Atrust mt188L Mobile Thin Client
Atrust Linux OS | Basics
User’s Manual
Version 2.05.51
Copyright © 2017-23 Atrust Computer Corp.
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Trademark Statements
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Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, RemoteFX, and MultiPoint are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.
Citrix, ICA, XenApp, XenDesktop, Virtual Apps and Desktops, VDI-in-a-Box are trademarks of Citrix Systems, Inc. and/ or one or more of its subsidiaries, and may be registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office and in other countries.
VMware, VMware View, and VMware Horizon View are trademarks or registered trademarks of the VMware, Inc. PCoIP is a registered trademark of Teradici Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
The Parallels and 2X are registered trademarks of Parallels International GmbH.
Cendio and ThinLinc are registered trademarks of Cendio AB.
Ericom and AccessPad are trademarks or registered trademarks of Ericom Software.
AnyDesk is a trademark of philandro Software GmbH.
Other product names mentioned herein are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
About This User’s Manual
This manual provides basic instructions on how to use Atrust mt188L mobile thin clients.
Document Structure and Subjects
| Chapter | Subject |
| 1 | Provides an overview of Atrust mt188L mobile thin clients. |
| 2 | Provides the basics of how to use Atrust mt188L mobile thin clients. |
Notes, Tips, and Warnings
Throughout this manual, the notes, tips, and warnings in the following formats are used to provide important information, useful advice, and prevent injuries to you, damage to your devices, or loss of data on your system.
NOTE
- A note provides important information for a specific situation.
TIP
- A tip gives a piece of useful advice to perform a task more efficiently.
WARNING
- A warning provides crucial information that must be followed to prevent injuries to you, damage to your devices, or loss of data on your system.
Overview
1.1 Introduction
Desktop virtualization provides a new perspective to reconsider the design and implementation of an IT infrastructure. In a desktop virtualization infrastructure, a station is no longer a cumbersome desktop, but simply an endpoint device for users to access delivery services from the server(s).
With the introduction of the desktop virtualization technologies, you can considerably benefit from:
- On-demand applications/desktops
- Centralized management of work environments
- Drastically reduced endpoint software/hardware issues
- Simplified system maintenance and improved system security
- More scalability with low-cost endpoint devices
1.2 Features
The key features of Atrust mt188L mobile thin clients are:
- Built-in Wireless 802.11 ac/a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, and Ethernet network interface
- Support for a wide range of desktop virtualization solutions from industry-leading companies:
- Microsoft® Remote Desktop
- Citrix® XenApp™, XenDesktop®, VDI-in-a-Box™, Virtual Apps and Desktops™
- VMware® View™ and Horizon View™
- Support for high-definition technologies
- Microsoft® RemoteFX®
- Citrix® HDX™
- VMware® View™ PCoIP®
- Support for SPICE, ThinLinc, Parallels, Ericom and AnyDesk
- Simple click-access to various applications/desktops
- Support for both local and remote management
1.3 Package Contents
Please check your package contents. Ensure that all of the items are present in your package. If any items are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer immediately.
1.4 Exterior Components
Display and Base Components
| No. | Sign | Component | Description |
| 1 | LCD display | Built-in display for visual output. | |
| 2 | Microphone | Built-in microphone for audio input. | |
| 3 | Webcam (optional) | Built-in video camera for real-time video. | |
| 4 | Keyboard | Built-in keyboard for control and input. | |
| 5 | Touchpad | Built-in pointing device for control and input. | |
| 6 | Power LED | • Glows yellow when the system is on. • Goes off when the system is off. • Glows red when the system is in Sleep mode. |
Fn Key Combinations
With the combination of Fn 
plus another specific key (with one printed blue symbol on it), you can quickly adjust hardware settings to suit your needs.
NOTE
- To use an Fn key combination, press and hold Fn, and then press another key.
| Combination | Description |
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Fn + F2 Use to switch the use of displays. |
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Fn + F3 Use to enable / disable the touchpad. |
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Fn + F4 Use to launch the defined application. NOTE: This may not be applicable. |
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Fn + F5 Use to enable / disable the ECO mode. ECO Mode: Screen Off mode |
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Fn + F6 Use to enable / disable the Webcam. |
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Fn + F7 Use to enable / disable the Turbo mode. NOTE: Not available for this model. |
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Fn + F10 Use to enable / disable the Airplane mode. Airplane Mode: disabled networks of all types |
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Fn + F12 Use to enter the System Sleep mode. Press the Power button or any key to exit. |
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Use to increase the brightness of the LCD display. |
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Use to decrease the brightness of the LCD display. |
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Use to decrease the volume of the built-in speakers. |
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Use to increase the volume of the built-in speakers. |
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Use to mute / unmute the sound. |
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Use to function as a Home key. |
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Use to function as an End key. |
| Digits and Symbols in Num Lock Mode | Description |
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Use to type in the desired digit or symbol. NOTE: You must enable the Num Lock mode first. |
| No. | Sign | Component | Description |
| 7 |  |
Sleep mode LED | Glows orange when in Sleep mode. |
| 8 |  |
Storage LED | Blinks blue when flash memory is being accessed. |
| 9 |  |
Num Lock LED | Glows blue when Num Lock is enabled. |
| 10 |  |
Caps Lock LED | Glows blue when Caps Lock is enabled. |
| 11 |  |
Bluetooth LED | Glows blue when Bluetooth is enabled. |
| 12 |  |
Wireless LED | Glows blue when Airplane mode is enabled. Airplane mode: disabled networks of all types |
| 13 |  |
Battery LED | • Glows orange when the battery is being charged. • Glows blue when the battery is fully charged. • Blinks orange when the battery power is low. |
Left and Right Side Components
| No. | Sign | Component | Description |
| 14 |  |
Kensington security slot | Connects a Kensington cable to secure the mobile thin client. |
| 15 |  |
LAN port | Connects to a network. |
| 16 |  |
USB port (USB 3.0) | Connects to a USB device. |
| 17 |  |
Headphone port | Connects to a set of headphones or a speaker system. |
| 18 |  |
Microphone port | Connects to a microphone. |
| 19 |  |
DC IN | Connects to an AC adapter. |
| 20 |  |
mini DisplayPort | Connects to a mini DisplayPort monitor, a high quality digital audiovisual device, or a USB Type-C device. NOTE: Only one interface could be used at a time. If you use more than one interface, attached devices may not work properly. |
| 21 |  |
HDMI port | |
| 22 |  |
USB Type-C | |
| 23 |  |
USB port (USB 2.0) | Connects to a USB device. |
| 24 |  |
Power button | • Press to power on your mt188L when the lid is opened. • Press to enter Sleep mode when your mt188L is on. |
Bottom Components
| No. | Sign | Component | Description |
| 25 | Speaker | Built-in speakers for audio output. | |
| 26 |  |
Battery Off hole | Used to press the button inside to enter the Battery Sleep mode. Please see “About the Battery Sleep Mode” on page 9 for details. |
1.5 Before Getting Started
About the Battery Sleep Mode
For first time use, you must connect your mt188L to a power outlet using the supplied AC adapter for the built-in battery to exit the Sleep mode.
To enter the Battery Sleep mode when needed, please do the following:
- Shut down and unplug your mt188L.
- Use the tip of an unfolded paper clip (or a similar object without a sharp tip) to gently press the button inside the Battery Off hole.
NOTE
- Please note that, to exit the Battery Sleep mode and power on your mt188L, you will need to plug it in first using the supplied AC adapter.
Opening the Lid of Your mt188L
To open the lid of your mt188L, please do the following:
NOTE
- It’s highly recommended to open the lid of your mt188L with the following steps to prolong the life of the hinge.
- Place your mt188L on a flat surface.
- As shown below, use one hand to fix your mt188W through the middle of the base, and then use the other hand to lift and open the lid through the middle of the lid.
Getting Started
2.1 Learning the Basics
The following topics will guide you through the basics of using your thin client:
Topic 1: Atrust Quick Connection
Topic 2: Setting Up a Wireless Connection
Topic 3: Configuring the Time Zone
Topic 4: Accessing Desktops or Applications
- Microsoft Remote Desktop Services (RDP sessions)
- Citrix Virtual Services (ICA sessions)
- VMware View or Horizon View Services (View sessions)
Topic 5: Using Built-in Applications
Topic 6: Viewing and Managing the Use of Power
NOTE
- Three client modes are available for your thin client:
| No. | Mode | Description |
| 1 | Appliance | The client will start up directly with the desired RDP / ICA / View / Web browser / SPICE / 2X / ThinLinc session and perform the configured action after exiting the session. Available actions include: • Re-launching a new session • Restarting the thin client • Turning off the thin client |
| 2 | Autostart | The client will start up directly with the desired RDP / ICA / View / Web browser / SPICE / 2X / ThinLinc / Ericom session and perform the configured action after exiting the session. Available actions include (n/a to Web browser): • Returning to the local desktop • Re-launching a new session • Restarting the thin client • Turning off the thin client |
| 3 | Quick Connection | The default. The client will enter Atrust Quick Connection screen after system startup. |
- In Quick Connection mode, you can access Microsoft Remote Desktop / Citrix / VMware View or Horizon View services quickly without much client configuration required. The main purpose of this chapter is to guide you through the use of your thin client under the Quick Connection mode.
Topic 1: Atrust Quick Connection
To start using your thin client, please do the following:
- Press the Power button to turn on the client. Wait a moment for the system to enter the local Linux desktop.
- Click Atrust Quick Connection
on the desktop to enter Atrust Quick Connection screen.
TIP
• If you don’t see that shortcut, click START > Settings > Atrust Client Setup > System > Quick Connection to enable Quick Connection. - (a) Go to Topic 2 to set up a wireless connection if needed.
(b) Go to Topic 3 to set the time zone for the first time use.
(c) Go to Topic 4 for service access if the time zone had been set.
| No. | Icon | Description |
| 1 | Power Off | Click to shut down, suspend, or restart the system. |
| 2 | Local Desktop | Click to return to the local Linux desktop. |
| 3 | Setup | Click to launch Atrust Client Setup. |
| 4 | Mixer | Click to configure audio settings. |
| 5 | Power | Indicates the power source (adapter, battery, or both) and status. Click to launch Power Management for details. NOTE: Power Management enables you to configure power-saving settings for your thin client. You can choose appropriate options to suit your needs. See “Topic 6: Viewing and Managing the Use of Power” on page 35 for details. NOTE: When your thin client enters System Sleep mode manually (Fn + F12 or  > Suspend) or automatically (configured in Atrust Client Setup through System > Power Management), it still requires a certain amount of power.You can use Shut down option instead to save the power to a greater degree. NOTE: When using only the battery as the power source, ensure that it has enough power to prevent data loss. |
| 6 | Network | Indicates the network type (wired or wireless) and status. Click to configure network settings. NOTE: To set up a wireless connection, please see “Topic 2: Setting Up a Wireless Connection” on page 16. |
Topic 2: Setting Up a Wireless Connection
To set up a wireless connection, please do the following:
- On Atrust Quick Connection screen, click the Network icon. Atrust Client Setup is launched.
- Click Wireless. The Wireless Network list will be shown under the Connections sub-tab.
NOTE
• Your thin client will perform network discovery once and specify all available wireless networks in the Wireless Network list under the Connections sub-tab. To refresh this Wireless Network list, click Scan
on the top of the list. - Click to check the desired wireless network. The Connect
button then appears on the top of the Wireless Network list.
- Click Connect to create a wireless network connection through the selected wireless network.
- A window appears prompting for confirmation or authentication.
NOTE
• If you ever accessed this wireless network before, the password will be automatically recorded for future access. In this case, you don’t need to provide the password again; you only need to confirm the establishment of a wireless connection.
• Consult your network administrator for required information on authentication. - Type in the required password, and then click Connect to continue. Or, click OK to confirm the establishment of a wireless connection.
- Upon completion, the Status column of the wireless network will show connected.
- Close Atrust Client Setup.
Topic 3: Configuring the Time Zone
To set the time zone for your thin client, please do the following:
- Click the Setup
icon to launch Atrust Client Setup.
- On Atrust Client Setup, click System > Time Zone.
- Click the Time Zone drop-down menu to select the desired time zone.
- Click Save to apply, and then close Atrust Client Setup.
Topic 4: Accessing Desktops or Applications
Through Atrust Quick Connection screen, you can access three types of desktop virtualization services:
Remote Desktop, Citrix, and VMware View.
| Icon | Description | Page |
| Remote Desktop | Click to access Microsoft Remote Desktop services. | 20 |
| Citrix | Click to access Citrix virtualization services. | 21 |
| VMware View | Click to access VMware View or Horizon View services. | 31 |
Accessing Microsoft Remote Desktop Services
To access Microsoft Remote Desktop services, please do the following:
- Click
on Atrust Quick Connection screen (see the screen in Topic 4). - On the appeared window, type in the computer name or IP address of the server, user name, password, and domain (if any), and then click Connect.
NOTE
• To discover available Windows MultiPoint Server systems over your network, please do the following:
1. Click
on the left of the Computer field.
2. Upon completion, a window appears with the search result.
3. Click the drop-down menu to select the desired system, and then click OK.
4. The IP address of the selected system will appear in the Computer field.
• To return to Atrust Quick Connection screen (see the screen in Topic 4), press Esc. - The remote desktop will be displayed on the screen.
Accessing Citrix Services
Connecting to the Server
To connect to the server through which Citrix services are accessible, please do the following:
- Click
on Atrust Quick Connection screen (see the screen in Topic 4). - On the appeared Atrust Citrix Connection screen, enter the appropriate IP address / URL / FQDN of the server, and then click Log On.
NOTE
- For newer versions of XenDesktop and XenApp, you may need to further specify the sub-path of the server. Refer to the following table for details:
Citrix Product Component to Connect Connection Address XenApp 6.5 or earlier Web Interface IP / URL / FQDN XenDesktop 5.6 or earlier Web Interface IP / URL / FQDN Virtual Apps and Desktops (XenApp and XenDesktop 7.5 or later) StoreFront IP / URL / FQDN plus sub-path
For example —
FQDN: X75.CTX.poc
Sub-path: /Citrix/StoreWeb (default)
Connection Address:
X75.CTX.poc/Citrix/StoreWeb - FQDN is the acronym of Fully Qualified Domain Name.
- To return to Atrust Quick Connection screen (see the screen in Topic 4), press Esc.
Logging On to Citrix Services
When connected to the server, the Citrix Logon screen appears. The appeared screen and required credentials for Citrix services may vary with the service type and version.
The following are some examples of Citrix Logon screens.
XenDesktop 5.6 Platinum:
NOTE
- To return to Atrust Quick Connection screen, press Esc.
XenApp 6.0 Fundamentals:
NOTE
- To return to Atrust Quick Connection screen, press Esc.
- If your XenApp server doesn’t belong to any domain, type the computer name of the server in the Domain field.
XenApp 6.5 Platinum:
NOTE
- To return to Atrust Quick Connection screen, press Esc.
- If your XenApp server doesn’t belong to any domain, type the computer name of the server in the Domain field.
VDI-in-a-Box:
NOTE
- To return to Atrust Quick Connection screen, press Esc.
XenApp and XenDesktop 7.5 Platinum:
NOTE
- To return to Atrust Quick Connection screen, press Esc.
Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 1903.1:
NOTE
- To return to the Quick Connection screen, press Esc.
Accessing Virtual Desktops and Applications
You will enter the Desktop Selection or Application Selection screen after logon. On the screen you can click to select the desired desktop or application(s).
NOTE
- You might enter the virtual desktop directly if only one type of virtual desktop is assigned to the provided credentials.
TIP
- Use Alt + Tab to select and restore a hidden or minimized application or desktop.
The following are some examples of Selection screens and delivered desktops and applications.
XenDesktop 5.6 Platinum:
- The Desktop Selection screen appears after logon.
- Click to select the desired desktop.
- The selected virtual desktop will be displayed on the screen.
XenApp 6.5 Platinum:
- The Application Selection screen appears after logon.
- Click to select the desired application(s).
- The selected application(s) will be displayed on the screen.
Virtual Application Examples
PowerPoint Viewer, Adobe Reader, and Notepad
NOTE
- Clicking on Application Selection screen will bring the screen to the front and leave all launched application windows hidden behind. Use Alt + Tab to select and restore a hidden or minimized application window.
- Exiting a virtual desktop or application will return to the Desktop Selection or Application Selection screen. On the screen, you can:
- Click to launch another virtual desktop if any or to launch other applications.
- Click Log Off on the top of the screen to return to the Citrix Logon screen.
- Press Esc to return to Atrust Quick Connection screen directly.
XenApp and XenDesktop 7.5 Platinum:
- The Application Selection / Desktop Selection screen appears after logon.
- Click to select the desired application(s) or desktop.
- The selected application(s) or desktop will be displayed on the screen.
NOTE
- Clicking on Application Selection screen will bring the screen to the front and leave all launched application windows hidden behind. Use Alt + Tab to select and restore a hidden or minimized application window.
- Exiting a virtual desktop or application will return to the Desktop Selection or Application Selection screen. On the screen, you can:
- Click to launch another virtual desktop if any or to launch other applications.
- Click Log Off on the top of the screen to return to the Citrix Logon screen.
- Press Esc to return to Atrust Quick Connection screen directly.
Accessing VMware View or Horizon View Services
To access VMware View or Horizon View services, please do the following:
- Click
on Atrust Quick Connection screen (see the screen in Topic 4). - On the opened window, double-click Add Server icon or click New Server in the top-left corner. A window appears prompting for the name or IP address of the VMware View Connection Server.
- Enter the required information, and then click Connect.
NOTE
• To return to Atrust Quick Connection screen (see the screen in Topic 4), close the opened window. - A Welcome window might appear, click OK to continue.
- A window appears prompting for the credentials. Enter your user name, password, and then click Login.
- The Desktop and Application list appears with available desktops and/or applications for the provided credentials. Double click to select the desired desktop or application.
- The virtual desktop or application will be displayed on the screen.
Topic 5: Using Built-in Applications
To use built-in applications (Web browser, PDF viewer, LibreOffice, etc), please do the following:
NOTE
• The access shortcuts for built-in applications may be hidden by default. You need to enable the display of those shortcuts on the desktop and START menu first.
- Enable the display of application shortcuts on the local desktop and START menu.
1) On the local desktop, click START > Settings > Atrust Client Setup to launch Atrust Client Setup.
2) On Atrust Client Setup, click User Interface > Desktop.
3) Click to check LibreOffice and PDF Viewer, and then click Save to apply.
4) Close Atrust Client Setup. - The shortcuts appear on the local desktop and START menu.
- Click shortcuts on the desktop or START menu to launch applications.
Topic 6: Viewing and Managing the Use of Power
To view and manage the use of power for your thin client, please do the following:
- On Atrust Quick Connection screen or on the local Linux desktop, click the Power
icon (this icon may vary with the power status) in the bottom-right corner to launch Power Management. Here you can view the use and settings of power.
NOTE
• The setting for Power button action is ONLY available for mt188L. - If needed, click Adjust to launch Atrust Client Setup to configure the settings of power.
- Choose the desired power-saving mode for your AC power and battery, or choose Custom to customize individual settings, and then click Save to apply.
NOTE
- When your thin client enters System Sleep mode manually (Fn + F12 or > Suspend) or automatically (configured in Atrust Client Setup through System > Power Management), it still requires a certain amount of power. You can use Shut down option instead to save the power to a greater degree.
WARNING
- When using only the battery as the power source, ensure that it has enough power to prevent data loss.
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