Fujitsu siemens AMILO Li EasyGuide
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EasyGuide
AMILO Li Series
Are there ...
... any technical problems or other questions you wish to discuss?
Please conta ct:
• our Hotline/Help Desk (see Help Desk list or visit: "
• Your authorised distributor
• Your sales office
Additional information is contained in the Help Desk list and the "Warranty" manual.
You ca n find the "Warranty" manual on your notebook u nder Start symbol – Manual,
on the "Drivers & Utilities" CD /DVD or on our website.
Latest information on our products, tips, updates etc. can be found on our
website: "
www.fujitsu-siemens.com"
www.fujitsu-siemens.com/helpdesk")
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Published by
Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH
Edition1, September 2007
Order no.: 10600900868
Order no.: 440 N00543
AMILO Li Series
EasyGuide
Innovative technology... 1
Ports and controls
Important notes 4
Using your notebook for the first time
Working with the notebook 11
Security fun
Connecting external devices
Removing and installing components
during ser
Settings in BIOS Setup Utility
Troubleshooting and tips
Techni
Manufacturer’s information
Index
ctions
vicing
cal data
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Contents
Contents
Innovativetechnology... ................................................................ 1
Areyoumissinginformation? ............................................................ 1
Notational conventions .................................................................. 2
Portsand controls ..................................................................... 3
Importantnotes ........................................................................ 4
Safetyinformation ....................................................................... 4
Energysaving .......................................................................... 4
Energy saving under Windows ....................................................... 4
Informationsources ..................................................................... 5
Travellingwith your notebook ............................................................ 6
Before you travel ................................................................... 6
Transporting the Notebook . . . ....................................................... 6
Cleaning the Notebook .................................................................. 7
Using your noteboo
Unpacking an d che
Selecting the loc
Connecting the po
Switching the no
Working withthenotebook ............................................................. 11
Switching on the Notebook . . . ........................................................... 11
Switching off the Notebook . . . ........................................................... 12
Status indicators ........................................................................ 13
Keyboard ............................................................................... 14
Virtual numeric keypad .............................................................. 17
Key combination .................................................................... 17
Country and keyboard settings ....................................................... 19
Touchpad andtouchpad buttons .......................................................... 19
Using touchpadbuttons .............................................................. 20
LCDscreen ............................................................................ 21
Information ontheLCD screen ....................................................... 21
Screen settings ..................................................................... 22
Battery ................................................................................. 22
Charging, caringforandmaintaining the battery ....................................... 23
Removing and installing thebattery ................................................... 24
Using the power-management features ................................................... 25
Hard disk ............................................................................... 26
CD/DVD ............................................................................... 26
CD/DVD data storage media (device dependent) . . .................................... 26
Handling CD/DVDs .................................................................. 27
CD/DVD drives (device-dependent) ................................................... 28
Inserting or removing aCD/DVD ...................................................... 28
Removing the CD/DVD by hand (emergency removal) . . . . . ............................. 29
Regional codes for DVD films andDVDplayers ........................................ 29
Adjusting theAutoPlay function of your CD/DVD drive .................................. 30
Loudspeaker . .......................................................................... 31
Switching the loudspeaker on/off ..................................................... 31
Adjusting thevolume ................................................................ 31
Radio com ponenets (Wireless LAN) . . . ................................................... 32
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Switching wireless LAN module on and off . . . ......................................... 32
Ethernet and LAN ....................................................................... 33
Security functions ..................................................................... 34
Brief overviewofsecurity functions ....................................................... 34
Using KensingtonLock .................................................................. 34
Configuring passwordprotection in BIOSSetupUtility ...................................... 35
Protecting BIOS Setup Utility (supervisor and user password) . .......................... 35
Password protection of operating system .............................................. 36
Connecting externaldevices ........................................................... 37
Ports ................................................................................... 38
Connecting an external monitor . . ........................................................ 39
Setting the refresh rate foryour external monitor ....................................... 39
Connecting USB devices ................................................................ 40
Connecting exte rnal audio devices . . . . . . ................................................. 40
Microphone port / Line In ............................................................ 40
Headphones port / Line out . . ........................................................ 41
Connecting an external device to S-Video Out ............................................. 42
Activating theTV receiver ............................................................ 43
Removing and inst a lling comp onents du ring servicing . . . .............................. 44
Notes on installing and removing boards and components .................................. 44
Removing andinstalling the battery ....................................................... 44
Removing andinstalling the hard disk .................................................... 45
Removing the hard disk .............................................................. 45
Installing theharddisk ............................................................... 45
Adding memory ......................................................................... 46
Installing and removing the memory expansion modules . . .............................. 46
Removing cover ..................................................................... 47
Removing memory modules . . ........................................................ 47
Installing amemorymodule .......................................................... 48
Attaching the cover .................................................................. 48
Settings in BIOS Setup Utility . ......................................................... 49
Starting the BIOS Setup Utility ........................................................... 49
Operating BIOS SetupUtility ............................................................. 49
Exiting BIOS Setup Utility ................................................................ 50
Exit Saving Changes – Save settings and exit BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . ................... 50
Exit Discarding Changes – Reject changes and exit BIOS Setup Utility . . . ............... 50
Load Setup Default–Copydefault values ............................................. 50
Discard Changes – Discard changes without exiting BIOS Setup Utility . . . ............... 50
Troubleshooting and tips .............................................................. 51
Restoring installed software .............................................................. 51
Restoring the operating system, drivers, manuals and special software . . . ............... 52
The notebook’sdateortimeisincorrect ................................................... 52
The notebook’sLCDscreen remains blank ................................................ 52
The LCD screen is difficult to read ........................................................ 52
The external monitorremains blank ...................................................... 53
The external monitorisblankortheimageisunstable ..................................... 53
The notebook stops working ............................................................. 54
The printer does not print ................................................................ 54
The radio connection to a network doe s not work . ......................................... 54
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Technical data ......................................................................... 55
Notebook . . ............................................................................. 56
Battery ................................................................................. 56
Mains adap tor 65W or 90W . . . ........................................................... 56
Manufacturer’s information ............................................................ 57
Disposal and recycling .................................................................. 57
Declarations ofConformity ............................................................... 57
Copyright-protected technology .......................................................... 57
CEmarking ............................................................................ 58
Index .................................................................................. 59
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Innovative techno logy...
Innovative technology...
and ergonomic design make your AMILO a reliable, convenient no tebook.
Your notebook is available in several different versions. Most of the sections in this manual
apply to all models – any differences are indicated separately. Some of the illustrations
and feature s in this manual may differ from your model and are for guidance only. The
"optional" components described in this manual are only available on some versions of the
device and must be selected directly when purchasing. At the time of publication of this
manual, it is not yet possible to state whether the "device-specific" components and functions
described in this manual are available for your version of the device.
If you have purchased a notebook with a Microsoft Windows operating system, this is pre-installed and
optimally configured for you. The notebook is ready to use immediately the first time you switch it on.
Your notebook feature s the very latest technology so that you get the best performance from
your computing experience. Depending on which model you own, you have access to:
• Up to 2 or 4 GB of main memory (RAM). Please contact our Technical Support
for information on approved memory modules.
• a CD/DVD burner drive to play DVD mo vies and record your own CDs/DVDs
• several USB ports which provide easy expansion with webcam s, game pads, printers and more
• Integrated LAN or wireless LAN for Internet access
• Integrated audio c ontroller and speakers
• You can even connect a microphone and external loudspeakers to
obtain an even better output level.
With the user-friendly "BIOS-Setup-Utility" you can control your notebook’s hardware and protect
your system better against unauthorised access by using the p owerful password properties.
This operating manual tells you how to put your AMILO into operation, and
how to operate it in daily use.
Are you missing informat
An overview with further information about your notebook can be found in
Information sources", Pag e 5.
"
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Innovative technology...
Notational conventions
Pay particular attention to text marked with this symbol. Failure to observe
this warning w ill endanger your life, will damage the device or lead to loss
of data. The warranty will be invalidated if you cause defects in the device
through failure to take notice of this warning
indicates important informat
ion that is required to use the device properly.
►
This style
This style
This style
"This style"
Abc
This style
indicates an activity that must be performed in the order shown
indicates a result
flags data entered using the keyboard in a program dialog or comm and
line, e.g. your password (Name123) or a command to launch a program
(start.exe)
refers to information displayed by a program on the screen, e.g.:
Installation is completed
is for
• terms and texts in a softwar
• names of programs or files, e.g. Windows or setup.exe.
is for
• cross-references to anot her section, e.g. "Safety information"
• cross-references to an external source, e.g. a web address: For more
information, go to "
• indicates name s of CDs and DVDs as well as names and titles of other
materials, e.g.: "CD/DVD Drivers & Utilities" or "Safety" manual
refers to a key on the keyboard, e.g.:
flags concepts and text that are e mphasised or highlighted, e.g.: Do n ot
switch off device
www.fujitsu-siemens.com"
e user interface, e.g.: Click Save.
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Ports and controls
Ports and controls
PortsandcontrolsLCDscreenMonitorportBuilt-inspeakersSpeakerportWirelessLANKensingtonLockLANportUSBportBatteryBatteryreleaselatchHarddiskTouchpadbuttonsTo uchpa dNotebookON/OFFswitchCD/DVDdriveHeadphoneportMicrophoneportLinei nLineoutDCinputjack(DCIN)StatusindicatorsS-Videooutsocket
This chapter presents the individual hardwa re components of your notebook. It gives an
overview of the displays and connections on the notebook. Please familiarise you rself with
these components before you start to work with your notebook.
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1 = Built-in speakers
2 = Notebook ON/OFF switch
3 = Touchpad
4 = Headphone socket / Line Out
5 = Microphone socket / Line In
6 = Touchpad buttons
7 = Status indicators
8=USBports
9 = DC input jack (DC IN)
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12
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11
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10 = CD /DVD drive
11 = K ensington Lock
12 = S -Video out socket
13 = M onitor port
14 = LAN port
15 = Service compartment (hard disk)
16 = B attery release latch
17 = Battery
18 = S ervice compartment (memory)
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Important notes
Important notes
ImportantnotesNotes
Here you will find essential safety information regarding your notebook. The other
notes provide helpful information on your notebook.
Safety information
SafetyinformationNotes
This notebook complies with the relevant safety regulations for data processing
equipment. If you have questions about using your notebook in a particular area,
please contact your sales outlet or our Hotline/Help Desk.
Please note the safety informati
and in the safety notes below.
Observe the sections in the manua
When connecting and disconnecti
notes in this operating manual.
Read the information on the ambi
the chapter "
your notebook for use and switc
When cleaning the device, plea
"
Cleaning the Notebook", Page
If you have a notebook with a wir
safety precautions for device
Please refer to the notes in the c
components during servicing
Using your notebo
on provided in the "Safety" m anual
l marked with the symbol on the left.
ng cables, observe the relevant
ent conditions in "
ok for the first tim e", P age 8 before preparing
hing it on for the fi rs t time.
se observe the relevant notes in
7.
eless component, you must also ob serve the additional
s with wireless components in the "Safety" manu al.
hapter "
", Page 44.
Removing and installing
Technical data", Page 55 and
Energy saving
NotesEnergyEnergysaving
Switch the notebook off w hen it is not in use. Switch off external, connected devices if you
are not using them. If you use the energy saving functions, the notebook uses less energy.
You will then be able to work for longer before having to recharge the battery.
Energy efficiency is increased and the environmental impact is reduced.
You save money while protecting the environment.
Energy saving under Windows
► Make use of the power management features (see ""Using the power-management features",
Page 25").
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Information sources
Informationsou rces
This manual contains more detailed instructions and technical information for your notebook.
Manuals available only as PDF files can be printed out if you connect a printer to your notebook.
Information source Type of information Where?
Quick Start Guide (printed) Poster with information about
getting started
"Safety" manual (printed
Safety information Accessories kit and/or on your
and/or PDF file)
"Recovery Proce ss" manual
(printed and/or PDF file)
Information on restoring
the operating s ystem,
drivers, manuals and special
software
"EasyGuide" manual (PDF
file)
Detailed instructions for
startup, operation and
technical information
"Warranty" manual (PDF
file)
Information files (e.g. *.T
*.DOC, *.CHM, *.HLP)
Information files (e.g. *.TXT,
*.DOC, *.CHM, *.HLP)
Information files (e.g. *.TXT,
General guarantee
conditions
XT,
Information on utilities a
programs
Information about the
operating system
Information on Wireless LAN In the Wireless LAN router software /
*.DOC, *.CHM, *.HLP)or
Windows Vista Help [F1].
Accessories kit
notebook
Accessories kit, on your
notebook or on our website at
www.fujitsu-siemens.com/support/"
"
The manuals are located on you
notebook under Startsymbo
or in some cases, updated v
can be found on our website
"
www.fujitsu-siemens.c
nd
In the software for these applications
application from your Internet provider
or Windows Vista Help [F1].
l – Manual
ersions
at:
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Important notes
Travelling with your notebook
MobileoperationNotesTransportationNotebook
Please observe the points listed below when travelling with your notebook.
Before you travel
► Back up important data store d on your hard disk.
NotebookTravel,notebook
► Switch off the radio component for data security reasons. With data traffic via a wireless
connection, it is also possible for unauthorised third parties to receive data.
Information on activating data encryption is provided in the documentation
for your radio component.
► If you wish to use your notebook during a flight, first check with the flight
attendants if it is OK to do so.
When travelling in other countries
► If you are travelling abroad, check that the m ains adapter can be operated with the
local mains voltage. If this is not the case, obtain the appropriate mains adapter for
your notebook. Do not use any other voltage converter!
► Check whether the local power supply and the specifications of the power cable are
compatible. If this is not the case, buy a power cable that matches the local conditions. Do
not use a connection adapter for electrical devices to connect the notebook.
► Enquire with the corresponding government office of the country you will be
travelling in as to whether you may operate the radio c ompon ent integrated in
your notebook there (see also "
► If you are planning to use a modem, please be aware that it may not necessarily be compatible
with the local telephone system. This may result in poor performance, or the modem may not work
at all. You may require a country-specific telephone adapter (available as an optional accessory).
CE marking", Page 58).
Transporting the Notebook
Protect the notebook from severe shocks and extreme temperatures
(e.g. direct sunlight in a car).
► Remove all disks (e.g. CD, DV
TransportationNot ebook
► Switch the notebook off.
► Unplug the mains adapter and all
► Disconnect the mains adapter cable and t he data cables for all external devices.
► Close the LCD screen so that it loc
► To protect against damaging jolts and bumps, use a notebook carrying
case to transport your notebook.
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external devices from the power socket.
ks into place.
Cleaning the Notebook
Do not clean any interior parts yourself; leave this job to a service technician.
Only use cleaning products designed for computers. Normal household
cleaners and polishes can damage the markings on the keyboard and the
device, the paintwork or the notebook itself.
Ensure that no liquid enters the notebook.
The Crystal View display is very sensitive to scratching! Only clean the
display surface with a very soft, slightly damp cloth.
► Switch the note book off.
CleaningNotesNotebookKeyboardTouchpadLCDscreenCrystalViewdisplay
► Unplug the mains plug of the mains adapter from the mains socket.
► Remove the battery (see "
Wipe the casing with a dry cloth. If particularly dirty, use a cloth which has been
moistened in mild domestic detergent and then carefully wrung out.
To clean the keyboard and the touchpad, you can use disinfectant wipes.
Removing the ba
ttery", Page 24).
Important notes
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Using your notebook for the first time
Using your notebook for the firs
Please r ead the ch apter entitled "Important notes", Page 4.
GettingstartedNotebookGettingstartedNotebook
Before you can use your notebook for the first time you need to charge the battery and install the
supplied software. The Windows operating system and drivers required are already pre-installed.
Upon delivery, the battery can be found in the battery compartment or in the accessories kit. The
battery must be charged if you want to operate your notebook with the battery.
When not plugged into a mains outlet, the notebook runs on its built-in battery. You can
increase the battery’s life by enabling the system’s energy saving functions.
When you use your notebook in your home or office, we recommend you use
the mains adapter instead of the battery.
Please read the chapter entitled "
how to connect devices such as a mouse and a printer to the notebook.
Unpacking and checking y
Should you discover any damage incurred during transportation, notify
your local sales outlet immediately!
► Unpack all the individual parts.
PackagingTransport
► Check your notebook for damage incurred during transportation.
We recommend that you keep the original packaging material.
You may need the packa ging in the future if you need to transport your device.
Connecting external devices", Page 37 for instructions on
our notebook
ttime
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Selecting the location
Location,selectingtheNotebookPowerada pter
Select a suitable location for the notebook before s etting it up. Consider
the following points when selecting a location:
• Never place the notebook on a soft surface (e.g. carpeting, upholstered furniture,
bed). This can block the air vents and cause damage due to overheating.
• Do not place the notebook directly on your legs for extended periods. The
underside of the notebook heats up during normal operation. Extended contact
with the skin can become unpleasant or even result in burns.
• Place the notebook on a stable, flat, non-slip surface. Please note that
the rubber feet may mark certain types of surfaces.
• Keep other objects 100 mm away from the notebook and its mains
adapter to ensure adequate ventilation.
• Never cover the ventilation slots on the notebook or the mains adapter.
• Do not expose the notebook to extreme environmental conditions. Protect
the notebook against dust, humidity and heat.
Connecting the power adapter
PreparingforoperationPoweradapter
Two different mains adapters are
the mains adapter supplied w ith y
Please refe r to the instructions
The power cable supplied confor
you pu rchased your notebook. Ma
for use in the country in which y
The mains adapter’s power cable
if the notebook is connected to
Make sure that the rated current
of the power system to which you c
"Technical data", "
Mains ada
available for this computer. Use only
our computer.
in "
Safety information", Page 4.
ms to the requirements of the country in which
ke sure that the power cable is approved
ou intend to use it.
must only be connected to a mains socket
the mains adapter.
of the mains adapter is not higher than that
onnect the mains adapter (see section
ptor 65W or 90W", Page 56).
Using your notebook for the first time
► Connect the mains adapter cable (1) to the
DC jack (DC IN) on the notebook.
► Plug the power cable (2) into the
mains adapter.
1
► Plug the pow er cable (3) into a mains outlet.
3
2
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Using your notebook for the first time
Switching the notebook on for the first time
Switchingonforthefirsttime
When you switch your notebook on for the first time, the supplied software is
installed and configured. Due to the fact that this installation procedure must not
be interrupted, you should set aside enough time for it to be fully completed and
connect the notebook to the mains outlet using the mains adapter.
During installation, the notebook must only be rebooted when you are requested to do so!
Your operating system is prewhen you use your notebook for
► Switch the notebook on (see "
► During installation, follow the on-screen instructions.
Consult the operating system m
If a Windows operating syste
additional information o n t
updates, manuals, etc. on y
or on our website (see "
installed on the hard disk to facilitate the procedure
the first time.
witching on the Notebook", Page 11).
S
anual if anything is unclear about th e requested input data.
m is installed on your notebook, you w ill find
he system as well as the drivers, help programs,
our notebook or on the "Drivers & Utilities" CD/DVD
rmation sources", Page 5).
Info
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Working with the notebook
Working with the notebook
Notebook,operationNotebook
This chapter describes the basics for operating your notebook. Please refer to
Connecting external devices", Page 37 for instructions on how to connect external
"
devices such as a mouse and a printer to the notebook.
Refer to the information in chapter "Important notes", Page 4.
SwitchingontheNotebook
► Slide the release button in the direction
2
1
1
of the arrow (1) and unfold the LCD
screen upward (2).
Notebook:
► Press the ON/OFF switch (1) to switch
the notebook on.
The power-on indicator is lit.
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Switching off the Notebook
1
► Shut down the operating system properly
(in Windows via the Start menu by clicking
Start – Shut Down – Shut Down – OK).
Notebook:
► If the notebook is not switched off
automatically, press the O N/O F F switch (1)
for approx. five seconds.
► Close the LCD screen (1)
feel it click and engag
until you
e.
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