ML910™Rugged Notebook User Guide Motorola, Inc.
viii M) Non-Motorola manufactured equipment unless bearing a Motorola Part Number in the form of an alphanumeric number (e.g., TDE6030B). V. GOVERNI
Peripherals Configuration Enables or disables the feature of “Peripherals Configuration”: Under the “Advanced” tab, use the ÏÐ keys to move cursor
BIOS Setup Utility & MLUA 5-7 Set and Change Password: Select Change Password from the System recovery password S
Boot Settings Boot Settings: Under the “Boot” tab, use the ÏÐ keys to move cursor over the string of “Boot Settings Configuration”, “Boot Device P
BIOS Setup Utility & MLUA 5-9 Boot Settings Configuration Under the “Boot” tab, use the ÏÐ keys to move curso
Set the boot sequence from the available devices. A device enclosed in parenthesis has been disabled in the corresponding type menu. Security Setting
BIOS Setup Utility & MLUA 5-11 Change Supervisor Password: Select Change Supervisor Password from the Security Se
5-12 BIOS Setup Utility & MLUA Please enter "BIOS Setup Utility" menu and perform the following
BIOS Setup Utility & MLUA 5-13 ML User Application (MLUA) As previously described, the MLUA is designed for users
5-14 BIOS Setup Utility & MLUA • Temperature tab displays the following temperature readings from differ
BIOS Setup Utility & MLUA 5-15 ML Administrator Application (MLAA) This application is designed for an administra
ixRegulatory Information SAFE USAGE NOTIFICATION For reasons of personal safety and optimal radio performance, Motorola has designed the ML910™ RUGGED
5-16 BIOS Setup Utility & MLUA Read From EC To read configuration parameters from the EC: 1. Click on th
BIOS Setup Utility & MLUA 5-17 Note: The default file extension configuration data file is *.csv. ML Administrato
5-18 BIOS Setup Utility & MLUA MODS Setup MODS Communication CPU turn off from MODS Command Battery Charg
Installing Software Drivers
6-2 Installing Software Drivers How to Use the Driver DVD NOTE: 1. The drivers may have been updated after this user guide was published. For latest
Main Menu The Main Menu Screen: To install drivers and applications for your computer, make your selection correctly. Vista and XP Device Drivers Pr
Installing Device Drivers Click on either “Vista Drivers” or “XP Drivers” in the “Main Menu” based on the operating system that you are using. After
Installing Software Drivers
6-6 Installing Software Drivers Additional XP Applications In addition to the ML Administrator and User applications common to both Vista and XP, th
Caring for the Computer 7-1 7 CHAPTERCaring for the Computer Taking good care of your computer ensures trouble-free operation and also reduces th
Wireless LAN Module Statement FCC CAUTION: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
7-2 Caring for the Computer Protecting the Computer To safeguard the integrity of your computer data as well as the computer itself, you can protect
Caring for the Computer 7-3 Taking Care of the Computer Location Guidelines z Use the computer where the temperature is between -20°C (-4°F) and 5
7-4 Caring for the Computer Battery Pack Guidelines Optimal Use of the ML910 RUGGED NOTEBOOK Battery The battery is a consumable product and its per
Caring for the Computer 7-5 • If possible, charge the battery while the computer is powered off. When the computer’s power is on, the temperature
If the battery has been stored out of the notebook computer, longer than 60 days, it should be checked for remaining charge condition. If the capacity
Caring for the Computer 7-7 When Traveling z Before traveling with your computer, make a backup of your hard disk data into optical disks or other
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CHAPTER8 Troubleshooting Hardware, software, or a combination of both can cause computer problems. This chapter tells you what actions to take when so
Battery Problems The battery does not charge (Battery Charge indicator does not glow amber). z Make sure the AC adapter is properly connected. z Ma
xiFCC RF Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC RF exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be in
Black or white dots appear on the display at all times. z A small number of missing, discolored, or bright dots on the screen are an intrinsic charac
Hard Disk Drive Problems The hard disk drive error message appears on the screen. z Insert a bootable hard disk (CD or DVD) and check the integrity o
LAN Problems Unable to Access the Network. z Make sure the LAN driver is correctly installed. z Make sure the LAN cable is properly connected to the
2. Insert a small rod, such as a straightened paperclip, into the drive’s manual-eject hole and push firmly to release the tray. 3. Pull the tray ou
Troubleshooting
z You have moved out of range of the network. z Turn off power management. Resetting the Computer You may have to reset (reboot) your computer when
The HDD Recovery Process System Recovery Program Your system comes with a System Recovery program that can help you to diagnose and solve problems you
2. You will be prompted for the System Recovery password, enter the password then press Enter key to continue. Note: • The default System Recovery p
CMM labeling and Disclosure Table The People’s Republic of China requires that our products comply with China Management Methods (CMM) environmental r
4. This is the Welcome screen you will see if you successfully activate the System Recovery program. The standard navigation of the program are outl
6. If you select System Restore Utility as the task that you want to perform, you will be presented with this screen. • To proceed with System Restor
8. If you select System Recovery as the task that you want to perform, you will be presented with this screen. • To proceed with System Recovery, cli
10. System Recovery is successfully completed. • To restart your system, click on the Exit button. 11. If you selected Disk Diagnostic Utility as
12. Please wait while Disk Diagnostic Utility is checking your hard drive. 13. Disk Diagnostic Utility will show the summary of the disk diagnosis
Troubleshooting
Accessories List
10 10 CHAPTERAcronyms Acronyms Item Acronym Description 1. ACPI Advanced Conf
xiiiEuropean Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices Statements of Compliance English This product follows the provisions of the European Directive 19
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APPENDIXA Specifications NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without any prior notice. Parts Specifications CPU Intel® Core™ Duo L2400
Specifications
APPENDIXB Fingerprint Recognition Your ML910 RUGGED NOTEBOOK features a fingerprint recognition system designed for computer security. It provides a h
Finger Placement 1. The fingerprint sensor is located at the left side of the palm rest. 2. Slide your finger in the arrow’s direction firmly with st
Fingerprint Recognition
B-4 Fingerpr
APPENDIX APPENDIX APPENDIX C Installing Internal Wireless Modems Most customers will purchase their embedd
Local Restrictions of 802.11a/b/g Radio Usage CAUTION: Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802.11a/b/g wireless LAN devices may not yet be
Installation of the HSDPA Internal Modem HSDPA Internal kits should have one mini Card port and one WWAN cable such as HKUN4071 and HKUN4073. Please
z You will find two antenna (WWAN) cables attached by two pieces of Kapton® tape on the mini card bracket. z Remove Kapton® tape from the cable. z
z Insert the Wireless HSDPA Modem Kit. z Fix two screws on the Wireless HSDPA Modem kit. C-4 Self Install Internal Wireless Modems
z Snap the Black WWAN cable onto the main port on the mini card. z Insert the SIM card. z Installed Internal Wireless HSDPA Modem kit with SIM card
z Place the M logo cover back on ML910 RUGGED NOTEBOOK unit. z Fix the M logo with a screw. C-6 Self Install Internal Wireless Modems
Installation of the EVDO REV. A Internal Modem EVDO REV. A Internal Kits should have two mini card port connectors and two WWAN Cables such as in Kit
z You will find two antenna (WWAN) cables attached by two pieces of Kapton® tape on the mini card bracket. z Remove Kapton® tape from the cable. z R
z Fix two screws on the Wireless EVDO REV. A Module. z Snap the Black WWAN cable onto the Main port of the mini card and the White WWAN cable onto t
z Fix the M logo with a screw. C-10 Self Install Internal Wireless Modems
Installation of the PRM240 Internal Modem z Remove one screw from the M logo. z Remove the M logo. z You will find two WWAN cables attached by two p
xvFrance Departments in Which the Wireless LAN Module Can Be Used (Indoors Only) The wireless LAN module can currently be used indoors only in the fol
z Each PVDT Modem Installation Kit (PRM w/o Modem) (kit no. HKUN4066), it includes one FFC cable, one MMCX cable and one PRM240 Internal Modem module
z Remove four screws from the mini card bracket. z Remove the mini card bracket from ML910 RUGGED NOTEBOOK unit. z Snap the Black WWAN cable to the
z Place the PRM240 module on ML910 RUGGED NOTEBOOK by matching each corner of the PRM240 Internal Modem module with the four screw holes. z Fix four
z Place the M logo back on ML910 RUGGED NOTEBOOK unit. z Fix the M logo with a screw. Self Install Internal Wireless Modems C-15
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APPENDIX APPENDIX APPENDIX D RoHS / WEEE RoHS / WEEE
RoHS / WEEE
RoHS / WEEE
Product Safety and RF Exposure Information CAUTION: BEFORE USING ML910 RUGGED NOTEBOOK, READ THIS SECTION WHICH CONTAINS IMPORTANT OPERATING INSTRUC
xviiAircraft When instructed to do so, turn off your ML910 RUGGED NOTEBOOK and/or integrated radios when on board an aircraft. Any use of a ML910 RUGG
xviii include fueling areas such as below decks on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, areas where the air contains chemicals or p
About the Battery Caution Texts Concerning Lithium Batteries DANISH ADVARSEL! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning
About the Modem CAUTION: 1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. 2. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the
xxiTable of Contents Preface...xxv Ch
xxii Inserting and Removing a Disk...2-15 Using the Video Features...
xxiiiRF Pass-Though Combinations...4-9 Enabling RF Pass-Through Option in MLAA & MLU
xxiv LAN Problems...8-7 Modem Problems...
xxvPreface This user guide contains information that will help you operate the computer. It is divided into 10 chapters and 4 appendices. Chapter 1, G
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Getting Started
i TRADEMARKS MOTOROLA, the Stylized M Logo, and ML910™ RUGGED NOTEBOOK are registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. All other product or se
Getting the Computer Running This section guides you through the procedures for getting the computer ready for operation. Unpacking After unpacking th
3. Insert the battery pack into the compartment. 4. Replace the compartment cover and secure the four screws. Initializing the Battery Pack You ne
Connecting to AC Power The computer operates on either external AC power or internal battery power. We recommend that you use AC power when you start
NOTE: When the AC adapter is connected, it also charges the battery pack. For information on using battery power, see Chapter 3. Opening the Cover
Taking a Look at the Computer This section identifies the external components of the computer and briefly describes the function of each component. NO
Right-Side Components Ref Component Description See Also Security Lock Slot Connects an optional security lock to anchor the computer to a desk
Left-Side Components Ref Component Description See Also VGA Port Connects an external monitor. P. 4-2 Serial Port Connects a RS-232 device.
Rear Components Ref Component Description See Also RJ-11 Port Connects the telephone line. P. 2-20 RJ-45 Port Connects the LAN cable. Inclu
Front Components Ref Component Description See Also Stereo Speaker Set Output stereo audio from the computer. P. 2–18 Handle Allows you to c
ii LICENSE AGREEMENT MOTOROLA, INC. (“MOTOROLA”) IS WILLING TO LICENSE THE SOFTWARE EMBEDDED IN THE ENCLOSED PRODUCT (THE “SOFTWARE”) TO YOU ONLY ON
Bottom-Side Components Ref Component Description See Also Configurable Media Bay Eject Latch Allows you to remove the Optical Disk Drive, Seco
Antenna Location (Integrated Radio Modems) Getting Started
Top-Open Components 1-14
Getting Started
Where to Go from Here As your computer is ready for operation, you may want to do any of the following now: For this purpose… Do this… To know more a
CHAPTER2 Operating Your Computer This chapter provides information about the use of the computer. If you are new to computers, reading this chapter wi
Starting and Shutting Down the Computer There are a number of ways to start up and shut down the computer. Starting the Computer You always start the
NOTE: 1. Placing your computer in standby/sleep mode allows you to return to the tasks you were doing the next time you start up the computer. (See “P
Cursor-Control Keys NOTE: 1. The word “cursor” refers to the indicator on the screen that lets you know exactly where on your screen anything yo
Euro Symbol For the Euro dollar sign : On an UK keyboard, hold down the Alt Gr key and press 4 (which has a Euro sign on it). Windows Keys The keyboa
iiiSection 4 CONFIDENTIALITY You acknowledge that all Software contains valuable proprietary information and trade secrets and that unauthorized or im
Key Description Enables/Disables the keyboard backlight function. Enables/Disables the Touchpad. Decreases the sound volume. Increases the sound
Operating Your Computer
Using the Touchpad CAUTION: Do not use a sharp object such as a pen on the touchpad. Doing so may damage the touchpad surface as well as the RUB
Operating Your Computer
Using the Touchscreen CAUTION: Do not use a sharp object such as a ballpoint pen or pencil on the touchscreen. Doing so may damage the touchscre
Using the Hard Disk Drive Your computer normally comes with a 2.5-inch Serial-ATA hard disk drive. A hard disk drive is a storage device where your op
Using the Optical Disk Drive Your computer, depending on your model, comes optionally with an optical disk drive located on the right side of the comp
2. Slide the multipurpose bay lock/unlock switch to the lock position to secure the nd ndoptical disk drive/2 HDD/2 Battery in place. . Tighten
Removing the Optical Disk Drive/2nd HDD/2nd Battery NOTE: Due to the depth of the Configurable Media Bay, the user may find it helpful to first open
3. Push to release the lock/unlock switch. 4. Push the Eject icon switch to remove the optical disk drive/2nd HDD/2nd Battery. Warning: 1. Withou
iv Section 10 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY MOTOROLA’S TOTAL LIABILITY UNDER THIS AGREEMENT FOR DAMAGES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL AMOUNT PAID BY YOU FOR TH
Operating Your Computer
Using the Audio Features NOTE: 1. To take advantage of the enhanced audio capabilities, the audio driver supplied with your computer must be installed
Using the Communication Features Using the LAN The internal 10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet LAN (Local Area Network) module allows you to connect your com
Using the Wire Line Modem The internal 56K fax/data modem allows you to use the telephone line to communicate with others by fax, email, or connect to
Using the Wireless LAN Your computer may have an internal PCIe (PCI Express) Mini Card network adapter (WLAN) pre-installed by the computer manufactur
Connecting to a Wireless Network For Windows XP 1. Double-click the network connectivity icon located on the Windows system tray. The following win
For Windows Vista 1. Double-click the Wireless Software icon located on the Windows system tray. The following window appears on screen: NOTE: If
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Operating Your Computer
vCOMPUTER SOFTWARE COPYRIGHTS The Motorola products described in this user guide may include copyrighted Motorola computer programs stored in semicond
Using the MESH Modem (Optional) Motorola's MESH networking technology enables users to wirelessly access critical broadband applications seamless
Operating Your Computer
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CHAPTER3 Managing Power Your computer operates either on external AC power or on internal battery power. This chapter tells you how to manage power ef
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CAUTION: 1. Batteries in ML910 RUGGED NOTEBOOK are allowed to discharge (i.e., operate normally) when the battery temperature is from –20°C (–4
Battery Low Signals and Actions Battery Low occurs when the battery has approximately 10% (Windows default setting) of its charge remaining. The compu
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ATI PowerPlayTM Management PowerPlay manages the power requirements of your graphics settings for higher performance or longer battery life. Use Power
vi LIMITED WARRANTY MOTOROLA COMMUNICATION PRODUCTS If the affected product is being purchased pursuant to a written Communications System Agreement s
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Functions of PowerPlay Enabling PowerPlay You can adjust the AC mode and battery mode to reduce the power consumption under the Enable Power Play Func
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Expanding Your Computer 4-1 CHAPTER4 Expanding Your Computer You can expand the capabilities of your computer by connecting other peripheral device
Connecting an External Monitor If you want the benefits of a larger display screen with higher resolution, you can connect an external monitor that su
Expanding Your Computer 4-3 Connecting a USB Device Your computer has three USB ports that support transfer rates of up to 12 Mbps for USB 1.1 devi
Connecting a Serial Device Your computer has a serial port for connecting a serial device such as an external modem. Follow this procedure to connect
Expanding Your Computer 4-5 Connecting a Video Capture Device Your computer has a video capture port for connecting a video source such as high-qu
System Memory Upgrade Your computer supports a maximum of 4GB physical system memory utilizing two 200-pin DDR2 SO-DIMM slots in the sealed compartmen
Expanding Your Computer 4-7 RF Pass-Through The RF pass-through feature enables the Motorola ML910™ Rugged Notebook Computer to receive and transmi
vii THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. MOTOROLA DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDIN
4-8 Expanding Your Computer RF Pass-Through Retrofit Kit The installed RF pass-through retrofit kit (Motorola part number DSGJ71600089) enables ML910
Expanding Your Computer 4-9 ML900 Mid-Tier Vehicle Docking Station If the ML910 is docked in a standard ML900 mid-tier VDS, the internal antennas w
Enabling RF Pass-Through Option in MLAA & MLUA 1. Launch the ML Administrator Application. 2. Go to the RF Pass-Through Options available in
Expanding Your Computer 4-11 5. Launch the ML User Application. 6. Select the RF Pass-Through option available in the MLUA. 7. Before the RF Pa
4-12 Expanding Your Computer 11. Note that the RF Pass-through Option will not be applicable under the following conditions: a. The ML910 does not h
BIOS Setup Utility & MLUA 5-1 CHAPTER5 BIOS Setup Utility and ML Applications BIOS Setup Utility is a program f
When and How to Use the BIOS Setup Utility When to Use You need to run the BIOS Setup Utility when: z You see an error message on the screen requesti
BIOS Setup Utility & MLUA 5-3 Key Function F1 General Help F2 General Help F9 Load optimal defaults F10 Save a
Advanced Menu CPU Configuration Setup function of “Intel SpeedStep Technology“: Under the “Advanced”,tab use ÏÐ keys to move cursor over the s
BIOS Setup Utility & MLUA 5-5 Drive Configuration While entering setup, BIOS auto detects the presence of devi
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