Getac S410 User manual

S410 Series
USER MANUAL

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Getting Started.................................................................1
Getting the Computer Running................................................ 2
Connecting to AC Power....................................................... 2
Turning On and Off the Computer ...................................... 3
Taking a Look at the Computer................................................ 5
Front Components................................................................. 5
Rear Components .................................................................. 6
Right-Side Components......................................................... 7
Left-Side Components ........................................................... 8
Top-open Components.......................................................... 8
Bottom Components ........................................................... 10
Chapter 2 Operating Your Computer.............................................11
Using the Keyboard ................................................................. 12
Typewriter Keys ................................................................... 12
Cursor-Control Keys............................................................. 12
Numeric Keypad................................................................... 13
Function Keys....................................................................... 13
Fn Key ................................................................................... 13
Hot Keys ............................................................................... 14
Windows Keys...................................................................... 15
Using the Touchpad................................................................. 16
Touch Gestures for Windows 10......................................... 17
Configuring the Touchpad.................................................. 17
Using Network and Wireless Connections ............................. 18
Using the LAN ...................................................................... 18
Using the WLAN................................................................... 19
Using the Bluetooth Feature .............................................. 20
Chapter 3 Managing Power ............................................................21
AC Adapter............................................................................... 22

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Battery Pack.............................................................................. 23
Charging the Battery Pack .................................................. 23
Initializing the Battery Pack................................................ 24
Checking the Battery Level ................................................. 24
Battery Low Signals and Actions ........................................ 24
Replacing the Battery Pack ................................................. 25
Power-Saving Tips .................................................................... 26
Chapter 4 Expanding Your Computer............................................27
Connecting Peripheral Devices ............................................... 28
Connecting a USB Device .................................................... 28
Connecting a Thunderbolt™ Device .................................. 28
Connecting a USB Device with Fischer Connectors ........... 29
Connecting a Monitor ......................................................... 30
Connecting a Serial Device.................................................. 30
Connecting an Audio Device .............................................. 31
Using Storage and Expansion Cards ....................................... 32
Using Storage Cards ............................................................ 32
Using Smart Cards................................................................ 33
Chapter 5 Using BIOS Setup............................................................34
When and How to Use............................................................. 35
Menu Descriptions ................................................................... 36
Information Menu ............................................................... 36
Main Menu........................................................................... 36
Advanced Menu................................................................... 36
Security Menu ...................................................................... 38
Boot Menu ........................................................................... 39
Exit Menu ............................................................................. 39
Chapter 6 Using Getac Software ....................................................40
G-Manager ............................................................................... 41
Chapter 7 Care and Maintenance ...................................................42
Protecting the Computer......................................................... 43
Using an Anti-Virus Strategy............................................... 43
Using the Cable Lock ........................................................... 43
Taking Care of the Computer ................................................. 44
Location Guidelines ............................................................. 44
General Guidelines .............................................................. 44
Cleaning Guidelines............................................................. 45
Battery Pack Guidelines....................................................... 45
When Traveling........................................................................ 47

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Chapter 8 Troubleshooting .............................................................48
Preliminary Checklist................................................................ 49
Solving Common Problems...................................................... 50
Battery Problems ................................................................. 50
Bluetooth Problems............................................................. 50
Display Problems.................................................................. 51
Hardware Device Problems ................................................. 51
Keyboard and Touchpad Problems .................................... 52
LAN Problems....................................................................... 52
Power Management Problems ........................................... 52
Software Problems .............................................................. 53
Sound Problems ................................................................... 53
Startup Problems ................................................................. 54
WLAN Problems ................................................................... 54
Other Problems.................................................................... 55
Resetting the Computer .......................................................... 56
System Recovery....................................................................... 57
Appendix A Specifications .................................................................58
Appendix B Regulatory Information.................................................60
On the Use of the System........................................................ 61
Class B Regulations .............................................................. 61
Safety Notices....................................................................... 62
On the Use of the RF Device.................................................... 67
USA and Canada Safety Requirements and Notices.......... 67
Europe Marking and Compliance Notices ......................... 69
ENERGY STAR ........................................................................... 71
User Notification of Take-back Service................................... 73
Battery Recycling...................................................................... 74
California Proposition 65......................................................... 75
About Battery and External Enclosure Replacement ............ 76
Battery .................................................................................. 76
External Enclosure ............................................................... 76