Amrel RF886EX User manual

American Reliance, Inc.
17” NOTEBOOK COMPUTER
RF886EX
USER’S GUIDE

Copyright © 2008 American Reliance, Inc. (AMREL) All rights reserved.
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The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes
to the contents here of without obligation to notify any person of such revision or
changes.
The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or
implied, about the contents and specifically disclaims any warranties as to
merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Any of the software
described in this manual is sold or licensed "as is". Should the programs prove
defective following purchase, the buyer (and not the manufacturer, its distributor,
or its dealer) assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair and any
incidental or consequential damages resulting from any software defects.
Trademark Acknowledgments
Windows is registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
Intel® Core™2 Duo processor is the registered trademark of Intel Corp.
All product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective holders.

EMC and Safety Notice
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B
digital device, under part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and radiates radio frequency energy, and if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Regulatory Information/Disclaimers
Installation and use of this computer must be in strict accordance with the
instructions included in the user documentation provided with the product. Any
changes or modifications (including the antennas) made to this device that are not
expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused
by unauthorized modification of this device, or the substitution of the connecting
cables and equipment other than manufacturer specified. It is the responsibility of
the user to correct any interference caused by such unauthorized modification,
substitution or attachment. Manufacturer and its authorized resellers or
distributors will assume no liability for any damage or violation of government
regulations arising from failing to comply with these guidelines.

Important Note
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or
operated with any other antenna or transmitter.
CE
Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC)
and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the
European Community.
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European
Norms:
EN55022 (CISPR 22) Radio Frequency Interference
EN55024 (EN61000-4-2, EN61000-4-3, EN61000-4-4, EN61000-4-5,
EN61000-4-6, EN61000-4-8, EN61000-4-11, EN61000-3-2,
EN61000-3-3) Generic Immunity Standard
EN60950 (IEC950) Product Safety
R&TTE (CE) Manual Regulatory Requirement (WLAN - IEEE
802.11b/g)
802.11b/g Restrictions:
European standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power of 100mW EIRP
and frequency range 2.400-2.4835 GHz. In France, the equipment must be
restricted to the 2.4465-2.4835 GHz frequency range and must be restricted to
indoor use.
CE Declaration of Conformity
Is herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the Council
Directive on the approximation of the laws of the member states relating to
Electromagnetic Compatibility (89/336/EEC), Low-voltage Directive (73/23/EEC)

and the Amendment Directive (93/68/EEC), the procedures given in European
Council Directive 99/5/EC and 89/3360EEC.
The equipment was passed. The test was performed according to the following
European standards.
EN 300 328 V.1.4.1 (2003-04)
EN 301 489-1 V.1.4.1 (2002-04)/EN 301 489-17 V.1.2.1 (2002-04)
EN 50371:2002
EN 60950:2000
UL, TÜV
AC Adapter (TÜV includes EN60950 LVD)

Power Conservation
This computer consumes much less power than conventional computers.
However, power consumption may be reduced by properly configuring the Power
Management Setup. It is recommended the power saving functions be enabled
even when not running on battery power. Power Management does not degrade
performance while saving power.
Environmental Information, Material Safety and
Recycling
Caution: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose
of used batteries according to the instructions.
All materials used in the construction of this equipment are recyclable or
environmentally friendly.
Please recycle the packing materials, and at the end of the product's life, all other
materials by local regulations.
Please refer “Material and Recycling” for the contents of the materials.
-The equipment may still contain tiny amount of hazardous substances for
health and environment, though those are below control level.
-To avoid spreading such substances into the eco system, and to minimize the
pressure on the natural, you are encouraged to use the appropriate take-back.
Those will reuse or recycle most of the materials in a sound way after end life.
- The crossed bin symbol indicates proper disposal is required.
-For more information on collection, reuse and recycling, please consult local
or regional waste administration.
- You can also contact the dealer for more information on the environmental
details of the equipment.

CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED.................................................................................................................... 1
UNPACKING................................................................................................................................... 1
QUICK OPERATION........................................................................................................................ 2
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS......................................................................................................... 3
USEFUL INFORMATION ........................................................................................................... 7
LOCATION..................................................................................................................................... 7
RUGGEDNESS ................................................................................................................................ 7
OPERATING SYSTEMS.................................................................................................................... 8
AC ADAPTER ................................................................................................................................ 8
BATTERY ...................................................................................................................................... 9
BOOT UP AND POST................................................................................................................... 11
STANDBY/HIBERNATE/RESUME .................................................................................................. 11
SHUTDOWN................................................................................................................................. 11
DVI............................................................................................................................................. 12
RTC............................................................................................................................................ 12
REPLACING MODULES................................................................................................................. 13
COMPONENTS AND FUNCTIONS ......................................................................................... 14
KEYBOARD ................................................................................................................................. 14
PRINTER CABLE .......................................................................................................................... 15
HARD DISK DRIVE ...................................................................................................................... 15
CD-ROM DRIVE......................................................................................................................... 16
EXPRESS AND PCMCIA CARDS.................................................................................................. 16
OPTIONAL DEVICES................................................................................................................ 17
MEMORY CARD .......................................................................................................................... 17
2ND BATTERY............................................................................................................................... 17
LAN AND FAX/MODEM CARD .................................................................................................... 17
WIRELESS LAN CARD ................................................................................................................ 17
DVD ROM DRIVE ...................................................................................................................... 17
CD-RW DRIVE ........................................................................................................................... 17
DVD-RW DRIVE ........................................................................................................................ 17
2ND HDD ..................................................................................................................................... 18
PCMCIA COVER ........................................................................................................................ 18
VEHICLE ADAPTER...................................................................................................................... 18
DUAL BATTERY CHARGER.......................................................................................................... 18
SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................................................................... 19
CPU............................................................................................................................................ 19

MEMORY..................................................................................................................................... 19
DISPLAY...................................................................................................................................... 19
KEYBOARD ................................................................................................................................. 20
HARD DISK DRIVE ...................................................................................................................... 20
CD-ROM DRIVE......................................................................................................................... 20
I/O PORTS.................................................................................................................................... 20
AC ADAPTER .............................................................................................................................. 21
VEHICLE ADAPTER...................................................................................................................... 21
BATTERY .................................................................................................................................... 21
SYSTEM UNIT DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT.................................................................................... 21
MATERIALS AND RECYCLING...................................................................................................... 22
ENVIRONMENTAL........................................................................................................................ 22
BIOS SETUP ................................................................................................................................ 23
MAIN MENU................................................................................................................................ 23
IDE CHANNEL 0MASTER SUB-MENU......................................................................................... 24
IDE CHANNEL 0SLAVE SUB-MENU............................................................................................ 25
IDE CHANNEL 1MASTER SUB-MENU......................................................................................... 26
IDE CHANNEL 1SLAVE SUB-MENU............................................................................................ 27
THE GENERAL HELP WINDOW .................................................................................................... 28
ADVANCED MENU ...................................................................................................................... 29
ADVANCED MENU SELECTIONS .................................................................................................. 29
SIO SMC227 CONFIGURATION SUB-MENU ................................................................................ 32
SECURITY MENU......................................................................................................................... 35
RF SECURITY CONTROL SUB-MENU ........................................................................................... 37
TPM STATE MENU ..................................................................................................................... 38
BOOT MENU................................................................................................................................ 39
EXIT MENU ................................................................................................................................. 40
UTILITIES AND DRIVERS....................................................................................................... 41
CHIPSET ...................................................................................................................................... 41
VGA UTILITY.............................................................................................................................. 41
DISPLAY CAPABILITY.................................................................................................................. 41
AUDIO DRIVER............................................................................................................................ 42
USB 2.0...................................................................................................................................... 42
TOUCH SCREEN DRIVER ............................................................................................................. 42
CD-ROM DRIVER....................................................................................................................... 42
PCMCIA DRIVER ....................................................................................................................... 42
MINI PCI-E 1G RTL8111B LAN................................................................................................ 43
MINI PCI-E INTEL 3945ABG WLAN ......................................................................................... 43
FAX/MODEM CARD DRIVER........................................................................................................ 43
BLUETOOTH DRIVER................................................................................................................... 43
HSDPA/GSM (CINTERION HC25 )DRIVER................................................................................ 43
WIRELESS MANAGER.................................................................................................................. 44
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE....................................................................................................... 45

CLEANING ................................................................................................................................... 45
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................................................... 45
RMA SERVICE ............................................................................................................................ 45

Getting Started
1
GETTING STARTED
Unpacking
The following components come with your computer. If anything is missing or
damaged, please notify the dealer immediately.
-Computer unit
-Removable drive installed on computer (CD-ROM/DVD)
-AC Adapter
-AC Power Cord
-Utility CD
-User's Guide
-External Keyboard Adapter Cable
-Printer adapter cable
-Carrying Bag