Q: How do I change my homepage in Internet Explorer?
A: Follow these steps:
1. Unlock the Centurion Drive by turning the key position to the
“Unlocked” location.
2. Must turn the computer on or reboot with Centurion in unlocked position.
3. Log into the execprofile. The red key should appear in the system tray that indicates the Centurion drive is unlocked. If not, make sure the key is in the unlocked position and restart the computer.
4. Once logged in click Start/All Programs/Administrative Tools/Policy Editor.
5. Select File and then select C:\Policy\ntconfig.pol
6. Double click the user account you would like to make the change to.
7. Double click Internet Explorer
8. Double click Internet Settings
9. The Definition of Home Page box should be selected. Once selected click on the words Definition of Home Page.
10. A message appears Enter the URL for the home page
11. Delete the URL appearing in the data field and enter in the URL you wish to be your new home page. The new URL must start with http://
12. Click OK
13. Repeat steps 6-12 for all the user accounts you wish to change the home page.
14. Click File on the menu bar and select Save to save your new changes.
15. Close System Policy Editor
16. Shut the computer completely off
17. Turn the Centurion Drive Lock back to the “Locked” position
18. Turn the computer back on for use
Q: How do I make permanent changes to the computer settings or profiles?
A: To make changes, deletions, and additions to the computer settings you must go through the following steps before making the changes.
1. Unlock the Centurion Drive by turning the key position to the “unlocked” location.
2. Must turn the computer on or reboot with Centurion in unlocked position.
3. Log into the execprofile. The red key should appear in the system tray that indicates the Centurion drive is unlocked. If not, make sure the key is in the unlocked position and restart the computer.
4. Click Start/Control Panel/Add or Remove Programs
5. Scroll down and click on Public Access Computer Profile Restrictions
6. Click Remove
7. Click Yes when it asks if you are sure you want to remove the profile restrictions.
8. Once the Profile Restrictions are removed close the Add or Remove Programs window and the Control Panel window.
9. Make the changes you want in each profile
10. Log on the exec account.
11. Double click Public Profile Manager icon
12. Select Continue to install security and hit Continue
13. Click Install
14. Once installed click OK and shut the computer completely off
15. Turn the Centurion Drive Lock back to the “Locked” position
16. Turn the computer back on for use
Q: How do I create shortcuts in one or more of the public user accounts?
A: Follow these steps:
1. Unlock the Centurion Drive by turning the key position to the “unlocked” location.
2. Must turn the computer on or reboot with Centurion in unlocked position.
3. Log into the execprofile. The red key should appear in the system tray that indicates the Centurion drive is unlocked. If not, make sure the key is in the unlocked position and restart the computer.
4. Click Start/Control Panel/Add or Remove Programs
5. Scroll down and click on Public Access Computer Profile Restrictions
6. Click Remove
7. Click Yes when it asks if you are sure you want to remove the profile restrictions.
8. Once the Profile Restrictions are removed close the Add or Remove Programs window and the Control Panel window.
9. Log off the exec profile and log into the user account profile in which you want to add a shortcut.
10. Right click My Computer and select Explore.
11. Locate the program or file you want to create a shortcut for. Files with the executable extension (.exe) are the ones you would want to use to create shortcuts.
12. Right click on the file and select Create Shortcut.
13. Click Yes to have the shortcut placed on the desktop.
14. To rename the shortcut right click on the shortcut Icon and select Rename.
15. Type a short description of what you want to call the shortcut and hit enter.
16. Do steps 9-15 in each user account you want to add shortcuts to.
17. Log on the exec account.
18. Double click Public Profile Manager icon
19. Select Continue to install security, hit Continue, Click Install
20. Once installed click OK and shut the computer completely off
21. Turn the Centurion Drive Lock back to the “Locked” position
22. Turn the computer back on for use
Q: How can I change the passwords to the user accounts?
A: We highly recommend changing or creating the Administrator password before you offer the computer to public use. Follow these steps to change passwords:
1. Unlock the Centurion Drive by turning the key position to the “unlocked” location.
2. Must turn the computer on or reboot with Centurion in unlocked position.
3. Log into the execprofile. The red key should appear in the system tray that indicates the Centurion drive is unlocked. If not, make sure the key is in the unlocked position and restart the computer.
4. Click Start
5. Right click My Computer and select Manage
6. Click Local Users and Groups
7. In the right side field double click on the Users folder.
8. In the right side field click once on the user account you want to change.
9. From the menu bar, select Action and then select Set Password.
10. Click Proceed when the warning screen appears.
11. Insert the new password you would like to use. If you do not want any password for the account you selected, then leave the password field blank.
12. Type in the password again in the Confirm password box.
13. Click OK and a box will appear stating the password has been set, press OK.
14. Close the Computer Management window and shut the computer completely off.
15. Turn the Centurion Drive Lock back to the “Locked” position
16. Turn the computer back on for use
Q: How can I add software to my public profiles?
A: Follow these steps:
1. Unlock the Centurion Drive by turning the key position to the “unlocked” location.
2. Must turn the computer on or reboot with Centurion in unlocked position.
3. Log into the execprofile. The red key should appear in the system tray that indicates the Centurion drive is unlocked. If not, make sure the key is in the unlocked position and restart the computer.
4. Click Start/Control Panel/Add or Remove Programs
5. Scroll down and click on Public Access Computer Profile Restrictions
6. Click Remove
7. Click Yes when it asks if you are sure you want to remove the profile restrictions.
8. Once the Profile Restrictions are removed close the Add or Remove Programs window and the Control Panel window.
9. Now you may install your software under the Exec profile as required.
a. If the CD’s are required to run the software title you must copy them to a directory on the hard drive and install them from that location. Make a directory called SOFTWARE on the root of C: and create a directory inside of C:\SOFTWARE for the title and copy the entire CD or CD’s to that location.
b. If the CD’s are NOT required to run the title you may install them in the normal manner.
10. Once the software is installed you can allow the profiles to use this software by either creating a desktop shortcut for each profile or including it on the programs list on the Start button.
11. To create desktop shortcuts begin by right clicking the My Computer icon and then click explore.
12. Click the + signs by the profiles and you will see the account profiles.
13. Under each profile you will see Desktop.
14. Paste a shortcut in each of the profiles under desktop to give each account a desktop shortcut.
15. To place the program on the programs list, again right click My Computer and then click explore.
16. Under the profiles you will click on Start Menu, then Programs and you can then copy the shortcut to the program here.
17. Double click Public Profile Manager icon
18. Select Continue to install security, hit Continue, Click Install
19. Once installed click OK and shut the computer completely off
20. Turn the Centurion Drive Lock back to the “Locked” position
21. Turn the computer back on for use
Q: Who can I contact with questions about my order or the public access model?
A: You can contact us via email or phone at:
Email: pacsales@AmerikitSolutions.com
Phone: 1-800-717-6108
Q: How do I send Amerikit my image?
A: You can deliver your image in many different ways to us. The preferred method is to send us a hard drive that is loaded exactly as you want. We will then image this drive and send it back to you. You can also send us Ghost image files via DVD or CD. Finally, you can upload Ghost files to our FTP site if needed.
Q:
Can Amerikit help me develop a standard image?
A: Yes. Amerikit can work with you to determine your needs and provide you with a complete image that we build from the ground up for your hardware if necessary. We can also work with you to help you through any problems you may be having with your image development.
Q:
What if my image needs a change or an update?
A: Amerikit can make those changes at our factory. We can discuss changes with you and send you a sample of the new image to test on your site if needed. Often we make driver changes and updates without the cumbersome process of you having to build a new image from scratch.
Q: Can I have more than one image?
A: Yes. Amerikit will catalog any amount of images that your deployment requires.
Q: What if I need to apply inventory management tags and require a report?
A: Amerikit can apply standard asset tags and give you a report with serial numbers matched to the asset tags. We can use your tags or procure them for you. Other information can be included in the report as well.
Q: I need custom hardware that the OEM does not offer. Can Amerikit install it for me?
A: Yes. Amerikit often installs optional hardware including video cards, wireless cards and any other component that your configuration needs to meet your specifications.
Q: Can Amerikit ship to multiple locations?
A: Absolutely. Our Project Managers work with your staff to develop a deployment plan that meets your needs. This may include any number of locations that need to be deployed.
Q: What if I need to schedule my deliveries according to my deployment plan?
A: Yes. Our Project Managers work with your staff to develop a deployment plan that meets your needs including your schedule requirements. We will time your shipments to meet installers on the day you need it done.
Q: Can Amerikit install the systems at my location?
A: Yes we can. Amerikit also has a nationwide network of technicians that can meet your systems in the field and install them at your location to your specifications.
Q: Will Amerikit remove the old PC’s?
A: Yes. Amerikit can remove all of your old equipment that is being replaced. We dispose of them in a manner that is consistent with your organization’s needs and can protect your data by wiping the hard drives according to Department of Defense standards.
Q: Can Amerikit perform work in my area?
A: Yes, we normally can deploy technicians anywhere in the US. Amerikit has a nationwide network of technicians with all levels of qualifications that can perform the work you need right on site to meet your needs. Our in house Project Managers will oversee your project to ensure a great customer experience.
Q: Can Amerikit fix my computers?
A: Yes, Amerikit’s network of technicians specializes in doing repair work for our OEM partners throughout the US.
Q:
Can Amerikit install systems at my location?
A: Yes we can. Amerikit also has a nationwide network of technicians that can meet your systems in the field and install them at your location to your specifications.
Q: I need custom hardware installed at my location. Can Amerikit install it for me?
A: Yes. Amerikit often installs optional hardware including video cards, wireless cards and any other component that your configuration needs to meet your specifications.
Q: Can Amerikit install a Server for my organization?
A: Yes, Amerikit uses technicians that have many levels of qualification. We will use an experienced technician to install your server as well as our in house Project Management staff to ensure your satisfaction.
Q: Can Amerikit remove our old PC’s and equipment?
A: Yes. Amerikit can remove all of your obsolete equipment that is being replaced. We dispose of them in a manner that is consistent with your organization’s needs and can protect your data by wiping the hard drives according to Department of Defense standards.