Itronix GoBook (IX250) User manual

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Identification
GoBook (IX250) User’s Manual
January 2001 · Revision 003
Copyright Notice
© Copyright 2001 Itronix Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced, transmitted,
transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any other language or computer language in whole or in
part, in any form or by any means, whether it be electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, manual, or otherwise,
without the prior written consent of Itronix Corporation, South 801 Stevens Street, Spokane, Washington 99204.
Disclaimer
This document is printed in the U.S.A. Itronix Corporation reserves the right to revise the manual and make periodic
changes to the content without a direct or inferred obligation to Itronix to notify any person of such revision or
changes. Itronix Corporation does not assume responsibility for the use of this manual, nor for any patent
infringements or other rights or third parties who may use the manual.
This document contains valuable trade secrets and proprietary information of Itronix Corporation.
This product is available for purchase under the terms of the Itronix Hardware Purchase and Software License
Agreement. Itronix hardware products may be reconditioned, or be manufactured from parts and components that
may be new, used, rebuilt, or recycled and in some cases, the hardware product may not be new and may have been
previously installed. In any event, Itronix warranty terms apply.
Trademark Notice
Itronix is a registered trademark of Itronix Corporation.
Microsoft, MS, Windows, and MS-DOS are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
IBM is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.

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ComplianceStatements
The GoBook (IX250) computer has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to 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 can radiate 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:
•Reorient 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.
The GoBook (IX250) computer complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. On the bottom of this equipment is a label
that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this
equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.
The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive
RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all
areas, the sum of the RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be
connected to the line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the telephone company to determine the maximum
REN for the calling area.
The GoBook (IX250) computer may be connected to the telephone network using the RJ-11 jack provided.

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If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that
temporary discontinuance of service may be required. If advance notice isn’t practical, the telephone company will
notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if
you believe it is necessary.
The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the
operation of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to
make the necessary modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted service.
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact the equipment manufacturer for repair and/or warranty
information. Do not attempt repairs of this equipment yourself without obtaining manufacturer authorized parts and
documentation. If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request you
remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved.
Compliance Statement for Canada
NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment
meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the
appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the
equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local
telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The
customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some
situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or
alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications
company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone
lines, and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly
important in rural areas.

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CAUTION! Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate
electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.
The Ringer Equivalence Numbers (REN) are:
GoBook (IX250) non-radio: 0.5B
GoBook (IX250) ARDIS: 0.5B
GoBook (IX250) RAM: 0.5B
GoBook (IX250) CDPD: 1.3B
NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the
maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may
consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence
Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5.
The GoBook (IX250) computer may be connected to the telephone network using the RJ-11 jack provided.
Fax Branding
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other
electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such message clearly contains in a margin
at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and
an identification of the business or other entity, or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of
the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual.
In order to program this information into your fax machine, you should complete the following:
This information is entered through the FAX application software you have installed.
Consult your FAX software documentation for instructions about entering this information.

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Warnings and Cautions
WARNING It is important that only authorized Itronix personnel attempt repairs on Itronix equipment as this might
void any maintenance contract with your company. Unauthorized service personnel might be subject to shock hazard
on some Itronix equipment if removal of protective covers is attempted.
The product you have purchased is powered by a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable and, under various
state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Do not crush the
battery or place it in a fire. Check with your local solid-waste officials for details on recycling options or proper
disposal.
CAUTION Internal components of the GoBook (IX250) computer will be damaged if exposed to contaminants.
When dust covers, the PC card door, or the battery door are open on the computer, shield the unit from all
contaminants such as liquids, rain, snow, and dust.
WARNING “In order to comply with the FCC RF exposure requirements this device must be operated with a
minimum seperation distance of 3 cm between the user/nearby persons and the antenna in its intended vertical
operating position.”
“The antenna location is fixed in the upper right edge of the display screen and is not to be relocated”
“The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision “CTR21”] for pan-European single terminal connec-
tion to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). However, due to differences between individual PSTNs
provided in different countries the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful
operation on every PSTN network termination point.
In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance.

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Safety Information
The following safety symbols are used in this manual to indicate potentially dangerous situations. Do not proceed
beyond a WARNING or CAUTION symbol until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.

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Contents
SECTION 1 GETTING STARTED 1
Introdu tion 2
Unpacking Your System 2
Pre autions 3
Che klists 4
Features 5
The First Time. . . 6
Installing the Battery 6
Connecting the AC Adapter 7
Turning the Computer On and Off 8
Adjusting the Volume 9
Calibrating the Tou h S reen 9
Startup Problems? 11
SECTION 2 GETTING FAMILIAR WITH YOUR COMPUTER 13
Introdu tion 14
Individual Parts 15  17
LED Activity Indicators 19
LED Power / Wireless Modem Indicators 20

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Keyboard Basi s 21
Restarting the Computer 21
Primary Keys 21
Arrow Keys 23
Function Keys 24
Numeric Keypad 24
Touchpad 24
General Guidelines 26
Scrolling Buttons 27
Connecting an External Keyboard or Mouse 27
Disk Drives 27
The PC Card Slot 30
Conne ting to an External Monitor 32
SECTION 3 MAKING CONNECTIONS 33
Introdu tion 34
Rear Connectors 35
Left Side Connectors 37
Right Side Connectors 38
SECTION 4 IF YOU HAVE A WIRELESS MODEM 39
Introdu tion 40
Before You Start: Register! 40
Registering Your Wireless Modem 40

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Wireless Modem LED Status 42
Installing Your Wireless Modem Software 44
Using Your Wireless Modem 46
SECTION 5 POWER MANAGEMENT 49
Power Management 50
Battery Calibration 50
Monitoring Battery Power 51
Low Battery Alarms 51
Battery Charging 52
Power Saving Modes 52
Suspend Mode 53
Initiating Suspend Mode 54
Power Button Settings 54
When to Replace the Battery 55
Heat Considerations 56
SECTION 6 CUSTOMIZING YOUR BIOS SETTINGS 57
Using the BIOS Setup Utility 58
BIOS Setup Menu 58
Starting the BIOS Setup Utility 58
The Main Menu 59
Navigating and Entering Information in BIOS 60

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Standard CMOS Setup 61
Standard Feature Des ription 62
Advan ed CMOS Setup 64
Power Management 66
Peripheral Setup 68
Auto-Dete t Hard Disk 70
Change Supervisor Password 71
Change User Password 71
Auto Configuration with Optimal Settings 71
Exiting and Saving 72
SECTION 7 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES 73
Vehi le Adapter 74
Vehi le Cradle 75
PRECAUTIONS 76
Charging Batteries 76
Communicating with Other Devices 77
Surge Prote tion 80
Selecting the Right Surge Protection 81
Selecting the Right Equipment 82

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SECTION 8 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 83
Introdu tion 84
Tou h S reen Care 84
Hard Drive Care and Handling 85
Internal Hard Drives 85
External PC Card Hard Drives 86
Battery Maintenan e and Storage 87
Maintaining Batteries 87
Storing Batteries 87
Computer Maintenan e and Storage 88
Maintaining Your Computer 88
Storing Your Computer 90
APPENDIX A ERROR MESSAGES 91
Introdu tion 92
POST Messages 92
MS-DOS Messages 98
Appli ation Messages 99

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APPENDIX B TROUBLESHOOTING 101
What to Try First 102
For More Help 102
Common Solutions to Common Problems 103
Applications 104
Batteries 105
Display 107
Hard Disk 108
I/O Ports 108
Keyboard 109
Landline Modems 109
Miscellaneous 111
Mouse 113
PC Cards 113
Pen/Tou h S reen 114
Wireless Modems 115
APPENDIX C GLOSSARY 119
INDEX 125

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SECTION 1
Getting Started
Introdu tion 2
Unpacking Your System 2
Pre autions 3
Che klists 4
Features 5
The First Time. . . 6
Installing the Battery 6
Connecting the AC Adapter 7
Turning the Computer On and Off 8
Adjusting the Volume 9
Calibrating the Tou h S reen 9
Startup Problems? 11

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Introdu tion
Congratulations on your purchase of the Itronix GoBook computer! Your new GoBook features the most innovative
advances in portable computing technology. It combines state-of-the-art ergonomics with a rugged, durable architec-
ture to provide you with a notebook computer that is compact, powerful, rugged and easy to use. Designed for a wide
range of general, business, and personal productivity applications, the GoBook is an ideal choice for use in the
office, or on the road.
For maximum expandability without compromising portability, the GoBook accommodates a number of modules,
including CD-ROM/DVD/FDD drives, and one PC card slot. The high capacity hard disk drive provides you with
plenty of storage space for multimedia files and applications.
The GoBook features a standard 87-key Nitevue®keyboard (89-key international). The high-resolution 12.1-inch
touch screen LCD panel provides clear and crisp viewing with touch screen convenience.
This User’s Guide contains all the information you need to set up and use your new GoBook. It describes all the
features of the GoBook in an easy-to-read yet thorough manner.
Unpa king Your System
Inside your packaging you will find:
•Itronix GoBook computer
•Power cord
•AC adapter
•Battery
•Stylus and Tether
•GoBook Quick Start Guide

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You may have additional components or peripherals if you ordered these items separately. Check your packing slip
for a complete list of items included in your package.
Pre autions
You can use your computer under a wide range of environmental conditions. However, to ensure long use and
continued high performance, consider the following factors when setting up your computer:
•Follow all warnings and instructions noted in this documentation and in the Windows Help program.
•The first time you use your computer, we recommend that you carefully read Section 5 Power Management to
familiarize yourself with some battery basics to ensure optimum battery performance
•Unplug the computer from the power outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use aerosols,
solvents, or strong detergents
•Slots and openings in the computer case are for ventilation purposes. Do not block or cover these openings or the
system could overheat
•On the bottom of the GoBook, there is a label with information on the power requirements of this system. These
requirements must be followed. If you are unsure of your local power supply, consult your dealer or local Power
Company
•Do not step on or place anything on the power cord
•If you use the computer with an extension cord, ensure that the total ampere ratings of all the devices sharing the
extension do not exceed the rating of the extension cord or the rating of the wall outlet
•Never push foreign objects into the computer through any of the slots or openings. Dangerous voltages are
present, which could cause electric shock or fire, or damage sensitive components
•For best results, use a power strip with a built-in surge protector. Do not use inferior extension cords as this may
result in damage to your computer

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Che klists
After opening the package, carefully inspect the contents. Contact your dealer if any items are missing or appear
damaged. The shipping carton should contain the following:
STANDARD
•A GoBook computer
•An internal battery
•An AC adapter with power cord
•Stylus and Tether
•Quick Start Guide
OPTIONS
The following items are normally optional, but some vendors may include them in the standard package. Some items
may not be available in some countries, or some vendors may choose not to carry all the items.
•Floppy disk drive
•CD-ROM drive
•DVD-ROM drive
•Additional Li-Ion battery pack (3000 mAHr)
•Shoulder Strap
CAUTION When purchasing any of the accessories listed above, purchase only those accessories that are approved
for use with your computer. The above accessories are proprietary items. Your system vendor can obtain these

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approved accessories. If you use items that are not approved for use with this computer, you may cause your com-
puter to malfunction, or to emit or receive electro-magnetic radiation in excess of local regulations. For non-propri-
etary accessories such as PC Cards or printers, ensure that the accessory functions properly in your computer before
making the purchase. Your system vendor may be able to recommend reliable brands and models.
Features
High Capacity Hard Disk Drive
The computer has a high capacity hard disk drive, enabling you to install your favorite programs and store large
multimedia files.
Full Array of Ports and Connectors
Your computer includes standard ports for connecting to peripherals such as printers and monitors. Additional ports
allow you to add many other peripherals.
Large SVGA LCD
Your computer has a large, easy to view SVGA LCD panel.
Built in Stereo Speakers and Microphone
The stereo speakers and internal microphone enable you to run a variety of multimedia applications.
Function Keys
Function keys allow you to suspend your computer, shut the LCDs off, and give you easy control of audio and your
monitor.

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Where to Look For Information
About Your Computer
This User’s Manual describes the key elements of your computer. New users can find a simple step-by-step orienta-
tion in the Quick Start section of this chapter.
About Windows
The Windows Online Help, found on the Start menu, offers extensive Windows assistance. Welcome to Windows
offers an online orientation for new Windows users. Find it in: Start/Programs/Accessories/System Tools.
The First Time. . .
Using your computer for the first time involves:
•Installing the battery
•Connecting the AC adapter to the computer
•Callibrating and charging the battery
Installing the Battery
Make sure the computer is sheltered when you install the Lithium Ion battery; the computer is not weather sealed
until the battery door is properly installed. The battery should be fully charged before you operate the unit on battery
power. To get the most from your battery, follow the guidelines in Section 5 Power Management.