Honeywell VX8 Laptop User Manual


 
Chapter 3: Software
Introduction
Like any personal computer, there are many aspects to the setup and configuration of the Thor VX8. Much of the setup and
configuration of the Thor VX8 is dependent upon the optional features (both hardware and software) installed on the computer.
Since the Thor VX8 uses the Microsoft Windows Plug and Play operating system, much of the hardware setup is automatic.
The examples found in this section are to be used as samples only; the configuration of your specific computer may vary. The
following sections provide a general reference for the configuration of the Thor VX8 and its optional features.
Please refer to commercially available Microsoft Windows user guides or to Windows on-line Help application for more
information on Windows’ options for system configuration.
Operating System
The Thor VX8 is available with the following operating systems:
l Windows
®
7 Professional
l Windows
®
XP Professional
l Windows
®
Embedded Standard
l 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
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