1	Making the transition to Mobile Computing @ RU Academic Computing June 2004
2	Schedule for the Day
3	Class Goals and Objectives Introductions Why are you here and what do you hope to learn?
4	Class Goals and Objectives Begin thinking about being a mobile computer user. Introduce you to the physical components of the Gateway m275. Discuss quick needs. (Sound, Video, …) Discuss computer configurations and network connectivity. Introduction to tablet functions.
5	Using a computer How do you currently use your computer? Tasks you perform with a computer Applications you use What email server do you use? How do you store your files? How do you anticipate this to change when you begin using a laptop?
6	Notes Page
7	Outlook - Exchange Cached Mode Outlook Advantages Calendar, Tasks, Contacts All email kept on server. (If your hard drive crashes you don’t lose anything.) Cached Mode Allows you to access all email when not on the network, caches all of your email, calendar, contacts, … to your local machine Can compose email when not on the network and then it will be sent when you reconnect
8	Offline access to Files Synchronizes your files. Allows you to keep your files on the network, but makes a “copy” of them on your local hard drive.
9	Mobile Computing @ RU Wireless Initiative underway To be completed by August What will be wireless? Academic Buildings Residence Halls What wireless standards? 802.11b and 802.11g RU is encouraging students to purchase mobile computers instead of desktops.
10	Current List of Wireless Buildings Allen BTP Cook Davis Heth Lucas Martin McConnell McGuffey Bolling Draper Floyd Jefferson Madison Muse Perry Pocahontas Ingles
11	Wireless Networking
12	What is a Tablet PC? A fully functional notebook computer that runs Windows XP Tablet PC Edition Runs all Windows XP Applications In addition to standard notebook functionality, the tablet provides: Digital Ink capabilities allowing for pen-based markup of documents and handwritten notes Handwriting recognition Voice Recognition We are just beginning to understand the possibilities
13	What is in the bag? Tablet Computer Port Replicator Spare pen (Clips and points) Additional pens will be available in the bookstore this fall. $18-$35 each Spare Battery USB Key Cleaning Cloth Phone Cable
14	Let’s Take a Look Physical Components Where does the pen go? Ports Left Side – Power Switch, sound, firewire, memory stick, PCMCIA Back – Power Adapter, USB, Ethernet, Dock, VGA Right – Kenningston Lock, Modem Rotating the Screen Locking the screen in place Must move screen slightly to “Lock” it in place. “giggle it” It isn’t broken. DVD Player – CD-RW Drive (Front Corner) Power Button
15	Memory Card Reader – Memory Sticks
16	Battery Notes There is no external Battery charger If the AC is plugged into the computer the battery will be charging. Battery light will be blue when battery is fully charged. Battery light will be violet when battery is charging.
17	Port Replicator What is it? Device that remains in your office with a full size monitor, keyboard and mouse attached. Allows you to treat your laptop as a desktop computer. Can plug in other devices to the port replicator Printers, Scanners, USB Zip drive, Speakers, … Steps to remove from Port replicator Undock -> Remove from Dock -> close lid of computer (StandBy)
18	Extended Desktop Extended Desktop allows you to connect two monitors to your computer. May wish to consider a notebook stand. Targus Notebook/LCD Monitor Ergonomic Stand $14.01 CDW-G Part 488390 Mfg Part PA238U
19	Booting up your computer Turning your computer on Type in “highlander” as the username Take a break
20	Establishing a Wireless Connection Look at network connections icons If there is a red X beside both of them we need to configure wireless. Right click View available wireless networks Check the box “Allow me to connect” Click Connect 2^nd red X should disappear
21	Registering your MAC address What is a MAC Address Each computer has a unique address identifying the network card Example Mac Address: 00-0E-35-06-98-FA Like a Serial number for the Ethernet card in your computer Gets broadcast on the network when you connect to the network Why do you need to register? Allows ITR to locate computers causing problems. Insures that only valid RU users access the RU wireless network. Process may change over the summer. Login to the portal and follow instructions https://www.portal.radford.edu
22	Getting Started Booting up and logging in Always use your RU account to log in Log into the RADFORD domain
23	Tablet Configuration Change tablet and pen settings Properties Left Handed vs Right Handed Calibrate screen
24	Powering Down Standby Reduces the power consumption of your computer by cutting power to hardware components you are not using. Maintains power to your computer’s memory so you don’t loose your work. Hibernate Hibernate saves an image of your desktop with all open files and documents, and then it powers down your computer. When you turn on power, your files and documents are open on your desktop exactly as you left them. Undock (only available when connected to the port replicator) Allows you to safely disconnect from the port replicator without powering down the computer. Shutdown When I close the lid on my laptop what happens? Your computer goes into Standby mode when you close the lid. Start->Settings->Power Options->Advanced Reference: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/pro/using/howto/security/hibernate.asp
25	What mode to use when? Environment = Network connectivity configuration. Undock When removing the computer from the Port Replicator Process for Undocking Undock -> Physically remove from Port Replicator -> Close Lid (Standby) Standby When moving around in the same environment. Going to a meeting. Hibernate Will not use the computer for a little, but will be in the same environment. WHEN SWAPPING YOUR BATTERY Shutdown If your network environment is going to change drastically you should Shutdown instead of going to standby. When getting ready to go home. When leaving home coming back to work.
26	Power Management Settings Start Settings Control Panel Power Options
27	Tablet Tutorials Provide useful instruction on using tablet features. Homework Review Tutorials
28	Common Mobile Needs Turning off the sound Fn – Home Turning off Pad Lock Fn – F9 Can cause problems at login and be difficult to understand why. Adjusting the display Click on the monitor icon on the Quick Launch bar Video properties Device Tab Adjusting Brightness and Contrast Color Tab Extended Desktop also available from Graphics Properties
29	Tablet Control Buttons Allow easy access to common functions. Have dimples so you can press them with the tablet pen.
30	Printer Setup Can I print when connected via Start -> Run \\nt-prsrv Locate the printer for your department and then click on
31	Outlook Configuration ‘Outlook 2003 Startup’ Screen Click Next ‘E-mail Accounts’ Screen Leave Yes Selected Click Next ‘Server Type’ Screen Click on the ‘Microsoft Exchange Server’ radio button Click Next ‘Exchange Server Settings’ Screen Microsoft Exchange Server: exchange.radford.edu Make sure use cached exchange mode IS CHECKED! User Name: username (your username – gwashing) Click Next ‘Congratulations!’ Screen Click Finish
32	Break Lunch Break
33	Outlook Notes Must determine if Outlook is online Bottom right of screen If set to Work Offline may not synchronize files
34	Laptop Security Physical Security Never leave your laptop unattended. Lock your laptop up when you are gone. Record the RU Asset Tag number and Serial number of your computer. Store all important files on a network drive or back them up regularly. Verify that your homeowners insurance covers the theft of a laptop while in your home. The RU logo is prominently imprinted on the lid of university-owned laptops. Report any suspicious activity especially students carrying laptops with the RU logo on them.
35	What if my laptop is stolen? Call Campus Police (540) 831-5500 immediately and file a police report. Along with details of the theft, you will need to provide the Serial Number, RU Asset #, and Computer Name of the stolen computer. Campus police will report the theft to 1) the Computer Help Desk, 2) the Fixed Asset Technician in Accounting Services (Kathy Burnett) and 3) the University Risk Management Officer (Tom Smithwick). Contact the Computer Help Desk at (540) 831-7500, Walker Hall 154 to request a loaner laptop while the investigation for your stolen computer proceeds. The department will be responsible for entering a purchase requisition for the replacement computer and paying the $1,000 deductible if the police are unable to locate the stolen computer.
36	What if my laptop is damaged? Call the computer Help Desk (540) 831-7500 and provide them with information on the nature of the accident and the extent of the damage. Bring all of the parts to the Computer Help Desk (Walker 154) Once your computer is repaired, you will be contacted to return the loaner computer to Walker and swap it for your repaired computer.
37	McAfee Security Software Locally installed on the computer Will get updates from RU or McAfee servers
38	CSA – Cisco Security Agent All users will have administrator access on their computer This is our eyes on you Be careful about what you install Kazaa and other apps install spyware and SLOW your computer down CSA is a new breed of security software to helps protect your computer without the need for virus updates Think of it as your own personal security officer
39	Updating CSA Registration Information Cisco Security Agent Flag on Task Bar Right Click on Flag Open Control Panel Update Info Click Update Update Information Enter your updated demographic information
40	CSA PAY ATTENTION READ Carefully READ THE QUESTION AGAIN before answering Sample application install and messages If getting many messages click “Yes to All” Let us know if you continually get the same popup.
41	Cisco VPN Client Start->Programs->RU Network Cisco Systems VPN Client -> VPN Client What is it? VPN – Virtual Private Network Makes your computer appear as though you are on campus When do I use it? RU On Campus Secure connection for wireless RU Off Campus Allows you to access exchange, h: drive and other resources you would normally be unable to access. You will see lock on task bar when active.
42	Network Security
43	Connecting from Home 56K Modem Cable Modem DSL Wireless
44	Connecting From Home RU Modem Pool Plug your phone line into the computer. Turn the computer on Login to the Radford domain with your username and password. Click on the Radford Modem Pool icon on the Desktop Enter your username and password Click Dial
45	Connecting From Home DSL – Cable Modem With your tablet off, connect an Ethernet cable from the back of your computer to your DSL or Cable modem Turn the computer on Login to the Radford domain with your username and password. Start the VPN Client Start -> Programs -> RU Network -> Cisco Systems VPN Client -> VPN Client Click on RU Off Campus and click connect. Enter your username and password Start Outlook
46	Managing Files & Folders Offline Files and Folders Configures your computer to synchronize files on your computer with files on a network drive when you log on or log off the computer. This allows you to keep a copy of important files on your computer when you are disconnected from the network. Determine folders on H: drive you want available when you are disconnected from the network. If you mark everything as Offline it will take time every time you log off and log on. Do not recommend that public_html is marked offline if your web site is very big. Takes a large amount of time to synchronize. IMPORTANT NOTE: When you go to Standby files are not synchronized unless you do it manually. Thus, it is important to shutdown or synchronize before you leave for the day.
47	Setting up Offline Files Using MyComputer or Windows Explorer Locate the H: drive Choose a folder to make available offline File -> Make Available Offline (Right Click on Folder – Make available offline)
48	Synchronization Options From MyComputer or Windows Explorer Tools -> Synchronize Click “Setup” Verify the following are checked When I log on When I log off Manual Synchronization Tools -> Synchronize Synchronize
49	Tablet Computing Handwriting Recognition Tablet PC Input Panel (TIP) Allows you to enter information into ANY application. Cursive is typically better recognized than print. Application must be active
50	Tablet Functions Dictionary Tool Improves the ability for the computer to recognize common words you write Start -> Programs ->Power Toys for TabletPC Dictionary Tool for Tablet PC You can import words from a text file. File -> Import
51	Journal Simplest writing notepad Can print anything to Journal File Print REMEMBER – Others MUST have a viewer to see these files Microsoft Download center http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=fad44098-8b73-4e06-96d4-d1eb70eacb44&DisplayLang=en
52	OneNote Advanced note taking capabilities New application Automatically saves your file so you do not have to worry about saving your work. Think about it like a 5 subject notebook Can record Audio File -> New Create Folders, Sections, Tabs
53	Homework Review Tablet Tutorials Configure folder synchronization Email me one thing you have learned that I didn’t cover in class Tablet Resources http://www.radford.edu/~eoakes/Tablet
54	What do you know now? Components of your tablet computer How to use the port replicator What the lights mean Power Modes and what they mean How and when to charge your battery Turning off sound, Pad Lock, Caps Lock Security Concerns and VPN Exchange cached mode and offline What the tablet input panel is and how to access it. How to write on the tablet. What Journal and OneNote are used for