Chapter 1: Introduction

Overview

The Thor VX8 Vehicle-Mount Computer (VMT) is a rugged, vehicle-mounted, PC (Personal Computer) equipped with a Microsoft® Windows® operating system. The Thor VX8 is capable of wireless data communications from a fork-lift truck or any properly configured vehicle. The unit uses a PCMCIA radio (spread spectrum 2.4GHz) for wireless data communications.

The Thor VX8 is a tablet-style computer and features a color display. The touch-screen display supports graphic features and Microsoft Windows icons that the Windows operating system supports. An illuminated keyboard is available to facilitate use in dimly lit areas.

The Thor VX8 provides the power and functionality of a desktop computer in a vehicle-mounted unit, with a wide range of options.

For details on available RAM Mount™ options see the Thor VX8 Vehicle Mounting Reference Guide.

The Thor VX8 is available with the following operating systems:

•Windows® 7 Professional

•Windows® XP Professional

•Windows® Embedded Standard

•Windows® XP Embedded

The Thor VX8 can support only one operating system at a time. Information in this guide includes instruction for all operating systems. Differences are highlighted as follows:

Windows® 7 Professional

Windows® Embedded Standard

Windows® XP Embedded

Windows® XP Professional

Microsoft Windows License Agreement (First Boot)

If your Thor VX8 is shipped with a Microsoft Windows operating system pre-installed, it may be necessary to complete the Windows licensing/registration screens when starting the Thor VX8 for the first time. To complete this information, you may need the Microsoft Windows software/product key that was included with the Thor VX8.

Please refer to Microsoft Windows License Agreement (First Boot) for instruction.

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