Amrel RF9 User manual

NOTEBOOK COMPUTER
RF9
User’s Guide

I
Notice
The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its
contents without any notice. Information contained herein is for reference only
and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the manufacturer or any
subsequent vendor. They assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or
inaccuracies that may appear in this publication nor are they in anyway
responsible for any loss or damage resulting from the use (or misuse) of this
publication.
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.
Brand and product names mentioned in this publication may or may not be
copyrights and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. They
are mentioned for identification purposes only and are not intended as an
endorsement of that product or its manufacturer.
Copyright © 2012 CReTE Systems Inc.
Trademarks
All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies.

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Revision History:
Revision Date Changes Author
1.0.4 2012/10/30 Update Battery mAh and nominal voltage Pablo Tseng
information.
1.0.3 2012/9/19 Update CE and Touchpad info. Pablo Tseng
1.0.2 2012/5/29 Add a notice to inform users that ext. power Joe Chang
source is required when operating at -20℃.
Add HDD password function.
Update BIOS screen and add serial port
setting info.
1.0.1 2011/12/14 Add battery charging temp. threshold. Joe Chang
Add SATA compatibility setting mode under
BIOS for installation of WinXP.
Update BIOS Security Menu selections.
Update Gigabit LAN driver installation info.
Update MXMII Graphics card info.
1.0.0 2011/6/30 Official release Sonnie Liu

III
FCC (Federal Communications Commission) Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device pursuant part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and radiates radio frequency energy. If not
being installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it 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.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Caution:
To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user's authority to operate this equipment. (Example - use only
shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral
devices).

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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.

V
CE
Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive
(2004/108/EC) and the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC) issued by the
Commission of the European Community.
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European
Norms:
EN55022 (CISPR 22) Radio Frequency Interference
EN55024 (EN61000-4-2, EN61000-4-3, EN61000-4-4,
EN61000-4-5, EN61000-4-6, EN61000-4-8,
EN61000-4-11, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3)
Generic Immunity Standard
LVD EN 60950-1:2006+A11:2009 Product Safety,
IEC 60950-1: 2005, 2nd Edition
R&TTE (CE) Manual Regulatory Requirement
WLAN - IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
802.11a/b/g/n 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.

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CE Declaration of Conformity
It is confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the Council Directive
on the approximation of the laws of the member states relating to
Electromagnetic Compatibility (2004/108/EC), Low-voltage Directive
(2006/95/EC), the Amendment Directive (93/68/EEC), and the procedures
given in European Council Directive (99/5/EC and 2004/108/EC ).
The equipment was passed, and the equipment test was performed according
to the following European standards:
EN 300 328 V1.7.1: 2006
EN 301 893 V1.5.1:2008
EN 301 489-1 V1.8.1:2008
EN 301 489-17 V2.1.1:2009
EN 50371:2002
EN 60950-1: 2006+A11:2009
UL, TÜ V
AC Adapter (TÜ V includes EN60950 LVD)

VII
Power Conservation
This computer consumes much less power than conventional computers.
However, power consumption may be further reduced by configuring the
Power Management Setup.
It is recommended to enable power-saving functions when operating this
computer, as Power Management functions do not impact system
performance while saving power.
Power Safety
There are specific power requirements for this computer:
Only use an approved power adapter for this computer.
There is a 3-prong grounded plug of the power adapter. The third prong
serves as Ground and is an important safety feature. If a compatible outlet
is not available, consult qualified electricians for installation.
When unplugging the power cord, please be sure to unplug from the plug
head instead of pulling from the wire.
Make sure the socket and any other extension cords you use can support
the total current load of all the connected devices.
Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any
external power supplies.
Warning:
Before any upgrade procedures, make sure the power is turned off, and all
the cables are disconnected (including telephone lines). Also, it is
advisable to re-move your battery in prevent from turning the computer on
accidentally.

VIII
Battery Precautions
Only use batteries designed for this computer. Wrong and incompatible
batteries may cause explosion, leakage or damage to the computer.
Do not remove the battery from the computer while it is powered on.
Do not continuously use a battery that has been dropped, or that appears
damaged (e.g. bent or twisted) in any way. Even if the computer is able to
continuously work with a damaged battery, the circuit damage may occur
and possibly cause fire.
Always use the notebook’s system or charger to recharge the battery.
Incorrect recharging may cause the battery to explode.
Do not try to repair a battery pack by yourself. Refer to any battery pack
repair or replacement, please contact with to your service representative
or qualified service personnel.
Please dispose damaged battery promptly and carefully. Explosion or
leakage may occur, if the battery is exposed to fire, improperly handled or
discarded.
Battery Disposal & Caution:
The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery.
The battery is recyclable. At the end of its service life, under various state
and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the
municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for
details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal. Danger of
explosion may possibly occur, if the battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or the equivalent battery recommended by
the manufacturer. Discard the used battery according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.

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Environmental Information, Material Safety & Recycling
All materials used in the manufacturing of this equipment are recyclable or
environmentally friendly.
Please recycle the packing materials in accordance to local regulations at the
end of the product's service life.
Notice:
The equipment may contain insignificant amount of hazardous
substances for health and environment below control level.
To avoid spreading such substances into the eco system, and to minimize
the pressure on the natural environment, you are encouraged to use the
appropriate take-back for reusing or recycling most of the materials in a
safe way after the product’s service life.
The crossed-bin symbol indicates proper disposal is required.
For more information on collection, reuse and recycling, please consult
the local or regional waste administration for more information.
You can also contact your dealer for more information on the
environmental details of the equipment.
The symbol of the crossed-out wheeled bin indicates that the
product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be
placed in municipal waste. Please check local regulations for
disposal of electronic products.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER ONE - GETTING STARTED........................................1
UNPACKING ..............................................................................................1
QUICK OPERATION ....................................................................................2
APPEARANCE OVERVIEW ...........................................................................3
CHAPTER TWO - OPERATING INFORMATION .........................8
WORKPLACE.............................................................................................8
RUGGEDNESS ...........................................................................................8
WORK WITH POWER BUTTON .....................................................................9
BOOT UP AND POST.................................................................................9
SHUT DOWN............................................................................................10
SLEEP/HIBERNATE..................................................................................10
KEYBOARD..............................................................................................11
KEYBOARD BACKLIGHT (OPTIONAL)..........................................................11
HARD DISK DRIVE (HDD) ........................................................................12
OPTICAL DISK DEVICE (ODD)..................................................................12
EXPRESS AND PC CARDS ........................................................................13
RTC ......................................................................................................13
REPLACING MODULES..............................................................................14
WIRELESS DEVICES (OPTIONAL)...............................................................15
CHAPTER THREE - MANAGING POWER.................................22
AC ADAPTER ..........................................................................................22
BATTERY ................................................................................................23
POWER CONSERVATION...........................................................................26
SUPPORTING ACPI .................................................................................26
CHAPTER FOUR - BIOS SETUP...............................................27
MAIN MENU ............................................................................................27
SATA PORT 1SUB-MENU .......................................................................29
SATA PORT 2SUB-MENU .......................................................................30
ADVANCED MENU....................................................................................31
ADVANCED MENU SELECTIONS.................................................................32
BIOS SETTINGS FOR WINDOWS XP INSTALLATION ....................................33
SIO SMC27 CONFIGURATION SUB-MENU...........................................33
SECURITY MENU .....................................................................................35
RF INTERFACE CONTROL SUB-MENU........................................................37
BOOT MENU............................................................................................38
EXIT MENU .............................................................................................39

CHAPTER FIVE - DRIVERS AND APPLICATIONS...................40
CHIPSET DRIVER.....................................................................................40
VGA......................................................................................................40
AUDIO ....................................................................................................40
TOUCH SCREEN (OPTIONAL)....................................................................41
GIGABIT LAN (OPTIONAL)........................................................................41
MODEM (OPTIONAL) ................................................................................42
WIRELESS MANAGER...............................................................................42
WLAN (OPTIONAL) .................................................................................42
BLUETOOTH (OPTIONAL)..........................................................................43
GPS (OPTIONAL)....................................................................................43
WWAN (OPTIONAL)................................................................................44
CHAPTER SIX - SPECIFICATIONS ...........................................45
CPU......................................................................................................45
MEMORY ................................................................................................45
CHIPSET.................................................................................................45
DISPLAY .................................................................................................45
KEYBOARD..............................................................................................45
TOUCHPAD .............................................................................................45
HARD DISK DRIVE (HDD) ........................................................................46
OPTICAL DISK DRIVE (ODD)....................................................................46
I/O PORTS..............................................................................................46
AC ADAPTER ..........................................................................................46
SYSTEM UNIT DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT...................................................47
MATERIALS AND RECYCLING.....................................................................48
ENVIRONMENTAL.....................................................................................48
CHAPTER SEVEN - OPTIONAL DEVICES................................49
MEMORY CARD .......................................................................................49
MXM II GRAPHIC CARD ...........................................................................49
VEHICLE ADAPTER...................................................................................49
2ND BATTERY...........................................................................................49
2ND HDD ................................................................................................49
ODD......................................................................................................49
LAN AND MODEM CARD...........................................................................50
WIRELESS LAN CARD .............................................................................50
BLUETOOTH............................................................................................50
WWAN..................................................................................................50
GPS......................................................................................................50
KB DUST COVER.....................................................................................50
PC CARD COVER ....................................................................................50
BUILT-IN VEHICLE ADAPTER .....................................................................51

SURGE PROTECTOR SP200.....................................................................51
DUAL BATTERY CHARGER RT202D..........................................................51
COM 3/4 CARD AND ADDITIONAL SERIAL PORTS.......................................51
MILITARY CONNECTOR/MILITARY SERIAL CONNECTOR ..............................51
TRUST PLATFORM MODULE (TPM)...........................................................52
CHAPTER EIGHT - MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE.................53
CLEANING...............................................................................................53
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................53
RMA SERVICE ........................................................................................54

Chapter One - 1
Getting Started
Chapter One - Getting Started
Unpacking
The following components are shipped along with your computer. If any
component is missing or damaged, please notify the dealer immediately.
Computer Unit
Removable HDD (Hard Disk Drive)
Removable ODD (Optical Disk Drive)
AC Adapter
AC Power Cord
Utility DVD
Product Quick Guide
Carrying Bag

Chapter One - 2
Getting Started
Quick Operation
Loosen the battery screw, remove the battery insulation sheet, and mount
the battery.
Connect the AC adapter with the computer and start charging the battery
for at least 10 minutes.
Turn ON the computer by pressing the power switch.
Notice:
When ambient temperature is under +5℃(The default setting for this
computer), the system may not boot up immediately. System will beep
with LED heater light flashing to indicate that the heater is functioning. The
frequency of the LED flashing will become faster as the internal
temperature approaches suitable level. After 5~15 minutes, the system
will boot up automatically.
In the events of emergency, this computer is able to skip heating and boot
up the system immediately by pressing and holding the power switch for
>9 seconds. The speaker will also beep with a special sound. (It is not
guaranteed that all devices on the computer can function properly.)
Pressing the power switch again during the heating process will shut down
the computer.
Drivers or applications installation may be necessary for further operation.
The following procedures will help to Turn OFF the computer:
1. Press the power switch to “Shut Down”, “Standby*” or “Hibernate*”
depending on the Operating System (OS) installed and power
management settings.
2. Press and hold the power switch for 4 seconds for a “Hard”power-off.
All unsaved data and parameters will be lost after a “Hard” power-off.
3. Click Start Shut Down (under Windows Operating System) to
Turn OFF the computer.
Note:
Some operating systems may not support the above-mentioned functions.

Chapter One - 3
Getting Started
Appearance Overview
LCD Panel Open
1. Embedded Antennas (Optional):
HSDPA/UMTS, WLAN-L, GPS, Bluetooth, WLAN-R (from left to right)
2. RF Devices All ON/OFF (Optional)
3. LED Indicators and Power Switch:
4. Touchpad
5. Touchpad Right and Left Button
Heater
HDD in Use
BT/WLAN/GPS
Secondary Battery Charging
Keyboard Number Lock
Primary Battery Charging
Keyboard Caps Lock
Power Indicator
Keyboard Scroll Lock
Power Switch
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Chapter One - 4
Getting Started
Right View
1. Flex Bay:
a. Standard: SATA ODD (Optical Disk Drive)
b. Optional: 2nd HDD or 2nd Battery
2. SATA HDD (Hard Disk Drive)
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Chapter One - 5
Getting Started
Left View
1. PS/2 Port (Keyboard + Mouse)
2. LAN RJ45 (Optional)
3. IEEE1394 Port (Fire Wire)
4. USB Port (Universal Serial Bus)
5. USB Port (Universal Serial Bus)
6. USB Port (Universal Serial Bus)
7. External Speaker & Earphone Jack
8. Line-in Jack
9. Microphone Jack
10. Express Card Slot x 1 & PC Card I/II Slot x 1
(Optional: PC Card I/II Slot x 2)
11. Modem Jack RJ11 (Optional)
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Chapter One - 6
Getting Started
Rear View
1. Optional: Military Connector Port
2. Optional: Military Connector Port
3. Optional: Military Connector Port
4. DC Power Jack
5. Serial Port DB9 (COM1/ Default: RS232)
6. RGB Port
7. Printer Port
8. Serial Port DB9 (COM2/ Default: RS232)
9. DVI Port
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Chapter One - 7
Getting Started
Bottom View
1. Primary Battery
2. ODD Latch
3. HDD Latch
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2
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