CE260/1 UMPC User Guide
UMPC User Guide Copyright©2007 All Rights Reserved - Printed in Taiwan CE260 UMPC User Guide Original Issue: 2007/06 This manual guides you in setting up and using your new UMPC (UltraMobility personal computer). Information in this manual has been carefully checked for accuracy and is subject to change without notice.
N otebook User Guide FCC Information to User Safety and Care Instructions No matter what your level of experience with UMPCs, please make sure you read the safety and care instructions. This information can help protect you and your UMPC from possible harm. For Safety Regulation: z z z Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Li-Ion battery is vulnerable, do not charge it with other power adapter, or it may cause fire or explosion.
UMPC User Guide installation. If this equipment does not cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encourage to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna • Increase the separation between the device and receiver • Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
N otebook User Guide This device has been tested for compliance with FCC RF Exposure (SAR) limits in the typical laptop computer configuration and this device can be used in desktop or laptop computers with side mounted PCMCIA slots. This device cannot be used with handheld PDAs (personal digital assistants). This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
UMPC User Guide cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: ---Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ---Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ---Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
N otebook User Guide All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations. Peripheral Devices Notice Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc) certified to comply with Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with non-certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio reception.
UMPC User Guide 99/5/EC and 89/3360EEC. The equipment was passed. The test was performed according to the following European standards: EN 300 328 V.1.6.1 (2004) EN 301 489-1 V.1.3.1 (2001) / EN 301 489-17 V.1.2.1 (2001) EN 301 893 V.1.3.1 (2004) EN 50371 (2002) EN 60950 (2000) EN 55022: 2001 EN 55024: 2001 EN 60950: 2000 EN 61000-3-2: 2000 EN 61000-3-3: 1995 + A1: 2001 802.11b & 802.11g Restrictions: - European standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power of 100mW EIRP and frequency range 2.400-2.
N otebook User Guide About Your UMPC Congratulation for having purchased your new UMPC. This UMPC incorporates the newest features to serve your daily needs easily for anywhere you go.
UMPC User Guide About Your User Guide Welcome to your New UMPC User Guide. This manual introduces you to the basic concepts of your new UMPC. This manual is divided into eight chapters.
N otebook User Guide Table of Contents ABOUT YOUR UMPC.............................................................................. 9 ABOUT YOUR USER GUIDE............................................................... 10 1 INTRODUCTION............................................................................. 15 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 2 FEATURE HIGHLIGHT ..................................................................... 16 UNPACKING THE UMPC..................................................
UMPC 2.6 3 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 STARTING YOUR OPERATING SYSTEM .......................................... 42 UNDERSTANDING THE KEYBOARD FUNCTIONS ............................. 42 Basic Keyboard Functions ........................................................... 44 Cursor Control Keys .................................................................... 46 Screen Control Keys..................................................................... 46 Windows Hot Keys...........................................
N otebook User Guide 4.7 5 CONNECTING TO PERIPHERALS ............................................. 67 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 6 PLAYING VIDEO AND MPEG FILES ............................................... 65 USING THE USB PORT ................................................................... 68 USING AN EXTERNAL DVI-I PORT ....................................................... 69 USING THE EXTERNAL AUDIO SYSTEM.......................................... 70 USING THE LAN PORT..............................
UMPC User Guide APPENDIX A SYSTEM SPECIFICATION........................................ 95 SYSTEM SPECIFICATION .......................................................................... 96 Processor Unit.............................................................................. 96 System Memory............................................................................. 96 LCD Display................................................................................. 96 VGA System .......................
1 Introduction 1 Introduction Your UMPC is a fully Windows® compatible portable computer. Slim, sleek and shinning through with features, this UMPC is to match all the demands for high performance computing and multimedia technology. Your UMPC runs a wide variety to customize your special requirements, personal productivity, entertainment, professional applications and especially ideal for use on the road.
UMPC 1.1 User Guide Feature Highlight Before we identify each part of your UMPC, we will first introduce you to other notable features of your UMPC. Processing Unit • Your UMPC runs on VIA C7TM M microprocessor that is integrated with 128KB L2 Cache. Check with your dealer on the CPU type and speed. • Fully compatible with an entire library of PC software based on operating systems such as Windows XP.
1 Introduction 32-bit PCI Enhanced IDE optimizes the data transfer between the CPU and PATA hard disk drives. Support ultra DMA ATA-66 PIO Mode up to PIO Mode 4, bus mastering for LBA Scheme. Audio System Full-duplex 16-bit stereo audio system output. Sound Blaster compatible. Flash BIOS Flash BIOS allows you to easily upgrade the System BIOS using the Phoenix Flash utility program. Power and System Management 1.
UMPC User Guide ; An AC Adapter and AC Power Cord ; Li-Ion Battery Pack ; CD Driver Utility and User Guide ; Quick Setup Manual Carefully inspect each component to make sure that nothing is missing and/or damaged. Be sure to save the shipping materials and the carton in case you need to ship the UMPC or store for an extended period of time. 1.3 The Inside of the UMPC The UMPC is compact with features on every side. First, look at the inside of the system.
1 Introduction 1. Color Widescreen LCD Display 3. Keyboard 5. Customized Module 8. Touchpad Pointing Device • 2.6 Built-in Stereo Speaker 4. LED Indicators 7. Power On/Resume Button Color Widescreen LCD Display The UMPC comes with a color LCD that you can adjust for a comfortable viewing position. The LCD is 7” TFT color LCD with 800 x 480 (Wide XGA with ratio 16:10) resolution panels.
UMPC ⇓ 20 User Guide Simultaneous display capability for LCD and external desktop computer monitor. • Built-in Stereo Speakers Integrated mini stereo speaker provides sound and audio output for your multimedia presentations or listening pleasure. • Keyboard ⇓ Standard QWERTY-key layout and full-sized 80 keys keyboard with Windows system hot-keys, embedded numeric keypad, 8 hot keys, inverted "T" cursor arrow keys, and separate page screen control keys.
1 Introduction • Touchpad Pointing Device Microsoft mouse compatible with two Touchpad click buttons. The two select buttons located at each side of the Touchpad support tapping selection and dragging functions. These buttons work like a standard UMPC mouse. Simply move your fingertip over the Touchpad to control the position of the cursor. Use the selection buttons at each side of the Touchpad to select menu items.
UMPC 1.4 User Guide • Drive Access When LED turns on indicates that the system is accessing the Hard Disk or Optical Disk Drive. • WLAN/Bluetooth Access When LED turns on indicates that the wireless LAN module is activated. When LED lights off, it indicates that the function is disabled. • Caps Lock When LED turns on indicates that the Caps Lock key on the keyboard is activated. When activated, all alphabet keys typed in will be in uppercase or capital letters.
1 Introduction 1.5 • Air-Outlet Vent Emits the heat out of your UMPC and keeps it within operating temperature. • DVI-I Port This socket can accept both analog signal (VGA) and digital signal (DVI) inputs. The “DVI-I” is the abbreviation of “Digital Video InteractiveIntegrated” • 4 in 1 card slot The card slot supports SD, MMC, MS (Memory Stick) and MS_Pro flash memory card format. You can use either of the 4 types flash memory cards for extra storage media.
UMPC User Guide 1. Microphone Jack 3. USB 2.0 Port 5. LAN Port 2. Headphone Jack 4. Air-Outlet Vent 6. DC Power Port Right Side Features 24 • Microphone Jack Allows you to connect an external microphone for monophonic sound recording directly into your UMPC. • Headphone Jack Lets you plug in a stereo headphone, powered speakers, or earphone set with 1/8 inch phono plug for personal listening. • USB 2.0 Port The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows you to connect USB 2.
1 Introduction 1.6 The Underside of the UMPC The bottom of the UMPC offers the following features. 1. Battery Release Latch 3. Battery Bay 2. Battery Lock Latch Bottom of the System • Battery Release Latch To release the battery, first locate the Battery Lock Latch at the left side in unlock status, then push the Battery Release Latch to the right end to remove the battery pack. • Battery Lock Latch Push the latch to the right side to lock and secure the battery.
UMPC 1.7 User Guide UMPC Accessories AC Adapter The AC Adapter supplies external power to your UMPC and charges the internal battery pack simultaneously. The AC adapter has an auto-switching design that can connect to any 100VAC ~ 240VAC power outlets. Change the power cord if you are going to use your UMPC in countries with different connector outlets. When you connect the AC adapter, it charges the battery whether or not the UMPC is powered on.
Getting Started 2 2 Getting Started Your UMPC is designed and pre-configured for easy setup and use. This chapter describes the installation steps you should follow to get the UMPC up and running as quickly as possible.
UMPC 2.1 User Guide Using the Battery Pack The UMPC is designed to operate with one of the following power sources: • With AC power using the AC adapter connected to an electrical outlet. • With a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack. You should use the AC adapter whenever it is possible, relying on the battery pack only when AC power is unavailable. Before you use your UMPC, install and recharge the battery pack first.
Getting Started 2 Installing the Battery Pack This UMPC provides the most convenient way to install the battery pack into your UMPC. With the extended nose directed toward the compartment, insert and push the battery pack.
UMPC User Guide Replacing the Battery Pack When your UMPC estimates that the battery only has enough charge to continue for a few minutes, it will alert you with a battery low warning beep. If you are consuming a lot of power by using the audio system, and the hard disk drives, your UMPC might run out of charge much sooner than you expect. You should always respond to the battery low indication by connecting to AC power or turning off your UMPC, or suspending your UMPC to disk.
Getting Started 2.2 2 Connecting the AC Power Source The AC adapter provides external power source to your UMPC and charges the internal battery pack at the same time. The AC adapter also has an autoswitching design that can connect to any 100VAC ~ 240VAC power outlets. To connect the power adapter: 1. Plug the AC power cord into the power socket of the AC power adapter. 2. Plug the other end of the AC power cord to a live AC wall outlet. 3.
UMPC + 2.3 User Guide y For the power supply of this equipment, an approved power cord has to be used. y Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the total current load of all the connected devices. y Before cleaning the UMPC, make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies (i.e. AC adapter). Starting Your UMPC The Power/Resume button is found on the right-top of the base unit.
Getting Started 2 already made the necessary settings for your UMPC optimal operation. Refer to Chapter 6 on running the SETUP program later. After the test has completed, your UMPC will start to search and boot up the operating system from your hard drive. The UMPC normally comes with a Windows operating system pre-installed in your hard drive. Consult the Windows manual on how to use the program. If not, contact your dealer for assistance. 2.
UMPC User Guide INSTALLING WINDOWS XP FROM OPTICAL DISK DRIVE To install Windows XP directly from your USB - Slim Combo Drive, please go to Boot menu of BIOS setup menu. Use arrow key to select "CD-ROM Drive", then use "+" or "-" to move it to the top. Go to Exit menu and select "Exit Saving Changes". Accordingly, insert the Windows XP installation CD into USB - Slim Combo Drive with following the instructions on the screen to finish the installation.
Getting Started 2 7. Click “Next” to continue the installation. 8. Tick the option "Yes, I want to restart my computer now.", and press “Finish” to restart your system. INSTALLING THE VGA DEVICE DRIVER Following is the procedure for installing the Video Accelerator 3D Adapter VGA driver to your UMPC: Installing VGA device driver for Windows XP 1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears. 2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as. "E:\Drivers\WinXP\VGA\Set
UMPC User Guide and press "Finish" to restart your system. INSTALLING THE HOTKEY UTILITY Please follow the procedures below for installing the Hotkey utility: Installing Hotkey utility for Windows XP 1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears. 2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as. "E:\Drivers\WinXP\Hotkey\Setup.exe " 3. Click “OK” to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears. 4. Click “Next” to continue the installation. 5.
Getting Started 2 INSTALLING BLUETOOTH DEVICE DRIVER Please follow the procedures below for installing the Bluetooth driver: + The Bluetooth device must be active before installing Bluetooth driver. Installing Bluetooth driver for Windows XP 1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears. 2. Click the Browse button and specify the directory as. "E:\Drivers\WinXP\Bluetooth\Setup.exe". 3. Click “OK” to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears. 4.
UMPC User Guide 3. Click "OK" to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears. 4. Click “Next” to execute the setup program 5. Click “Install” to implement setup program to install this driver. 6. Click “Finish” to complete the installation. INSTALLING THE TOUCH PANEL DEVICE UTILITY Please follow the procedures below for installing the Touch Panel utility: Installing Touch Panel utility for Windows XP 1. Click the Start button, then point to Run. The Run dialog box appears. 2.
Getting Started 2 3. Click “OK” to execute the setup program. The Setup box appears. 4. Click “OK” to complete the installation. 2.6 Turning off Your UMPC If you are not going to use the UMPC for a while, it is best to turn off the power of the UMPC. Before turning off the power, you need to first close all application programs and shut down the operating system. After turning off the UMPC, make it a habit to leave the LCD panel open for a while whenever used for an extended period of time.
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Using Your UMPC 3 3 Using Your UMPC This chapter describes how to operate the standard built-in features of the UMPC. If you are unfamiliar with UMPC or the Microsoft® Windows® operating system, in addition to this chapter, we recommend reading the Windows® Help and Support page located on your UMPC.
UMPC 3.1 User Guide Starting Your Operating System The operating system is the software foundation for your UMPC. It is the platform for all your software application programs to run on. The most popular operating system today is Microsoft® Windows®. The UMPC comes with an operating system pre-installed and needs only to be setup and configured during initial use. 3.
Using Your UMPC 1. Function Keys 3. Windows Start Menu Key 5. Windows Shortcut Key 3 2. Control Keys 4. Control Keys 6. Cursor Control Keys Keyboard Key features and operations are described below: • Function Keys Function keys are application-driven, like F1 through F12 can be found on the keyboard. These keys work together with the Fn key to activate special functions. Some keys (printed in blue on keypad) are preprogrammed with dual functions.
UMPC • User Guide Windows keys Use the following two keys to facilitate your work: ⇓ Start Menu key Displays the Start menu. ⇓ Shortcut/Application key Provides quick access to shortcut menus. This key acts like a right mouse button. • Cursor Control keys Cursor control keys let you position the cursor on the screen where you want. In the screen, the cursor is a blinking underline, block, or vertical bar depending on the application. The cursor indicates where the next text typed is inserted.
Using Your UMPC Keypad + 3 Function Description + key. Known as the Print Screen key. Press this key to map the whole screen to share memory for your specific usage. key. Known as the Delete key. Press this key to delete the character to the right of the cursor, or delete marked texts or items. key. Press this key to temporarily halt execution of a command. Pressing any other key to resume execution of a command. key.
UMPC User Guide Keypad + Function Description key. Used in most application program to always activate uppercase alphabet characters. + key. Used in most application program to scroll the screen without having to move the cursor. CURSOR CONTROL KEYS Keypad Function Description Up arrow key. Moves the cursor up one line at a time. Down arrow key. Moves the cursor down one line at a time. Left arrow key. Moves the cursor to the left one space at a time. Right arrow key.
Using Your UMPC Keypad 3 Function Description + + key. Moves the cursor up one screen at a time + + key. Moves the cursor down one screen at a time + + key. Moves the cursor to the end of a screen or line. WINDOWS HOT KEYS Keypad Function Description key. Pulls up the Windows Start menu. key. Performs a mouse right-click function for Windows system.
UMPC User Guide Keypad 48 Function Description + To enable the Wireless LAN/Bluetooth function. + Switches display between LCD, CRT, or LCD and CRT simultaneously. + Switches the screen between Vertical or Horizontal display. + To shut down or resume the built-in system speaker volume. + Decreases the brightness of LCD display incrementally. + Increases the brightness of LCD display incrementally. + Decreases the audio volume of the UMPC incrementally.
Using Your UMPC 3.3 3 Using the Touchpad Pointing Device Your UMPC comes with a built-in Touchpad pointing device that is found on the center of the palm-rest surface. The Touchpad offers a number of options that let you customize how it functions. To access these options, locate the Control Panel and double click on the Mouse icon. The options let you control the size and color of the cursor, cursor speed, the accepted double-click speed, and selection button orientation.
UMPC User Guide 1. Left Selection Button 2. Right Selection Button 3. Touchpad Touchpad Features Here how to use the Touchpad pointing device: 3.4 1. The rectangular surface acts like a miniature duplicate of your display screen. To move the mouse cursor, place the finger lightly on the sensor pad and move in the desired direction. If you reach the end of the pad, lift your finger and place it back down on the other side of the pad. 2.
Using Your UMPC 3 you are connecting an external high-resolution and high-frequency CRT or LCD. Please Refer to Section 5 "Installing the UMPC Device Drivers" of Chapter 2 in this manual for the procedures on how to install the VGA device driver under Windows. After installing the VGA driver, you would then configure the display resolution or screen size to match your LCD display panel. This UMPC model provides Wide screen 7” 800x480 (Wide XGA) resolution panels.
UMPC User Guide CHANGING THE DISPLAY PROPERTIES UNDER WINDOWS To change the display properties of your screen under Windows system, just right-click on the desktop area and select Properties or go to the Control Panel and click on the Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box will appear on your screen. Click on the Settings tab to set your desired configuration. Make sure to follow the configuration table above. + 3.
Using Your UMPC 3 Standby mode is up to you by setting proper times in Power Options of Control Panel in Window. While the UMPC is in Standby mode, the LED of power indicator flashes. To resume your working again, you can press the power button to return your work to the screen where you left off. Hibernation Mode In Hibernation mode, all system devices are powered down and the contents of RAM are stored on your hard drive.
UMPC 3.7 User Guide Using Flash Memory Cards WHAT IS FLASH MEMORY CARD? Flash Memory is a memory storage media. It is used by most digital camera, moreover, it can replace the traditional floppy disk. Flash memory card is built with different form factor and brand name. Their size is smaller than PCMCIA card. This UMPC supports most of the flash memory card, including SD, MMC, MS (Memory Stick), and MS_Pro card. The 4 in 1 card slot is used by the following cards as SD, MS (Memory Stick), MMC, and MS_Pro.
Using Your UMPC 3 down and insert it again. To prevent the damage made both on card and the slot, never forced an entry into the slot with incorrect side. Removing Flash Memory Card To remove the flash memory card, you should first disable the card setting in the system and pull out the card by finger, there is no release button for flash memory slot.
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Fun with Multimedia 4 4 Fun with Multimedia This chapter lets you make full use of all the multimedia features of your UMPC in having fun and excitement during work or leisure.
UMPC 4.1 User Guide UMPC Multimedia Features Your UMPC is rich in multimedia features that make your computing fun, comfortable, exciting and easy. Your UMPC is well able to perform all multimedia tasks through the following: 4.2 • VIA C7 TM -M Processor • Up to 1GB DDRII- SDRAM • USB - Slim Combo Drive • Provides blazing graphics embedded in the VIA VX700 chipset • Full-duplex 16-bit stereo speaker with wavetable support. Sound Blaster compatible.
Fun with Multimedia 4.3 4 Setting up the Audio Driver Properties Before you can start using the audio capabilities of your UMPC, you need first to setup properly the audio driver after installing Windows. If you bought your UMPC with Windows pre-installed, it is most likely that your dealer have configured the sound driver for you. If not, you must refer to Chapter 2 on how to setup the sound drivers for Windows. 4.
UMPC User Guide Figure 4-1 Entertainment Programs Group The standard multimedia components are as follows: • Windows Media Player - for playing sound, video and animation files • Sound Recorder - for recording sounds and playback • Volume Control - for adjusting the volume of mixer + 4.5 For more information on how to operate these multimedia components, run the program and click on the Help menu.
Fun with Multimedia 4 played back through the internal speaker or earphone jack using an external speaker, headphone, or earphone set. You can also use the files as voice annotations on many applications for more real presentation. This section will describe briefly how you can record sounds under Windows operating system. To record sounds, you need to run the Sound Recorder program from the Multimedia program groups.
UMPC User Guide 2. Click Properties in the Options main menu. 3. Click the round button for Recording and tick off each component that list in the "Shows the following Volume Controls" box. Figure 4-3 Audio Properties 4. 62 Click OK and the Recording Control dialog box will appear. Here, you will select the input device for the recording source. If you want to record from the USB - Slim Combo Drive with audio music, you must click on CD Player.
Fun with Multimedia 4 Figure 4-4 Recording Volume Control USING AN EXTERNAL MICROPHONE Your UMPC allows you to connect an external microphone for high quality recording. The external microphone jack is found on the right side of your UMPC. Use only microphone with 1/8-inch mini-jack connector. Follow the same procedure for recording voice. USING THE BUILT-IN COMBO DRIVE You would normally use the USB - Slim Combo Drive for recording audio music from the Audio CD. Follow these steps: 1.
UMPC User Guide Figure 4-5 Play Audio CD by Windows Media Player 4.6 4. Select the starting point where you want to start recording. 5. Switch to the Sound Recorder and press the Record button. 6. Switch immediately to the Windows Media Player and press the Play button. You can adjust the volume control so you can also hear the music while in recording. Playing Audio and Sound Your UMPC has built-in twin speakers to playback audio and sound.
Fun with Multimedia 4 For more quality sound output, you can choose to connect an external amplified speaker or earphone from headphone jack. Always minimize the volume first before placing the phone set to your ear. USING THE WINDOWS MEDIA PLAYER The easiest way to playback multimedia media files is to run the Windows Media Player. Follow these steps: 4.7 1. Click on Start, point to Programs, Accessories, and then Entertainment. 2. Click on Windows Media Player to start program. 3.
UMPC User Guide Figure 4-6 Windows Media Player 66
Connecting to Peripherals 5 5 Connecting to Peripherals This chapter describes how you attach additional peripheral devices to your UMPC. The UMPC allows you to add a printer or mouse; connect an external monitor and keyboard, or other compatible peripheral device. Use of additional devices is described in this chapter.
UMPC 5.1 User Guide Using the USB Port USB (Universal Serial Bus) is a hardware interface that enables you to connect multiple devices (such as printers, mice, keyboards, storage devices, joysticks, digital cameras, and video conference cameras, etc.) to your UMPC, and up to 127 devices can be attached. Besides, USB’s hot swap capability allows everything to be plugged in and unplugged without turning the system off.
Connecting to Peripherals + 5.2 5 The USB bus distributes 0.5 amps (500 milliamps) of power through each port. For the purpose of power saving, please disconnect your USB device while not in use. Using an External DVI-I Port Your UMPC has a DVI-I port for supporting any external CRT or LCD color monitor. You need a display signal cable (usually provided with the monitor). One end of the cable must have a 24-pin connector for the system.
UMPC 5.3 User Guide 3. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Turn on the power of the monitor. 5. Turn on your UMPC. Both the LCD panel and the monitor screen will show the display. Your computer is set at default to run at simultaneous display mode. 6. If you only want to show the display on the external monitor and shut off the LCD display, you can use the + hot-key to switch display type between LCD and external monitor.
Connecting to Peripherals 5.4 5 1. Locate the audio port (Microphone, Headphone) that you want to use to the target device. 2. Plug the jack into the port on the right side of the system. + If you use external speaker and experience the sound distortion or feedback, please lower the volume. Some factors is caused by too close locating the microphone and speaker from each other, moving away the external audio option from the unit may also help.
UMPC 5.5 User Guide Using the Wireless LAN Wireless LAN lets user connect to the LAN environment without using any wire to traditional RJ-45 jack. User can enjoy the wireless connection within the range of Access Point (AP) of LAN. Access Point (AP) is the wireless transmission and receiving device, it generally connects to the server of a LAN environment or act as a LAN hub with wireless connection. Access point can be set in an office environment, airport, major railway station, etc.
Customizing Your Notebook 6 6 Customizing Your UMPC Your UMPC uses the Phoenix BIOS Setup program allowing your system configuration to be altered to best suit your computing needs: Useradjustable options include system time and date, disk drive configuration and password setup. BIOS information stored in the CMOS RAM will remain permanent unless changed. Default factory settings are used top optimize performance of your UMPC and do not need further alteration to operate your UMPC.
UMPC 6.1 User Guide Running the BIOS Setup Program Your UMPC is setup and pre-configured. The UMPC’s BIOS (Basic InputOutput System) Setup program may be used to change system configuration information such as the current date and time, or your hard disk drive type. The Setup program can be accessed when you power on the system and pressing the function key before the Microsoft® Windows® operating system begins.
Customizing Your Notebook 6 • Item Specific Help The right side of the screen. This area describes each parameter and its available settings. • Menu Bar The top line of the screen. Each of the five selections displays its own screen. • Parameters The left side of the screen. This area lists the parameters and their current settings. • Key Status Bar The bottom part of the screen. These lines display the keys available to move the cursor, select a particular function and so forth.
UMPC 6.2 User Guide Using the Main Menu Setup Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help System Time: 4 , , System Date: [06/11/2007] or selects Language [English (US)] field. Secondary Master [40008MB] CPU Type: VIA Esther processor 1200MHz CPU Speed: 1200 MHz System Memory: 640 KB Extended Memory: 457728 KB BIOS Version: 0.
Customizing Your Notebook 6 • System Date Allows you to set the system date using the month/date/year format. Enter the current time for reach field and use the , +, or key to move from one field or back to another. You can also change the system time from your operating system. • Language Allows you to set the display language version for the BIOS Setup program. • Secondary Master This field is for information only as the BIOS automatically detects the storage media.
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Customizing Your Notebook 6 .6.3 Using the Advanced CMOS Setup Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help PS/2 Mouse [Enabled] Display system Display Device Selection 1: [CRT] Configuration on boot Legacy USB Support [Enabled] . . F1 Help ÇÈ Esc Exit Å--> Select Menu Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit • PS/2 Mouse Lets you activate or inactivate the mouse function.
UMPC 6.4 User Guide Security Menu Setup Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Supervisor Password Is: Clear User Password Is: Clear Supervisor Password controls access to the 80 Set Supervisor Password [Enter] Set User Password [Enter] Password on boot [Disabled] Fixed disk boot sector: [Normal] F1 Help ÇÈ Esc Exit Å--> Select Menu Enter Select Item -/+ Change Values setup utility.
Customizing Your Notebook 6 • Set Supervisor Password Supervisor password gives you the authority in accessing the setup utility. You also need to enter this password in system booting and resuming from suspend mode. When you press in this field, the Set Supervisor Password dialog box appears. Enter a new password with up to 8 alpha-numeric characters, and then re-enter it for confirmation. • Set User Password This field is only available when Supervisor Password has set.
UMPC 6.5 User Guide Using the Boot Setup This item allows you to set the search drive sequence where the system will try to boot up first. Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Boot priority order IDE 2: Hitachi HTC368040H5CE00-(S Keys used to view or PCI Bev: Realtek Boot Agent configure devices: Up or Down arrows Select a device. <+> and <-> moves the device up or down.
Customizing Your Notebook 6.6 6 How to Exit the Setup Program There are two choices to escape from the Setup program. Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Exit Saving Changes Exit System Setup Exit Discarding Changes and save your Load Setup Defaults changes to CMOS.
UMPC • 6.7 User Guide Save Changes Saves Setup data to CMOS. How to Upgrade the BIOS Your UMPC uses EPROM Flash BIOS chip that allows you to easily upgrade the BIOS program. When you update the BIOS, any customized settings you made are lost. To upgrade the BIOS: 1. Put in the BIOS Update data into the USB device. 2. Power on the system with the diskette in the diskette drive. 3. On the DOS prompt, type the following command. A:\>Phlash XXXXXX.ROM (BIOS filename) or A:\>XXXXXX.
Using Options 7 7 Using Options This chapter describes the advanced features and expandable architecture in your UMPC.
UMPC User Guide System Upgrade This section provides some steps in doing system upgrade for your UMPC. The upgrade procedures include the following: 7.1 Memory Upgrade Your UMPC offers 200-pin SODIMM (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module) with 256MB, 512MB, or 1024MB DDRII-SDRAM. The memory compartment is located inside your UMPC. 7.2 Wireless Module Installation This UMPC uses USB Dongle wireless LAN module for wireless connection.
Caring for Your Notebook 8 8 Caring for Your UMPC Your UMPC the latest features in mobile computing and multimedia technology. If properly cared for and maintained, the performance and reliability of the UMPC can be greatly prolonged.
UMPC 8.1 User Guide Important Safety Instructions This section gives you detailed information about how to maintain a safe working environment while using the UMPC. You can maintain its condition and performance by following these guidelines. Please read it carefully to ensure maximum safety. 88 • Before cleaning the UMPC, make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies (i.e. AC adapter, car adapter and so on). • When cleaning, do not use liquid or sprayed detergent for cleaning.
Caring for Your Notebook 8 • While unplugging the power cord, disconnect it by the plug head, not by its wire. • Make sure the socket and any extension cords you may use can support the total current load of all the connected devices. • Though your AC adapter is suitable for universal international voltage, it still requires a stable and continual power supply. Make sure the voltage of the power source when connect the UMPC to the power outlet.
UMPC User Guide ⇓ The UMPC has dropped and damaged. ⇓ The UMPC has obvious sign of breakage. • Do not leave this UMPC in an environment unconditioned. Storage temperature above 60ºC (140ºF) may damage the UMPC. • An approved power cord has to be used for the UMPC power supply. For a rated current up to 6A and an equipment weight more than 3 kg, a power cord not lighter than H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm2, has to be used.
Caring for Your Notebook 8.3 8 Maintaining the LCD Quality When it comes to screen problems, heat plays a significant role. After a typical working session, users routinely close the UMPC the cover. The display surface - no matter what type it is - and the components inside the UMPC radiate heat; when you close the cover, you trap the heat against the screen. To help prolong the life of your UMPC, leave the cover open for ten minutes while the heat disperses.
UMPC 8.5 User Guide • Use hard disk maintenance programs like Disk Defragmenter of Windows. These reorganize your hard disk by eliminating fragmentation and improving your hard disk access time. • Install a system password in your UMPC so others won't be able to use the hard disk. Battery Care Guidelines The battery pack furnished with the UMPC requires reasonable care and handling to ensure efficient operation and maximum life.
Caring for Your Notebook • 8.6 8 You should always discharge your battery before recharging it on either of these two conditions: first, this is the first time you start to use your battery; second, you had not charge the battery for more than 2 months. To discharge the battery, please execute the "Battery Refresh" function in the BIOS Setup Utility.
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System Specification A APPENDIX A System Specification This appendix provides technical specifications for the UMPC..
UMPC User Guide System Specification PROCESSOR UNIT • VIA C7 TM -M Processor • Above 1.
System Specification A STORAGE 1.
UMPC User Guide • 2 x Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) • 1 x LAN port WIRELESS DEVICES IEEE 802.11b/g, USB Dongle Module AC/DC POWER SUPPLY ADAPTER Universal auto-switching (100V~240V) 65W adapter, 20 Volt BATTERY • Rechargeable 4 Cells Li-ion battery pack with Smart Battery function • Approximately 4.5 Hours (for Battery Mark) Battery Life WEIGHT AND DIMENSION 98 • 230 (W) x 171 (D) x 29.4 (H) mm • Approximately 0.
