Getac X600, User Manual

Page 1: ...Rugged Mobile Computing Solutions X600 X600 Pro USER MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...bolt is a trademark of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies NOTE The information in this manual is subject to change without notice For the latest version of the manual please visit the Getac website at www getac com ...

Page 3: ...7 Top open Components 9 Bottom Components 12 Chapter 2 Operating Your Computer 14 Using the Keyboard 15 Typewriter Keys 15 Cursor Control Keys 15 Numeric Keypad 16 Function Keys 16 Fn Key 16 Hot Keys 17 Windows Keys 18 Using the Touchpad 19 Configuring the Touchpad 20 Using Network and Wireless Connections 21 Using the LAN 21 Using the WLAN 21 Using the Bluetooth Feature 22 Using the WWAN Feature ...

Page 4: ...2 Appendix B Regulatory Information 34 Safety Notices 35 About the Battery 35 About the AC Adapter 37 Heat Related Concerns 38 North America 39 USA 39 Canada 42 User Notification of Take back Service 43 Europe Marking and Compliance Notices 44 Statements of Compliance 44 Restriction of Hazardous Substances RoHS Directive 46 ENERGY STAR 47 About Battery and External Enclosure Replacement 48 Battery...

Page 5: ... briefly introducing the external components of the computer NOTE The information in this document applies to both X600 and X600 Pro models though most illustrations show the X600 model as the example The difference between the X600 Pro model and X600 model is that the former has an expansion unit at the bottom providing extra functions ...

Page 6: ...t AC power to the computer for the very first time When the AC adapter is connected it also charges the battery pack For information on using battery power see Chapter 3 You must use AC power when starting up the computer for the very first time 1 Plug the DC cord of the AC adapter to the power connector of the computer 2 Plug the female end of the AC power cord to the AC adapter and the male end ...

Page 7: ...n you can stop the system by turning off the power or leaving it in Sleep or Hibernation mode To Do this Power off Shutdown Select Start Power Shut down Sleep Use one of these methods Press the power button Close the top cover Press Fn F12 Select Start Power Sleep Hibernate By default this option is not shown in the Start menu If you want to use the feature set up accordingly in Windows settings S...

Page 8: ...ot using a connector make sure to close the cover completely for water and dust proof integrity Engage the locking mechanism if existing Front Components Ref Component Description Top cover latch Locks the top cover Stereo speaker Sends out sound and voice from the computer Handle Provides a convenient way to carry the computer NOTE When carrying the computer around always use the handle or the ca...

Page 9: ... TV set DisplayPort connector Connects a DisplayPort monitor or TV set USB 3 2 Gen 2 port Connects a USB device SIM card slot optional Accepts a SIM card for models having the WWAN module NOTE The slot still exists but cannot be used for models without the WWAN module RJ45 connector LAN1 and LAN2 Connects the LAN cable Power connector Connects the AC adapter Kensington lock Locks the computer to a...

Page 10: ...ptional Smart card reader Accepts a smart card for additional security feature USB C Thunderbolt 4 port Connects to devices that support Thunderbolt or USB C connection USB 3 2 Gen 2 port Connects a USB device Storage card reader optional Accepts an SD card for removable storage media SSD canister Contains the solid state drive which is the C drive storing the operating system of your computer CAU...

Page 11: ... the computer Right Side Components For covers with an arrowhead icon push the cover toward one side to unlock and the other side to lock The arrowhead points to the side for unlocking X600 X600 Pro Ref Component Description Battery pack Supplies power to your computer when external power is not connected SSD canister optional Contains the additional solid state drive for more storage capacity CAU...

Page 12: ...bo audio connector Connects a set of headphones or external speakers with amplifier Supports a headset microphone with 4 pole TRRS 3 5mm jack Additional battery pack optional Provides additional battery power to your computer NOTE The additional battery pack alone cannot be the power source for starting up the computer PC card slot Accepts a PC card for additional functions ExpressCard slot Accept...

Page 13: ...scription Microphone Receives sound and voice for the computer Camera indicator optional Lights up when the camera is in use IR sensor optional Detects the infrared energy of objects to form an image The sensor flashes red light when in use ...

Page 14: ...r Indicators Power Lights green when computer is on Blinks green when computer is in Sleep mode Battery Lights amber when the battery is being charged Lights green when battery charging is completed Blinks green to indicate the battery s built in high temperature protection mechanism is activated CAUTION Do not remove the battery during this period Blinks red once per second when the battery s cap...

Page 15: ...at results in different power consumptions P3 button Toggles Blackout mode on or off In Blackout mode the LCD backlight keyboard button backlight and LED indicators are all turned off and the sound is muted P4 button Switches the Airplane mode on or off Airplane mode turns off all wireless radios such as WLAN Bluetooth and WWAN Power button Turns the power on or off The default off state is Sleep ...

Page 16: ...12 Bottom Components X600 X600 Pro Ref Component Description Antenna pass through optional Connects to the docking station for using external WWAN WLAN GPS antenna ...

Page 17: ...13 Ref Component Description Docking connector Connects to the office or vehicle dock purchased separately ...

Page 18: ...only the parts containing information unique to your computer CAUTION Do not expose your skin to the computer when operating it in a very hot or cold environment The computer can get uncomfortably warm when you use it in high temperatures As a safety precaution in such a circumstance do not place the computer on your lap or touch it with your bare hands for extended periods of time Prolonged body ...

Page 19: ...eys Typewriter keys are similar to the keys on a typewriter Several keys are added such as the Ctrl Alt Esc and lock keys for special purposes The Control Ctrl Alternate Alt key is normally used in combination with other keys for program specific functions The Escape Esc key is usually used for stopping a process Examples are exiting a program and canceling a command The function depends on the pr...

Page 20: ...ck is on the numeric keys are activated meaning you can use these keys to enter numerals When Num Lock is off the keys serve as cursor control keys Function Keys On the top row of the keys are the function keys F1 to F12 Function keys are multi purpose keys that perform functions defined by individual programs Fn Key The Fn key at the lower left corner of the keyboard is used with another key to p...

Page 21: ...e icons imprinted on the keytop The hot keys are described next Key Description Switches the keyboard backlight off or on with 4 level brightness Switches the RF radio frequency radio on and off When off all wireless modules such as WLAN Bluetooth and WWAN cannot be used When on individual settings of the module work Decreases the sound volume Increases the sound volume Decreases the LCD brightnes...

Page 22: ...indows logo key P Serves as the sleep button that you can define with Windows Power Options TABLE NOTE means select models only Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions Windows Logo key and Application key The Windows Logo key opens the Start menu and performs software specific functions when used in combination with other keys The Application key usually has ...

Page 23: ...f a rectangular pad work surface and a left and a right button To use the touchpad place your forefinger or thumb on the pad The rectangular pad acts like a miniature duplicate of your display As you slide your fingertip across the pad the pointer also called cursor on the screen moves accordingly When your finger reaches the edge of the pad simply relocate yourself by lifting the finger and placi...

Page 24: ...lected object to your destination When you lift your finger from the pad the selected object will drop into place TABLE NOTE If you swap the left and right buttons tapping on the touchpad as an alternative method of pressing the left button will no longer be valid Configuring the Touchpad You may want to configure the touchpad to suit your needs For example if you are a left handed user you can sw...

Page 25: ...1a b g n ac Turning On Off the WLAN Radio To turn on the WLAN radio Select the network icon in the lower right of the taskbar Then select the Wi Fi button To turn off the WLAN radio You can turn off the WLAN radio the same way you turn it on If you want to quickly turn off all wireless radio simply switch on Airplane mode You can control the Airplane mode using one of the below methods Press the P...

Page 26: ...requiring a cable connection Data can be transmitted through walls pockets and briefcases as long as two devices are within range Turning On Off the Bluetooth Radio To turn on the Bluetooth radio Go to Settings Devices Bluetooth other devices for Windows 10 or Settings Bluetooth devices for Windows 11 Slide the Bluetooth switch to the On position To turn off the Bluetooth radio You can turn off th...

Page 27: ...ill need to enter the pertinent information For detailed information on using the Bluetooth feature see Windows online Help Using the WWAN Feature Optional A WWAN Wireless Wide Area Network uses mobile telecommunication cellular network technologies to transfer data The WWAN module of your computer supports 3G and 4G LTE NOTE Your model only supports data transmission voice transmission is not sup...

Page 28: ... quickly turn off all wireless radio simply switch on Airplane mode You can control the Airplane mode using one of the below methods Press the P4 button defined as Airplane mode by default Press Fn F1 Select the network icon in the lower right of the taskbar Then select the Airplane mode button Setting up a WWAN Connection Go to Settings Network Internet Cellular For detailed information on cellul...

Page 29: ... computer operates either on external AC power or on internal battery power This chapter tells you how you can effectively manage power To maintain optimal battery performance it is important that you use the battery in the proper way ...

Page 30: ...When you disconnect the AC adapter disconnect from the electrical outlet first and then from the computer A reverse procedure may damage the AC adapter or computer When unplugging the connector always hold the plug head Never pull on the cord The AC adapter serves as a converter from AC Alternating Current to DC Direct Current power because your computer runs on DC power but an electrical outlet u...

Page 31: ...se you will get a prematurely charged battery The battery has a high temperature protection mechanism which limits the maximum charge of the battery to 80 of its total capacity in the event of high temperature conditions In such conditions the battery will be regarded as fully charged at 80 capacity The battery level may automatically lessen due to the self discharge process even when the battery ...

Page 32: ...t from the estimated time depending on how you are using the computer The operating time of a fully charged battery pack depends on how you are using the computer When your applications often access peripherals you will experience a shorter operating time By Operating System You can find the battery icon on the Windows taskbar lower right corner The icon shows the approximate battery level By Gas ...

Page 33: ... battery level Low The battery charge has reached the low battery level Critically low The battery charge has reached the critical battery level By default Windows will display a notification and put your computer into Hibernation When the battery is low the computer s Battery Indicator also blinks red to alert you to take actions Always respond to low battery by connecting the AC adapter placing ...

Page 34: ... the other one is supplying the power The appropriate temperature range for hot swapping the battery pack is between 21 C 5 8 F and 45 C 113 F 1 Skip this step if you are hot swapping the battery pack Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter After turning off the computer allow a cool down time of at least 5 minutes before removing the battery pack 2 Locate the battery pack you want to ...

Page 35: ...ggestions Do not disable Power Management Decrease the LCD brightness to the lowest comfortable level Shorten the length of time before Windows turn off the display When not using a connected device disconnect it Turn off the wireless radio if you are not using the wireless module such as WLAN Bluetooth or WWAN Turn off the computer when you are not using it ...

Page 36: ...Mic Array Speaker 2W 2 Keyboard Standard keys with numeric pad keys 12 function keys special Fn Function key and Windows keys water proof membrane with backlight Pointing device Glide touchpad with 2 buttons SSD solid state drive SATA III or PCIe option interface M 2 2280 form factor 512GB 1TB 2TB Up to three SSDs SSD 0 1 2 can be installed with SSD 0 as the C drive containing the operating system...

Page 37: ...E GPS or dedicated GPS Glonass Camera option FHD Webcam IR sensor option Security Kensington lock TPM 2 0 option Fingerprint scanner option Power AC adapter Universal AC adapter 150 W or 230 W for models with discrete GPU input 100 240 V AC output 19 V Battery pack Main two battery packs Lithium ion Cylindrical type 6 cell 6900 mAh 75 Wh On the expansion unit up to two battery packs as options Lit...

Page 38: ...nd safety notices on your computer NOTE Marking labels located on the exterior of your computer indicate the regulations that your model complies with Please check the marking labels and refer to the corresponding statements in this appendix Some notices apply to specific models only ...

Page 39: ...e charge or a reverse connection Do not connect the battery with AC plug outlet or car plugs Do not adapt the battery to unspecified applications Do not short circuit the battery Do not drop or subject the battery to impacts Do not penetrate with a nail or strike with a hammer Do not directly solder the battery Do not disassemble the battery Keep the battery away from an extremely low air pressure...

Page 40: ...teri af samme fabrikat og type Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren NORWEGIAN ADVARSEL Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner SWEDISH VARNING Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent ty...

Page 41: ... area for recycling options or proper disposal About the AC Adapter Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer Use of another type of AC adapter will result in malfunction and or danger If a ground earth pin attachment plug on the AC power cord is provided always plug the cord into a grounded earthed outlet Do not disable ground earth pin of the plug cord Do not use the adapter in a high ...

Page 42: ...evice or its AC adapter or place it under a blanket or pillow and avoid contact between your body and your device when the AC adapter is connected to a power source Take special care if you have a physical condition that affects your ability to detect heat against the body If your device is used for long periods its surface can become very warm While the temperature may not feel hot to the touch i...

Page 43: ...on 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 experi...

Page 44: ...requirement Company name Getac Inc Address 15495 Sand Canyon Rd Suite 350 Irvine CA 92618 USA Phone 1 949 681 2900 ANSI Warning Equipment approved for UL 121201 CSA C22 2 NO 213 Nonincendive Electrical Equipment for use in Class 1 Division 2 Group A B C and D Maximum ambient temperature 40 C EXPLOSION HARZARD WARNINGS External connections hubs through the connectors as mentioned USB connector Ethe...

Page 45: ...Proposition 65 as causing cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Almost all electronic products contain 1 or more of the chemicals listed under Proposition 65 This does not mean the products pose a significant risk of exposure As the consumers have the right to know about the products they purchase we are giving this warning on our packaging and user manual to keep our consumers well ...

Page 46: ...tible d en compromettre le fonctionnement The device could automatically discontinue transmission in case of absence of information to transmit or operational failure Note that this is not intended to prohibit transmission of control or signaling information or the use of repetitive codes where required by the technology L appareil peut interrompre automatiquement la transmission en cas d absence ...

Page 47: ...SA RecycleProgram getac com to obtain a prepaid shipping label at no charge to you pack up your equipment in a box of your choice and send it off For Battery Recycling The batteries used to power your portable Getac products contain hazardous materials While they pose no risk to you during normal use they should never be disposed with other wastes Getac provides a free take back service for recycl...

Page 48: ...exigences de la Directive Européenne 2014 53 EU German Dieses Produkt entspricht den Bestimmungen der Europäischen Richtlinie 2014 53 EU Greek To προϊόν αυτό πληροί τις προβλέψεις της Ευρωπαϊκής Οδηγίας 2014 53 EU Icelandic Þessi vara stenst reglugerð Evrópska Efnahags Bandalagsins númer 2014 53 EU Italian Questo prodotto è conforme alla Direttiva Europea 2014 53 EU Norwegian Dette produktet er i ...

Page 49: ...Y LV LT LU HU MT NL AT PL PT RO SI SK FI SE NO IS LI CH TR UK NI Restriction or Requirement in the UK 5150 to 5350 MHz indoor use only UK Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE This symbol means that according to local laws and regulations your product shall be disposed of separately from household waste When this product reaches its end of life take it to a collection point designated by ...

Page 50: ...n and improvement of the quality of the environment Restriction of Hazardous Substances RoHS Directive EU RoHS Getac products meet the requirements of Directive 2011 65 EU on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment For more information about RoHS go to https www getac com us environment Company name Getac Technology GmbH Address Kanzlerstra...

Page 51: ...R related information from http www energystar gov As an ENERGY STAR Partner Getac Technology Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency All Getac products with ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard and the power management feature is enabled by default Getac s ENERGY STAR qualified products are listed on the EPA website http...

Page 52: ...k is user replaceable Replacement instructions can be found in Replacing the Battery Pack in Chapter 3 The bridge battery and button cell must be replaced by Getac authorized service centers Visit the website at http us getac com support support select html for authorized service center information External Enclosure The external enclosure of the product can be removed using screwdrivers The exter...