GIGABYTE S1082 Windows 8 Tablet User Manual

GIGABYTE S1082 Windows 8 Tablet

Product Information

Specifications

• Model: GIGABYTE Slate PC
• Power: AC adapter
• Operating System: Windows 8
• Display: Panoramic View with Power Status Indicator
• Ports: D-sub (VGA) Port, HDMI Port, USB Port, Ethernet Port, Microphone Jack, Headphone Jack, SIM Card Slot, SD Card Reader
• Software: GIGABYTE Smart Manager, GIGABYTE Driver Update Utility, GIGABYTE BIOS Setup Utility

Product Usage Instructions

Setting Up the GIGABYTE Slate PC

1. Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.
2. Connect the AC adapter to the DC-in jack of the Slate PC.
3. Connect the power cord to the power outlet.
4. While the Battery Indicator lights on, press the Power Button to turn on the Slate PC.

GIGABYTE Slate PC Tour
Panoramic View
Top View

• Speakers: Located at the top of the Slate PC.

Left View

• Power Button: Press and release to turn on the operating system.
• Rotation Lock Button: Lock or unlock the screen rotation.
• Volume Control Key: Press + or – to control the volume.
• SD Card Reader: Insert an SD card for additional storage.
• Left Button of Mouse: Left-click function of the mouse.
• Right Button of Mouse: Right-click function of the mouse.
• USB Port: Connect USB devices.
• Headphone Jack: Connect headphones or speakers.
• Microphone Jack: Connect an external microphone.
• Ethernet Port: Connect to a wired network.

Right View

• DC-in Jack: Connect the power adapter.
• D-sub (VGA) Port: Connect an external display.
• HDMI Port: Connect an HDMI-compatible device.
• SIM Card Slot: Insert a SIM card for mobile data connectivity (if available).
• USB Port: Connect USB devices.

Base View

• Docking and extended battery connection ports: Connect the Slate PC to a docking station or extended battery (if available).

GIGABYTE Software Application
GIGABYTE Smart Manager
GIGABYTE Smart Manager allows you to manage various settings and functions of the Slate PC.

GIGABYTE Driver Update Utility
GIGABYTE Driver Update Utility helps you search for and download the latest drivers for your devices. It can be accessed by double-clicking on the shortcut icon on the desktop.

Activate GIGABYTE BIOS Setup Utility
To access the GIGABYTE BIOS Setup Utility:

1. Press and release the Power Button to turn on the operating system.
2. Press + to enter into GIGABYTE BIOS Setup Utility.
3. It is recommended to use a USB keyboard for setting up BIOS functions under BIOS setup Utility.

Recovery Guide
System Recovery (Restore your laptop operating system)
If something goes wrong with the laptop operating system, you can use the hidden partition containing a full backup image of the operating system to restore the system to the factory default settings.

FAQ

• Q: Where can I find more detailed information about the GIGABYTE Slate PC?
  A: You can visit our website at http://www.gigabyte.com for more detailed information.

• Q: How do I control the mouse direction on the GIGABYTE Slate PC?
  A: Press the Directing Hot Key to simulate the left key of the mouse and control the mouse’s direction. You can also use left-click + Right-click of the mouse + Directing Hot Key to perform the function of Ctrl+Alt+Del.\

• Q: How can I check the battery capacity status when the computer is off?
  A: Press the – volume button when the computer is off, and the display will indicate the battery capacity status.

Congratulations on your purchase of the GIGABYTE Slate PC!
This manual will help you to get started with setting up your Slate PC. The final product configuration depends on the model at the point of your purchase. GIGABYTE reserves the right to amend without prior notice. For more detailed information, please visit our website at http://www.gigabyte.com.

Using GIGABYTE Slate PC for the First Time

1. Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.
2. Connect the AC adapter to the DC-in jack of the Slate PC.
3. Connect the power cord to the power outlet.
4. While the Battery Indicator lights on, press the Power Button to turn on the Slate PC.

GIGABYTE Slate PC Tour

Panoramic View

1. Directing Hot Key 1
2. Mic-in
3. Light sensor
4. Webcam
5. Webcam Indicator
6. Power Status Indicator
7. The left Button of the Mouse
8. The right Button of the Mouse
9. Windows Button 2
10. To control the mouse’s direction; press the directing hot key to simulate the left key of the mouse.
11. Back to Windows 8 Style UI mode.

Tip : “Left click + Right click of mouse + Directing Hot Key” operates as the function of “Ctrl+Alt+Del”.

Top View

1. Speakers

Left View

1. Power Button
2. Rotation Lock Button
3. Volume Control Key 3
4. SD Card Reader
5. The left Button of the Mouse
6. The right Button of the Mouse
7. USB Port
8. Headphone Jack
9. Microphone Jack
10. Ethernet Port

3 Press “+” or “-” to control volume.

• Press and release the Power button to turn on the operation system. Press “+” to enter into the GIGABYTE BIOS Setup Utility. USB Keyboard is recommended to use for setting up BIOS functions under GIGABYTE BIOS Setup Utility.
• Press and release the Power button to turn on the operation system. Press “-” to enter into GIGABYTE System Recovery. Use the Directing Hot Key to operate GIGABYTE Smart Recovery.

Tip : Press the “-” volume button when the computer is off and the display will indicate the battery capacity status.

Right View

1. DC-in Jack
2. D-sub (VGA) Port
3. HDMI Port
4. SIM Card Slot
5. USB Port

Base View

1. Docking and extended battery connection ports

GIGABYTE Software Application

GIGABYTE Smart Manager
You can activate GIGABYTE Smart Manager by double-clicking on the shortcut icon on the desktop if the machine you purchased has the operation system built-in. GIGABYTE Smart Manager is an icon-based control interface, enabling users to intuitionally access common system setup as well as GIGABYTE exclusive utilities. Please note that the GIGABYTE Smart Manager interface, icons, utilities, and software versions may vary based on the purchased models. Please operate GIGABYTE Smart Manager according to the default built- in version.

GIGABYTE Driver Update Utility
You can search device driver and update it online by double-clicking on the shortcut icon on the desktop if the machine you purchased has the operating system built-in. GIGABYTE Driver Update Utility can search the latest drivers and be downloaded automatically. Users can tell from the driver version on the machine and online that decided to update drivers.

Activate GIGABYTE BIOS Setup Utility
Press and release the Power Button to turn on the operation system. Press “+” to enter into the GIGABYTE BIOS Setup Utility. It is recommended to use a USB keyboard for setting up BIOS functions under BIOS setup Utility.

Recovery Guide

System Recovery (Restore your laptop operating system)
When something is going wrong with the laptop operating system, the storage of the laptop has a hidden partition containing a full back up image of the operating system that can be used to restore the system to factory default settings.

Note

• If the storage has been switched or the partition deleted, the recovery option will no longer be available and a recovery service will be needed.
• The recovery function is only available on devices with O/S preinstalled. Devices with DOS do not have the recovery function.

Launch System Recovery
The system recovery feature is preinstalled before the laptop is shipped from the factory. The option menu allows you to launch the Windows recovery tool to reinstall the operating system to factory default.
The brief introduction below will show you how to start the recovery tool and restore your system.

All ready to go
Make sure your PC is plugged in. This will take a few minutes.

Windows 7 Recovery Guide

1. Turn off and restart the laptop.
2. Press and release the Power button to turn on the operation system. Press “-” to enter into GIGABYTE System Recovery. Use the Directing Hot Key to operate GIGABYTE Smart Recovery.
3. The recovery will be activated and you will see the option buttons on the window. Click on “Recovery” to start it.

Caution Once the “Recovery” is selected, your data and files will be deleted after the laptop starts restoring, and the operating system will be reset to factory default settings.

4. A progress indicator bar will show on the window when the recovery process is running. Please make sure the AC adapter is plugged in and do not turn off the laptop.
5. Reboot the laptop after the system recovery is complete.

Windows 8 Recovery Guide

1. Turn off and restart the laptop.

2. Press and release the Power button to turn on the operation system. Press “-” to enter into GIGABYTE System Recovery. Use the Directing Hot Key to operate GIGABYTE Smart Recovery.

3. Choose your keyboard layout.
   You can press “See more keyboard layouts” to see the next page of languages.

4. Choose “Troubleshoot” to enter the recovery settings.
   (Also you can choose “Continue” to exit the recovery system and continue to Windows 8 for files or data backup.)
   There are two options for system recovery

   • Refresh your PC
     You can refresh your laptop to improve the system’s stability without losing your files.

   • Reset your PC
     If you want to remove all of your files, you can reset your PC completely. Caution: All personal data and files will be lost.

5. Choose “Refresh your PC”
   [Click on “Next”] > [Choose a target operating system.] > [Click on “Windows 8”.] > [Click on “Refresh” to execute the recovery function.] Here are what will happen

   • Your files and personalization settings won’t be changed. ˙ Your PC settings will be restored to factory default settings. ˙ Apps from the Windows Store will be kept.

   • Apps you installed from discs or websites will be removed. ˙ A list of removed apps will be saved on your desktop.

   • Choose “Reset your PC”
     [Click on “Next”] > [Choose a target operating system.] > [Click on “Windows 8”.] > [Choose an option to recover your system]

   • Just remove my files
     Only personal data and files will be removed, but computer settings will be kept.

   • Fully clean the drive
     The drive will be completely restored to factory default settings. It takes more time. > [Click on “Reset” to execute the recovery function.]

   • Here is what will happen

   • All of your files and apps will be removed.

   • Your PC settings will be restored to factory default settings.

Remark

• Advanced options

• System Restore
  Use a restore point recorded on your PC to restore Windows.

• System Image Recovery
  Recover Windows using a specific system image file.

• Automatic Repair
  Fix problems that keep Windows from loading.

• Command Prompt
  Use the Command Prompt for advanced troubleshooting.

• UEFI Firmware Settings
  Change settings in your PC’s UEFI firmware.

Appendix

Warranty & Service :
For warranty and service and related information please refer to the warranty card or GIGABYTE service website as the below link: http://www.gigabyte.com/support-downloads/technical-support.aspx

FAQ :
FAQ (Frequent Asked Questions) please refer to the below link: http://www.gigabyte.com/support-downloads/faq.aspx

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