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Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. RF exposure warming This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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Federal Communications Commission regulatory compliance This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Important: Changes or modifications to this product not authorized by MilDef could void the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and wireless compliance and negate your authority to operate the product. In order to maintain compliance with FCC regulations, compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables must be used with this equipment.
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CE Declaration of Conformity The device is hereby confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the Council Directive on the Approximation of the Laws of the Member States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2014/30/EC) and Complies with the essential requirements of Article 3 of the RED 2014/53/EC Directive, if used for its intended use and that the following standards have been applied: EN55032 Class B: 2015/A11:2020...
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Power Conservation This workstation consumes less power compared to conventional consumer workstations. The power consumption may be further reduced by properly configuring the Power Management Setup. It is recommended that the power saving features be enabled even when not running on battery power. Power Management features can conserve power without degrading system performance.
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Battery Precautions ⚫ Only use batteries designed for this workstation. Using incompatible battery types may cause explosion, leakage or damage to the workstation. ⚫ Do not remove the battery from the workstation while the workstation is powered on. ⚫ Do not continuously use a battery that has been dropped, or that appears damaged (e.g.
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Environmental Information, Material Safety & Recycling All materials used in the manufacturing of this equipment are recyclable or environmentally friendly. Please recycle the packing materials in accordance with local regulations at the end of the product's service life. Notice: ⚫ The equipment may contain insignificant amount of hazardous substances for health and environment below control level.
Getting Started Chapter One - Getting Started Unpacking The following components are along with your workstation. If there is any missing or damaged, please notify the dealer immediately. ⚫ Workstation Unit ⚫ AC Adapter ⚫ AC Power Cord ⚫ Utility DVD ⚫...
Getting Started Quick Operation ⚫ Open the battery cover, insert the battery, and secure the battery cover by tightening the screw. ⚫ Connect the AC adapter with the workstation and start charging the battery for at least 10 minutes. ⚫ Turn ON the workstation by pressing the power switch.
Getting Started Appearance Overview Display and Base 1. Embedded Antennas (Optional): GPS, Wi-Fi/ Bluetooth x 2 2. LED Indicators 3. Power Button (Black) 4. Touchpad 5. Left-click and Right-click Chapter One - 13...
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Getting Started Right View Battery Optional 3 SATAIII SSD Optional 4 SATAIII SSD USB 3.1 Gen. 2 x 2 Optional GLAN RJ45 x 1 GLAN RJ45 x 1 Note: ➢ Please use shielded RJ45 LAN cable for LAN connection. Left View 1.
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Getting Started Rear View 1. DC-in Conn. (Military 2 pin) 2. Display Port x 1 3. VGA x 1 4. Serial Port DB9 x 2 (Default: COM1~2) 5. Optional Serial Port DB9 x 2 (Default: COM3~4) 6. Kensington Lock Slot Front View 1.
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Getting Started Bottom View 1. 2 2. 1 3. D/U Port Chapter One - 16...
Operating Information Chapter Two - Operating Information Workplace A clean and moisture-free environment is preferred. Make room for air circulation. Remember to avoid areas from: ⚫ Sudden or extreme changes in temperature. ⚫ Extreme heat. ⚫ Strong electromagnetic fields (near television set, motor rotation area, etc.).
Operating Information Working with Power Button The device is equipped with a heater kit to enable work under low temperature. The heater will heat up the LCD to the temperature for booting up the system. Also, the heater will constantly monitor LCD temperature. Once the temperature becomes lower, the heater will heat up again to maintain the temperature for operation.
USB-interface drive, such as a USB thumb drive, and start the OS installation. Note: ➢ The functions for RB14 with Windows Server 2016 and 2019 will remain functional except that the driver and function are not supported by display and WLAN/ Bluetooth. Boot Up and POST...
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Operating Information Note: ➢ RB14 with nVIDIA® GeForce® GTX1050 MXM Card does not support multiple monitors before entering OS, so external monitor is unable to display in BIOS. Chapter Two - 20...
Operating Information Shut down Directly click “Shut down” from your OS to turn OFF the power of your workstation. Before shutting down, please remember to save any unfinished works and close the applications to prevent your SSD from suffering possible data loss or damage.
Operating Information Touchpad The touchpad can be enabled/ disabled by pressing [Fn] + [F12]. For more details, please refer the following table. Item Function Touchpad Single-Touch Left-click button Function as LEFT button of mouse Right-click button Function as RIGHT button of mouse Chapter Two - 22...
Operating Information Keyboard The keyboard is 83-Key full size with LED backlight. A sample layout is shown below. Function Key Combinations Description [Fn] + [F3] Decrease LCD brightness [Fn] + [F4] Increase LCD brightness [Fn] + [F5] Mute/ Unmute [Fn] + [F6] Volume down [Fn] + [F7] Volume up...
*When your workstation sleeps, the S3 indicator pulsates on and off slowly. Managing Solid State Drive (SSD) RB14 has 4 slots for 2.5” type/ 7mm height SATAIII SSD. One SSD was pre-installed as the standard configuration. You can have the additional SSD installed, up to four SSDs.
Operating Information For setting up the RAID, please use the Intel® RST (Rapid Storage Technology) to lay your system foundation on RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 configurations. The are two boot modes to select, Legacy & UEFI. Please follow the steps to use RAID function: In BIOS Set Up: 1.
Operating Information System Manager System Manager is an app which allows user to access information (System, battery), and set RF device, function keys easily. 1. System information: 2. Battery information: Chapter Two - 26...
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Operating Information 3. RF Device control panel: 4. Function key control panel. Chapter Two - 27...
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Operating Information Available Function Items List None Open/ Execute a selected file Open URL in default browser Change display output Brightness up Brightness down Volume up Volume down Volume mute Launch on-screen keyboard Launch Windows Mobility Center Launch File Explorer Note: “System Manager”...
Power Manager => check “Allow the workstation to turn off this device to save power” and “Allow this device to wake workstation” With MAC address of the target workstation, you can send Magic Packet to wake up your RB14 by suitable software. Chapter Two - 29...
Operating Information Using Kensington Lock Slot Loop the lock cable around a stationary object such as a table and plug the Kensington Lock into the Kensington Lock Slot to lock it. Note: ➢ Kensington Lock is a widely available 3 party product.
Managing Power Installing Handle To remove the handle cover plug Remove the 2 Screws (M3*8L). <S1> Remove the 2 Handle Cover Plug. <P1> To set the handle Insert the Handle into the slot of case. <H1> *notes Set the 2 Handle Cover Bracket. <B1> *notes Fix the Handle using 2 screws (M3*8L).
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Managing Power Ensure the handle groove and screw hole match Align the handle cover bracket to the hole, and then use a screwdriver to insert Chapter Two - 32...
Managing Power Installing Smart Card Reader (Option) RB14 has a smart card slot, with an embedded microcontroller, smart cards have the unique ability to store large amounts of data, carry out their own on-card functions (e.g., encryption and mutual authentication), and interact intelligently with a smart card reader.
Managing Power Chapter Three - Managing Power AC Adapter The AC adapter performs two functions: ⚫ It powers the workstation from an external AC source. ⚫ It charges the workstation battery. The adapter automatically detects the AC line voltage (100V or 240V) and adjusts accordingly.
Second priority (Left) Battery Second priority First priority (Right) Optional Multi Battery Charger (MCRW) A Multi Battery Charger is designed for the battery of RB14, with this charger, you could charge two battery packs at one time. Chapter Three - 35...
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Managing Power Battery Characteristics Battery power will decrease gradually in storage. The rate depends on “self-discharge rate” and the storage environment. Self-discharge rate of rechargeable batteries is approximately 1% per day. High humidity and high temperature accelerate discharge. Very low temperature may “freeze” the battery chemicals thus decreases the capacity.
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Managing Power Battery Gauge You may check battery status from battery gauge in Windows. Click the power/battery icon to reveal the battery gauge window. Battery Power Saving Tips The workstation comes with an intelligent power-saving feature. You may extend the battery life by: ⚫...
Managing Power Battery Recalibration Battery recalibration allows a user to calibrate the GAUGE IC parameter of the battery pack. When the battery stays fully charged or in a low charge state for a long period of time, it causes the battery gauge to have some minor discrepancies.
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Managing Power Note: ➢ Do not turn off the LCD and do not remove AC adapter during the recalibration. ➢ One cycle of recalibration process indicates “Charge to Full => Start Learn Mode => Discharge => Complete Learn Mode => Charge to Full”.
Power LED indicator is OFF. USB 3.1 Fast charging RB14 provides one USB 3.1 fast charging port, which means that you can have faster charging than traditional standard USB 3.1 port. The following table shows details for USB 3.1 Fast Charging information:...
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Managing Power Mode USB3.1 Fast Charging port Features Fast charging Power off Battery No charging Normal charging Power on Battery Normal charging Fast charging Battery Fast charging Note: ➢ After enabling USB fast charging from USB CHARGE control in BIOS, please cold boot your workstation to activate this function.
BIOS Setup Chapter Four - BIOS Setup Press [F2] at boot up to enter BIOS setup. Use arrow keys to select options and [+/-] to modify them. When finished, move to “Exit” and press [Enter] then confirm save by pressing [Y]. Main Menu Aptio Setup Utility Main...
BIOS Setup Advanced Menu Aptio Setup Utility Main Advanced Chipset Security Boot Save & Exit CPU configuration Parameters ► CPU Configuration ► PCH-FW Configuration ►Trusted Computing ► RF Device Control ► EC Thermal Control →← : Select Screen ► AC In Boot Control ↑↓: Select Item ►...
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BIOS Setup Advanced Menu Selections You can make the following selections on the Advanced Menu. Feature Options Description Disabled CPU configuration Parameters Configuration Enabled PCH-FW Disabled Configure Management Engine Configuration Technology Parameters Enabled Trusted Disabled Trusted Computing Settings Computing Enabled Device Disabled RF Device Control Setting...
BIOS Setup Trusted Computing Sub-Menu Aptio Setup Utility Advanced Enables or Disables TPM20 Device Found BIOS support Firmware Version: security device. O.S. Vendor: will not show Security Device. Security Device Support [Enable] protocol INT1A Pending operation [None] interface will not be available.
BIOS Setup USB Power Control Sub-Menu Aptio Setup Utility Advanced USB Power Mode Setting: For AC Mode USB Power Mode only; Setting for S5 Enable/S5 Disable USB Power Control [Disabled] →← : Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select –/+: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults...
BIOS Setup IT8786 Super IO Configuration Sub-Menu Aptio Setup Utility Advanced Set Parameters of IT8786 Super IO Configuration Serial Port 1 (COMA) Super IO Chip IT8786 ►Serial Port 1 Configuration ►Serial Port 2 Configuration ►Serial Port 3 Configuration ►Serial Port 4 Configuration →←...
BIOS Setup Security Menu Aptio Setup Utility Main Advanced Chipset Security Boot Save & Exit Secure Boot Password Description Configuration If ONLY the Administrator’s password is set, then this only limits access to Setup and is only asked for when entering Setup.
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BIOS Setup Setting Password Once you set HDD passwords successfully, you must enter user password to boot in the future. The master password provides an alternative entry in case the user password is lost. Clearing the master password in BIOS setup will also clear the current user password.
BIOS Setup Boot Menu Aptio Setup Utility Main Advanced Chipset Security Boot Save & Exit Set the system boot Fixed Boot Order Priorities order. Boot Option #1 [UEFI Hard Disk: Windows Boot Manger] Boot Option #2 [UEFI NVNE] Boot Option #3 [UEFI CD/DVD] →←...
BIOS Setup Save & Exit Menu Aptio Setup Utility Main Advanced Chipset Security Boot Save & Exit Reset the system after Save Options saving the changes. Save Changes and Reset Discard Changes and Reset Default Options Restore Defaults →← : Select Screen ↑↓: Select Item Boot Override Enter: Select...
Drivers and Applications Chapter Five - Drivers and Applications The Utility DVD includes all the drivers for the installed devices in your workstation. Please consult the dealer if there is any driver missing. Also, through Device Manager in Windows, you are able to perform “Driver Update” or check if there are still drivers for the devices needed to be installed.
Specifications I/O Ports Left: ⚫ Audio/Line-in/Microphone x 1 ⚫ USB 3.1 Gen. 2 x 1 ⚫ USB 3.1 Gen. 2 x 1 (Fast Charging) Right: ⚫ GLAN RJ45 x 1 ⚫ Optional 2 GLAN RJ45 x 1 ⚫ USB 3.1 Gen. 2 x 2 Rear: ⚫...
Optional Devices Memory Card The memory card will expand your memory to facilitate better system performance. Industrial grade DDR4 SO-DIMM x 4 is available, supporting 8/16GB, ECC/non-ECC DDR4 2400 memory cards. The maximum capacity is 64GB. Trust Platform Module (TPM2.0) There is an optional Trust Platform Module (TPM2.0) equipped with this workstation for users to strengthen the security.
Optional Devices Multi Battery Charger (MCRW) The Multi Battery Charger is designed for the battery of RB14, with this charger, you could charge two battery packs at one time. Electronic characteristics ⚫ DC Input Range: 12 ~ 32V with BVA ⚫...
Maintenance and Service Chapter Eight - Maintenance and Service Cleaning ALWAYS turn OFF the power, unplug the power cord and remove the battery before cleaning. The exterior of the system and display may be wiped with a clean, soft, and lint-free cloth.
Maintenance and Service RMA & E-RMA Service If troubleshooting steps are unsuccessful, consult your dealer for RMA. Shipping instructions: Remove any personal disks or other media. Use the original shipping container and packing materials, if possible. If the original packing materials are not available, wrap the equipment with soft material (e.g.
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E-RMA service. Login E-RMA service platforn Crete’s website Instructions : www.mildef.com.tw => SERVICE/SUPPORT menu => E-RMA Fill out the RMA Request Form to apply for an RMA number. *Please follow the instruction below for RMA Form Example: SERVICE/SUPPORT menu => E-RMA => Category => RMA Form Example Check the status on the website after you receive the issued number.
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