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NOTEBOOK COMPUTER
RF9
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  • Page 1 NOTEBOOK COMPUTER User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 Notice The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without any notice. Information contained herein is for reference only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the manufacturer or any subsequent vendor. They assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this publication nor are they in anyway responsible for any loss or damage resulting from the use (or misuse) of this publication.
  • Page 3 Revision History: Revision Date Changes Author 1.0.4 2012/10/30 Update Battery mAh and nominal voltage Pablo Tseng information. 1.0.3 2012/9/19 Update CE and Touchpad info. Pablo Tseng 1.0.2 2012/5/29 Add a notice to inform users that ext. power Joe Chang source is required when operating at -20℃. Add HDD password function.
  • Page 4 FCC (Federal Communications Commission) Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 5 Regulatory Information/ Disclaimers Installation and use of this computer must be in strict accordance with the instructions included in the user documentation provided with the product. Any changes or modifications (including the antennas) made to this device that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 6 Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) and the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms: EN55022 (CISPR 22) Radio Frequency Interference EN55024 (EN61000-4-2, EN61000-4-3, EN61000-4-4, EN61000-4-5, EN61000-4-6, EN61000-4-8,...
  • Page 7 CE Declaration of Conformity It is 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 (2004/108/EC), Low-voltage Directive (2006/95/EC), the Amendment Directive (93/68/EEC), and the procedures given in European Council Directive (99/5/EC and 2004/108/EC ).
  • Page 8 Power Conservation This computer consumes much less power than conventional computers. However, power consumption may be further reduced by configuring the Power Management Setup. It is recommended to enable power-saving functions when operating this computer, as Power Management functions do not impact system performance while saving power.
  • Page 9 Battery Precautions  Only use batteries designed for this computer. Wrong and incompatible batteries may cause explosion, leakage or damage to the computer.  Do not remove the battery from the computer while it is powered on.  Do not continuously use a battery that has been dropped, or that appears damaged (e.g.
  • Page 10 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 to 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.

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER ONE - GETTING STARTED........1 ....................1 NPACKING ..................2 UICK PERATION ................3 PPEARANCE VERVIEW CHAPTER TWO - OPERATING INFORMATION ......8 ..................... 8 ORKPLACE ................... 8 UGGEDNESS ..............9 ORK WITH OWER UTTON POST ................. 9 P AND ....................
  • Page 12 CHAPTER FIVE - DRIVERS AND APPLICATIONS ....40 ..................40 HIPSET RIVER VGA ...................... 40 ....................40 UDIO ) ..............41 OUCH CREEN PTIONAL LAN (O ) ................ 41 IGABIT PTIONAL ) ................42 ODEM PTIONAL ................42 IRELESS ANAGER WLAN (O ) .................
  • Page 13 SP200 ..............51 URGE ROTECTOR RT202D ............51 ATTERY HARGER COM 3/4 C ........51 ARD AND DDITIONAL ERIAL ORTS ......51 ILITARY ONNECTOR ILITARY ERIAL ONNECTOR (TPM) ............52 RUST LATFORM ODULE CHAPTER EIGHT - MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE....53 ....................

  • Page 14: Chapter One - Getting Started

    Getting Started Chapter One - Getting Started Unpacking The following components are shipped along with your computer. If any component is missing or damaged, please notify the dealer immediately.  Computer Unit  Removable HDD (Hard Disk Drive)  Removable ODD (Optical Disk Drive) ...

  • Page 15: Quick Operation

    Getting Started Quick Operation  Loosen the battery screw, remove the battery insulation sheet, and mount the battery.  Connect the AC adapter with the computer and start charging the battery for at least 10 minutes.  Turn ON the computer by pressing the power switch. Notice: ...

  • Page 16: Appearance Overview

    Getting Started Appearance Overview LCD Panel Open Embedded Antennas (Optional): HSDPA/UMTS, WLAN-L, GPS, Bluetooth, WLAN-R (from left to right) RF Devices All ON/OFF (Optional) LED Indicators and Power Switch: Heater HDD in Use BT/WLAN/GPS Secondary Battery Charging Keyboard Number Lock Primary Battery Charging Keyboard Caps Lock Power Indicator...
  • Page 17 Getting Started Right View 1. Flex Bay: a. Standard: SATA ODD (Optical Disk Drive) b. Optional: 2 HDD or 2 Battery 2. SATA HDD (Hard Disk Drive) Chapter One - 4...
  • Page 18 Getting Started Left View 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 PS/2 Port (Keyboard + Mouse) LAN RJ45 (Optional) IEEE1394 Port (Fire Wire) USB Port (Universal Serial Bus) USB Port (Universal Serial Bus) USB Port (Universal Serial Bus) External Speaker & Earphone Jack Line-in Jack Microphone Jack 10.
  • Page 19 Getting Started Rear View Optional: Military Connector Port Optional: Military Connector Port Optional: Military Connector Port DC Power Jack Serial Port DB9 (COM1/ Default: RS232) RGB Port Printer Port Serial Port DB9 (COM2/ Default: RS232) DVI Port Chapter One - 6...
  • Page 20 Getting Started Bottom View 1. Primary Battery 2. ODD Latch 3. HDD Latch Chapter One - 7...

  • Page 21: Chapter Two - Operating Information

    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.).

  • Page 22: Work With Power Button

    Operating Information Operating System This notebook computer is compatible with most operating systems (OS). However, not all functions are 100% compatible. For example, ACPI, Smart Battery, and etc. are not available on DOS, and other non-Microsoft OS. Consequently “Standby”, “Hibernation”, “Battery Gauge”, and etc. would not work under such operating systems.

  • Page 23: Shut Down

    Operating Information Shut down Before shutting down, please always remember to save the unfinished works and close the application for preventing from any possible data loss or HDD damage. “Shut down” will totally turn OFF the power of your notebook computer. If you want to start your notebook computer again, you need to press the power switch.

  • Page 24: Keyboard

    Operating Information Keyboard The keyboard is functionally equivalent to a full size desktop keyboard. A sample layout is shown below. The Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad functions are the same as an electronic calculator. It is embedded in the main keyboard, with the numeric figures printed on the upper right of their respective keys.

  • Page 25: Hard Disk Drive (Hdd)

    Operating Information Hard Disk Drive (HDD) The Hard Disk Drive (HDD) is a 2.5” type/ 9.5mm height standard SATA interface data storage device. HDD and ODD (Optical Disk Drive) are removable. This design provides convenience and security. They can ONLY be removed when the power is OFF.

  • Page 26: Express And Pc Cards

    Operating Information Read from the ODD The ODD may be designated as drive D: or higher depending on your configuration. You may access to it in DOS or Windows. Please avoid shock or vibration when the optical device is active. Express and PC Cards The computer supports one PC Card I/II and one Express Card or two PC Card I/II cards.

  • Page 27: Replacing Modules

    Operating Information Replacing Modules To remove the modules: 1. Turn OFF the computer or hibernate. 2. Disconnect all cables from the computer. 3. Use a coin to turn and loose the screws on the modules. 4. Remove the battery from the compartment. 5.

  • Page 28: Wireless Devices (Optional)

    Operating Information Wireless Devices (Optional) Before using wireless devices, please turn “ON” the Wireless Devices All ON/OFF Switch, and then use the Wireless Manager to do the rest settings. The following instructions are only for the models with optional Wireless Devices (Wireless LAN/ Bluetooth/ WWAN/ GPS) and taking the systems working under Windows 7/ 64-bit OS for example.
  • Page 29 Operating Information Bluetooth Driver & Application Installation: Install the Bluetooth driver first. Then, install the Wireless Manager. Launch the Wireless Manager: Launch the Wireless Manager. Click “Bluetooth” for enabling the Bluetooth function (click again for disabling the Bluetooth function). Once the Bluetooth starts up, the RF LED will turn on accordingly.
  • Page 30 Operating Information WWAN Insert the SIM card: Turn off your computer. Reverse your computer to the bottom side. Find the battery bay and loosen the screw besides it. Loosen screw besides the battery bay. Remove the battery. After removing the battery, able to see the SIM card lock.
  • Page 31 Operating Information Slide the SIM card lock to the left to open. Pull up the SIM card slot. Pull up the SIM card to open. Put your SIM card into the SIM card slot. Push down the SIM card slot. Chapter Two - 18...
  • Page 32 Operating Information Driver & Application Installation: Install the WWAN driver first. Then, install the Wireless Manager. Launch the Wireless Manager: Launch the Wireless Manager. Click “WWAN” for enabling the WWAN function (click again for disabling the WWAN function). Once the WWAN starts up, the RF LED will turn on accordingly.
  • Page 33 Enter into the "Device Manager" in “My Computer” to update driver, then select "Browse my computer..", then select "Browse for driver..., and search for "RK9 - RF9 - RT9 - \ Drivers\ Windows 7 (64-bit)\ GPS_ublox5" then follow the prompt to complete installation. Please see the illustration as below (with GPS function “ON”):...
  • Page 34 Operating Information Note: You are able to do a quick operation for disabling all the Wireless devices by clicking “ALL OFF” in Wireless Manager. Please see the illustration as below:  Also, a quick turn-off by Wireless Devices All ON/OFF Switch is a hardware design for “Fly Mode”.

  • Page 35: Chapter Three - Managing Power

    Managing Power Chapter Three - Managing Power AC Adapter The AC adapter performs two functions:  It powers the computer from an external AC source.  It charges the computer battery. The adapter automatically detects the AC line voltage (100V or 240V) and adjusts accordingly.

  • Page 36: Battery

    Managing Power Battery The power source will automatically switch to battery when the external power source (AC adapter or optional vehicle adapter) is disconnected. Battery Low When the battery is nearly exhausted, the computer gives the following “Battery Low” warnings: ...
  • Page 37 Managing Power Battery Charging Notice The followings are the detailed information for charging the Primary and Secondary batteries under AC and DC modes: AC mode:  When the Power Status is changed and AC mode is detected, the Primary battery will be charged. ...
  • Page 38 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 computer comes with an intelligent power-saving feature. You may extend the battery life by: ...

  • Page 39: Power Conservation

    Managing Power Power Conservation This computer consumes much less power than conventional computers. However, power consumption may be reduced by configuring the Power Management Setup properly. It is recommended the power saving functions to be enabled even when not running on battery power. Power Management will not degrade performance while saving power.

  • Page 40: Chapter Four - Bios Setup

    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]. Please enter Default Supervisor Password [0000], while entering into BIOS Setup Menu.
  • Page 41 BIOS Setup General Help Window Pressing <F1> or <Alt-H> at any menu brings up the General Help window that describes the detailed keys and functions for setup. The scroll bar on the right of any window indicates that there is more than one page of information in the window.

  • Page 42: Sata Port 1 Sub-Menu

    BIOS Setup SATA Port 1 Sub-Menu Phoenix SecureCore (tm) Setup Utility Main SATA Port 1 [Auto] Item Specific Help Type: [Auto] User = you enter LBA Format parameters of hard-disk Total Sectors: 976773168 drive installed at this Maximum Capacity: 500GB SATA 1 connection.

  • Page 43: Sata Port 2 Sub-Menu

    BIOS Setup SATA Port 2 Sub-Menu Phoenix SecureCore (tm) Setup Utility Main SATA Port 2 [Auto] Item Specific Help Type: [Auto] User = you enter LBA Format parameters of hard-disk Total Sectors: 976773168 drive installed at this Maximum Capacity: 40008MB SATA 2 connection.

  • Page 44: Advanced Menu

    BIOS Setup Advanced Menu Phoenix SecureCore (tm) Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Boot-time Diagnostic Screen: [Enabled] QuickBoot Mode: [Enabled] Display the diagnostic USB 2.0 Control: [Enabled] screen during boot Passive Cooling Trip Point: [87 C] Core Multi-Processing: [Enabled] Intel(R) SpeedStep (tm)

  • Page 45: Advanced Menu Selections

    BIOS Setup Advanced Menu Selections You can make the following selections on the Advanced Menu. Feature Options Description Boot-time Enable Display the diagnostic screen during Diagnostic Screen Disabled boot QuickBoot Mode Enable Allows the system to skip certain tests Disabled while booting.

  • Page 46: Bios Settings For Windows Xp Installation

    BIOS Setup BIOS Settings For Windows XP Installation If you wish to install Windows XP on your notebook computer, please take note of the following procedures. 1. Please enter BIOS Settings by pressing F2 during boot-up. 2. Proceed to Advanced Menu tab. 3.
  • Page 47 BIOS Setup SIO SMC27 CONFIGURATION Sub-Menu Selections You can make the following selections on the SIO SMC27 CONFIGURATION Sub-Menu. Feature Options Description Configure COM1 using device options: COM1 port 3F8-IRQ 4 [Disabled] Disabled No configuration [3F8-IRQ 4] Set the base I/O address for COM1 Configure UART mode options: COM1 mode RS232...

  • Page 48: Security Menu

    BIOS Setup Security Menu Warning: If you forget user/supervisor password, the computer has to send back to manufacturer and replace EEPROM to make it work again. If you forget your HDD password, the HDD cannot be recovered and needs to be replaced. Phoenix SecureCore (tm) Setup Utility Main Advanced...
  • Page 49 BIOS Setup Security Menu Selections You can make the following selections on the Security Menu. Feature Options Description Set Supervisor Enter Supervisor Password controls Password access to the setup utility. Set HDD 0 Enter Enter HDD 0 Password Password Set HDD 1 Enter Enter HDD 1 Password Password...

  • Page 50: Rf Interface Control Sub-Menu

    BIOS Setup RF Interface Control Sub-Menu Phoenix SecureCore (tm) Setup Utility Security RF Interface Control Item Specific Help Wireless LAN: [Disabled] Wireless LAN Control WWAN: [Disabled] GPS: [Disabled] BlueTooth: [Disabled] –/+ Help ↑↓ Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults Esc Exit ↔...

  • Page 51: Boot Menu

    BIOS Setup Boot Menu Phoenix SecureCore (tm) Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Boot priority order: 1: USB HDD: 2: USB CDROM: Keys used to view or 3: USB KEY: configure devices: 4: IDE HDD: (Auto) Up and Down arrows select 5: CD: a device.

  • Page 52: Exit Menu

    BIOS Setup Exit Menu Phoenix SecureCore (tm) Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Exit System Setup and save Discard Changes your changes to CMOS. Save Changes –/+ ↑↓...

  • Page 53: Chapter Five - Drivers And Applications

    Run "Setup.exe" in the directory of: "RF9-RK9-RT9\Drivers\Win7(64bit)\VGA\Win7Vista_64_151716", and then follow the instructions to install. Windows XP/SP3: Run "winxp_14428.exe" in the directory of: "RF9-RK9-RT9\Drivers\WinXP(32bit)\VGA", and then follow the instructions to install. Audio Windows 7/Ultimate 64-bit: Run "Setup.exe" in the directory of: "RF9-RK9-RT9\Drivers\Win7(64bit)\Audio\Vista_Win7_R260", and then follow...

  • Page 54: Touch Screen (Optional)

    PCIe_1G Lan \ Install_Win7_7046_07202011", and then follow the instructions to install. Windows XP/SP3: Run "setup.exe" in the directory of "RF9-RK9-RT9 \ Drivers \ WinXP (32bit) \ PCIe_1G LAN \ PCIE_Install_5788_07202011", and then follow the instructions to install. Chapter Five - 41...

  • Page 55: Modem (Optional)

    Wireless Manager 20110222", and then follow the instructions to install. WLAN (Optional) Windows 7/Ultimate 64-bit: Run "iprodifx.exe" in the directory of: "RF9-RK9-RT9\Drivers\Win7(64bit)\WLAN_5100\Intel", and then follow the instructions to install. Windows XP/SP3: Run "ICS_Dx32.exe" in the directory of: "RF9-RK9-RT9\Drivers\WinXP(32bit)\WLAN_5100\V13.4.0.0", and then follow the instructions to install.

  • Page 56: Bluetooth (Optional)

    7.0.348.1\install", and then follow the instructions to install. Windows XP/SP3: First, enter into the "Wireless Manager" to turn on the Bluetooth device. Run "setup.exe" in the directory of "RF9-RK9-RT9\ Drivers\ WinXP(32bit)\ BLU_BC4_V5.x\BlueSoleil 5.4.314.3\install", and then follow the instructions to install.

  • Page 57: Wwan (Optional)

    "RF9-RF9-RK9-RT9\Drivers\Win7(64bit)\ hc25_2_64bit_drivers" then follow the prompt to complete installation. **: Then copy the "Conman" in the directory of: "RF9-RK9-RT9\Drivers\Win7(64bit)\ hc25_2_64bit_drivers" for connect to internet. Windows XP/SP3: Run "Autorun.exe" in the directory of: "RF9-RK9-RT9\Drivers\WinXP(32bit)\HSDPA_HC25\hc25_rev02050_conman _install", and then follow the instructions to install.

  • Page 58: Chapter Six - Specifications

    Specifications Chapter Six - Specifications  Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor CPU runs at multiple speeds depending on the CPU type and operating system. Also, CPU speed switches automatically by detecting AC adapter/ battery operation and busy state. Memory System Memory: From 1GB to 8GB Cache Memory: 6 MB...

  • Page 59: Hard Disk Drive (Hdd)

    Specifications Hard Disk Drive (HDD)  2.5” (Removable) Type:  Height: 9.5mm  Interface: SATA Optical Disk Drive (ODD)  Type: 5.25” (Removable)  Height: 12.7mm  Interface: SATA I/O Ports  PS/2 x1 (KB + mouse)  USB 2.0 x 3 ...

  • Page 60: System Unit Dimensions And Weight

    Specifications Battery Primary Battery:  Type: 9 x 18650 cells Lithium Ion  Capacity: 10.8V 8700mAh  Dimension: 103 mm (W) x 73 mm (D) x 38 mm (H)  Weight: 435 g Battery (Optional):  Type: 9 x 18650 cells Lithium Ion ...

  • Page 61: Materials And Recycling

    Specifications Materials and Recycling Materials of the computer are as follows:  Cabinet: Aluminum Alloy ADC-12, Magnesium Alloy AZ91D, UL grade PC+ABS GE C6200 or TN-3813BW  Bracket: Aluminum 5052, Steel with Nickel Plating, or Stainless Steel S304  Cushion pad: Silicon Rubber, TPE ...

  • Page 62: Chapter Seven - Optional Devices

    Optional Devices Chapter Seven - Optional Devices Memory Card The memory card will expand your memory to facilitate better system performance. 1GB, 2GB, and 4GB SO-DIMM DDR3 memory cards are acceptable: MXM II Graphic Card Besides the standard graphic controller, an optional MXM II card is also available to enhance the displaying ability of your notebook computer.

  • Page 63: Lan And Modem Card

    Optional Devices LAN and Modem Card  10Mb/100Mb/1Gb LAN Card  56Kbps V.92 Modem Card Wireless LAN Card  IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n wireless LAN card Bluetooth  Bluetooth® v2.1 + EDR system (Class 2)  Backward compatible with v1.1/1.2/2.0 devices. WWAN ...

  • Page 64: Built-In Vehicle Adapter

    Optional Devices Built-in Vehicle Adapter Converting power from car lighters or truck batteries to DC +19V, they are the same output ratings as AC adapters. It can power the system and charge the batteries simultaneously. Caution: Remove or disconnect the adapter when leaving the vehicle to avoid battery exhaustion.

  • Page 65: Trust Platform Module (Tpm)

    Optional Devices Trust Platform Module (TPM) There is an optional Trust Platform Module (TPM) equipped with this notebook computer for users to strengthen the security. With TPM, users are able to encrypt the folders and files directly and make the important file be more secure and be with an additional protection.

  • Page 66: Chapter Eight - Maintenance And Service

    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.

  • Page 67: Rma Service

    Maintenance and Service 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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