will re- turn the Setup to its original state, and erase any previous changes you have made in a previous session.

  • Page 139: Modules & Options Overview

    Modules & Options Chapter 6: Modules & Options  Overview Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft This chapter contains information on the following modules, which may come with your computer, depending on the configuration purchased. If you are unsure please The use of any portable contact your service representative.
  • Page 140 Modules & Options  Important Notice If your purchase option includes both Wireless LAN and 3G/4G modules, then the appro- priate antennas will be installed. Note that In order to comply with FCC RF exposure com- pliance requirements, the antenna must not be co-located or operate in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

  • Page 141: Wireless Lan Module

    Modules & Options Wireless LAN Module  If you have included an Intel® or 3rd Party 802.11b/g/n (Combo) module is on Wireless Device (i.e. the system is not in Airplane Mode) before installing the driver. Operation Aboard Aircraft Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - The use of any portable Note that you need to install both the WLAN &...

  • Page 142: 3Rd Party 802.11B/G/N Driver Installation

    Modules & Options 3rd Party 802.11b/g/n Driver Installation 1. Make sure the system is not in Airplane Mode, and then insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into an attached DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3.

  • Page 143: Wlan Configuration In Windows 10

    Modules & Options WLAN Configuration in Windows 10 You can configure a wireless connection using one of the following options, how- ever make sure the Wireless LAN module is turned on (and not in Airplane Mode) before configuration begins. Click the Wireless icon in the notification area of the taskbar.
  • Page 144 Modules & Options Enter a network security key (password) if required, and click Next. You can choose to share or connect to devices or not. When you are connected to the network access point it will display Connected status Select any connected network and click Disconnect to disconnect from a connected access point.
  • Page 145 Modules & Options You can click the Airplane Mode button to turn the mode On or Off. 10. You need to either use Airplane Mode, or to turn the WLAN module off aboard aircraft. 11. If you click on Network Settings to bring up Network & Internet for a more comprehensive list of network and internet settings including Wi-Fi (can be turned on/off), Airplane mode (Airplane mode and Wireless devices can be turned on/off) VPN, Dial-up, Ethernet and Proxy.

  • Page 146: Bluetooth Combo Module

    Modules & Options Bluetooth Combo Module  If your purchase option includes the Combination Wireless LAN & Bluetooth Wireless Device module (either Intel® or 3rd Party) then install the driver as instructed overleaf. Operation Aboard Aircraft Make sure that the module is on (i.e. the system is not in Airplane Mode) before in- The use of any portable stalling the driver.

  • Page 147: 3Rd Party Bluetooth (V4.0) Combo Driver Installation

    Modules & Options 3rd Party Bluetooth (V4.0) Combo Driver Installation 1. Make sure the system is not in Airplane Mode, and then insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into an attached DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers (button). 3.
  • Page 148 Modules & Options Bluetooth Configuration in Windows Click the Settings item in the Start Menu and then click Devices (or click the Blue- tooth icon in the taskbar and click Add a Bluetooth Device). Click Bluetooth and make sure Bluetooth is On and a list of discovered devices will appear.
  • Page 149 Modules & Options Enter the code into your Bluetooth enabled device and click Yes on the computer to complete the pairing. Select a device and click Remove Device to disconnect from any device. Figure 6 - 6 Devices > Bluetooth Remove Device Bluetooth Combo Module 6 - 11...

  • Page 150: To Make Your Computer Discoverable To Bluetooth Devices

    Modules & Options To Make your Computer Discoverable to Bluetooth Devices Click the Settings item in the Start Menu and then click Devices. Click Bluetooth and under Related Settings click More Bluetooth options (or click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar Open Settings). In Bluetooth Settings make sure that Allow Bluetooth devices to find this PC check box (Discovery) has a check inside it.

  • Page 151: Fingerprint Reader Module

    Modules & Options Fingerprint Reader Module  The fingerprint reader module provides a high level of security for your computer. Fingerprint Reader Make sure you have administrator’s rights to your computer, and have a Windows and Power Saving password enabled for full security protection. States There are two different fingerprint modules supplied with this model.

  • Page 152: Fingerprint Reader Driver Installation

    Modules & Options Fingerprint Reader Driver Installation 1. Make sure the system is not in Airplane Mode, and then insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual disc into the DVD drive. 2. Click Option Drivers. 3. Click 3.Install Fingerprint Driver > Yes. 4.

  • Page 153: Fingerprint Module Configuration

    Modules & Options Fingerprint Module Configuration Click the Settings item in the Start Menu and then click Accounts and click Sign- in options. You will need to add a Windows password (click Add under Password). After you have added the password you will need to also add a PIN. Under Windows Hello click Set up under Fingerprint.
  • Page 154 Modules & Options You will be instructed to swipe the same finger across the reader a number of times. Click Close when complete. You can choose to Add another finger (this is recommended) or Remove the current fingerprint reading. You can now scan your fingerprint to log-on to the computer. 6 - 16 Fingerprint Reader Module...

  • Page 155: Intel® Software Guard Extensions

    Modules & Options Intel Software Guard Extensions ® Intel provides SGX, which is a set of instructions allowing user-level code a degree of security, and privacy, from the operating system. The Intel® Management and Security Status is designed to protect privacy and to allow the ability to monitor the status of management and security technologies built in to the computer’s Intel chips.

  • Page 156: Intel® Rapid Storage Technology

    Modules & Options Intel Rapid Storage Technology ®  Install the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology to support your AHCI mode SATA IRST and M.2 PCI-e drive (see “SATA Mode (Advanced Menu)” on page 5 - 11). SSDs Note that Intel® Rapid IRST Driver Installation Storage Technology...

  • Page 157: Intel® Vpro™ Technology

    Modules & Options Intel® vPro™ Technology  Intel® vPro™ Technology is supported by Model A computers only. This set of Wake On LAN From technology features, built into the computer’s motherboard, allows Information G3 Power-Saving Technology departments remote access to the computer. This allows the IT depart- States ment to monitor, maintain and manage computers regardless of the state of the op- Only Model A computers,...
  • Page 158 Modules & Options Figure 6 - 9 Intel(R) Management Engine (Password Creation) Select MEBx Login and press “Enter” to access the password screen. Enter the pass- word “admin” (without quotes) and you wild then be prompted to enter your own password (note the password information on the previous page).
  • Page 159 Modules & Options Figure 6 - 10 Intel® Management and Security Status  Help Click Learn More to and then click For more infor- mation refer to the user guide. Intel® vPro™ Technology 6 - 21...

  • Page 160: Intel® Vpro™ Technology Wireless Display Application

    Modules & Options Intel® vPro™ Technology Wireless Display Application Model A computers with Intel® vPro™ Technology will require an application in- stallation in order for the wireless display technology to comply with vPro technol- ogy features. Make sure you install the AP and use it when you need to configure a wireless display connection in compliance with Intel®...
  • Page 161 Modules & Options 9. Click Connect. 10. A list of compatible devices will then appear on the right of the screen. 11. Click on a device to connect to it. Figure 6 - 12 Intel(R) WiDi Connect Intel® vPro™ Technology 6 - 23...
  • Page 162 Modules & Options 12. You can then choose how you want the displays to be configured (Duplicate or Extend). 13. Click the Intel(R) WiDi app again and click Disconnect, and then click Disconnect from the device itself (Connect menu) to stop the WiDi con- nection.
  • Page 163 Modules & Options Changing WLAN Modules in Computers with Intel® vPro™ Technology If you change or replace you WLAN module in a computer with Intel® vPro™ Technology, you may receive an error message. To correct any error message in this case do the following.

  • Page 164: Pc Camera Module

    Modules & Options PC Camera Module When the PC Camera application is run the LED indicator to the left of the camera will be illuminated (see Figure 1 - 2 on page 1 - 6). Note that you need to use the Camera app in Windows to take pictures and capture video.

  • Page 165: Camera App

    Modules & Options Camera App Make sure the PC Camera is turned on by using the Fn + F10 key combination (or Control Center button). Run the Camera app from the Start menu by clicking on the Camera app icon (you can type “camera”...
  • Page 166 Modules & Options Click Settings to access the camera settings menu to make adjustments for Camera Button long key press function, Photo Aspect ratio, Framing grid, video recording frame rates, Flicker reduction and Digital video stabilization.  Camera Settings The Self Timer may be set to take Photos after 2, 5 or 10 sec- onds and can also be set to continue taking pictures until the camera button is pressed again.

  • Page 167: Taking Pictures/Capturing Video

    Modules & Options Taking Pictures/Capturing Video Make sure the PC Camera is turned on by using the Fn + F10 key combination (or Control Center button). Run the Camera app from the Start menu by clicking on the Camera app icon (you can type “camera”...
  • Page 168 Modules & Options Captured photos and videos will be saved to the Photos app stored in the Start menu (type Photos into the search box if you cannot find the app). Figure 6 - 18 Photo App (For Captured Photos & Videos) 6 - 30 PC Camera Module...

  • Page 169: Trusted Platform Module

    Modules & Options Trusted Platform Module The TPM security chip allows you to create and manage digital certificates for user and platform authentication. This type of security is usually administered within large enterprises and organizations, and therefore requires implementation by a sys- tem administrator before users can access security features.

  • Page 170: Enabling & Managing Tpm

    Modules & Options Enabling & Managing TPM Restart the computer. Enter the Aptio Setup Utility pressing F2 during the POST/startup. Use the arrow keys to select the Security menu. Select TPM Configuration and press Enter to access the sub-menu. Press Enter to access Security Device Support and select Enable. Press F4 to save the changes and restart the computer.

  • Page 171: Tpm Management In Windows

    Modules & Options TPM Management in Windows You can manage your TPM settings from within Windows: Go to the Control Panel. Click BitLocker Drive Encryption (System and Security). Click TPM Administration. Figure 6 - 20 BitLocker Drive Encryption (TPM Administration) Trusted Platform Module 6 - 33...
  • Page 172 Modules & Options The TPM Management window allows you to configure the TPM within Windows. As TPM is usually administered within large enterprises and organizations, your system administrator will need to assist you in managing the information here. Figure 6 - 21 Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Management on...

  • Page 173: Tpm Actions

    Modules & Options TPM Actions Click Prepare the TPM and follow the instructions in the Wizard to prepare the TPM (this will probably require a restart of the computer and confirmation of the setting changes after restart by pressing the appropriate F key). After the restart the TPM will be prepared and you can then use the Actions menu to Turn TPM off, Change Owner Password, Clear TPM or Reset TPM Lockout.
  • Page 174 Modules & Options BitLocker BitLocker Drive Encryption can be used in conjunction with the TPM to encrypt data on the disk. Access the Microsoft BitLocker Drive Encryption control panel applet from the Windows control panel (System and Security). Click Turn on Bit Locker. Follow the on-screen instructions to setup BitLocker, and make sure you have a removable media (e.g.

  • Page 175: 3G/4G Module

    Modules & Options 3G/4G Module  If you have included an optional UMTS/HSPDA+ based 3G module (Universal Wireless Device Mobile Telecommunications System or High Speed Packet Access) module or LTE Operation Aboard (Long Term Evolution) 4G module (see “Communication” on page D - 3 for spec- Aircraft ification details) in your purchase option, you do not require a driver/application...
  • Page 176 Modules & Options 3G/4G Module USIM Card Installation  Follow the instructions below to install the USIM card (which will be supplied by Power Safety your service provider). Warning Turn off the computer, and turn it over and then remove the battery (slide latch Before you undertake any in the direction indicated below, then slide hold latch in place and slide the bat-...
  • Page 177 Modules & Options Inserting the Battery  Turn the computer off, and turn it over. Slide the battery into the compartment in the direction of the arrow USIM Card Ejection Slide the latches in the direction of the arrows to lock the battery Simply press on the USIM card to eject it, however do 9 Cell Battery...

  • Page 178: 3G/4G Configuration In Windows 10

    Modules & Options 3G/4G Configuration in Windows 10 You can configure a 3G/4G connection as below, however make sure the system is not in Airplane Mode before configuration begins. You can connect to a 3G/4G con- nection in much the same way as the WLAN connection. Click the Settings item in the Start Menu and then click Network and Internet.

  • Page 179: Troubleshooting Overview

    Troubleshooting Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Overview Should you have any problems with your computer, before consulting your service representative, you may want to try to solve the problem yourself. This chapter lists some common problems and their possible solutions. This can’t anticipate every problem, but you should check here before you panic. If you don’t find the answer in these pages, make sure you have followed the instructions carefully and observed the safety precautions in the preface.

  • Page 180: Basic Hints And Tips

    Troubleshooting Basic Hints and Tips Many of the following may seem obvious but they are often the solution to a problem when your computer ap- pears not to be working. • Power - Is the computer actually plugged into a working electrical outlet? If plugged into a power strip, make sure it is actually working.

  • Page 181: Backup And General Maintenance

    Troubleshooting Backup and General Maintenance • Always backup your important data, and keep copies of your OS and programs safe, but close to hand. Don’t forget to note the serial numbers if you are storing them out of their original cases, e.g. in a CD wal- let.

  • Page 182: Viruses

    Troubleshooting Viruses • Install an Anti-Virus program and keep the definitions file (the file which tells your program which viruses to look for) up to date. New computer viruses are discovered daily, and some of them may seriously harm your computer and cause you to lose data. Anti-Virus programs are commercially available and the defini- tions file updates are usually downloadable directly from the internet.

  • Page 183: Upgrading And Adding New Hardware/Software

    Troubleshooting Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software • Do not be tempted to make changes to your Windows Registry unless you are very sure of what you are doing, otherwise you will risk severely damaging your system. • Don’t open your computer or undertake any repair or upgrade work if you are not comfortable with what you are doing.
  • Page 184 Troubleshooting • Thoroughly check any recent changes you made to your system as these changes may affect one or more system components, or software programs. If possible, go back and undo the change you just made and see if the problem still occurs. •...

  • Page 185: Problems And Possible Solutions

    Troubleshooting Problems and Possible Solutions Problem Possible Cause - Solution You turned on the power but it doesn’t Battery missing / incorrectly installed. Check the battery bay, make sure the work. battery is present and seated properly (the design of the battery only allows it to go in one way).
  • Page 186 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution The computer feels too hot. Make sure the computer is properly ventilated and the Vent/Fan intakes are not blocked. If this doesn’t cool it down, put the system into Hibernate mode or turn it off for an hour. Make sure the computer isn’t sitting on a thermal surface (see “Overheating”...
  • Page 187 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution No image appears on the external You haven’t installed the video driver and configured it appropriately from the monitor I have plugged in and powered Control Panel. See Appendix C for instructions on installing and configuring the video driver.
  • Page 188 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution The sound cannot be heard or the volume The volume might be set too low. Check the volume control in the Volume is very low. Control Panel in the Windows taskbar, or use the key combination Fn + F5 and F6 (see “Function/Hot Key Indicators”...
  • Page 189 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution The Wireless LAN or Bluetooth modules The modules are off as the computer is in Airplane Mode. Check the LED cannot be detected. indicator to see if it is in Airplane Mode (see “LED Indicators” on page 1 7).
  • Page 190 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution The fingerprint reader has problems When fingers are wet or sweaty the software application may have difficulty scanning fingers. reading a scanned finger. Make sure your fingers are clean and dry when attempting to scan them across the sensor for detection. The computer is off (or in Sleep Mode) but The port is not powered on.
  • Page 191 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution I have changed or replaced a WLAN “Intel® Rapid Storage Technology” on page 6 - module and have received an error message. I have used Update Driver in Device It is very important that the drivers are installed in the order indicated in Chapter Manager (Unknown device >...
  • Page 192 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution When using a Bluetooth headset the This is a common issue with Bluetooth headsets. To resolve this issue do the audio appears to be mono and not following (you will need to repeat this procedure after every boot up, restart, stereo.

  • Page 193: Interface (Ports & Jacks) Overview

    Interface (Ports & Jacks) Appendix A: Interface (Ports & Jacks) Overview The following chapter will give a quick description of the interface (ports & jacks) which allow your computer to communicate with external devices, connect to the internet etc.  USB Port / Card Reader / Smart Card / Express Card Power Note that power to the USB ports, Card Reader, Smart Card and Express Card may be enabled/disabled in the BIOS (see page...

  • Page 194: Notebook Ports And Jacks

    Interface (Ports & Jacks) Notebook Ports and Jacks Item Description 2-in-1 Audio Jack (Headphone-Out This is a combination headphone/S/PDIF Jack. Headphones or speakers can be Jack/SPDIF Jack) connected through this jack. Note: Set your system’s volume to a reduced level before connecting to this jack.
  • Page 195 Interface (Ports & Jacks) Item Description HDMI-Out Port The HDMI-Out (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an audio/video connector interface for transmitting un compressed digital streams. This allows you to connect an external monitor, TV or Flat Panel Display etc. as a display device by means of a HDMI cable.
  • Page 196 Interface (Ports & Jacks) Item Description USB 2.0/1.1 Ports*/USB 3.0 Ports These USB 2.0 compatible ports (USB 2.0 is fully USB 1.1 compliant) are for low-speed peripherals such as keyboards, mice or scanners, and for high-speed peripherals such as external HDDs, digital video cameras or high-speed scanners etc. Devices can be plugged into the computer, and unplugged from the computer, without the need to turn the system off (if the power rating of your USB device is 500mA or above, make sure you use the power supply which comes with the device).

  • Page 197: Control Center Overview

    Control Center Appendix B: Control Center Overview The following chapter will give a quick description of the functions of the Control Center. The Control Center gives quick access to frequently used controls, power management features and enables you to quickly turn mod- ules on/off.
  • Page 198 Control Center Power Modes You can set a Power Mode by clicking the appropriate icon at the top of the Control Center. Each power mode will affect the Power Conservation Mode, Airplane Mode, Power Plan and PC camera power etc. You can click a Control Center icon to set an overall power mode and then click individual icons in the Control Center to power on/off the Touchpad and PC camera.
  • Page 199 Control Center Control Center Menus The Control Center contains 2 menu headings (System Program and Device) under the Power Modes. Click the menu headings and then click any of the buttons outlined on the following pages. Figure B - 2 - Control Center Menus Control Center B - 3...
  • Page 200 Control Center Power Status (System Program) The Power Status icon will show whether you are currently powered by the battery, or by the AC/DC adapter plugged in to a working power outlet. The power status bar will show the current battery charge state. CPU Temperature (System Program) The temperature icon will display the current CPU temperature.
  • Page 201 Control Center  Custom Settings Click Save to retain customized settings, or Reset to select default settings. Power Conservation (System Program) This system supports Energy Star power management features that place computers (CPU, hard drive, etc.) into a low-power sleep modes after a desig- nated period of inactivity (see “Power Conservation Modes”...
  • Page 202 Control Center Desktop Background (System Program) Clicking the Desktop Background button will allow you to change the desktop background picture. Backlight Keyboard (Device) Click the numbers under the Backlight Keyboard icon to adjust the brightness of the keyboard backlight LED. TouchPad/PC Camera (Device) Click either of these buttons to toggle the TouchPad or camera module’s power status.

  • Page 203: Video Driver Controls

    Video Driver Controls Appendix C: Video Driver Controls  The basic settings for configuring the LCD are outlined in “Video Features” on Video Card Options page 1 - Note that card types, specifications and driv- Video Driver Installation ers are subject to contin- updates Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 -...

  • Page 204: Intel® Hd Graphics Control Panel

    Video Driver Controls Intel HD Graphics Control Panel ® Advanced video configuration options are provided by the Intel HD Control Pan- ® el. To access the control panel see below and overleaf: Click the Intel® HD Graphics Control Panel icon in the Apps screen. Figure C - 1 Apps Screen Intel ®...
  • Page 205 Video Driver Controls Click Advanced settings in the Screen Resolution control panel in Windows. Click the Intel(R) HD Graphics Control Panel tab and click Graphics Properties (button). Double-click the Intel(R) HD Graphics control panel in the Windows Control Panel. Figure C - 3 Screen Resolution >...
  • Page 206 Video Driver Controls You may make changes to any of the graphics properties by clicking the appropriate  menu panel and adjusting the settings from the menus. Home Click the Home button to return to the main menu screen in any of the sub- menu screens.
  • Page 207 Video Driver Controls Display  Click either Display Settings or Color Settings to make display adjustments, in- cluding configuration for any attached external displays. Multiple Display At least one other dis- play must be attached in order to view multiple display selection tions.
  • Page 208 Video Driver Controls Click the Display menu at the top of the screen to display the sub-menus. The Mul-  tiple Displays menu allows you to configure the display mode of any attached dis- plays (see “Attaching Other Displays” on page C - 16).
  • Page 209 Video Driver Controls The Custom Resolutions sub-menu allows you to adjust the display (or any at- tached display) to any width, height, refresh rate, color depth and underscan percent- age of your choice. Note that incorrect settings can cause system instability and even possible component damage, so this is adjusted at your own risk.
  • Page 210 Video Driver Controls This menu allows you to choose how 3D images are displayed. Performance gives the smoothest motion of images, Quality displays the most detail, Balanced Mode provides better computer performance with good quality and Custom allows you to configure the Anisotropic Filtering and Vertical Sync and features to your prefer- ences.
  • Page 211 Video Driver Controls Options and Support Hot Key Manager in Options and Support allows you to create hot keys for open- ing the application, rotating the display, scaling etc. Click Apply to save changes. Figure C - 9 Intel ® HD Graphics Control Panel Options and Support...
  • Page 212 Video Driver Controls Click the Options menu at the top of the screen to display the sub-menus. The In-  formation Center provides details on System Information, the Built-In Display and any attached displays. Preferences Go to the Preferences sub-menu in Options to configure the preferences for the Intel®...
  • Page 213 Video Driver Controls Video The Video menu allows you to brighten or darken movies, or to switch to vivid col- ors. The Preview image will display a sample image using the current settings. You can Save Profile and name the Profile to recall the settings at any time. Click Apply to save changes (select Color Enhancement, Image Enhancement, Image Scaling or Gamut Mapping from the menu).
  • Page 214 Video Driver Controls Click the Video menu at the top of the screen to display the sub-menus.The Image Enhancement menu allows you to adjust the Sharpness, Skin Tone Enhancement in the Basic menu, and Noise Reduction, Contrast Enhancement and Film Mode Detection in the Advanced menu.
  • Page 215 Video Driver Controls Enable Image Scaling to use the sliders to adjust the scaling. Figure C - 13 Intel ® HD Graphics Control Panel Video Image Scaling Intel® HD Graphics Control Panel C - 13...
  • Page 216 Video Driver Controls Profiles You can select one of the preset profiles (Brighten Video, Darken Video and En- hance Video Colors) from the menu on the left. Alternatively you can go through the menus to make adjustments to your preferences for Display, Color, Video, 3D, Options and Support and Power (tick any boxes for the settings required), and then Save the settings to a profile (which may be imported or exported).

  • Page 217: Display Devices & Options

    Video Driver Controls Display Devices & Options  Note that you can use external displays connected to the HDMI-Out port and/or ex- 4K2K Videos on 4K2K ternal monitor port. See your display device manual to see which formats are sup- External Displays ported.

  • Page 218: Attaching Other Displays

    Video Driver Controls Attaching Other Displays  To Clone Displays: Multiple Display Attach your external display to the HDMI-Out port/external monitor port, and turn it on. Go to the Intel(R) HD Graphics Control Panel control panel and click Display > At least one other dis- Multiple Displays (sub-menu).
  • Page 219 Video Driver Controls To Enable Extended Mode:  Attach your external display to the HDMI-Out port/external monitor port, and turn it on. Go to the Intel(R) HD Graphics Control Panel control panel and click Display > Display Settings Multiple Displays (sub-menu). Extended Desktop Click Extended from the Select Display Mode menu.

  • Page 220: Configure Other Displays Using Project

    Video Driver Controls Configure Other Displays Using Project You can configure attached displays from Project. Attach your display to the appropriate port, and turn it on. Press the + P key combination. Click on any one of the options from the menu to select PC screen only, Duplicate, Extend or Second screen only.

  • Page 221: Configuring An External Display In Windows

    Video Driver Controls Configuring an External Display In Windows Attach your external display to the appropriate port, and turn it on. Go to the Control Panel. Click Display (icon) and Adjust Resolution (Appearance and Personalization). Click the Detect button. The computer will then detect any attached displays. Figure C - 18 Screen Resolution Multiple Displays...
  • Page 222 Video Driver Controls You can configure the displays from the Multiple Displays menu. Figure C - 19 Screen Resolution Multiple Display Options • Duplicate these displays - Shows an exact copy of the main display desktop on the other displays) •...
  • Page 223 Video Driver Controls The System Control Panel in Settings may also be used to configure displays. Attach your external display to the appropriate port, and turn it on. Click the Start Menu and click Settings > System (or right-click the desktop and select Display Settings).

  • Page 224: Hdmi Audio Configuration

    Video Driver Controls HDMI Audio Configuration  HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) carries both audio and video signals. Volume Adjustment In some cases it will be necessary to go to the Sound control panel and manually The sound volume level configure the HDMI audio output as per the instructions below. can be clicking using the Go to the Sound control panel.
  • Page 225 Video Driver Controls Adjust the HDMI settings from the control panel tabs. Click OK to close the Sound control panel. Figure C - 22 HDMI Device Properties HDMI Audio Configuration C - 23...
  • Page 226 Video Driver Controls HDMI Notes  • Connect a device with HDMI support to the HDMI-Out port BEFORE attempt- ing to play audio/video sources through the device. Other Applications • To play audio sources through your external display’s (TV or LCD) speakers If you are using a third you will need to go to the audio configuration control panel on the display and party application to play...

  • Page 227: Wireless Display

    Video Driver Controls Wireless Display  Wireless Display uses your Wireless LAN module/WLAN Bluetooth Combo mod- Compatible ule (you need to make sure that your video adapter/display device is compatible Adapters with your particular WLAN/Combo module) in conjunction with a compatible video adapter/display device (purchased separately) to allow you to display the For a list of compatible contents of the notebook display on another display (e.g.

  • Page 228: Wireless Display Configuration

    Video Driver Controls Wireless Display Configuration Note that no driver or application is required for wireless display in Windows 10 (except for Model A computers with Intel® vPro™ Technology - see “Intel® vPro™ Technology Wireless Display Application” on page 6 - 22).
  • Page 229 Video Driver Controls The system will then search for compatible display devices (this may take up to 60 seconds so allow time for this to complete). Double-click any detected display device in the list. You may then need to input a pin number for the device to which you are connecting and click Next.
  • Page 230 Video Driver Controls C - 28...

  • Page 231: Specifications

    Specifications Appendix D: Specifications  Latest Specification Information The specifications listed in this Appendix are correct at the time of going to press. Certain items (particularly processor types/ speeds and CD/DVD device types) may be changed, updated or delayed due to the manufacturer's release schedule. Check with your distributor/supplier for details.

  • Page 232: Processors

    Specifications Processors Memory Video Intel® Core i7 ™ -6700T (2.8GHz) Dual Channel DDR3L Intel® Integrated GPU (Intel® HD Graphics 530: 8MB Smart Cache, 14nm (14 Nanometer), Two 204 Pin SO-DIMM sockets DDR3L-1600MHz, TDP 35W Dynamic Frequency supporting DDR3L 1600MHz Intel® DVMT Shared Memory Architecture Intel®...

  • Page 233: Keyboard & Pointing Device

    Specifications Keyboard & Pointing Device Card Reader Communication Full Size Isolated Keyboard With Numeric Embedded Multi-In-1 Push-Push Card Built-In Intel® 10/100/1000Mb Base-TX Reader Ethernet LAN Full Size Isolated White Illuminated - MMC/ RS MMC Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 Keyboard with Numeric Keypad (Factory - SD/ Mini SD / SDHC/ SDXC (2*2 802.11 a/c) WLAN Bluetooth M.2...

  • Page 234: Power

    Specifications Power LCD Panel can be opened to 180 degree Environmental Spec angle (with 6 Cell Battery and if system is Full Range AC/DC Adapter Temperature not docked) ° ° AC input 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz, Operating: C - 35 Operating System DC Output 19V, 3.42A (65 Watts) Non-Operating:...

  • Page 235: Docking Station Guide Overview

    Docking Station Guide Appendix E: Docking Station Guide Overview The docking station provides your computer with an easy connectable desktop environment when portability is not required. This allows for easy connections to external displays, USB devices (with a full range of extra USB ports), audio devices and provides a battery charging facility.

  • Page 236: Computer And Docking Station

    Docking Station Guide Computer and Docking Station The computer may hot or cold dock/undock with the docking station, i.e. the computer may be powered on (hot docking/undocking) or powered off (cold docking/undocking) when docking or undocking. However if you in- tend to hot dock/undock the system then make sure that the hot key driver, provided on the computer’s Device Drivers &...

  • Page 237: System Map: Front View

    Docking Station Guide System Map: Front View Figure E - 1 System Map Front Power Button LED Backup Button (if a Hard Disk is installed in the Device Bay) Lock Switch Notebook Eject Latch Notebook Placeholder Retaining Pins Docking Connector Eject Pins ...

  • Page 238: System Map: Rear View

    Docking Station Guide System Map: Rear View Figure E - 2 System Map Rear Security Lock Slot USB 3.0 Port DVI-D Out Port HDMI-Out Port External Monitor Port RS232 (Serial) COM Port RJ-45 LAN Jack DC-In Jack Headphone Jack 10. Microphone Jack 11.

  • Page 239: Power Button Led & Lock Switch Led Indicator

    Docking Station Guide Power Button LED & Lock Switch LED Indicator Icon Color Description Orange DC Power is Plugged In and the Computer is Off or in Hibernate Mode* Green The Docking Station is On or in Sleep Mode Table E - 1 - Power Button LED & Lock Switch LED Indicator *To confirm the computer’s power status check the LED Power Indicators on the computer itself.

  • Page 240: System Map: Left & Right Views

    Docking Station Guide System Map: Left & Right Views Figure E - 3 System Map Left & Right Views Bay with HDD or Dummy Caddy Bay with Optical Device Drive (DVD) Powered USB 3.0 Port USB 3.0 Ports  USB Port Power Note that power to the notebook computer and docking station’s USB ports may be enabled/ disabled in the notebook computer’s BIOS settings (see the BIOS guide in Chapter 5 of the notebook’s user manual).

  • Page 241: Cold Docking The Computer To The Docking Station

    Docking Station Guide Cold Docking the Computer to the Docking Station Remove all packing materials and place the docking station on a stable surface. Securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the docking station (e.g. keyboard and mouse) to their ports.
  • Page 242 Docking Station Guide Make sure the computer’s hot key driver is installed (especially if you intend to hot dock the system). Remove the AC/DC adapter from the notebook computer and then close the computer’s lid/LCD and turn it over (if you are using the optional 9 cell battery make sure you remove the battery before attempting to dock the computer with the docking station).
  • Page 243 Docking Station Guide Make sure that the notebook computer’s AC/DC adapter is NOT ATTACHED to the computer’s DC-In jack and that the computer is OFF. Ensure that the lock switch on the docking station is in the unlock position. 10. Press the computer down onto the docking station so that the docking connectors line up. 11.

  • Page 244: Cold Undocking The Computer From The Docking Station

    Docking Station Guide Cold Undocking the Computer from the Docking Station Shut the computer down as per the normal Windows shutdown (select Shut Down from the Start menu in Win- dows) procedure (the Power LED on the docking station will be orange). Slide the lock switch on the docking station in to the unlock position.

  • Page 245: Hot Docking The Computer To The Docking Station

    Docking Station Guide Hot Docking the Computer to the Docking Station Remove all packing materials and place the docking station on a stable surface. Securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the docking station (e.g. keyboard and mouse) to their ports.
  • Page 246 Docking Station Guide Make sure the computer’s hot key driver is installed for hot docking/undocking the system. The computer should be on, however remove the AC/DC adapter from the notebook computer and then close the computer’s lid/LCD and turn it over (if you are using the optional 9 cell battery you cannot hot dock the computer with the docking station).
  • Page 247 Docking Station Guide Ensure that the lock switch on the docking station is in the unlock position. Press the computer down onto the docking station so that the docking connectors line up (the Power LED on the docking station will be orange). 10.

  • Page 248: Hot Undocking The Computer From The Docking Station

    Docking Station Guide Hot Undocking the Computer from the Docking Station Hot undocking using Windows: When the system is docked click the icon in the taskbar notification area and click Safely Remove Hard- ware and Eject Media (Figure E - 11) from the menu.
  • Page 249 Docking Station Guide Hot undocking using the Control Center: Make sure the computer’s hot key driver is installed for hot docking/undocking the system. Press the Fn + Esc key combination to run the Control Center. Click the Docking Enable button in the Control Center (the icon displays the current docking status).
  • Page 250 Docking Station Guide Press the Fn + Esc key combination to run the Control Center. The docking power LED will be Orange at this point and the ports, buttons and attached devices on the docking station will not work. If you do not wish to separate the notebook and docking station at this point you can click the icon in the Control Center to re-dock the system.

  • Page 251: Power Button Configuration

    Docking Station Guide Power Button Configuration To prevent your computer from entering a power-saving state if you choose to work with the lid/LCD closed, then it may be necessary to redefine what the computer is set to do if the lid/LCD is closed when plugged in. Go to the click Power Options (Hardware and Sound) control panel.

  • Page 252: Docking Station Ports & Jacks

    Docking Station Guide Docking Station Ports & Jacks The following will give a quick description of the interface (ports & jacks) which allow your docking station and computer to communicate with external devices, connect to the internet etc. When the notebook is docked to the docking station all the ports on the docking station will function, however only some of the ports on the notebook will function (see the note alongside each item for specific information.
  • Page 253 Docking Station Guide Item Description Note External Monitor (VGA) This port allows you to connect an external monitor, or Flat Panel only external Port Display, to get dual video or simultaneous display on the LCD and monitor port on the docking external monitor/FPD.
  • Page 254 Docking Station Guide Item Description Note Headphone-Out Jack Headphones or speakers may be connected through this jack. You can use the headphone Note: Set your system’s volume to a reduced level before and microphone jacks on connecting to this jack. either the computer and/or docking station when the Microphone-In Jack...
  • Page 255 Docking Station Guide Item Description Note Security Lock Slot To prevent possible theft, a Kensington-type lock can be attached to this slot. Locks can be purchased at any computer store. S/PDIF-Out Jack This S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface Format) Out Port allows you to connect your DVD-capable PC to a Dolby AC-3 compatible receiver for “5.1”...
  • Page 256 Docking Station Guide Item Description Note USB 2.0/1.1 Ports* These USB 2.0 compatible ports (USB 2.0 is fully USB 1.1 You can use the ports on compliant) are for low-speed peripherals such as keyboards, mice both the computer and the or scanners, and for high-speed peripherals such as external docking station when the HDDs, digital video cameras or high-speed scanners etc.

  • Page 257: Bios Controls - Usb Ports, Card Reader, Smart Card & Expresscard

    Docking Station Guide Multiple Displays Any two of the following displays may be enabled simultaneously when the system is docked. You can toggle through the display options by using the Fn + F7 key combination (make sure any attached displays are powered on).

  • Page 258: One Button Hard Disk Backup

    Docking Station Guide One Button Hard Disk Backup When the system is docked you can press the Hard Disk Backup Button ( Figure E - 14) to launch the Win- dows Recovery (see overleaf) application. If you do not have a hard disk installed in the docking station you can set the Windows File History application to backup to any attached hard disk, CD/DVD or non system partition of your computer.

  • Page 259: E - 26 Backup Procedure

    Docking Station Guide Backup Procedure You can choose to backup individual files and folders or alternatively create a System Image Backup. Press the hard disk backup button. Windows Recovery control Panel. Click File History. If you are on the first run of the program click Turn On. Figure E - 15 - Windows File History (Turn On) Backup Procedure E - 25...
  • Page 260 Docking Station Guide You can click Select drive to (you can also choose to backup to a network location). Click OK. Figure E - 16 - Select Drive E - 26 Backup Procedure...

  • Page 261: System Image Backup

    Docking Station Guide System Image Backup Follow the instructions on these pages to perform a a full system image backup (if you want to backup individual files and folders see Figure on page E - 31). Click System Image Backup from the File History control panel. Click Create a system image from the Backup and Restore window.
  • Page 262 Docking Station Guide Select the drives you want to include in the backup and click Next. Click Start backup. Windows will then save the backup (this may take some time). Figure E - 18 - Select Drives and Confirm E - 28 Backup Procedure...

  • Page 263: System Image Recovery

    Docking Station Guide System Image Recovery You can recover your backed up system image by using Update and Security application in Settings. Click the Settings item in the Start Menu. Click Update & security and click Recovery. Click Restart Now under Advanced startup and the computer will restart to begin the recovery process. Figure E - 19 - Settings - Update and Security (Recovery) Click Troubleshoot.and then click Advanced Options.
  • Page 264 Docking Station Guide Click System Image Recovery. Figure E - 20 - Troubleshoot / advanced Options The system will the prepare to recover the system image. You will be asked to select your account by clicking on the account name. Input the system password when prompted and click Continue.

  • Page 265: File History Backup

    Docking Station Guide File History Backup You can click Select drive to select a drive to backup the libraries, desktop, contacts and favorites (see below) to by clicking select drive (you can also choose to backup to a network location). ...
  • Page 266 Docking Station Guide Click Exclude folders and then click Add to select any folders you do not want to back up as part of the process, then click Save changes to confirm. Figure E - 22 - Exclude Folders E - 32 Backup Procedure...
  • Page 267 Docking Station Guide Click Advanced settings, make any changes required and click Save Changes: • Save copies of files: Set the interval of the backup (in Windows 10 the default is a continuous backup that takes a snapshot of the files every hour). •...
  • Page 268 Docking Station Guide Click Run now to begin the backup process (you can click Stop at any time if you need to cancel the backup process). Figure E - 24 - Run Now E - 34 Backup Procedure...

  • Page 269: Restoring Files From File History Backup

    Docking Station Guide Restoring Files from File History Backup Press the hard disk backup button. Windows File History application will be launched. Click “Restore personal files”. Figure E - 25 - Restore Personal Files Backup Procedure E - 35...
  • Page 270 Docking Station Guide The most recent backup will appear in the Home - File History window (you can click the arrows to scroll through the different backup date files if they are retained). Click the button to restore the whole backup to the original location (you can select individual files or shift- click or Ctrl-click to select multiple files and then click the button Figure E - 26 - Home File History E - 36 Backup Procedure...
  • Page 271 Docking Station Guide If the files are being restored to their original location then you will be asked if you want to replace files, skip files or decide for each file. You can decide which file to keep, or select both to add a file with a number added as a suffix. Figure E - 27 - Replace or Skip Files/File Conflicts Backup Procedure E - 37...

  • Page 272: Specifications

    Docking Station Guide Specifications Power Full Range AC/DC 65W Adapter Storage AC input 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz, DC Output 19V, 3.4A One Changeable 12.7mm(H) Super Multi ODD / Blu-ray Combo Security ODD or 2.5" / 9.5 mm(H) HDD Caddy with SATA (Serial) Interface (Factory Option) Security (Kensington®...

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