................29 SING THE MART Inserting a Smart Card ..............................29 PC C .................. 30 SING THE ARDS Inserting a PC Card ................................ 30 ..............31 SING THE PTICAL RIVE Placing a Disc ................................. 31 ..............32 SING THE INGERPRINT CANNER Initial Setup ..................................
Preface RF exposure warning This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
Preface Ce périphérique a été évalué et démontré conforme aux limites SAR (Specific Absorption Rate – Taux d'absorption spécifique) d'IC lorsqu'il est installé dans des produits hôtes particuliers qui fonctionnent dans des conditions d'exposition à des appareils portables. Battery Disposal THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A LITHIUM-ION OR NICKEL-METAL HYDRIDE BATTERY.
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Preface CAUTION FOR ADAPTER THE SA14iT SEMI-RUGGED NOTEBOOK IS FOR USE WITH DEDICATED AC ADAPTER (DC +19V, 90W). BATTERY SAFETY DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS.
Before You Start Before You Start Congratulations on your purchase of this notebook. This rugged notebook is portable and provides users with maximum mobile computing experience in a wide range of working environments. Before you begin using your notebook, read this chapter to familiarize yourself with the main components installed in the system.
Before You Start Status Indicators The status indicators in the bottom left corner of the notebook light up when a particular function of the notebook is active. Each indicator is marked with a symbol. Icon Item Description The LED always lights on (blue) when the system is Power running.
Getting Started Getting Started This chapter will guide you on how to use your notebook. Powering Up Your Notebook Your notebook can be powered up using the AC adapter or the Lithium-ion battery. Connecting the AC Adapter The AC adapter powers up your notebook and charges the battery. 1.
Getting Started Installing the Battery To install the battery, follow the steps below: 1. Insert the battery to the battery compartment. 2. Push completely until the battery locks into place. 3. Slide the battery latch to the lock position to secure the battery.
Getting Started CAUTION DO NOT charge the battery if the temperature is below 0ºC or higher than 60ºC. Use only the supplied AC adapter. Using other AC adapters may damage the battery or your notebook. Checking the Battery Level It is important that you monitor the battery status regularly to ensure you do not run out of power at a critical moment.
Getting Started Removing the Battery To remove the battery, follow the steps below: 1. Slide the battery latch to the unlock position. 2. Slide the battery latch to the right (as shown in the illustration) and hold it in place. Then pull the battery out to disengage it from its compartment.
Getting Started Installing the Second Battery (Optional) To remove the second battery, follow the steps below: 1. Align and insert the second battery to the hard disk compartment. 2. Press and hold the HDD latch release button to slide the HDD latch to the lock position.
Getting Started Checking the Battery Pack Power Level You can check the battery level by pressing the Battery Check button. The remaining battery power is indicated by the four Green LEDs. Green LED status Battery Capacity Status 0% ≦ 25% 1st LED lights up 25%...
Getting Started Starting Your Notebook Turning On Your Notebook 1. To open the display panel, unlock the LCD Cover latch to open the LCD. 2. Lift the cover lid up to upright position. 3. Press the button until the Power LED lights up. Shutting Down Your Notebook It is important to properly shut down your notebook to avoid the loss of unsaved data.
Getting Started Using the Keyboard No. Keys Description These function keys are used to perform designated tasks. Function keys The tasks for each key may vary from one application to another. Press the [Fn] key in combination with other keys to [Fn] execute a command.
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Getting Started Application Press to display an application shortcut menu. This action is the same as right-clicking a mouse button.
Getting Started Using the Quick Menu Press the button to enter the Quick menu: Item Description Airplane Click the icon to enable/disable airplane mode. mode NOTE When the Airplane mode is enabled, the wireless network (WLAN and WWAN), and Bluetooth will be automatically disabled.
Getting Started Item Description Information Click the icon to view the battery charge cycle, Bios version, EC version, and Quick Menu version. NOTE If the icon is gray (i.e. ), this indicates the current function is disabled. Configuring the SETUP Menu Settings In Quick Menu, you can set the following settings via Setup menu: a.
Getting Started Configuring Hotkey Click the Programmable Button tab to configure the P function button. To assign an application to the P button, do the following: I. Select Function setting for Hotkey. II. Click the folder icon ( ) to set up an application for the P button. III.
Getting Started Configuring Stealth Mode Button Setting Click the Stealth Mode Button tab to specify the Stealth mode button function. There are two available functions: Stealth mode: Turn off the LCD backlight, LEDs (LED indicators and keypad backlight), speakers, camera flash, and RF devices. ...
Getting Started Using the Memory Cards Your notebook supports different types of memory cards to provide faster data transfer. Supported types are as follows: SD card SDHC card Mini-SD card (with adapter) Inserting a Memory Card 1. Pull to open the I/O port cover. 2.
Inserting a PC Card 1. Pull to open the I/O port cover. 2. Insert a PC card firmly into the PC card slot until it clicks into the connector. NOTE The SA14iT semi-rugged notebook only supports 32-bit PCMCIA card.
Getting Started Using the Optical Disk Drive You can use to play or record DVD or CD disc. Placing a Disc 1. Slide latch to the right to open the ODD cover. 2. Press Eject button to eject the tray. 3.
Getting Started Using the Fingerprint Scanner This notebook supports BioExcess application that enables you to protect your notebook from unauthorized access, hide the encrypted private files, set the auto- login to your favorite websites, or launch an application by simply swiping your finger on the fingerprint scanner.
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Getting Started 4. Create a Windows password and click Next to continue. You will be prompted to enter this password every time you log on. 5. Click one box to enroll your fingerprint and click Next to continue.
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Getting Started 6. Swipe your selected finger on the fingerprint scanner for three times. 7. After you have completed the enrollment, a “Succeeded” message appears on the screen.
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Getting Started 8. Repeat step 5~7 to enroll another fingerprint or click Next to continue. 9. The Secure Drive configuration may take a while to complete.
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Getting Started Click Finish to complete the initial setup of BioExcess. To directly launch BioExcess application, click Launch Control Center checkbox. NOTE You can also launch the BioExcess application by tapping Start > BioExcess. Tap the respective option and configure the necessary settings.
Connecting to Wireless Connections Connecting to Wireless Connections You can connect your notebook to a wireless local area network, WWAN, or Bluetooth. Before using a wireless built-in device, you need to turn the respective built-in wireless functions on. Connecting to a Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) With WWAN function, it allows your notebook to connect to the Internet using mobile or cellular data networks.
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Connecting to Wireless Connections 6. To disconnect the connection, tap Disconnect. NOTE Turn off the notebook before you insert the SIM card.
Using the BIOS Setup Utility Using the BIOS Setup Utility Your notebook has a BIOS setup utility which allows you to configure important system settings, including settings for various optional functions of the notebook. This chapter explains how to use the BIOS setup utility. BIOS Setup Menu The BIOS Setup Utility allows you to configure your notebook basic settings.
Using the BIOS Setup Utility Navigating and Entering Information in BIOS Use the following keys to move between fields and to enter information: Keyboard Description Selects screen. Moves up/down to select items. Enter Confirms the selection and enters the selected menu screen. + / - Changes an option for the selected items.
Using the BIOS Setup Utility Main Menu The Main menu displays the system overview information about BIOS version, system information, and total memory size. You can also set the system date and time. Advanced Menu The Advanced menu allows you to select SATA mode, set the device to wake up on LAN when the AC power adapter is connected, enable/disable VPro function, calibrate fan and battery, and configure RF, Intel Rapid Start Technology, and Trusted Computing settings.
Using the BIOS Setup Utility Boot Menu The Boot menu allows you to configure the boot settings and boot sequence. Security Menu The Security menu allows you to set or change the Administrator and User passwords, configure Secure Boot settings, and set HDD password.
Using the BIOS Setup Utility Save & Exit Menu The Save & Exit menu allows you to save or discard the changes, restore the default values for all setup options before leaving the BIOS Setup Menu, and configure boot override sequence.
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