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AMILO M Series

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• your sales partne

• your sales outlet

Further information can be found in the "Safety and Warranty" manual. The latest information on our products, tips, updates, etc., can be found on the internet under:

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Order No.:

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Introduction

Important notes

AMILO M Series

Operating Manual

Preparingthe noteboo for use

Workingwithyour noteboo

Connectingexternal devices

Settings in BIOS Setup

Troubleshootingand tips

March 2001 edition

Memoryextension

Technical data

Index

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USA. Microsoft, MS, MS-DOS, Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft

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are reserved. Delivery subject to availability. Right of technical modification reserved.

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Contents

Introduction .....................................................................................................................................1

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

Installing an ergonomic video workstation .........................................................................................3

Important notes ...............................................................................................................................5

Safety................................................................................................................................................5

Notes on installing and removing boards and modules..............................................................6

Manufacturer’s notes.........................................................................................................................6

Energy saving............................................................................................................................6

Disposal and recycling...............................................................................................................7

CE certificate.....................................................................................................................................7

Storing the battery.............................................................................................................................7

Transporting the notebook.................................................................................................................8

Before you travel .......................................................................................................................8

Transporting the notebook.........................................................................................................8

Cleaning the notebook.......................................................................................................................9

Preparing the notebook for use....................................................................................................11

Unpacking and checking the delivery ..............................................................................................11

Selecting a location .........................................................................................................................11

Connecting the power adapter.........................................................................................................12

Initial switch-on: Software will be installed .......................................................................................14

First-time software installation .................................................................................................14

Working with your notebook ........................................................................................................15

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

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

Indicators.........................................................................................................................................17

Keyboard.........................................................................................................................................19

Key combinations....................................................................................................................21

Touchpad and touchpad buttons .....................................................................................................23

Display settings...............................................................................................................................24

Battery.............................................................................................................................................25

Charging, caring for and maintaining the battery......................................................................25

Storing the battery...................................................................................................................25

Inserting and removing the battery...........................................................................................26

Using the power-management features...........................................................................................27

Hard disk.........................................................................................................................................28

Optical drive ....................................................................................................................................28

Optical drive indicator..............................................................................................................29

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

Working with floppy disks ................................................................................................................31

The integrated 56k modem..............................................................................................................32

Connecting the modem............................................................................................................32

PC cards .........................................................................................................................................33

Installing a PC card .................................................................................................................33

Removing a PC card................................................................................................................34

Using PC-LAN cards................................................................................................................34

Microphone and loudspeakers.........................................................................................................35

Kensington Lock..............................................................................................................................35

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Contents

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

Ports............................................................................................................................................... 38

Connecting an external monitor ...................................................................................................... 39

Connecting an external keyboard.................................................................................................... 39

Connecting an external mouse........................................................................................................ 39

Microsoft IntelliMouse or Fujitsu Siemens Wheel Mouse......................................................... 39

Serial mouse........................................................................................................................... 40

Using the parallel port.....................................................................................................................40

Using the serial port........................................................................................................................40

Establishing a direct connection to a PC.........................................................................................40

Establishing an infrared connection to a PC.................................................................................... 41

Connecting USB devices ................................................................................................................ 41

Settings in BIOS Setup................................................................................................................. 43

Start BIOS Setup ............................................................................................................................ 43

Operating BIOS Setup .................................................................................................................... 43

Setting the password............................................................................................................... 44

Troubleshooting and tips............................................................................................................. 45

Installing new software............................................................................................................ 45

Saving and restoring system files............................................................................................ 45

Restoring the hard disk contents under Windows ME ............................................................. 46

The notebook's date or time is incorrect.................................................................................. 46

Battery indicator does not illuminate........................................................................................ 46

The LCD screen of the notebook remains blank...................................................................... 46

The notebook's LCD screen is difficult to read ........................................................................ 47

The external monitor stays blank ............................................................................................ 47

The external monitor is blank or the image is unstable............................................................ 47

The notebook does not start after switch on............................................................................ 48

The notebook stops working ................................................................................................... 48

The mouse does not work....................................................................................................... 49

The floppy disk cannot be written............................................................................................ 49

The printer does not print........................................................................................................ 49

Acoustic warnings...................................................................................................................49

Error messages on the screen ................................................................................................ 50

Memory extension ........................................................................................................................ 53

Removing and installing memory extension ............................................................................ 53

Technical data............................................................................................................................... 57

Notebook ........................................................................................................................................ 57

Battery............................................................................................................................................ 58

Power adapter................................................................................................................................. 59

Index.............................................................................................................................................. 61

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Introduction

Innovative technology and ergonomic design make your AMILO the ideal user-friendly and reliable travel companion. 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.

The energy-saving processor and the energy-saving functions that can be configured allow you to make the most effective use of the battery capacity.

Your AMILO has 64 -256 Mbyte of main memory installed, depending on the upgrade level. Data is stored on a hard disk drive. Your notebook is also equipped with a 3 1/2-inch disk drive. Depending on the model, your notebook is delivered with a CR-ROM drive, a CD-RW drive, or a DVD-ROM drive. A PC card slot (CardBus or PCMCIA) enables the notebook to operate two type II PC cards or one type III PC card. In addition, your notebook is equipped with an internal Mini PCI modem. In addition, your notebook is equipped with a TV-Out connector to connect to a television.

For mouse control, the notebook has a touchpad. Your notebook has connectors for external devices such as an external monitor, a printer, and a

mouse. The ECP capable parallel port is designed for fast bidirectional data transfer. You can connect peripheral devices such as a scanner, loudspeakers, gamepads, keyboard, or mouse via the two USB ports.

An audio controller, two built in loudspeakers, and a built in microphone provide your AMILO with audio functionality. You can thus incorporate voice, sound effects, and music into your AMILO environment. 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 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 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 your operating system documentation

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

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Introduction Notational conventions

Notational conventions

The following symbols are used in this manual:

Indicates information which is important for your health or for preventing

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.

Ê Text which follows this symbol describes activities that must be performed in

the order shown. This font represents text output on the screen. This font indicates programme names, commands, or menu items. "Quotation marks" indicate names of chapters, data carriers, and terms that are being

emphasised.

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Installing an ergonomic video workstation Introduction

Installing an ergonomic video workstation

Before you set up your equipment, you should select a suitable position for working at the monitor. Please observe the following recommendations when installing a video workstation:

edge of desk

Window

permissible

reaching sector

600 mm

permissible

reaching sector

600 mm

Avoid direct and reflected glare. Avoid glare from electric

lighting.

preferable viewing sector

0°

60°

permissible viewing sector

Position the monitor for optimum viewing. The

65°

30° 30°

approx. 90°

Remember to maintain correct posture. viewing distance to the monitor should be approximately 50 cm.

Position the keyboard where it is easiest to reach.

approx. 90°

and

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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

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

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

• Only use batteries designed for this notebook.

• If a lithium battery (button cell) is installed in the notebook for real-time buffering, please note

following security notes.

manual.

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).

that: 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

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Important notes Manufacturer’s notes

• During installation and before operating the device, please observe the instructions on

environmental conditions in the chapter entitled "Technical data" as well as the instructions in the chapter "Preparing the notebook for use".

• When cleaning the device, please observe the relevant notes in the paragraph "Cleaning the

notebook".

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 incorrec

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

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

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

• You must always discharge static build up (e.g. by touching a grounded

object) before working.

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

• Remove the power plug from the mains supply before inserting o

removing boards containing ESDs.

• Always hold boards with ESDs by their edges.

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

Manufacturer’s notes

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.

Keep this operating manual together with your device. If you pass on the device to third parties, you should also pass on the operating manual and the installation instructions.

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 your 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.

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CE certificate Important notes

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 the following item in the start menu:

Settings - Control Panel - Display - Display Properties - Screen Saver - Energy saving functions for the display. You can set additional energy saving functions in the start menu by selecting the following item: Settings - Control Panel - Energy - Extended.

Energy Star

The notebook from Fujitsu Siemens Computers is designed to conserve electricity by dropping to less than 8 W when it goes into standby/suspend mode and to less than 3 W when it goes into OFF mode. With this level of power management, the notebook qualifies for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Energy Star Computers award.

The EPA estimates that computer equipment uses 5 percent of all business electricity and that this is growing rapidly. If all desktop PCs and peripherals enter a low-power mode when not in use, the overall savings in electricity could amount to $ 2 milliard annually. These savings could also prevent the emission of 20 million tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere - the equivalent of 5 million automobiles. As an Energy Star Partner, Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency.

Disposal and recycling

This device has been manufactured to the highest possible degree from materials which can be recycled or disposed of in a manner that is not environmentally damaging. 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.

Do not throw lithium batteries into the household waste. They must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations concerning special waste.

If you have any questions on disposal, please contact your local office, our Hotline/Help Desk, or: Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH

Recycling Center D-33106 Paderborn

Tel: +49 5251 81 80 10 Fax: +49 5251 81 80 15

CE certificate

The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of the EEC directives 89/336/EEC "Electromagnetic compatibility" and 73/23/EEC "Low voltage directive".

Storing the battery

If you do not use the batteries for long periods, remove them from the notebook. Neve

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Important notes Transporting the notebook

Transporting the notebook

Please observe the points listed below when transporting your notebook.

Before you travel

• Copy important data from the hard disk onto a floppy 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 PC modem card, incompatibilities with the local telecommunications system may result.

Transporting the notebook

• Remove all data carriers (e.g. floppy disk, CD) from the drives.

• Switch off the notebook.

• Unplug the power adapter and all peripheral devices from the mains outlet.

• Disconnect the power adapter cable and the data cables of all peripheral devices.

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

• If your notebook needs to be shipped, use the original packaging or other suitable packaging to

protect it from damage caused by mishandling. or 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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Cleaning the notebook Important notes

Cleaning the notebook

Ê Switch off the notebook. Ê Pull the power plug of the network adapter out of the mains outlet. Ê Remove the battery.

How to remove the battery is described in the section "Inserting and removing 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 that has been moistened in mild domestic detergent and then carefully wrung out.

To clean the keyboard and the touchpad, you can use disinfectant wipes. Wipe the LCD screen with a soft, moistened cloth.

Do not use any cleaning agents that contain abrasives or may corrode plastic. Ensure that no liquid enters the notebook.

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Preparing the notebook for use

Please read the chapter "Important notes".

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

Upon delivery, the battery can be found in the battery compartment and is not charged. You need to charge the battery if you want to operate your notebook with a rechargeable battery.

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

Unpacking and checking the delivery

Ê Unpack all the individual parts. Ê Check the delivery for damage incurred during transportation. Ê Check whether the delivery agrees with the details in the delivery note.

Should you discover that the delivery does not correspond to the delivery note, notify your

local sales outlet immediately.

Do not discard the original packing material of the devices. Keep it for future

transportation.

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 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 it's 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.

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Preparing the notebook for use Connecting the power adapter

Connecting the power adapter

Please take note of the information in the section "Selecting a location".

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.

Upon delivery, the battery can be found in the battery compartment. 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.

Ê Press the release button (1), and unfold the LCD screen upwards (2).

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Connecting the power adapter Preparing the notebook for use

Ê Connect the power adapter cable to the DC jack (DC IN) of the notebook (1). Ê Connect the power cable to the power adapter (2). Ê Plug the power plug into the mains outlet (3).

The power indicator The notebook battery is charging.

on the notebook and the indicator on the power adapter should illuminate.

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Preparing the notebook for use Initial switch-on: Software will be installed

Initial switch-on: Software will be installed

When you switch on your PC for the first time, the supplied software is installed and configured. You should plan some time for this, as this process may not be interrupted.

Ê Press the Suspend/Resume button to switch on the notebook.

The power-on indicator

on the notebook lights up.

First-time software installation

Leave the external power adapter connected to your notebook during the initial

Ê During installation, follow the instructions on screen.

Consult the operating system manual if there is anything unclear about the requested input data.

installation. Once the installation has been started, the notebook must not be switched off! During installation, the notebook may only be rebooted when you are requested to do so!

You will find further information about the system, drivers, utilities, updates, manuals etc. on the "Drivers & Utilities" CD supplied.

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Working with your notebook

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

This chapter describes the basics for operating your notebook. Please see the chapter "Connecting external devices" for instructions on how to connect devices

such as a mouse and a printer to the notebook.

Switching on the notebook

Ê Press the release button (1), and unfold the LCD screen upwards (2). Ê Press the Suspend/Resume button to switch on the notebook (3).

You can configure the Suspend/Resume button underStart - Settings - Control Panel -

Power Options - Power Options Properties . If you have assigned a password, in order to start the operating system you must enter

this password when requested to do so,.

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Working with your notebook Switching off the notebook

Switching off the notebook

Ê Shut down the operating system properly.

If the notebook does not switch off automatically, press the Suspend/Resume button for approx. four seconds (1).

Ê Close the LCD screen of the notebook (2) so that it locks into place.

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Indicators Working with your notebook

Indicators

Suspend/Resume button CD/DVD drive indicator Microphone Hard disk indicator

Power-on indicator

Power indicator Battery indicator Scroll indicator (Scroll Lock) Floppy disk drive indicator

Suspend/Resume button

The Suspend/Resume button functions like an ON/OFF switch. It turns the notebook on and off.

NumLK indicator (Num Lock)

CapsLK indicator (Caps Lock)

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Working with your notebook Indicators

The meanings of the symbols are as follows:

Power-on indicator

• The indicator is green:

The notebook is on.

• The indicator flashes (1 second on / 1 second off):

The notebook is in Standby mode.

• The indicator flashes slowly (1 second on / 2 seconds off):

The notebook is in Suspend to DRAM mode.

• The indicator is dark:

The notebook is switched off or in Suspend to Disk mode.

Power indicator

The power adapter is supplying power to the notebook.

Battery indicator

Shows how much charge the battery has left.

• The indicator is green:

The battery is fully charged.

• The indicator is orange:

The battery is charging.

• The indicator is red:

The battery is empty.

Floppy disk drive indicator

The indicator lights up when a floppy disk in the floppy disk drive is being accessed. You must not remove the floppy disk from the floppy disk drive when this indicator is lit.

Optical drive indicator

The indicator is lit when the CD/DVD in the optical drive is being accessed. You must not remove the CD/DVD from the drive when this indicator is lit.

Hard disk indicator

The indicator lights up when the hard disk drive is being accessed.

NumLK indicator (Num Lock)

The key combination [Fn] on keys in the integrated numeric keypad are enabled.

CapsLK indicator (Caps Lock)

The ÏÏÏÏ key has been pressed. All the characters you type appear in uppercase. In the case of overlay keys, the character on the upper left on the keycap appears when that key is pressed.

[Fn] + [Num

[Fn][Fn]

[Num LK]

[Num[Num

LK] has been pressed. The numbers on the lower left

LK] LK]

Scroll indicator (Scroll Lock)

The [Scr]

[Scr] key has been pressed. The effect this key has varies from programme to

[Scr][Scr]

programme.

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Keyboard Working with your notebook

Keyboard

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.

7/{

Example from a German keyboard

Backspace ke

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, enter, line feed, carriage return)

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

Caps Lock ke

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 on the upper left on the keycap appears when that key is pressed. To cancel the Caps Lock function, simply press the Caps Lock key again.

7/{

AltGr

7/{

NumLk

7/{

Shift key

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

Alt G r

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Alt Gr key

The [Alt

[Alt Gr]

Gr] key causes the characters in the lower middle of the keycap to appear

[Alt[Alt

Gr] Gr]

(e.g. { in the case of the [7]

[7] key on the German keyboard).

[7][7]

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Working with your notebook Keyboard

The [Fn]

[Fn] key enables the special functions indicated on overlay keys (see "Key

[Fn][Fn]

combinations").

If the external keyboard does not feature an [Fn]

Fn key

the [Ctrl]

[Ctrl] + [Alt

[Ctrl][Ctrl]

Cursor keys

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

Break

Pause

Pause key

The [Pause]

[Pause] key temporarily suspends display output. Output will resume when you

[Pause][Pause]

press any other key.

Start key

The Start key invokes the START menu of Windows.

Menu key

The Menu key invokes the menu for the marked item.

Numeric keypad

&*( ) 7890

[Alt Gr]

Gr] keys or the [Ctrl]

[Alt[Alt

Gr] Gr]

[Ctrl] + [Alt]

[Ctrl][Ctrl]

[Alt] keys.

[Alt][Alt]

[Fn] key, you can simultaneously press

[Fn][Fn]

789 /

UI OP

456*

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

If the numeric keypad is enabled (NumLK indicator is lit) and you hold down the [Fn] output the characters printed in blue on the bottom right of the keys.

: ;

,. /

123-

0+,

[Fn] key, you can

[Fn][Fn]

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Keyboard Working with your 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:

Ê Press and hold the first key in the combination. Ê While keeping the first key pressed, press the other key or keys in the combination.

If the external keyboard does not feature an [Fn] the [Ctrl]

[Ctrl] + [Alt

[Ctrl][Ctrl]

[Alt Gr]

Gr] keys or the [Ctrl]

[Alt[Alt

Gr] Gr]

[Ctrl] + [Alt]

[Ctrl][Ctrl]

[Fn] key, you can simultaneously press

[Fn][Fn]

[Alt] keys.

[Alt][Alt]

Switching on Save to Disk

This key combination turns on the Save to Disk mode.

Reducing the contrast (only with HPA displays)

This key combination reduces the contrast.

Increasing the contrast (only with HPA displays)

This key combination increases the contrast.

Switching the loudspeakers on/off

This key combination switches your notebook's integrated loudspeakers off and on.

Switch internal touchpad on/off

This key combination enables and disables the touchpad function. Settings must be made in the BIOS Setup.

Enlarge MS-DOS screen

This key combination enlarges the screen in the MS-DOS mode to the fullscreen mode or switches it back to the 640x480 display mode.

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Reducing the display brightness

This key combination reduces the brightness of the display.

Increasing the display brightness

This key combination increases the brightness of the display.

Reducing the volume

This key combination decreases the volume of the integrated loudspeakers.

Increasing the volume

This key combination raises the volume of the integrated loudspeakers.

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Working with your notebook Keyboard

Ctrl

F10

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:

•

ust the notebook's internal display

•

ust the external display

•

• both the internal and the external display.

• •

Switching TV-Out on/off

F11

This key combination switches the video output (TV out) on or off.

Halting the current operation

This key combination can be used to halt an operation instantly without clearing the keyboard buffer.

Backtab (Shift+Tab)

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

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Touchpad and touchpad buttons Working with your notebook

Touchpad and touchpad buttons

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

The touchpad enables you to move the mouse pointer on the screen. The two touchpad buttons allow the selection and execution of commands. They correspond to the buttons on a conventional mouse.

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.

a = Touchpad b = Touchpad buttons

Moving the pointer

Ê Move your finger over the touchpad.

The pointer moves accordingly.

Selecting an item:

Ê Move the pointer to the item you wish to select. Ê Tap the touchpad once or press the left button once.

The item is selected.

Executing a command

Ê Move the pointer to the field you wish to select. Ê Tap the touchpad twice or press the left button twice.

The command is executed.

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Working with your notebook Display settings

Dragging an object

Ê Move the pointer to the item you wish to select. Ê Select the desired object, and leave your finger on the touchpad. Ê Drag the object to the desired position. Ê Lift your finger from the touchpad.

The item is moved.

Display settings

Setting the desktop area

You can change the screen resolution under Start - Settings- Control Panel - Display - Settings and then selecting from the Resolution field.

Adjusting the font size

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

Adjusting the contrast (only with HPA displays)

You can adjust the contrast of your LCD screen with the keys [Fn]

[Fn]

[Fn] and [F1]

[Fn][Fn]

[F1] you can reduce the contrast; with [Fn]

[F1][F1]

These key combinations ([Fn]

[Fn] + [F1]

[Fn][Fn]

[Fn] and [F2]

[Fn][Fn]

[F1] and [Fn]

[F1][F1]

[Fn] + [F2]

[Fn][Fn]

[Fn] and [F6]

[Fn][Fn]

[F2] you can increase the contrast.

[F2][F2]

[F2]) only work with HPA displays.

[F2][F2]

[F6] or [Fn]

[F6][F6]

[Fn] and [F7]

[Fn][Fn]

[F7]: With

[F7][F7]

Setting the display brightness

You can adjust the brightness of your LCD screen with the keys [Fn]

[Fn]

[Fn] and [F6]

[Fn][Fn]

Synchronising the display on the LCD screen and an external monitor

Your notebook supports the simultaneous display on the LCD monitor and an external monitor. If the picture does not appear correctly on the LCD monitor, press the key combination [Fn] several times, or switch the external monitor off and then on again. This achieves good picture synchronisation.

Adjusting the speed of the mouse pointer

You can change the speed of the mouse pointer under Start - Settings - Control Panel - Mouse and clicking on the Motion tab.

[F6] you adjust the screen darker, and with [Fn]

[F6][F6]

[Fn] and [F7]

[Fn][Fn]

[Fn] and [F6]

[Fn][Fn]

[F7] brighter.

[F7][F7]

[F6] or [Fn]

[F6][F6]

[Fn] and [F7]

[Fn][Fn]

[Fn] + [F10]

[Fn][Fn]

[F7]: With

[F7][F7]

[F10]

[F10][F10]

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Battery Working with your notebook

Battery

When not plugged into a mains outlet, the notebook runs on its built-in battery. You can extend the battery life by taking advantage of the available energy saving functions.

The battery indicator you switch on the notebook, it takes a few seconds before the battery status is displayed.

The average battery life is around 500 charge/discharge cycles.

displays the remaining battery charge (see the section "Indicators"). When

Charging, caring for and maintaining the battery

Only use batteries designed for this notebook.

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

power adapter").

The battery can only be charged when the ambient temperature is between 5°C and max. 40°C. With the notebook switched on or off, the battery will completely recharge in approximately three to

four hours. Work in the battery mode until an acoustic warning prompts you to recharge and the battery

indicator begins to flash. 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 automatically switches itself off.

If you do not use the batteries for long periods, remove them from the notebook. Neve

store the batteries in the unit. See also section "Storing the battery".

The remaining battery charge is indicated by the battery symbol in the status indicator panel (see the section "Indicators").

When not plugged into a mains outlet, power management includes a "battery charge meter" located in the task bar. When you position the cursor on the battery icon, the battery charge level is displayed with a blue status bar. This blue bar progressively decreases as the battery discharges.

Storing the battery

Store the battery in a fully charged state. The battery should be stored in a dry area at a temperature between 0°C and +30°C.

If storing for a long period of time (longer than two months) batteries should be fully charged before storage.

To be able to make use of the optimal charging capacity of the batteries, the battery should be completely discharged and then fully recharged.

If you do not use the batteries for long periods, remove them from the notebook. Neve

store the batteries in the unit. The lower the temperature at which the batteries are stored, the lower is the rate of self-discharge.

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Working with your notebook Battery

Inserting and removing the battery

Only use batteries designed for this notebook.

Ê Switch off the notebook. Ê Place the notebook on a flat surface. Ê Close the LCD screen. Ê Turn the notebook over.

Removing the battery

Never use force when inserting or removing a battery. Make sure that no foreign objects enter the slots.

Ê Push the slide in the direction of the arrow up

to the stop (1).

Ê Lift out the battery upward in the direction of

the arro

(2).

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Ê Pull the battery out of the battery

compartment (3).

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Using the power-management features Working with your notebook

Installing the battery

Ê Position the battery at the edge of the

casing (1).

Ê Tilt and press the battery into the battery

compartment (2).

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

The operating system uses ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) for power management under Windows. The energy saving functions can be activated under Start – Settings – Control Panel – Power Options. Under Windows ME, 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 Suspend/Resume button while the notebook is in one of the energy-saving modes.

If your notebook is in an energy-saving mode mode:

• Do not connect any external peripheral devices.

• Do not disconnect any external peripheral devices.

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

• Do not change or remove the floppy disk, if inserted.

• Do not add or remove RAM.

• Do not add or remove a PC card.

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Working with your notebook Hard disk

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 floppy disks or CDs to your hard disk.

When the hard disk is accessed, the hard disk indicator lights up

Optical drive

Your notebook is delivered with an optical drive. Depending on the model, your notebook is equipped with a CR-ROM drive, a CD-RW drive, or a DVD-ROM drive.

This device contains a light-emitting diode, classified according to IEC 825-1:1993:

LASER CLASS 1, and must not be opened. 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.

1 = Insert/Eject button 2 = Opening for manual ejection You may use both 8 cm and 12 cm CDs/DVDs in the CD/DVD drive.

When using CDs/DVDs of minor quality vibrations and reading errors may occur.

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Optical drive Working with your notebook

Optical drive indicator

The CD/DVD drive indicator flashes when a CD/DVD is inserted. It goes out when the drive is ready to read. It lights up when the drive is accessed.

If the CD/DVD drive indicator does not go out after inserting a CD/DVD, but instead

continues to flash, the CD/DVD is probably damaged or dirty.

Inserting or removing a CD/DVD

The notebook must be switched on.

Ê Push the insert/eject button (1).

The drive tray will open.

Ê Pull the drive tray all the way out (2). Ê Place the CD/DVD in the drive tray with the label facing upwards.

Ê Take out an inserted CD/DVD.

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Working with your notebook Optical drive

Ê 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.

Ê Switch off the notebook.

Ê Press a pen or a piece of wire (e.g. a paperclip) firmly into the opening°(a).

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

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Working with floppy disks Working with your notebook

Working with floppy disks

Follow the instructions supplied by the vendor of the floppy disks.

Never clean the floppy disk drives with cleaning disks. Even one attempt would destroy the read/write head in the disk drive within 20 seconds.

1 = Insertion direction 2 = Label area 3 = Write protection tab for a 1.44 Mbyte floppy disk 4 = Identification of a 1.44 MB floppy disk or write protect switch on a 120 MB floppy disk 5 = Eject button for inserted floppy disks 6 = Disk is write-protected 7 = Disk is not write-protected

To insert a diskette:

Ê Push the floppy disk into the drive in the insertion direction (1) until it engages. The label

should be facing upward.

To remove a diskette:

Ê Push the eject button (5).

Protect the floppy disk against being overwritten or erased

Ê Slide the write-protect slider into position "write-protected" (6). The hole is now visible.

Deactivate write protection

Ê Slide the write-protect slider into position (7). The hole is now covered.

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Working with your notebook The integrated 56k modem

The 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) dialing

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

Pulse dialing: Belgium, France, Holland and Italy.

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

Connecting the modem

Ê Connect the country-specific telephone adapter to the modem cable (1). Ê Connect the modem cable to the notebook (2). Ê Connect the modem cable to your telephone wall socket (3).

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PC cards Working with your notebook

PC cards

Two PC card slots (CardBus and PCMCIA) enable the notebook to operate two type II PC cards or one type III PC card.

The PC card must not consume more than 600 mA (at +5 V) or 60 mA (at +12 V).

Installing a PC card

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

Ê Insert the PC card, contacts first, into the lower slot guide. The labelled side of the PC card

must be facing upward.

Ê 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

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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.

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Working with your notebook PC cards

Removing a PC card

Ê Fold out the eject buttons. Ê Push the eject button (1). Ê Slide the PC card out of the notebook (2).

Using PC-LAN cards

With PC-LAN cards you can access all resources of your local network (LAN = Local Area Network).

• Before you can use PC-LAN cards, you must configure your notebook for use with the network

operating system. Open the Configuration tab under Start - Control Panel - Network and select the desired configuration.

• If your notebook or your PC-LAN card is delivered with a driver diskette, install the drivers from

this diskette.

• Set up your notebook for use in a local network with the support of the network manager.

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Microphone and loudspeakers Working with your notebook

Microphone and loudspeakers

a = built-in microphone b = built-in loudspeakers Your notebook contains a built-in microphone (a) and two loudspeakers (b).

If you attach an external microphone, the built-in microphone is disabled. The internal loudspeakers switch off when you attach headphones or external loudspeakers to the audio jack.

Kensington Lock

a = Kensington Lock You can protect your notebook from theft with the Kensington Lock device (a) and a Kensington

MicroSaver.

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Connecting external devices

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

notes" chapter.

Read the documentation on the external device before connecting it. Disconnect all the devices from their respective power sources when you connect or

disconnect a device. Do not connect or disconnect cables during a thunderstorm. Always take hold of the actual plug. Never unplug a cable by pulling the cable itself. Connect and disconnect peripheral devices in the order described below.

Connecting devices

1) Turn off all power and equipment switches.

2) Pull all power plugs out of grounded 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

1) Turn off all power and equipment switches.

2) Pull all power plugs out of grounded mains outlets.

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

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

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Connecting external devices Ports

Ports

The ports are marked with the following symbols (or with similar symbols):

USB port Monitor port Modem connector

Parallel port Headphones port Serial port Microphone connector

PS/2 port (for keyboard or mouse)

Some of the devices that you connect require special drivers (see the operating system

and device documentation).

TV out socket

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Connecting an external monitor Connecting external devices

Connecting an external monitor

An external monitor can be connected to the notebook. The graphics card in your notebook supports extended SXGA resolutions of up to 1280x1024/60 Hz and 16 bit colour depth.

• Using the [Fn]

monitor and the LCD screen.

[Fn] + [F10]

[Fn][Fn]

[F10] key combination you can switch back and forth between the external

[F10][F10]

• If your notebook is equipped with a TFT monitor, you can display the same picture on the

external monitor and the LCD screen simultaneously.

Ê Switch off the notebook and the external monitor. Ê Connect the external monitor to the monitor port on your notebook. Ê First switch on the monitor and then the notebook.

Setting the refresh rate for your external monitor

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

Ê To change the refresh rate or resolution select the monitor type in the menu Start - Settings -

Control Panel - Display - Settings - Advanced - Monitor.

Ê Now select the Adapter tab. Ê Adjust the refresh rate and then click Apply.

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.

Connecting an external keyboard

You do not need to switch off your notebook.

Ê Simply connect the external keyboard to the PS/2 port on your notebook.

Connecting an external mouse

You do not need to switch off your notebook.

Ê Simply connect the mouse to the PS/2 port on your notebook.

Microsoft IntelliMouse or Fujitsu Siemens Wheel Mouse

If you want to use the Microsoft IntelliMouse or the Fujitsu Siemens Wheel Mouse as an optional device, you need to change the settings in the BIOS Setup:

Ê Call the BIOS Setup. Ê Select the Advanced menu. Ê Select the Keyboard/Mouse Features field. Ê Set the option Internal Pointing Device to Auto Disabled.

With external PS/2 mouse devices it may be necessary to reboot the notebook or to end the Standby mode to reactivate the mouse after it has been temporarily removed.

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Connecting external devices Using the parallel port

Serial mouse

Ê Switch off the notebook. Ê Connect the mouse to the parallel port on your notebook. Ê Run the mouse service programme under Start - Settings - Control Panel and select the General

tab.

Ê Select the correct mouse type. Ê Restart the notebook.

Using the parallel port

Ê Switch off the notebook. Ê Connect the data cable of the printer to the parallel port on the notebook. Ê Plug the power cable of the printer into the mains outlet. Ê First switch on the printer, then the notebook.

Using the serial port

Establishing a direct connection to a PC

Ê Produce a parallel or serial cable connection. Ê Select Start - Settings - Control Panel - Network and release the folder or the printer with the

Release option.

Ê Start the server (Host) and configure it. Ê Select Start - Programs - Accessories - Communication and click on PC direct connection to start

the assistant. Select Host and follow the instructions.

Ê Start the client (guest) and configure it using the same assistant as for the host. Ê Select Guest in the last selection.

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Establishing an infrared connection to a PC Connecting external devices

Establishing an infrared connection to a PC

Using the infrared software for Windows ME, you can communicate with another PC or printer equipped with an infrared interface.

Before you can establish an infrared connection, you must have activated the infrared

Configuring the infrared connection

By default, the mode for the infrared port is set to FIR in the BIOS Setup ("Fast IrDA Mode"). If you want to communicate with a system on which Windows ME is not running, you can change the setting to IrDA. Please note that IrDA is the slower mode and is generally used on older computers.

software in Windows ME. Additional information on the infrared interface is contained in the Windows help in the Start menu under the topic "Infrared".

Connecting USB devices

You can connect a wide range of external devices to the USB port (e.g. a printer, a scanner or a modem).

USB devices are hot-pluggable. Therefore, the cables from USB devices can connected

Ê Connect the data cable to the external device. Ê Connect the data cable to the USB port .

and disconnected with the system switched on. Additional information can be found in the documentation for the USB devices.

Device drivers

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.

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Settings in BIOS Setup

In BIOS Setup you can set the system functions and the hardware configuration of the notebook. The settings can only be changed via the keyboard.

When it is delivered, the notebook is set to factory default settings. You can change these settings in BIOS Setup. Any changes you make take effect as soon as you save and quit the BIOS Setup.

The BIOS Setup programme contains the following menus:

• Main: for system settings as time, date, hard disk and monitor selection

• Advanced: for system settings such as interfaces and keyboard, audio and video

functions

• Security: for password settings and safety functions

• Power: for setting the energy saving functions

• Boot: for configuring the boot sequence

•

Info: displays the system configuration, such as for the processor and memory

capacity

• Exit: to exit the BIOS Setup

Start BIOS Setup

Ê Restart the notebook (switching ON/OFF or warm boot). Ê When the message Press F2 to enter Setup appears, press the key [F2]

If a password has been assigned:

Ê Enter the password and press the Enter key. Ê If you have forgotten the password, contact your system administrator or contact our

Hotline/Help Desk.

[F2].

[F2][F2]

Operating BIOS Setup

Ê Use the cursor key å Ê Press the Enter key.

The menu is displayed on the screen.

Ê Use the cursor key æ Ê Press the space bar to confirm your selection. Ê Press the [ESC] Ê Press the [F1]

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

Ê Make a note of the changes you have made (here in this manual, for example). Ê Using the [F9]

currently in.

[ESC] key to exit the selected menu.

[ESC][ESC]

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

[F1][F1]

[F9] function key, you can load the default settings for the BIOS Setup menu you are

[F9][F9]

å or çççç to select the menu you wish to access to make changes.

åå

æ or èèèè to select the field you wish to change.

ææ

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Settings in BIOS Setup

Setting the password

We recommend you to print out the following instructions, as these instructions cannot be

With the BIOS Setup you can set a user password and a supervisor password. The supervisor password enables you to access the entire system configuration (access to the BIOS

Setup). The user password only allows you limited access to the configuration of the BIOS Setup. You cannot assign a user password until after you set a supervisor password.

Setting the password

Ê Switch on your notebook. Ê Start the BIOS Setup. Ê Change to the Security menu.

displayed while setting the password. You have three attempts to enter the correct password. After three attempts your system

will be locked. In this case, you must switch your notebook off before you attempt a restart. If you have forgotten your password, please contact your customer service centre.

Ê Use the cursor keys æ

æ or èèèè to select the password.

ææ

Ê Press the Enter key to change the setting.

The Password dialogue field appears on the screen.

Ê Enter the password and press the Enter key.

The password can be up to seven characters long. You can only use lowercase letters and numbers. The characters do not appear on the screen during entry.

You are asked to confirm the password.

Ê Enter the password again and confirm with the Enter key.

Changing and deleting a password

Ê Switch on your notebook. Ê Start the BIOS Setup. Ê Change to the Security menu. Ê Use the key Â

The Password dialogue field appears on the screen.

Â or ÀÀÀÀ.

ÂÂ

Ê Enter your current password and press the Enter key. Ê Enter a new password and press the Enter key if you want to change your current password. Ê Press the Enter key.

You are asked to confirm the password.

Ê Enter the password again and confirm with the Enter key.

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Troubleshooting and tips

Take note of the safety hints in the chapter "Important notes", when you connect or

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

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

Ê Switch off the notebook. Ê Contact your sales outlet or our Hotline/Help Desk.

Installing new software

When installing programmes or drivers, important files may be overwritten and modified. To be able to access the original data in the case of any problems following installation, you should backup your hard disk prior to installation.

Saving and restoring system files

With "Microsoft Backup" you can create backup copies of your system files and restore the files. We recommend that you create a backup copy of all important files after switching on your notebook for the first time.

disconnect cables.

error messages displayed.

Ê Click on Start and select Accessories and System Programs. Ê Click on Backup. Ê Depending on whether you want to create a backup copy or restore the files, select either the

Backup or the Restore tab.

Ê Follow the instructions on the screen.

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Troubleshooting and tips

Restoring the hard disk contents under Windows ME

All data on the hard disk will be deleted. 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.

Using the Windows Recovery CD and the Drivers & Utilities CD, you can restore your notebook to the state in which it was originally delivered from the factory.

Ê Insert the "Start-Disk for Windows ME" into the floppy disk drive and switch the notebook on. Ê Follow the instructions on the screen.

Detailed PC knowledge is required for manual partitioning.

Ê Insert the Windows Recovery CD into the optical drive. Ê Start the Setup programme on the CD.

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

The notebook's date or time is incorrect

Ê Double-click on the clock in the task bar and adjust the time.

Ê Set the time and/or date in the BIOS Setup menu Main.

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. Should the problem persist, please contact our Hotline/Help Desk.

Battery indicator does not illuminate

Battery is not installed or is defective

If the battery status indicator does not light up, either no battery is installed or there is no contact between the notebook and the battery.

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

Ê Charge the battery.

If this does not succeed, you must change the battery for a new one. When you dispose of used batteries, please observe the safety instructions in the chapter "Important notes".

The LCD screen of the notebook remains blank

Monitor is switched off

Ê Press a key or enter the password

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The notebook's LCD screen is difficult to read

Reflection

Ê 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

Ê Switch the external monitor on.

Power saving has been activated (screen is blank)

Ê Press any key to continue.

Brightness control is set too dark

Ê Adjust the brightness control.

Screen output is set to the notebook’s LCD screen

Ê Press the key combination [Fn]

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

[Fn] + [F10]

[Fn][Fn]

[F10] (selecting internal/external display).

[F10][F10]

Ê Switch off the external monitor and the notebook. Ê Check whether the power cable is plugged properly into the power adapter and into the mains

outlet.

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

(if it is plugged in with a connector).

Ê Switch on the external monitor and the notebook.

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.

Ê Close the application programme in Windows ME with [Alt]

occur after ending the programme, switch over to the notebook's internal LCD screen with [Fn] + [F12]

[F12] and carry out the following routine:

[F12][F12]

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

− Setting the screen resolution: Select Start - Settings- Control Panel - Display - Settings and then the screen resolution you require in the Resolution field.

[Alt] + [F4]

[Alt][Alt]

[F4].... If the fault continues to

[F4][F4]

[Fn]

[Fn][Fn]

− Selecting the monitor: Select the correct monitor under Start - Settings- Control Panel - Display - Settings - Advanced Properties - Monitor - Modify .

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The notebook does not start after switch on

If the notebook does not start after switch on, this may be due to one of the following:

The battery is not installed correctly

Ê Switch off the notebook. Ê Check whether the battery is installed correctly in its compartment. Ê Switch the notebook on.

The battery is dead

Ê Charge the battery.

Ê Install a charged battery.

Ê Connect the power adapter to the notebook.

The power adapter is not connected correctly

Ê Switch off the notebook. Ê Check whether the power adapter is connected correctly to the notebook. Ê Check whether the power cable is plugged properly into the power adapter and into the mains

outlet. The indicator on the power adapter should illuminate.

Ê Switch the notebook on.

The notebook stops working

If the notebook stops working, this may have the following reasons:

The notebook is in Standby or Suspend mode

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

(Suspend mode).

An application programme has caused the malfunction

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

boot.

The battery is dead

Ê Charge the battery.

Ê Install a charged battery.

Ê Connect the power adapter to the notebook.

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The mouse does not work

If the connected mouse does not work, the following can cause it:

Mouse driver is not loaded

Ê Check whether the correct mouse driver is properly installed and is present before the

application programme is started. Detailed information can be found in the User Guides for the mouse or application programme.

Mouse is not connected

Ê Switch off the notebook. Ê Check whether the mouse cable is correctly connected to the notebook.

If you use an adapter or extension lead with the mouse cable, check the connections.

Ê Switch the notebook on.

The floppy disk cannot be written

Ê Check whether the disk is OK and is not write-protected.

The printer does not print

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

printer).

Ê Check that the cable connecting the notebook and the printer is connected properly. Ê Check that the correct printer driver is installed. Ê Check in the BIOS Setup whether the Advanced - I/O Device Configuration field is set correctly for

the port you are using. The respective entry in the fields of Serial Port or Parallel Port must match the setting in the application programme under Windows ME.

Acoustic warnings

A beep sounds every few seconds

The battery is almost flat.

Ê Charge the battery.

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Error messages on the screen

This section describes the error messages generated by the BIOS-Setup. Error messages displayed by the operating system or programmes are described in the relevant manuals.

CMOS Battery Bad

If the error message occurs repeatedly, then the buffer battery in the notebook is flat.

Ê Connect the notebook via its power adapter to the mains outlet. The buffer battery will take

approximately two days to complete its recharge.

If the error message appears repeatedly, please contact the place of purchase or our Hotline/Help Desk.

System CMOS checksum bad – Default configuration used

The system configuration information is incorrect.

Ê Switch off the notebook. Ê Switch the notebook on. Ê Enter the BIOS Setup programme by pressing [F2]

[F2].

[F2][F2]

Ê Select the Exit menu in the BIOS Setup. Ê Select the Default Setup entry and click on OK.

If the error message appears repeatedly, please contact the place of purchase or our Hotline/Help Desk.

Insert system diskette and press Enter key to reboot

The operating system cannot be loaded or the hard disk contains no operating system or is not formatted.

Ê Insert a system disk. Ê Press any key to continue.

Invalid system disk - Replace the disk, and then press any key

The inserted disk is not a system disk or the inserted system disk is defective.

Ê Insert another system disk. Ê Press any key to continue.

If you wish to boot from floppy disk:

Ê Insert a system disk. Ê Press any key to continue.

Diskette drive A error

Ê Start the BIOS Setup and make sure that the parametre for floppy disk drive A has been set to

the format 1.44 Mbyte, 3 1/2 inch.

Extended memory failed at offset: xxxx Failing Bits: zzzz zzzz

When testing the extended memory an error has resulted at the address xxxx.

Ê Check whether the additional memory module has been inserted correctly.

Should you receive this error message again, please contact your dealer.

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Failure Fixed Disk n

The settings of the hard disk drive are incorrect.

Ê Start the BIOS Setup (IDE Adapter 0 Master submenu) and select the correct settings.

Fixed Disk address conflict Diskette Drive address conflict

There is an I/O address conflict.

Ê Start the BIOS Setup and check the corresponding settings.

Incorrect Drive A type - run SETUP

Ê Start the BIOS Setup and make sure that the parametre for floppy disk drive A has been set to

the format 1.44 Mbyte, 3 1/2 inch.

Keyboard controller error

Ê Switch off the notebook with the Suspend/Resume button. Ê Wait3-5seconds and switch on the notebook again.

If this error message appears again, please contact your point of sale or our Hotline/Help Desk.

Keyboard error

If you use an external keyboard:

Ê Check the connection and reboot the notebook.

If this error message appears again, please contact your point of sale or our Hotline/Help Desk.

nn Stuck key

Ê Make sure that no key is pressed.

If this error message appears again, please contact your point of sale or our Hotline/Help Desk.

Operating system not found

Ê Check in the BIOS Setup whether your hard disk has been set correctly. Ê Make sure that the operating system is installed on the corresponding drive.

Not enough Save-to-Disk partition or file exists on Fixed Disk - Save-to-Disk feature is disabled.

The Save-to-Disk mode is not available to you, as no memory space has been assigned to this mode.

Ê Use the PHDISK service programme to assign the memory space required for this mode.

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Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to SETUP.

This error message appears if an error occurs during the self-test before starting the operating system.

Ê Press the [F1] Ê Enter the BIOS Setup programme by pressing [F2]

Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration used

Due to an error during the previous system boot, default values were used for certain settings. Check the BIOS Setup and the settings.

Ê Press the [F1]

Real Time clock error

[F1] function key to start the operating system.

[F1][F1]

[F2].

[F2][F2]

[F1] function key when prompted to do so.

[F1][F1]