AML MT7570 Vehicle Mount Computer - Manual (Page 63)

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USER’S GUIDE MT7570 Vehicle Mount Terminal
Configuring the MT7570 for your work-site
!!!IMPORTANT!!!
Your MT7570 comes with a file based write filter which is on by default. The file based write filter sits
between the Windows Operating System and the Compact Flash card where all the information is actu-
ally being stored.
What does this mean to you?
1. The only directories you can really write files to while the file based write filter is active are:
• C:\UserData\
• The default user desktop at “C:\Documents and Settings \MT7570\Desktop\”
2. Files in all other directories are actually virtual copies of the file in memory. The file will revert or be
lost on the next reboot.
3. You can turn this filter on and off to install the programs that you need, but it needs to be turned on
during regular use. Failure to keep the file based write filter turned on will seriously shorten the lifespan
of the Compact Flash card where your files and operating system reside.
4. You can add more file or directory exclusions than the ones listed above if you need to (such as a
applications program directory to save settings).
!!!MICROSOFT LICENSE ALERT!!!
The MT7570 was designed, targeted, and licensed for use as a vehicle mount terminal, not as a general
purpose User Desktop. Please do not install any “Office” applications in a way that they are generally
accessible by the user.
!!!QUICK START ESSENTIAL!!!
To quickly turn the file based write filter on and off to install applications written for your company:
Open the System Settings shortcut your desktop (or type “C:\System Settings” in the Start-> Run box)
1. Double click on “Reboot and Unprotect Compact Flash” to reboot and bring up the MT7570 with the
write filter disabled.
2. Install your applications. Installations requiring a DVD-ROM or CD-ROM drive will need to access the
disk over the network on another PCs DVD or CD-ROM or via a USB DVD or CD-ROM.
3. When you have finished making all of your changes, Double click on “Reboot and Protect Compact
Flash” to reboot and bring up the MT7570 with the write filter disabled.
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