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Summary of Contents for RuggedBook SR858
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Hot Keys.................... 15 Stylus....................16 Hard Disk Drives ................16 DVD-RW..................... 17 Connecting the Printer ..............17 The PC Card Slot................18 Memory....................18 Communication Components ............19 CHAPTER 3 MAKING CONNECTIONS Making Connections ................ 21 Side Connectors................21 SR858 ver1.0... - Page 3 CHAPTER 4 POWER MANAGEMENT Power Management ................. 24 Adjust the power plan..............25 Sleep Power State ................26 Battery Charging ................27 When to Replace the Battery ............28 Thermal Considerations ..............28 Chapter 5 SYSTEM SOFEWARE System Sofeware ................30 System Recovery ................
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Page 5: Getting Started
Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of this Rugged NB. The Rugged NB is a fully functional NB with built-in LAN, and wireless connectivity. Therefore its’ capable to organize and access important business and personal information with excellent efficiency. In addition, you will be able to send and receive e-mail and access the Internet at anytime and anywhere. -
Page 6: Safety And Maintenance
Safety and Maintenance You can use your Rugged NB under a wide range of environmental conditions. However, to ensure long use and continued high performance, consider the following factors when setting up your Rugged NB: • Follow all warnings and instructions noted in this documentation and in the Windows Help program. -
Page 7: Check Lists
After opening the package, carefully inspect the contents. If any of the items is missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer. The shipping carton should contain the following: • SR858 x 1 • Battery x 1 • Adapter x 1 •... -
Page 8: Features
Features Software Support ® Widows XP Embedded Tablet PC Edition • ® Microsoft Internet Explorer • ® Microsoft Outlook Express • ® Microsoft Windows Media Player High performance Processors ® Intel Core™ 2 Duo (Merom, Ultra Low ) U7500 High Capacity Hard Disk Drive The Rugged NB has a high capacity hard disk drive, to store your favorite programs and large multimedia files. -
Page 9: Where To Look For Information
Built-in Wireless LAN, Modem and LAN Capability A built-in 802.11a/b/g/n, 56kbps (V.92) modem and 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port allows you to access the Internet or a local area network (LAN). Where to Look For Information About Your Rugged NB This User’s Manual describes the key elements of your Rugged NB. New users can find a simple step-by-step orientation in the Quick Start section of this chapter. -
Page 10: Quick Start
Quick Start Turning on the Rugged NB for the First Time 1. Connect the AC adapter power cord to the AC adapter. 2. Connect the AC adapter to the DC power port on the bottom side of your Rugged NB 3. -
Page 11: Loading Windows
Loading Windows(don’t for none OS model) The following section is for installing the Windows operating system only. If you are installing a different operating system, please check with your vendor for installation details. After the Start Wizard updates your system settings, the Welcome to Windows screen will appear. -
Page 12: Turning Off Your Rugged Nb
Adjusting the Brightness Use the following function keys combinations to adjust the LCD panel brightness: • Fn + F6: increases the brightness • Fn + F5: decreases the brightness Turning off Your Rugged NB Turning off the Rugged NB properly is important to maintaining your Rugged NB. -
Page 14: Hardware And Software
Hardware and Software This chapter introduces the different components and controls of your Rugged NB, including the hardware components, the software, and the audio and video systems. Getting Started Before you begin using your Rugged NB, read this chapter to familiarize yourself with the main components installed in the system. -
Page 15: Front View
Front View Back View... -
Page 16: Left View
Left View Bottom View... -
Page 17: Led Status Indicators
LED Status Indicators The LED Status Indicators show which power source the system is using. They also show battery status and low battery power alerts. Icon Light Description Blue Power on Blue blinking System save to RAM Flash Green Battery is charging Battery is discharged or fully charged Low battery capacity... -
Page 18: Hot Keys
Hot Keys The hot keys are unique features of your Rugged NB. The function as follows: Hot key Function Implement Secure Attention SAS Key Sequence(SAS), same as Ctrl+ Alt+Del Screen Rotation Key Rotate the working screen Virtual keyboard Show Virtual Keyboard Wi-Fi trans BT: The default is all off &... -
Page 19: Stylus
Stylus Hard Disk Drive The hard disk provides high-capacity storage and fast access. Windows and most programs are stored here. -
Page 20: Dvd-Rw
DVD-RW Your Rugged NB can support the DVD-RW. It can record information to writeable CD/DVDs. Your tablet PC identifies the drive with the letter following the hard drive letter. If your hard drive is D, then the CD-ROM drive will be E. Connecting the Printer To connect a printer to your Rugged NB via the USB port, use the supplied USB to printer adapter cable. -
Page 21: The Pc Card Slot
The PC Card Slot Your Rugged NB includes card slot which supports PCMCIA 2.1 Type I/II(PC card) Note: Please read the instructions included with individual PC cards. Some cards may be inserted with power on, while others require that the Rugged NB be turned off. Memory Adding memory allows the Rugged NB to operate faster, handle more tasks simultaneously, and work more smoothly with large files. - Page 22 Fax/Modem A phone jack on the side of the Rugged NB allows you to connect to the Internet to send and receive data. When used with fax software, it can be used as a fax. When using this function, first plug the phone cord into the jack. Attention: When using the data communications function, please do not plug the phone cord into the ISDN or PBX jack to...
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Page 24: Making Connections
Making Connections Your Rugged NB is equipped with a full array of ports and connectors, including standard input/output (I/O) ports for quickly and easily adding peripheral devices such as printers, keyboards, and mice. Refer to documentation included with individual devices for details on connecting these devices to your Rugged NB. -
Page 25: Usb Port
5. RJ45- LAN port With the built-in Ethernet LAN combo, you can make LAN connections without installing PC cards. Connection speed is 10/100/1000 Mbps. When using the LAN function, wrap your LAN cable around the EMI ferrite suppression box to inhibit electromagnetic interference. 6. -
Page 27: Power Management
With Widows XP, power consumption may be reduced through ‘Power plans’. This tool controls the interaction between hardware and system settings that manage how the computer uses energy, therefore the battery life and system performance can be balanced as well as enhanced. Checking the Battery Level You can check the remaining battery power in the Windows XP battery status indicator located at the lower right-hand corner of the task tray. -
Page 28: Adjust The Power Plan
Adjust the power plan As shown, power plan has been specified as Balanced, Power saver and High performance, each has parameters those may be customized to fit individual circumstances as requirements of users. 1. Click the Start button>Control Panel>Power Option>Edit Plan Settings. -
Page 29: Sleep Power State
Sleep Power State Sleep is a new power state in Windows XP. This mode allows the computer to retain its workload in a minimum usage of energy as standby. While when user returns, the work can be easily resumed no matter where it stopped. -
Page 30: Battery Charging
Battery Charging When you use the AC adapter to connect your Rugged NB to a power outlet, the internal battery will automatically begin to recharge. While the battery is charging, the Battery Charge icon on the Indicator panel will be active. -
Page 31: When To Replace The Battery
When to Replace the Battery Over time, the battery's capacity gradually decreases. We recommend that you replace your battery when you notice that it begins to store significantly less charge. Changing the Battery Change the main battery pack as follows: Slide battery latch to lift the cover, then insert battery into the compartment as illustrated. -
Page 33: System Sofeware
System Software (Bundled with model) Software List Operating System Your hard drive already contains all the software you need to operate the Notebook. Drivers These utility programs and drivers are included for the PC Card drive, the sound system, and the graphics sub-system. System Recovery (Bundled with model) Before you start... - Page 34 Put the service DVD into the DVD-RW and turn-off system Press power button to turn on the system, then press “F2” key to BIOS setup menu. Move to Boot device setup menu and set “DVD ROM” to priority 1st, then put recovery DVD into DVD-ROM and save and exit BIOS setup menu to reboot system.
- Page 35 When system reboot via DVD-ROM and see the message like below picture, you can: a. If you want to execute recovery OS, please type “Y” and press “enter” key, but data on the current partition will be deleted. b. If you do not want to recover your OS, please take off the service DVD first, and then type “...
- Page 36 Option 2: Recovery system with re-partition the current hard disk Option 3: Quit the recovery asking If you choose “1” to recovery system. Please waiting for program running.After see below picture, you can remove service DVD from DVD-RW and press any key to reboot system...
- Page 37 If you choose “2” to recovery system. Your system will be re-partition first then start When restore operation completed, the system will show below picture. Then you can remove the service DVD from DVD-ROM and press any key to reboot system.
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Page 39: Statements
Statements Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits designed provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. -
Page 40: About The Modem
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure Statement This EUT is compliance with SAR for general population/uncontrolled exposure limits in ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1999 and had been tested in accordance with the measurement methods and procedures specified in OET Bulletin 65 Supplement C. About The Modem This equipment complies with Part 68 of FCC rules. -
Page 41: European Notice
request you remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved. The equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the telephone company. Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state tariffs. (Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information.) The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 marks it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including fax... -
Page 42: Safety Caution
Safety CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming... -
Page 43: Battery Disposal
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment. -
Page 44: Sar Exposure
manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of this device, or the substitution of the connecting cables and equipment other than manufacturer specified. It is the responsibility of the user to correct any interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment. - Page 45 power (EIRP) more than that required successful communication.” This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canada RSS-210. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme CNR-210 du Canada The abbreviation, IC, before the registration number signifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
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