NOTEBOOK COMPUTER RT886EX USER’S GUIDE
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EMC and Safety Notice Federal Communications Commission Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, under part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and radiates radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
government regulations arising from failing to comply with these guidelines. Important Note FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operated with any other antenna or transmitter.
CE Declaration of Conformity Is herewith 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/EEC), Lowvoltage Directive (73/23/EEC) and the Amendment Directive (93/68/EEC), the procedures given in European Council Directive 99/5/EC and 2004/108/EEC. The equipment was passed. The test was performed according to the following European standards. EN 300 328 V.1.7.1 EN 301 489-1 V.1.
Power Conservation This computer consumes much less power than conventional computers. However, power consumption may be reduced by properly configuring the Power Management Setup. It is recommended the power saving functions be enabled even when not running on battery power. Power Management does not degrade performance while saving power. Environmental Information, Material Safety and Recycling Caution: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
- You can also contact the dealer for more information on the environmental details of the equipment.
CONTENTS GETTING STARTED ........................................................................................... 1 UNPACKING .......................................................................................................... 1 QUICK OPERATION ................................................................................................ 2 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS................................................................................. 3 USEFUL INFORMATION .................................
DUAL BATTERY CHARGER .................................................................................. 24 DOCKUNDER....................................................................................................... 24 SPECIFICATIONS.............................................................................................. 25 CPU .................................................................................................................... 25 MEMORY ..............................................
PCMCIA DRIVER ............................................................................................... 51 MINI PCI 1G AX92200 LAN.............................................................................. 51 MINI PCI INT8100 LAN .................................................................................... 51 MINI PCI-E 1G RTL8111B LAN ....................................................................... 51 MINI PCI-E INTEL 3945ABG WLAN......................................................
Getting Started GETTING STARTED Unpacking The following components come with your computer. If anything is missing or damaged, please notify the dealer immediately.
Getting Started Quick Operation - Loosen the battery screw, remove the battery insulation sheet, and mount the battery. - Attach the AC adapter and charge battery for at least 10 minutes. Turn ON the computer by pressing the power switch momentarily. Notice: - When ambient temperature is under 0к, the system may not boot up immediately. System will beep with heater light flashing while heater working. After 10~15 minutes, the system will boot up automatically.
Getting Started Controls and Indicators Controls and Indicators (Upper) 1. 2. 3.
Getting Started 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Keyboard Caps Lock Keyboard Scroll Lock HDD in use Secondary Battery Charge Primary Battery Charge Power indicator Power switch Touch pad left button Touch pad Touch pad right button Controls and Indicators (Right) DVD-ROM Drive Configuration: 1. DVD-ROM eject button 2.
Getting Started 2nd Battery Configuration: (optional) No special control or indicator. Controls and Indicators (Left)-Standard 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
Getting Started 10. 11. 12. 13. Microphone Jack Optional COM 3 port 1x Express and 1x PCMCIA Slots (Option: 2x PCMCIA) Optional COM 4 port Controls and Indicators (Rear) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
Useful Information USEFUL INFORMATION Location A clean and moisture-free environment is preferred. Make room for air circulation. Avoid areas with: - Sudden or extreme changes in temperature. - Extreme heat. - Strong electromagnetic fields (near television set, motor rotation area, etc.). - Dust or high humidity. If it is necessary to work in a hostile environment, please regularly maintain your computer by cleaning dust, water, etc. and keep it in optimal condition.
Useful Information Corrosion is accelerated if power is ON. Please take proper waterresistant measures for cable connections. The DC jack and cables are sealed and may be operated with water splashing while attached. All port covers should be in place when no cable is attached. Operating Systems The computer is compatible with most operating systems (OS). However, not all functions are 100% compatible. For example, ACPI, APM, Smart Battery, etc.
Useful Information Connect the AC adapter: 1. Plug the AC cord to the adapter. 2. Plug the other end of the AC cord into the wall outlet. Make sure the green LED on the adapter turns on. 3. Attach the DC plug into the power jack of the computer; turn the lock ring clockwise to secure it. AC Adapter Indicator The green LED indicates that AC power is ready. Battery The computer will automatically switch to battery when the external power source (AC adapter or optional vehicle adapter) is disconnected.
Useful Information - The power LED flashes. Once the Battery Low warning occurs, please: 1. Save and close the files you are currently working on. 2. Plug in the AC adapter to recharge the battery. Battery Gauge You may check battery status from battery gauge in Windows. Click the power/battery icon to reveal the battery gauge window. Note: Battery characteristic varies depending on factors such as ambient temperature, charging method, load current, aging, etc.
Useful Information the battery charging. If the battery is already full, the sense circuitry will stop high current charge within several minutes. There are two LED indicators next to the power indicator for the Primary and Secondary battery respectively. Indicator turns ON when the battery is charging and turns OFF when the battery charge is completed. To charge the Secondary Battery, simply install it into the computer and attach the AC adapter.
Useful Information Shutdown The following procedure is recommended in shutting down the computer: 1. Save any work you want to keep. 2. Make sure none of the disk drives are active (HDD and DVDROM drive). 3. Remove any diskettes, DVD-ROMs, or other media if necessary. 4. Follow the shut down procedure of your operating system. 5. Let the computer shut down or push the power switch to turn OFF. Failure to shut down the computer properly may result in loss of data or hardware damages.
Useful Information Display resolution of notebook LCD and DVI monitor must be identical. Note: Only DVI displays during DOS prompt. After entered Windows both LCD and DVI will display. RTC Battery backed up RTC (Real Time Clock/Calendar) is built in an on-board CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) chip. The RTC keeps track of the time and date while the computer is off. The CMOS chip also stores system setup information. RTC battery is also recharged when AC adapter is attached.
Useful Information To re-install the modules: Gently push the module into the slot. Fasten the screw to fix the module.
Components and Functions COMPONENTS AND FUNCTIONS Keyboard The keyboard is functionally equivalent to a full size desktop keyboard. A sample key layout is shown below. The Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad functions like an electronic calculator. It is embedded in the main keyboard, with the numeric figures printed on the upper right of their respective keys. The keypad has keys for the digits 0~9, the decimal point ( . ), addition ( + ), subtraction ( - ), multiplication ( * ), and division ( / ).
Components and Functions Keyboard Backlight (optional) Press [Fn] [F5] key for approximately 1 second turns keyboard backlight ON or OFF. Printer Cable For most printers there is no special requirement in connection. However, some printer cables do not contain all 25 wires. To avoid malfunction, the printer adapter cable comes with your computer should be attached to the printer cable. The purpose is to re-connect all the ground pins. Devices equivalent to printer such as scanner, Lap link cable, etc.
Components and Functions DVD-ROM Drive The DVD-ROM drive is a standard IDE ATAPI type, which accepts a variety of standard 12cm CDs such as CD-ROM, audio CD, CD-I, Photo CD, video CD, etc. The following procedure assumes that all the necessary DVD-ROM utilities were installed on the computer. For DVD-ROM utility installation, please refer “Utilities and Drivers”. DVD-ROM drive also can be removed and swapped with 2nd battery.
Components and Functions DockUnder (optional) DockUnder is utilized for system unit docking. AC adapter or vehicle adapter attaches directly to DockUnder and automatically charges the computer while docked. Ports (horizontal version, ports on rear) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. COM2 COM1 PS/2 USB #1 & #2 RGB DVI LAN (Sealed/No function) ANT.
Components and Functions Mount the DockUnder: 1. Turn OFF the power. 2. Open the rubber cap of the docking connector. 3. Align the docking connector. 4. Push the computer to join the guiding pins. Do not lift the computer up while docking. 5. Metal bar is drawn outward. Note: Do not lift up the computer while engaging.
Components and Functions 1. Pull up the metal bar. 2. Move forward inside. 3. Lock along the direction of the clock. 4. Key Locked with Electric Power ONЯOFF. While turn on the power of DockUnder with the Key that can use all the functions on DockUnder. Meantime Computer will also have the power. There are 1*PCI+1*PCIe slots on the DockUnder. Maximum card dimensions are 260mm (L: length, including L-bracket thickness) x 115mm (W: width, including gold fingers) x 25 mm (H: height).
Components and Functions 5. Power On0Off with Computer. The Power On/Off can be replaced for Computer itself. To install expansion card in DockUnder: 1. Unplug the AC adapter. 2. Release and remove the computer. 3. Remove the screws on the upper and lower covers. 4. Open the upper cover. 5. Install the expansion card into the slot and fix the L-bracket. 6. Assemble the upper cover. 7. Attach the computer and perform functions test. Note: Please check IRQ conflict before installing cards and drivers.
Components and Functions IRQ DMA 0. 1. 2. Timer output 0 0 Sound KB 1 Sound 8 RTC 2 FDD 9 ACPI (or Free) 3 Reserved (or ECP/EPP) 10 Free (16-bit PCMCIA, or COM3*) 11 PCI devices or Card Bus 0/1 (Sound, LAN*, 32-bit PCMCIA, etc.) 12 Touch pad (PS/2 mouse) 13 Co-processor 14 HDD 15 DVD-ROM drive 3. COM2 (or Fax/Modem*, IrDA) 4. COM1 (or Touch screen) 5. Free (COM4*) 6. FDD 7. Parallel port 1 *: Optional devices.
Optional Devices OPTIONAL DEVICES Memory Card The memory card will expand your memory to facilitate better system performance. The cards are available as following: 1 GB, 2 GB 2nd Battery A Lithium Ion rechargeable 2nd battery may install into the DVDROM compartment. It has the same capacity of primary battery and smart battery compliance. The computer’s internal charger can detect 2nd battery and perform charging accordingly.
Optional Devices PCMCIA Cover Besides the attached PCMCIA rubber cover, there is an optional cover with a metal frame that can be fixed using screws. The cover provides protection from dust or water for cabled PCMCIA cards. Users may seal the cable outlet after installation. Vehicle Adapter Converts power from car lighters or truck batteries to DC +19V, the same output ratings as AC adapters. It can power the system and charge the batteries simultaneously.
Specifications SPECIFICATIONS CPU Intel Core2 Duo (Merom) CPU runs at multiple speeds dependent on CPU type and operating system: The CPU speed switches automatically by detecting AC adapter/ battery operation and busy state. Memory System memory Standard: 1GB Expandable: 4GB (2GBx 2) Internal Level-2 2MB 224MB (shared RAM) Cache memory Video memory Notes: - For standard embedded VGA version, the usage is approximately 3.2GB only when installed 4GB RAM.
Specifications Resolution: Mode: Color: Characters x Row: 1024 x 768 pixels (13.3”) VGA, EGA, MGA, SVGA, and XGA 16, 24 or 32-bit color depths on all modes 80 x 25 Keyboard Number of keys: Key travel: Function: 87 2.5 mm (standard) 1.5 mm (optional backlight) Emulates standard 101/102-key keyboard Hard Disk Drive Type: Interface: 2.
Specifications - 3xUSB 2.0 port 1x1394 port 2x optional serial port 1x optional military connector port AC Adapter Voltage: Frequency: Output Voltage: Maximum Power: Dimension: Weight: AC 90~240 V 50/60 Hz DC 19V 90 Watts 130mm (W) x 60mm (D) x 34mm (H) 430 g (0.9 lb.) Vehicle Adapter Input Voltage Input Current Output Voltage Output Current Wiring Application 12V/24V (12~32V) Auto-sense 2.5A/5.5A max.
Specifications Capacity: Dimension: Weight: 11.1V 7200mAH 150 mm(W) x 90 mm(D) x 20 mm(H) 560 g (1.2 1b.) System Unit Dimensions and Weight Width: Depth: Height: Weight: 312mm (12.3”) 246mm (9.7”) 66.7mm (2.6”) 4.3Kg (13.2 lb. including DVD-ROM drive and primary battery) Note: Weight varies depending on system configurations.
Specifications Environmental Temperature: Humidity: Altitude: -20 ~ 50ºC (32 ~ 122ºF) operating -40 ~ 70ºC (-40 ~ 158ºF) storage 5~95% Non-condensing operating 95% maximum storage 0 ~ 4,572 meters (0 ~ 15,000 feet) operating 29
BIOS Setup 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]. Main Menu Phoenix TrustedCore (tm) Setup Utility Advanced Security TPM State Boot Main Exit Item Specific Help System Time: System Date: [16:19:20] [03/02/2007] Legacy Diskette A: [1.44/1.
BIOS Setup Feature Legacy Diskette A Options Disabled 360 Kb 1.2 MB 720 Kb 1.44/1.25 MB 2.88 MB Description 5¼" 5¼" 3½" 3½" 3½" 31 Select floppy type. Note that 1.25 MB 3½” references a 1024 byte/sector Japanese media format. The 1.25MB, 3½" diskette requires a 3-Mode floppy-disk drive.
BIOS Setup IDE Channel 0 Master Sub-Menu Phoenix TrustedCore (tm) Setup Utility Main IDE Channel 0 Master Type: [None] Item Specific Help [Auto] User = you enter parameters of hard-disk drive installed at this connection. Auto = autotypes harddisk drive installed here. CD-ROM = a CD-ROM drive is installed here. ATAPI Removable = removable disk drive is installed here.
BIOS Setup IDE Channel 0 Slave Sub-Menu Phoenix TrustedCore (tm) Setup Utility Main IDE Channel 0 Slave [None] Item Specific Help Type: [Auto] Multi-Sector Transfers: LBA Mode Control: 32 Bit I/O: Transfer Mode: Ultra DMA Mode: SMART Monitoring: [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Standard] [Disabled] Disabled User = you enter parameters of hard-disk drive installed at this connection. Auto = autotypes harddisk drive installed here. CD-ROM = a CD-ROM drive is installed here.
BIOS Setup IDE Channel 1 Master Sub-Menu Phoenix TrustedCore (tm) Setup Utility Main IDE Channel 1 Master [None] Item Specific Help Type: [Auto] Multi-Sector Transfers: LBA Mode Control: 32 Bit I/O: Transfer Mode: Ultra DMA Mode: [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Standard] [Disabled] User = you enter parameters of hard-disk drive installed at this connection. Auto = autotypes harddisk drive installed here. CD-ROM = a CD-ROM drive is installed here.
BIOS Setup IDE Channel 1 Slave Sub-Menu Phoenix TrustedCore (tm) Setup Utility Main IDE Channel 1 Slave [None] Item Specific Help Type: [Auto] Multi-Sector Transfers: LBA Mode Control: 32 Bit I/O: Transfer Mode: Ultra DMA Mode: [Disabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Standard] [Disabled] User = you enter parameters of hard-disk drive installed at this connection. Auto = autotypes harddisk drive installed here. CD-ROM = a CD-ROM drive is installed here.
BIOS Setup General Help Window Pressing or on any menu brings up the General Help window that describes in detail the 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. Use and to display all the pages. Pressing and displays the first and last page. Pressing displays each page and then exits the window. Press to exit the current window.
BIOS Setup Advanced Menu Main Phoenix TrustedCore (tm) Setup Utility Advanced Security TPM State Boot Legacy USB Support: Summary screen: Boot-time Diagnostic Screen: QuickBoot Mode: Extended Memory Testing IGD - Boot Type: Default] PS/2 Mouse PCI Express - Root Port 1: USB - Device 29, Function 7: Passive Cooling Trip Point • SIO SMC227 CONFGURATION F1 Help Defaults Esc Exit [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Just zero it] [VBIOS Exit Item Specific Help Enable support for Legacy Universal Seri
BIOS Setup Feature IGD - Boot Type PS/2 Mouse PCI Express - Root Port 1 Options Description Select the Video Device that will be activated during POST VBIOS Default CRT LFP CRT+LFP TV LFP-SDVO EFP TV-SDVO CRT+LFP-SDVO CRT+EFP Disabled Enable Auto Detect ’Disabled’ prevents any installed PS/2 mouse from functioning, but frees up IRQ 12. ’Enabled’ forces the PS/2 mouse port to be enabled regardless if a mouse is present. ’Auto Detect’ will enable the PS/2 mouse only if present.
BIOS Setup Feature Options Description SIO SMC227 CONFGURATION These items control the configuration of various National 393 SIO devices.
BIOS Setup For most frequently altered setup “SIO SMC227 Configuration”, please refer following: Warning: Make sure internal COMx mode settings must be with the same type of the external connected devices. Otherwise it may cause serial components damage in either side.
BIOS Setup Feature COM1 mode Options Description RS232 TTL1 Configure UART mode options: [RS332]ΚExternal Device [TTL1]ΚInternal Device COM2 port Disabled 2F8-IRQ 3 Configure COM2 using device options: [Disabled] No configuration COM2 mode RS232 TTL2 COM3 port Disabled 3E8-IRQ 10 [2F8-IRQ 3] Set the base I/O address for COM2 Configure UART mode options: [RS232]ΚExternal Device [TTL2]ΚInternal Device Configure COM3 using device options: [Disabled] No configuration COM3 mode [3E8-IRQ 10] Set the
BIOS Setup Feature Options Printer1 Disabled 378-IRQ 4 Printer1 mode Standard ECP EPP Printer2 Disabled 3BC Description Configure Printer1 device options: [Disabled] No configuration [378-IRQ 7] Set the base I/O address for Printer1 Configure Printer1 mode options: Standard EPP ECP Configure Printer2 device options: [Disabled] No configuration [3BC] Set the base I/O address for Printer2 42
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.
BIOS Setup Feature Options AC97 Audio Interface Disabled Auto AC97 Modem Interface Disabled Auto Cardbus/1394 Interface Disabled Auto Description Control Detection of the AC97 Audio Device. Auto = AC97 Audio will be enabled if present, disabled otherwise. Disabled = AC97 Audio will be unconditionally disabled, regardless of presence. Control Detection of the AC97 Modem Device. Auto = AC97 Modem will be enabled if present, disabled otherwise.
BIOS Setup For most frequently altered setup “RF Security Control” please refer following: RF Security Control Sub-Menu Phoenix TrustedCore (tm) Setup Utility Security RF Security Control: Wireless Lan: F1 Esc Help Exit Item Specific Help Wireless Lan Control [Disabled] ĹĻ Select Item ļ Menu –/+ Change Values Enter Select Ź Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit RF Security Control Sub-Menu Selections You can make the following selections on the RF Security Control sub-menu.
BIOS Setup TPM State Menu Main Phoenix TrustedCore (tm) Setup Utility Advanced Security TPM State Boot Exit Item Specific Help Current TPM State: Change TPM State: F1 Esc Help Exit Enabled and Deactivated [No Change] ĹĻ Select Item ļ Menu Change TPM State –/+ Change Values Enter Select Ź Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit TPM State Menu Selections You can make the following selections on the TPM State Menu.
BIOS Setup Boot Menu Main Phoenix TrustedCore (tm) Setup Utility Advanced Security TPM State Boot Exit Item Specific Help Boot priority order: 1: USB KEY: 2: USB FDC: 3: IDE CD: 4: IDE HDD: 5: Legacy network Card 6: Legacy Floppy Drives 7: PCI SCSI: 8: Excluded from boot order: : USB FDC: : USB CDROM: : USB ZIP: : USB LS120: : PCI BEV: : Other USB: : PCI: : Legacy : 1394 CDROM F1 Esc Help Exit ĹĻ Select Item ļ Menu Keys used to view or configure devices: Up and Down arrows select a device.
BIOS Setup Exit Menu Main Phoenix TrustedCore (tm) Setup Utility Advance Security TPM State Boot Exit Item Specific Help Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes F1 Esc Help Exit Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS. ĹĻ Select Item ļ Menu –/+ Change Values Enter Select Ź Sub-Menu F9 F10 Setup Defaults Save and Exit Exit Menu Selections You can make the following selections on the Exit Menu.
Utilities and Drivers UTILITIES AND DRIVERS Note: Most device drivers are available in Windows. Only when the default driver does not work properly you need to install the factory bundled drivers. The utility CD includes most drivers of the computer’s installed devices. Consult dealer if any driver is missing. Re-install drivers or perform “Driver Update” to replace the Windows default drivers. Check readme.txt file on utility CD to get the newest information before starting to install drivers.
Utilities and Drivers Resolution & Color LCD RGB LCD + RGB 1280x 1024x 16-bit color X O X 1280x 1024x 24-bit color X O X 1280x 1024x 32-bit color X O X 1600x 1200x 16-bit color X O X 1600x 1200x 24-bit color X O X 1600x 1200x 32-bit color X O X 2048x 1536x 16-bit color X O X 2048x 1536x 24-bit color X O X 2048x 1536x 32-bit color X O X The table lists typical display modes only. The system also supports standard video modes with lower resolution and color.
Utilities and Drivers Touch Screen Driver Enter BIOS Setup screen and set COM1 port as “TTL1”. (COM1 has multiple connectivity, so it’s necessary to setup. The optional COM4 may be configured as touch screen and doesn’t need to configure the BIOS.) Afterwards, please cancel the prompt of installation wizard to setup the driver from the CD (\RT8EX\Driver\Touchscreen\DP9000\ 2kxpVista3264\PM.Universal…v1.0.0.8), and follow the prompt to complete installation and then restart.
Utilities and Drivers Mini PCI-E Intel 3945ABG WLAN *: For the driver and software to function correctly on Windows 2000, the recommendation is to install Service Pack 4 or later. Ensure that MSI support level 3.1 or above is installed. Use the Windows Installer 3.1 v2 or greater. Insert the Driver CD into the DVD-ROM. Click v11.1.0.5_xp32.exe in the directory of RT8EX\Driver\PCIe_Intel WLAN\2kXp32 then follow the prompt to complete installation.
Utilities and Drivers Wireless Manager For flight safety and power saving reason, there is a utility to enable/disable RF devices Wireless LAN. Insert the Driver CD into the DVD-ROM. Click setup.exe in the directory of Utilities\Wireless Manager then follow the prompt to complete installation.
Maintenance/Service MAINTENANCE/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. If there is difficulty removing dirt, apply non-ammonia, non-alcohol based glass cleaner to the cloth and wipe. An air gun is recommended for cleaning water and dust. For salty water please clean with fresh water then blow-dry with an air gun.
Maintenance/Service 3. 4. 5. 6. If the original packing materials are not available, wrap the equipment with soft material (e.g. PU/PE form) then put the wrapped equipment into a hard cardboard shipping box.
Recycled/Recycleable Printed in Taiwan P/N: G630800000A
