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AMILO D Series

Operating manual

Introduction

Index

Notebook views

Important notes

Preparing the notebook for use

Working with the notebook

Security functions

Connecting external devices

Settings in BIOS Setup Utility

Troubleshooting and tips

Technical data

June 2004 edition

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Contents

Innovative technology ... .................................................................................................................1

Notational conventions ......................................................................................................................2

Notebook views ...............................................................................................................................3

Opened Notebook......................................................................................................................3

Front..........................................................................................................................................3

Back panel.................................................................................................................................4

Right side panel.........................................................................................................................4

Left side panel ...........................................................................................................................4

Under side .................................................................................................................................5

Important notes ...............................................................................................................................7

Safety notes ......................................................................................................................................7

Notes on installing and removing boards and modules ..............................................................8

Manufacturer’s notes .........................................................................................................................9

Declarations of Conformity.........................................................................................................9

Copyright-protected technology .................................................................................................9

Energy saving............................................................................................................................9

Recycling and disposal ....................................................................................................................10

CE marking..............................................................................................................................10

Battery storage ................................................................................................................................11

Transporting the notebook ...............................................................................................................11

Before you travel......................................................................................................................11

Transporting the notebook .......................................................................................................11

Cleaning the notebook.....................................................................................................................12

Preparing the notebook for use....................................................................................................13

Unpacking and checking the delivery...............................................................................................13

Selecting a location .........................................................................................................................14

Connecting the power adapter.........................................................................................................14

Working with the notebook...........................................................................................................15

Switching the notebook on and off ...................................................................................................15

Switching on the notebook.......................................................................................................15

Switching off the notebook.......................................................................................................16

Status indicators..............................................................................................................................16

Keyboard .........................................................................................................................................17

Numeric keypad.......................................................................................................................18

Key combinations ....................................................................................................................19

Easy Launch keys ...........................................................................................................................20

Touchpad and touchpad buttons......................................................................................................20

LCD screen .....................................................................................................................................21

Information on LCD monitor.....................................................................................................21

Monitor settings .......................................................................................................................22

Battery............................................................................................................................................. 23

Charging, caring for and maintaining the battery......................................................................23

Removing and installing the battery ......................................................................................... 24

Using the power-management features ...........................................................................................24

PC cards..........................................................................................................................................25

Installing a PC card..................................................................................................................25

Removing a PC card................................................................................................................25

Memory card reader ........................................................................................................................26

Using memory cards................................................................................................................26

Hard disk .........................................................................................................................................26

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Optical drive.................................................................................................................................... 27

Combo drive (CD-RW/DVD).................................................................................................... 28

DVD+RW drive........................................................................................................................ 28

DVD±RW dual drive ................................................................................................................ 28

Handling CD/DVDs.................................................................................................................. 28

Inserting or removing a CD/DVD ............................................................................................. 29

Regional codes for DVD films and DVD players...................................................................... 29

Adjusting AutoPlay function of optical drive............................................................................. 30

Audio: Setting volume ..................................................................................................................... 30

Integrated 56k modem .................................................................................................................... 30

Connecting notebook modem to telephone connection ........................................................... 31

Ethernet and LAN............................................................................................................................ 31

Wireless LAN.................................................................................................................................. 31

Establishing an infrared connection................................................................................................. 31

Security functions......................................................................................................................... 33

Overview of all security functions .................................................................................................... 33

Kensington Lock...................................................................................................................... 33

BIOS password protection....................................................................................................... 33

Brief overview of the security functions ........................................................................................... 34

Using Kensington Lock ................................................................................................................... 34

Configuring password protection in BIOS Setup Utility.................................................................... 34

Protecting BIOS Setup Utility (supervisor and user password) ................................................ 34

Activate/cancel password protection for the operating system ................................................ 36

Connecting external devices........................................................................................................ 37

Connecting an external monitor....................................................................................................... 37

Using the parallel port ..................................................................................................................... 38

Connecting USB devices................................................................................................................. 38

Connecting external audio devices.................................................................................................. 39

Connecting an external device to S-Video Out ................................................................................ 39

Activating television set........................................................................................................... 39

Connecting an external device to IEEE1394 (FireWire)................................................................... 39

Settings in BIOS Setup Utility ...................................................................................................... 41

Start BIOS Setup Utility................................................................................................................... 41

Operating BIOS Setup Utility........................................................................................................... 42

Exiting BIOS Setup Utility................................................................................................................ 42

Troubleshooting and tips ............................................................................................................. 43

Restoring operating system..................................................................................................... 43

The notebook's date or time is incorrect.................................................................................. 43

The LCD screen of the notebook remains blank...................................................................... 44

The LCD screen is difficult to read .......................................................................................... 44

The external monitor stays blank............................................................................................. 44

The external monitor is blank or the image is unstable............................................................ 45

The notebook cannot be started.............................................................................................. 45

The notebook stops working.................................................................................................... 45

The printer does not print ........................................................................................................ 46

The DVD film does not continue to play .................................................................................. 46

Acoustic warnings ................................................................................................................... 47

System configuration contains invalid data.............................................................................. 47

Technical data ............................................................................................................................... 49

Notebook................................................................................................................................. 49

Battery .................................................................................................................................... 50

Power adapter 160 W.............................................................................................................. 50

Index .............................................................................................................................................. 51

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Innovative technology ...

and ergonomic design make your AMILO D the ideal user-friendly and reliable notebook. Your operating system is preinstalled on the hard disk and optimally configured to facilitate the procedure when you use your AMILO for the first time.

A PC card slot (CardBus or PCMIA) enables the notebook to operate one type I or type II PC card. Your notebook is equipped with an internal modem. In addition, your notebook is equipped with a S Video out socket to connect to a television. You can connect external devices such as digital audio/video devices or other high-speed devices to IEEE1394 (FireWire).

For mouse control, the notebook has a touchpad.

Your notebook has connectors for external devices such as an external monitor or a printer. You can connect peripheral devices such as a scanner, loudspeakers, gamepads, keyboard, or mouse via three USB ports (2.0).

An audio controller and two internal loudspeakers provide your AMILO with an audio capability. You can also connect an external microphone and an external loudspeaker.

The system settings of the notebook can be configured via the user-friendly BIOS Setup Utility programme. Certain system settings (e.g. screen display, energy saving functions) can be modified via various key combinations while you are using the notebook.

Your AMILO has a number of security features to ensure that no unauthorised person can access your data. For example, you can activate a screen saver with password protection. The security functions in the BIOS Setup Utility also allow you to protect your data by means of passwords.

This operating manual tells you how to put your AMILO into operation, and how to operate it in daily use.

Further information about your AMILO can be found:

● in the manuals "Safety and Ergonomics" and ”Warranty"

● in your operating system documentation

● in the information files (e.g. *.TXT, *.DOC, *.WRI, *.HLP, *.PDF)

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Innovative technology ...

Notational conventions

The following symbols are used in this manual:

Indicates information which is important for your health or for preventing

► Text which follows this symbol describes activities that must be performed

This font indicates screen outputs.

This font indicates programme names, commands, or menu items.

"Quotation marks" indicate names of chapters, data carriers, and terms that are being

physical damage. Failure to follow the instructions may lead to loss of data, invalidate your warranty, destroy the notebook, or endanger your life.

Indicates important information which is required to use the system properly.

in the order shown.

emphasised.

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Notebook views

This chapter presents the individual hardware components of your notebook. You can open an overview of the displays and connections of the notebook. Please familiarise yourself with these components before you start to work with your notebook.

Opened Notebook

1 = Built-in microphone 2 = Status indicators 3 = LCD screen 4 = Easy Launch keys 5 = On/Off switch for Wireless LAN 6 = ON/OFF switch of the Notebook with power-

on indicator 7 = Touchpad 8 = Touchpad scroll bar 9 = Touchpad buttons 10 = Touchpad scroll buttons 11 = Status indicators

12 = Built-in loudspeakers

Front

13 = SPDIF Out/Headphones socket 14 = Line In

7 8

15 = Microphone jack

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Notebook views

Back panel

16 17 18 19 20 21

16 = Kensington Lock device 17 = Parallel port 18 = Monitor port

19 = Infrared interface 20 = USB port 21 = S-Video out

Right side panel

22 = Battery compartment 23 = Optical drive 24 = Insert/Eject button

Left side panel

27 = USB port 28 = USB port 29 = Modem port 30 = LAN connector

22 23 24

25 = Opening for manual ejection 26 = DC jack (DC IN)

27 28 29

31 = 3 in 1 Memory Card reader 32 = IEEE 1394 Firewire port 33 = PC card slot 34 = PC card eject button

32 33

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Notebook views

Under side

35 36

35 = Battery release latch 36 = Battery compartment

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Important notes

Here you will find essential safety information regarding your notebook. In addition, the manufacturer's notes contain helpful information about your notebook.

Safety notes

Pay attention to the information provided in the "Safety and Ergonomics" manual and in

● When connecting and disconnecting cables, observe the relevant notes in this operating

● Only use batteries designed for this notebook.

the following safety notes.

Observe the sections in the manual marked with the symbol on the left.

manual.

Do not store batteries for longer periods in the notebook. Take care not to drop the batteries or otherwise damage their casing (fire risk). If the rechargeable batteries are defective, they must not be used. Do not touch the contacts of the batteries. Never interconnect the positive and negative terminals of a battery. Used batteries must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations (special waste).

● There is a lithium battery (button cell) installed in the notebook for real-time buffering: The lithium battery may only be replaced by authorised, specially trained personnel. Incorrect handling may lead to a risk of explosion. The lithium battery may be replaced only with an identical battery or with a type recommended by the manufacturer. The lithium battery must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations concerning special waste.

● All batteries containing pollutants are marked with one of the two symbols below (crossed-out garbage can).

In addition, the marking is provided with the chemical symbol of the heavy metal decisive for the classification as a pollutant.

Cd Cadmium

Hg Mercury

Pb Lead

● During installation and before operating the device, please observe the instructions on environmental conditions in the "Technical data" chapter as well as the instructions in the "Preparing the notebook for use" chapter.

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Important notes

● When cleaning the device, please observe the relevant notes in the "Cleaning the notebook" paragraph.

● Keep this operating manual together with your device. If you pass on the device to third parties, you should include this manual.

● If you have a device with wireless LAN, you must also observe the additional safety precautions for devices with wireless LAN in the "Safety and Ergonomics" manual.

This notebook complies with the relevant safety regulations for data processing equipment. If you have questions as to whether you can set up the notebook in the intended environment, please contact your sales point or our hotline/help desk.

Notes on installing and removing boards and modules

Only qualified technicians should repair the device. Unauthorised opening or incorrect

Boards with electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD) are identifiable by the label shown.

repair may greatly endanger the user (electric shock, fire risk).

When you handle boards fitted with ESDs, you must, under all circumstances, observe the following points:

● You must statically discharge yourself before working with boards (e.g. by touching a grounded object).

● The equipment and tools you use must be free of static charges.

● Remove the power plug from the mains supply before inserting or removing boards containing

ESDs.

● Always hold boards with ESDs by their edges.

● Never touch pins or conductors on boards fitted with ESDs.

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Important notes

Manufacturer’s notes

Declarations of Conformity

The "Declarations of Conformity" concerning the AMILO D can be found at our internet address: http://www.driver-cd.com. Hereby, Fujitsu Siemens Computers, declares that the AMILO D is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U. S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorised by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorised by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Energy saving

If you will not be using your notebook, switch it off.

Make use of the device's energy saving functions (see "Working with the notebook"). The notebook uses less power when the power management features are enabled. You will then be able to work for longer before having to recharge the battery.

Energy saving under Windows

If a monitor with energy saving features is connected to your notebook, you can use the Screen Saver tab to activate the energy saving features of the monitor. Select a screen saver in the menu Start - Control Panel - Appearance and Themes - Display - Screen Saver. You may set further energy saving functions in the menu Start - Control Panel - Performance and Maintenance - Power Options.

There is no need for a screen saver for the LCD panel since the LCD screen is turned off

via the energy saving functions.

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Important notes

Recycling and disposal

Do not throw batteries or accumulators into the household waste.

Our devices are mostly produced of materials that can be turned over for proper recycling. The device may be taken back after use to be recycled, provided that it is returned in a condition that is the result of normal use. Any components not reclaimed will be disposed of in an environmentally acceptable manner. To give back a device please take advantage of your country's disposal and recycling possibilities.

Further information about country-specific disposal and recycling possibilities can be found on the following website www.fujitsu-siemens.com/recycling.

If you have any questions on disposal, please contact your local office or our Help Desk.

CE marking

This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC of the European Parliament and Commission from 9 March, 1999 governing Radio and Telecommunications Equipment and mutual recognition of conformity.

This device is approved for use in Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Finland, Greece, Great Britain, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Austria, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, Spain, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. Contact the corresponding government office of the respective country for current information on possible operating restrictions. If your country is not included in the list, then please contact the corresponding supervisory authority as to whether the use of this product is permitted in your country.

Restrictions

● France

– Limited frequency range: only the channels 10 to 13 (2457 MHz or 2472 MHz) may be

used in France. It is prohibited to use the device outdoors.

● Italy

– A ministerial permit is also required for use indoors. Please contact the seller concerning

the required procedure. It is prohibited to use the device outdoors.

● Netherlands

– A licence is required for use outdoors. Please contact the seller concerning the required

procedure.

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Important notes

Battery storage

If you do not use the batteries for long periods, remove them from the notebook. Never

Store the battery when it is half full or two-thirds full. The battery should be stored in a dry area at a temperature between 0°C and +30°C. The lower the temperature at which the batteries are stored, the lower is the rate of self-discharge.

store the batteries in the unit.

Transporting the notebook

Please observe the points listed below when transporting your notebook.

Before you travel

● Back up important data stored on your hard disk.

● If you wish to use your notebook during a flight, first check with the flight attendants if it is

permissible to do so.

● If you are travelling abroad, ensure that the power adapter can be operated with the local mains voltage. If this is not the case, obtain the appropriate power adapter for your notebook. Do not use any other voltage converter!

If you travel in another country, 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.

If you use a modem, incompatibilities with the local telecommunications system may result.

Transporting the notebook

● Remove all data carriers (e.g. CD, DVD) from the drives.

● Switch the notebook off.

● Unplug the power adapter and all external devices from the mains outlet.

● Disconnect the power adapter cable and the data cables for all external devices.

● Close the LCD screen so that it locks into place.

● To protect against damaging jolts and bumps, use a notebook carrying case to transport your

notebook.

● Protect the notebook from severe shocks and extreme temperatures (e.g. direct sunlight in a car).

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Important notes

Cleaning the notebook

► Switch the notebook off.

► Pull the power plug of the network adapter out of the mains outlet.

► Remove the battery.

Do not clean any interior parts yourself; leave this job to a service technician.

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.

Do not use any cleaning agents that contain abrasives or may corrode plastic. The use of improper cleaning agents can damage the markings on the keyboard and the notebook, the paintwork of the device or the device itself.

Ensure that no liquid enters the notebook.

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Preparing the notebook for use

Before you can work with your notebook, you need to charge the battery and install and configure the delivered software. The operating system and drivers required are preinstalled.

Upon delivery, the battery can be found in the battery compartment. You need to charge the battery if you want to operate your notebook with a rechargeable 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.

If you use the notebook in a normal office situation, run it from the mains using the power adapter.

Please see the "Connecting external devices" chapter for instructions on how to connect devices such as a mouse and a printer to the notebook.

Please read the "Important notes" chapter.

Unpacking and checking the delivery

► Unpack all the individual parts.

► Check the delivery for damage incurred during transportation.

Should you discover damages incurred during transportation, notify your local sales

outlet immediately!

It is recommended not to throw away the original packaging material. Keep the original packing material in case you need to ship the equipment again.

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Preparing the notebook for use

Selecting a location

Select a suitable location for the notebook before setting it up. Consider the following points when looking for a location:

● Do not place it on a soft surface (e.g., a carpet or soft furnishings). The space between the notebook's feet must be clear. Place the notebook on a stable, flat, nonslippery surface. In view of the multitude of different finishes used on furniture, it is possible that the rubber feet of the notebook will mark the surface they stand on.

● Never place the notebook and the power adapter on a heat-sensitive surface.

● The notebook and the power adapter should be at least 200 mm apart.

● Keep other objects 100 mm away from the notebook and its power adapter to ensure adequate

ventilation.

● Never cover the fan intake or exhaust openings of the notebook or the power adapter.

● Do not expose the notebook to extreme environmental conditions.

Protect the notebook from dust, humidity, and heat.

● For wireless data transfer, you must align the notebook's infrared interface with that of the partner device (e.g. PC). The devices must not be more than one metre apart.

Connecting the power adapter

Please take note of the information in the section "Safety notes".

► Connect the power adapter cable to the DC jack (DC IN) of the notebook (see chapter

► Connect the power cable into the power adapter.

► Plug the power cable into a mains outlet.

The power cable supplied conforms to the requirements of the country in which you purchased your notebook. Make sure that the power cable is approved for use in the country in which you intend to use it.

The power adapter's AC cord should only be connected to a mains outlet if the notebook is connected to the power adapter.

Do not use the power adapter for other notebooks or devices.

Do not use a power adapter that is not specially intended for this notebook.

"Notebook views", Number 26).

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Working with the notebook

This chapter describes the basics for operating your notebook.

Please see the "Connecting external devices" chapter for instructions on how to connect devices such as a mouse and a printer to the notebook.

Please take note of the information in the "Important notes" chapter.

Switching the notebook on and off

Switching on the notebook

► Slide the release (on front of notebook) to the right and fold up the LCD screen.

► Press the ON/OFF switch (1) to switch the notebook on.

The power-on indicator (1) of the notebook lights up.

If you have assigned a password, you must enter this when requested to do so, in order to

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start the operating system password.

Working with the notebook

Switching off the notebook

► Shut down the operating system properly in the Start menu via the Quit function.

► If the notebook is not switched off automatically, press the ON/OFF switch for approx. four

seconds.

► Close the LCD screen so that it locks into place.

Status indicators

The status indicators (see chapter "Notebook views", Numbers 2, 6 and 11) provide information on the states of the power supply, the drives and the keyboard functions.

The meanings of the symbols are as follows:

Power-on indicator

The indicator lights up when the notebook is switched on. The power-on indicator is integrated into the notebook ON/OFF switch.

Indicator drive

The indicator flashes when the CD/DVD in the optical drive is being accessed.

Num Lock indicator

The indicator lights up when the Num key has been pressed. The numbers on the upper right on keys in the integrated numeric keypad are enabled.

Caps Lock indicator

The indicator lights up when the caps lock key has been pressed. All the characters you type appear in uppercase. In the case of overlay keys, the character printed on the upper left of the key appears when that key is pressed.

Scroll indicator (Scroll Lock)

The indicator lights up when the Scroll Lock has been pressed. The effect this key has varies from programme to programme.

Energy-saving mode indicator

The indicator flashes when the notebook is in an energy-saving mode. This indicator is also visible with the notebook closed.

Battery indicator

● The indicator lights when the battery is fully charged or in use.

● The indicator flashes while the battery being charged.

● The indicator is extinguished when the notebook is disconnected from the

mains power.

This indicator is also visible with the notebook closed.

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Working with the notebook

Keyboard

The keyboard of your notebook is subject to continuous wear due to normal use. The

The keyboard has been designed to provide all the functions of an enhanced keyboard. Some enhanced keyboard functions are mapped with key combinations.

The following description of keys refers to Windows. Additional functions supported by the keys are described in the relevant manuals supplied with your application programmes.

The figure below shows how to access the different characters on keys with overlaid functions. The example applies when the CapsLK indicator is not lit.

keyboard markings are subjected to particularly high loads. The keyboard markings can wear off in the course of using the notebook.

Num

{

Example from a German keyboard

Backspace key The Backspace key deletes the character to the left of the cursor.

Tab key The Tab key moves the cursor to the next tab stop.

Enter key (return) The enter key terminates a command line. The command you have entered is executed when you press this key.

{

Alt Gr

{

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Working with the notebook

Caps Lock

Pause

Break

Caps Lock key The Caps Lock key activates uppercase mode (CapsLK indicator lit). The Caps Lock function causes all the characters you type to appear in uppercase. In the case of overlay keys, the character printed on the upper left of the key appears when that key is pressed. To cancel the Caps Lock function, simply press the Caps Lock key again.

Shift key The Shift key causes uppercase characters to appear. In the case of overlay keys, the character printed on the upper left of the key appears when that key is pressed.

Fn key The Fn key enables the special functions indicated on overlay keys (see "Key combinations"). If the external keyboard does not feature a Fn key, you can simultaneously press the Ctrl + Alt keys instead.

Cursor keys The cursor keys move the cursor in the direction of the arrow, i.e. up, down, left, or right.

Pause key The Pause key temporarily suspends display output. Output will resume when you press any other key.

Start key The Start key invokes the Windows Start menu.

Menu key The Menu key invokes the menu for the marked item.

Numeric keypad

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UI OP

()

: ;

789

456–

123

1 = Characters enabled when NumLK indicator is not lit (see "Status indicators"). 2 = Characters enabled when NumLK indicator is lit (see "Status indicators").

When the numeric keypad is turned on (NumLK is indicated) you can output the symbols on the upper right on the keys.

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Working with the notebook

Key combinations

The following description of key combinations refers to functions when using Microsoft Windows. Some of the following key combinations may not function in other operating systems and with some device drivers.

Other key combinations are described in the relevant manuals supplied with your application programmes.

Key combinations are performed as follows:

► Press and hold the first key in the combination.

► While holding the first key down, press the other key or keys in the combination.

If the external keyboard does not feature a Fn key, you can simultaneously press

the Ctrl + Alt keys instead.

Enabling Suspend mode

This key combination switches the notebook into the Suspend mode.

Switching battery warning tone off/on

With this key combination you can set whether the notebook outputs a warning tone when the battery charge level is low.

Switching between internal and external screen

If an external monitor is connected, the monitor on which the output is to be displayed can be selected with this key combination.

You can opt to use:

● just the notebook's LCD screen

● just the external monitor

● both the LCD screen and the external monitor.

Increasing the volume

This key combination raises the volume of the integrated loudspeakers.

Reducing the volume

This key combination reduces the volume of the integrated loudspeakers.

Increasing screen brightness

This key combination increases screen brightness.

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Decreasing screen brightness

This key combination decreases screen brightness.

Working with the notebook

Switching between open applications

Alt

Key combinations with the Windows keys are contained in the manual for your operating system.

With this key combination you can switch between several open applications.

Carrying out a warm boot

Del

This key combination triggers a reset and warm-boots the notebook. First hold down the Ctrl and Alt key, and then press the Del key. First the Task Manager is displayed. Then you must press all three keys again to re-boot.

Backtab (Shift+Tab)

This key combination moves the cursor back to the previous tabular stop.

Alt

Ctrl

Easy Launch keys

Your notebook is equipped with two Easy Launch keys (see chapter "Notebook views", Number 4). You can start the following applications by pressing a single key.

E-mail

Use this button to start the standard e-mail programme for your system.

Internet

With this button you can start the standard internet browser for your system.

Touchpad and touchpad buttons

Keep the touchpad clean, protect it from dirt, liquids, and grease.

The touchpad (see chapter "Notebook views", Number 7) enables you to move the mouse pointer on the screen.

You can use the touchpad to scroll. The scroll bar on the right edge of the touchpad is marked with arrows (see chapter "Notebook views" Number 8).

Do not use the touchpad if your fingers are dirty.

Do not rest heavy objects (e.g. books) on the touchpad or the touchpad buttons.

The touchpad buttons (see chapter "Notebook views", Number 9) allow the selection and execution of commands. They correspond to the buttons on a conventional mouse.

With the touchpad scroll buttons (see chapter "Notebook views", Number 10) you can scroll.

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Working with the notebook

Moving the pointer

► Move your finger on the touchpad.

The pointer will move accordingly.

Selecting an item

► Move the pointer to the item you wish to select.

► Tap the touchpad once or press the left button once.

The item will be selected.

Executing a command

► Move the pointer to the field you wish to select.

► Tap the touchpad twice or press the left button twice.

The command will be executed.

Dragging an object

► Activate only the function under Start - Control Panel - Printers and other Hardware / Mouse.

► Move the pointer to the item you wish to select.

► Select the desired object, and leave your finger on the touchpad.

► Drag the object to the desired position.

► Lift your finger from the touchpad.

The item will be moved.

Scrolling with the touchpad buttons

► Press the upper or lower side of the touchpad scroll button to scroll up or down.

The information/texts above or below the display area appear.

Scrolling with the touchpad scroll bar

► Move your finger upwards or downwards on the scroll bar at the right edge of the touchpad.

The display area moves up or down.

LCD screen

Information on LCD monitor

High-quality TFT displays are installed in notebooks from Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH. For technical reasons, TFT monitors are manufactured for a specific resolution. An optimal, clear picture can only be ensured in the resolution intended for the respective TFT monitor. A monitor resolution which differs from the specification can result in an unclear picture.

The monitor resolution is understood to be the number of horizontal and vertical pixels (i.e. picture elements) which make up the monitor display. For example, "WXGA" stands for 1280 x 800 pixels. Each pixel consists of three so-called subpixels of the colours red, green and blue. As a result, a WXGA monitor consists of 1280 x 800 x 3 = 3.072.000 subpixels.

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Frequently used monitor resolutions Number of pixels

XGA 1024 x 768

WXGA 1280 x 800

SXGA 1280 x 1024

SXGA+ 1400 x 1050

UXGA 1600 x 1200

Permanently unlit or lit pixels

The standard of production techniques today cannot guarantee an absolutely fault-free screen display. A few isolated constant lit or unlit pixels may be present. The maximum permitted number of pixels faults is stipulated in the stringent international standard ISO 13406-2 (Class II).

Example:

A 15" LCD screen monitor with a resolution of 1024 x 768 has 1024 x 768 = 786432 pixels. Each pixel consists of three subpixels (red, green and blue), so there are almost 2,4 million subpixels in total. According to ISO 13406-2 (Class II), a maximum of 4 pixels and 5 subpixels may be defective, i. e. a total of 17 faulted subpixels. That is approx. 0.0002 % of the entire subpixel!

Background lighting

TFT monitors are operated with background lighting. The luminosity of the background lighting can decrease during the period of use of the notebook. However, you can set the brightness of your monitor individually.

Monitor settings

Setting the desktop area

The screen resolution of the LCD monitor of your notebook is optimally set at the factory.

Changing the font size

Under Start - Control Panel - Appearance and Themes - Display - Advanced you can choose between a larger and a smaller font in the Font size field.

Synchronising the display on the LCD screen and an external monitor

Your notebook supports the simultaneous display on the LCD screen and an external monitor. Pressing the key combination Fn + F4 switches between LCD only, external monitor and LCD and external monitor only. The last setting is useful if you would like high resolution and refresh rate on an external monitor.

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Battery

The battery is one of the most important components of your notebook. When not plugged into a mains outlet, the notebook runs on its built-in battery. You can increase the life of the battery by caring for the battery properly. The average battery life is around 500 charge/discharge cycles. You can extend the battery life by taking advantage of the available energy saving functions.

Only use batteries released for your notebook.

Charging, caring for and maintaining the battery

Take care not to drop the batteries or otherwise damage their casing (fire risk).

If the rechargeable batteries are defective, they must not be used.

Do not touch the contacts of the batteries.

Never interconnect the positive and negative terminals of a battery.

Used batteries must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations (special waste).

Observe the information on battery storage in the "Important notes" chapter.

The notebook battery can only be charged, when the ambient temperature is between 5 °C and max. 35 °C.

You can charge the battery by connecting the notebook to the power adapter (see "Connecting the power adapter").

A notebook battery will fully charge in approximately three hours in a notebook that is switched off. A notebook battery will fully charge in approximately 4.5 hours if the notebook is switched on.

It is a good idea to discharge the battery completely before recharging it, as this will extend battery lifetime. Work in the battery mode until a warning tone indicates the need for charging. The notebook battery should not be charged before this point.

If you do not connect the power adapter within five minutes of the signals described above, your notebook will automatically switch off.

Monitoring the battery charging level

Windows also has a "Battery status meter" in the taskbar for monitoring the battery capacity. When you place the mouse pointer on the battery symbol, the system displays the battery status.

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Removing and installing the battery

Only use batteries designed for this notebook.

Removing battery

► Switch the notebook off.

► Close the LCD screen so that it locks into place.

► Unplug the power adapter from the mains outlet.

► Disconnect all cables connected to the notebook.

► Turn the notebook over.

► Place the notebook on a flat surface.

► Slide the battery lock (see chapter "Notebook views", Number 35) in the direction of the arrow

Never use force when inserting or removing a battery.

Make sure that no foreign bodies get into the battery connections.

and hold it in place. The arrow is shown on the battery lock.

► Remove the battery from the battery compartment (see chapter "Notebook views",

Number 36).

Inserting battery

► Push the battery into the battery compartment until it engages.

► Close the battery compartment.

Using the power-management features

The notebook uses less power when the power management features are enabled. You will then be able to work longer when using the battery before having to recharge it.

If you are connected to a network or use an integrated modem, PC LAN card, or PC

When you close the lid, the notebook automatically enters an energy-saving mode. The energy saving functions can be activated under Start - Control Panel - Performance and Maintenance - Power Options. Under Windows, Hibernate is activated by default.

modem card, we advise against enabling an energy saving mode. This could lead to an interruption of your network connection. When not using the notebook for long periods of time, first end the energy saving mode, then switch off the notebook. Never switch off the notebook with the ON/OFF switch while the notebook is in one of the energy-saving modes. If your notebook is in an energy-saving mode:

● Do not connect any external devices.

● Do not disconnect any external devices.

● Do not attempt to switch the notebook on if the built-in battery is flat.

● Do not add or remove RAM.

● Do not add or remove a PC card.

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PC cards

A PC card slot (CardBus or PCMIA) enables the notebook to operate one type I or type II PC card.

Consult the documentation supplied by the PC card's manufacturer and follow the

Installing a PC card

► Press the eject button (see chapter "Notebook views", Number 34). The placeholder for the PC

► Pull the placeholder for the PC card out of the slot (see chapter "Notebook views",

► Insert the PC card end with the connector contacts into the card slot guide rails

instructions provided.

Never use force when inserting or removing a PC card.

Make sure that foreign objects do not fall into the PC card slot.

card will project further out of the notebook's case.

Number 33).

Keep the placeholder for the PC card in a safe place. When you remove the PC card you should also refit the placeholder for the PC card. Thus you prevent foreign objects from getting into the PC card slot.

The labelled side of the PC card must face upwards.

► Gently push the PC card into the slot until you feel it click into place.

Consult the documentation supplied with the PC card for information on how to

install the necessary device drivers.

For further information refer to the information files (e.g. *.TXT, *.DOC, *.WRI or *.HLP) provided on the PC card driver diskette or the information in the operating system manual.

You can push the PC card slot eject button into the notebook casing. To do this, press the eject button until it engages.

Removing a PC card

Use the small PC card icon located in your task bar to stop the card:

► Click on the PC card icon in the task bar with the right mouse button.

► Select PC card Properties.

► Select the PC card and click on Stop.

Wait for the dialogue box which tells you that it is now safe to remove the PC card.

► Press the eject button. The PC card will project further out of the notebook's case.

If the eject button is lowered, you must first cause the eject button to release from the notebook casing. To do this, press the eject button until it releases.

► Slide the PC card out of the notebook.

► Insert the placeholder for the PC card into the slot guide.

► Gently slide the placeholder for the PC card into the slot until you feel it click into place.

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Memory card reader

Your notebook is equipped with a memory card reader. Your memory card reader supports the following formats:

● Secure Digital

● MultiMediaCard

● Memory Stick / Memory Stick pro

Using memory cards

Inserting memory card

► Depending on the memory card used, insert the memory card in the upper or lower slot guide

► Carefully push the memory card into the slot.

Observe the manufacturer's information when using memory cards.

1 = Label area 2 = Insertion direction

with the connection contacts first (see chapter "Notebook views", Number 31).

Removing memory card

► Pull the memory card out of the slot.

Hard disk

The hard disk is the most important storage medium of your notebook. You can work considerably faster and more efficiently if you copy applications and files from CDs to your hard disk.

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Optical drive

Your notebook is delivered with an optical drive. Depending on the variant, your notebook is equipped with a combo drive (CD-RW/DVD), a DVD+RW drive or a DVD±RW dual drive.

Optical drives can either only read or both read and write different optical data storage media. The meaning of the respective optical data storage media is described in the following:

CD-ROM

Abbreviation for Compact Disc - Read Only Memory. A CD-ROM is an optical data storage medium that can contain a maximum of 700 Mbytes. These data cannot be changed.

CD-R

Abbreviation for Compact Disc Recordable. A CD-R is an optical data storage medium that can only be written with a maximum of 700 Mbytes of data. Then these data cannot be changed, but can be read as often as desired.

CD-RW

Abbreviation for Compact Disc ReWriteable. A CD-RW is an optical data storage medium that can be written with a maximum of 700 Mbyte of data a virtually unlimited number of times. This means the data can be deleted and changed.

DVD (DVD-ROM and DVD video)

Abbreviation for Digital Versatile Disc or Digital Video Disc. A DVD is an optical data storage medium that can contain a maximum of 17 Gbytes of data. These data cannot be changed.

DVD+R/DVD-R

Abbreviation for Digital Versatile Disc Recordable or Digital Video Disc Recordable. A DVD+R or a DVD-R is an optical data storage medium that can only be written once with a maximum of

4.7 Gbytes of data. Then these data cannot be changed, but can be read as often as desired.

DVD+R and DVD-R are different standards. DVD+Rs and DVD-Rs can only be written by

DVD+RW/DVD-RW

Abbreviation for Digital Versatile Disc or Digital Video Disc ReWriteable. A DVD+RW or a DVD-RW is an optical data storage medium that can be written with a maximum of 4.7 Gbytes of data virtually an unlimited number of times. This means the data can be deleted and changed.

drives which support the respective standard.

DVD+RW and DVD-RW are different standards. DVD+RWs and DVD-RWs can only be written by drives which support the respective standard.

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Combo drive (CD-RW/DVD)

With the combo drive you can read all optical data storage media named above. You can also write CD-Rs and CD-RWs.

The combo drive in your notebook contains a light-emitting diode (LED), classification as per IEC 825-1:1993: CLASS 1 LASER, and may therefore not be opened.

DVD+RW drive

With the DVD+RW drive you can read all optical data storage media named above. You can also write CD-R, CD-RW and DVD+RW.

The DVD+RW drive in your notebook contains a light-emitting diode (LED), classification as per IEC 825-1:1993: CLASS 1 LASER, and may therefore not be opened.

DVD±RW dual drive

With the DVD±RW dual drive you can read all optical data storage media named above. You can also write CD-Rs, CD-RWs, DVD+Rs, DVD+RWs, DVD-Rs and DVD-RWs.

The DVD±RW dual drive in your notebook contains a light-emitting diode (LED), classified in accordance with IEC 825-1:1993 as a CLASS 1 LASER, and may therefore not be opened.

Handling CD/DVDs

From this point all different optical data storage media will be referred to as CD/DVDs; the writeable optical data storage media are called blanks.

Observe the following when handling CD/DVDs:

● Avoid touching the surface of a CD/DVD. Handle CDs/DVDs only by their edges!

● Always store CDs/DVDs in their cases. Thus you avoid dust contamination,

scratches, bending or other damage.

● Protect your CDs/DVDs from dust, mechanical vibration and direct sunlight!

● Avoid storing a CD/DVD in areas subject to high temperatures or humidity.

To utilise the optimum writing speed, use CD blanks marked "Multispeed" or "High Speed".

Use only DVD blanks of the type DVD+RW. Other types of DVD blanks are not supported by your optical drive.

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Inserting or removing a CD/DVD

The notebook must be switched on.

► Push the insert/eject button (see chapter "Notebook views", Number 24).

The drive tray will open.

► Pull the drive tray completely out.

► Place the CD/DVD in the drive tray with the label facing upwards.

► Take out an inserted CD/DVD.

► Push in the drive tray until you feel it lock into place.

Manual removal (emergency removal)

In the event of a power failure or damage to the drive it may be necessary to manually remove the CD/DVD.

► Switch the notebook off.

► Press a pen or a piece of wire (e.g. a paperclip) firmly into the opening (see chapter "Notebook

views", Number 25).

The drive tray is unlocked. You can now pull the drive tray out of the drive.

Regional codes for DVD films and DVD players

DVD films and DVD players (e.g. the optical drive of your notebook) are always provided with a regional code. The regional codes of DVD films and DVD players must match so that the DVD film can be played back.

There are six different regional codes:

● Regional code 1: USA and Canada

● Regional code 2: Egypt, Europe, Japan, South Africa and the Middle East

● Regional code 3: Southeast Asia (including Hong Kong, Indonesia, Philippines, South Korea,

Taiwan)

● Regional code 4: Australia, New Zeeland, Southeastern Pacific, Central and South America and the Caribbean

● Regional code 5: Africa (except South Africa), India and the former states of the USSR

● Regional code 6: China

The optical drive of your notebook supports the function RPC-II (Phase II System of Regional Playback Control). This function permits the final user to change the regional code of the drive up to five times to play back corresponding DVD films. Then the last regional code selected is retained and cannot be changed again.

If a DVD film is to be playable in all regions, it has the regional code 0.

Before buying a DVD film you should check that the regional code of the DVD film matches the regional code set for the optical drive of your notebook.

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Adjusting AutoPlay function of optical drive

With the AutoPlay function you can specify whether or not a program or action is to be run/carried out depending on the CD/DVD content type of Windows XP. For example, you can specify that when an Audio CD is inserted, the Media Player is automatically started and automatically plays the Audio CD.

You can set the AutoPlay function of the optical drive according to your needs. Proceed as follows:

► Click on the Start menu with the right mouse button or touchpad key.

A context menu appears.

Explorer.

Properties.

AutoPlay tab.

Please note that you must select the desired action and confirm it with individual CD/DVD content type.

Apply for each

► Click on

► Click on the corresponding drive with the right mouse button or touchpad key.

A context menu appears.

► Click on

► Click on the

► Adjust the AutoPlay function to meet your needs.

Audio: Setting volume

► To adjust the volume use the Windows volume control from the Start menu - Programs -

Accessories - Multimedia - Volume Control

Integrated 56k modem

The integrated 56k modem supports all data communication applications, such as:

● Modem operation: High-speed downloads at up to 56,000 bit/s (V.90). Downward-compatible to V.34 modems.

● Fax mode: Transmitting and receiving at up to 14,400 bit/s

● Simple country adaptation with programme

The modem complies with the EU Directive 91/263/EEC (Telecommunications terminal equipment directive) and has been checked in agreement with the guideline TBR-21.

The modem can be operated in the following countries:

Multifrequency (MFC) dialling Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Finland, France, Greece, Great Britain, Holland, Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Luxembourg, Norway, Austria, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland and Spain.

Pulse dialling: Belgium, France, Holland and Italy.

Also in: Poland, Slovenia, South Africa and Hungary.

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Connecting notebook modem to telephone connection

► Connect the modem cable supplied to the country-specific telephone adapter.

Connect the modem cable to the modem port the notebook.

► Connect the modem cable to your telephone wall socket.

If you attach your modem on a TAE-N-connector the phone respectively data cable is

busy. The cable cannot be used for other communication devices at the same time. Pull the modem plug out of the TAE-N-power socket after the data transfer, because also with connected cable no other communication devices can be used.

(see chapter "Notebook views", Number 29) of

Ethernet and LAN

The internal LAN module of your notebook supports Ethernet-LAN (10/100 Mbps).

Connect the LAN cable to the notebook's LAN connector Number 30).

► Connect the network cable to your LAN network connector.

(see chapter "Notebook views",

Wireless LAN

A Wireless LAN network card is integrated in your notebook.

Press the Wireless Lan On/Off switch the notebook's radio component.

Detailed information is contained in the online help and in the PDF file on your

wireless LAN software.

Pay attention to the additional safety precautions for devices with wireless LAN provided in the "Safety and Ergonomics" manual.

(see the "Notebook views" section) to enable or disable

Establishing an infrared connection

The infrared interface (IrDA) (see chapter "Notebook views", Number 19) allows wireless serial data transfer.

► Position the infrared transmitter and infrared receiver such that they have "visual contact".

The devices may be no more than one metre apart. The infrared interface of one

device must be in the range of influence (horizontally approx. 30° and vertically approx. 15°) of the infrared interface of the other device.

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Security functions

Your notebook enables you to protect your system and personal data in a number of ways against unauthorised access. By combining these options, you can achieve maximum protection for your system.

In this chapter you will learn which security functions your notebook is equipped with, which advantages these functions offer you and how to configure and use them.

Please consider that in the case of improper use, you yourself will also be unable to

access your system and your data. Please note therefore the following hints:

● Back up your data on external data carriers at regular intervals.

● Passwords must be assigned for some security functions. Please be sure to note

these passwords, as otherwise you will no longer be able to access your system. We recommend that you make a note of the passwords and keep them in a safe place.

If you lose both the user and the admin passwords, you must contact our help desk. The loss of passwords is not a warranty case and is therefore subject to charge.

Overview of all security functions

The following sections contain a brief description of the security functions that are provided with your notebook as standard equipment.

Kensington Lock

With the Kensington MicroSaver, a sturdy steel cable, you can protect your notebook from theft. For this reason your notebook is equipped with a device for the Kensington MicroSaver. The Kensington MicroSaver is available as an accessory.

BIOS password protection

You can protect you personal data from unauthorised access with various passwords. By combining these different options, you can achieve maximum protection for your system.

Password protection for the BIOS Setup Utility

With the supervisor password you prevent unauthorised opening of the BIOS Setup Utility, and with it access to important system settings. In the operating system.

BIOS Setup Utility you can also activate protection for the

Password protection for the operating system

With corresponding settings in the BIOS Setup Utility you can block starting of the operating system. Only those who know the supervisor or user password can access the system.

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Brief overview of the security functions

Security function Type of protection Preparation

Kensington Lock Mechanical Mount and lock Kensington

MicroSaver (accessory)

BIOS password protection

Password protection for BIOS Setup

Utility

and operating system with supervisor and user password. The passwords consist of a maximum of six alphanumeric characters.

Specify at least one supervisor password in the BIOS Setup Utility and activate the password protection for the operating system as desired.

Using Kensington Lock

► Fit the Kensington MicroSaver on the device (see chapter "Notebook views" chapter,

Number 16) on your notebook.

Configuring password protection in BIOS Setup Utility

Before using the various options of password protection for your data security in the

Setup Utility

● Please keep in mind your passwords in any case, as you will not be able to access

, please note the following hints:

BIOS Setup Utility and/or your system any longer, if you forget both the user

your password and the supervisor password. The loss of passwords is not a warranty case and is therefore subject to charge.

BIOS

● Back up your data on external data carriers at regular intervals.

Passwords can be up to six characters long. You can use all alphanumeric characters

and need not distinguish between uppercase and lowercase characters.

Protecting BIOS Setup Utility (supervisor and user password)

If you have opened these operating instructions on the screen, we recommend that you

You prevent unauthorised opening of the BIOS Setup Utility with both the supervisor and the user password. With the supervisor password you have access to all functions of the and with the user password only to part of the functions. You can only set a user password if a supervisor password has already been assigned.

print out the following instructions. Because you cannot call the instructions onto the screen while you are setting up the password.

BIOS Setup Utility,

Please refer to section "Settings in BIOS Setup Utility" for a description of calling and operating the

BIOS Setup Utility.

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Set the supervisor and user password

► Call BIOS Setup Utility and select the Security menu.

► Select the

Enter New Password: you are then requested to enter a password.

With

► Enter the password and press the Enter key.

Confirm New Supervisor Password you are asked to confirm the password.

With

► Enter the password again and press the Enter key.

With

Password Installed you receive a confirmation that the new password has been saved.

► To assign the user password, select the field

when configuring the supervisor password.

If you do not want to make any other settings, you can exit

► Select the

► Press the Enter key.

The notebook is rebooted and the new password is effective. If you now want to open the

Utility

, you must first enter your supervisor or user password. Please note that you only have access

to a few BIOS settings with the user password.

Change Supervisor Password field and press the enter key.

Change User Password and proceed exactly as

BIOS Setup Utility.

Save Changes and Exit field under Exit.

Change supervisor or user password

► Run the BIOS Setup Utility again.

► When changing the password, proceed exactly as for password assignment.

BIOS Setup

You can only change the supervisor password when you have logged into the the supervisor password.

BIOS Setup Utility with

Cancelling passwords

To cancel a password (without setting a new password) run the following steps:

► Call

► Mark the

With

► Press the Enter key twice.

► Select the

► Press the Enter key.

The notebook is rebooted and the password is cancelled.

With the supervisor password you simultaneously deactivate the user password.

BIOS Setup Utility and select the Security menu.

Change Supervisor Password or Change User Password field and press the Enter key.

Enter New Password you will then be asked to enter a password.

Save Changes and Exit field under Exit.

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Setting access authorization to the BIOS Setup Utility

If you have set a supervisor password in the BIOS, you can define the BIOS settings that may be modified by selecting the appropriate

Full Access

All BIOS settings may be modified.

User Access Level. The following options are available:

Limited

View only

No access

► Call BIOS Setup Utility and select the Security menu.

► Select the

If you do not want to make any other settings, you can exit

► Select the

► Press the Enter key.

The Notebook is rebooted and the changes to the settings come into effect.

Settings such as Date and Time may be modified.

BIOS settings may be viewed but not modified.

No access to the BIOS is permitted.

User Access Level field and then choose the desired option.

BIOS Setup Utility.

Save Changes and Exit field under Exit.

Activate/cancel password protection for the operating system

Activating system protection

With the supervisor password or the user password, you have assigned in the

Utility

(see "Set the supervisor and user password" section), you can also prevent booting

of the operating system.

BIOS Setup

► Call BIOS Setup Utility and select the Advanced CMOS Setup menu.

► Mark the field

► Select the entry

► Select the

► Press the Enter key.

The notebook reboots and you are asked to enter your password (the supervisor or user password).

Password Check.

Always.

Save Changes and Exit field under Exit.

Deactivating system protection

► Call BIOS Setup Utility and select the Advanced CMOS Setup menu.

► Mark the field

► Select the entry

► Select the

► Press the Enter key.

The notebook reboots and there is no longer any password protection for the operating system.

Password Check.

Setup.

Save Changes and Exit field under Exit.

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Under all circumstances, please observe the safety notes provided in the "Important

notes" chapter.

Read the documentation on the external device before connecting it.

Do not connect or disconnect cables during a thunderstorm.

Do not pull on the cable when disconnecting a cable. Always take hold of the actual plug.

Adhere to the order described in the following when you connect external devices to the notebook or separate them from the notebook:

Connecting devices to notebook

1) Turn off all power and equipment switches.

2) Remove all power plugs from the mains outlets.

3) Connect all the cables to the notebook and the external devices.

4) Plug all data communication cables into the utility sockets.

5) Plug all power cables into the mains supply.

Disconnecting devices from notebook

1) Turn off all power and equipment switches.

2) Remove all power plugs from the mains outlets.

3) Unplug all data communication cables from the utility sockets.

4) Disconnect all the cables from the notebook and the external devices.

Some of the external devices require special drivers (see the operating system and

external device documentation).

Connecting an external monitor

An external monitor can be connected to the notebook.

● Using the monitor and the LCD screen.

● You can display the same picture on the external monitor and the LCD screen simultaneously.

► Switch off the notebook and the external monitor.

► Connect the external monitor to the monitor port (see chapter "Notebook views", Number 18)

on your notebook.

Fn + F4 key combination you can switch back and forth between the external

► First switch on the monitor and then the notebook.

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Connecting external devices

Setting the refresh rate for your external monitor

The refresh rate must be correctly set so that the image does not flicker.

► Select the monitor type in the menu

Settings - Advanced - Display

► Now select the

► Adjust the refresh rate and then click

If the refresh rate set is too high, the monitor may be damaged. Please see the

documentation included with your monitor for the maximum possible refresh rate.

Adapter tab.

Start - Control Panel - Appearance and Themes - Display -

Apply.

Using the parallel port

► Switch the notebook off.

► Connect the data cable of the printer to the parallel port (see chapter "Notebook views",

Number 17) on the notebook.

► Plug the printer power cable into the mains outlet.

► First switch the printer on, then the notebook.

Connecting USB devices

You can connect external devices to the USB ports (see chapter "Notebook views", Numbers 20, 27 and 28) which also have a USB interface (e.g. a printer, a scanner or a modem).

USB devices are hot-pluggable. This allows cables from USB devices to be connected

and disconnected with the system switched on.

USB 1.x has a maximum data transfer rate of 12 Mbit / s.

USB 2.x has a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbit / s.

Additional information can be found in the documentation for the USB devices.

► Connect the data cable to the external device.

► Connect the data cable to a USB port of the notebook.

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The devices you connect to the USB ports usually require no driver of their own, as the required software is already included in the operating system. However, if the USB device requires its own software, please install it from the data carrier provided with the USB device.

Connecting external devices

Connecting external audio devices

SPDIF Out/Headphones socket

Via the SPDIF Out/Headphones socket (see chapter "Notebook views", Number 13) you can connect headphones, external speakers or audio devices with a digital optical input to your notebook.

Line In socket

Via the Line In socket (see chapter "Notebook views", Number 14) you can connect audio devices with an analog output to your notebook.

Microphone jack

Via the microphone port (see chapter "Notebook views", Number 15) you can connect an external microphone to your notebook.

Adjusting the volume

► To adjust the volume use the Windows volume control from the Start menu - Programs -

Accessories - Multimedia - Volume Control

Connecting an external device to S-Video Out

You can connect an external device (e.g. a television set) to the S-Video Out socket (see chapter "Notebook views", Number 21) of your notebook.

► Switch off the notebook and the external device.

► Connect the external device to the S-Video Out socket of your notebook.

► First switch the external device on and then the notebook.

Activating television set

► Select the monitor type in the menu Start - Control Panel - Appearance and Themes - Display -

Settings - Advanced - Displays

► Click on

With the key combination of the notebook.

Apply.

Fn + F4 you can switch between the television set and the LCD screen

Connecting an external device to IEEE1394 (FireWire)

Peripheral devices such as digital audio/video devices or other high-speed devices can be connected via IEEE1394 (FireWire). Your notebook is equipped with a IEEE 1394 FireWire port, which operates at 400 Mbit per second.

► Connect the peripheral device to the IEEE1394 FireWire port (see chapter "Notebook views",

Number 32) of your notebook.

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Settings in BIOS Setup Utility

In BIOS Setup Utility you can set the system functions and the hardware configuration of the notebook. When it is delivered, the notebook is set to factory default settings. You can change these settings in

BIOS Setup Utility. Any changes you make take effect as soon as you save and quit the BIOS Setup

Utility

BIOS Setup Utility programme contains the following menus:

The

Main: For system settings such as time and date and information about the notebook

Advanced: For system settings such as interfaces, keyboard and hard disks

Boot: For specifying the start order

Security: For security settings such as passwords

Power: For setting the energy saving functions

Exit: For saving the changes and terminating the BIOS Setup Utility

Start BIOS Setup Utility

► Restart the notebook (switching ON/OFF or warm boot).

The following or a similar display appears on the screen during booting:

F2: Setup F12: Boot Menu

► When this message appears, press the function key F2 .

If a password has been assigned:

► Enter the password and press the Enter key.

If you have forgotten the password, contact your system administrator or contact our customer service centre.

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Settings in BIOS Setup Utility

Operating BIOS Setup Utility

Press the

► Mark the menu in which you want to make settings with the cursor keys.

► Press the Enter key.

The menu is displayed on the screen.

► Use the cursor keys to select the field you wish to change.

The description of the individual settings is shown in the right-hand window of the BIOS

Setup Utility

F1 key to display help on the operation of BIOS Setup Utility.

► Change the field entries with the keys

► Press the Enter key to confirm your selection.

► Press the

► For future reference, make a note of the changes you have made (for example, in this

manual).

Esc key to exit the selected menu.

PgUp or PgDn .

Exiting BIOS Setup Utility

You have to mark the desired option in the Exit menu and activate it with the enter key.

Save the settings and exit the BIOS Setup Utility - Save Changes and Exit

Select Save Changes and Exit and Yes to save the current settings and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. The device is rebooted and the new settings come into effect.

Reject the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility - Exit without Saving

Select Discard Changes and Exit and Yes to discard the changes you have made. The settings which were in force when and the device is rebooted.

BIOS Setup Utility was called remain effective. BIOS Setup Utility is terminated

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If a fault occurs, try to correct it as described. If you fail to correct the problem, proceed as follows:

► Make a note of the steps and the circumstances that led to the fault. Also make a note of any

► Switch the notebook off.

► Contact your sales outlet or our hotline/help desk.

Take note of the hints in the "Important notes" chapter, when you connect or disconnect cables.

error messages displayed.

Restoring operating system

Using the Windows Recovery CD and the Drivers & Utilities CD, you can restore the operating system of your notebook.

When restoring the operating system the contents of your hard disk will be overwritten. After this, operating system, drivers and software utilities will be reinstalled. For this reason you should try to save important data to a backup medium before you restore the hard disk contents.

► Insert the Windows Recovery CD into the combo drive.

► Start the

Setup programme on the CD.

You must then reinstall all the drivers. Use the "Drivers & Utilities" CD.

Detailed PC knowledge is required for manual partitioning.

The notebook's date or time is incorrect

► Set the time and/or date in the BIOS Setup Utility under Standard CMOS Setup.

If the date and time are repeatedly incorrect when you switch on the notebook, the buffer

battery that supplies the internal clock is dead.

Connect the notebook via its power adapter to a grounded mains outlet or install a fresh battery. The buffer battery will take approximately two days to complete its recharge. If the problem persists, contact your sales office or our hotline/help desk.

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Troubleshooting and tips

The LCD screen of the notebook remains blank

Monitor is switched off

► Press a key or enter the password

External monitor or television set connected

► Press the key combination Fn + F4 (selecting internal/external display).

The LCD screen is difficult to read

Reflection

► Turn the notebook or alter the tilt of the LCD screen.

The external monitor stays blank

If your screen remains blank this may be due to the following:

Monitor is switched off

► Switch the external monitor on.

Power saving has been activated (screen is blank)

► Press any key to continue.

Brightness is set too dark

► Adjust the brightness of the monitor.

Screen output is set to the notebook’s LCD screen

► Press the key combination Fn + F4 (selecting internal/external display).

The external monitor's power cable or data cable is not connected properly

► Switch off the external monitor and the notebook.

► Check whether the power cable is plugged properly into the external monitor and into the

power socket.

► Check whether the data cable is properly connected to the notebook and the external monitor

(if it is plugged in with a connector).

► Switch on the external monitor and the notebook.

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The external monitor is blank or the image is unstable

The wrong external monitor has been selected or the wrong screen resolution has been set for the application programme.

► Terminate the application programme under Windows with

occur after ending the programme, switch over to the notebook's internal LCD screen with Fn + F4 . Change the following setting:

► Select the correct monitor or set the correct screen resolution.

– Setting the screen resolution: Select

Advanced

– Selecting the monitor: Select the correct monitor under

and Themes - Display - Settings - Advanced - Display

- screen resolution and then the screen resolution you require.

Start - Control Panel - Appearance and Themes -

Alt + F4 . If the fault continues to

Start - Control Panel - Appearance

The notebook cannot be started

The battery is not installed correctly

► Switch the notebook off.

► Check whether the battery is installed correctly in its compartment.

► Switch the notebook on.

The battery is dead

► Charge the battery.

► Install a charged battery.

► Connect the power adapter to the notebook.

The power adapter is not connected correctly

► Switch the notebook off.

► Check whether the power adapter is connected correctly to the notebook.

► Switch the notebook on.

The notebook stops working

The notebook is in Standby or Suspend mode

► Reactivate the notebook by pressing a key (Standby mode) or by switching it back on

(Suspend mode).

An application programme has caused the malfunction

► Close the application programme or restart the notebook by switching it on/off or with a warm

boot.

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Troubleshooting and tips

The battery is dead

► Charge the battery.

► Install a charged battery.

► Connect the power adapter to the notebook.

The printer does not print

► Make sure that the printer is switched on and is on-line (see the manuals supplied with the

printer).

► Check that the cable connecting the notebook and the printer is connected properly.

► Check that the correct printer driver is installed.

The DVD film does not continue to play

Should the picture freeze when playing some DVD films, deactivate the accelerated hardware decryption (it is activated in the default setting; this can be recognised from the checkmark in the corresponding checkbox).

► Open the drive tray.

► Place the DVD in the drive tray with the label facing upwards.

► Push in the drive tray until you feel it lock into place.

► Wait until the WinDVD starts.

► Press the right mouse button or touchpad key.

A context menu appears.

► Click on

► Click on the checkmark in the checkbox of

The checkmark disappears.

► Click on

The function is now deactivated.

Configuration and then on Video.

Hardware Acceleration.

OK.

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Acoustic warnings

A beep sounds every few seconds

The battery is almost flat.

► Charge the battery.

System configuration contains invalid data

► Switch the notebook off.

► Switch the notebook on.

► Enter the

► Select the Load Optimal Defaults entry in the Exit menu to restore the default settings.

► Press the Enter key.

► Confirm this question with

► Press the Enter key.

If the error message appears repeatedly, please contact the place of purchase or our hotline/help desk.

BIOS Setup Utility programme by pressing F2 .

Yes.

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Technical data

Notebook

Processor: Intel Pentium Mobile Prescott 2.8 GHz or higher

(FSB 533 MHz)

Mobile Prescott Celeron 2.8 GHz or higher (FSB 533 MHz)

Portability P4 2.8 GHz or higher (FSB 533 MHz)

Desktop P4 2.8 GHz or higher (FSB 800 MHz)

Main memory: Maximum 1 Gbyte DDR 333 SO-DIMM

2 slots for 256 or 512 Mbyte modules

Disk drives: Hard disk drive

Optical drive

Electrical data

Regulations complied with: CE!

Maximum power draw: (notebook on with battery charging)

LCD screen

Display diagonal: 15.4 inch WXGA TFT

Graphics

Chip: ATI Mobile Radeon 9700

Video memory: 128 MB

Supported resolutions on external monitor:

Colour depth:

Audio

Sound: 16-bit stereo audio (AC’97)

Input devices

Keyboard: 88 keys

Touchpad: 4 keys

approx. 160 W

1600 x 1200 / 85 Hz

32 bit

Slots

PC Card slot (CardBus/PCMCIA): PCMCIA 1 x Type I or II

3 in 1 Memory Card reader Flash Card Port SD/MS/MMC

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Technical data

Ports

Monitor port: 15-pin female connector

Microphone jack: connector, mono

Line In connector, stereo

SPDIF Out/Headphones socket connector, stereo

Video port: 4-pin mini DIN female connector

USB port (Universal Serial Bus): 3x 2.0

LAN connector: Female connector, RJ-45

Modem port: Female connector, RJ-11

IEEE1394 FireWire connection: S400, 4-pin

Parallel port: 25-pin female connector, bi-directional, ECP

capable

Infrared interface: Fast IrDA 4Mbits/s

Kensington Lock

Environmental conditions

Environment class 7K1

Environment class 7M2

Temperature Operation (7K1): Transport (2K2):

Dimensions

Width/depth/height: 358 mm, 269 mm, 35.8 mm

Weight (depending on configuration): approx. 3.6 kg

5 °C .... 35 °C

-15 °C .... 60 °C

Battery

Charging time (when not in operation): approx. 3 hours

Operating time approx. 1.5 hours (depending on application)

Power adapter 160 W

Primary

● Rated voltage: 100 V to 240 V (automatic)

● Frequency: 50 Hz to 60 Hz (automatic)

● Max. rated current: 1,6 A

Secondary

● Rated voltage: 20 V

● Max. rated current: 8 A

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56k modem 30

Acoustic warnings 47 Alt+Tab 20 Anti-theft protection 34 Audio devices, connecting 39 AutoPlay function 30

Battery 23

caring for 23 charge level 23, 24 charging 23, 47 important notes 23 installing 24 lifetime 23

removing 24 Battery charge metre 23 Battery indicator 16 Battery warning tone 23

switching off/on 19 Beep, error message 47 BIOS Setup Utility

cancel supervisor password 35

cancel user password 35

change supervisor password 35

change user password 35

exiting 42

operating 42

protect with password 34

set supervisor password 35

set user password 35

setting access authorisation to the

BIOS 36 settings 41 starting 41

Blank 28 Buffer battery, load 43

Caps Lock indicator 3, 16 CardBus, see PC card CD blank 28

CD/DVD

AutoPlay function 30 emergency removal 29 inserting 29 removing 29

working with 28 CD-R 27 CD-ROM 27 CD-RW 27 Changing font size 22 Combo drive 28

AutoPlay function 30 Configuration, BIOS Setup Utility 41 Connecting digital audio devices 39 Content type, CD/DVD 30 Ctrl+Alt+Del 20 Cursor keys 18

Data transfer, infrared connection 31 Date, not correct 43 Date/Time incorrect 43 Devices

connecting 37

disconnecting 37 Digital video devices, connecting 39 Display output, switch between 19 Drive, indicator 16 Driver CD 43 Drivers & Utilities 43 DVD 27 DVD blank 28 DVD film

picture frozen 46

regional codes 29 DVD video 27 DVD, regional codes 29 DVD+R 27 DVD+RW 27 DVD+RW drive 28

AutoPlay function 30 DVD±RW dual drive 28 DVD-R 27 DVD-ROM 27 DVD-RW 27

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Easy Launch keys 20 Eject button, PC card 25 E-mail, Easy Launch key 20 Emergency removal, CD/DVD 29 Energy

energy saving functions 24

power consumption 24 Energy saving mode indicator 16 Enter key 17 Error message, acoustic 47 Error, correction 43 Ethernet LAN 31 External loudspeaker, connecting 39

FireWire (IEEE1394) 39 Fn+F1 19 Fn+F3 19 Fn+F5 19 Fn+F6 19 Fn+F7 19 Fn+F8 19

Hard disk 26

restoring the operating system 43 Hardware, configuring 41 Headphones port 39 Headphones, connecting 39 High-speed devices, connecting 39

IEEE1394 Firewire port 39 Indicator

Caps Lock 16

drive 16

Num Lock 16

Scroll 16 Infrared connection 31 Internet, Easy Launch key 20

Kensington Lock 33

applying 34 Kensington MicroSaver 33, 34 Key

Backspace 17

Caps Lock 18

cursor control keys 18

Enter 17

Fn key 18

Fn+F4 19

Return 17

Key

Shift 18 Shift+Tab 20

Tab key 17 Key combination 19 Keyboard 17 Keys 17

LCD screen

increasing the brightness 19

is difficult to read 44

notes 21

reducing the brightness 19

reflected glare 44

remains blank 44

setting the font size 22

settings 22

synchronising the display 22 LCD screen is blank 44 Lifetime, battery 23 Line In socket 39

Manual removal, CD/DVD 29 Memory card

inserting 26

Memory stick 26

MultimediaCard 26

removing 26

Secure Digital 26

working with 26 Memory card reader

inserting memory card 26

removing memory card 26

supported formats 26 Memory stick 26 Menu key 18 Microphone, connecting 39 Modem 30

connecting 31 Monitor

connecting 37, 39

refresh rate 38

remains blank 44

synchronising the display 22 Monitor port 37 Monitor screen

Drifting display 45

no screen display 45 MultimediaCard 26

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Notebook

not starting 45 stops working 45

Notes

battery 23 disposal 3 LCD screen 21

transporting 3 Num Lock indicator 16 Numeric keypad 17, 18

Operating system

activating system protection 36

cancel system protection 36

protecting with password 36

restoring 43 Optical data storage media

handling 28

overview 27 Optical drive 27

AutoPlay function 30

Parallel port 2, 38 Password

cancelling 35

changing 35

enter 35 Password protection 33, 34

BIOS Setup Utility 33

Operating system 33 Pause key 18 PC card 25

eject button 25

installing 25

removing 25 PCMCIA, see PC card Peripheral devices

connecting 37

disconnecting 37 Picture frozen, DVD film 46 Power adapter

connecting 3 Power-on indicator 16 Printer

connecting 38

does not print 46

Recovery CD 43 Regional codes 29 Restoring, operating system 43

S Video Out socket 39 Safety 3 Screen brightness

decreasing 19

increasing 19 Scroll indicator 16 Scroll indicator (Scroll Lock) 16 Secure Digital 26 Security functions 33

overview 33

survey 34 Setup, see BIOS Setup Utility Shift key 18 Slots, memory card 26 SPDIF Out 39 Speaker, connecting 39 Standby mode, terminating 45 Start key 18 Summer time 43 Survey, security functions 34 Suspend mode

switching on 19

terminating 45 Synchronisation, screen display 22 System configuration 41 System settings, BIOS Setup Utility 41

Technical data 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12,

13, 14, 15, 16, 49 Time

daylight savings 43

not correct 43 Tips 43 Touchpad 20

cleaning 3

dragging items 21

executing commands 21

moving the pointer 21

scroll buttons 2

scrolling 21

selecting items 21 Troubleshooting 43 TV set, connecting 39

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USB port 3, 38

VGA port, see monitor port Video devices, connecting 39 Video output, see S-Video Out socket Volume

adjustment 30, 39 decreasing 19 increasing 19

Warm boot 20 Wireless data transfer 31 Wireless LAN 31

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