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  • Page 1 User manual SINA Workstation S | Software version 3.5.7 | Manual version 1.0...
  • Page 2 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 Table of contents Table of contents 1. Understanding SINA Workstation ..............
  • Page 3   6.1.3.1. Lock SINA Workstation S - keep SINA ID Token inserted ........
  • Page 4 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 Table of contents 6.3.1. Start workplace ................. .
  • Page 5   6.6.1.2. Use USB device in the SINA Control Center ........... .
  • Page 6 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 Table of contents 8.4.2. Delete certificate ................
  • Page 7 SINA Workstation S: SINA Workstation S is your secure laptop. With a LAN, Wi-Fi or mobile ▪ network connection, SINA Workstation S establishes a VPN tunnel to a SINA L3 Box S. This way you can access secure networks from anywhere (for example via the internet).
  • Page 8 Chapter 6.6.1 1.2.2. SINA ID Token With the SINA ID Token you log-in to your SINA Workstation S. You need the SINA ID Token and your PIN to set up network connectons to your company’s network and to access virtual vol­...
  • Page 9 SINA Workstation S supports multiple workplace types. The available workplace types depend on your permissions on the SINA ID Token. The workplace type is indicated by an icon in the SINA user interface and in the system bar Type Classic...
  • Page 10 Your administration configures these workplaces for you in the SINA Management. Storage media and peripheral devices In local and remote workplaces, SINA Workstation S also supports external storage media and other peripheral devices, e.g. USB sticks, webcams and headsets. Your administration can restrict the use of some device types.
  • Page 11 Secure networks, e.g., to our organisation’s network, are secured by the cryptographic gateway SINA L3 Box S. To enable your SINA Workstation S to access secure networks, SINA OS establishes a security association to a SINA L3 Box S via a VPN.
  • Page 12 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 1. Understanding SINA Workstation network connection is active at the same time (see Chapter 1.2.4.4).
  • Page 13 - supports internet access via LAN, WLAN, Mobile networks. - does not support remote connection from the black network to the workplace. The work­ place gets the IP address from SINA Workstation S. The IP address is translated via NAT on the black network side.
  • Page 14 1.2.4.4. Trusted Network Detection If configured, SINA Workstation S automatically detects when you are in a predefined secure network (Trusted Network Detection), when working in a local workplace. You have unrestricted network access via a network bridge.
  • Page 15 Please note the following information: Before the SINA ID token is disconnected, the workplace that is active last must be the one in ▪ which the status area of the active TND status was displayed (see Chapter 3.2.2...
  • Page 16 The security domain of the crypto file systems is defined by the user’s media ACL. ▪ Define IP address pools for each security domain For each security domain, you can define individual IP address pools in SINA Man­ agement. For workplaces in this security domain, only IP addresses of the pool are available.
  • Page 17 SINA Workstation S supports using the touchscreen with fingers and with a stylus pen. Note Recommended guest OS For devices with touch screens, we recommend Windows 10 LTSC Enterprise. SINA Workstation S supports the following gestures in addition to the functions provided by the guest OS: Function Explanation...
  • Page 18 When you want the UI to be smaller, set the font and icon size to small in the system settings (see Chapter 4.7 The power save mode is enabled, when your SINA Workstation S is not connected to a power ▪ outlet.
  • Page 19 For more information see the linked chapters. Key feature guide in the new UI When first starting your SINA Workstation S, a key feature guide opens automati­ cally. The guide explains the most important functions directly in the UI. You can open the guide on the Help &...
  • Page 20 1. Open the SINA Workstation menu in the system bar. 2. Select Lock. 3. Remove SINA ID token. For local workplaces, your work is saved. When you insert the SINA ID Token and unlock, you con­ tinue working where you left off. For more information see Chapter 6.1.3...
  • Page 21 2. First Steps SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 2. Select Shutdown. 3. If you haven’t shutdown your workplaces… - local workplaces are suspended and the current state is saved. - remote workplaces are shut down and the current state is lost.
  • Page 22 New user interface ▪ Your SINA Workstation S remembers which user interface has been in use. If no SINA ID Token is inserted, the classic view is displayed. When you have worked in the new user interface before, this user nterface is dis­...
  • Page 23 3. SINA User interface SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 3.2. Getting to know the classic view The classic view of SINA Workstation S is divided in 3 areas: [_module;*Modules*] Modules group functions in use cases. The administration can hide individual modules with the SINA RAS.
  • Page 24 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 3. SINA User interface 3.2.1. Modules Modules are displayed on the left side of the user interface. Select a module to open it. Lobby In the lobby, you will find the summary of all running activities and system messages (see Chap­...
  • Page 25 3. SINA User interface SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 When hovering over the icon, you can see the resolution of the connected monitors. The resolu­ tion of the current monitor is highlighted in bold. Open the menu with the right mouse button to...
  • Page 26 Reboot ▪ Shutdown ▪ Notifications The number of unread system notifications is displayed on the SINA menu item in red. Right-click the menu icon to display the messages or open the Lobby module. (see Chapter 6.2) . Software updates If any software updates are available, they are also displayed in the SINA menu. (see Chapter 9) .
  • Page 27 3. SINA User interface SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 3.3. Getting to know the new user interface The new user interface is divided in 4 areas: [_module;*Modules*] Modules group functions in use cases. Select Settings to open additional modules for admin­...
  • Page 28 6.6.6) . . In addition, all available devices and the included device hardware is displayed. Settings In this module, you can find all other settings for your SINA Workstation: Energy: Define power save settings and change the performance profile (see Chapter ▪...
  • Page 29 3. SINA User interface SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 Certificates: Manage certificates and import EAP certificates (see Chapter 8.4) . ▪ Help & Support Here you can export error and system logs (see Chapter 10.4) . In addition, see the Key Feature...
  • Page 30 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 3. SINA User interface 3.3.2. System bar To open a menu in the system bar, select it with the left mouse button. Navigate to the system bar with the keyboard Use Ctrl + Alt + Esc to jump to the system bar. Use the arrow keys to navigate to the next menu.
  • Page 31 (see Chapter 6.4.1.1) . Notifications A yellow badge is displayed, when new notifications are available. SINA Workstation The SINA menu contains the following functions: Control Center: Opens the SINA user interface. ▪ Lock (see Chapter 6.1.3) ▪...
  • Page 32 4. Customise SINA 4. Customise SINA You can personalise many SINA Workstation S settings to fit your needs. 4.1. Settings for mouse and other input devices You can adjust the cursor speed and set the mouse button for navigating in the system bar, the SINA Control Center and all workplaces.
  • Page 33 Trackpoint Mouse Primary mouse button Select whether you want to use the right or left mouse button for navigation in the system bar, the SINA Con­ trol Centre and all workplaces. Cursor movement Configure the cursor speed with the slider.
  • Page 34 1. When you are in the classic view, use AltGr + Shift + Esc to switch to the new user interface. 2. In the system bar, select SINA / Control Center. 3. Open the module Settings / Customization. 4. Select Color and Contrast.
  • Page 35 All settings are applied immediately. 4.5. Change monitor layout SINA Workstation S supports up to two monitors. You can work with 2 external monitors and the closed laptop monitor of SINA Workstation S. Both external monitors must be connected to your...
  • Page 36 The monitor layout is saved for each workplace separately and is used for future workplace starts. Resolution and monitor support depends on SINA Workstation S version Depending on the SINA Workstation version the supported resolution differs. Take a look at the technical details in the administration manual in chapter 3.4.
  • Page 37 Use Ctrl + Alt + o to enable or disable the full screen mode. ▪ Use Ctrl + Alt + Esc to display the system bar while the full screen mode is enabled. The SINA ▪ Workstation menu opens (only in the new user interface).
  • Page 38 The screen brightness of the internal monitor can be changed in the classic view. The laptop keys to increase or decrease the brightness can be used in both user interfaces. 1. In the SINA Control Centre, select Administration / System. 2. Select Screen.
  • Page 39 4.11. Hide system CFS of other users SINA Workstation S creates a system CFS for each user that has logged in on this device. But you may not have access to system CFS of other users. Therefore, you can hide these system CFS to...
  • Page 40 Function only in classic view You can change the settings in the classic view, but they apply to both user inter­ faces. Time and date settings normally synchronize with the NTP server of SINA Management auto­ matically. Alternatively, you can adjust the settings manually: 1.
  • Page 41 5. Accessibility SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 5. Accessibility In the new user interface, SINA Workstation S supports you with these functions: Vision ▪ Keyboard ▪ 5.1. Vision 5.1.1. Focus frame The currently selected element is higlighted with a frame.
  • Page 42 For masked fields such as password entries, it reads star for each key stroke. If you want to hear the entered character, enable the show password option with the button below the correspond­ ing text field. Enable or disable keyboard echo 1. In the SINA Control Center, open the Settings / Accessibility page. 2. Select Speech output.
  • Page 43 5. Accessibility SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 3. Navigate to Keyboard echo in text fields. 4. Enable or disable the option with the button. 5.1.4. Scaling and visualisation Increase or decrease the size of the user interface and the mouse pointer to adjust the user interface to your needs.
  • Page 44 4.3. 5.1.5. Enable alert sounds SINA Workstation S can play sounds, when the PIN dialog is displayed and you need to unlock the device with your PIN or the Caps lock or Num lock key has been pressed. Enable alert sound for PIN entry in the new user interface 1.
  • Page 45 3. Use Enter to open the control center. The control center opens on the previously opened page. System bar 1. Use Ctrl + Alt + Esc to navigate to the SINA Workstation menu in the system bar 2. Use the arrow keys to navigate between menus. Depending on the role, menu use dif­ fers:...
  • Page 46 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 5. Accessibility Dropdown ▪ ▪ Number input ▪ List Navigate with the arrow keys through the list Interactive list Use Tab to forward navigate through the list ▪ Use Tab + Shift to backward navigate through the list ▪...
  • Page 47 1. When you are in the classic view, use AltGr + Shift + Esc to switch to the new user interface. 2. In the SINA control center, navigate to Settings / Customisation. 3. Select Shortcuts. The shortcuts are sorted according to subject. Open a section to get more information.
  • Page 48 Cancel speech output of the currently selected element Ctrl + Alt + Esc Navigate to the system bar to the SINA Workstation menu with the key­ board (also works when the full screen mode is enabled) AltGr + Shift + Esc...
  • Page 49 Ctrl + Alt + F8 Switch to the eighth workplace (if active) Ctrl + Alt + F9 Return to the SINA Workstation user interface Ctrl + Alt + F11 ]Open Admin menu (see Administrator Manual) Ctrl + Alt + F12 Display log messages (see Administrator Manual) Table 1.
  • Page 50 Even if you can configure some of the settings only in the classic view. 6.1.1. Start Have your SINA ID Token ready for starting SINA Workstation S. If you have any questions relat­ ing to authentication, installation or configuration, contact your administration.
  • Page 51 5. Select Confirm or press Enter. Device PIN no longer supported (since 3.5.0) When the error message SINA ID Token uses unsupported device card PIN is dis­ played, the device PIN must be removed from the SINA ID Token. Attention When the message Security - Bottom cover tamper detected is displayed, an intrusion attack may have occurred.
  • Page 52 2. Navigate to the system bar:. - Classic view: With the right mouse button, select SINA / Reboot. - New user interface: With the left mouse button, select SINA Workstation / Restart. 3. When the login screen appears, enter your user PIN.
  • Page 53 Use this option if you are not working with remote workplaces (highest security). Possible data loss for remote workplaces When you remove the SINA ID Token, the connection to the terminal server is ter­ minated immediately. Unsaved data is lost.
  • Page 54 6. Working with SINA Workstation 6.1.4. Suspend (Standby) Use this function, when you pause your work for several hours. In some cases it is useful to suspend SINA Workstation S instead of locking or shutting down: Suspending saves battery in comparison to locking. ▪...
  • Page 55 2. Select Customisation. 3. Select Actions. - Action on lid close SINA Workstation S can lock or go in standby automatically, when closing the lid (Default = No action). - Action for power button By pressing the power button, you can lock, enable standby or shutdown SINA Workstation S (Default = Automatic).
  • Page 56 New user interface: With the left mouse button, select SINA Workstation / Shutdown. 6.1.6.2. Shutdown automatically SINA Workstation S can automaically shutdown when you exit the last workplace ot press the power button, when activated in the settings. Where to find the function in the classic view: 1.
  • Page 57 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 6.2. Lobby The lobby gives you an overview of your SINA Workstation S. In the new user interface, you can also find workplace and network functions in the lobby.. 6.2.1. Lobby in the classic view 1.
  • Page 58 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 6. Working with SINA Workstation 6.2.2. Lobby in the new user interface 1. Notifications At the top of the page, notifications are displayed that require your action. These are updates or error log. The notification guides you to the corresponding function.
  • Page 59 Chapter 1.2.3. All workplaces are displayed on the Workplaces page in the SINA Control Centre. Workplaces in the new user interface In the new user interface you can also navigate to the Workplaces page from the Start work­...
  • Page 60 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 6. Working with SINA Workstation Figure 1. Workplaces in the classic view 6.3.1. Start workplace Start workplace in the system bar 1. Navigate to the system bar. 2. Classic view: With the right mouse button, select Workplaces.
  • Page 61 Warning When you cannot shutdown the workplace via the shutdown or logout function, use the exit function in the SINA user interface. Unsaved data may be lost. Exit workplace in the system bar: 1. Navigate to the system bar.
  • Page 62 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 6. Working with SINA Workstation 6.3.4. Create new workplace Note You can only create local virtual machine workplaces. For other workplaces, contact your administration. 6.3.4.1. Add workplace in new user interface 1. In the Control Centre, open Workplaces.
  • Page 63 Number of CPUs Number of virtual processors of the guest system. You can assign more CPUs to a workplace than available to the system. SINA Workstation S schedules the jobs for you. For best performance, we recommend 6 to 8 CPUs.
  • Page 64 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 6. Working with SINA Workstation - Intel: Simulates the Intel network card, which most operating systems can use without additional drivers (recommended). - VirtIO: Simulates a network card, implemented by VirtualBox. You will need additional dri­...
  • Page 65 S is possible, as the IP address is translated via NAT. Open networking (Bridged): Direct internet access via LAN for unclassified workplaces ▪ in security domain 1. Remote access to SINA Workstation S via the IP address from the DHCP server is possible. Internet access via Wi-Fi is not supported.
  • Page 66 CD/DVD: Boot .iso files. ▪ To boot from ISO files, there are two different permissions in the media ACL since SINA Workstation S 3.5.4 and SINA Management 3.28. Depending on the permission, you can boot from unencrypted ISO volumes or only from ISO guest systems imported into a CFS...
  • Page 67 6. Working with SINA Workstation SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 Delete all data when shutting down the workplace When the workplace is closed, it is restored to its original state. Only available, when enabled for the virtual volume of the guest system.
  • Page 68 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 6. Working with SINA Workstation shutting down the workplace in the new user interface. Network mode The network mode defines the network access. The options correspond to the new user interface, see Chapter 6.3.4.1.2. Network settings: In the network setting you define the use of IPv4 and IPV6 addresses and the...
  • Page 69 6. Working with SINA Workstation SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 Only change the settings memory and number of CPUs. Working memory size available to the guest system. A note appears, when more working memory than available has been assigned. We recommend a minimum of 8 GiB for Win­...
  • Page 70 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 6. Working with SINA Workstation You can assign more CPUs to a workplace than available to the system. SINA Workstation S schedules the jobs for you. For best performance, we recommend 6 to 8 CPUs.
  • Page 71 To change the settings in the SINA Workstation user interface, the workplace must be shut down. But with the SINA RAS, an administrator can change the settings of a running workplace. These changes are applied once you restart the workplace.
  • Page 72 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 6. Working with SINA Workstation Setting Local workplace Remote workplace Audio mode Number of CPUs Advanced OS settings Network mode Advanced network settings Monitor layout Shortcut Boot order Spectre mitigation Names may differ in classic view The table lists all changeable settings in the new user interface.
  • Page 73 2nd. E.g. for installing a guest operating system, the primary volume is avail­ able for administrative purposes. 6.3.8. Exchange data SINA Workstation S supports two options to share text, images or files between workplaces: Shared clipboard: Share text in UTF-8 and ANSI format up to 1 MB and bitmap images up to ▪...
  • Page 74 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 6. Working with SINA Workstation 3. Click on the Virtual USB drive. 4. Enable the virtual USB drive and set the size with the slider. 5. Select Create USB drive. 6.3.8.1.2. Use virtual USB drive The virtual USB drive works like a physical USB drive that is connected to your Workstation.
  • Page 75 2. Select Delete. 6.3.8.1.4. Change size Change the memory size of your virtual USB drive in the SINA Control Centre on the Devices page. If there is anything saved on the virtual USB drive, everything is deleted. 1. In the SINA Control Centre, open the Devices page.
  • Page 76 4. Select the clipboard with the right mouse button. The menu shows all workplaces with copied elements. 5. Select Paste (workplace). The element is pasted from the SINA clipboard to the workplace clipboard. 6. Use Ctrl + V to desired location.
  • Page 77 How many workplaces can run at the same time? The number of startable workplaces depends on the available memory space and the subnet mask of the network (see SINA Management user manual): * 8 workplaces for sub net mask /28 (IPv4) or /124 (IPv6) * 5 workplaces for sub net...
  • Page 78 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 6. Working with SINA Workstation 6.4. Network connections To access secure networks, you need a network connection, e.g. to access your SINA secured organization network or to surf the internet. Create and configure network connections in the Network module.
  • Page 79 When you are already connected to a network, this connection will be terminated. 6.4.1.2. Automatically connect to network Connect automatically to a network, when starting SINA Workstation S or coming out of standby. When automatic connection is enabled for multiple network profiles, SINA Workstation S starts the first available profile with these priorities: 1.
  • Page 80 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 6. Working with SINA Workstation 2. Move a quickstart profile to the automatic area. Note Only one LAN or mobile network profile can be moved to the automatic area. Wi- Fi profiles for hidden Wi-Fis cannot be started automatically.
  • Page 81 SINA Boxes are displayed. The status turns green, when one security association is established. SINA UI: n the SINA user interface all SINA Boxes with a configured ▪ security association are displayed. The status turns green, when a security association to a SINA Management service is estbalished, e.g.
  • Page 82 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 6. Working with SINA Workstation Where to find the function in the new user interface: 1. Open the Network module. 2. Select Add network. Configure network profile. Configure network profile: 1. Select connection type: Wi-Fi Mobile network 6.4.4.1.
  • Page 83 6. Working with SINA Workstation SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7...
  • Page 84 6. Working with SINA Workstation Name of network profile Enter the name which is displayed for the profile in the SINA user interface. Connect automatically (only new user interface) SINA Workstation S connects automatically to this network, when available during the start.
  • Page 85 Name of network profile Enter the name which is displayed for the profile in the SINA user interface. When Select Wi-Fi is selected, the name is pre-filled with the name of the Wi-Fi. Authentication method (only for "Enter SSID") When Select Wi-Fi is selected, the authentication method is recognized automatically.
  • Page 86 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 6. Working with SINA Workstation start. This function corresponds to the function Connect to networks automatically from the classic view. Hidden network (only for "Enter SSID") Enable this option, if the network hides its SSID.
  • Page 87 With this option enabled, another active network will be selected automatically if the desired network is unavailable. Connect automatically (only new user interface) SINA Workstation S connects automatically to this network, when available during the start. This function corresponds to the function Connect to networks automatically from the classic view.
  • Page 88 6. Working with SINA Workstation 6.4.5. Edit or delete network profile Note To edit or delete a network profile, make sure SINA Workstation S is not con­ nected to this network. How to edit or delete a network profile in the classic view: 1.
  • Page 89 SINA Workstation S supports the certificate-based authentication for LAN and Wi-Fi network profiles via the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). For this purpose, create an EAP certificate container and import it into SINA Workstation S. 6.4.6.1. Requirements for EAP certificates SINA Workstation S supports PKCS #12 files with these file extensions: .p12 /.P12...
  • Page 90 6.4.8. Network share for external devices Note Function is only available in the new user interface, when an external red interface has been configured for the user in SINA Management. use AltGr + Shift + Esc to switch to the new ui.
  • Page 91 LAN connection. Therefore this network share is also called red interface. With the network share you can connect an IP phone to your SINA Workstation S or access a printer in a secure network.
  • Page 92 2. Under the heading administrative settings, select the list element Network share for external devices (red interface). 3. Select Delete configuration. This only deletes your selection and has no implications to the configuration in SINA Manage­ ment. 6.4.9. Change Wi-Fi password...
  • Page 93 Chapter 6.4.11.1). Your SINA Workstation S supports the use of multiple SIM cards. If your device comes with only one slot for a SIM card and you switch between SIM cards regularly, the PIN informationen is saved, so you do not need to re-enter the PIN.
  • Page 94 SIM card on this device without a PIN. Disable SIM PIN in new user interface 1. In the SINA Control Center, open the Settings / Credentials page. 2. Select the SIM card. 3. Select Disable SIM PIN and enter the current PIN.
  • Page 95 The last used PIN is used automatically for establishing the connection. 6.4.11.4. Delete SIM information When you receive a new SIM card and inserted it into the device, your SINA Workstation S recog­ nises that the saved SIM information does not match the currently inserted SIM card.
  • Page 96 Contact the administration. WINS servers may require manual configuration. The VPN state is green, but the network connection is disconnected As soon as a VPN connection has been established, SINA Workstation checks its availability regularly. The network state responds to changes immediately, e.g. when you loose the Wi- Fi connection.
  • Page 97 6. Working with SINA Workstation SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 start SINA Workstation S or revive from suspension, the workplaces and network profiles start automatically. Link networks with workplaces to always the start the matching work environment in your office and on the go.
  • Page 98 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 6. Working with SINA Workstation Function is only available in the classic view. Start a quickstart profile like a workplace in the system bar or in the quickstart module (see Chapter 6.3.1). 6.5.1.2. Start quickstart profile automatically Note Configure the automatic start in the classic view.
  • Page 99 To use USB devices, your administration must have given you permission to use the USB inter­ face. For devices that register as USB input devices (HID) or USB network devices (CDC) in SINA Work­ station S, additional rules apply. These devices are locked by SINA Workstation S. Your adminis­...
  • Page 100 USB port This message disappears as soon as you assign the device to a workplace or is used in the SINA Control Center. In the new user interface, the device menu opens automatically.
  • Page 101 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 6.6.1.2. Use USB device in the SINA Control Center When USB devices are not assigned to a workplace, they can be used in the SINA control center, e.g. for backup jobs. 6.6.1.3. Allow using USB input and network devices Due to security reasons, SINA Workstation S prevents the use of USB input (HID) and network devices (CDC) in a workplace, e.g.
  • Page 102 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 6. Working with SINA Workstation explain how to configure settings. Assign USB audio device to workplace: The guest system is now in control of ▪ the audio settings. Configure the volume and mute directly in Windows.
  • Page 103 6. Working with SINA Workstation SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 6.6.2.2. Microphone Preconditions for microphone use: The audio mode is enabled in the workplace settings ▪ Microphone is assigned to the workplace. ▪ If the microphone is not assigned to a workplace, the icon displays a question mark ( ) in the new user interface.
  • Page 104 Disable sound (1) or adjust the volume (2) in the menu. Example speaker: Note When you want to test the optimal volume before using the audio devices, open the mixer settings in the SINA user interface (see Change volume in the system settings (only classic view):).
  • Page 105 Microphone with the left mouse button. 6.6.3. Input devices Input devices such as external keyboards or a mouse are recognized by the SINA OS. These devices are available to all workplaces and cannot be assigned. If input devices are connected during the start or woken up from standby, you can use these devices immediately.
  • Page 106 6. Working with SINA Workstation rity risks. Where to find the function in the classic view 1. In the SINA Control Centre, navigate to Administration / System. 2. Select Input devices. 3. Select an option: Where to find the function in the new user interface 1.
  • Page 107 6.6.6.1. Create device rule New user interface: Add new rule 1. Plug in a device, when you want to create a rule for a specific device. 2. Open the Devices page in the SINA control centre. 3. Select Add rule.
  • Page 108 3. Select + Add item. 4. Define hotplug rule: - Hide: Devices cannot be used in SINA Workstation S. They are not displayed in the system bar and you cannot assign the device to a workplace. - Assign: Select the workplace that you want the device to be assigned automatically.
  • Page 109 If you want to change the basic mechanism (Assign vs. hide), delete the rule and add a new rule. New user interface: Edit rule 1. Open the Devices page in the SINA control centre. 2. Select a rule in the list. A new page opens.
  • Page 110 My audio device is missing from the audio menu in the system bar In the system bar, you can find all audio devices that are controlled by SINA Workstation S and that are not assigned to a workplace. Check if the device is assigned to a workplace. If so, eject the device.
  • Page 111 Adjust power profile ▪ 6.7.1. Configure power save mode To reduce the power consumption of SINA Workstation S when battery operated, use the power saving mode. The functions are available in both user interfaces. Enable power save mode in new user interface 1.
  • Page 112 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 6. Working with SINA Workstation Configure power save mode in classic view: 1. In the SINA user interface, navigate to Administration / System/ Power management. 2. Select Power saving options. 3. Configure power save mode: - Activated Energy-saving mode is permanently available.
  • Page 113 6. Working with SINA Workstation SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 1. In the system bar, open the Energy menu. 2. Adjust the power profile with the slider: - Quiet - Balanced (Default setting) - Performance You can also find this setting in the Control Centre in Settings / Energy.
  • Page 114 To work in secure workplaces via public Wi-Fi (e.g., at an airport), you need to follow these steps. For many public Wi-Fis you need to register in an authentication portal. But secure workplaces in SINA Workstation S cannot open the authentication portal. How to connect to a public Wi-Fi: 1.
  • Page 115 7. Examples and practical tips SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 Network mode Open networking (Default) ▪ 1. Start unclassified workplace or the Hotspot App. 2. Open the authentication portal in the browser and log in. You get the login from the provider (for example, local providers at airports or in hotels).
  • Page 116 [fuzzy]Using the Telephone 7.1.4. Connect to IP phone You can connect a physical VoIP phone with SINA Workstation S verknüpfen, when the VoIP phone uses a defined network address. For example via a network adapter. Configure the red interface, so SINA Workstation S can communicate with the device.
  • Page 117 Preconditions for backup via network: Active network connection ▪ Security association with network is configured for SINA ID token ▪ Where to find the function: 1. In the classic view, select Administration / Backup. The list displays all backup jobs.
  • Page 118 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 8. Administrative settings 2. Select the Volume. 3. Select the Backup type. Depending on the type additional fields are available: - Storage medium: Local When device is connected, select device. • When you want to select device during backup, select Postpone device selection.
  • Page 119 3. Select Create. The import starts immediately. 8.2. Change SINA ID token You need your new and the old SINA ID Token to change the SINA ID Token directly on the device. Change the SINA ID Token without interruption. SINA Workstation S must not be suspended, shut...
  • Page 120 5. Select SINA ID Token. 6. Select Start SINA ID Token change. 7. When prompted, remove the SINA ID token and insert the new SINA ID token. 8. When prompted, remove the SINA ID token and insert the new SINA ID token.
  • Page 121 8. Administrative settings SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 The new SINA ID token is now activated and you are prompted to restart the system. 11. If the file systems support a key change in the background, they will be automatically rekeyed without interrupting ongoing working when they are next used by a workplace.
  • Page 122 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 8. Administrative settings 3. Enter current and new PIN. 4. Select Change PIN.
  • Page 123 2. Enter current and new PIN. 3. Select Change PIN. Note When you enter your current PIN incorrectly, SINA Workstation S will lock. Unlock SINA Workstation S and try again. 8.4. Certificates Certificates are used for multiple security functions in SINA Workstation S: Encryption certificates: Used to encrypt the virtual volumes.
  • Page 124 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 8. Administrative settings - Network server: Enter the path including the file name of the #PKCS-12 container on the network server. Select Check. A search for the file is performed. Only when the file has been found, you can continue with the next step.
  • Page 125 3. Select Delete. 8.4.3. Update certificates To update certificates, the SINA Workstation S needs a network connection and a security asso­ ciation to the SINA Management. When signature or encryption certificates expire within 30 days, in the classic view you will be notified in the lobby.
  • Page 126 Chapter 8.1). 8.5. Virtual smartcard Virtual smartcards are smartcard emulations for your guest system that act like physical smart­ cards in SINA Workstation S. You can find more background information in Chapter 1.3. 8.5.1. Import virtual smartcards Virtual smartcard are stored in the user’s system CFS.
  • Page 127 Chapter 6.6.6 ▪ When you use the virtual smartcard in the guest system, the smartcard middleware prompts you to enter your PIN. This PIN is the PIN of your virtual smartcard and not the PIN of your SINA ID Token.
  • Page 128 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 8. Administrative settings 8.5.4. Delete virtual smartcard When you have changed the PIN of your virtual smartcard and forgot the PIN, delete the virtual smartcard. Then reimport the virtual smartcard. 1. Open the module Administration /Credentials.
  • Page 129 8.6.1. Hardware in the new user interface In the new user interface, you can find a list of all system hardware on the Devices page in the SINA Control Centre. Click on the tab Hardware. Here you will find infomration to the following devices:...
  • Page 130 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 8. Administrative settings Device type Explanation USB devices For each connected USB device, the name, type and number of the port are displayed. Mass storage devices Here you see physical hard disks, CD drives and virtual volume groups holding your CFS and ISO volumes.
  • Page 131 1. In the SINA Control Centre, navigate to Settings / Security. 2. Disable the CPU-Hyper-Threading with the switch. Where to find the function in the classic view 1. In the SINA Control Centre, navigate to Administration / System / Misc settings. 2. Select CPU. 3. Disable the option.
  • Page 132 Reset settings to default: 1. When you are in the classic view, use AltGr + Shift + Esc to switch to the new user interface. 2. In the SINA Control Centre, navigate to Settings / BIOS. 3. Select Reset to default.
  • Page 133 8. Administrative settings SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 Setting Explanation Fn and Ctrl Key swap Defines if the Fn and Ctrl key are switched in comparison to the keyboard F1-F12 as Primary function Defines, if F1…F12 or the Fn keys of the notebook keyboard are...
  • Page 134 Your Workstation checks the LDAP hourly for this purpose. If you want to update the version immediately, you can trigger the update in the SINA control center. To use new workplaces, restart your SINA Workstation S. For new network configurations, discon­ nect from your network and reconnect.
  • Page 135 8. Administrative settings SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 Note The updated files are saved in the system CFS of the user. When errors occur dur­ ing saving, the system cfs is saved temporarily and reloads during the next start. 8.11. Reset settings Reset the settings to the default settings.
  • Page 136 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 9. Updates 9. Updates SINA Workstation S checks for updates everytime you connect to a network or every 60 minutes. There a three different updates: Software update ▪ A new version of the SINA Workstation S software is available.
  • Page 137 No installation when < 40 % battery If the battery of your Workstation is charged < 40 %, only the options Shutdown and Restart are displayed in the SINA menu. As soon as the battery is charged suf­ ficiently, the update is ready for installation.
  • Page 138 9.2. Firmware updates When additional firmware updates are available for your device, it is displayed in the SINA user interface: Classic view: The SINA logo in the system bar is displayed in red and a message is displayed in ▪ the menu.
  • Page 139 3. Install the firmware update: - In the Lobby in the new user interface - In the SINA menu in the classic view Do not turn off the device Do not turn off the device while updating. The device restarts multiple times. Wait until the update has finished.
  • Page 140 In the new user interface, you can find multiple guides that inform you about the most important or new functions in your SINA Workstation S. During the first start of your SINA Workstation S, a windows with the available guides is displayed: Key Feature guide ▪...
  • Page 141 * Debug log*: The debug log contains information logged during runtime of SINA Workstation ▪ S. These files are deleted during shutdown of SINA Workstation S. Therefore you need to export these files before shutdown. Emergency log: The emergency log is created automatically, when a critical problem occurs.
  • Page 142 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 10. Help 10.3. Export log files Note Do not assign the USB storage medium to a workplace for the export. These USB storage medium formats are supported: exFAT ▪ FAT 16/FAT 32 ▪ ext 2/3/4 ▪...
  • Page 143 10. Help SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 10.4. Log files in the new user interface In the new user interface, the debug log is called System log and the emergency log is called Error log. The Help & Support module contains all related functions.
  • Page 144 Check your network connection before you retry. 10.4.3. Delete error log If you are sure that no error has occured in SINA Workstation S, delete the error log. This can be the case, when you have shutdown the Workstation by pressing the power button during run­...
  • Page 145 SINA Management. The SINA Logo is red and flashes. What does it mean? The SINA Logo is black most of the time. When the logo flashes red, a mandatory update of the SINA software is available. Install the update (see Chapter 9) .
  • Page 146 My audio device is missing from the audio menu in the system bar In the system bar, you can find all audio devices that are controlled by SINA Workstation S and that are not assigned to a workplace. Check if the device is assigned to a workplace. If so, eject the device.
  • Page 147 Contact the administration. WINS servers may require manual configuration. The VPN state is green, but the network connection is disconnected As soon as a VPN connection has been established, SINA Workstation checks its availability regularly. The network state responds to changes immediately, e.g. when you loose the Wi- Fi connection.
  • Page 148 SINA Workstation S | 3.5.7 Index Index SINA components, devices, SINA ID Token, SINA L3 Box S, SINA OS, 8, FAQ, SOLID, SOLID group, guest operating system, tablets, Thin client, icon size, touchpad, trackpoint, Trusted Network, media ACL, 11, mouse,...