Sahara Slate PC i400 Series User Manual - TabletKiosk · viii Preface Ifyourtelephoneequipmentcausesharmtothetelephone network,thetelephonecompanymaydisconnectyourservice temporarily.Theymaynotifyyouinadvance,butifadvance

User’s Guide

Sahara Slate PC® i400 Series

12.1”Tablet PC

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This manual will help you get the most out of your newSahara Slate PC®. If you are a new computer user, or just new toTablet PCs, read through this manual carefully before first usingyour Sahara Slate PC. If after reading this manual you still havequestions, visit us online at www.tabletkiosk.com for additionalresources and information on using your Sahara Slate PC i400Series Tablet PC.

Copyright

©2007 Sand Dune Ventures, Inc. All Rights Reserved. All productinformation is subject to change without notice. Sahara Slate PCis a registered trademark and TabletKiosk is a trademark of SandDune Ventures, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.Microsoft, Windows XP, Windows Vista and the Windows logo areeither registered trademarks or trademarks of MicrosoftCorporation in the United States and/or other countries. Intel,Core, Centrino Duo, Celeron, Core Duo Inside logo, CeleronInside logo and Centrino Duo Inside logo are trademarks orregistered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United Statesand/or other countries. The Bluetooth word mark and logos areowned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks byTabletKiosk is under license. Linux is a registered trademark ofLinus Torvalds.

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Disclaimer

The specifications and information in this manual are subject tochange without prior notice in order to improve reliability,design and/or function. In no way does this represent acommitment on the part of the manufacturer. The manufacturerassumes no responsibility for errors or omissions in thisdocument.

In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect,special, incidental, or consequential damages arising from theuse, or inability to use, the Tablet PC or this documentation, evenif advised of the possibility of such damages.

This document contains proprietary information protected bycopyright laws. All rights are reserved. No part of this manualmay be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic, or othermeans in any form without prior written permission ofTabletKiosk.

If you have any questions regarding the Sahara Slate PC, or theinformation contained within this manual, please contactTabletKiosk at [email protected].

Important Safety InstructionsFor your own safety and the safety of your equipment, pleasefollow these rules for the handling and care of your SaharaSlate PC. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference by youand other users.

Never use sprays, liquids or cleaning detergents to clean theSahara Slate PC. Use a micro fiber cloth to clean the touchscreen. Avoid the use of tissue paper since tissue fibers can easilylodge between the touch screen and the top cover of the tablet.

Never pour liquids into any opening or directly on the SaharaSlate PC. This could result in fire or electrical shock.

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Check that the voltage range of the power outlet is between 100Vand 240V before connecting the Sahara Slate PC. Exceeding themaximum rated voltage may cause damage to the AC adapter orto the Sahara Slate PC. This could result in fire or electrical shock.

When the AC adapter is plugged into an electrical outlet, place thepower cord so it will not be stepped on or walked on. Do not placeobjects over or on the power cord.

Use the Sahara Slate PC in a clean, dry, temperature controlledenvironment. Do not use the Sahara Slate PC in areas of highhumidity, around water (for example: near a bathtub, washbowl,kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimmingpool) or outdoors while it is raining.

Never open or disassemble the Sahara Slate PC. For safetyreasons, and to prevent permanent damage, the equipmentshould only be repaired by qualified service personnel.

Contact a qualified service center if any of the following issuesshould arise:

1. AC adapter, power cord or plug is damaged;

2. Liquid has been spilled into the Sahara Slate PC;

3. The Sahara Slate PC has been exposed to excessive moisture;

4. The Sahara Slate PC exhibits errors and/or does not functionaccording to specifications;

5. The Sahara Slate PC has been dropped or otherwisephysically damaged.

CautionLithium-Ion batteries can be dangerous. There is a danger ofexplosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only withthe same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.Dispose of used batteries according to state or local hazardouswaste requirements.

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Under no circumstances should the user attempt to disassemblethe power supply. The power supply has no user-replaceableparts and its insides contain components that are electrically-charged with hazardous voltage levels that can cause seriouspersonal injury. A defective power supply must be returned toyour dealer.

Safety Notices for the Power Cord

This equipment has a 2 or 3-wire power cord. Replace the powercord if it becomes damaged. Contact your dealer for an exactreplacement.

In the U.S.A. and Canada, the power cord must be a UL-listeddetachable power cord (in Canada, CSA-certified).

2-wire cord SPT-2 18AWG

3-wire cord SVT or SJT, 18 AWG, 3-conductor

The cord should be provided with a molded-on cord connectorbody at the other end. The cord length must not exceed 3 meters(9.8 feet).

Outside the U.S.A. and Canada, the plug must be rated for 250VAC, 2.5 amp minimum, and must display an internationalagency approval marking. The cord must be suitable for use inthe end-user’s country. Consult your dealer or the local electricalauthorities if you are unsure of the type of power cord to use inyour country. Voltage changes occur automatically in the powersupply.

Notice of FCC Compliance

a. Federal Communications Commission (FCC)Requirements, Part 15:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.

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Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. this device may not cause harmful interference,and

2. this device must accept any interferencereceived,including interference that may causeundesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to complywith the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant toPart 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed toprovide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. This equipmentgenerates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energyand if not installed and used in accordance with theinstruction manual may cause harmful interference toradio communications. However, there is no guaranteethat interference will not occur in a particularinstallation. If this equipment does cause harmfulinterference to radio or television reception, which canbe determined by turning the equipment off and on,the user is encouraged to try to correct the interferenceby one or more of the following measures:

� Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

� Increase the separation between the equipment andthe receiver.

� Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuitdifferent from that to which the receiver is connected.

� Consult the dealer or an experienced technician forhelp.

� Use only shielded I/O cables to connect I/O devices tothis equipment.

You are cautioned that any changes or modificationsnot expressly approved by TabletKiosk could void yourauthority to use the equipment.

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b. Regulatory information / Disclaimers

This device must be installed and used in strictaccordance with the instructions included in the userdocumentation provided with the product. Anychanges or modifications (including the antennas)made to this device that are not expressly approved bythe manufacturer may void the user’s authority tooperate the equipment. The manufacturer is notresponsible for any radio or television interferencecaused by unauthorized modification of this device, orthe substitution of the connecting cables andequipment other than the ones specified bymanufacturer. It is the responsibility of the user tocorrect any interference caused by such unauthorizedmodification, substitution or attachment. Themanufacturer and its authorized resellers or distributorswill assume no liability for any damage or violation ofgovernment regulations arising from the failure tocomply with these guidelines.

c. For portable devices without a co-location condition (eg.notebook pc)

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:

1. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating inconjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

2. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiationexposure limits set forth for an uncontrolledenvironment. This device was tested for typical lap-heldoperations with the device contacted directly to thehuman body to the back side of the Tablet PC. Tomaintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliancerequirements, please follow operation instruction asdocumented in this manual.

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The availability of some specific channels and/oroperational frequency bands are country dependentand are firmware programmed at the factory to matchthe intended destination. The firmware setting is notaccessible by the end user.

d. SAR Exposure

This device has been tested for compliance with FCC RFExposure (SAR) limits in typical flat configurations.

In order to comply with SAR limits established in theANSI C95.1 standards, it is recommended that theintegrated antenna is positioned more than 1.5cm fromyour body or from nearby persons during extendedperiods of operation. If the antenna is positioned lessthan 1.5 cm (0.6 inches) from the user, it isrecommended that the user limit the exposure time.

FCC Statement to Users for the FaxModem

Notice of FCC Compliance for the Fax/Modem

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. The FCCRegistration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number for thisequipment are located on a label at the bottom of thisequipment. IF REQUESTED, THIS INFORMATION MUST BE GIVENTO THE TELEPHONE COMPANY.

The REN helps to determine the number of devices you mayconnect to your telephone line while allowing all of thosedevices to ring when your telephone number is called. In most,but not all areas, the amount of devices connected to one lineshould not exceed five (5).

To know precisely how many devices you may connect to yourline, as determined by the REN, you should contact your localtelephone company to determine the maximum REN for yourcalling area.

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If your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephonenetwork, the telephone company may disconnect your servicetemporarily. They may notify you in advance, but if advancenotice is not practical, you will be informed of your right to file acomplaint with the FCC.

Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities,equipment, operations or procedures that could affect theproper functioning of your equipment. If they do, you will benotified in advance and given the opportunity to maintainuninterrupted telephone service.

The telephone company may ask you to disconnect thisequipment from the network until the problem has beencorrected or until you are sure that the equipment is notmalfunctioning. This equipment may not be used on coin serviceprovided by the telephone company.

The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes itunlawful for any person to use a computer or an electronicdevice to send any message via a telephone facsimile machineunless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top orbottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of thetransmission the following information:

� The date and time of transmission

� Identification of either business, business entity orindividual sending the message;

� Telephone number of either the sending machine,business entity or individual.

In order to program this information into your fax/modem, pleaserefer to the appropriate instructions in your fax/modem manual.

Note-TNV Safety Caution:To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger ULListed or CSA Certified Telecommunication line cord. Avoidusing a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an

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electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shockfrom lightning. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leakin the vicinity of the leak.

Canadian EMI Compliance Statement

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of theCanadian Interference - Causing Equipment Regulations.

IC Warning statement:

a. WLAN

“To prevent radio interference to the licensed service,this device is intended to be operated indoors and awayfrom windows to provide maximum shielding.Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installedoutdoors is subject to licensing.”

b. For LPD

“Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) thisdevice must accept any interference, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation of thedevice.”

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canada RSS-210.

The abbreviation, IC, before the registration number signifiesthat registration was performed based on a Declaration ofConformity (DoC) indicating that Industry Canada technicalspecifications were met. It does not imply that Industry Canadaapproved the equipment.

European Union CE Marking Declaration

This product has been tested and found to comply with the EMCrequirement subject to the EU directive for CE marking.

Table of Contents ��

Preface iCopyright iDisclaimer iiSafety Instructions iiNotices of Regulatory Compliance iv

Getting Started 1What’s in the Box 1Setting Up Your Sahara Slate PC 2Step 1: Inserting the Battery Pack 2To Remove the Battery Pack 3Step 2: Connecting the Tablet PC to an External Power Source 4Step 3: Connecting Applicable Peripherals and Networking Cables 4Step 4: Powering on the Sahara Slate PC 5Step 5: Completing the Operating System Installation 5Step 6: Using the Stylus Pen 6

Touch Screen mode 6Active Digitizer mode (i440D only): 7

Touring Your Sahara Slate PC 9Front View 10Top View 12Left Side View 14Back View 16Right View 18BottomView 18

Battery Usage and Care 21Using the Battery for the First Time 21Charging the Battery Under Typical Conditions 22Problems Charging the Battery 23Battery Status 23Low BatteryWarnings 23About Battery Pack Usage 24Real Time Clock Battery 24Storing a Battery 25

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Using Your Sahara Slate PC withWindows XP 27Windows XP Professional Edition or Tablet PC Edition? 27Navigating with the Stylus Pen 28Touch Screen Set-Up and Calibration 29

Operation Mode 29Touch Sensitivity 30Calibrating the Touch Screen 30

Digitizer Set-Up and Calibration (Tablet PC Edition only) 32Programming the Function Buttons 33Setting the Screen Brightness 34Changing Screen Resolution, Color and Rotation 34

Display Settings 34Color Correction 35Launch Zoom 36

Entering Text with the On-Screen Keyboard 37Entering Text with the Input Panels (Tablet PC Edition only) 38

Writing Pad 38Character Pad 38On-Screen Keyboard 39

Connecting to the Internet 40Using aWired LAN 40Using Both DHCP and a Static IP Address 42Using aWireless LAN 43Using a Modem 44

BluetoothWireless Connectivity 45

Using Your Sahara Slate PC withWindowsVista 49Navigating with the Stylus Pen 50Selecting Multiple Items 50Touch Screen Set-Up and Calibration 51

Operation Mode 51Touch Sensitivity 52Calibrating the Touch Screen 52

Digitizer Configuration and Calibration 54Calibrating the Active Digitizer (i440D only) 55

Handwriting Recognition 56Entering Text with the Input Panels 56

Writing Pad 57Character Pad 57On-Screen Keyboard 58Input Panel Options 59Improving Handwriting Recognition 59

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Programming the Function Buttons 60Changing Screen Resolution, Color and Rotation 61

Display Settings 62Color Correction 62Launch Zoom 63

Connecting to the Internet 64Using aWired LAN 64Using Both DHCP and a Static IP Address 66Using aWireless LAN 67Using a Modem 69

Bluetooth®Wireless Connectivity 69

Securing Your Sahara Slate PC 73BIOS Settings 74Creating aWindows Login Password 75

Creating the Password InWindows XP 75Creating the Password InWindows Vista 75

Taking Ownership of the TPM 77Enrolling Your Fingerprints in VitaKey 77

Setting Up Your VitaKey Password Bank 79How to use an enrolled password 80Managing the Password Bank 80

Upgrading Your Sahara Slate PC 83Before you Begin ANY Upgrade Procedure 83Upgrading Memory (RAM) 84Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) 86Replacing theWireless Networking Card (Advanced) 88

Troubleshooting 91General Hardware Problems / Possible Causes and Solutions 91Audio Problems/Solutions 91Battery Problems/Solutions 92Internet Problems/Solutions 92Networking Problems/Solutions 93Power Problems/Solutions 93Screen Display Problems/Solutions 94Upgrade Problems/Solutions 95USB Problems/Solutions 96Contacting Your Dealer 96Recovering Your System Using the System Restore Disc 96

Specifications 101

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Your Sahara Slate PC was des�gned to allow you to be up andrunn�ng as qu�ckly as poss�ble. Because the Sahara Slate PC sh�psto var�ous countr�es around the world, set-up may vary sl�ghtlydepend�ng on where you are located.

If you have any quest�ons after read�ng th�s manual, please v�s�tour webs�te at www.tabletkiosk.com for more �nformat�on or tosubm�t a support request.

What’s in the Box

Your Sahara Slate PC 1 should come securely packaged �n �tssh�pp�ng carton along w�th the �tems l�sted below 2. Pleasecontact your dealer �mmed�ately �f you f�nd that anyth�ng �sm�ss�ng or damaged.

1. Power Cord and AC Adapter

2. Ultrafiber Clean�ng Cloth

3. Sahara Slate PC Neoprene Sl�p Case

4. S�mple Stand

5. Th�s User’s Manual and Qu�ck Start Gu�de

6. Appl�cable Operat�ng System Qu�ck Start Gu�de 3

7. Appl�cable System Restore D�sc 4

8. Standard L�th�um-Ion Battery Pack

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1 There are three models �n the Sahara Slate PC �400 Ser�es: �412T / �440T / �440D.Please check to make sure you have rece�ved the correct model.

2 Contents of the packag�ng may change w�thout pr�or not�ce. Please check ourwebs�te at www.tabletk�osk.com for the most up-to-date l�st �f your packagecontents vary from th�s l�st.

3 Please be sure to check that the Qu�ck Start Gu�de matches the Operat�ngSystem (OS) preloaded on your Sahara Slate PC. There w�ll not be a Qu�ck StartGu�de �ncluded �f you ordered your Tablet PC w�th openSUSE L�nu�.

4 Please be sure to check that the System Restore D�sc matches the Operat�ngSystem (OS) preloaded on your Sahara Slate PC. There w�ll not be a SystemRestore D�sc �ncluded �f you ordered your Tablet PC w�thout an OS opt�on.

Setting UpYour Sahara Slate PC

Please read the follow�ng steps to beg�n us�ng your new TabletPC as qu�ckly and eas�ly as poss�ble.

1. Insert�ng the Battery Pack �f your Tablet PC sh�pped from thedealer w�thout a pre-�nserted battery.

2. Connect�ng the Sahara Slate PC to an e�ternal power source.

3. Connect�ng appl�cable per�pherals and network�ng cables.

4. Power�ng on the Sahara Slate PC

5. Complet�ng the Operat�ng System Installat�on

6. Us�ng the Stylus Pen

Step 1: Inserting the Battery PackTurn the tablet over and place �t, screen down on a sol�d, clean,flat surface.

CAUTION:When turning over the Sahara Slate PC, be careful not toplace it on a surface that could scratch or damage the screen. Youcan place the included slip case on the surface before carefullysetting the computer down to protect the screen.

Al�gn the battery �nto the battery compartment and then sl�de �t�nto the computer unt�l �t cl�cks securely �nto place.


Sl�de the battery-lock�ng tab (the tab closest to the top of thetablet) �n the oppos�te d�rect�on of the unlock�ng arrowengraved on the tab �tself. Once the lock�ng tab cl�cks �ntopos�t�on, the battery should be securely seated.

To Remove the Battery Pack

Turn off the Sahara Slate PC and remove the power cord from the“DC Power In” port. Turn over the tablet and place �t on a sol�d,clean flat surface. Sl�de the lock�ng tab �n the d�rect�on of thearrow engraved on the tab to set �t �n the unlock pos�t�on. Useyour other hand to sl�de the battery release latch �n the d�rect�onof the arrow engraved on the tab and hold �t there. Use bothhands to carefully s�de the battery out of the bay.


Inserting the battery

Removing the battery

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Step 2: Connecting the Tablet PC to an External Power SourceLocate the AC adapter and the power cord. Plug the power cordsecurely �nto the AC adapter. Plug the AC adapter’s connect�oncable �nto the “DC Power In” port on the top of the tablet. Oncethe adapter plug �s securely �n place, plug the power cord �nto ane�ternal power socket.

NOTE:When you first connect the tablet into an external powersource, the battery charge indicator will begin to glow amber.Whenthe battery is fully charged the indicator will turn green. See thesection entitled Battery Care for tips onmaximizing battery life andperformance.

Step 3: Connecting Applicable Peripherals and Networking CablesIf you would l�ke to use any e�ternal per�pheral w�th the tablet(�.e. USB mouse, USB keyboard, etc.) or are plann�ng to connectto the Internet and/or a corporate LAN us�ng a w�red connect�on(RJ45) as opposed to w�relessly, connect the e�ternal per�pheralnow. See the sect�on ent�tled Touring Your Sahara Slate PC, to�dent�fy wh�ch ports to use.

IMPORTANT:When you power on the tablet for the first time, youwill need to have an external USB keyboard connected in order tocomplete theWindows XP Professional installation routine. An

Plugging into anexternal power source

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external USB keyboard is not required for completing theinstallation ofWindows XP Tablet Edition orWindows Vista as theyinclude an on-screen keyboard.

Step 4: Powering on the Sahara Slate PCLocate the three power sw�tches on the top on the tablet.The sw�tch (closest to the PCMCIA e�pans�on slot) �s thecomputer’s ma�n power toggle. Sl�de �t away from the PCMCIAslot and hold �t there unt�l �t em�ts a blue glow (about 1-2seconds) and then release �t. The Sahara Slate PC w�ll nowboot up.

Step 5: Completing the Operating System InstallationWhen your system powers on for the first t�me, W�ndows w�llhave a few quest�ons for you to answer �n order to local�ze your�nstallat�on.

NOTE: You’ll need a USB keyboard connected to your system inorder to answer some of the questions that require text input ifyour Sahara Slate PC came withWindows XP Professional orWindows Vista. If your Sahara Slate PC came withWindows XPTablet Edition, you can use the stylus pen to input the requiredinformation via the on-screen keyboard.

Refer to your operat�ng system’s manual for �nformat�on on anyof the quest�ons you are unsure how to answer.

Powering on the Sahara Slate PC.

Slide and hold the toggle switch until it lights up blue.

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Step 6: Using the Stylus PenUnl�ke a standard laptop or desktop PC, standard nav�gat�onalact�v�t�es on a Tablet PC are completed us�ng the stylus pen, oreven your fingers �f us�ng the touch screen. The screen w�ll reactto the pen d�fferently depend�ng on whether you are us�ng theTouch Screen mode or the Act�ve D�g�t�zer mode.

Touch Screen mode

Nav�gat�ng w�th a touch screen �s d�fferent from nav�gat�ng w�tha mouse. The pen w�ll �nteract w�th the computer whenever youtouch �t to the screen.

Hold the stylus pen as �f you were wr�t�ng w�th a standard pen.Instead of sl�d�ng the pen around the screen, just tap on whatyou want to �nteract w�th. Sl�d�ng the pen wh�le l�ghtly touch�ngthe t�p to the screen w�ll move the on-screen po�nter around as �fyou were us�ng a mouse and hold�ng down the left mousebutton. In other words, you would be perform�ng what �s knownas a drag operat�on.

Also, remember that s�nce the screen �s sens�t�ve to the touch,rest�ng your hand on the screen wh�le us�ng the pen m�ght makethe po�nter react unpred�ctably.

TIP:When trying to select or activate something on the screen withthe stylus pen, pay attention to the position of the pointer iconinstead of the tip of the pen.

Tapp�ng l�ghtly on the screen w�ll perform a standard left mousebutton cl�ck. Hold�ng the t�p of the pen aga�nst the screenw�thout mov�ng �t for about a second or so w�ll perform astandard r�ght mouse button cl�ck.

Active Digitizer mode (i440D only)

The �440D should default to the act�ve d�g�t�zer mode whenpowered on for the first t�me. In th�s mode, the pen doesn’t evenneed to touch the screen to act�vate and move the po�nter.

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NOTE: To change screen modes from touch screen to activedigitizer, or vice-versa, simply press the Screen Mode Togglebutton. This can be done at any time as the mode switch is live. Seethe section entitled Touring Your Sahara Slate PC for the location ofthe Screen Mode Toggle button.

Hold the stylus pen as �f you were wr�t�ng w�th a standard pen.Place the t�p of the stylus just above the screen and move �taround. The po�nter should follow the t�p of the pen. In th�smode your hand may rest on the screen, s�nce th�s w�ll not affectthe behav�or of the po�nter.

TIP:When trying to select or activate something on the screen withthe stylus pen, pay attention to the position of the pointer iconinstead of the tip of the pen.

Tapp�ng l�ghtly on the screen w�th the t�p of the stylus w�llperform a standard left mouse cl�ck. If you want to perform ar�ght mouse cl�ck, press and hold down the t�p of the stylusl�ghtly on the screen. In a moment, an an�mated �con w�ll drawaround the po�nter. L�ft the stylus from the screen to completethe button press.

NOTE: Animated cues, or floating tablet tips, will only appear in theActive Digitizer mode if your Sahara Slate PC is runningWindows XPTablet PC Edition orWindows Vista.

A tap and hold is theequivalent of a right-buttonclick using a mouse.

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The Sahara Slate PC features a number of physical characteristicsdesigned to help you work as efficiently as possible. Take amoment to familiarize yourself with the controls and Input/Output (I/O) ports on the faces and sides of the computer.Understanding the layout of the system will help you use yourSahara Slate PC more efficiently in the field or on the go.

Chapter 02Touring Your Sahara Slate PC

While the switches and I/O ports are identical on all models of theSahara Slate PC i400 series, the top function button to the right of thedisplay is preprogrammed to toggle screen modes on the i440D only.It is user-programmable on the i412T and i440T.

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Front View

1. Battery Charge IndicatorGlows amber when the battery is charging and changes togreen when the battery is fully charged.

2. Hard Disk Drive Activity LightGlows blue when the hard drive is being accessed

3. Built-in Stereo SpeakersTo listen to music, movies, games and more.

4. Secure Attention Sequence (SAS)A computer without an attached keyboard must support ahardware mechanism to generate the SAS which is alsoknown as “CTRL+ALT+DEL” or “CAD”.

5. Screen RotationThis button will rotate the screen counter-clockwise �0º to aportrait orientation and then back to the original landscapeorientation.

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6. VolumeUpThis button will increase the volume of sound emitted fromthe computer’s internal speakers and headphone port.

7. VolumeDownThis button will increase the volume of sound emitted fromthe computer’s internal speakers and headphone port.

8. ScreenMode Toggle Button (i440D only)This button will toggle the i440D’s input screen between theactive digitizer and resistive touch screen modes.

8. User Programmable Function Button (i412T & i440T)This button can be programmed by the user.

9. User Programmable Function ButtonThis button can be programmed by the user.



12. Finger Print ReaderIs used to secure your system from unauthorized users. SeeSecuring Your Sahara Slate PC for more information andhow to set up biometric security.

13. Dual Digital Microphone ArrayMicrophone array records audio with higher fidelity for moreaccurate voice recognition.

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Top View

1. DC Power In JackPlug the AC adapter’s connection cable into this port toprovide power to the computer.

2. Ventilation PortFan exhaust port for expelling hot air from the interior of theTablet PC. Do not block to prevent over heating.

3. Wireless Networking Power ToggleSlide the toggle switch to activate the wireless networkingadapter’s transmitter. The switch will glow blue whenpowered on. Slide switch back to turn off wirelessnetworking.

Note: When not connected to a wireless network, turn off thewireless transmitter to conserve battery power.

4. Bluetooth Power ToggleSlide the toggle switch to activate the Bluetooth wirelesstransmitter. The switch will glow blue when powered on.Slide switch back to turn off Bluetooth.

Note: When not actively using a Bluetooth peripheral, turn theBluetooth transmitter off to conserve battery power.

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5. System Power/Resume ToggleSlide this switch and hold for �-� seconds to power on thecomputer or to resume normal operation if the computer isin Suspend Mode. Slide and holding for 4-6 seconds toimmediately turn off the computer.

Note: Using this switch to power off the computer is notrecommended unless the computer has stopped responding to userinput as there is no time for the OS to shut down normally, and as aresult, data loss may occur.

6. PC Card (PCMCIA) SlotExpansion port allows the connection of externalperipherals that can extend the functionality of thecomputer. Compatible with standard Type I and Type II3�-bit and �6-bit PCMCIA cards.

7. PC Card Eject ButtonUse to eject a connected PC Card from the PC Card slot.


Left Side View

1. VGA PortThis port enables you to connect the Sahara Slate PC to anyexternal display monitor that uses a cable with a standardmale Sub-D (HD�5) connector. It supports using the externalmonitor in clone, span and dual view modes. Great fordriving an LCD or Plasma HDTV with a PC-In (VGA) port.

2. LAN PortUse this RJ45 jack to access a local area network or high-speed Internet connection with a standard, twisted-pairEthernet cable. Supports �0/�00/�000 Mbps protocols.

3. ModemPortUse this RJ�� jack to connect the internal 56K voice/data/faxmodem to your phone line using a standard telephonecable.

4. IEEE1394 (Firewire) PortA fast external bus standard that supports isochronous datatransfer rates of up to 400 Mbps (400 million bits persecond). It is ideal for devices that need to transfer highlevels of data in real-time, such as video devices and harddrives. The IEEE�3�4 port also supports both Plug-and-Playand hot plugging and can supply power to lower powerperipheral devices.

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5. TwoUSB 2.0 PortsHigh speed (480 Mbs) Universal Serial Bus �.0 ports forconnecting peripherals such as a mouse, keyboard, wedgereader, CD/DVD drive, printer, digital camera and more.Backward compatible with USB �.� devices.

6. eSATA (External Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) PortWith transfer speeds reaching three times that of USB �.0 orIEEE�3�4, eSATA is an excellent choice for external diskstorage. Supports both SATA II (300 Mbps) and SATA I (�50Mbps) hard disk drives.

7. Headphone / Audio OutStereo audio port for connecting headphones, externalspeakers or other audio devices.

8. Audio InUsed to input stereo audio from external devices such as amicrophone, radio or tape player.

9. Stylus Pen and HolderSecures the stylus pen to the Sahara Slate PC.


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1. Wireless Networking Card Expansion SlotExpansion slot contains wireless networking adapter. Userupgradeable.

2. RAM (Memory) CompartmentAllows access to the user-upgradeable memory slot. PrimaryRAM module resides on the other side of the motherboardand is NOT user-upgradeable.

3. Docking ConnectorThis connector will allow the use of an optional VESAmounting plate, docking cradle and other optionalexpansion devices. Power pass-thru is supported.

4. VESAMounting ScrewHoldersUsed to allow mounting with 75mm – �00mm VESAcompatible attachments.

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5. BatteryThe Sahara Slate PC comes equipped with a standard 6-celllithium-ion battery pack that can be removed by the userand replaced.

6. Battery LatchUsed along with the battery locking tab to release thebattery from its bay for removal.

7. Battery Locking TabAllows the battery to be locked into place during use toprevent accidental removal and subsequent power loss.


Right View

1. Anti-Theft Kensington LockUse with the locking device (sold separately) to attach theSahara Slate PC to a desk, table, kiosk, or other stationaryapparatus to help prevent the computer from being stolen.

2. BatteryThe Sahara Slate PC comes equipped with a standard 6-celllithium-ion battery pack that can be removed by the userand replaced.

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1. Docking Cradle Support GroovesServe as support and alignment guides when using theSahara Slate PC with the optional Docking Cradle.

2. Ventilation PortCooling fan intake port. Do not block to help preventoverheating.

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Depending on your system’s configuration and your applicationusage, a fully charged battery should allow you to run yourSahara Slate PC for 3 to 4 hours.

Operations that will significantly reduce battery life include, butare not limited to, the following:

1. Using external bus-powered optical, floppy and hard diskdrives

2. Using wireless communications devices, including theinternal wireless networking card, Bluetooth adapter,PCMCIA Cards, or USB devices.

3. Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, orother computationally-intensive programs such as games,media players and 3D graphics applications.

4. Running the computer in maximum performance mode.

5. Using the computer in overly-hot environmental conditions.

Using the Battery for the First Time

Before using the computer on battery power for the first time,the battery should be charged for at least four hours. Also, theSmart Battery IC within the battery pack should be calibrated inorder to get an accurate reporting of the remaining battery life.

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To calibrate the battery pack, follow these steps:

1. Turn the computer off. Connect the AC adapter and let thebattery fully recharge.

2. Disconnect the AC adapter and power on the computer. Letthe battery run down until it is so low that the batterycharge light turns red and the system automatically entersthe Suspend mode.

3. Reconnect the AC adapter, let the battery fully recharge andthen run the computer with the external power stillconnected for at least five (5) continuous hours.

The battery pack should now be properly calibrated. If you findthat battery life doesn’t correspond to the battery status asreported by your operating system, repeat steps � -3 again.

If after performing a calibration for a second time you still findyou are having a problem with the battery life, contact yourdealer and arrange for a replacement. The battery may bedefective.

In general, using the battery until the “Battery Low” warningindicator appears and then fully recharging the battery (fulldischarge/charge cycle) will ensure the accuracy of the batterystatus gauge.

If you find you are using the computer almost exclusivelyattached to an external power source, calibrating at least once amonth is recommended.

Charging the Battery Under Typical Conditions

When you connect the computer to an electrical outlet, theSmart Battery IC in the battery pack checks the battery’s chargeand temperature. If charging is necessary, the battery indicatoron the front of the Sahara Slate PC will glow amber and the ACadapter will automatically charge the battery.

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When fully charged, the battery indicator will change to greenand the battery’s charge will be maintained while connected tothe external power source. When the computer is disconnectedfrom the electrical outlet, the battery indicator will turn off.

NOTE: The time to fully recharge the battery is approximately 90 –100 minutes when the computer is powered off. The time to fullyrecharge the battery when the computer is in use varies accordingto the power requirements of the operations that the computer isperforming while charging.

Problems Charging the Battery

Environmental conditions can affect the ability of the computerto charge the battery. If the battery is too hot from either beingused in your computer or being exposed to an overly hotenvironment, the battery may not charge when you connect thecomputer to an electrical outlet.

If this occurs, disconnect the computer from the electrical outletand allow it and the battery to cool to room temperature. Thenreconnect the computer to an electrical outlet to continuecharging the battery.

Battery Status

Both Windows XP and Windows Vista have an applet in theControl Panel that will display an icon in the Windows taskbarindicating when the computer is running on battery power or isattached to the AC adapter.

This applet also displays a meter that indicates approximatelyhow much of a charge is remaining in the battery.

Low Battery Warnings

A beeping sound will be heard once to alert you to a “BatteryLow” status. The Battery LED indicator will begin to flash red.

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When the battery’s power level drops to a “Battery Very Low”status the beeping sound will be heard every second.

When this continuous beeping occurs, your battery has onlyapproximately one to two minutes of charge left. You shouldsave what you are working on and plug in the AC power adapterto avoid potential data loss.

When there is only one minute of battery charge remaining, thecomputer will suspend its current state to the hard drive andpower off. Plug in the AC adapter and turn the computer back onto resume your work.

About Battery Pack Usage

Over time, even with proper care, battery performance (the timethe battery can operate the computer before needing to berecharged) will decrease. Depending on how often the battery isused, how many times it has been charged and the conditionsunder which it is used, you may need to purchase a new batteryduring the life of your computer

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, only use replacement batteriesrecommended by TabletKiosk. To prevent the loss of data when thesystem loses power, do not remove the battery pack while thepower is on unless attached to an external power source.

NOTE: Do not dispose of batteries with household waste. When yourbattery no longer holds a charge, call your local waste disposal orenvironmental agency for advice on disposing of a lithium-ionbattery.

Real Time Clock Battery

In order to maintain certain system information while the poweris off, the motherboard contains a small built-in battery pack thatconstantly supplies power to the system.

If the computer is left without a power source for long periods oftime, this battery can be exhausted and system information will

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be lost. This will not affect any of your data stored on thecomputer’s hard drive, but rather the settings in the BIOS that tellthe computer how to operate. It is recommended, therefore, thatif you plan to store the computer for a long time you periodicallyattach the battery pack, plug in the computer to an externalpower source and allow the battery to recharge.

If you find out, after removing the computer from storage, thatyou have lost this system information, by receiving a BIOS errorwhen you boot up for the first time, contact your dealer or visitTabletKiosk’s website at www.tabletkiosk.com to obtain theproper BIOS settings.

Storing a Battery

When storing your computer for an extended period of time, it isrecommended that you remove the battery pack and store it in adry, cool location. Since a battery discharges during prolongedstorage, you should fully recharge the battery before you use itagain.


Chapter 04: Using Your Sahara Slate PC with Windows XP ��

While your Sahara Slate PC is a power mobile computer capableof accomplishing all the same tasks as a laptop or a desktop PC,there are some differences in the way that you interactwith Windows using a stylus pen as opposed to a mouseand keyboard. This chapter contains tips and details to get themost from your Sahara Slate PC while using Windows XP.

Windows XP Professional Edition or Tablet PC Edition?

The two different editions of Windows XP that can comepreinstalled on the Sahara Slate PC are the Professional andTablet PC Editions. Both editions are based on the sameoperating core, and thus can run all the same applications. TabletPC Edition, however, has certain additional features that aredesigned specifically to enhance the Tablet PC user’s day-to-dayWindows computing experience.

Be sure to read the booklet entitled “Windows XP Tablet PCEdition 2005 Start Here” that came with your Sahara Slate PC formore information about these exclusive features.

You should know which edition of Windows XP you arerunning to avoid any confusion while reading this chapter. Tofind out which edition you are currently running on yourSahara Slate PC:

1. Tap on the START button with your stylus pen to open theSTART Menu.

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2. Tap on “My Computer” to open a window showing thecontents of your computer.

3. In the left pane of the window, tap on the first entry thatreads “View system information” to open the “SystemProperties” window.

4. In the “General” tab under the “System” subsection you willsee the edition and version of Windows XP that you arecurrently running.

It is also important to note that some of the context-sensitivefeatures of Windows XP Tablet PC Edition, such as the floatingInput panel icon, will only function when your Sahara Slate PCi440D is in Active Digitizer mode. You may switch betweenscreen input modes simply by pressing the screen mode togglebutton. See the section entitled Touring Your Sahara Slate PC tosee where the screen toggle button is located.

Navigating with the Stylus Pen

With a Tablet PC, you use a stylus pen instead of a mouse tointeract directly with objects on your screen. You can open,move, edit and delete items — such as icons, files, windows and

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more — with easy-to-use basic functions similar to thoseperformed with a mouse.

Touch Screen Set-Up and Calibration

The TouchSet Set-Up Utility allows you to customize the wayyour touch screen accepts positional input and responds to thetap of the stylus. You’ll find a short-cut icon for the TouchSetUtility on your desktop.

OperationMode

The operation mode affectshow the touch screen acceptsand processes input. There aretwo basic modes of operation:Stream Mode and Point Mode.

In StreamMode, positionalinformation is relayed to theoperating system continuously.In this mode you can place thestylus or your finger on thescreen and drag items around.This is the mode you’llprobably want to use forstandard usage.

Stylus Pen Action Equivalent Mouse Action

Point Point

Tap Click

Double-tap Double-click

Drag Drag

Press and hold Right-click

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Point Mode only accepts and relays one positional coordinateeach time the stylus or a finger touches the screen. In order torelay a new positional coordinate to Windows, you must retouchthe screen with your finger or stylus. This mode is useful formenu or button-driven touch applications — such as kiosks,P.O.S. or hospitality order taking — that do not involve tasks thatrequire continuous data input like signature capture, itemdragging or handwriting recognition.

You can set the operation mode in the TouchSet Utility on the“Configuration” tab.

Touch Sensitivity

You can set the area and speedthat the screen will use todetermine whether a double-tap has occurred. The heightand width can be adjusted to asmall area for applications thatrequire a more precise level ofoperation, or to a large area toaccommodate larger buttonsor input areas.

If you find that the touchscreen is tracking the pointer’sposition erratically, you mightneed to enable the “Stabilityenhancement” option which slows down the touch screen’sinput sensors to compensate for possible RF interference andthus increase their accuracy.

Calibrating the Touch Screen

If you find that the pointer isn’t properly following the touch ofyour stylus pen, you might need to calibrate the touch screen.


1. Tap on the “Calibration” taband select the desired levelof calibration accuracy.Most of the time, a 4-pointaccuracy is sufficient.

2. Tap on the “Calibrate”button to begin thecalibration routine. Followthe on-screen instructionsto complete thecalibration.

3. When the calibration iscomplete, you can tap onthe “Paint” button to testyour calibration results by tapping or dragging with thestylus or a finger around the screen. Use the grid to helpvisualize the alignment accuracy of your screen’s calibration.

Touch Screen CalibrationRoutine: Tap in the center ofthe red crosses as they appearto calibrate the touch screen’sinput.

Touch Screen DrawTest:Draw on the screen with the

stylus to test the screen’saccuracy after calibration.


Digitizer Set-Up and Calibration (Tablet PC Edition only)

The Sahara Slate PC i440D can operate in an electromagneticactive digitizer mode as well as in the touch screen mode.Windows XP Tablet PC Edition provides a special control panelapplet to control and calibrate the digitizer screen.

To access the “Tablet and Pen Settings” control panel:

1. Tap on the START button to open the START Menu.

2. Tap on the “Control Panel” and then in the Control Panelwindow that opens, tap on the “Printers and OtherHardware” category.

3. From the “Printers and Other Hardware” window, look under“or pick a Control Panel icon” for “Tablet and Pen Settings”and tap to open the control panel.

This control panel will allowyou to set your handedness,where menus open, thedefault screen rotation, howbright the screen is underdifferent power savingschemes, what mouseactions occur with differentpen actions and more. Youcan tap on the “Help” buttonfor more information oneach of the individualfeatures in the panel.

Another important featureof the “Tablet and PenSettings” control panel can be found on the “Settings” tab: it isthe Digitizer Screen Calibrator. For improved accuracy, you canindependently calibrate the digitizer screen for both landscapeand portrait orientations.


Choose the orientation from the drop down list and then tap onthe “Calibrate…” button to start the calibration routine. Followthe on-screen instructions to complete the calibration.

Programming the FunctionButtons

Your Sahara Slate PC hasfour (three on the i440D)user-programmablefunction buttons located onthe front panel to the rightof the display screen. Youcan use the Tablet PropertiesPanel, located in the systemtray, to reprogram thebuttons to activate adifferent preprogrammedtask, or to launch anapplication of your choice. The Sahara Slate PC i440D has the first

function button preprogrammed tochange screen input modes.

The digitizer calibration is very similar to the touch screencalibration. Touch the center of the crosses when they appear.

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Setting the Screen Brightness

The “Brightness” tab in theTablet Properties Panel,located in the system tray,allows you to set an overallbrightness level for the displayscreen. Simply drag the sliderto the left to dim the display orto the right to brighten thedisplay. This control isindependent from the slidersin the Intel Media AcceleratorDriver control applet.

Changing Screen Resolution,Color and Rotation

Using the control panel of the Intel Graphics Media AcceleratorDriver, you can enable multi-monitor support, adjust colorbalance and gamma, change the screen resolution, enable/disable screen rotation and more. This section will get youstarted with the control panel. For more detailed informationabout the panel’s features, click on the question mark iconlocated on the right-hand side of the panel’s title bar.

To access the control panel of theIntel Media Accelerator Driver, tapon the screen icon located in theWindows system tray. When thepop-up menu appears, tap on“Graphics Properties…” to openthe panel.

Display Settings

The Display Settings tab holds the controls that affect colordepth, screen resolution and screen rotation. Most of the time

Tap and hold on this icon toget access to the Intel®

Graphics Media AcceleratorDriver control panel.


you will probably want to use the default values, but you mayencounter specialized applications where it is advantageous tolower the screen’s resolution or disable the screen rotationfunction.

Color Correction

The Color Correction tab is where you will find the controls thataffect the color balance, brightness and contrast of the displayscreen. Use the control sliders to adjust the screen values.Moving a slider to the left decreases the corresponding value,moving a slider to the right increases it.

By using the color channel option buttons at the top of thepanel, you can change the RGB color values equally orindividually. The Gamma control will adjust the screen’sbrightness without affecting the white point or the black pointof the display.

Tap on the “Restore Defaults” button to return the controlsettings to their default values. This is useful if you areexperimenting with the sliders and are unhappy with the results,or if you decide to make additional changes at a later time andwant to discard your previously-applied settings. Tap on the


“Apply” button to accept your changes, the “Cancel” button toreject the changes, or the “OK” button to accept the changes andexit the control panel.

Launch Zoom

The Intel Zoom Utility is an interesting feature of the Intel MediaAccelerator Driver. Tap on the “Launch Zoom” button to open theutility. Then tap anywhere on the screen and the utility will zoomin on the surrounding area of the screen where you tapped. Thezoom is live, so if you move your pen around the screen, thezoomed image will update.


NOTE: The live update works best when in digitizer screen mode onthe i440D. You canmove the pointer around without touching thescreen. Therefore, when you pass over an open application, you willnot cover up the Zoom Utility window.

The Zoom Utility window will stay open and active even whenyou exit the Intel Media Accelerator control panel. You can closethe utility like any other standard Windows application; either bychoosing “Exit” from the “Action” Menu, or by clicking on the“Close” button in the program’s title bar.

Entering Text with the On-Screen Keyboard

One of Windows XP’s accessibility features is an on-screenkeyboard applet that allows you to input text and to executestandard function key combinations. While not as full-featured asother keyboard emulation applications, or even the Windows XPTablet PC Edition On-Screen Keyboard (see the next section), itdoes provide most of the standard functionality of an externally-attached keyboard.

To access the keyboard, open the START menu and choose “AllPrograms > Accessories > Accessibility > On-Screen Keyboard”.

The On-Screen Keyboard can be set to emulate different stylesof keyboards and to always be on top of all open applicationwindows. It can even be customized with your choice of fontface and font size. Standard modifier key combinations can alsobe used within any application. For example, to open a newblank document while working in MS Word, simply tap on the<Ctrl> key and then on the <N> key.


Entering Text with the Input Panels (Tablet PC Edition only)

Complementing Microsoft’s Digital Inking handwritingrecognition technology, Windows XP Tablet PC Edition featuresinput pads that accept and convert handwriting to text, as wellas provide a more compact and convenient on-screen keyboard.

Tap the “Keyboard” icon located next to the START button on theWindows Taskbar to display the on-screen keyboard and writingpads. These input tools allow you to enter information directlyinto any application that accepts standard keyboard inputs.

Writing Pad

This pad allows you to enter text on a word-by-word basis. Youwrite on the lines inside the writing pad just as you would writeon a lined piece of notepaper. When you reach the end of theline, the pad will expand automatically so you can keep onwriting without having to stop. Windows will convert yourhandwriting into text, on the fly, and then insert it in theappropriate location when you tap “Insert”.

Character Pad

This pad accepts input on a character-by-character basis and isuseful for entering information that requires a higher level ofprecision, such as passwords, website URLs or e-mail addresses.When you reach the end of the line, the pad will expandautomatically so you can keep on writing without having to stop.Windows will convert your handwriting into text, on the fly, andthen insert it in the appropriate location when you tap “Insert”.


On-Screen Keyboard

Use it the same way that you would use a standard keyboard. Bytapping on the individual keys with the stylus, text and symbolscan be entered as well as Function Key equivalents and menuitem short cuts.

Tap the <Num> or <Sym> keys to display the “Numeric” and“Symbol” keypads respectively. Tap <Func> to bring up theFunction keypad.

Tap on the gear icon, on any of the input panels, to display amenu that you can use to invoke Windows XP Tablet PC Edition’sspeech recognition capabilities, adjust where you want the inputpanels to appear on the screen, undock the panel to move itanywhere on the screen, or open the panels’ “Options” menu.

For more information about the Input Panels, refer to theWindows Online Help System by tapping on the “Help andSupport” item inside the START Menu.

To learn more about how to use the input panels, you can alsotake the “Tablet PC Tutorials” by navigating to “All Programs >Tablet PC > Tablet PC Tutorials” in the START Menu. For moreinformation about the Input Panel’s “Options” menu, tap on the“Help” button inside of the “Options” Menu Panel.

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Connecting to the Internet

Your Sahara Slate PC allows you to connect to the Internet indifferent ways. The ways vary depending on the user’snetworking environment as well as personal preference andavailable equipment. This section outlines two of the mostcommon ways:

1. Using a wired LAN (Local Area Network)

2. Using a wireless LAN

Using aWired LAN

To connect to the Internet via a wired LAN environment, typicallyan Ethernet port or a broadband modem must be within thereach of the networking cable you are using.

1. Connect an Ethernet networking cable into the LAN port ofyour Sahara Slate PC and then connect the other end intoyour broadband modem or the appropriate LAN port asinstructed by your network administrator.

2. From the START menu, select “Connect To” and tap on “Showall connections”.

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3. In the “NetworkConnections” window,look at the “Local AreaConnection” item andmake sure it reads as“Connected”. If not,recheck that yournetworking cable isproperly connected, orcontact your networkadministrator.

4. Press and hold the “LocalArea Connection” itemand select “Properties”from the pop-up menuthat appears, or if theStatus window appears,tap the “Properties”button.

5. Under the General Tab,you’ll see a list box called“This connection usesthe following items:”Select “Internet Protocol(TCP/IP)”, and tap the“Properties” button toopen the “InternetProtocol (TCP/IP)Properties” window.

6. If DHCP is used on yournetwork, tap “Obtain anIP addressautomatically” and“Obtain DNS serveraddress automatically”.

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Otherwise, enter the correct IP and DNS server addresses byselecting the two options that begin with “Use thefollowing…” If you are unsure of which option to use,contact your network administrator or your Internet ServiceProvider (ISP).

7. After entering the correct the information in the “InternetProtocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window, tap “OK” to acceptyour changes and close the window. Tap “OK” in the “LocalArea Connection Properties” window to finish.

Using Both DHCP and a Static IP Address

If you are using alternating networks with either DHCP or staticIP addressing, you can use alternative settings that will enablesimultaneous configurations of both DHCP and a static IP. Thiswill allow you to connect to both of the networks without havingto reconfigure each time you want to switch.

1. Follow steps � through � above when using a wired LANconnection.

2. Tap on the “AlternateConfiguration” tab andselect the “Userconfigured” option.Enter the correct valuesin the appropriatefields. If you are unsureof which values oroptions to use, contactyour networkadministrator or thetechnical support lineof your ISP.

When you have completed the entire configuration, tap “OK” toaccept the settings and close the panel.


Using aWireless LAN

The WiFi wireless network adapter built into your Sahara Slate PCis compatible with a/b/g wireless networks, and therefore canconnect to wireless routers or access points that support any ofthese standards.

1. Turn on the WiFitransmitter usingthe toggle switchon the top of yourtablet.

2. In the START menu,choose “Connect To >Wireless NetworkConnection”.

3. From the list that appears, choose the network you wish toconnect to and tap the “Connect” button. If no wirelessnetworks appear after a few moments, tap on “Refresh” inthe left-hand pane.

4. If the wireless network you are attempting to connect to issecurity-enabled, you will see a dialog box requesting a

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network key. The key must be entered correctly in both textfields or you will not be able to successfully connect to thenetwork.

Most failures to connect to a wireless network occur because thenetwork key has been improperly entered. Be very careful whenentering this key. If you do not know the correct key to enter, orstill can’t connect after entering the key properly, contact yournetwork administrator or the technical support line of your ISP.

Using aModem

Another common way to connect to the Internet is by using yourSahara Slate PC’s internal ��K modem. Take a standardtelephone cable with RJ�� connectors on both ends. Plug oneend into your Sahara Slate PC’s modem jack and the other endinto a standard RJ�� telephone wall jack. See the sectionentitled Touring Your Sahara Slate PC to locate the modem jack.

IMPORTANT: Make sure the phone line you are going to use withyour modem is a standard analog phone line – like the onestypically used in homes. The modemwill not work with a digitalphone line, andmay even be damaged if a connection is attempted.

Procedures to connect to the Internet with a modem vary withdifferent Internet Service Providers (ISPs). Check with your ISP todetermine what information and software are needed to accesstheir network.


Bluetooth®Wireless Connectivity

Bluetooth® is a short-range wireless technology you can use totransfer data between your Sahara Slate PC and other wirelessdevices that use Bluetooth, such as wireless keyboards and mice,cell phones, PDAs and even printers. Bluetooth-enabled devicescan communicate with each other, without cables, up to adistance of �0 feet.

NOTE: The wireless range can be shortened from interferencecaused by other wireless devices and/or by walls made of densebuilding materials.

Some of the activities available with Bluetooth wirelessconnectivity are:

� Using a wireless keyboard, such as TabletKiosk’s BluetoothFolding Keyboard, to enter data on your Sahara Slate PC.

� Connecting to your Bluetooth-capable cell phone to accessthe Internet and surf the web or download your e-mail.

� Setting up a Personal Area Network (PAN) to transfer filesbetween your Sahara Slate PC and that of a colleague, oreven an eo UMPC, without the need of using ethernet cablesor even an existing wireless network.

� Print to a Bluetooth-enabled printer from across the roomwithout connecting any cables.

Generally, to connect to a Bluetooth enabled device:

1. Turn on theBluetoothtransmitter using thetoggle switch on thetop of your tablet.

2. Locate the BlueSoleil application, either inyour START Menu or on the desktop andlaunch it. BlueSoleil

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3. In the system tray, agray Bluetooth iconshould appear and, ina few moments, turn blue. Double-tap on it, or again on theBlueSoleil desktop icon, to open the BlueSoleil application.

4. Locate the Bluetooth device you want to connect to withyour Sahara Slate PC and put it into discovery mode. Refer toyour Bluetooth device’s user manual for information on howto accomplish this task.

5. Double-tap on the Orange globe in the center of theBlueSoleil window to start the Discovery Service. In amoment or two, you should see an icon(s) representing yourBluetooth device(s) orbiting the orange globe.

6. When the icon of the device you wish to connect to appears,double-tap on it to begin the pairing process.

7. The applicable Bluetooth service icon(s) at the top of thescreen will turn yellow. Verify that yourdevice’s pairing process is still active andthen tap on the yellow icon whoseservice you wish to utilize. Some devicescan utilize different services dependingon their function.

Themouse icon, forexample, representsthe Human DeviceInterface Service.


8. If a dialog box opens on the Sahara Slate PC’s screen askingyou to input a Bluetooth Passkey, enter the number thatappears in the window on your screen into your Bluetoothdevice and, if applicable, hit <Enter> or <OK> on theBluetooth device to commit the entry.

9. When successfully paired, a red check mark will appearabove the name of your Bluetooth device’s icon. Also, theapplicable Bluetooth Service icon at the top of the windowshould light up. If your Bluetooth device didn’t connectautomatically, tap on the active service’s icon to do somanually.

Your device should now be connected to your Sahara Slate PC. Ifsuccessful, the Bluetooth device’s icon should turn green, a redsignal strength bar should appear just to the right of it, and a redanimated globe will begin travelling from the device’s icon to theorange globe.

If you have trouble connecting, make sure you completed theabove steps in the time period that your Bluetooth device is inpairing mode. If your device exits pairing mode before you canconnect, re-enable it and, depending on the state of theconnection process, redo any applicable steps.

For more information about configuring and using the BlueSoleilapplication, check out the online help system by either tapping<F�> on your keyboard or choosing “Help > Contents and Index”from the BlueSoleil application menu.

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Your Sahara Slate PC is a power mobile computer capable ofaccomplishing all the same tasks as a laptop or a desktop PC, butthere are some differences in the way that you interact withWindows using a stylus pen – or your fingers – as opposed to amouse and keyboard. This chapter contains tips and details toget the most from your Sahara Slate PC when using Microsoft’snewest operating system, Windows Vista®.

It is important to note that some of the context-sensitivefeatures of Windows Vista, such as the floating Input Panel icon,as well as many of the pen configuration options will onlyfunction when using a tablet with an active digitizer screen (suchas the Sahara Slate PC i440D when in Active Digitizer mode).While many of Vista’s tablet specific functions will work witha touch screen—including handwriting recognition—theymay not always do so with optimal efficiency.

NOTE FOR i440D OWNERS: You may switch between screen inputmodes simply by pressing the screen mode toggle button. See thechapter entitled Touring Your Sahara Slate PC for the location of thescreen toggle button.

NOTE FOR i412T and i440T OWNERS: Many of the tablet functions ofWindows Vista—including handwriting recognition—will not beavailable by default, as there is no active digitizer present for Vistato detect. Some third party utilities are available which will allowthese functions to operate.

While this chapter will help get you started using your SaharaSlate PC with Windows Vista, make sure to check out the manyhelpful tutorials located in your START Menu under both “Help

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and Support” and also “All Programs > Tablet PC > Tablet PCTraining”.

Navigating with the Stylus Pen

With a Tablet PC, you typically use a stylus pen instead of amouse to interact directly with objects on your screen. Youcan open, move, edit and delete items — such as icons, files,windows and more — with easy-to-use basic functions similarto those performed with a mouse.

Selecting Multiple Items

Windows Vista is well aware of how youmanipulate items on your computertraditionally with a mouse and howselecting multiple items for such actionsas moving or copying, might be a bitmore challenging when using thestylus pen. Because of this, Vista adds aselection checkbox in the upper leftcorner of icons and in the far leftcolumn of list views.

Hover over an icon on your desktopand you will see this checkbox appear.Tapping on it will place a check mark

Stylus Pen Action Equivalent Mouse Action

Point Point

Tap Click

Double-tap Double-click

Drag Drag

Press and hold Right-click

Hovering over an iconreveals the selectioncheckbox.

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in the box. Hover over another iconand, when it appears, tap in itscheckbox. Now, tap and hold anddrag either icon and you shouldnotice that both move along withyour stylus.

This multiple selection feature works with other types ofoperations such as cutting, copying and pasting.

Touch Screen Set-Up and Calibration

The TouchSet Set-Up Utility allows you to customize the wayyour touch screen accepts positional input and responds to thetap of the stylus. You’ll find a short-cut icon for the TouchSetUtility on your desktop.

OperationMode

The operation mode affectshow the touch screen acceptsand processes input. There aretwo basic modes of operation:Stream Mode and Point Mode.

In StreamMode, positionalinformation is relayed to theoperating systemcontinuously. In this mode youcan place the stylus or yourfinger on the screen and dragitems around. This is the modeyou’ll probably want to use forstandard usage.

Point Mode only accepts and relays one positional coordinateeach time the stylus or a finger touches the screen. In order torelay a new positional coordinate to Windows, you must retouch

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the screen with your finger or stylus. This mode is useful formenu or button-driven touch applications — such as kiosks,P.O.S. or hospitality order taking — that do not involve tasks thatrequire continuous data input like signature capture, itemdragging or handwriting recognition.

You can set the operation mode in the TouchSet Utility on the“Configuration” tab.

Touch Sensitivity

You can set the area andspeed that the screen willuse to determine whether adouble-tap has occurred. Theheight and width can beadjusted to a small area forapplications that require amore precise level ofoperation, or to a large area toaccommodate larger buttonsor input areas.

If you find that the touchscreen is tracking the pointer’sposition erratically, you mightneed to enable the “Stability enhancement” option which slowsdown the touch screen’s input sensors to compensate forpossible RF interference and thus increase their accuracy.

Calibrating the Touch Screen

If you find that the pointer isn’t properly following the touch ofyour stylus pen, you might need to calibrate the touch screen.

1. Tap on the “Calibration” tab and select the desired level ofcalibration accuracy. Most of the time, a 4-point accuracy issufficient.


2. Tap on the “Calibrate”button to begin thecalibration routine. Followthe on-screen instructionsto complete thecalibration.

3. When the calibration iscomplete, you can tap onthe “Paint” button to testyour calibration resultsby tapping or draggingwith the stylus or afinger around thescreen. Use the grid tohelp visualize the alignment accuracy of your screen’scalibration.

Touch Screen CalibrationRoutine: Tap in the center ofthe red crosses as they appearto calibrate the touch screen’sinput.

Touch Screen DrawTest:Draw on the screen with the

stylus to test the screen’saccuracy after calibration.


Digitizer Configuration and Calibration

The Sahara Slate PC i440D can operate in an electromagneticactive digitizer mode as well as in the touch screen mode.Windows Vista provides a special control panel to manage theway the digitizer functions and also to calibrate it.

To access the “Tablet PC Settings” control panel:

1. Tap on “ControlPanel” in the right-hand column of theSTART Menu andthen in the ControlPanel window thatopens, tap on the“Mobile PC”category title.

2. Tap on the “Tablet PCSettings” categorytitle to open the Tablet PC Settings panel to the “General”tab. Tapping a specific task sub-title below the category titlewill open the panel with its appropriate tab active.

This control panel will allowyou to set your handednessto control where menusopen, calibrate yourdigitizer screen (i440Donly) tell Windows how torecognize and learn yourhandwriting, set thedefault screen rotation,provide a link to theWindows Mobility Centerthat controls a number ofimportant tablet andmobility related functions


(including how bright the screen is under different powersaving schemes), what mouse actions occur with different penactions and more.

Calibrating the Active Digitizer (i440D only)

Independent from the accuracy of the touch screen is the inputaccuracy of the active digitizer (i440D only). In the lower half ofthe “General” tab you will see the “Calibration” section.

To begin, choose a screen orientation from the drop down listand then tap the “Calibrate...” button to start the digitizer screencalibration routine. Follow the on-screen instructions tocomplete the calibration routine and save your input settings.

For maximum accuracy, it isrecommended that you calibrateboth the “Primary landscape” and “Primary portrait” orientations.

NOTE: Calibrating the secondary orientations is not necessary since,due to FCC certification regulations regarding the wirelessnetworking transmitter, they are identical to the primaryorientations.

The digitizercalibration is verysimilar to the touchscreen calibration.Touch the center ofthe crosses whenthey appear.

When complete,tap“OK” to saveyour settings.


Handwriting Recognition

A unique function of Windows Vista is its ability to learn yourhandwriting style. If you are going to be the primary user of yourSahara Slate PC, then enabling the “Use the personalizedrecognizer” option will allow Vista to improve it’s ability toaccurately convert your handwriting to text from data collectedduring training sessionswith the “handwritingrecognizer” (see later in thischapter under ImprovingHandWriting Recognitionfor more information).

Along with the personalrecognizer, Vista can alsolearn on the fly as you inputinformation on a continualbasis. Enabling the optionto “Use automatic learning”lets Vista collect informationabout how and what youwrite in order to improve itsaccuracy.

If the Sahara Slate PC is going to be operated by a number ofdifferent people utilizing the same user profile, then leavingthese personalization options off will allow Vista to using itsgeneric handwriting recognition abilities.

Entering Text with the Input Panels

Complementing Microsoft’s Digital Inking handwritingrecognition technology, Windows Vista features input pads thataccept and convert handwriting to text, as well as provide acompact and convenient on-screen keyboard.

Tap the edge of the input panel docked on the left side of thescreen to display the on-screen keyboard and writing pads.


These input tools allow you to enter information directly into anyapplication that accepts standard keyboard inputs.

NOTE FOR i440D USERS: By default, when in Active Digitizer mode,hovering your pen over the edge of the Input Panel will cause it toslide out a bit making it easier to invoke.

Writing Pad

This pad allows you to enter text on a word-by-word basis. Youwrite on the lines inside the writing pad just as you would writeon a lined piece of notepaper. When you reach the end of theline, the pad will expand automatically so you can keep onwriting without having to stop. Windows will convert yourhandwriting into text, on the fly, and then insert it in theappropriate location when you tap “Insert”.

Character Pad

This pad accepts input on a character-by-character basis and isuseful for entering information that requires a higher level ofprecision, such as passwords, website URLs or e-mail addresses.


When you reach the end of the line, the pad will expandautomatically so you can keep on writing without having to stop.Windows will convert your handwriting into text, on the fly, andthen insert it in the appropriate location when you tap “Insert”.

On-Screen Keyboard

Use it the same way that you would use a standard keyboard. Bytapping on the individual keys with the stylus, text and symbolscan be entered as well as Function Key equivalents and menuitem short cuts.

Tap on the “Tools” button, on any of the input panels, todisplay a menu that you can use to invoke Windows Vista’sHandwriting Personalizer, adjust where you want the inputpanels to appear on the screen, undock the panel to move itanywhere on the screen, or open the panels’ “Options” menu.


For more information about the Input Panels, refer to theWindows Online Help System by tapping on the “Help andSupport” item inside the START Menu.

To learn more about how to use the input panels, you can alsotake the “Tablet PC Pen Training” by navigating to “All Programs> Tablet PC > Tablet PC Pen Training” in the START Menu.

Input Panel Options

The Options panel contains six tabs that house all of theconfiguration options for controlling how the input panelswork. These include panel layout, positioning, invocationactions, ink thickness,character insertiontiming, pad expansion,handwritingrecognition timing,gestures behavior andpassword security. Formore informationabout any of thepanel’s options, pleasesee the embeddedhelp links located oneach of the Optionspanel’s tabs.

NOTE: If after experimenting with any of the panel’s settings youwould like to return everything to the default configuration, justtap the “Restore”button located on the bottom half of the“Settings” tab.

Improving Handwriting Recognition

Windows Vista includes a few different utilities to improve uponits default handwriting recognition accuracy. To begin trainingWindows Vista to better recognize and translate your


handwriting, tap on “Tools > Personalize HandwritingRecognition” to open the “Handwriting Personalization”application.

There are two different training utilities:

Target specific recognition errors does spot training on lettersand numbers that usually account for the most commontranslation errors. Choose this training if for the most part Vista iscorrectly recognizingyour handwriting withthe exception of a fewdifferent characters.

Teach the recognizeryour handwriting styleis a total handwritingtraining session. Youwill be presented with aseries of sentences towrite that will cover allletters, numbers andsymbols. This thorough training is more time consuming andonly necessary if you find Vista’s ability to translate yourhandwriting to be poor.

Programming the Function Buttons

Your Sahara Slate PC has four (three on the i440D) user-programmable function buttons located on the front panel tothe right of the display screen. Youcan use the “Tablet Button” controlapplet, located in the system tray,to reprogram the buttons toactivate a differentpreprogrammed task, or tolaunch an application of yourchoice.

Tap this icon in theWindowsSystemTray to open the Tablet

Button contol applet.


To launch an application, tap on the tools icon of the appropriatefunction button you wish to program and then tap the “Open...”button to select the application. If the tools icon is not selected,the application listed in the text window will be ignored.

Changing Screen Resolution, Color and Rotation

Using the control panel of the Intel Graphics Media AcceleratorDriver, you can enable multi-monitor support, adjust colorbalance and gamma, change the screen resolution, enable/disable screen rotation and more. This section will get youstarted with the control panel. For more detailed informationabout the panel’s features, click on the question mark iconlocated on the right-hand side of the panel’s title bar.

To access the control panel of the Intel Media Accelerator Driver,tap on the screen icon located in the Windows system tray. Whenthe pop-up menu appears, tapon “Graphics Properties…” toopen the panel.

Tapping on the tools iconof any hot key and thentapping its Open buttonallows you to customizewhat application itlaunches when pressed.


Display Settings

The Display Settings tab holds the controls that affect colordepth, screen resolution and screen rotation. Most of the timeyou will probably want to use the default values, but you mayencounter specialized applications where it is advantageous tolower the screen’s resolution or disable the screen rotationfunction.

Color Correction

The Color Correction tab is where you will find the controls thataffect the color balance, brightness and contrast of the displayscreen. Use the control sliders to adjust the screen values.Moving a slider to the left decreases the corresponding value,moving a slider to the right increases it.

By using the color channel option buttons at the top of thepanel, you can change the RGB color values equally orindividually. The Gamma control will adjust the screen’sbrightness without affecting the white point or the black pointof the display.

Tap on the “Restore Defaults” button to return the controlsettings to their default values. This is useful if you are


experimenting with the sliders and are unhappy with the results,or if you decide to make additional changes at a later time andwant to discard your previously-applied settings. Tap on the“Apply” button to accept your changes, the “Cancel” button toreject the changes, or the “OK” button to accept the changes andexit the control panel.

Launch Zoom

The Intel Zoom Utility is an interesting feature of the Intel MediaAccelerator Driver. Tap on the “Launch Zoom” button to open theutility. Then tapanywhere on thescreen and theutility will zoom inon the surroundingarea of the screenwhere you tapped.The zoom is live, soif you move yourpen around thescreen, the zoomedimage will update.


Connecting to the Internet

Your Sahara Slate PC allows you to connect to the Internet indifferent ways. The ways vary depending on the user’snetworking environment as well as personal preference andavailable equipment. This section outlines two of the mostcommon ways:

1. Using a wired LAN (Local Area Network)

2. Using a wireless LAN

Using aWired LAN

To connect to the Internet via a wired LAN environment, typicallyan Ethernet port or a broadband modem must be within thereach of the networking cable you are using.

1. Connect an Ethernet networking cable into the LAN port ofyour Sahara Slate PC and then connect the other end intoyour broadband modem or the appropriate LAN port asinstructed by your network administrator.

2. If your network or Internet Service Provider (ISP) uses aDynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) server (as many do)you should find that you can already connect to the internet.If not, continue to the next step.

3 From the STARTmenu, select“Control Panel” andtap on “Viewnetwork status andtask” under the“Network andInternet” category.

3. In the left handpane, tap on“Manage network


connections”, and look at the “Local Area Connection” itemand make sure it reads as “Enabled”. If not, recheck that yournetworking cable is properly connected, or contact yournetwork administrator.

4. Press and hold the“Local AreaConnection” itemand select“Properties” from thepop-up menu thatappears, or if theStatus windowappears, tap the“Properties” button.If Windows asks youfor permission tocontinue, tap on the“Continue” button.

5. Under the General Tab,you’ll see a list boxcalled “This connectionuses the followingitems:” Select “InternetProtocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4)”, and tapthe “Properties” buttonto open the “InternetProtocol (TCP/IP)Properties” window.

6. If DHCP is used onyour network, tap“Obtain an IP addressautomatically” and“Obtain DNS server address automatically”. Otherwise, enterthe correct IP and DNS server addresses by selecting the


two options that beginwith “Use thefollowing…” If you areunsure of which optionto use, contact yournetwork administrator oryour Internet ServiceProvider (ISP).

7. After entering the correctthe information in the“Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)Properties” window, tap“OK” to accept yourchanges and close thewindow.

8. Repeat steps �through � selecting“Internet ProtocolVersion � (TCP/IPv�)this time if yournetwork supports it.

9. Tap “OK” in the “LocalArea ConnectionProperties” windowto finish.

Using Both DHCP and a Static IP Address

If you are using alternating networks with either DHCP or staticIP addressing, you can use alternative settings that will enablesimultaneous configurations of both DHCP and a static IP. Thiswill allow you to connect to both of the networks without havingto reconfigure each time you want to switch.

1. Follow steps � through � above when using a wired LANconnection.

Contact your network administratoror ISP technical support if you areunsure about any of these settings.


2. Tap on the “AlternateConfiguration” tab andselect the “Userconfigured” option.Enter the correctvalues in theappropriate fields. Ifyou are unsure ofwhich values oroptions to use, contactyour networkadministrator or thetechnical support lineof your ISP.

When you have completed the entire configuration, tap “OK” toaccept the settings and close the panel.

Using aWireless LAN

The WiFi wireless network adapter built into your Sahara Slate PCis compatible with a/b/g wireless networks, and therefore canconnect to wireless routers or access points that support any ofthese standards.

1. Turn on the WiFitransmitter usingthe toggle switchon the top ofyour tablet.

2. In the START menu, choose “Connect To”.

3. From the list that appears, choose the network you wish toconnect to and tap the “Connect” button. If no wirelessnetworks appear after a few moments, tap on “Refresh” iconabove the network list on the right side of the panel.


4. If the wireless network you are attempting to connect to issecurity-enabled, you will see a dialog box requesting anetwork key. Enter the proper key and then tap “Connect”.

Most failures to connect to a wireless network occur because thenetwork key has been improperly entered. Be very careful whenentering this key. If you do not know the correct key to enter, orstill can’t connect after entering the key properly, contact yournetwork administrator or the technical support line of your ISP.


Using aModem

Another common way to connect to the Internet is by using yourSahara Slate PC’s internal ��K modem. Take a standardtelephone cable with RJ�� connectors on both ends. Plug oneend into your Sahara Slate PC’s modem jack and the other endinto a standard RJ�� telephone wall jack. See the sectionentitled Touring Your Sahara Slate PC to locate the modem jack.

IMPORTANT: Make sure the phone line you are going to use withyour modem is a standard analog phone line – like the onestypically used in homes. The modemwill not work with a digitalphone line, andmay even be damaged if a connection is attempted.

Procedures to connect to the Internet with a modem vary withdifferent Internet Service Providers (ISPs). Check with your ISP todetermine what information and software are needed to accesstheir network.

Bluetooth®Wireless Connectivity

Bluetooth® is a short-range wireless technology you can use totransfer data between your Sahara Slate PC and other wirelessdevices that use Bluetooth, such as wireless keyboards and mice,cell phones, PDAs and even printers. Bluetooth-enabled devicescan communicate with each other, without cables, up to adistance of �0 feet.

NOTE: The wireless range can be shortened from interferencecaused by other wireless devices and/or by walls made of densebuilding materials.

To connect to a Bluetooth enabled device:

1. Turn on theBluetoothtransmitter usingthe toggle switchon the top of yourtablet.


2. On your desktop, locate the “BlueSoleil” icon anddouble-tap on it. If Windows Vista prompts you forpermission, tap the “Continue” button to start theBluetooth Service.

3. In the system tray, a grayBluetooth icon shouldappear and, in a fewmoments, turn blue.Double-tap on it, or againon the BlueSoleil desktopicon, to open the BlueSoleil application.

4. Locate the Bluetooth device you want to connect to withyour Sahara Slate PC and put it into discovery mode. Refer toyour Bluetooth device’s user manual for information on howto accomplish this task.

5. Tap on theorange globe inthe center of theBlueSoleilwindow to startthe DiscoveryService. In amoment or two,you should seean icon(s)representingyour Bluetooth device(s) orbiting the orange globe.

6. When the icon of the device you wish to connect to appears,tap-and-hold on it to invoke a context sensitive menu andchoose “Pair Device” to begin the pairing process.

7. If a dialog box opens on the Sahara Slate PC’s screen askingyou to input a Bluetooth Passkey, enter the number thatappears in that dialog box into your Bluetooth device andhit <Enter> or <OK> on your device to commit the entry.

Wait for the gray Bluetooth icon toturn blue, then double-tap on it.


8. When successfully paired,a red check mark willappear above the nameof the Bluetooth devicethat you just paired. Also,the applicable BluetoothService icon at the top ofthe Window should lightup. Click on that serviceicon to connect to theBluetooth device.

Your device should now be connected to your tablet. Ifsuccessful, the Bluetooth device’s icon should turn green, a redsignal strength bar should appear just to the right of the icon,and a red animated globe will begin travelling from the icon tothe orange globe.

If you have trouble connecting, make sure you completed theabove steps in the time period that your Bluetooth device is inpairing mode. If your device exits pairing mode before you canconnect, re-enable it and, depending on the state of theconnection process, redo any applicable steps.

For more information about configuring and using the BlueSoleilapplication, check out the online help system by either tapping<F�> on your keyboard or choosing “Help > Contents and Index”from the BlueSoleil application menu.

Make sure toenter the

Passkey thatappears onyour screen,and not the

one from thisimage.

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Your Sahara Slate PC is equipped with a Trusted Platform Module(TPM) and a biometric fingerprint reader that can help youbetter secure your data from intruders.

Used in conjunction with specialized security managementsoftware, a TPM offers facilities for generating cryptographickeys—as well as the ability to limit the use of such keys forauthentication or encryption/decryption— and also randomnumbers. The TPM can also be used to authenticate a specifichardware device for use in platform authentication. For example,the TPM can be used to verify the authenticity of a specifichardware system for secured access.

The biometric fingerprint reader can be used on its own as amethod for entering passwords without the need for a keyboard,or in tandem with the TPM to create a secure and convenientway to protect system access rights and data availability.

This chapter will get you started by enabling the TPM for usewith your security software management system and setting upthe VitaKey Fingerprint Security Application.

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BIOS Settings

To take advantage of the enhanced security features of theTrusted Computing Platform, you must first enable it in thetablet’s BIOS.

NOTE: A USB keyboard must be attached to the Sahara Slate PCprior to powering on the system in order to enter and navigate thetablet’s BIOS.

1. Power on or restart the Sahara Slate PC. When theTabletKiosk logo screen appears, hit the <Delete> key onthe keyboard to enter the BIOS.

NOTE: If you are having trouble getting into the BIOS, you can press<Delete> multiple times after the TabletKiosk logo screen appearsuntil you finally see the BIOS Menu appear.

2. When the BIOS Menu appears, press the right arrow key tonavigate to the “Advanced” menu screen. Use the downarrow key to highlight the “Trusted Computing” option andpress <Enter>.

3. In the Trusted Computing screen, press <Enter> and select“Yes” to enable TCG/TPM Support.

4. Hit the down arrow key to highlight the “Execute TPMCommand” and press the <Enter> key to open the Optionsmenu. From the menu, use the down arrow key to highlight“Enabled” and press <Enter> to enable the TPM module.

5. Press the <F10> key to save changes to the BIOS and restartthe computer.

Note: If at any point you wish to clear the TPMmodule’s informationand return the Sahara Slate PC to its original “unowned”state, usethe arrow key to highlight “Clearing the TPM”and press <Enter>.This will open a menu confirming that you wish to return the TPM toits factory defaults. Press <Enter> to clear the TPM, or press <Esc>to cancel without clearing the TPM.


Creating aWindows Login Password

If you didn’t choose to do so during the initial setup procedure,the first step in securing your sensitive information is creating aWindows login password.

Creating the Password In Windows XP

1. Go to the START Menu and tap on “Control Panel”.

2. In the Control Panel window that appears, tap on “UserAccounts” under “Pick a category”.

3. Look under “or pick an account to change” and select youruser account by tapping on it.

4. Tap on “Create a password”. Enter a password and thenconfirm it. Enter a password hint if you wish and then tap on“Create Password” to accept your password.

Creating the Password In Windows Vista

1. Go to the START Menu and tap on “Control Panel”.

2. In the Control Panel window that appears, tap on the“User Accounts” category title.

Tap on“Create a Password”to enter a new password.This is an important step insecuring your data.

Make sure to keep yourpassword in a safe location

and do not lose it.


3. Under the User Accounts category, tap on “Change yourWindows password”.

4. From the “Make changes to your user account” screen, tapon “Create a password for your account”.

5. Tap on the text input field labeled “New Password” in thewindow that opens and then enter a password of yourchoice. Tap in the “Confirm new password” field and enter itagain exactly the same way. You may enter a hint in the“Type a password hint” if you so choose.

6. Tap the “Create password” button when you are satisfiedwith your password choice to commit the change.

It’s important when setting up a user account to manage thesecurity settings on the tablet that the user account be grantedadministrator privileges. A standard user can still take advantageof the protections provided by the TPM, just not mange it.

Contact your IT support staff for more information on userprivileges and how to assign them.

Make sure to keepyour password in asafe location and

do not lose it.


Taking Ownership of the TPM

After initializing the TPM functionality in the BIOS, the next stepto securing your Sahara Slate PC is to establish yourself as thetablet’s owner.

Install and configure the TPM security management softwarepackage of your choice and then refer to the user manual thataccompanied the software for information on how to accomplishthis important task.

IMPORTANT:Once you have taken ownership of the TPM, it is vitalthat you store your password in a secure location and take carenever to lose it. If you do, you will not be able to access the data youprotected/encrypted using your security management software.

Enrolling Your Fingerprints in VitaKey

Now that you have established yourself as the owner, you canenroll your fingerprints. If your security managementsoftware doesn’t support this feature, or isn’t compatiblewith the AuthenTec AES1�10 fingerprint reader in yourSahara Slate PC, you can use the included VitaKey software.

1. Locate the VitaKey application shortcut in the system trayand tap on it with the stylus pen to open the applicationmenu and choose “System Wizard”.

2. The first time you runthe VitaKey application,you will be greeted withthe System Wizard. Tapthe “Next” button tobegin the wizard or tapon “Cancel” to exit thewizard and close theapplication.

VitaKey system tray iconlooks the same in bothWindows XP and Vista.


3. The wizard will give you thechoice of either creating anew User Data file orrestoring an existing UserData file. Tap the “Next”button to accept the defaultand create a new file.

4. Enter your Windows loginpassword and tap the “Next”button.

5. Choose whichfingerprint to enroll bytapping on thecorresponding finger inthe diagram. Thewindow display willchange and ask you toswipe the finger. Lay yourfinger on the front panelabove the sensor and slideit downward over thesensor. If the read issuccessful, a sound willplay and the number inthe boxes below thehands will change to afingerprint symbol. Repeatthis procedure four timesto successfully registeryour print. When you haveenrolled all thefingerprints you wish, tapon “Next” to continue.

NOTE: For safety reasons it isrecommended that you enroll atleast two fingerprints.


6. Choose a location onyour hard drive whereyou wish to store aback-up of the userdata file. Tap on “Next”to accept the locationand finish the set-upwizard.

Setting UpYour VitaKey Password Bank

Now that your User Data file is established and your fingerprintsenrolled, VitaKey will start managing passwords anytime youenter a username password combination in an application, aweb page, or the Windows XP Login screen.

How to enroll a password into the Password Bank.

1. Launch your web browser and navigate to a website pagewhere you would normally enter a username/passwordcombination.

2. Enter your username and password and submit them. AVitaKey Password Bank window will automatically pop upasking you to name and save the account information.

3. Enter a name toidentify theaccount in thepassword bankand tap the“Enroll” button.Your password isnow enrolled.

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How to use an enrolled password

1. Launch your web browser and navigate to the website pagewhere you enrolled your account information in thePassword Bank.

2. Tap in the usernamefield and a VitaKeyAuthentication windowwill open.

3. Swipe one of yourfingers with anenrolled fingerprint toauthenticate youridentity.

4. The account data should automatically register with the siteand you should now be logged in.

Managing the Password Bank

1. Launch the VitaKey System Settings application by eithertapping on the VitaKey icon in the system tray and tappingon “System Settings” or by tapping on the START button andgoing to “All Programs > VitaKey > MC�020 > System >Systems Settings”.

2. Swipe one of your fingers with an enrolled fingerprint toauthenticate your identity.

3. Tap on the icon ofa safe at the topof the applicationwindow.

4. In the bank listyou wish to edit,tap and hold onan account.

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A context-sensitive menu will appear with the option to“Delete” the account from the bank, “Rename” the account oredit the “Content” of the account.

5. Tap on “Content” toopen the account. Youcan now change theaccount username andpassword.

6. Tap on “Edit” to unlockthe data fields forediting and display theaccount password.When finished editing, tap on “OK” to accept the changes or“Cancel” to decline the changes.

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Out of the box, your new Sahara Slate PC is a powerful, mobilecompanion capable of accomplishing a wide variety of taskswith speed and precision. Depending on your system’sconfiguration, there are still ways to make your Tablet PC domore and do it faster.

This chapter will focus on the procedures for upgrading, and/orreplacing, your computer’s memory (RAM), storage capacity(hard disk drive) and wireless networking card.

Before you Begin ANY Upgrade Procedure

Before attempting to add or remove any components within theSahara Slate PC it is important that you always observe thefollowing conditions/procedures:

1. Power off your computer, remove the power cable from thecomputer and remove the battery. Refer to the sectionentitled To Remove the Battery Pack.

2. Disconnect any networking cables, modem cables andcables connected to other powered devices.

3. When disconnecting a cable from the computer, always pullon its connector, not on the cable itself. When reconnectinga cable, make sure that both the connector and thecorresponding pins are aligned properly with the cablebefore attempting to secure it in place.

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4. Handle all components with care. Do not touch thecomponents or contacts on the cards or on the underside ofthe drives. Always hold such components by the edges orsides.

5. All electronic components inside a computer are sensitive toelectrostatic discharges. It is therefore important that youproperly ground yourself before attempting any of thefollowing procedures either by using a wrist grounding strapor by periodically touching an exposed, unpainted metalsurface.

6. You should only attempt upgrades and/or componentreplacements on a solid, clean, flat surface.

CAUTION: Damage resulting from the servicing of your computerthat is not authorized by TabletKiosk is not covered by yourcomputer’s standard or optional extended warranty.

Upgrading Memory (RAM)

You can increase your tablet’s memory by installing a RAM(Random Access Memory) module on the computer’s systemboard. Typically, the more RAM your computer has, the better itwill perform, especially when running multiple tasks orapplications simultaneously.

Your Sahara Slate PC can accommodate two RAM modules. Theprimary module is factory installed on the motherboardunderneath the display screen and cannot be upgraded by theuser without voiding your computer’s warranty. If you would liketo upgrade this module, contact your dealer for instructions onsending your system in for service. The secondary module islocated in the RAM compartment that is accessible on the backpanel of the computer.

Refer to the following instructions and illustrations forinformation on how to upgrade your computer’s secondary


memory module. Be sure to follow the proceduresin the previous section, Before you BeginANY Upgrade Procedure.

1. Turn off your computer, turn itover and place it face down ona solid, flat surface. Be carefulnot to place it on somethingrough that could damage thedisplay screen.

2. Locate the RAM modulecompartment near the center ofthe back panel of the system.Loosen the two screws thatsecure the RAM modulecompartment cover.

3. Lift the cover from the edgewhere the screw holes are locatedto remove it and set it aside. Inside isthe RAM slot. Depending uponyour system’s configuration, itwill either be empty orpopulated with an existingmodule.

4. If it is empty, proceed to step 6.Otherwise, using your fingers or asmall screwdriver, press the twoplastic tabs on the sides of the RAMmodule away from the module.The top edge of the RAMmodule should pop up slightly.

5. Gently pull out the RAM moduleas shown in the illustration.

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6. To insert a new RAM module,align the connector pins on thebottom of the RAM modulewith the RAM module socketand slide the module into thesocket. Once properly insertedin the socket, press the RAMmodule down until it clicks intoplace.

7. Replace the cover on thiscompartment and thenreplace and tighten thescrews.

NOTE: Your Sahara Slate PC supportsdual channel RAM. In order to takeadvantage of this higher bandwidthfeature, you’ll need to install a memorymodule that matches the primary module installed on the otherside of the motherboard at the factory. Check with your dealer ifyou are unsure what module is currently installed in your system.

Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

The computer’s HDD is the storage facility that holds all the fileson your computer. If you find you are running out of space, youmight consider upgrading to a larger drive.

Typically, when a computer’s HDD fills up, its access time beginsto increase and your system seems to slow down. When thisoccurs, upgrading to a larger drive often will equate to betterperformance.

Your Sahara Slate PC comes pre-configured with a HDD that iseasy to upgrade. Before installing a new hard drive, however, besure to back up all of the files on your existing drive.


Refer to the following instructions and illustrations forinformation on how to upgrade your computer’s HDD. Be sure tofollow the procedures in the previous section entitled Before youBegin ANY Upgrade Procedure.

1. Turn off your computer, turn it overand place it face down on a solid,flat surface. Be careful not toplace it on something roughthat could damage the displayscreen.

2. With the battery removed, lookinside the battery compartment andyou will see a black plastic stripsitting next to a metal tab held inplace by a single screw. Removethe screw from the metal taband place it somewhere safe.

3. Take hold of the plastic HDDrelease strip and gently pull theHDD out of its compartment asshown in the illustration.

4. Unscrew the existing drive fromits cage and replace it with thenew HDD. Once you havesecured the new drive into thecage with the screws, slide itback into the HDD compartment.

5. Replace the screw into the metal tabthat holds the drive cage in place.

6. After the HDD is securely inserted, you can insert the batteryback into the battery compartment.

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Replacing the Wireless Networking Card (Advanced)

Currently there are three standardized wireless networkingprotocols: �02.11a, �02.11b, and �02.11g. They offer variouscapabilities, transmission speeds and effective ranges. A fourthprotocol, �02.11n, promises higher throughput and a longeroperational range when it becomes a ratified standard.

The Sahara Slate PC was built with this new, impending standardin mind, and features a user-upgradeable wireless networkingadapter. It should be mentioned, however, that while replacingthe wireless card is not difficult, it is a more delicate and involvedprocedure than upgrading the RAM or HDD. If you areuncomfortable performing this upgrade yourself, please contactyour dealer to arrange for an upgrade at their facility.

Refer to the following instructions and illustrations forinformation on how to upgrade your computer’s wirelessnetworking adapter. Be sure to follow the procedures in theprevious section entitled Before you Begin ANY UpgradeProcedure.

1. Turn off your computer, turn it over and place it face downon a solid, flat surface. Be careful not to place it onsomething rough that could damage the display screen.

2. Locate the compartment of thewireless networking adapternear the right side of the backpanel of the system, just abovethe stylus pen holder. Loosenthe two screws that secure thewireless compartment cover.

3. Lift the cover from the edgewhere the screw holes are located toremove it and set it aside. The wireless networking adapter,the �6K voice/data/fax modem and the Bluetooth adapter


are inside. The wireless adapter islocated at the bottom of the slotand is seated inside a small slotconnector.

4. The wireless card is held inplace by two small screws. First,carefully remove the yellow tapecovering the screws and antennaleads. Then remove the screws and setthem aside in a safe place. Once thescrews are removed, the card willpop up slightly.

5. Carefully slide the card out ofthe slot. Be sure to unclip theantenna leads from the cardbefore fully removing the cardfrom the interior of thecompartment.

6. Take the new wireless networkingcard you obtained from yourauthorized dealer and attachthe antenna leads. Carefullyalign the card and slide it intothe connector slot.

7. Press downward on the card topush it into position and replace thescrews that secure the networking card in place.

8. Replace the tape over the screws and antenna leads andreplace the cover and tighten the screws that hold the coverin place.

Chapter 08: Troubleshooting ��

This chapter describes how to locate information and solve someof the problems you may encounter while using your SaharaSlate PC. If after reading this section, you are still unable to solvea problem, please check out more online resources atwww.tabletkiosk.com or contact the Authorized Dealer whereyou purchased your Tablet PC. See the section below entitledContacting Your Dealer for a list of the information you will needto supply.

General Hardware Problems / Possible Causes and Solutions

A few common hardware problems and suggested solutions arepresented in the tables below:

Audio Problems/Solutions

Problem Possible Cause Solution

There is no sound. The volume is eithermuted or turneddown.

Use the Microsoft Windows volumecontrol icon at the lower right handcorner of the display to adjust thevolume and disable muting.

No sound is comingthrough externalspeakers orheadphones.

The speakers or theheadphones areconnected to thewrong jack.

Make sure to change the connector tothe proper jack.

Speakers are notpowered on.

Make sure the speakers are plugged inand turned on.

Chapter 08Troubleshooting

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Battery Problems/Solutions

Internet Problems/Solutions


Beeping sound. The computer’sbattery is low andHibernation Mode isdisabled.

Connect the computer to an externalpower source immediately.

The battery pack iswarm after charging.

This is a normalcondition.

No action is required.

The battery LEDindicator does notlight whether thebattery is charging ornot.

No power isconnected to thecomputer.

Check the power source.

The battery is fullycharged.

Refer to the battery icon located at thelower right hand corner of your screenif you are operating on battery power.

Battery pack wasexposed to a hightemperature.

Let the battery pack reach roomtemperature before attempting tocharge again.

The battery pack isnearing the end of itslife.

Replace the battery pack. Use onlybatteries recommended for use withyour specific model.

Battery charge gaugeis not accuratelydisplaying theremaining charge.

Battery pack requirescalibration.

Calibrate the battery pack.


The computer isunable to connect tothe Internet.

Account for Internetservice provider (ISP)is not properlyconfigured.

Ask your ISP for assistance.

No valid networkconnection detected.

Check the status bar to make sure youare connected to a valid network. If not,rerun the network set-up wizard.

If connectingwirelessly, wirelesscard is turned off.

Look at the wireless power toggle onthe top of the Tablet to make sure it isswitched on.


Networking Problems/Solutions

Power Problems/Solutions


The computer doesnot see the network.

The networking cableyou are using isdefective.

Replace the cable.

The computer doesnot connect to thenetwork.

The settings are notcorrectly set.

Contact your network administrator.

If connectingwirelessly, wirelesscard is turned off.

Look at the wireless power toggle onthe top of the Tablet to make sure it isswitched on.

If connectingwirelessly, networkkey is incorrect.

Reenter network key again carefully tomake sure it is entered accurately.

The computer seemsto connect, butdoesn’t see any othercomputers.

Correct workgroup ordomain name is notset in computer’ssystem properties.

Enter workgroup or domain name in“Computer Name” tab of the SystemProperties panel. Contact your networkadministrator if you don’t know theproper name to use.


The computer isconnected to anexternal power sourcebut does not turn oneven though thebattery pack isconnected.

The battery pack maybe defective.

Replace the battery pack.

The Power/Standbylight is off and thesystem turns off whenit is left unattended.

The system has goneinto Hibernationmode

Slide the Power toggle switch to theright and hold for a second to resume.

The system will notturn on after it turnsoff when leftunattended.

The system has goneinto Hibernationmode because it is in acritical low-batterycondition.

Connect the computer to an externalpower source.

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Screen Display Problems/Solutions


The screen is blank. The system has goneinto Standby orHibernation mode.

Slide the Power toggle switch to theright and hold for a second to resume.

The external monitordisplay is selected

Check the external display and use theVGA utility to change back the primarydisplay to the Tablet’s internal screen.

The mouse pointerwill not follow thestylus pen properly.

The digitizer screencalibration is off(i440D only).

Calibrate the display using the “Tabletand Pen Settings” control panel applet.If that does not fix the problem, youmay need to recalibrate the display inthe BIOS. Attach a USB keyboard to thetablet and restart. When you see theTabletKiosk logo screen, hit the<Delete> key to enter the BIOS. Use theright arrow key to navigate the“Advanced” screen. Arrow down to“Digitizer Calibration” and press<Enter>. Follow the on-screeninstructions to calibrate the display andthen hit <F�0> to save changes andexit the BIOS.

The touch screencalibration is off.

Rerun the calibration routine in theTouchSet Utility application.

You can not dragwindows or iconswhen using the touchscreen.

The touch screen is inPoint Mode.

Run the TouchSet Set-up Utility and tapon the Configuration tab. Change theOperation Mode to “Stream Mode”.

The screen does notrotate when thescreen rotation buttonis pressed.

The VGA display driveris not set for rotationsupport.

Use the Intel Media Accelerator Drivercontrol panel to enable the screenrotation option in the “Display Settings”tab.

The VGA displaydrivers are corrupted.

This can happen over time. Check thewebsite to make sure you have thenewest available drivers, then uninstallthe current drivers and install the newdrivers.


Upgrade Problems/Solutions


After upgrading thecomputer’s RAM, thesystem does not bootup properly

The RAM module isnot seated properly.

Following the instructions in the sectionentitled Upgrading YourMemory, tryremoving and reseating the RAMmodule.

The RAM module isdefective.

If reseating the module from the abovestep does not solve the problem, theRAM module could be defective.Contact your dealer for assistance.

After upgrading thecomputer’s RAM thesystem begins tocrash, seemingly atrandom intervals.

The RAM module isnot seated properly.

Following the instructions in the sectionentitled Upgrading YourMemory, tryremoving and reseating the RAMmodule.

The RAM module isdefective.

If reseating the module from the abovestep does not solve the problem, theRAM module could be defective. Firstremove the RAM module and beginusing your computer to make sure thatnothing else is causing the crashes. Ifyour system seems to be runningContact your dealer for assistance.

After replacing theHDD the systemcannot boot into yourOperating System.

The drive is notformatted.

Restart the system with an externalCD/DVD drive attached and insertthe System Installation or Restore Discthat came with your computer intothe drive.

The drive is notconnected properly.

Following the instructions in the sectionentitled Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive(HDD), try reseating the HDD in the bay.


USB Problems/Solutions

Contacting Your Dealer

If you still have a problem, the next step is to contact the dealerwhere you purchased your Sahara Slate PC.

Your dealer can determine if the problem will require that thecomputer be taken to a service center for repair. Before you callyour dealer, please have the following information available:

1. Which model do you have?

2. What is the serial number?

3. How is your computer configured? What peripheral devicesare you using?

4. What messages, if any, appear on the screen?

5. What software were you running at the time of the problem?

6. What have you done already to try to solve the problem? Ifyou have overlooked a step, your dealer may be able tosolve the problem over the phone.

Recovering Your System Using the System Restore DVD

Your Sahara Slate PC should have come with a System RestoreDVD that matches the operating system that came preloaded on


An external devicedoes not work when itis connected to one ofthe USB ports.

The external device isnot receiving power.

Make sure that the external device isplugged into an electrical outlet.

The external device isdefective.

Try connecting the external device toanother computer to determine if itoperates properly.

Windows is notrecognizing thedevice properly.

Disconnect the device, power it off,reconnect the device and then turnit on.

Disconnect the device, power it off,power it back on and then plug it backinto the computer.


your computer. If your system didn’t come with a restore disc,please contact the dealer where you purchased your SaharaSlate PC to request a disc.

NOTE: You will need to supply your system’s serial number locatedon the back of the computer with your request in order to receiveyour disc.

What youwill need before you begin:

1. Included Windows® XP Professional, Windows® XP Tablet PCEdition, or Windows Vista® Business System Recovery DVD.NOTE: It is important that you check to make sure that the disc youreceived matches the Operating System (OS) that came preloadedon your Sahara Slate PC. If it is not, please contact the dealer whereyou purchased your Sahara Slate PC for a replacement.

2. External USB (or eSATA) DVD drive with its own powersupply (not USB powered)

3. USB keyboard

4. USB mouse

5. USB hub

Recovering Your Systemwith theWindows Vista® BusinessSystem Restore Disc:

IMPORTANT: This process is destructive to the data stored onyour hard drive. All existing data will be lost. It is vital youback-up any files you wish to keep before you proceed.

Step 1: Set up the required hardware:

Plug the USB keyboard and USB mouse into the USB hub andplug the hub into one of the available USB ports on the tablet.Plug the USB cable from the DVD drive into the remaining USBport of the tablet. Make sure that the i400 System Restore Disc isin the USB DVD drive and that the drive has power and is on.

Step 2: Booting the Sahara Slate PC to the RecoveryApplication on the System Restore Disc:

1. Power up your i400 series Tablet PC.


2. If your drive has an existing partition (overwriting existing OS):When prompted, press any key to boot to the recovery DVD.

If your drive doesn’t have an existing partition (new drive noOS): It will automatically load the recovery application.

3. Select the “Tools” Button and then the “Reset Partition”Button to continue.

4. Enter the partition size you wish to create for your OS. Ingeneral, you should use the number from the “Free Space”box as this will provide you with the largest system partitionpossible.

5. Select the File System desired: FAT32 or NTFS. Click “Next” tocontinue. (We recommend NTFS unless you requireWindows95/98/ME compatibility.)

6. Select “OK” to proceed with partition creation.

7. Select “OK” if you understand that this process willPERMANENTLY DELETE ALL THE EXISTING DATA ONTHE DRIVE.

8. Select “OK” once the drive has been partitioned and then“Cancel” to return to the main menu.

9. Select the “Restore Now!” Button.

10. Select “OK” to prepare the partition you created above, andthen select “OK” again to restore the operating system.

11. Select “Quit” once the restore process completes to rebootyour Sahara Slate PC.

12. Immediately eject the DVD or unplug the USB DVD drivefrom your Sahara Slate PC so the system will reboot from therestored hard drive.

Recovering Your Systemwith theWindows® XP Professional andTablet PC Edition System Restore Discs:

IMPORTANT: This process is destructive to the data stored onyour hard drive. All existing data will be lost. It is vital youback-up any files you wish to keep before you proceed.


Step 1: Set up the required hardware:

Plug the USB keyboard and USB mouse into the USB hub andplug the hub into one of the available USB ports on the tablet.Plug the USB cable from the DVD drive into the remaining USBport of the tablet. Make sure that the i400 System Restore Disc isin the USB DVD drive and that the drive has power and is on.

Step 2: Partitioning the Hard Drive (required for a new HardDrive only):

If you are simply attempting to restore your Sahara Slate PC usingthe hard drive that camewith your system, you can skip this stepand proceed to Step 3.

You will need to use the software that came with your new harddrive—or another third party program of your choosing that isdesigned to partition hard drives—in order to create a primarysystem partition to house the restored OS.

NOTE: At a minimum, any bootable disc containing Microsoft’s“FDISK.EXE” utility should be sufficient.

Step 3: Booting the Sahara Slate PC to the RecoveryApplication:

1. Power up your i400 series Tablet PC.

2. It will start from the DVD and automatically load therecovery application.

3. Select “OK” to proceed with partition creation.

4. Select “OK” if you understand that this process willPERMANENTLY DELETE ALL OF THE EXISTING DATA ON THEDRIVE.

5. Select “Quit” once the restore process completes to rebootyour Sahara Slate PC.

6. Immediately eject the DVD or unplug the USB DVD drivefrom your Sahara Slate PC so the system will reboot from therestored hard drive.

Appendix A: Specifications 101

Processor

i412T:

� Intel® Celeron® M ULV 423

� 1.06 GHz, 32KB/32KB L1 caches, 1 MB L2 cache,533 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB)

� Intel® Enhanced SpeedStep® Technology

i440D and i440T:

� Intel® Core™ Duo LV L2500 (rev A - released 2007)

� 2 CPU Cores @ 1.83 GHz, 32KB/32KB L1 caches,2 MB shared L2 cache, 667 MHz FSB (rev A)

� Intel® Core™ 2 Duo LV L7400 (rev B - released 2008)

� 2 CPU Cores @ 1.5 GHz, 32KB/32KB L1 cache,4 MB unified L2 cache, 667 MHz FSB (rev B)

� Intel® Virtualization Technology

� Intel® Enhanced SpeedStep® Technology

Chipsets

� Intel® 945 GM Express North Bridge with 533 MHz and667 MHz FSB Support

� Intel® ICH7-M South Bridge with 10 GB/s full duplexDMI, PCI Express 1.0a

� ACPI 1.0b and 2.0 Compliant, supports C0-C4, S0, S3-S5power states, Intel® SpeedStep® Technology

Appendix ASpecifications

102 Appendix A: Specifications

Memory

� 2x SODIMM DDR2 (Unbuffered, 64-bits/channel) slotswith initial configurations of 512 MB - 2.0 GB

� Upgradeable to 4.0 GB with 2.0 GB SODIMMs

� Supports Single Channel, Dual Channel Symmetric, orDual Channel Asymmetric DDR2 Configurations

� Supports Reduced Power DDR2 (RPDDR2)

� Intel® Rapid Memory Power Management

Battery

� Rechargeable 6-Cell Lithium Ion Smart Battery Pack(3800 mAh @ 11.1 V, 42W/hr)

� Over Charge Protection, Over Discharge Protection,Over Current and Output Short Protection, OverThermal Protection

Hard Drive

� 2.5" 9.5 mm, Ultra DMA SATA 150 MB/s

� Configurations from 60 GB to 250 GB @ 5,400 rpm

� Configurations from 60 GB to 200 GB @ 7,200 rpm

Video

� Intel® GMA 950 PCI Express, 250 MHz Core Render Clockat 1.05V core

� DirectX 9.1 Compatible, Intel® Dual Frequency GraphicsTechnology, Intel® Dynamic Video Memory Technology 3.0

� Intel® Smart 2D Display Technology, High PerformanceMPEG-2 Decoding, VLD/iDCT Hardware Acceleration

� Windows® Aero (Glass) Technology Capable

� Screen rotates 0°, 90°

� 1024 x 768 Landscape, 768 x 1024 Portrait

� Dual Display Support


� External Display up to QXGA (2048 x 1536) with CRT HotPlug support

Display

� 12.1" TFT XGA LCD Wide Angle Display

� Sunlight Viewable Screen (Optional on Rev A, Standardon Rev B)

i412T and i440T:

� Passive Resistive Touch Screen

i440D:

� Dual Mode Wacom® Active Digitizer and Fujitsu®Resistive Touch Screen, Hot Mode Switchable

Audio

� Intel® High Definition Audio Interface (ICH7-M)

� Independent Bus Master Logic for eight (8) generalpurpose streams: 4 in / 4 out

� ALC262-VC2-GR HD Codec

� AC '97 Compatible

� Multichannel 32-bit / 44.1KHz/48KHz/96KHz/192KHzsampling rate output (DAC)

� Multichannel 32-bit / 44.1KHz/48KHz/96KHz samplingrate input (ADC)

� Built-in Stereo Speakers and Dual Digital MicrophoneArray for added fidelity and accuracy

� 3.5 mm Headphone & Microphone Plug 'n Play Jacks

Wireless

� Intel® Pro 3945 Dual-Band/Tri-Mode 802.11 a/b/gNetworking with Power ON/OFF Switch

� 802.11 d/e Quality of Service (QoS), 802.11h (ActiveClient Radar Detection) support


� 64-bit and 128-bit WEP Encryption, Hardware AES(128-bit, 192-bit, 256-bit key sizes)

� Supports IEEE 802.11 Power Save Protocol (PSP)

� Bluetooth® 2.0+EDR built-in USB module with PowerON/OFF Switch

Finger Print Reader (Functionality)

� AuthenTec, Inc. AES1610

� Patented TruePrint Technology for best Ability toAcquire (ATA)

� High Definition 128x8 TruePrint Technology basedpixels

� 6.5mm x .40mm 500 pixel per inch array

� USB 2.0 High Speed interface with Suspend andRemote Wake-up

� Full Support for C3 Selective Suspend Mode

� Built-in Low Power Finger Detection with RemoteWake-up capability

TPM Security

� Single-Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

� Embedded TPM 2.1 Firmware

� TPM Administration Tool provides Owners/UsersManagement and Key Archive Policies

� Trusted Group Computing (TCG) v1.1B / v1.2configurable mode of operations

Expansion Slot

� PCMCIA 2.1 Compliant, Supports one (1) Type II 32-bitPC Card Bus Architecture


I/O Ports

� 1x RJ-11 56Kbps v.90 Fax/Modem

� 1x RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps Full Duplex (2.5 Gbpssingle-lane channel) Ethernet

� 2x USB 2.0

� 1x IEEE 1394a, 6-pin

� 1x eSATA

� 1x DC-In

� 1x 3.5mm Audio Out, 1x 3.5mm Audio In

� 1x VGA port, HD15

� 1x Cradle Connector

Weight

� 3.57 lbs. (1.62 kg) with Battery Pack Installed

Measurements

� 11.81 in x 8.66 in x 1.02 in (300 mm x 220 mm x 26 mm)

Case Color

� White or Black

LED Indicators

� Power (ON: blue, Standby: blinking)

� Battery (Charging: amber, Low: red blinking, Fullycharged with DC connected: green)

� Hard Drive (Activity: blue blinking)

� Wireless Networking (Active: blue)

� Bluetooth® (Active: blue)


Function Buttons (L)

� SAS (Ctrl+Alt+Del)

� Screen Rotation

� Volume Up

� Volume Down

Function Buttons (R)

� Digitizer/Touch Screen Mode Toggle (i440D only) andUser Programmable (i412T and i440T)

� User Programmable



Control Switches

� Power Switch

� Wireless Networking On/Off

� Bluetooth® On/Off

Finger Print Reader (Physical)

� Lead-Free 40 Ball Grid Array (BGA) Package

� Ultra-Hard Wearing Surface Coating is scratch andimpact resistant

� Rated for over 10 million rubs without degradation

� 0°C to +70°C Operating Temperature Range

� IEC 61000-4-2 Level 4 ESD Immunity (+/- 15KV)


AC Adapter

� 100~240V, AC 47~63 Hz, 20V DC output, 3.25A, 65Wadapter

� SCP: Short Circuit Protection plus Auto-RecoveryFunction

� OVP: Over-Voltage Protection, Latch Mode, up to27.0Vdc maximum

� OCP: Over-Current Protection, Auto-Recovery, up to5.5A maximum

� OTP: Over-Temperature Protection to preventcatastrophic failure from overheating.

Operating Environment

� Temperature: 5°C ~ 35°C (41°F ~ 95°F)

� Humidity: 20% ~ 80% (no condensation)

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