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Notebook English
EasyGuide
AMILO Xa Series
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Are there ...
... any technical questions or problems?
Please contact:
• our Hotline/Help Desk (see Help Desk list) or visit: "
www.fujitsu-siemens.com/ helpdesk")
• Your sales partner
• your sales office
Additional information is contained in the Help Desk list and the "Warranty" manual.
You can find the "Warranty"manual on y our notebook by selecting Startsymbol - Manual
or on the "Drivers & Utilities"CD/DVD or on our website.
Latest information on our products, tips, updates etc. can be found on our
website at: "
www.fujitsu-siemens.com"
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This manual w as produced by Xerox Global Services
Published by
Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH
Edition 1, April 2007
Order no.: 10600816219
Order no. : 440 N30824
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AMILO Xa Series
Innovative technology... 1
Ports and operating elements
3
Important notes 4
Using your notebook for the first time
8
Working with the notebook 11
Security fun
ctions
43
Connecting external devices
46
Removing and installing components
during ser
vicing
54
Settings in BIOS Setup Utility
60
Troubleshooting and tips
62
Techni
cal data
67
Manufacturer’s notes
69
Index 71
EasyGuide
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Contents
Innovativetechnology... ................................................................ 1
Areyou missing information? ............................................................ 1
Notational conventions .................................................................. 2
Ports and operating elemen
ts ..........................................................
3
Importantnotes ........................................................................ 4
Safety information ....................................................................... 4
Energy saving .......................................................................... 4
Energy saving under Windows ....................................................... 4
Informationsources ..................................................................... 5
Travelling withyour notebook ............................................................ 6
Before youtravel ................................................................... 6
Transporting the Notebook . . . ....................................................... 6
Cleaning the Notebook .................................................................. 7
Using your noteboo
kforthefirsttime ..................................................
8
Unpacking and che
cking your notebook ...................................................
8
Selecting the loc
ation ...................................................................
9
Connecting the po
weradapter ...........................................................
9
Switching the no
tebook on for the firsttime ................................................
10
Workingwith thenotebook ............................................................ 11
Switching on the Notebook . . . ........................................................... 11
Switching off the Notebook . . . ........................................................... 12
Status indicators ........................................................................ 13
Keyboard ............................................................................... 15
Separate numeric keypad . ........................................................... 17
Key combination .................................................................... 17
Country and keyboard settings ....................................................... 19
Easy Launch keys ...................................................................... 20
Touchpadand touchpad buttons .......................................................... 20
Using the touchpad buttons . . . ....................................................... 21
LCDscreen ............................................................................ 22
Informationon theLCD screen ....................................................... 22
Screen settings ..................................................................... 23
Webcam ............................................................................... 23
Battery ................................................................................. 24
Charging, caring for andmaintaining thebattery ....................................... 24
Removing andinstalling thebattery ................................................... 25
Using thepower-management features ................................................... 26
ExpressCards .......................................................................... 28
Inserting the ExpressCard ........................................................... 28
Removing the ExpressCard ......................................................... 29
Memory cards .......................................................................... 30
Inserting the memorycard .............................................................. 30
Removing thememorycard .............................................................. 30
Hard disk ............................................................................... 30
CD/DVD ............................................................................... 31
CD/DVD datastoragemedia(certaindevicesonly) ..................................... 31
Handling CD/DVDs .................................................................. 32
CD/DVD drives (device-dependen t) ................................................... 32
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Inserting orremovinga CD/DVD ...................................................... 33
Removing t he CD/DVD by hand (emergency removal) .................................. 33
Regional code s for DVD filmsand DVD players ........................................ 34
Adjusting the AutoPlay function ofyour CD/DVD drive .................................. 34
Microphone and loudspeakers . . . ........................................................ 35
Volume: adjusting ................................................................... 36
Ethernet and LAN ....................................................................... 36
Integrated 56k m odem . . ................................................................ 37
Connecting notebook mod em to telephone wall socket . . . .............................. 37
Wireless compone nts (wireless LAN/Bluetooth) . . . ......................................... 38
Switching the wireless LAN/Bluetooth moduleon and off ............................... 38
Remote control forthe Windows Vista Media Center ....................................... 39
Removing remote control ............................................................ 39
Using theremotecontrol ............................................................. 40
Buttons ............................................................................. 41
Securityfunctions ..................................................................... 43
Brief overview ofsecurityfunctions ....................................................... 43
Using Kensington Lock .................................................................. 43
Configuring passwordprotectionin BIOS SetupUtility ...................................... 44
Protecting BIOS Setup Utility (supervisor and user passwo rd) . .......................... 44
Password protection of operating system .............................................. 45
Connectingexternaldevices ........................................................... 46
Ports ................................................................................... 47
Connecting an external monitor . . ........................................................ 48
Setting therefreshratefor your external monitor ....................................... 48
Connecting USB devices ................................................................ 49
Connecting FireWire devices . ............................................................ 49
Connecting external audio devices . . . . . . ................................................. 50
Microphone port . . . . . ................................................................ 50
Line Insocket ....................................................................... 50
Headphones/SPDIF port (loudspeaker port / line out) . .................................. 51
Connecting an external device to S-Video Out ............................................. 52
Activating the TVreceiver ............................................................ 53
Removing and installing components during servicing .. . .............................. 54
Notes o n installing and removing boards and components .................................. 54
Removing andinstalling thebattery ....................................................... 54
Removing andinstalling theharddisk .................................................... 55
Removing thehard disk .............................................................. 55
Installing thehard disk ............................................................... 56
Second harddisk(certaindevicesonly) .............................................. 56
Memory: expansion ..................................................................... 57
Installing a nd removing the memory expansion . . . . . . .................................. 57
Settings in BIO S Setup Utility . ......................................................... 60
Starting the BIOSSetup Utility ........................................................... 60
Using theBIOS Setup Utility ......................................................... 60
Exiting BIOS SetupUtility ............................................................ 61
Troubleshootingand tips .............................................................. 62
Restoring installed software .............................................................. 62
Restoring the ope rating system, drivers, manuals and special software . . . ............... 63
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The not ebook’s date or time is incorrect ................................................... 63
A b eep sounds at a rate of one per second . . . ............................................ 63
The notebook’s LCD screen remains blank . . . . ............................................ 63
The LCD screen is difficult toread ........................................................ 63
Theexternalmonitorremains blank ...................................................... 64
Theexternalmonitorisblank or theimage is unstable ..................................... 64
The notebook ca nnot be started . . . ....................................................... 65
The notebook sto ps working . . ........................................................... 65
The printer does not print . . . . . ........................................................... 66
The radio connection to a network does not work . . ........................................ 66
Technicaldata ......................................................................... 67
Notebook . . ............................................................................. 67
Battery ................................................................................. 68
Power adapter 90 W .................................................................... 68
Manufacturer’snotes .................................................................. 69
Disposal andrecycling .................................................................. 69
Declarationsof Conformity ............................................................... 69
Copyright-protected technology .......................................................... 69
CEmarking ............................................................................ 70
Index .................................................................................. 71
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Innovative technology...
Innovative technology...
and ergonomic design make your AMILO a reliable, convenient no tebook.
Your notebook is available in several different ver sions. Most of the sections in this manual apply to
all models – any differences are indicated separately. Some of the illustrations and features in this
manual may differ from your model and are for guidance only. The "o ptional" components described
in this manual are only available for certain models and must be selected at the time of purchase. At
the time this manual is printed it is not possible to say whether the "model-specific" components
and functions described in this manual will be available for your own particular model.
If you have purchased a notebook with a Microsoft Windows operating system, this will be pre-installed
and optimally configured for you. The notebook is read y to use when you switch it on for the firs t time.
Your notebook features the very latest technology so that you get the best performance from
your computing experience. Depending on which model you own, you have access to:
• up to 2 or 4 GB of ma in memory (RAM). Please contact our Technical Support
for information on released memory modules.
• a CD/DVD burner for watching DVD movies or recording your own CDs and DVDs
• depending on the model, a second hard disk to allow your notebook to be
operated with two hard disks in a RAID configuration
• an S-Video O ut socket for conne cting your notebo ok to your television
• a FireWire port for conn ecting high speed devices such as digital camcorders
• several USB ports which provide easy expansion with webcams, game pads, printers and more
• an integral webcam to take photos or to video chat
• an internal modem, LAN or wireless LAN for Internet access
• an ExpressCard slot for operating an ExpressCard/34 or ExpressCard/54
• a memory card slot for transferring digital pho tos, music and videos quickly onto your notebook
• two onboard microphones for voice recording or Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)
• an onboard sound card, two stereo loudspeakers and a bass loudspeaker
(subwoofer) for your audio enjoyment
• you can connect a microphone and external loudspeakers t o o btain an even better sound
With the user-friendly "BIOS Setup Utility" you can control your notebook’s hardware and protect
your system better against unauthorised access by using the powerful password properties.
This operating manual tells you how to put your AMILO into operation, and
how to operate it in daily use.
Are you missing information?
An overview with further information about your notebook can be found in
"
Information sources", Page 5.
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Innovative technology...
Notational conventions
Pay particular attention to text marked with this symbol. Failure to observe
this warning endangers your life, destroys the device, or may lead to loss of
data. Failure to follow the instructions may lead to loss of data , invalidate
your warranty, destroy the device, or endanger your life
indicates important informat
ion that is required to use the device properly.
►
refers to an action which you must carry out.
indicates a result
This style
flags data entered using the keyboard in a program dialog or command
line, e.g. your password (Name123) or a command to launch a program
(start.exe)
This style
refers to information displayed by a program on the screen, e.g.:
Installation is completed
This style
is for
• terms and texts in a softwar
e user interface, e.g.: ClickSave.
• names of programs or files, e.g. Windows or setup.exe.
"This style"
is for
• cross-references to another section, e.g. "Safety information"
• Cross-references to an external source, e.g. a web address: For more
information, go to "
www.fujitsu-siemens.com"
• indicates names of CDs and DVDs as well as names and titles of othe r
materials, e.g.: "CD/DVD Drivers & Utilities" or "Safety" manual
Abc
refers to a key on the k eyboard , e.g.:
F10
This style
flags concepts and text tha t are emphasised or highlighted, e.g.: Do not
switch o ff device
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Ports and operating elements
Ports and operating elements
PortsandoperatingelementsModemportLCDscreenMonitorportS-VideooutsocketBuilt-inlo udspeakersLoudspeakerportBluetoothportWirelessLANKensingtonLockLANportMemorycardslotFireWire portUSBportExpressCardslotBatteryBatteryreleaseSIM c ardHarddiskTouchpadbuttonsTouch padNotebookON/OFFswitchEasyLaunchkeysInfrared interfaceCD/DVDdriveHeadphoneportMicrophone portLineinLineoutSPDIFportDCINjackWebcam
This chapter presents t he individual hardware components of your notebook. It provides
an overview of the notebook’s displays and po rts. Please familiarise yourself with these
components befo re you start to work with your notebook.
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6
9
1
2
3
5
4
22
21
20
25
26
27
19
30
29
28
24
23
6
7
31
8
18
13
11
10
15
16
17
12
1=USBport
2 = FireWire port
3 = LAN port
4=USBports
5 = ExpressCard slot
6 = Built-in loudspeakers
7 = ON/OFF switch of the notebook
8 = Easy Launch keys
9 = Status indicators
10 = Memory card slot
11 = Volume control
12 = Touchpad
13 = Headphones/SPDIF port (loudspeaker
port / line out)
14 = Microphone port
15 = Line in
16 = Remote con trol interface
17 = On/Off switch for wireless LAN, Bluetooth
18 = Touchpad keys
19 = Bass loudspeaker (subwoofer)
20 = CD/DVD drive
21 = Modem port
22 = Kensington Lock
23 = Service compartment (hard disk(s))
24 = Service compartment (memory)
25 = S-Video out socket
26 = DVI-I monitor port
27=DCINjack
28 = Battery release latch
29 = Battery
30 = Battery release latch
31 = Webcam
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Important notes
Important notes
ImportantnotesNotes
Here you will find essential safety information regarding your notebook. The other
notes provide helpful information on your notebook.
Safety information
SafetyinformationNotes
Please note the safety informati
on provided in the "Safety" manual
and in the safety notes below.
Observe the sections in the manua
l marked with the symbol on the left.
When connecting and disconnecti
ng cables, observe the relevant
notes in this operating manual.
Read the information on the ambi
ent conditions in "
Technical data", Page 67 and
the chapter "
Using your notebo
ok for the first time", Page 8 before preparing
your notebook for use and switc
hing it on for the first time.
When cleaning the device, plea
se observe the relevant notes in
"
Cleaning the Notebook", Page
7.
If you have a notebook with a wir
eless component, you must also observe the additional
safety precautions for device
s with wireless components in the "Safety" manual.
Please refer to the notes in the c
hapter "
Removing and installing
components duri ng servicing
", Page 54.
This notebook complies with the relevant safety regulations for data processing
equipment. If you have questions about using your notebook in a particular area,
please contact your sales outlet or our Hotline/Help Desk.
Energy saving
NotesEnergyEnergysaving
Switch the notebook off when it is not in use. Switch off extern al, connecte d devices if you
are not using them. If you use the energy saving functions, the notebook uses less energy.
You will then be able to work for longer before having to recharge the battery.
Energy efficiency is increased and the environmental impact is reduced.
You save money while protecting the environment.
Energy saving under Windows
► Make use of the power mana gement features (see ""Using the power-management features",
Page 26").
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Important notes
Information sources
Information sources
This manual contains more detailed instructions and technical information for your note book.
Manuals available on ly as PDF files can be printed out if you connect a printer to your notebook.
Information source Type of informatio n Where?
Quick Start G uide (printed) Poster with information about
getting started
Accessories kit
"Safety" manual (printed
and/or PDF file)
Safety information Accessories k it and/or on your
notebook
"Recovery P roce ss" manual
(printed and/or PDF file)
Information on restoring
the operating system,
drivers, manuals and spe cial
software
Accessories kit, on your
notebook or on our website
"
www.fujitsu-siemens.com/ support/"
"EasyGuide" manual (PDF
file)
Detailed instructions for
commissioning, operation
and technical information
"Wireless LAN" manual
(PDF file)
Detailed instructions for
using wireless LAN and
technical information
"Warranty" manual (PDF
file)
General guarantee
conditions
information files (e.g.
*.TXT,
*.DOC, *.CHM, *.HLP)
Information on utiliti
es and
programs
The manuals are located on you
r
notebook under Startsymbo
l – Manual
or in some cases, updated v
ersions
can be found on our website
at:
"
www.fujitsu-siemens.c
om/support/".
information files (e.g. *.TXT,
*.DOC, *.CHM, *.HLP)
Information on the operating
system, the webcam an d
Bluetooth
In the s oftwar e for these applications
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Important notes
Travelling with your notebook
MobileoperationNotesTranspor tNotebook
Please observe the points listed below when travelling with your notebook.
Before you travel
► Back up important data stored on your hard disk.
NotebookTravel,notebook
► Switch off the radio component for data security reasons. With data traffic via a wireless
connection, it is also possible for unauthorised third parties to receive data.
Information on activating data encryption is provided in the documentation
for your radio component.
► If you wish to use your notebook during a flight, first check with the flight
attendants if it is OK to do so.
When travelling in other countries
► If you are tra velling abroad, check that the mains adapter can be operated with the
local mains voltage. If this is not the case, obtain the appropriate mains adapte r fo r
your notebook. Do not use any other voltage converter!
► Check whether the local power supply and the specifications of the power cable are
compatible. If th is is not the case, buy a power cable that matches the local conditions. Do
not use a connection adapter for electrical devices to connect the notebook.
► Enquire with the corresponding government office of the country you will be
travelling in as to w hether you may operate the radio component integrated in
your notebook there (see also "
CE marking", Page 70).
► If you are planning to use a modem, please be aware that it may not necessarily be compatible
with the local telephone system. This may result in poor performa nce, or the modem may not w ork
at all. You may require a country-specific telephone adapter (available as an optional accessory).
Transporting the Notebook
The remote control or a placeholder must be plugged into the ExpressCard slot. This
will prevent foreign objects from getting into the notebook via the slot. Protect the
notebook from severe shocks and extreme temperatures (e.g. direct sunlight in a car).
► Remove all disks (e.g. CD, DV
D) from the drives.
TransportNotebook
► Switch the notebook off.
► Unplug the mains adapter an d all
external devices from the power socket.
► Disconnect the mains adap ter cable and the da ta cables for all external devices.
► Close the LCD screen so that it loc
ks into place.
► To protect against damaging jolts and bumps, use a notebook carrying
case to transport your notebook.
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Important notes
Cleaning the Notebook
Do not clean any interior parts yo urself; leave this job to a service technician.
Only use cleaning products designed for computers. Normal household
cleaners and p olishes can damage the markings on the keyboard and the
device, the paintwork or the notebook itself.
Ensure that no liquid enters the notebook.
The Crystal View display is very sensitive to scratching! Only clean the
display surface with a very soft, slightly damp cloth.
► Switch the notebook off.
CleaningNotesNotebookKeyboardTouchpadLCDscreenCrystalView display
► Unplug the mains plug of the mains adapter from the mains socket.
► Remove the battery (see "
Removing the ba
ttery", Page 25).
Wipe the casing with a dry cloth. If particularly dirty, use a cloth w hich has been
moistened in mild domestic detergent and then carefully wrung out.
To clean the keyboard and the tou ch pad, you can use disinfectant wipes.
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Using your notebook for the first time
Using your notebook for the firs
ttime
Please read the chapter entitled "Important notes", Page 4.
GettingstartedNote bookGettingstartedNotebook
Before you can use your notebook for the first time you need to charge the battery and install the
supplied software. The Windows operating system and drivers r equired are already pre-installed.
Upon delivery, the battery can be found in the battery compartment or in the accessories kit. The
battery must be charged if you want to operate your notebook with the battery.
When not plugged into a mains outlet, the notebook runs on its built-in battery. You can
increase the battery’s life by enab ling the system’s energy saving funct ions.
When you use your notebook in your home or office, we recommend you use
the mains adapter instead of the battery.
Please read the chapter entitled "
Connecting external devices", Page 46 for instructions on
how to connect devices such as a mouse and a printer to the notebook.
Unpacking and checking y
our notebook
Should y ou discover any damage incurred during transportation, notify
your local sales outlet immediately!
► Unpack all the individual parts.
PackagingTransport
► Check your notebook for damage incurred during transportation.
We recommend that you keep the original packaging material.
You may need th e packaging in the future if you need to transport your device.
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Using your notebook for the first tim e
Selecting the location
Location,selectingtheNotebookPoweradapter
Select a suitable location for the notebook before setting it up. Consider
the following points when select ing a location:
• Never place the notebook on a s oft s urface (e.g. carpeting, upholste red furniture,
bed). This can block the air vents and cause damage due to overheating.
• Do not place the notebook directly on your legs for extended periods. The
underside of the notebook heats up during normal operation. Extended contact
with the skin can become unpleasant or even re sult in burns.
• Place the notebook on a stable, flat, non-slip surface. P lease note that
the rubber feet may mark certain types of surfaces.
• Keep oth er objects 1 00 mm away from the notebook and its mains
adapter to ensure adequate ventilation.
• Never cover the ventilation slots on the notebook or the mains adapter.
• Do not expose the notebook to extreme environmental conditions. Protect
the notebo ok against dust, humidity and heat.
Connecting the power adapter
PreparingforoperationPoweradapter
Please refer to the instructions
in "
Safety information", Page 4.
The power cable supplied conforms
to the requirements of the country in which
you purchased your notebook. Mak
e sure that the power cable is approved
for use in the country in which y
ou intend to use it.
The mains adapter’s power cable
must only be connected to a mains socket
if the notebook is connected to
the mains adapter.
Make sure that the rated current
of the mains adapter is not higher than that
of the power system to which you
connect the mains a dapter (see section
"Technical data", "
Power adap
ter 90 W", Page 68).
1
2
3
► Connect the mains adapter cable (1) to the
DC jack (DC IN) on the notebo ok.
► Plug the power cable (2) into the
mains adapter.
► Plug the power cable (3) into a mains outlet.
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Using your notebook for the first time
Switching the notebook on for the first time
Switchingonforthefirsttime
When you switch your notebook on for the first time, the s upplied software is
installed and configured. Due to the fact that this installation procedure must not
be interrupted, you should set aside enough time for it to be fully completed a nd
connect the no tebook to the mains outlet using the mains adapter.
During installation, the notebook must only be rebooted when you are requested to do so!
Your operating system is pre-
installed on the hard disk to facilitate the procedure
when you use your notebook for
the first time.
► Switch the notebook on (see "
S
witching on th e Notebook", Page 11).
► During installation, follow the on-screen instructions.
Consult the operating system m
anual if anything is unclear about the requested input data.
If a Window s operating syste
m is installed on your notebook, you will find
additional information on t
he system as well as the drivers, help programs,
updates, manuals, etc. on y
our notebook or on the "Drivers & Utilities" CD/DVD
or on our website (see "
Info
rmation sources", Page 5).
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Working with the notebook
Working with the notebook
Notebook,operationNotebook
This chapter describes the basics for operating your notebook. Please read the chapter
entitled "
Connecting external devices", Page 46 for instructions on how to connect
devices such as a mouse and a printer to the notebook.
Please refer to the notes in "Important notes", Page 4.
SwitchingontheNotebook
2
1
► Slide the release button in the direction
of the arrow (1) and unfold the LCD
screen upward (2).
Notebook:
1
► Press the ON/OFF switch (1) to switch
the notebook on.
The power-on indicator is lit.
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Working with the notebook
Switching off the Notebook
1
► Shut down the op erating system properly
(in Windows via the Start menu by clicking
Start – Shut Down – Shut Down – OK).
Notebook:
► If the notebook is not switched off
automatically, press the ON/OFF switch (1)
for approx. five seconds.
1
► Close the LCD screen (1)
until you
feel it click and engag
e.
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Working with the notebook
Status indicators
Statusindicators
The status indicators provide information about the status of the power supply, the drives and
the keyboard functions. These indicators are not visible when the notebook is closed.
Power indicator
Wireless LAN/ Bluetooth indicator
Battery indicator
Caps Lock indicator
Silent Mode indicator (whisper
mode)
Num Lock indicator
Drive indica
tor
Scroll Lock indicator
Touchpad indicator
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Working with the notebook
Power indicator
If the power adapter is connected:
• Indicator lights up green: T he notebook is switched on.
• Indicator lights up amber: The notebook is switched off.
• Indicator flashes: Noteb ook is in energy-saving mode
When running off the battery:
• Indicator lights up: The notebook is switched on.
• Indicator is off: The notebook is switched off.
• Indicator flashes: The notebo ok is in energy saving mode or the notebook is
switched on and the battery charge is less than 10%.
Standby:indicatorPowerindicator
Battery ind icator
The charging state of the battery is shown by the battery indicator.
• Indicator lights up: The battery is charging.
• Indicator flashes: The battery cannot b e charged.
• Indicator is off: The battery is empty, fully charged or the power adapter is
not c onn ected.
Batterychargesta
tusindicator
BatterysymbolBatteryindicator
Silent Mode indicator (whisper mode )
• Indicator lights up: The notebook is in silent mode.
The processor and the graphics are not running at full power (refer also to
the chapter on "Easy Launch Keys").
• Indicator is off: The processor fan is running in normal operation.
The processor and the graphics are operating at full power.
Whispermode,
EasyLaunchkey
SilentMode,E
asyLaunchkey
Drive indicator
• Indicator lights up: One of the drives (e.g. hard disk, CD /DVD) is being
accessed.
DriveindicatorIndicator
Touchpad indicator
• Indicator lights up: The touchpad is switched off.
• Indicator is off: The touchpad is switched on.
Touchpadindicator
Wireless LAN/ Bluetooth indicator
• Indicator lights up: The wireless LAN/ Bluetooth module is switched on.
• Indicator is off: The wireless LAN/ Bluetooth
module is switched off.
WirelessLANindicator
Caps Lock indicat or
• Indicator lights up: The Caps Lock key has been pressed.
All the characters you type appear in upper case. In the case of overlay keys,
the character printed on the upper left of the key appears when that key is
pressed.
CapsLockindicatorCapsLock
Num Lock indicator
• Indicator lights up: The
Num Lock
key has been pressed.
The numbers on the upper right on keys in the integrated numeric keypad
are enabled.
NumLockNumLockindicator
Scroll Loc k indicator
• Indicator lights up: The
Scroll Lock
key has been pressed.
The effect this key has varies from programme to programme.
Scr
ollLock:
Scr
ollLockindicator
Scr
oll
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Working with the notebook
Keyboard
KeyboardNumerickeypadNumerickeypadButtons
The keyboard of your notebook is subject to continuous wear through normal
use. The key markings are espe cially prone to wear. The key markings are
liable to wear away over the life of the not ebook.
The keyboard has been designed to provide all the functions of an enhanced keyboard.
Some enhanced keyboard functions are mapped with k ey 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 programs.
The figure below shows how to access the different characters on keys with overlaid
functions. The example applies when the Caps Lock indicator is not lit.
7
7
/
{
/
7
7
{
/
7
7
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/
7
7
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7
7
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+
+
+
Fn
Num
Alt Gr
Illustration (general example of German keyboard layout)
Backspace key
The Backspace key deletes the character to the left of the cursor.
BackspaceBackspace
Tab key
The Tab key moves the cursor to the next tab stop.
Tabke
y
Enter key (return)
The Enter key terminates a command line. The command you have entered
is executed when you press this key.
EnterkeyReturnEnterLinefeed
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Caps Lock key
The Caps Lock key activates uppercase mode (CapsLK indicator lit).
The Caps Lock function causes all the characters you type t o 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.
ShiftkeyCapsLock
Shift key
The Shift key causes uppercase ch
aracters to appear. In the case of overlay
keys, the character printed on th
e upper left of the key appears when that
keyispressed.
ShiftkeyShift
Fn button
The
Fn
key enables the special functio
ns indicated on overlay keys (see
"
Key combination", Page 17).
If th e external keyboard does not fe
ature a
Fn
key, you can simultaneously
press the
Ctrl
+
Alt
keys instead.
Fnkey
Cursor keys
The cursor keys move the cursor in the direction of the arrow, i.e. up, down,
left, or right.
CursorkeysCursorcontrolke
ys
Pause key
The
Pause
key temporarily suspends the s
creen output. Output resumes
when you press any other key.
Pausekey
Start key
The Start key opens the Windows S
tart menu.
Startkey
Menu key
The Menu key opens the menu for the selected item.
Menukey
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Separate numeric keypad
NumerickeypadSeparatenumeric key padNumLock
The keyboard of your notebook has a separate numeric keypad on the right-hand side.
+
Enter
1
Ende
2
3
Bild
4
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9
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Illustration (example showing a German keyboard layout)
Key combination
Keycombinati
on
The following descrip tion 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 de scribed in the relevant manuals supplied
with your application programs.
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.
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Activating energy saving mode
Use this key combination to activate the Windows energy options
for changing power switch behaviour or behaviour on closing laptops,
as described u nder "
Using the power-management features",
Page 26.
Fn+F1Energysavingmode
Switching between screen outputs
If an external monitor is connected, the monitor on which
the outpu t is to be displayed can be selected with this key
combination.
You can opt to use:
• just the notebook’s LCD screen (LCD)
• jut an external screen (DVI-I)
• both the LCD screen of the notebook and the external monitor
(DVI-I)
Fn+F3Switchingbetweenscreenoutputs
The screen output depends o n the display settings in the NVIDIA
Control Panel. Further display set tings are possible using this
NVIDIA software.
Enabling/disabling the touchpad
This key combination switches the touchpad of your no tebook
on and off.
Fn+F5TouchpadTouchpad
Switch loudspeakers on/off
Use t his key combination to switch your notebook’s loudspeakers
on/off.
Fn+F6LoudspeakersLoudspeakers
Decreasing the screen brightness
This key combination decreases the brightness of the screen.
Fn+F9LCDscreenS cr eenbrightness
Increasing the screen brightness
This key combination increases the brightness of the screen.
Fn+F8LCDscreenScreenbri
ghtness
Volume: decreasing
This key combination reduces the volume of the integrate d
loudspeakers.
Fn+F10Volume
Increasing the volume
This key combination raises the volume of the integrated
loudspeakers.
Key:Fn+F11Volume
Switch between open applications
With this key combination you can switch between several open
applications.
Alt+Tab
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AltCtrl
Del
++
Carrying out a warm boot
This key combination triggers a reset and reboots the notebook.
To do this, hold down the
Ctrl
and
Alt
keys and then press the
Del
key. First the Task Manager is displayed. Then you m ust
press all three keys again to reboot.
Ctrl+Alt+DelWarmrestart
Backtab
This key combination moves the cursor back to the previous
tabular stop.
Shift+TabBa cktab
Key combinations with the Windows keys are contained in the
manual for your operating system.
Country and keyboard settings
If yo u want to change the country and keyboard settings, proceed as follows:
► Enter the settings by clicking Start – (Settings)– Control Panel – Time, Regional andLanguage Options .
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Easy Launch keys
EasyLaunchkeys
Your notebook is equipped with Easy Launch
keys. With the pre-installed software you can
launch th e following applications or functions
by pressing a single button.
Webcam
With this key you can star
t your system’s integral webcam.
Multimedia
This button starts multimedia applications.
Multimedia,EasyLaunchkey
Silent Mode (whisper mode)
This key reduces the speed of the fan.
When the Silent Mode is switched on, the processor and graphics do not operate at
the full performance level.
This reduced power is adequate for most office applications however.
Whispermode,
EasyLaunchkey
SilentMode,E
asyLaunchkey
Internet
With this button you can start the standard internet browser of your system.
Internet,EasyLaunchkey
Touchpad and touchpad buttons
Keep the to uch pad clean. Protect it from dirt, liquids, and grease.
TouchpadTouchpad
Never touch the touchpad with dirty fingers.
Do not rest heavy objects (e.g. books) on the tou chp ad or the touchpad buttons.
1
2
1 = Touchpad
2 = touchpad buttons
The touchpad enables you to move the mouse pointer on the screen.
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The touchpad buttons a llow you to select and execute commands. They correspond
to the buttons on a conventional mouse.
Using the touchpad buttons
Moving the pointer
► Move your finger on the touchpa
d.
Touchpad
The pointer will move accordingly.
Selecting an item
► Move the pointer to the item you wish to select.
Touchpad
► Ta p the touchpad once or press the le
ft button once.
The item is selected.
Executing a command
► Move the pointer to the field you wish to select.
Touchpad
► Tap the touchpad twice or press the l
eft button twice.
The command will be executed.
Dragging an object
► Select the desired object.
Touchpad
► Press and hold the left button and dra
g the object to the desired position
with the finger on the touchpad.
The item will be moved.
Use the key combination
Fn
+
F5
to disable the touchpad to avoid accidentally
movingthepointeronthescreen(seealso"
Key combination", Page 17).
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LCD screen
Information on the LCD screen
LCDscreenNotes
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 fo r the particular TFT m onitor. A
monitor resolution which differs from the specification can result in an un clear picture.
The monitor r esolution is understood to be the number of horizontal and vertical pixels (i.e. "picture
elements") which make up the monitor display. For example, "WUXGA" stands for 1920 x 1200
pixels. Each pixel consists of three so-called subpixels of the colours red, green and blue. As
a result, a WUXGA monitor consist s of 1920 x 1200 x 3 = 6,912,000 subpixels.
Frequently used monitor resolutions Number of pixels
XGA
1024 x 768
WXGA
1280 x 800
SXGA
1280 x 1024
SXGA+
1400 x 1050
WXGA+
1440 x 900
UXGA
1600 x 1200
WSXGA
1680 x 1050
WUXGA
1920 x 1200
The screen resolution of the LCD screen of your notebook is optimally set at the factory.
Permanently unlit or lit pixels
The standard o f production techniques today cannot g uarant ee an absolutely f ault-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 st ringent 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 maxim um of 4 pixels and 5 subpixels may be
defective, i.e. a total of 17 faulted subpixels. That is approx. 0.0007 % 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.
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Screen settings
Setting the resolution
LCDscreen
The screen resolution of the LCD screen of your notebook is optimally set at the factory.
Changing the font size
ChangingthefontsizeLCDscreen
You c an choose between a larger and a smaller font.
► Right-click on the desktop. Enter your settings by clicking Personalization – Adjust Font Size
(DPI) (in the left pane) – Continue.
or
► Enter your settings by clicking Start – (Settings) – Control Panel – Appearance and
Personalization – Personalization – Adjust Font Size (DPI) (in the left pane) – Continue.
Synchronising the display on the LCD screen and an external monitor
LCDscreenMonitorSynchronisat ion,
screendisplay
Your notebook supports simultaneou
s display on the LCD screen and an external monitor. Using
the corresponding Fn/key combinat
ions, you can toggle between the different screen output
options (see "
Key combinatio n", Pa
ge 17, section "Toggle outpu t screen").
Information on connecting an extern
al monitor can be found in the section "
Connecting an
external monitor", Page 48"Connecti
ng an external monitor", page 51.
Webcam
Webcam
Your notebook is equipped with an integral webcam. Dep ending on the software used,
you can take pictu res, record video clips or take part in web chats.
The LED of the webcam indicates its status:
• The LED lights up green: The webcam is enabled.
• The LED lights up red: The webcam so
ftware is accessing the webcam
(displaying an image or recording
amovie).
The webcam automatically adjust
s itself to the current light level. For this reason
the LCD screen may flicker while th
e light level is adjusted.
The picture quality depends on th
e lighting conditions and the software being used.
You will find further informatio
n on software in the help function integral to the
application (see chapter "
Info
rmation sources", Page 5).
You may only use the webcam with one application at a time.
When using the webcam make su re the notebook is on a stable surface.
To find out how to turn the webcam on and off, see "
Easy Launch keys", Page 20.
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Battery
BatteryBatteryLife,batteryRechargeablebatteryRechargeablebattery
The battery is one of the most important components of your notebook. When not plugged into a
mains socket, the notebook runs on its built-in battery. You can increase th e 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.
You can increase the time for which your notebook will operate under battery
power. We therefore recommend that while operating under battery power, you
should switch off the Windows Vista Aero graphics user interface.
► Select Startsymbol – (Settings) – C
ontrol Panel– Appearance and Personalization – Screen colour and
appearance – Open the Properties fo
r Classical Appearance to set further options and select – Basic
Windows Vista –or–Standard Window
s –or–Classic Windows –toswitchoffWindows Vista Aero.
Charging, caring for and maint
aining the battery
BatteryBattery
The notebook battery can only be c harg ed, 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" , Page 9).
You can maintain long life from your battery by allowing it to discharge fully before you recharge it
again. To do this, leave your notebook turned on when it is operated with the battery. Once the
battery is running low you will hear a warning a larm. If you do not connect the mains adapter within
five minutes of the warning alarm described above, your notebook will automatically switch off.
Information on the battery charging time can be found in "
Technical data", Page 67.
Monitoring the battery charging level
BatteryBatterystatusmeter
Windows also has a "Batte ry sta tus 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.
Battery: storing
BatteryBatterySelf-dis
charge,battery
Charging
capacity,battery
Keep the battery pack between 0 °C an d +30 °C (32 and 122 degrees Fahrenheit). The lower
the temperature at which the batteries are s tored , the lower the rate of self-discharge.
If you will be storing batteries for a longer period (more than two months), the battery
charge level should be approx. 30 %. To pre vent exhaustive discharge, check the
charging level of the battery at regular intervals.
To be able to m a ke use of the optimal charging capacity of the batteries, the ba ttery
should be completely discharged and then fully recharged.
If you do not use the batteries for long periods, remove them from the
notebook. Never store the ba tteries in the device.
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Removing and installing the battery
Only use batteries approved by Fujitsu Siemens Computers for your notebook.
Never use force when inserting or removing a battery.
Make su re that no foreign bodies get into the battery connections.
Removing the battery
► Switch the notebook off and pull
the power plug out of the mains socket.
Battery
► Close the LCD screen so that it locks into place.
► Disconnect all cables connected t
o the notebook.
► Turn your notebook over and place it on a stable, sturdy, flat surface. If nece ssary, lay an
anti-slip cloth on this surface to prevent the notebook from being scratched.
1
2
3
► Push the battery lock in direction
of the arrow (1).
► Slide the battery release (2) in the direction
of the arrow and hold it in place.
► Remove the batter y from the batte
ry
compartment (3).
Inserting the battery
2
1
► Push the battery into the battery
compartment until it engages (1).
Battery
► Push the battery lock in directi
on
of the arrow (2).
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Using the power-management features
PowerPowerBattery
The notebook uses less power w hen the available power-management features are used. You
will then b e able to work longer when using the battery before having to recharge it.
Power efficiency is increased and environmental pollution reduced. By
choosing the best power options, you can make significant savings and
at the same time help protect the environment.
When you close the lid, the notebook automatically enters a power saving mode.
In Windows, Hibernate is activated by default.
We currently recommend the following settings:
These settings are based on practical experience and may therefore differ from the
default settings of the preinstalled software and from Windows.
Function On external power On battery power
Turn off monitor After 10 minutes After 5 minutes
Turn off hard disk(s) After 15 minutes After 10 minutes
Energy saving (S3) After 20 minutes After 15 minutes
Hibernate mode (S4) After 1 hour After 30 minutes
► Activate the power-management features with Start – (Settings) – Control Panel – Mobile PC –
Power Options.
► Activate the screen saver by clicking Start – (Settings) – Control Panel – Appearance and
Personalization – Personalization – Change screen saver.
or
► Right-click on the desktop. Switch on the screen saver by clicking Personalization –
Change screen saver.
If you need further information a bout an option, you can get help with most
settings by pressing
F1
to open the Microsoft Help.
If your notebook is in a po wer saving mode, be sure to r emember the following:
During power saving mode, open files are held in the main memory, in
the cache or in a swap file on the hard disk.
Never turn off your notebook while it is in a power saving mode. If the built-in battery is
nearly flat, close the open files and do not go into power saving mode.
Switch the notebook off:
• To connect external devices
• To disconnect external dev
ices from the notebook
• To change the memory expansion
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If you do not intend to use your notebook for a long period of time:
► Exit power saving mode if necess
ary via the mouse or keyboard or by switching on the
notebook.
► Close all opened programs and switch the notebook off.
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ExpressCards
SlotExpressCar d
An ExpressCard slot enables operation of an ExpressCard/34 or ExpressCard/54.
Consult the documentation supplied by the ExpressCard’s manufacturer
and follow the instructions provided.
Never use force when installing or removing an ExpressCard.
Make sure that no foreign objects ente r the ExpressCard slot.
Inserting the ExpressCard
Keep the placeholder for the ExpressCard in a safe place. If you remove the
ExpressCard, be sure to reinsert the placeholder in the slot. This prevents
foreign objects from getting into the ExpressCard slot.
1
2
► Press on the remote control (1) so
that the remote control j umps out of
the slot somewhat.
ExpressCard
► Pull the remote control out of the slot (2).
► Insert the ExpressCard in the s lot guide
with the connection contacts first.
► Gently push the Expres
sCard into the slot
until you feel it click
into place.
The ExpressCard may jut out from the
ExpressCard slot, depending on its type.
Please refer to the documentation for the ExpressCard for driver installation instructions.
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Removing the ExpressCard
ExpressCard
You can stop the ExpressCard using the corresponding symbol in the task bar:
► Left-click on the icon.
► SelecttheExpressCardyouwanttostopandremove.
► Press the Enter key.
Wait for the dialogue box which tells you that it is now safe to remove the ExpressCard.
1
2
► Press on the edge of the ExpressCard
(1) so that the ExpressCard jumps
out of the slot slightly.
► Pull the E xpre ssCard (2) out of the slot.
► Insert the remote control in the slot.
► Gently push the remote control into the
slot until you feel it click into place.
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Memory cards
Slot
Your notebook is equipped with a memory card slot. The memory card slot
supports the following formats:
• Secure Digital (SD
TM
Card)
MemoryCardSecureDigital
• MultiMediaCard (MMC)
MemoryCardMultiMediaCard
• Memory Stick / Memory Stick pro (Sony®)
MemoryCardMemoryStickPro
Please read the documentation supplied with the memory card for any special instructions.
MemoryCard
Inserting the memory card
► Carefully push the memory card into the
slot. The label sho uld be facing upward.
Memorycard
The memory card m ay jut out from the
memory card slot, depending on its type.
Removing the memory card
► Pull the memory card out of the notebook.
Memorycard
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 CDs/DVDs to your hard disk.
When the hard disk is accessed, the drive indicator lights up.
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CD/DVD
CD/DVD data storage media (cer
tain devices only)
DatastoragemediaCD/DVD
CD/DVD drives can either only read or both read and write different CDs or D VDs. The
meaning of the respe ctive CD and DVD types is described in the following:
CD-ROM
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
CD-R
Abbreviation for Compact Disc Recordable. A CD-R is an optical data storage medium
that can only be written once with a maximum of 700 Mbytes of data. Then these data
cannot be changed, but can be read a s often as desired.
CD-RW
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)
DVDvideoDVD-ROMDVD
Abbreviation for Digital Versatile Disc or Digital Video D isc. 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
DVD+RDVD-R
Abbreviation for Digital Versatile Disc Recordable or Digital Video Disc Recordable. A DVD+R or
a DVD-R is an optical data sto rage 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 drives wh ich support the respective standard.
DVD+RW/DVD-RW
DVD-RWDVD+R
W
Abbreviation for Digital Versatil
e Disc or Digital Video Disc ReWriteable. A DVD+RW or a DVD-RW
is an optical data storage medium th
at can be written with a maximum of 4.7 GBytes of data
virtually an unlimited number of t
imes. This me ans the data can be deleted and changed.
DVD+RW and DVD-RW are different st
andards. DVD+RWs and DVD-RWs can
only be written by drives which su
pport the respective standard.
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DVD+R DL / DVD-R D L (Double Layer)
DVD+RDL/DVD-RDL
Abbreviation for Digital Versatile Disc Recordable Double Layer or Digital Video Disc
Recordable Double Layer. A DVD+R DL or a DVD-R D L is an optical data storage
medium that can only be written once with a maximum o f 8.5 GBytes of data. Then these
data cannot be changed, but can be read as often as desired.
DVD-R LF (with Label Flash support)
DVD-RLF
Abbreviation for Digital Versatile Disc Recordable Label Flash. A DVD-R LF is an optical
data storage medium that can only be written once with a maximum of 4.7 G Byte s of
data. Then these data cannot be cha nged, but can be read as often as desired. This
type of data carrier is suitable for direct labelling with Label Flash.
Handling CD/DVDs
Observe the following guide
lines when handling C D/DVDs:
• Avoid touching the surface o
f a CD/DVD. Hold CDs/DVDs by their edges!
CD/DVD
• Always s tore CDs/DVDs in their cases. This will protect them from
dust, scratches and other damage.
• Protect your CDs/DVDs from dus
t, mechanical vibration and direct sunlight!
• Avoid storing a CD/DVD in areas subject to high tem peratu res or humidity.
In order to make use of the full recording speed of your drive, please use
blank disks marked "Multispeed" or "High Speed"
BlankCDblankDVDblank
CD/DVD drives (device-dependent)
Your notebook is d elivered with a CD/DVD drive. Your notebook features a
Multi-format DVD burner with double layer support.
Please ask your local computer store for assistance if you are not sure which CD or DVD type
suits best for your use case, e. g. backing up data, recording films, storing pictur e s etc..
Multi-format DVD burner with double layer support
CD/DVDd
rive
Multi-f
ormatDVDburner,double l ayersupport
DLsuppo
rt,Multi-formatDVDburner
With the m ulti-format DVD burner with double layer support you can read all optical
data storage media named above. You can also write CD-Rs, CD-RWs, DVD+Rs,
DVD+RWs, DVD-Rs, DVD-RWs and DVD+R DLs.
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Inserting or removing a CD/DVD
CD/DVDCD/DVD
The notebook must be switched on.
2
1
► Push the insert/eject button (1).
The drive tray will open.
► Gently pull the drive tray (2) completely out.
► Place the CD/DVD in the drive tray with
the label facing upwards.
or
► Take out an inserted CD/DVD.
► Push in the drive tray until you feel
it lock into place.
Removing the CD/DVD by hand (emergency removal)
CD/DVDRemovingbyhand,CD/DVDEmergencyremoval,CD/DVD
In the event of a power failure or damage to the drive it may be necessary
to manually remove the CD/DVD.
1
2
► Switch your notebook off.
► Push a pen or a piece of wire (such as a
paperclip) firmly into the opening (1).
The drive tray is ejected. You can now pu ll
the dr ive tray (2) out of the drive.
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Regional codes for DVD films and DVD players
DVDfilmDVDRegi onalcodes
DVD films and DVD players (e.g. the DVD 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 D VD filmcanbeplayedback.
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:
South-east Asia (incl. Hong Kong, Indonesia, the Philippines, South Korea,
Taiwan)
• Regional code 4:
Australia, New Zealand, South-East Pacific, Central and South America,
and the Caribbean
• Regional code 5:
Africa (except South Africa), India and the former Soviet states
• Regional code 6:
China
The DVD 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. After this, the last
regional code selected is retained and cannot be changed again.
If a DVD film can be watched 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 region code set for the DVD drive of your notebook.
Adjusting the AutoPlay function of your CD/DVD drive
AutoPlayfunctionCD/DVDContenttype,CD/DVD
Windows uses AutoPlay technology. This allows you to tell Windows what to
do with different types of CD or DVD disks.
You can set the AutoPlay function of the CD/DVD drive according to your needs. For example, if you
insert a music CD you can tell Windows to open Media Player and start to play it au tomatically.
Proceed as follows:
► Enter the settings by clicking Start – (Settings) – Control Panel – Hardware and Sound – Autoplay.
Please note that you must sel
ect the desired action for each
individual CD/DVD content t
ype.
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Microphone and loudspeakers
1
4
3
1
2
2
1 = Built-in loudspeakers
2 = Built-in microphones
3 = Bass loudspeaker (subwoofer)
4 = Volume control
MicrophoneLoud speaker
Two stereo loudspeakers, two microphones, one bass loudspeaker and one
volume controller are installed in your notebook.
The bass loudspeaker and the two loudspeakers form a so-called subwo ofer system
for true listening pleasure. Internal loudspeakers are used to produce the treble and
mid-range tones. The bass loudspeaker is used to produce the bass tones. As the se
bass tones are not perceived directionally, only one bass loudspeaker is necessary and
the installation location is not important (underside of the notebook).
If you connect an external microphone, the built-in microphone is disabled.
If you connect headphones or external loudspeakers, the built-in
loudspeakers are disabled.
Use the ke y combination
Fn
+
F6
to switch th e loudspeaker off and on.
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Volume: adjusting
The built-in volume control does not supp ort the optical SPDIF interface.
► Set the desired volume with the key combination
Fn
+
F10
or
Fn
+
F11
.
or
► Set the desired volume with the volume control.
or
► Double-click on the loudspeake
r symb ol in the tool bar and on Mixer.
or
► Select Startsymbol – (Settings) – Control Panel – Hardware and Sound
– Sound: Adjust volume control.
► Use the slide control to change the volume.
Volume
► To turn the loudspeaker on or off, double-click the loudspeaker symbol in the tool bar.
Ethernet and LAN
EthernetLAN
The internal LAN module of your notebook s upports Eth ernet-LAN (10/100/1000 Mbps). With the
LAN module you can establish a connection to a local network (LAN = Local Area Network).
2
1
► Connect the LAN cable to the notebook’s
LAN connector (1).
► Connect the LAN cable to your
network connector (2).
Your network administrator can help you to configure and use the LAN-connections.
The delivery scope does not include a LAN cable. These can be
obtained through your retailer.
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Integrated 56k modem
56kmodemModem
The integrated 56k modem supports all data communication applications, such as:
• Modem operation: High-speed downloads at up to 56,000 bit/s (V.9x).
Downward-compatible to V.34 modems.
• Fax operation: Transmitting and receiving at up to 14,400 bit/s
• Simple software-based country adaptations
The modem complies with the EU Directive 91/263/EEC (Telecommunications terminal equipment
directive) and has bee n checke d in agreement with the guideline TBR-21.
The m o dem 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.
Connecting notebook modem to telephone wall socket
The modem cable and the country-specific telephone adapter are not included
in delivery. These can be obtained through your retailer.
Please note that the telephone line is busy and that you cannot use your
telephone if the mod em cable is plugged into the telephone wall socket. Pull the
modem cable out of the telephone socket after you have finished your internet
session or the fax mode and reconnect the telephone cable.
4
3
1
2
► Connect the modem cable to the
modem
port of the notebook (1).
Modem
► Plug the modem cable (2) into the
country-specific telephone adapter (3).
► Connect the modem cable to you
r
telephone wall socket (4).
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Wireless components (wireless LAN/Bluetooth)
The installation of a wireless LAN/Bluetooth module not approved by Fujitsu Siemens
Computers GmbH voids the permits (CE!) issued for this device.
WirelessLANBluetooth
Wireless LAN and Bluetooth (optional) are integrated in your n otebook.
Switching the wireless LAN/
Bluetooth module on and off
Check whether the wireless LAN module is activated/deactivated in
the installed wireless LAN software.
WirelessLAN/BluetoothWirelessLAN/Bluetooth
► Move the slider to the "ON" position to
activate the wireless LAN/Bluetooth module.
The wireless LAN/Bluetoo
th indicator
lights up when the wirele
ss LAN/Bluetooth
module is switched on.
You can find more information on using Wireless LAN or Bluetooth in the relevant
manual or in the Help files (see "
Information so urces", Page 5).
To make use of the full range of Bluetooth functions, install the Bluetooth software.
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Remote control for the Windows Vista Media Center
RemotecontrolCIRinterface
Your notebook is equ ipped with a CIR interface and a Media Center remote control. You
can use the remote control to operate the Windows Vista Media Center.
Before using the remote control for the first time, you must remove the
transparent film from the battery contacts by pulling it out.
Further information can be found in th e Windows online manual (section
"
Information sources", Page 5).
Removing remote control
1
2
► Press on the edge of the remote
control (1) so that the remote control
jumps out of the slot slightly.
► Pull the remote control out of the slot (2).
Remotecontrol
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Using the remote control
Usingthe
1
2
30
3
The remote control (2) must be in the effective r ange (horizontally approx. 30°) of the notebook’s
CIR interface (1). Use the remote control within the reception zone (3) of the CIR interface.
The range (3) may vary depending on the effective angle to the CIR interf ace.
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Buttons
Navigation key
The navigation key scrolls within the menus (up, down, left
and right).
► The "OK" key activates the selected menu entries.
Energy saving mode O n/O ff
switch (S3 )
Use this key to switch the notebook
to energy saving mode (S3) or to
leave energy saving mode (S3).
Rec
This key records the current
television programme on th e hard
disk of your device.
Stop
This key ends the current
playback.
Pause
Thiskeypausesthecurrent
playback.
Rewind
This key rewinds the playback.
Jump back
Thiskeystartsplaybackofthe
previous track, picture or previous
film sequence.
Replay
This key starts the playback.
Jump forward
This key starts playback of the next
track, picture or next film sequence.
Fast forward
This key advances the playback.
Information
This key gives you extra information
on multimedia applications.
Back
This key takes you to the previous
menu.
Mute key
This key switches the sound
playback on and off.
Change channel
This key changes the television
channel.
Increase/decrease volume
This key increases or decreases the
volume.
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Replay recording
This key replays the television
programmes stored on the hard
drive of the device.
Start
This key calls up the start menu of
the Windows Vista Media Center.
Live TV
This key changes from the
replay of recorded television
programmes to t he current
television programme on the
chosen television channel.
Thekeycanonlybeusedwhen
a correctly adjusted TV tuner is
connected.
DVD menu
This key starts the main menu of a
DVD which is loaded in the drive.
TV Programme Overview
Use this key t o open the TV
Programme Overview.
The TV Programme Overview
is not yet available from al
lTV
networks in all countries.
Thekeycanonlybeusedwhen
a correctly adjusted TV tun
er is
connected.
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Security functions
Security functions
Securityfunctions
Your notebook has several security features that you can use to secure your
system from unauthorised access.
This chapter will explain how to use each function, and what the benefits a re.
Please remember that in some cases, for example, forgetting yo ur password ,
you can be locked out and unable to access your data. Th erefore,
please note the following information:
• Make regular backups to external storage devices such as external
hard drives, CD or DVD disks.
• Some security functions n eed you to choose passwords. Make a note
of the passwords and keep them in a safe place.
If you forget your passwords you will need to contact the help desk. Passwords are
not covered by your warranty and a charge will be made for assistance.
Brief overview of security functions
Security functions Type of protection Preparatio n
Kensington Lock Mechanically robust steel cable
with lock
Fit and lock Kensington
MicroSaver (optional
accessory)
BIOS password protection Password protection for BIOS
Setup Uti lity and operating
system with supervisor and
user password.
Specify at least one supervisor
password in the BIOS Setup
Utility and activate the
password protection for the
operating system as desired.
BriefoverviewSecurityfunctions
Using Kensington Lock
► Fit the Kensington MicroSaver on the
device on your notebook.
KensingtonMicroSaverUseKensington LockMechanicalsaf etydeviceAnti-theft protection
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Configuring password protection in BIOS Setup Utility
Before using the various options of password protection for your data security
in the BIOS Setup Utility, please note the following hints:
Make a note of the passwords and keep them in a safe place. If you forget your
supervisor password you will not be able to access your notebook. Passwords are
not covered by your warranty and a charge will be made for assistance.
Passwordprotection
Yourpasswordcanbeuptoeig
ht characters long and contain letters and numbers.
It is case-sensitive fo r upp
er and lower case characters.
Protecting BIOS Setup Utility (supervisor and user password)
If you have opene d these operating instructions on the screen, we recommend that
you print out the follow ing instructions. Because you cannot ca ll the instructions
onto the screen while you are setting up the password.
BIOSSetupUtility
Both the supervisor password and the user password are used to prevent unauthorised use of the
BIOS Setup Utility. With the supervisor password you have access to all functions of the BIOS
Setup Utility, whereas you can only access some of the functions with the user passw ord. You
can only set a user password if a supervisor password has already been assigned.
Please refer to "Settings in BIOS Setup Utility", Page 60 for information
about calling up and using the BIOS Setup Utility.
Setting supervisor and user password
► Call up the BIOS Setup Utility andgototheSecurity menu.
► Highlight the Set Supervisor Password field and press the Enter key.
The Enter n ew Password dialogue box then pops up and you are asked to enter a password.
► Enter the password and press the Enter key.
You are then asked to Confirm new Password.
► Enter the password again and press the Enter key.
Password insta lled is displayed as confirmation that the new password has been saved.
► To set the user password, select Set User Password and proceed exactly as
when configuring the supervisor password.
If you do not want to change any other settin gs, you can exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
PasswordSupervisorpasswordUserpassword
► In the Exit menu, select the option Exit Saving Changes.
► Select OK and press the Enter key.
The noteb ook is rebooted and the new password is effective. If you now want to ope n
the BIOS Setup Utility,youmustfirst enter your supervisor or user password. Please note
that yo u only have access to a few BIOS settings with the user password.
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Changing the supervisor or user password
You can only change the Supervisor password if you have logged into the BIOS
Setup Utility using the existing Supervisor password.
PasswordSupervisorpasswordUserpassword
► Call up the BIOS Setup Utility and go to the Security menu.
► When changing the password, proceed exactly as for password assignment.
Cancelling passwords
To cancel a password (without setting a new password) perform the following steps:
PasswordSupervisorpasswordUserpassword
► Call up the BIOS Setup Utility and go to the Security menu.
► Select the Set Supervisor Password or Set User Password field and press the Enter key.
You are then prompted to enter the current password with Enter current password.
You are then prompted to enter a new password with Enter new password.
► Press the Enter key twice.
► In the Exit menu, select the option Exit Saving Changes.
► Select OK and press the Enter key.
Your notebook will now restart and the password is cancelled.
With the supervisor password you simultaneously deactivate the user p assword.
Password protection of operating syste
m
With the supervisor password that you have set in the BIOS Setup Utility
(see "
Setting supervisor and user password", Page 44), you can also
prevent booting of the operating system.
Operatingsystem
Activating system protection
► Call up the BIOS Setup Utility and go to the Security menu.
Operatingsystem
► Select the PasswordonBootoption and press the Enter key.
► Select Enabled and press the Enter key.
► Under Exit,selectSave Changes and Exit.
The notebook restarts. You will be prompted to enter your password (the supervisor password).
Deactivating system protection
► Call up the BIOS Setup Utility and go to the Security menu.
Operat
ingsystem
► Select the PasswordonBootoption and press the Enter key.
► Select Disabled and press the Enter key.
If you do not want to change any other settings, you can exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
► Under Exit,selectSave Changes and Exit.
The notebook restarts. The system is no longer password-protected.
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Connecting external devices
Always refer to the safety information provided in "Important notes", Page 4 before
connecting or discon nect ing any devices to or from your notebook.
Always read the documenta tion supplied with the de vice you wish to connect.
Never connect or disconnect cables during a thunderstorm.
Never pull at a cable when disconnecting it. Always grasp the plug.
Follow the steps below in order, when connecting or disconnecting
devices to your notebook:
Connecting devices to the no teb oo k
1. Turn off your notebook and all external devices.
2. Unplug your note book and all devices from the mains sockets.
3. Connect t he cables for your external devices following the instructions.
4. Plug all power cables into the mains sockets.
DevicesPeripheraldevices
Disconnecting devices from the notebook
1. Turn off your notebook and all external devices.
2. Unplug your note book and all devices from the mains sockets.
3. Disconnect the cables for your external devices following the instructions.
DevicesPeripheraldevices
Some of the external devices require special drivers (see the operating
system and external device documentation).
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Ports
4
6
8
7
6
2
1
9
10
5
3
1 = Kensington Lock
2 = Modem port
3=Linein
4 = Microphone port
5 = Headphones/SPD IF port (loudspeaker
port / line out)
6 = USB ports
7 = LAN port
8 = FireWire port
9 = S-Video out socket
10 = DVI-I monitor port
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Connecting an external monitor
An external monitor can be connected to the notebook.
MonitorVGAconnectorScreenportMonitorport
► Switch off the notebook and the
external monitor.
► Connect the data cable of the external
monitor to the monitor port of the notebook.
► First switch on the external monitor
and then the notebook.
Using the
Fn
+
F3
key combinatio
n you can switch back and forth between
the external monitor and
the notebook’s LCD screen.
You can display the same pi
cture on the external monitor and the
LCD screen simultaneous
ly.
Setting the refresh rate for your external monitor
Monitor
If the refresh rate set is too high, the monitor may be damaged. Please see the
documentation included with your monitor for the m a ximum possible refresh rate.
By setting the optimum refresh rate you will avoid screen flicker.
► Set the appropriate refresh rate for the connected monitor type.
► Select Startsymbol – (Settings) – Control Panel – Appearance and Pe rso n aliza tion
– Personalization: Adjust screen resolution.
or
► Right-click on the desktop. Under Personalization – Display Settings, choose screen type 1 or 2.
► Select Advanced Settings – Monitor.
► Select Screen Refresh Rate to choose the optimum refresh rate for the connected m o nitor type.
► Click Apply and OK.
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Connecting USB devices
USBports
On the USB ports y ou can connect external devices that also have a USB
port (e.g. a printer, a scanner or a modem).
USB devices a re hot-pluggable. This means you can connect and disconnect
devices while your operating system is runn ing.
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 b
e found in the d ocumentation for the USB devices.
► Connect the data cable to the
external device.
► Connect the data cable to a USB
port of the notebook.
Device drivers
USB devices will be automatically recognised and installed by your operating system.
Connecting FireWire devices
FireWireportConnectingaudiodevicesConnectingdigital audiodevicesConnectingvideodevicesConnecting digitalvideodevicesConnectinghigh-sp eeddevices
External de vices s uch as digital audio/video devices or other high-speed devices can be connected
to the FireWire port. The FireWire port operates at a speed of 400 Mbit per second.
FireWire devices are hot-pluggable. Therefore, the cables of FireWire devices can
be connected and disconnected with the system switched o n.
Additional information is provided in th e documentation of the FireWire devices.
► Connect the data cable of the external
devices to the FireWire port of the notebook.
► Plug the power cable of the external
device into the ma ins socket.
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Connecting external audio devices
Microphone port
ConnectingaudiodevicesAudioportsConne ctingamicrophone
You can connect an external microphone to your notebook via the microphone port.
► Connect the data cable to the
external device.
► Connect the data cable to the micr
ophone
port of the notebook.
Line In socket
Connectingaudio
devices
AudioportsLineInsocket
The Line In connection allows you to connect a MiniDisc player, MP3 player,
CD player or a tape deck to your notebook.
► Connect the data cable to the
external device.
► Connect the data cable to the Line
In port of the notebook.
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Headphones/SPDIF port (loudspeaker port / line out)
ConnectingaudiodevicesAudioportsConne ctingheadphones
You can u se the Headphones/SPDIF port to connect headphones, external loudspe akers
or an audio device with a digital optical input to your notebook.
► Connect the data cable to the
external device.
► Connect the data cable to the
headphones/SPDIF port of the notebook.
If you connect headphones or external loudspeakers, the built-in
loudspeakers are disabled.
If you purchase a cable from a retailer, please note the following information:
The headphones / SPDIF p ort on your notebook is a "3.5 mm jack socket".
To connect headphones or a sp eake r you will need a "3.5 mm stereo jack".
If you want to connect audio devices with a digital optical input (such as an amplifier),
you will need a fibre optic cable with a "TOSLINK 3.5 mm miniplug (SPDIF 3.5 jack)".
Connectors Port Pin configuration
optical
Adjusting the volume
► Set the desired volume, see "Volume: adjusting " , Page 36.
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Connecting an external device to S-Video Out
VideooutputS-Videoout socketMonitorConnectingatelevisionset
You can connect an external device (e.g. a TV) to the S‑VideoOutsocketofyour
notebook to view films from DVDs, photos or presentations etc.
► Switch off the notebook and the
external device.
► Connect the external device to the S-Video
Out socket of your no tebook.
► First switch the external device on
and then the notebook.
If you purchase a cable from a retailer, please note the following information:
The S-Video Out socket on your notebook is a "4-pin Hosiden socket", which
is also referred to as a "4-pin mini DIN socket". The connector required
for this connection is a "Hosiden connector".
Connectors Port Pin configuration
1
2
34
Position
1
2
3
4
Meaning
Yearth
C earth
Y
C
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Activating the T V receiver
For computers w ith an ATI graphics card, use the Catalyst® Control Center ATI s oftware
for screen setting. The software includes integrated help for this application.
For computers with an NVIDIA graphics card, use the NVIDIA Control Panelsoftware
for screen setting. The software includes integrated help for this application.
► Connect an external device (such as a television set) to the S-Video Out socket
of your notebook and reboot the notebook.
or
► Select Sta rtsymbol – (Settings) – Control Panel – Appearance and Personalization
– Personalize – Display Settings – Advanced Settings.
► Select OK.
or
► If your notebook has an ATI graphics card, select Startsymbol – All Programs
– Catalyst Control Center – Catalyst Control Center.
or
► If your computer has an NVIDIA g
raphics ca rd, right-click on the desktop
and select NVIDIA Control Pane
l.
The image is transferred to the external device
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Removing and installing components
during servicing
Removing and installing compo
nents
during servicing
Only qualified technicians should repair your notebook. Unauthorised
opening or incorrect repair may greatly endanger the user (electric shock,
fire risk) and will invalidate your warranty.
Components
Servicing
You may remove and install the components described in this chapter yourself
after consulting the Hotline/Help Desk.
If you remove and install components without consulting the Hotline/Help
Desk, then the warranty of your note book will be voided.
Notes on installing and removing boards
and components
• Switch the notebook off and pull t he power plug out of the mains socket.
• Remove the b attery.
• Take care when you use the locking mechanisms on the battery and any other component.
• Never use sharp objects suc
h as screwdrivers, scissors or knives as leverage to remove covers.
NotesBoardESD
Boards with electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD) are marked with the label
shown.
When handling b oards fitted with ESDs, you must always 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 c harges.
• 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.
Removing and installing the
battery
How to remove and reinstall a battery is described in the "Removing
and installing the battery", Page 25 chapter.
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during servicin g
Removing and installing the har
ddisk
Removing the hard disk
► Switch the notebook off and pull the power plug out of the mains socket.
► Close the LCD screen so that it locks into place.
► Disconnect all cables connected to the notebook.
► Turn your notebook over and place it on a stable, sturdy, flat surface. If nece ssary, lay an
anti-slip cloth on this surface to prevent the notebook from being scratched.
► Remove the battery (see "
Removing the battery", Page 25).
Harddisk
2
1
► Remove the screws (1).
1
3
HDD 2
2
► Pull the hard disk by the pul
ling aid (1)
in the direction of the arro
w(2).
► Remove the hard disk from the hard
disk compartment (3).
► Remove the two screws from the mounting plate.
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Installing the hard disk
When installing the hard disk, ensure that the contacts in the hard disk
compartment do not bend or become damaged.
Harddisk
► Attach the two screws to the mounting plate.
► Insert the hard disk into the ha
rd disk compartment - the hard disk must be straight.
1
2
HDD 2
► Pulltheharddiskbythepullingaid(1)inthe
direction of the arrow (2) until the contacts
engage. If necessary, use a finger to guide
the left-hand edge of the hard disk along.
2
1
► Secure the cover with the screw s (1).
► Install the battery again (see "
Inserting the battery", Page 25).
► Turn the notebook over and place it on a flat surface.
► Reconnect the cables that you disconnected before.
Second hard disk (certain devices only)
SecondharddiskAdditionalharddisk
Depending on your part
icular model, you may be able to install a second hard disk in you r notebook.
The second hard disk i
s installed and removed in exactly the same way as the
first one (see "
Removi
ng and installing the hard disk", Page 55).
Theharddiskmountin
g plate can be purchased through our service centres.
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Memory: expansion
MainmemoryMemoryupgradeSystemexpan sionSystemexpansion
Your notebook has 512 MB – 2 GB or 4 GB of main memory, depending on the upgrade level. The
notebook will not start without memo ry modules, as no fixed main memory is installed.
Installing and removing the memory expansion
Memorymodule
If you are asked by the Hotline/Help Desk to remove and install the memory
extension yourself, proceed as follows:
Please observe the safety information in "Important not es", Page 4.
The notebook must be switched off when installing/removing the memory
modules and must not be in energy saving mode.
Only use memory upgrades which are approved for your noteb ook. 512 MB,
1 GB and 2 GB modules DDR2-533 SO DIMM (PC2-4200) or 512 MB, 1 GB
and 2 GB modules DDR2-667 SO DIMM (PC2-5300).
Never use force when installing or removing memory modules.
Make sure that foreign objects do not fall into the memory expansion compartment.
The memory modules are located underneath the service compartment. You must open the
service compartment to remove or install a memory module. Once you have removed the cover,
the various components are exposed. These components should be removed and replaced
only by auth o rised spe cialists. Therefore, be sure to observe the following:
Individual components (e.g. the processor heat sink) can become very hot
during operation. Therefore, we recommend that you wait one hour after
switching off the notebook before removing or installing the memory modules.
Otherwise, there is a risk of suffering burns!
As some components with ESDs are exposed, please read the section "
Notes on
installing and removing boards and components", Page 54 in "Important notes", Page 4.
► Switch your notebook off.
► Close the LCD screen so that it locks into place.
► Unplug the mains plug of the mains adapter from the mains socket.
► Disconnect all cables connected to the notebook.
► Turn your notebook over and place it on a stable, sturdy, flat surface. If nece ssary, lay an
anti-slip cloth on this surface to prevent the notebook from being scratched.
► Remove the battery (see "
Removing the battery", Page 25).
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Removing cover
1
2
► Remove the screws (1).
Cover
► Lift the cover off the notebook (2).
Memory modules: removing
3
2
1
1
► Carefully push the two mounting
clips outwards (1).
MemoryexpansionMemorymodule
The memory modu le will snap upwards (2).
► Pull the memory module out of its slot
in the direction of the arrow (3).
Installing the memory module
2
a
1
► Insert the memory module with the contacts
and the recess (a) facing the slot (1).
Memoryexp
ansion
Memorymod
ule
► Carefully push the memory module
downwards until you feel it click
into place (2).
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Mounting the cover
2
1
► Position the cover (1).
Cover
► Secure the cover with the screws (2).
► Install the battery again (see "
Inserting the battery", Page 25).
► Turn the notebook over and
placeitonaflat surface.
► Reconnect the cables that you disconnected before.
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Settings in BIOS Setup Utility
Settings in BIOS Setup Utility
BIOSSetupUtilitySystemsettings,BIOSSetupUtilityConfiguration,BIOSSetupUtilitySetupSystemconfigurationHardwareconfiguration
In BIOS SetupUtility you can set the system functions and the hardware configuration of your notebook.
When it is delivered, the notebook is set to factory default settings. You can change
these settings in the menus of the BIOS Setup Utility. Any changes you make take
effect as soon as you save and quit the BIOS Setup Utility.
The BIOS Setup Utility contains the following menus:
Main
System settings such as time and date
Info
Displays information relating to the BIO S, processor and notebook
Advanced
Advanced system settings
Security
Password settings and security functions
Boot
Configuration of the start-up sequence
Exit
Exits the BIOS Setup Utility
Starting the BIOS Setup Utility
► Reboot the notebook (switch off/o
n or reboot the operating system).
BIOSSetupUtility
The following or a similar display appears on the screen at start-up:
<F2> BIOS Setup <F12> Boot Menu
► When this message appears, press the function key
F2
.
► If a password has been assigned, ente
r the passwo rd and press Enter.
If you have forgotten the password,
contact your system administrator
or contact our customer service ce
ntre.
Using t he BIOS Setup Utility
BIOSSetupUtility
Press the
F1
key to display help on using the BIOS S etup Utility . The description of the
individual settings is shown in the right-hand window of the BIO S Setup Utility .
With the
F9
key you can load the default settings of the BIOS Setup Utility .
► Use the cursor keys
←
or
→
to select the menu you wish to access to make changes.
The menu is displayed on the screen.
► Select the option you want to change with the cursor keys
↑
or↓.
► Press the Enter key.
► Press the
ESC
key to exit the selected menu.
► For future reference, make a note of the changes you have made (for example, in this manual).
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Settings in BIOS Setup Utility
Exiting BIOS Setup Utility
BIOSSetupUtility
You need to s elect the desired option in the Exit menuandactivateitwiththeEnterkey.
Save Changes and Exit – Save the settings and exit the BIOS Setup Utility
► To save the current settings and exit the BIO S-Setup-Utility, select Save Changes and Exit and Yes.
The notebook is rebooted and the new settings come into effect.
Discard Changes and Exit – Discard changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility
► Select Discard Changes and Exit to discard the changes you have made.
The settings which were in force when BIOS Setup Utility was called up remain effective.
The BIOS Setup Utility is closed down and the notebook is rebooted.
Get Default Values
► To revert all the menus of the BIOS Setup Utility to the default entries,
select Get Default Values and Yes.
Load Previous Values – Discard Changes without exiting
the BIOS Setup Utility
► Select Load Previous Values and Yes to discard the changes you have m ade.
The settings which were in force when BIOS Setup Utility was called up remain effective.
You can now change other settings in the BIOS S etup Utility.
► If you want to exit the BIOS Setup Utility with these settings, select Save Changes and Exit and Yes.
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Troubleshooting and tips
Troubleshooting and tips
TroubleshootingTipsFaultTroubleshooting
Refer to the safety information in the "Safety" manual when
connecting or disconnecting cables.
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 no te of any error messages displayed.
► Switch the notebook off.
► Contact the Hotline/Help De sk.
You c an find the telephone numbers in the help desk list. Please have
the following information ready when you call:
• The model name and serial number
of the noteb ook. The serial number is
located on a sticker on the under
side of the notebook.
• Notes of any messages that appear on the s creen and information on acoustic signals.
• Any changes you have made to the ha
rdware or software since
receiving the notebook.
• Any changes you have made to the BIOS Setup settings since receiving the notebook.
• Your system configuration and all p
eripheral devices connected to your system.
• Your sales contract.
Our notebooks have been de signed primarily with mobile applications in mind.
This means that considerable effort has been made to optimise components and
equipment in terms of weight, space and energy requirements. Depending on the
particular configuration you have purchased, it is possible that functionality may be
slightly reduced compared to a desktop PC if you are running processor-intensive
gaming software, e.g. games with intensive 3D graphics. Updating your hardware
with drivers which have not been approved by Fujitsu Siemens Computers may
result in performance losses, data losses or malfunction of the equipment. A
list of approved drivers and current BIOS versions can be downloaded from:
"
http://www.fujitsu-siemens.com/support/downloads.html"
Restoring installed software
Please create backup copies of your files on a regular basis. If data is lost, you can
restore your applications using the data carriers. However, if you do not have backup
copies of your own data files, it is no longer possible to restore them.
If your operating system will not start, or if there are errors on the hard disk, the
pre-installed software may have to be re-installed.
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Troubleshooting and tips
Restoring the operating system, drivers, manuals
and special software
You c an find information on how to restore the operating system, drivers, manuals
and sp ecial software in the "Recovery Process" manual.
The notebook’s date or time is incorrect
SummertimeTime,dayligh tsavingsTimenotcorrectTimenotc orr ec tIncorrec tdate/timeDateisincorrectBufferbattery,load
Cause Troubleshooting
Time and date are incorrect.
► Set the time or date in the Main menu of t
he
BIOS Setup Utility.
If the time and date are repeatedly incorrect when you switch on the notebook,
the buffer battery that supplies the internal clock is dead.
► Please contact your sales outlet or our hotline/helpdesk.
A beep sounds at a rate of one per second
Abeepsoundseveryseco nd
Cause Troubleshooting
The battery is almost flat. ► Charge the battery.
The notebook’s LCD screen remains blank
LCDscreenLCDscreenis
toodark
Cause Troubleshooting
Monitor is switched off.
► Press a key or enter the password
External monitor or television set connected.
► Press the key combination
Fn
+
F3
(switch
screen output).
The LCD screen is difficult to re
ad
LCDscreenLCDscree
n
Cause Troubleshooting
Reflected glare ► Turn the notebook or alter the tilt of the LCD
screen.
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The external monitor remains bl
ank
Monitor
Cause Troubleshooting
Monitor is switched off. ► Switch the external monitor on.
Power saving has been activated (monitor is
blank).
► Press any key to continue.
Brightness is set to dark.
► Adjust the brightness of the monit
or.
Screen output is set to t he notebook’s LCD
screen
► Press the key combination
Fn
+
F3
(switch
screen output).
The external m onito r’s power cable or data
cable is not connected properly.
► Switch off the external monitor and the
notebook.
► Check wh ether the power cable is plugged
properly into the external monitor and into
the power socket.
► Check whether the data cable is properly
connected to t he notebook and the external
monitor (if it is plugged in with a connector).
► Switch on the external monitor and the
notebook.
The external monitor is blan
kortheimageisunstable
ScreenMonitor
Cause Troubleshooting
The wrong external monitor ha
s been selected
or the wrong screen resoluti
on has been set for
the application program.
► Terminate the application pr
ogram in
Windows by pressing
Alt
+
F4
.Ifthe
fault
persists after c losing the p
rogram, switch
over to the notebook’s inter
nal LCD screen
with
Fn
+
F3
. Change the followin
g
setting:
► Set the screen resolution: Select the
required resolution with Startsymbol –
(Settings) – Control Panel – Appearance and
Personalization – Personalization: Adjust the
screen resolution as required.
► Select monitor: Right-c
lick on the desktop.
Under Personalization –
Display Settings
choose screen 1 or 2 and un
der Advanced
Settings – Monitor cho
ose the correct monitor.
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The notebook cannot be started
Notebook
Cause Troubleshooting
The battery is not installed corre
ctly.
► Switch t he notebook off.
► Check whether the battery is installed
correctly in its compartment.
► Switch t he notebook on.
The battery is dead.
► Charge the battery.
or
► Install a charged battery.
or
► Connect the mains ada pter to the
notebook.
The power adapter is not connecte
d correctly.
► Switch t he notebook off.
► Check whether the mains adapter is
connected correctly to the notebook.
► Switch t he notebook on.
The notebook stops working
NotebookEnergysavingm
ode
Cause Troubleshooting
Notebook is in energy saving mode. ► Leave energy saving mode.
An application programme has caused the
malfunction.
► Close the application program or restart
the notebook by switching it on/off or with
a warm boot.
The battery is dead.
► Charge the battery.
or
► Install a charged battery.
or
► Connect the mains ada pter to the
notebook.
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The printer does not print
Printerdoesnotprint
Cause Troubleshooting
The printer is not switched on. ► Make sure that the printer is switc
hed on
and is online (see the manuals sup
plied with
the printer).
The printer is not connected corr
ectly.
► Check that the cable connecting the
notebook and the printer is connected
properly.
The printer driver is faulty or not correctly
installed, or it is the wrong p rinter driver.
► Check that the cable connecting the
notebook and the printer is connected
properly.
► Check whether the correct printer driver is
loaded (see printer documentation).
The radio connection to a n
etwork does not work
Theradioconnecti
ontoanetworkdoes notwork
Cause Troubleshooting
The radio component is disab
led.
► Switch the radio component on (see
"
Switching the wireless LAN/ Bluetooth
module on and off", Pag e 38).
The radio component is enabled. Despite this,
the wireless connection to a network does not
work.
► Check whether the radio connection is
switched on via the software.
► Further information on using the
radio component can be found in the
corresponding manual or in the help files
(see "
Information sources", Page 5).
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Technical data
Technical data
Technicaldata
To find the correct technical data for your device, see the device information plate. The
device information plate is located on the underside of the device.
Type designation (e.g. AMILO Xa 2528)
Notebook
Technical
data
Environmental conditions
Environmental class 3K2
Temperature
Operating (3K2) 5 °C – 35 °C
Transport (2K2) 15 °C – 60 °C
Dimensions
Width x Depth x Height (front/back) 399 mm x 299 m m x 33/39.5 mm
Weight (depending on configuration)
approx. 3,7 kg
The data sheet of this notebook contains further technical data. You
can find the data sheet on your notebook or you ca n download it from
the Internet at "
www.fujitsu-siemens.com".
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Technical data
Battery
Technicaldata
Time
Charging time (when not in operati
on)
approx. 3 hours
Operating time approx. 2 hours (depending on app lica tion)
Power adapter 90 W
Technicaldata
Electrical d ata
Primary
Rated voltage
100 V – 240 V (automatic)
50 Hz – 60 Hz (automatic)
Secondary
Rated voltage 20V
Max. rated current 4.5A
You can readily order an additional mains adapter and an additional power cable.
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Manufacturer’s notes
Manufacturer’s notes
Disposal and recycling
Notes
You can find information on this subject on your notebook or on the "Drivers
& Utilities" CD/DVD or on our website.
Declarations of Conformity
Declarationofconformity
The "Declarations of Conformi
ty" concerning the AMILO can be found at our
Internet address: "
www.fujit
su-siemens.com".
Hereby, Fujitsu Siemens Compu
ters, declares that the AMILO is in compliance with the
essential requirements and ot
her relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC .
Copyright-protected technology
Copyright-protectedtechnology
This product incorporates copyright protection technology tha t is protected by method claims of
certain U. S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and
other rights owners. U se of this copyright protection technology must be authorised by Macro vision
Corporation, a nd is intended for home and other limited viewing uses o nly unless otherwise
authorised by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
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Manufacturer’s notes
CE marking
CEmarking
CE marking for devices without wireless component
The version of this device supplied complies with the requirements of EEC
directives 89/336/EEC "Electromagnetic compatibility" and 2006/95/EEC
"Low voltage directive".
CE marking for devices with radio component
This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC of the
European Parliament and Commission from 9 M arch , 1999 governing Radio
and Telecommunications Equipment and m utu al recognition of conformity.
This equipment can be used in the following countries:
Belgium Bulgaria Denmark
Germany
Estonia Finland France
Greece
UK Ireland Iceland Italy
Latvia Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg
Malta Netherlands Norway Austria
Poland Portugal Romania
Sweden
Switzerland Slovakia Slovenia Spain
Czech Republic
Hungary
Cyprus
Contact the corresponding government office in the respective country for
current information on possible operating restrictions. If your country is
not included in the list, then please conta ct the corresponding supervisory
authority as to whether the use of this product is permitted in your country.
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Index
Index
56k modem 37
A
A beep sounds every second 63
Additional hard disk 56
Alt+Tab 18
Anti-theft protection 43
Audio ports 50–51
AutoPlay function 34
B
Backspace 15
Backtab 19
Battery 3, 24
care and maintenance 24
charge level 24, 26
charging 24
inserting 25
life 24
removing 25
self-discharge 24
storing 24
Battery charge status indicator
see Battery indicator 14
Battery indicator 14
Battery release 3
Battery status meter 24
Battery symbol
see Battery indicator 14
BIOS Setup Utility
call up 60
exiting 61
protect with password 44
settings 60
using 60
Blank 32
Bluetooth 38
Bluetooth port 3
Board 54
Brief overview
security functions 43
Buffer battery, load 6 3
Built-in loudspeakers 3
Buttons 15
C
Caps Lock 16
indicator 14
Caps Lock indicator 14
CD blank 32
CD/DVD
AutoPlay function 34
emergency removal 33
handling 32
inserting 33
overview 31
removing 33
CD/DVD drive 3, 32
CD-R 31
CD-ROM 31
CD-RW 31
CE marking 70
Changing the font size 23
Charging capacity, battery 24
CIR interface 39
Cleaning 7
Components
installing / removing 54
Configuration, BIOS Setup Utility 60
Connecting a microphone 50
Connecting a television s et 52
Connecting audio devices 49–51
Connecting digital audio devices 49
Connecting digital video devices 49
Connecting he adphones 51
Connecting high-speed devices 4 9
Connecting video devices 49
Content type, CD/DVD
AutoPlay function 34
Copyright-protected technology 69
Cover
removing 58
securing 59
Crystal View display
cleaning 7
Ctrl+Alt+Del 19
Cursor control keys 16
Cursor keys 16
D
Data storage media 31
Date is incorrect 63
DC IN jack 3
Declaration of conformity 69
Devices
connecting 46
disconnecting 46
DL support, Multi-format DVD burner 32
Drive indicator 14
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DVD 31
regional codes 34
DVD blank 32
DVD film
regional codes 34
DVD video 31
DVD+R 31
DVD-R 31
DVD+R DL / DVD-R DL 32
DVD-R LF 32
DVD-ROM 31
DVD+RW 31
DVD-RW 31
E
Easy Launch keys 3, 20
Emergency removal, CD/DVD 33
Energy
energy saving 4
Energy saving 4
Energy saving mode
activating 18
leaving 65
Enter 15
Enter key 15
ESD 54
Ethernet LAN 36
ExpressCard 28
inserting 28
removing 29
ExpressCard slot 3
F
Fault
correction 62
FireWire port 3, 49
Fn key 16
Fn+F1 18
Fn+F10 18
Fn+F3 18
Fn+F5 18
Fn+F6 18
Fn+F8 18
Fn+F9 18
G
Getting started 8
H
Hard disk 3, 30
installing 56
removing 55
Hardware configuration 60
Headphone port 3
I
Important notes 4
Incorrect date/time 63
Indicator
drives 14
Information sources 5
Infrared interface 3
Internet, Easy Launch key 20
K
Kensington Lock 3
Kensington MicroSaver 43
Key combination 17
Key: Fn+F11 18
Keyboard 15
cleaning 7
L
LAN port 3
LCD screen 3
cleaning 7
decreasing the brightness 18
difficult to read 63
increasing the brightness 18
notes 22
reflected glare 63
remains blank 63
Setting the font size 23
settings 2 3
synchronising the display 23
LCD scre en is too dark 63
Life, battery 24
Line feed 15
Line in 3
Line In socket 50
Line out 3
Location, selecting the 9
Loudspeaker 35
Loudspeaker port 3
Loudspeakers
switching off 18
switching on 18
M
Main memory
see Memory expansion 57
Mechanical safety device 43
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Memory card
inserting 30
removing 30
Memory Card
handling 30
Memory Stick Pro 30
MultiMediaCard 30
Secure Digital 30
Memory card slot 3
Memory expansion
installing 58
removing 58
Memory module
important notes 57
installing 58
removing 58
Memory Stick Pro 30
Memory upgrade
see Memory expansion 57
Menu key 16
Microphone 35
Microphone port 3
Mobile operation 6
Modem 37
connecting 37
Modem port 3
Monitor
connecting 48, 52
drifting display 64
refresh rate 48
remains blank 64
synchronising the display 23
Monitor port 3
see VGA connecto r 48
Multi-format DVD burner, double layer
support 32
Multimedia, Easy Launch key 20
MultiMediaCard 30
N
Notebook
before you travel 6
cannot be started 65
cleaning 7
getting started 8
ON/OFF switch 3
setting up 9
stops working 65
transporting 6
using 11
Notebook:
switching off 12
switching on 11
Notebook, operation 11
Notes 4
boards 54
cleaning 7
disposal / recycling 69
energy saving 4
LCD screen 22
security 4
transport 6
Num Lock
indicator 14, 17
Num Lock indicator 14
Numeric keypad 15
see Separate numeric keypad 17
O
ON/OFF switch
notebook 3
Operating system
activating system protection 45
deactivating system protection 45
protecting with password 45
P
Packaging 8
Password
cancelling 45
changing 45
entering 44
Password protection 44
Pause key 16
Peripheral devices
connecting 46
disconnecting 46
Ports and operating elements 3
Power
power consumption 26
power-management features 26
Power adapter
connecting 9
setting up 9
Power indicator 14
Preparing for operation 9
Printer does not print 66
R
Rechargeable battery
see Battery 24
Regional codes 34
Remote control 39
removing 39
Removing by hand, CD/DVD 33
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Return 15
S
S-Video out socket 3, 52
Safety information 4
Screen
no screen display 64
Screen brightness
decreasing 18
increasing 18
Screen port
see VGA connector 48
Scroll
indicator 14
Scroll Lock indicator 14
Scroll Lock:
indicator 14
Second hard disk 56
Secure Digital 30
Security functions 43
brief overview 4 3
Self-discharge, battery 24
Separate numeric keypad 17
Servicing 54
Setup
see BIOS Setup Utility 60
Shift 16
Shift k ey 16
Shift+Tab 19
Silent Mode, Easy Launch key 14, 20
SIM card 3
Slot
ExpressCard 28
memory card 30
SPDIF port 3
Standby: indicator 14
Start key 16
Status indicators 13
Summer time 63
Supervisor password
cancelling 45
changing 45
entering 44
Switching between screen outputs 18
Switching on for the first time 10
Synchronisation, screen display 2 3
System configuration 60
System expansion 57
see Memory expansion 57
System settings, BIOS Setup Utility 60
T
Tab key 15
Technical data 67
battery 68
notebook 6 7
power adapter 90 W 68
The radio connection to a network does
not work 66
Time not correct 63
Time, daylight savings 63
Tips 62
Touchpad 3, 20
buttons 20
cleaning 7
dragging an ob ject 21
executing commands 21
moving the pointer 21
selecting an object 21
switching off 18
switching on 18
Touchpad buttons 3
Touchpad indicator 14
Transport 6
Transport damage 8
Travel, notebook 6
Troubleshooting 62
U
USB port 3
USB ports 49
Use Kensington Lock 43
User password
cancelling 45
changing 45
entering 44
Using the
remote control 40
V
VGA connector 48
Video output
see S-Video out socket 52
Volume
adjusting 36
decreasing 18
increasing 18
W
Warm restart 19
Webcam 3, 23
Whisper mode, Easy Launch key 14, 20
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Wireless LAN 38
ON/OFF switch 3
Wireless LAN indicator 14
Wireless LAN/Bluetooth
switching the module off 38
switching the module on 38
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