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Chapter 1 - Introduction

Chapter 1Introduction

Your HAMMERHEAD RT tablet computer gives you the power of a desktop computer, yet it also provides the portability and durability needed to gather and work with information in the field. The HAMMERHEAD RT is designed for use on foot, in a vehicle, or in an office. It is ideal for highly mobile applications in the most demanding environments.

This chapter describes the basic features of your HAMMERHEAD RT computer system.

Before you begin

Your HAMMERHEAD RT tablet computer includes the following items. When the computer is unpacked, confirm that all items are present. Contact your HAMMERHEAD RT sales representative if any item is missing or damaged.

• HAMMERHEAD RT Computer

• Pen stylus

• HAMMERHEAD RT Quick Start Guide

• HAMMERHEAD RT User’s Guide (PDF file on computer desktop)

• HAMMERHEAD RT800 Computers come with rubber bumpers and carry handle; HAMMERHEAD RT933 computers come with shock absorbing molded carry case

Most but not all systems will also include these optional items:

• AC adapter with power cord

• Port replicator or docking station

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Chapter 1 - Introduction

Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition is installed on HAMMERHEAD RT pen tablet computers at the factory and registered to you. If you have a touch unit, Microsoft Windows XP Pro is installed, along with Calligrapher handwriting recognizer, PenOffice control program and My- T-Pen onscreen keyboard program. WalkAbout Computers often pre- installs application software for its customers. In most cases user access to operating systems or other software is restricted.

Save the HAMMERHEAD RT packaging; it might be needed for possible return shipments. The serial number will be on the box and on the bar code label located on the back of the product. Keep the serial number handy; it will be required should the unit need repairs.

Standard features

Your HAMMERHEAD RT includes the following features at a minimum:

•Fully sealed magnesium housing with lifetime warranty

•800 MHz or 933 MHz Mobile Intel® Pentium® III processor-M

•256 MB main memory

•512 KB L2 cache

•4 MB dedicated video memory

•10.4” 800 x 600 or 1024 x 768 TFT active matrix color display

•Integrated 10/100 Ethernet via RJ-45 connector

•USB port

•Removable shock-mounted 20 GB or larger hard disk drive (optional flash drives)

•Type III CardBus/PCMCIA expansion slot (two Type II devices)

•Long-lasting Li-Ion battery (dual battery option, hot swappable)

•Built-in light sensor for automatic backlight control

•Phoenix BIOS

•Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition (Windows 98, 2000, XP Pro optional)

•Pen stylus for use with electromagnetic proximity sensing digitizer (touch-screen option includes pointer stylus)

•Chemically strengthened glass

•One year warranty on all parts and labor

•Direct line technical support by WalkAbout Computers technical support staff

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