Users Guide Wyse® Mobile Thin Computer Issue:110207 PN: 883904-01 Rev.
ii Copyright Notice © 2007, Wyse Technology Inc. All rights reserved. This manual and the software and firmware described in it are copyrighted. You may not reproduce, transmit, transcribe, store in a retrieval system, or translate into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, any part of this publication without express written permission.
iii Caution Changes or modifications not covered in this manual must be approved in writing by the manufacturer’s Regulatory Engineering department. Changes or modifications made without written approval may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Regulatory Compliance for Thin Computers EMC and Safety Requirements Model XX0 thin computers are compliant with the regulatory requirements in the regions listed below. U.S.A. - FCC Part 15 (class B) Canada - CAN/CSA-C22 No.
iv Cable Notice The use of shielded I/O cables is required when connecting this equipment to any and all optional peripheral or host devices. Failure to do so may cause interference and violate FCC and international regulations for electromagnetic interference. Device Power Supply Model XX0 thin computers use an external power adapter. Use only with Wyse approved power adapters (refer to the Wyse Web site). Caution Replace power adapter with the same or equivalent type as recommended by the manufacturer.
Contents 1 About This Guide About this Guide 1 Organization of this Guide 1 Important Safeguards 2 Caution Statements 2 Wyse Technical Support 3 Links to Related Documentation and Services 2 Introducing Your Thin Computer Check the Package Contents Features 5 Inside View 6 Front View 6 Back View 7 Right Side View 7 Left Side View 8 Bottom View 8 3 5 Getting Started Setting Up Your Thin Computer 9 Step 1 - Install the Battery 9 Step 2 - Connect the Power Cable 9 Step 3 - Turn On the Thin Computer 10 Tu
vi Power Saving Tips 18 Heat Considerations 18 Graphics System 19 Screen Controls 19 Connecting to an External Monitor Dual Displays 20 4 19 Making Connections Wired Net/LAN 21 Wi-Fi 21 Making a Connection 21 Adding a Certificate 22 Express Card 22 Installing a Card 22 Removing a Card 23 Express Card Size Restrictions 23 Bluetooth 23 Creating a Partnership Between Phone and Thin Computer Thin Computer Setup for Windows Bluetooth DUN 25 Disconnecting Windows Bluetooth DUN 28 5 Using the BIOS Setup Utili
1 About This Guide The Wyse X90 and X90e are the newest wireless mobile thin computers in the Wyse X class of mobile thin computers. The Wyse X90 and X90e use the Windows™ XP Embedded (XPe) operating system. These thin computers provide access to applications, files, and network resources made available on machines hosting Citrix™ ICA and Microsoft™ RDP session services.
2 Chapter 1 Important Safeguards Please adhere to the following important safeguards: • Follow all warnings and instructions noted in this documentation and in the Windows Help program. • The first time you use your thin computer, we recommend that you carefully read the "Introducing Your Thin Computer" section of this manual and initialize the battery to ensure optimum battery performance.
About This Guide 3 under the device. Find environmental operating specifications in the thin computer’s datasheet located at http://www.wyse.com/products. • Do not allow your thin computer to rest directly on exposed skin for extended periods of time during operation. The base surface temperature will rise during normal operation (particularly when AC power is used). Prolonged contact with exposed skin can cause discomfort or a burn.
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2 Introducing Your Thin Computer This section provides package contents, features, and detailed views of your thin computer. Check the Package Contents After opening the package, carefully inspect the contents. If any of the items is missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer.
6 Chapter 2 Inside View (1) Display (4) Touch pad buttons (2) Power on/off button (5) Touch pad (3) Keyboard (6) System indicator lights Front View (1) Wireless LAN and Bluetooth on/off switch - Enables the wireless functions to be turned off if needed during air travel or similar situation. (2) Microphone in - Connect a microphone to this port to record. (3) Line out/Headset out - Connect a stereo headset or external speakers to this port to listen to multimedia.
Introducing Your Thin Computer 7 Back View (1) LAN RJ-45 network port - With the built-in Ethernet LAN combo, you can make LAN connections. Connection speed is up to 100 Mbps. Right Side View (1) Express 34/54 card slot* - This slot is where an Express 34/54 card is inserted. (2) USB 2.0 ports - Use for attaching monitors, input devices, scanners, and other devices to a PC. USB devices can be chained together on a single cable.
8 Chapter 2 Left Side View (1) Kensington lock slot - Your thin computer includes a Kensington lock hole to be used with a standard Kensington lock. You can connect the thin computer to a large object with the Kensington lock to prevent theft of your thin computer. See the documentation that comes with your Kensington lock for more information. (2) Power adapter input - Connect the DC power cable from the power adapter to this port.
3 Getting Started This section provides information on setting up and using your thin computer, power management, and the graphics system. Setting Up Your Thin Computer To quickly set up your thin computer follow the next three simple steps. Step 1 - Install the Battery With your thin computer turned off, insert battery in the battery compartment located on the underside of the thin computer and secure it by sliding the latches. 1. Slide the battery lock (3) to unlock. 2.
10 Chapter 3 Figure 3-2 Connecting the Power Cable Note You can connect the power adapter at any time with the thin computer turned either on or off. Step 3 - Turn On the Thin Computer Raise and adjust the lid, and press the power on/off button for two seconds. When you release the power on/off button, the power LED on the system indicators turns on. After power-on, the thin computer initially goes through several boot sequence procedures before the operating system loads.
11 Getting Started Adjusting the Volume There are two ways in which to adjust the volume: • • You can adjust the volume with the hot key combinations as follows: • Fn + F8 decreases the volume • Fn + F9 increases the volume • Fn + F10 mutes the volume Alternatively, you can adjust the volume with the Windows volume control applet located on the taskbar.
12 Chapter 3 Keyboard Function Keys for System Control The numeric keypad numbers and symbols are printed in blue on the keypad keys. Press and hold the Fn key while pressing the appropriate function key (press Fn + NumLk to enable or disable the numberic keypad).
13 Getting Started Numeric Keypad The embedded numeric keypad consists of sixteen keys that make number intensive input more convenient. Press NumLk to enable or disable the numeric keypad. Figure 3-3 Numeric Keypad Touch Pad The touch pad is a pressure-sensitive pointing device that provides all the features of a two-button mouse. Its primary function is to move the cursor around the screen. Figure 3-4 Touch Pad Touchpad Touch pad buttons To use the touch pad: 1.
14 Chapter 3 pressure-sensitive touch pad. This double-tapping on the touch pad will select the desired item and prompt the software to perform the related operation. 4. The buttons located directly below the touch pad are the same in function as those on a two-buttoned mouse. Clicking these buttons makes selections, drags objects, or performs a variety of other functions depending on the software.
15 Getting Started Power Management Proper power management for your thin computer will prolong battery life and reduce heat dissipation. Calibrating the Battery The first time you use a battery, you should calibrate it. The calibration process first empties the battery, and then charges it. Calibrating your battery allows the Windows battery gauge to accurately monitor battery status. Note Battery Calibration will take from 4 to 8 hours, depending on how much power the battery may already contain.
16 Chapter 3 Figure 3-6 Power Option Properties If you do not see the battery icon, enable it in Start | Control Panel | Power Options. Choose the Advanced tab and click Always show icon on the taskbar. Low Battery Alarms How your thin computer responds to a low battery condition is set under Start | Control Panel | Power Options | Alarms. Two different power alarms can be enabled or disabled: the Low Battery Alarm, and the Critical Battery Alarm.
Getting Started 17 If your thin computer is turned off or standby mode, a fully discharged battery will take about three hours to recharge. Note A fully charged battery can run the thin computer for approximately 3.5 hours. When to Replace the Battery Over time, the battery's capacity gradually decreases. We recommend that you replace your battery when you notice that it begins to store significantly less charge. Changing the Battery Change the main battery pack as follows: 1.
18 Chapter 3 Initiating Stand by Mode There are four ways to initiate stand by mode.
Getting Started 19 Graphics System Your thin computer has a high-performance graphics system, which can easily handle the demands of today's multimedia computing. Screen Controls Your screen can be adjusted for brightness and resolution. Brightness Function keys can increase or decrease the brightness of the display.
20 Chapter 3 Dual Displays An external monitor may be used simultaneously with your thin computer’s display. You may also use the external monitor only and disable the display or only use the display. To do this you may first need to enable the multiple display settings in Windows XP Embedded. 1. Open the Control Panel. 2. Double-click S3 Tray Plus tab. 3. Click the S3 Display button. 4. Check the CRT.
4 Making Connections This section provides information about the various ways your thin computer makes connections. Your mobile thin computer makes connection through: • Wired Net/LAN • Built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g wireless LAN) • Express card provided by data carriers • Bluetooth* *Bluetooth is a feature for X90e. Wired Net/LAN To attach to a wired network, insert the network cable into the LAN RJ-45 network port at the back of the thin computer.
22 Chapter 4 Note If you do not know the Network Key, you can acquire it from your administrator. 6. There may be a brief wait. If successful, next to your preferred network you will see Connected with a gold star above it. Adding a Certificate To add a certificate for certificate-based wireless networks: 1. Open Internet Explorer | Tools | Internet Options, and select the Content tab. 2. Under Certificates, select Certificates. 3. Click on Import to open the Certificate Import Wizard window 4.
Making Connections 23 Note Please read the instructions included with individual express cards. Some cards may be inserted with power on, while others require that the thin computer be turned off. Removing a Card Press the card again to release the card. Express Card Size Restrictions The card will not able to eject if it is less the 75mm. Figure 4-2 Express Card Size Restrictions Bluetooth Bluetooth is a feature for Wyse X90e.
24 Chapter 4 2. Turn on Bluetooth in your thin computer (switch is located on the front left-side of the thin computer). The indicator light for wireless activity lights up and remains active. 3. Click on the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar to open the Bluetooth Devices window. 4. Click the Add button to open the Add Bluetooth Device Wizard. Figure 4-3 Welcome to the Add Bluetooth Device Wizard 5. Click the check box My device is set up and ready to be found and click Next. 6.
Making Connections 25 9. The mobile device will be detected on the Bluetooth Devices window. Figure 4-5 Bluetooth Devices Window Thin Computer Setup for Windows Bluetooth DUN To set up your thin computer for Bluetooth: 1. Right-click on My Network Places properties on the desktop to open the Network Connection window. 2. Click on Create a new connection to open the Network Connection Wizard and click Next. 3. Select the radio button Connect to the Internet and click Next. 4.
26 Chapter 4 Figure 4-7 Connection Name 6. Enter the ISP name and click Next. The ISP name is a user-friendly name (in this example, “Connect” was used). 7. Enter the ISP’s phone number. Note The ISP (Internet Service Provider) phone number is provided by your mobile phone provider and may require a special data plan. 8. Click Finish to finish the New Network Connection Wizard setup. A connection window opens.
Making Connections 27 9. Enter Username and Password and click Dial to open the Opening Port window. Caution You can expect a delay for the Opening Port window to appear. Do not click on the Cancel button. Figure 4-9 Opening Port 10.Click on the message pointing to the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar. The following window opens for entering a passcode. Figure 4-10 Entering a Passcode, when Needed 11. Enter the Passkey number and click Next.
28 Chapter 4 Disconnecting Windows Bluetooth DUN To disconnect a Bluetooth device: 1. In the Network Connections window under Dial-up, find the connection you previously created for your Bluetooth DUN connection. Note “Connect“ is the name given as the ISP Name (as shown in Figure 4-7). Figure 4-11 Network Connection 2. Right-click on the Connect Icon and then click on Disconnect.
5 Using the BIOS Setup Utility This section provides instructions for using the BIOS menus available on your thin computer. Using the BIOS Setup Utility Your notebook has a BIOS setup utility which allows you to configure important system settings, including settings for various optional functions of the thin computer. This chapter explains how to use the BIOS setup utility. BIOS Setup Menu The BIOS setup Utility allows you to configure your thin computer’s basic settings.
30 Chapter 5 Table 5-1 Navigation Keys for Entering Information in BIOS, Continued Key Function F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit Esc Press Esc to exit any section. If you wish to exit the BIOS utility without saving changes, go to the main menu, then press Esc. Users are allowed to enter new values to replace the default settings in certain fields, and the rest fields are specified by system default parameters and cannot be modified by users.
31 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Advanced Menu Figure 5-2 BIOS Setup Utility - Advanced Menu Main Advanced Boot Security Advanced Setting Exit Battery Learning Function Battery Calibration [ Enter ] Legacy USB Support [ Auto ] Panel Type [ 07 ] Battery Calibration [ Enter ] Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to Sub Screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit V02.59 Copyright 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc.
32 Chapter 5 Security Menu Figure 5-4 BIOS Setup Utility - Security Menu Main Advanced Boot Security Exit Security Settings Install or Change the password. Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password : Not Installed Change Supervisor Password Change User Password Select Screen Select Item Enter Change F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit V02.59 Copyright 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc.
33 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Changing the User Password With a User Password, you can enter the Setup Utility and change or remove the User Password, but you cannot enter the Setup Utility and change or remove the Supervisor Password, or enable diskette access if it has been disabled. Changing the Supervisor Password A Supervisor Password must be set before a lower-level User Password can be set. To set a Supervisor Password: 1. Select Change Supervisor Password and press Enter. 2.
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6 Establishing a Server Environment This section contains information on the network architecture and enterprise server environment needed to provide network and session services enabling Wyse XX0 thin computers network connection. It also includes information to help you to address important considerations when configuring access to the server environment and when configuring the services to be provided by the server environment.
36 Chapter 6 • VPN (PPTP) - PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol) is a network protocol that enables the secure transfer of data between a remote computer (in this case the thin computer) and an enterprise server environment by creating a virtual private network (VPN) across TCP/IP-based data networks such as the Internet. It provides a password-protected path through the enterprise firewall to the enterprise server environment in which the network and session services required thin computers reside.
7 Frequently Asked Questions This section contains information and help on installation, setup, conflicts, and general troubleshooting. Table 7-1 Frequently asked questions about the Wyse X90 and Wyse X90e Question Answer My screen seems to time out too quickly. I have to constantly hit a key or move the mouse in order to bring it back. How can I adjust the screen time-out? This is part of Windows Power Management.
38 Table 7-1 Chapter 7 Frequently asked questions about the Wyse X90 and Wyse X90e, Continued Question Answer My thin computer alerts CMOS Battery Low, what can I do? If you keep your thin computer in no power situation (unplug the thin computer from the power outlet and remove battery at the same) over 45 days, your data in CMOS will be lost. Please reconfigure your CMOS by following steps: 1. Please reconfigure your CMOS by following steps: 2. Press DEL to enter the BIOS setup utility. 3.
List of Figures 3-1 3-2 3-3 3-4 3-5 3-6 3-7 3-8 4-1 4-2 4-3 4-4 4-5 4-6 4-7 4-8 4-9 4-10 4-11 5-1 5-2 5-3 5-4 5-5 5-6 Battery Latches 9 Connecting the Power Cable 10 Numeric Keypad 13 Touch Pad 13 Battery Auto Calibration 15 Power Option Properties 16 Battery Latches 17 S3Tray Plus 20 Installing an Express Card 22 Express Card Size Restrictions 23 Welcome to the Add Bluetooth Device Wizard 24 Add Bluetooth Device Wizard 24 Bluetooth Devices Window 25 New Connection Wizard 25 Connection Name 26 Connection W
List of Tables 3-1 3-2 5-1 7-1 System Indicator Lights for Status and Power 11 Keyboard Function Keys for System Control 12 Navigation Keys for Entering Information in BIOS 29 Frequently asked questions about the Wyse X90 and Wyse X90e 37
Users Guide Wyse® Mobile Thin Computer Issue: 110207 Written and published by: Wyse Technology Inc.
