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Administrator's Guide: Windows CE 5.0 - HPCompaq Thin Client t5530Build 5.0.3.588 or higher

Image updatesHP provides periodic updates to the image for thin clients. Check the HP support site for importantdocumentation that provides specific i

2The DesktopThe t5530 thin client with Microsoft Windows CE uses an explorer shell (desktop) that resembles thetypical Windows desktop to make it look

DisplayTo change the display settings, right-click on the desktop and select Properties. You can change thefollowing:●background image●appearance●reso

Start MenuTo open the Start menu, click the Start button on the taskbar. The Start menu provides access tosoftware and settings, allows you to run com

3 HP Thin ConnectHP Thin Connect allows you to:●Manage user accounts.●Add, edit, and delete connections.◦Terminal emulation◦Microsoft Remote Desktop C

The HP Thin Connect window includes the following features:●Connection display area: Lists all connections assigned to the user currently logged on to

Creating user accountsYou can set up terminal operator user accounts in the Security window, which you can access eitherfrom the Thin Connect Advanced

3. Select the Users tab, and then click Add to create a new user account.Creating user accounts 9

4. On the General tab, type a name for the new user account in the Name box. Valid characters forthe Name box include: A - Z, a - z, 0 - 9. (.)&^%

a. In the Based on list, select the account to use as a template.b. Click OK to save your settings and return to the Add New User window.c. To add ano

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a. Select the items in the permissions list that you want to allow the user to access. If the useris an Administrator, select User is Administrator to

Adding connectionsTo add a connection in HP Thin Connect:1. In HP Thin Connect, click Add.2. In the Choose type dialog box, select the type of connect

NOTE: Renaming a connection effectively deletes it from all user accounts.Deleting connectionsTo delete a connection in HP Thin Connect:▲Select the co

●User: This list includes all users accounts associated with the system. To configure connectionsfor a user, select the user from the list.●Security:

the setting. NOTE: You must configure HP Thin Connect to auto start for this setting to functionproperly. To configure Thin Connect to automatically s

To designate a connection as primary or secondary:1. In the HP Thin Connect window, click Advanced.2. On the Assign Connections tab, select the approp

6. In the Persistent column, if the entry for the selected connection is No, click on No to change it toYes.7. To arrange the order of connections, se

NOTE: Before setting a terminal to run in Kiosk mode, you must define a user and create a connection.For more information, refer to “Creating user acc

8. Click Apply to save your changes, or click OK to save your changes and exit the Advanced window.9. Log off the user for all changes to take effect.

on the dialog box to log in. If someone other than the auto logon user wants to log onto the terminal,press Esc or Alt+F4.6. From the Account list, se

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4 Control PanelThis chapter provides an overview of the programs in the Control Panel and provides step-by-stepinstructions to perform certain tasks.

AccessibilityThe Accessibility dialog box allows you to configure the terminal with 508 Accessibility features.Accessibility options are available for

Boot SettingsThe Boot Settings dialog box allows you to configure the thin client boot order.Boot Device Order: Select to enable the device to which t

CertificatesThe Certificates dialog box allows you to import, store, and view security certificates. Certificates andcertificate authorities ensure th

Date/TimeThe Date/Time Properties dialog box allows you to set the date and current time, select the appropriatetime zone, and enable automatic clock

To change port values:1. Double-click on the name of the option to change. A dialog box displays with a list of all valid options.2. Select the approp

DisplayThe Display Properties dialog box allows you to configure the background image, appearance scheme,screen resolution, color quality, refresh fre

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Global ICA Client SettingsThe Global ICA Client Settings dialog box allows you to configure ICA default client settings.Keyboard ShortcutsThe Keyboard

PreferencesThe Preferences tab allows you to set color preferences during an ICA session.The Preferences tab contains the following:●Serial Number: Ty

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Server LocationThe Server Location tab allows you to view/add Citrix servers on the network that have ICA connectionsconfigured.The Server Location ta

In the SSL/TLS Relay section, type the relay address and port for the Socket Security Layer (SSL) orTransport Layer Security (TLS) protocol.If the fir

What do you need to have?●An HP thin client CE unit that contains the latest HP provided image.●An HP-approved USB drive key.1. Once you launch the Th

Thin State DeployTo perform a ThinState deployment:1. Set the boot order in the F10 System Bios to USB boot (if necessary).2. Attach the USB flash dri

●Advanced: Allows you to configure multiple internet options, including options for accessibility,browsing, multimedia, and security.●Popups: Allows y

e. Click OK.f. Click OK to exit the JETCET dialog box.NOTE: For more information, refer to the JETCET user guide at http://www.westtek.com/support/poc

To set the terminal up as a print server:1. Select Enable Printer.2. Type the Printer Name and Network Port.3. Select the appropriate printer port fro

Refer to the device instructions that shipped with the modem, or located on the manufacturer Web site,for listings of modem “AT” commands available fo

●VPN (L2TP)●Ethernet (PPPoE)Dial-up connectionYou can use a dial-up modem with the thin client to access a dial-up server. This method provides twoway

Port LockThe Port Lock dialog box allows you to enable or disable COM 1 ports, LPT ports, and USB mass storagedevices.To enable a port, select the app

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RDP/ICA PrintersThe RDP/ICA Printers dialog box allows you to add local RDP/ICA printer configurations and modifyexisting RDP/ICA printer configuratio

3. In the next wizard panel, select the printer manufacturer and model. If the desired printer is notlisted, select User Defined, and then click Next.

Modifying an existing printer configurationTo modify an existing printer configuration in the Printers dialog box:1. Double-click the desired printer

SecurityThe Security dialog box allows you to control various terminal functions related to security and terminaloperator accounts.Enabling securitySy

Creating a user accountTo create a new security account for a terminal operator, select the Users tab on the Security dialogbox. This tab lists all th

To add and assign rights to an accepted community:1. Click the Security tab.2. Click Add in the Accepted Community Names section. The Community Config

To add SNMP packets:1. Click the Security tab.2. Select Accept SNMP Packets from these hosts.3. Click Add in the SNMP packets section. The SNMP Config

To configure SNMP:1. On the Agent tab, type the physical location of the terminal in the Location box.2. Type the name of the contact person responsib

5. If you want to add or change SNMP security settings, click the Security tab.6. To enable an authentication failure trap, select Enable Authenticati

SNTP ClientThe SNTP dialog box allows administrators to synchronize the clocks on all thin clients. Administratorscan set thin clients to automaticall

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SystemThe System Properties dialog box allows you to view manufacturer and product information, networksettings, and copyright information. You can al

device name is “HP” followed by the MAC address. If the device is reset to factory defaults, thedevice name reverts to the factory default name.This t

For more information about exporting registry settings, see Chapter 6, Registry Import/Exporton page 72.System UpdateThe System Update dialog box allo

For information about automatically updating your client, see the related white paper at:http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c0044

6. Select Check for updates at startup to cause the unit to check the entered FTP site for softwareupdates.7. Click Connect to connect to the server y

View or Remove ProgramsThe View or Remove Programs dialog box allows you to view or remove software programs currentlyinstalled on the terminal.To rem

Settings for VNC ServerConfigure VNC Server on your thin client by selecting the following:Check Box ExplanationPrompt local user to accept incomingco

5 Programs and Add-onsThis chapter provides detailed information about programs and add-on programs for the CE 5.0 image.You can download add-ons from

ProgramsThinPrintThe following steps illustrate how to set up ThinPrint over TCP/IP. ThinPrint can also be used for ICA/RDP sessions, provided a TCP/I

3. Click the Assignment tab to set up the printer. The default printer name and port appear asLPT1:LPT1.4. Click Add local port to enter a new printer

Editing a connection ... 67Creating a desktop shortcut to a con

5. Select the printer you just created.6. Click OK to close the ThinPrint screen.7. Re-open ThinPrint.8. Select the printer you created from the Curre

12. Log in to the server.Programs 63

13. Open a any Word document and click File > Print.14. Select the printer from the list. The display format is printer name#computer name. (Forexa

NOTE: The printer name must match the printer name set up on the server.4. If configuring an LPD Printer:a. Select LPD Printer.b. Type the Printer nam

8. Open ThinPrint and select the printer you just added from the drop-down list.9. Log in to ICA or RDP.10. Open any Word document. and then select Pr

Deleting a connectionTo delete an established connection:1. Right-click on the connection and select Delete Connection.orSelect the connection and pre

●Local-printer redirection so server applications can print locally to the client device.●Local audio playback so server applications can direct audio

5. In the Connect To box select the port to which to connect.6. Click Connect to establish the connection. The Connect button is not available until t

Messenger 5.0The Windows Messenger 5.0 add-on adds the following functionality:●Support for categorizing contacts into groups and for dragging and dro

4. Configure the wireless network key and IEEE information, as required.5.Click OK. The icon in the taskbar indicates an active wireless connection.A

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6 Registry Import/ExportATTENTION: When deploying an image and settings from a “source” or “master” thin client to a “target”thin client, please make

Exporting and importing a registryTo export a registry:1. Open the Deployment Server Console.2. Select CE_RegExport from the Job window and drag and d

IndexSymbols/Numerics508 Accessibility features 23AAccessibility 23accountsdefault 8user 8add-ons 59, 69addingconnections 7, 13permissions 11printer

GWES 68HhiddenStart menu 3taskbar 3High Contrast display 23HP Connections for CitrixSoftware 66HP SAM 2HP Thin Connectauto starting 18HP Thin State Ca

ThinPrintNetwork Printer 64TCP/IP 60time 26tone dialing 27touch screen 69traps 46Trusted Authorities 25TxtPad 69Uupdating your system 54USB wireless 7

1 IntroductionHP Compaq thin clients with Microsoft Windows CE are easy to deploy, manage, and secure, andinclude powerful features for mainstream bus