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  • Page 1: Notebook Details

    Notebook Details Fill in the details of your notebook for quick reference: Model Description : RM Mobile One 945 Part Number (see rear of notebook): .......... Serial Number (see rear of notebook): WO/TO..……..…....……… Customer Account Number (see despatch note): ..........
  • Page 2 RM Mobile One 945 User Manual RM Mobile One 945 User Manual Edition 1 P.N. Copyright © Research Machines plc 2005. All rights reserved. Although you may make copies of this manual for your own use, you may make no other form of copy of any part of it without our written permission.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction 1 Safety 7 Plugs and Sockets 7 Cables 8 Fuses 38 Ventilation and Dust Protection 8 Chapter 1 Getting Started 7 Before you Start 10 Disks and Manuals 11 Getting Started 12 Security Considerations 12 Setting up the always on wireless 12 Environment Considerations 13 Chapter 2 System Description 15 The Front of the Notebook 16...
  • Page 4 Chapter 4 Maintenance, Service and Troubleshooting 41 Looking After Your Notebook 29 General Maintenance 29 Moving and Re-packing the Notebook 29 Servicing 30 Problem Solving 31 Notebook 31 Peripherals 32 Software 33 Forgotten Passwords 33 Hard Disk Problems 34 Error Messages During Start-up 32 Before you Ring for Help 38 Battery Care 39 Physical Specifications 40...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction Welcome to the RM Mobile One 945 User Manual. This manual provides you with most of the information you need to use your RM Mobile One 945 notebook. This manual includes: _ familiarising yourself with your RM Mobile One 945...

  • Page 7: Safety

    This notebook is designed to meet EN60950, BS7002 and IEC950 safety standards, which apply to information technology equipment, including electrical business equipment. RM products comply fully with the European Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (89/336/EEC) The relevant standards are EN50082-1 and EN55022 and these...

  • Page 8: Plugs And Sockets

    Ventilation and Dust Protection Your RM Mobile One 945 notebook has a cooling fan outlet on the base of the notebook. Always make sure that all the ventilation outlets are not obstructed, to prevent your notebook from overheating.
  • Page 9 Other Precautions The Mobile One 945 notebook is designed to be operated at temperatures between 5°C and 35°C. It is recommended that the unit remain below 25°C for optimal operation.
  • Page 10 • Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. • Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Getting Started

    • Customer Account Number The despatch note has your customer account number printed on it. You will need this number if you ever need to call RM. Make a note of the number on the inside front cover of this manual (or another suitable place).

  • Page 12: Disks And Manuals

    notebook. These may also be required if you need to demonstrate you are using correctly licensed software. Disks and Manuals _ Making backups You may be required to make a set of backup disks using a utility provided on your system. Always use copies of master disks rather than using the originals.

  • Page 13: Getting Started

    Kensington lock. 1.1: Getting Started The RM Mobile One 945 comes with the option of “always on wireless”. To enable this, turn the wireless on using Fn + F2 and then go into the BIOS settings as the notebook is booting by pressing F2.
  • Page 14 - but take care not to overload the circuit. The RM Mobile One 945 also comes with an anti-trip cable. RM strongly advise that if the notebook is being used plugged in, then the anti-trip cable is also used.
  • Page 15 _ Adjust your chair and monitor so that you find the most comfortable position. _ Check that there are no reflections from windows or bright lights; if this is unavoidable, adjust curtains and blinds or buy an anti- glare cover for your monitor. _ Make sure you have enough space underneath your desk to move your legs freely.

  • Page 16: Chapter 2 System Description

    Chapter 2 System Description This chapter describes various aspects of your RM Mobile One 945 notebook. It covers: _ the exterior of the notebook _ using the hard disk and CD-ROM drives _ Instant keys...
  • Page 17 Check Content 2.1 The Front of the RM Mobile One 945...
  • Page 18 2.2 Side of RM Mobile One 945 Rear of RM Mobile One 945...

  • Page 19: General Summary

    One 945. The hot keys can only be activated when the Fn (Function) key is held Fn+F1 = “Zz” Icon (F1): Places the RM Mobile One 945 in suspend mode Fn+F2 = “Radio” Icon (F2): Toggles the internal wireless on and off...

  • Page 20: Instant Launch Keys

    Fn+Ins = Numlock (Ins): Toggles on/off Numlock Fn+Del = Scr Lock (Del) = Toggles on/off scroll lock 2.5 Instant Launch Keys The RM Mobile One 945 is fitted with Instant Launch keys Internet Launch Key Pressing this button will launch your Internet browser...
  • Page 22 2.6 Status Indicators Drive Activity Indicator Indicates that the RM Mobile One 945 is accessing a drive such as the hard drive Number Lock Indicates that the number lock is activated when lit Capital Lock Indicates that CapsLock is activated Scroll Lock Indicates that Scroll Lock is activated.
  • Page 23 Flashes when there is 1 or more new email in your inbox Wireless LAN Indicator When the internall Wireless LAN is activated, this will flash...
  • Page 24 2.7 Inserting a PCMCIA Card 1. Insert the PC card with the connector side first and label up. Standard PC cards will be flush with the RM Mobile One 945 when fully inserted 2. Carefully connect any cables or adapters needed by the PC card.

  • Page 25: Optical Drives

    DVD/CD Rewriter combo drives. The front panel of all these devices houses an activity indicator and eject button. 1. While the RM Mobile One 945 is turned on, press the eject button and the optical drive will partially eject 2. Gently pry the CD from the holder and place back into its...
  • Page 26 RM Battery Management System The BatMon utility is a Windows XP system tray applet that monitors and predicts the remaining time available from the battery. It employs a simple 'traffic light' graphic pop-up window to show teachers and pupils if there is enough remaining battery charge at the start of a lesson.

  • Page 27: Chapter 3 Fitting Hardware Options

    Fitting options Some hardware options can be fitted by you; others must be fitted by RM. If you buy a RM upgrade, which can be fitted by you, the upgrade is supplied with its own fitting instructions, which you should follow. However, if you buy an upgrade from another...
  • Page 28 Your notebook may use Dual In-line Memory Modules (DIMM) to provide random access memory (RAM). All RM Mobile One 945 notebooks are supplied with a minimum 128MB of RAM. The system board in your notebook can be upgraded using the additional sockets available.

  • Page 29: Fitting A Dimm

    3.2: Fitting Hardware Options - Memory Fitting a DIMM These instructions refer to fitting a DIMM. N.B. The retention mechanism on the sockets may vary from those illustrated. 1. Remove the cover (see page 29). 2. Hold the DIMM at a 90° angle to the empty socket with the notches on the DIMM aligned with the notches on the empty socket.

  • Page 30: Drive Upgrades

    3.3: Fitting Hardware Options – Optical Drives Drive Upgrades Your RM Mobile One 945 notebook can have a number of different drive upgrades. Your model may have a CDROM drive already fitted. Specific fitting instructions are provided with all drive upgrades.

  • Page 31: Chapter 4 Maintenance, Service And Troubleshooting

    This chapter covers the following: _ looking after the notebook _ moving and re-packing the notebook _ returning the notebook for service _ Problem solving - if things go wrong and you cannot sort out the problem contact RM Customer Support. (1-888-314-4471)

  • Page 32: Looking After Your Notebook

    Clean your notebook regularly. Dust the keyboard, monitor casing and notebook. Use a damp cloth to remove stubborn grime. The RM Mobile One 945 screen is made of toughened acrylic. Use special monitor wipes which are available from all notebook stores.

  • Page 33: Servicing

    • the mains lead appears frayed or damaged • the notebook behaves abnormally If you need to return the notebook to RM, make a new backup of all the contents on the hard disk and keep these copies in a safe place.

  • Page 34: Problem Solving

    4.4 Problem Solving Keep a note of what happens when you carry out the checks in this chapter. Notebook The blue power light does not come on when you switch on the notebook. _ Is your notebook set up as shown on the Quick Start Guide? _ Is your notebook switched on at the mains and at the notebook? _ Does the mains supply work? Try another item of equipment in the same socket.

  • Page 35: Peripherals

    Peripherals (Printers and other Input/Output devices) Equipment connected to your notebook does not work. _ Do you have the correct cable? _ Has the equipment been set up correctly according to the manufacturers setup guide? _ Has the equipment been started up correctly? _ Have any switches on the inside or the outside of the equipment been incorrectly set? _ Has your notebook been set up to recognise the equipment?

  • Page 36: Software

    _ Are you trying to save a file that is read only. See your operating system manual for further information. Forgotten Passwords If you forget your password, you will need to ring the RM helpline or return your notebook to RM to be reset. This reset is not covered by your warranty agreement.

  • Page 37: Hard Disk Problems

    _ Is it possible to start up the system using a boot disk and then read the information on the hard disk? If so, see the problem explanation below. _ If you cannot access any of the information on the hard disk, contact RM.

  • Page 38: Error Messages During Start-Up

    System board User Manual (if supplied). If an error message is displayed on the screen, which is not listed, contact RM for further information on the error which has been detected. If the POST (Power On Self Tests) detect a fatal error during start- up (i.e.
  • Page 39 If this error message is displayed frequently, you may have a hardware problem and should contact RM.
  • Page 40 If this error message returns when you switch on again, you may have a hardware problem and should contact RM. C: Drive Error D: Drive Error The BIOS is not receiving a response from either hard disk drive C or D.
  • Page 41 The BIOS is unable to obtain any response from either hard disk drive C or D. You may have a serious problem with your hard disk and should contact RM. CMOS Time & Date Not Set The time and/or date are not set. Run the Setup and set the date and time.

  • Page 42: Before You Ring For Help

    _ What happened when you tried the suggestions given on the previous pages? _ Have you changed any settings in the Setup program? If possible, ring RM with your notebook in front of you so that you can try out any suggestions given to you.

  • Page 43: Battery Care

    52 4: Maintenance, Service & Troubleshooting 53 Chapter 5 Technical Information This chapter provides detailed information about your RM Mobile One 945 notebook. Battery Care Here is a quick list of Do's and Don'ts for the care of your Li-On batteries.
  • Page 44 Ergonomics The system hardware complies with the EEC directive 90/270/EEC and the British Standards BSEN29241 (part 3) and BS7179 (part 4) for ease and comfort of use. Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) RM products comply fully with the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (89/336/EEC).
  • Page 45 This information is stored in the battery backed CMOS memory. Your notebook has been set up by RM and is ready to use. Use the CMOS Setup program to change the system settings if:...
  • Page 46 If you forget your password, you will need to ring the RM helpline, or return your notebook to RM to be reset. This reset is not covered by your warranty agreement. REMEMBER THIS BEFORE YOU CHANGE YOUR PASSWORD - CHOOSE A PASSWORD THAT YOU WILL REMEMBER.
  • Page 47 Glossary Below is a list of terms with notes on their meaning in the context of this manual. 16-bit The number of bits of information which can be dealt with by the hardware at one time. application A particular set of tasks, or a program designed to carry them out.
  • Page 48 another. communication Baud rate, word length, parity and number of parameters stop bits: settings which must be the same for serial devices sending data to each other. configuration The selection of items of equipment used by your notebook and the way they are set up for use. CPU (Central The chip, which performs the central operations, Processing...
  • Page 49 file A collection of related information stored on a disk and referred to by a filename. fixed disk See hard disk. floppy disk A disk which can store information and which is inserted in a floppy disk drive for use. format Prepare a disk for use by a particular operating system.
  • Page 50 Internal storage of a notebook, usually measured in MB or KB; see RAM and ROM. mode The way or format in which something works; many RM notebooks can use IBM Mode or PC- 186 Mode, and they all offer a variety of screen modes. monitor The component of a notebook system on which information is displayed;...
  • Page 51 "in parallel" (at the same time). parity Usually one "bit" of a byte used to check that the byte has been transmitted and received correctly. park Secure the heads of a hard disk so that they are not damaged if the disk is moved - the hard disk fitted in your notebook has self-parking heads.
  • Page 52 An interface which transmits or receives signals one piece at a time. serial number The unique number assigned to a notebook (or a component); on RM notebooks, the serial number is on the rear of the notebook e.g. M012345678. server A notebook which controls the activities of a network.
  • Page 53 VL-bus VESA local bus (see local bus) Windows 3.11 A set of programs which extends the MS-DOS operating system. It provides a graphical user interface (GUI) based on windows, icons, menus and the use of a mouse. Windows 95 or Newer versions of Windows 3.11 which supports Windows NT Plug and play and greater security and power...

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