Fujitsu Siemens Computers AMILO Pa series Product information sheet

Notebook
EasyGuide
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AMILO Pa / Pi Series

Are there ...
... any technical problems or other questions which you would like to be clarified?
Please contact:
●our Hotline/Help Desk
(see Help Desk List supplied or the Internet: www.fujitsu-siemens.com/helpdesk)
●your sales partner
●your sales outlet
Additional information is contained in the Help Desk list and the "Warranty" manual.
You can find the "Warranty" manual on your notebook under Start – Manuals or on the
"Drivers & Utilities" CD/DVD.
The latest information on our products, tips, updates, etc., can be found on the internet under:
www.fujitsu-siemens.com

This manual was produced by
Xerox Global Services
Published by
Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH
Printed in the Federal Republic of Germany
AG 07/05
Edition 1
Order No.: 10600718673
Order No.: 440 N30702

AMILO Pa / Pi Series
Operating Manual
Introduction
Technical data
Ports and
operating elements
Manufacturer’s notes
Important notes
Index
Preparing the notebook
for use
Using your notebook
Security functions
Connecting external
devices
Memory expansion
Settings in BIOS Setup
Utility
Troubleshooting
and tips
July 2006 edition

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Contents
Innovative technology ...................................................................................................................... 1
Notational conventions ......................................................................................................................... 2
Ports and operating elements.......................................................................................................... 3
Important notes .................................................................................................................................. 5
Safety notes.......................................................................................................................................... 5
Energy saving....................................................................................................................................... 5
Travelling with your notebook............................................................................................................... 6
Before you travel .......................................................................................................................... 6
Transporting the notebook ........................................................................................................... 6
Cleaning the notebook.......................................................................................................................... 7
Using your notebook for the first time ............................................................................................. 9
Unpacking and checking your notebook............................................................................................... 9
Selecting the location ........................................................................................................................ 10
Connecting the power adapter ........................................................................................................... 10
Switching on the notebook for the first time........................................................................................ 11
Using your notebook........................................................................................................................ 13
Switching on the notebook ................................................................................................................. 13
Switching off the notebook ................................................................................................................. 14
Status indicators................................................................................................................................. 15
Keyboard ............................................................................................................................................ 17
Virtual numeric keypad............................................................................................................... 19
Key combination......................................................................................................................... 19
Country and keyboard settings...................................................................................................21
Easy Launch keys .............................................................................................................................. 21
Touchpad and touchpad buttons........................................................................................................ 22
LCD screen......................................................................................................................................... 23
Information on LCD monitor ....................................................................................................... 23
Monitor settings .......................................................................................................................... 24
Battery ................................................................................................................................................ 24
Charging, caring for and maintaining the battery........................................................................ 24
Battery charging level, monitoring ..............................................................................................25
Removing and installing the battery ........................................................................................... 25
Using the power-management features .............................................................................................26
ExpressCards ..................................................................................................................................... 27
Inserting ExpressCard................................................................................................................ 27
Removing the ExpressCard ....................................................................................................... 28
Memory cards..................................................................................................................................... 29
Inserting memory card................................................................................................................ 29
Removing memory card ............................................................................................................. 29
Hard disk ............................................................................................................................................ 29
CD/DVD data storage formats and CD/DVD drive (device dependent) ............................................. 30
CD/DVD data storage formats.................................................................................................... 30
CD/DVD drive (device dependent) ............................................................................................. 31
Handling CD/DVDs..................................................................................................................... 32
Inserting or removing a CD/DVD................................................................................................ 33
Regional codes for DVD films and DVD players ........................................................................ 34
Adjusting AutoPlay function of your CD/DVD drive .................................................................... 34
Loudspeaker....................................................................................................................................... 35
Volume adjustment..................................................................................................................... 35
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Integrated 56k modem ........................................................................................................................36
Connecting notebook modem to telephone wall socket..............................................................36
Ethernet and LAN................................................................................................................................37
Wireless LAN ......................................................................................................................................37
Switching wireless LAN module on and off.................................................................................37
Security functions.............................................................................................................................39
Brief overview of the security functions...............................................................................................39
Using Kensington Lock .......................................................................................................................39
Configuring password protection in BIOS Setup Utility.......................................................................40
Protecting BIOS Setup Utility (supervisor and user password)...................................................40
Password protection of operating system...................................................................................41
Connecting external devices............................................................................................................43
Ports....................................................................................................................................................44
Connecting an external moitor to the notebook ..................................................................................44
Connecting USB devices ...................................................................................................................45
Connecting external audio devices.....................................................................................................46
Connecting FireWire devices..............................................................................................................47
Connecting an external device to S-Video out....................................................................................48
Removing and installing components during servicing................................................................49
Notes on installing and removing boards and components ................................................................49
Removing and installing the battery....................................................................................................50
Removing and installing the hard disk ................................................................................................50
Removing the hard disk ..............................................................................................................50
Installing the hard disk ................................................................................................................51
Memory expansion.............................................................................................................................52
Installing and removing the memory extension...........................................................................52
Settings in BIOS Setup Utility..........................................................................................................55
Start BIOS Setup Utility.......................................................................................................................55
Operating BIOS Setup Utility...............................................................................................................56
Exiting BIOS Setup Utility....................................................................................................................56
Troubleshooting and tips.................................................................................................................57
Restoring installed software................................................................................................................57
Restoring the operating system, drivers, manuals and special software....................................57
The notebook's date or time is incorrect .............................................................................................58
The LCD screen of the notebook remains blank.................................................................................58
The LCD screen is difficult to read......................................................................................................58
The external monitor stays blank ........................................................................................................59
The external monitor is blank or the image is unstable.......................................................................59
The notebook cannot be started .........................................................................................................60
The notebook stops working ...............................................................................................................60
The printer does not print....................................................................................................................61
The DVD film does not continue to play..............................................................................................61
Technical data...................................................................................................................................63
Notebook.............................................................................................................................................64
Battery.................................................................................................................................................64
Mains adapter 65 W............................................................................................................................64
Manufacturer’s notes........................................................................................................................65
Disposal and recycling ........................................................................................................................65
Declarations of Conformity..................................................................................................................65
Copyright-protected technology ..........................................................................................................65
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CE marking......................................................................................................................................... 66
Index.................................................................................................................................................. 67
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Innovative technology ...
... and ergonomic design make your AMILO the ideal easy to use and reliable notebook.
Your notebook is available in several different versions. Most of the sections in this manual apply to
all models - any differences are pointed out separately. Some of the illustrations and features in this
manual may differ from your model and are for guidance only.
Your operating system Microsoft Windows XP is already pre-installed and optimally configured. That
means you're ready to start when you switch on your AMILO for the first 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 Gbyte Mbyte of main memory (RAM) You can obtain information on suitable memory
modules from our Technical Support.
●a multi format DVD drive with double layer suport or, depending on the device, a DVD±RW
dual drive or a multi format DVD drive with double layer support with label flash to plat DVD
films or write CD/DVD.
●S-Video out for connecting your notebook to your television
●an IEEE 1394 (FireWire) connection for high speed devices such as digital camcorders
●several USB ports which provide easy expansion with webcams, game pads, printers and more
●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 photos, music and video clips quickly onto your notebook.
●an onboard sound card and two stereo loudspeakers for your audio enjoyment
●You can even connect a microphone and external speakers for even better performance.
With the user-friendly BIOS Setup Utility you can control the hardware of your notebook 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.
You can also find information on your AMILO in the following locations:
●in the manuals "Safety" and "Warranty"
●in the wireless LAN software documentation (PDF file on the "Driver & Utilities" CD/DVD, or on
our Internet site.)
●in your operating system documentation
●in the information files (e.g. *.TXT,T*.DOC, *.CHM, *.HLP, *.PDF, *.HTML)
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Innovative Technology ...
Notational conventions
The following symbols are used in this manual:
Indicates information which is important for your health or for preventing
physical damage. Failure to follow the instructions may lead to loss of data,
invalidate your warranty, destroy the notebook, or endanger your life.
!
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Indicates important information which is required to use the system properly.
►Texts which follow this symbol describe activities that must be performed in
the order shown.
This font indicates screen outputs.
This font indicates programme names, commands, or menu items.
"Quotation marks" indicate names of chapters, hard disks, CDs, DVDs, and terms that are
being emphasised.
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Ports and
operating elements
This chapter presents the individual hardware components of your notebook. You can obtain an
overview of the displays and connections of the notebook. Please familiarise yourself with these
components before you start to work with your notebook.
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13 = Touchpad
1 = Kensington Lock
14 = Touchpad buttons
2 = DC jack (DC IN)
15 = Status indicators
3 = Monitor port
16 = Headphones /SPDIF port
4 = S-Video out socket
17 = Microphone port/Line In
5 = LAN port
18 = ON/OFF switch, Wireless LAN
6 = USB port
19 = USB ports
7 = FireWire port
20 = CD/DVD drive
8 = Memory card slot
21 = Modem port
9 = ExpressCard slot
22 = Service compartment (hard disk, memory)
10 = Built-in loudspeakers
23 = Battery
11 = Easy Launch keys
24 = Battery release latch
12 = ON/OFF switch of the Notebook
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Ports and operating elements
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Important notes
Here you will find essential safety information regarding your notebook. The other notes provide
useful information on your notebook.
Safety notes
!
Pay attention to the information provided in the "Safety" manual and in the following safety
notes.
Observe the sections in the manual marked with the symbol on the left.
●When connecting and disconnecting cables, observe the relevant notes in this operating
manual.
●Read the information on the ambient conditions in the chapter "Technical data" and the chapter
"Using your notebook for the first time" before putting your notebook into operation and
switching it on for the first time.
●When cleaning the device, please observe the relevant notes in the "Cleaning the notebook"
paragraph.
●If you have a notebook with wireless LAN, you must also observe the additional safety
precautions for devices with radio components in the "Safety" manual.
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
If you will not be using your notebook, switch it off.
Make use of the device's energy saving functions (see "Using your notebook"). If you use the
possible energy saving functions, the notebook uses less energy. You will then be able to work for
longer before having to recharge the battery.
Energy saving under Windows
If a monitor with energy saving features is connected to your notebook, you can use the Screen Saver
tab to activate the energy saving features of the monitor. Select a screen saver via Start - Control
Panel - Appearance and Themes - Display - Screen Saver.
You may set further energy saving functions in the Start - Control Panel - Performance and Maintenance
- Power Options menu.
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Important notes
Travelling with your notebook
Please follow these guidelines when travelling with your notebook.
Before you travel
●Back up important data stored on your hard disk.
●Switch off the radio component (Wireless LAN) for data security reasons. With data traffic via a
wireless connection, it is also possible for unauthorised third parties to receive data.
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Information on activating data encryption is provided in the documentation for your radio
component.
●If you wish to use your notebook during a flight, first check with the flight attendants if it is OK to
do so.
When travelling in other countries
●If you are travelling abroad, check that the mains adapter can be operated with the local mains
voltage. If this is not the case, obtain the appropriate mains adapter for your notebook.
Do not use any other voltage converter!
●Check whether the local power supply and the specifications of the power cable are
compatible. If this is not the case, buy a power cable that matches the local conditions. Do not
use a connection adapter for electrical devices to connect the notebook.
●Enquire with the corresponding government office of the country you will be travelling in as to
whether you may operate the radio component integrated in your notebook there (also see "CE
marking").
●If you use a modem, incompatibilities with the local telephone system may result. This may
result in poor performance, or the modem will not work at all.
You may require a country-specific telephone adapter (available as an accessory).
Transporting the notebook
●Remove all disks (e.g. CD, DVD) from the drives.
●Switch the notebook off.
●Unplug the mains adapter and all external devices from the power socket.
●Disconnect the mains adapter cable and the data cables for all external devices.
●Close the LCD screen so that it locks into place.
●To protect against damaging jolts and bumps, use a notebook carrying case to transport your
notebook.
●Protect the notebook from severe shocks and extreme temperatures (e.g. direct sunlight in a
car).
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Cleaning the notebook
►Switch the notebook off.
►Unplug the mains adapter from the mains socket.
►Remove the battery (see "Removing battery" chapter).
Do not clean any interior parts yourself; leave this job to a service technician.
!Only use cleaning products designed for computers. Normal household cleaners and
polishes can damage the markings on the keyboard and the device, the paintwork or the
notebook itself.
Ensure that no liquid enters the notebook.
The Crystal View display is very sensitive to scratching! Only clean the display surface with
a very soft, slightly damp cloth.
Wipe the casing with a dry cloth.
If particularly dirty, use a cloth which has been moistened in mild domestic detergent and then
carefully wrung out.
To clean the keyboard and the touchpad, you can use disinfectant wipes.
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Using your notebook for the first time
!Please read the "Important notes" chapter.
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 necessary hardware drivers required are
preinstalled.
Upon delivery, the battery can be found in the battery compartment. The battery must be charged if
you want to operate your notebook with the battery.
When not plugged into a mains outlet, the notebook runs on its built-in battery. You can increase the
battery's life by enabling the system's energy saving functions.
When you use your notebook in your home or office, we recommend you use the mains adapter
instead of the battery.
Please see the "Connecting external devices" chapter for instructions on how to connect devices
such as a mouse and a printer to the notebook.
Unpacking and checking your notebook
►Unpack all the individual parts.
►Check your notebook for damage incurred during transportation.
Should you discover damages incurred during transportation, notify your local sales outlet
immediately!
!
We recommend that you keep the original packaging material.
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You may need the packaging in the future if you need to transport your device.
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Using your notebook for the first time
Selecting the location
Select a suitable location for the notebook before setting it up. Consider the following
points when looking for a location:
!●Never place the notebook on a soft surface (e.g. carpeting, upholstered furniture,
bed). This can block the air vents and cause overheating and damage.
●Do not place the notebook on your legs for a longer period of time. The underside of
the notebook heats up during normal operation. Longer contact with the skin can
become unpleasant or even result in burns.
●Place the notebook on a stable, flat, nonslippery surface. Please note that the rubber
feet may mark certain types of surfaces.
●Keep other objects 100 mm away from the notebook and its mains adapter to ensure
adequate ventilation.
●Never cover the fan intake or exhaust openings of the notebook or the mains
adapter.
●Do not expose the notebook to extreme environmental conditions.
Protect the notebook from dust, humidity, and heat.
Connecting the power adapter
Please take note of the information in the section "Safety notes".
!The power cable supplied conforms to the requirements of the country in which you
purchased your notebook. Make sure that the power cable is approved for use in the
country in which you intend to use it.
The mains adapter's AC cable should 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 adapter (see technical data of the mains adapter).
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2
3
►Connect the mains adapter cable (1) to the
DC jack (DC IN) of the notebook.
►Connect the power cable (2) into the mains
adapter.
►Plug the power cable (3) into a mains
outlet.
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