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Chassis External Chassis Aluminum/Aluminum Extrusion Internal Chassis Aluminum alloy frame Form Factor ATX (370), Passive Backplane (371) Display 17" SXGA 17” 1280 x 1024 Resolution Color 16M colors Integrated Peripherals Speaker Amplified Board 2x 2 Watt Cooling Fan 2x 120mm Open Bay 3.5"...
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LCD Display Information The EMP has built-in high resolution LCD screens. With our engineering advancement, LCD can be tilted and retracted fully effortlessly. The EMP370/371 is integrated with 17” high brightness, high contrast and fast response LCD screens, and includes glass protection or touch screen option.
Features of the EMP 2.0 Operation 2.1 Releasing Keyboard from main unit by pressing the 2 button located on each side of the keyboard to release the locking mechanism, and then pull out the keyboard. Lift Up 2.2 You have the option of leaving the keyboard attach to the chassis or they can be release independently from the chassis by pushing the two lever inward to release the lock.
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2.3 Connect the keyboard/touchpad cable to the front bottom right corner of the chassis. Make sure the pin direction is correct when inserting. **Keyboard can be close back without disconnecting this plug. 2.4 You can flip the 2 feet located underneath the chassis outward to help create an angle for the chassis for viewing comfort.
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2.5 Connect the power cable outlet into the power supply unit in the main chassis on the left. *370 model shown, 371 model location is similar. Insert Power Cord 2.6 Press the power button in the front right panel of the chassis to power up the unit. Press Once to Power On EMP 370/371 Reference Manual...
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2.7 Right front panel of chassis have access to indicator light, reset, power and USB port. PWR LED HDD LED Reset Button LCD On/Off Button Power Button LCD OSD Button USB Ports 2.8 Access the expansion slot on the left side of the chassis. The 370 version will have 7 slots available and the 371 model will have 10 slots available.
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2.9 Two cooling fan are located on the chassis, one located on the rear and another on right side. 2.10 Access the system board I/O panel on the bottom left side of the chassis. The I/O panel is only available on the 370 model where ATX system board is used. EMP 370/371 Reference Manual 8...
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2.11 Acces the optical drive and any removable drive kit or drive mounting device on the right hand side of the chassis. 3.5” Drive Mounting Slim DVD Mounting 5.25” Drive mounting 2.12 There are four buttons located on the right side of the LCD. Adjust LCD OSD to match the display to your video board via the OSD button located on right side of the LCD panel.
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3.0 Internal Hardware Access **Be sure power cable is not connected to the system before proceeding 3.1 Unscrew the back cover screw to release it from the chassis. Unscrew Unscrew Unscrew Unscrew Unscrew Unscrew Unscrew 3.2 Remove the 4 screws to remove the 2 stabilizer bars from the chassis to access into the internal chassis.
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3.3 Remove the left side cover plate by unscrewing the 3 hex screws on the left side. Unscrew Unscrew Unscrew 3.4 Removing the left side cover door by lifting out. EMP 370/371 Reference Manual 11 User’s Manual...
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3.5 Remove the 4 screws on the chassis to remove the power supply unit form the chassis. Unscrew Unscrew Unscrew Unscrew 3.6 Remove the right side cover plate by unscrewing the 2 hex screws on the right side. Unscrew Unscrew EMP 370/371 Reference Manual 12...
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3.7 Remove the right side cover door by lifting out. 3.8 Remove the 2 mounting screw and slide the drive cage outward from its rail. Unscrew Unscrew EMP 370/371 Reference Manual 13 User’s Manual...
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3.9 Install the motherboard I/O shield plate (370 only) on the left side of the chassis opening and the proper standoff mounting according to the system board mounting opening. Unscrew Unscrew Standoff Mount I/O Plate Location 3.10 Remove the 4 screws for holder of the internal removable tray assembly. 3.5”...
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You can remove the 3.5” attachment alone by removing the bottom assembly. The Slim 3.11 DVD can also be optional. Unscrew Unscrew 3.12 You can install all devices and configuration of your choices in different combinations. EMP 370/371 Reference Manual 15...
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3.13 Install your add-in card as necessary and secure tightly. 3.14 Fit the VGA or DVI cable through the top the slot first prior to installation display card and connect the header. Fit Cable Through EMP 370/371 Reference Manual 16 User’s Manual...
4.0 Software Installation You can use the built-in DVD-RW drive to load additional applications software into the system. Available medium from USB or download can also be possible. The system is pre-loaded with Windows operating system, additional multiple O/S can be added or replaced. DOS Boot up: DOS boot up requires you to have a version of the DOS installed on hard disk drive or floppy.
5.0 Maintenance 5.1 Handling of EMP: You should always make sure the keyboard assembly is properly closed onto the EMP before transporting it. This will ensure you do not loose the keyboard as well as protecting the LCD screen. You may transport the portable in its carrying case, or you can carry the EMP on its handle located on top of the machine.
6.0 Problem Solving 6.1 Installation problem: Normally problem with a fail start up is due to installation problem. Double check all the peripheral cards or items you have added to the EMP. Are all the items seated properly? Are all the cables connected back to its original or correct position? Are the items you have added compatible? Before you check for these, turn the computer off and unplug the power cord.
220 Power Cord (Option) Screw Pack Screw Pack (stabilizer) Additional clip for card holder to Stabilizer Supports Pack secure add-in card EMP370/371 System Main system unit chassis Carrying Bag Tow bag with wheel EMP 370/371 Reference Manual 20 User’s Manual...
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