Fujitsu Siemens Computers AMILO Xa 1526 Product information sheet

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EasyGuide
AMILO Xa Series

Are there...
... any technical problems or other questions that you need help with?
Please contact:
• our Hotline/Help Desk (see the enclosed Help Desk List or the Internet:
"www.fujitsu-siemens.com/helpdesk"
• Your sales partner
• Your sales office
Additional information is contained in the Help Desk list and the "Warranty" manual.
The "Warranty" manual can be found on your notebook under Start –
Manuals or on the "Drivers & Utilities" CD/DVD.
Latest information on our products, tips, updates etc. can be found on our
website at: "www.fujitsu‑siemens.com"

This manual was produced by Xerox Global Services
Published by
Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH
AG 10/06
Edition1
Order No.: 10600718746
Order No.: 440 N30762

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 functions 42
Connecting external devices 46
Removing and installing components during
servicing 52
Settings in BIOS Setup Utility 58
Troubleshooting and tips 60
Technical data 66
Manufacturer’s notes 68
Index 70
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Contents
Contents
Innovativetechnology... ................................................................ 1
Areyoumissinginformation? ............................................................ 1
Notational conventions .................................................................. 2
Ports and operating elements .......................................................... 3
Importantnotes ........................................................................ 4
Safetyinformation ....................................................................... 4
Energysaving .......................................................................... 4
Informationsources ..................................................................... 5
Travelling with your notebook . ........................................................... 6
Beforeyoutravel ................................................................... 6
TransportingtheNotebook .......................................................... 6
Cleaning the Notebook .................................................................. 7
Using your notebookforthefirsttime .................................................. 8
Unpacking and checking your notebook ................................................... 8
Location, selectingthe ................................................................... 9
Power adapter: connecting . . . ........................................................... 9
Switching the notebook on for the firsttime ................................................ 10
Workingwiththenotebook ............................................................ 11
SwitchingontheNotebook ............................................................... 11
Switching off the Notebook . . . . ........................................................... 11
Statusindicators ........................................................................ 13
Keyboard ............................................................................... 15
Separate numeric keypad . ........................................................... 16
Keycombination .................................................................... 17
Country and keyboard settings ....................................................... 18
Easy Launch keys ...................................................................... 20
Touchpadandtouchpadbuttons .......................................................... 21
Using the touchpad buttons . . . ....................................................... 21
LCDscreen ............................................................................ 23
InformationontheLCDscreen ....................................................... 23
Monitorsettings ..................................................................... 23
Battery ................................................................................. 25
Charging,caringforandmaintainingthebattery ........................................ 25
Removingandinstallingthebattery ................................................... 25
Using the power-management features ................................................... 27
ExpressCards .......................................................................... 28
ExpressCards ....................................................................... 28
InsertingtheExpressCard ............................................................ 28
RemovingtheExpressCard .......................................................... 29
Memorycards .......................................................................... 30
Insertingthememorycard ............................................................... 30
RemovingaMemoryCard ............................................................... 30
Harddisk ............................................................................... 30
CD/DVD ............................................................................... 31
CD/DVDdatastoragemedia(certaindevicesonly) ..................................... 31
HandlingCD/DVDs .................................................................. 32
CD/DVD drives (device-dependent) ................................................... 32
InsertingorremovingaCD/DVD ...................................................... 33
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Removing the CD/DVD by hand (emergency removal) .................................. 34
Regional codes for DVD filmsandDVDplayers ........................................ 34
AdjustingAutoPlayfunctionofyourCD/DVDdrive ...................................... 34
Microphone and loudspeakers . . . ........................................................ 36
Adjustingthevolume ................................................................ 36
Integrated 56k modem . . . ................................................................ 37
Connecting notebook modem to telephone wall socket . . . .............................. 37
Wirelesscomponents(wirelessLAN/Bluetooth) ............................................ 38
Switching the wireless LAN/ Bluetooth module on and off . .............................. 38
EthernetandLAN ....................................................................... 39
RemotecontrolforWindowsXPMediaCenterEdition(optional) ............................ 39
Remove control for multimedia applications (device-specific) ................................ 39
Removingremotecontrol ............................................................ 40
Usingtheremotecontrol ............................................................. 40
Securityfunctions ..................................................................... 42
Briefoverviewofsecurityfunctions ....................................................... 42
UsingKensingtonLock .................................................................. 42
ConfiguringpasswordprotectioninBIOSSetupUtility ...................................... 43
Protecting BIOS Setup Utility (supervisor and user password) . .......................... 43
Password protection of operating system . ............................................. 44
Connectingexternaldevices ........................................................... 46
Ports ................................................................................... 47
Connecting an external monitor . . ........................................................ 47
Settingtherefreshrateforyourexternalmonitor ....................................... 48
USB devices: connecting ................................................................ 48
Connecting FireWire devices . ............................................................ 49
Connecting external audio devices . . . . . . ................................................. 49
Microphone port . . . . . ................................................................ 49
LineInsocket ....................................................................... 49
Headphones/SPDIF port (loudspeaker port / line out) . .................................. 50
Connecting an external device to S-Video Out ............................................. 51
ActivatingtheTVreceiver ........................................................... 51
Removing and installing components during servicing . . ............................... 52
Notes on installing and removing boards and components .................................. 52
Removingandinstallingthebattery ....................................................... 52
Removingandinstallingtheharddisk ..................................................... 53
Removingtheharddisk .............................................................. 53
Installingtheharddisk ............................................................... 53
Secondharddisk(certaindevicesonly) ............................................... 54
Memory: expansion . . . . . ................................................................ 55
Installing and removing the memory expansion . . . . . . .................................. 55
Settings in BIOS Setup Utility . . ........................................................ 58
StartingtheBIOSSetupUtility ........................................................... 58
UsingtheBIOSSetupUtility .......................................................... 59
ExitingBIOSSetupUtility ............................................................ 59
Troubleshootingandtips .............................................................. 60
Restoringinstalledsoftware .............................................................. 60
Restoring the operating system, drivers, manuals and special software ................... 61
Thenotebook’sdateortimeisincorrect ................................................... 61
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A beep sounds at a rate of one per second . . . . ............................................ 61
The notebook’s LCD screen remains blank . . . . ............................................ 61
The LCD screen is difficulttoread ........................................................ 61
Theexternalmonitorremainsblank ....................................................... 61
Theexternalmonitorisblankortheimageisunstable ...................................... 62
The notebook cannot be started . . . ....................................................... 62
The notebook stops working . . ........................................................... 63
DVD filmplaybackstops ................................................................. 64
Theprinterdoesnotprint ................................................................ 65
The radio connection to a network does not work . . ........................................ 65
Technicaldata ......................................................................... 66
Notebook . . ............................................................................. 67
Battery ................................................................................. 67
Power adapter 90 W . . .................................................................. 67
Manufacturer’snotes .................................................................. 68
Disposalandrecycling ................................................................... 68
DeclarationsofConformity ............................................................... 68
Copyright-protectedtechnology .......................................................... 68
CEmarking ............................................................................. 69
Index .................................................................................. 70
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Innovative technology...
Innovative technology...
and ergonomic design make your AMILO a reliable, convenient 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 or Windows Vista) has already been
pre-installed and optimally configured so that you can be up and running from the
moment 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 or 4 GB of main memory (RAM). Please contact our Technical Support
for information on released memory modules.
• a multi-format DVD drive with double layer support or, depending on the device,
a multi-format-DVD drive with double layer support and Label Flash for playing
back DVD films or writing CDs/DVDs
• a second hard disk (certain models only), which allows you to run your
notebook with two hard drives
• an S-Video Out socket for connecting your notebook to your television
• a FireWire port for connecting high speed devices such as digital camcorders
• several USB ports which provide easy expansion with webcams, game pads, printers and more
• An infrared interface (CIR = Customized InfraRed) for operating your
notebook with a remote control
• 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 photos, music and videos quickly onto your notebook.
• an onboard sound card, two stereo loudspeakers, and a bass loudspeaker
(subwoofer) for your audio enjoyment
• You can even connect a microphone and external loudspeakers to
obtain an even better output level.
With the user-friendly "BIOS Setup Utility" you can control your notebook’s hardware and protect
your system better against unauthorised access by using the 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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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. Your warranty will become invalid if you
cause any defects to the device by failing to follow the instructions.
indicates important information that is required to use the device
properly.
►describes a step which must be performed.

describes a result.
This style is used for inputs entered via the keyboard in a dialogue box or in a
command line, e.g. your password (Name123) or a command used
to launch a program (start netscape.exe).
This style is used for information, which is output by a program onto the
screen, e.g.: Installation is complete.
This style identifies
• Terms and text in a software interface, e.g.: Click on Save.
• Names of programs or files, e.g. Windows XP or netscape.exe.
"This style" identifies
• Cross-references to a different section, e.g. "Safety information".
• Cross-references to an external source, e.g. an Internet address:
For more information please go to " www.fujitsu-siemens.com".
• Names of hard drives, CDs, DVDs and descriptions or titles
of other materials, e.g.: "CD Drivers & Utilities" or the Safety
manual.
Abc indicates a key on the keyboard, e.g.: F10
This style is used for terms or text which need to be particularly emphasised,
e.g.: Do not turn off the computer.
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Ports and operating elements
Ports and operating elements
Ports and ope rating elementsModem portLCD screenMonitor por tS-Video out socketBuilt-in loudspeakersLoudspeaker p ortBluetooth portWireless LANKensington LockLAN portMemory card slotFireWi re portUSB portExpressCard s lotBatteryBattery releaseSIM cardHard diskTouchpad buttonsTou c hp a dNotebookON/OFF switchE asy Launch keysInfra red int erfaceCD/DVD driveHeadphone portM icrophone portLine inLine outSPDIF portDC IN jack
This chapter presents the individual hardware components of your notebook. It provides
an overview of the notebook’s displays and ports. Please familiarise yourself with these
components before you start to work with your notebook.
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1 = USB port
2 = FireWire port
3 = LAN port
4 = USB ports
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 = CIR interface
17 = On/Off switch for wireless LAN, Bluetooth
18 = Touchpad buttons
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
29 = Battery
30 = Battery release
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Important notes
Important notes
Important notesNotes
Here you will find essential safety information regarding your notebook. The other
notes provide helpful information on your notebook.
Safety information
Safety informationNotes
Please note the safety information provided in the "Safety" manual
and in the safety notes below.
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 "Technical data", Page 66 and
the chapter "Using your notebook for the first time", Page 8 before preparing
your notebook for use and switching it on for the first time.
When cleaning the device, please observe the relevant notes in
"Cleaning the Notebook", Page 7.
If you have a notebook with a wireless component, you must also observe the additional
safety precautions for devices with wireless 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
NotesEnergyEnergy saving
Switch the notebook off when it is not in use.
Make use of the device’s energy saving functions (see "Working with the notebook ", Page
11). The notebook uses less energy when the available energy saving functions are used. You
will then be able to work for longer before having to recharge the battery.
Energy saving under Windows
Energy
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.
Further energy saving functions can be activated under Start – Control Panel –
Performance and Maintenance – Power Options.
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Information sources
Infor matio n sourc es
Detailed instructions and technical information for your notebook are contained in this
"EasyGuide" manual. The manuals are only available as PDF files. If you connect a
printer to your notebook, you can print out the manuals.
Information source Type of information Where?
Quick Start Guide (printed) Poster with information about
getting started
Accessories kit
"Safety" manual (printed and/or
PDF file)
Safety information Accessories kit and/or on your
notebook
"EasyGuide" manual (PDF file) Detailed instructions for
startup, 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 utilities and
programmes
"Recovery Process" manual
(PDF file)
Information on restoring the
operating system, drivers,
manuals and special software
The manuals are located on
your notebook under Start –
Manuals. Alternatively, you
can also download the latest
versions from "www.fujitsu
siemens.com/support/".
information files (e.g. *.TXT,
*.DOC, *.CHM, *.HLP)
Information about the operating
system and about Bluetooth
In the software for these
applications
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Travelling with your notebook
Mobile operationNotesTrans portNotebook
Please observe the points listed below when travelling with your notebook.
Before you travel
►Back up important data stored on your hard disk.
NotebookTravel, n otebook
►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 documen-
tation 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 (see also "CE marking", Page 69).
►If you are planning to use a modem, please be aware that it may not necessarily be compatible
with the local telephone system. This may result in poor performance, or the modem may not work
at all. You may require a country-specific telephone adapter (available as an optional accessory).
Transporting the Notebook
►Remove all disks (e.g. CD, DVD) from the drives.
Transport Notebook
►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
Do not clean any interior parts yourself; leave this job to a service technician.
Only use cleaning products designed for computers. Normal household
cleaners and polishes can damage the markings on the keyboard and the
device, the paintwork or the notebook itself.
Ensure that no liquid enters the notebook.
The Crystal View display is very sensitive to scratching! Only clean the
display surface with a very soft, slightly damp cloth.
►Switch the notebook off.
CleaningNotesNotebookKey boardTouchpadLCD screenCryst al View display
►Unplug the mains plug of the mains adapter from the mains socket.
►Remove the battery (see "Removing the battery", Page 26).
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
Using your notebook for the firsttime
Please read the chapter entitled "Important notes", Page 4.
Gett ing sta rtedNotebookG etting s tarte dNotebook
Before you can use your notebook for the first time you need to charge the battery and install the
supplied software. The Windows operating system and drivers required are already pre-installed.
Upon delivery, the battery can be found in the battery compartment or in the accessories kit. The
battery must be charged if you want to operate your notebook with the battery.
When not plugged into a mains outlet, the notebook runs on its built-in battery. You can
increase the battery’s life by enabling the system’s energy saving functions.
When you use your notebook in your home or office, we recommend you use
the mains adapter instead of the battery.
Please read the chapter entitled "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 your notebook
Should you discover any damage incurred during transportation, notify
your local sales outlet immediately!
►Unpack all the individual parts.
PackagingTransport
►Check your notebook for damage incurred during transportation.
We recommend that you keep the original packaging material.
You may need the packaging in the future if you need to transport your device.
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Location, selecting the
Location, sel ecting theNotebookPower adapter
Select a suitable location for the notebook before setting it up. Consider
the following points when selecting a location:
• Never place the notebook on a soft surface (e.g. carpeting, upholstered furniture,
bed). This can block the air vents and cause overheating and damage.
• Do not place the notebook on your legs for a long period of time. The underside
of the notebook heats up during normal operation. Prolonged contact with
the skin can become unpleasant or may even cause 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 ventilation slots of the notebook or the mains adapter.
• Do not expose the notebook to extreme environmental conditions. Protect
the notebook against dust, humidity and heat.
Power adapter: connecting
Preparing for operationPower adapter
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. Make sure that the power cable is approved
for use in the country in which you 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 it (see technical data for the mains adapter).
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2
3
►Connect the mains adapter cable (1) to the
DC jack (DC IN) on the notebook.
►Plug the power cable (2) into the
mains adapter.
►Plug the power cable (3) into a mains outlet.
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Switching the notebook on for the first time
Switching on for the first time
When you switch your notebook on for the first time, the supplied software is
installed and configured. Due to the fact that this installation procedure must not
be interrupted, you should set aside enough time for it to be fully completed and
connect the notebook to the mains outlet using the mains adapter.
During installation, the notebook must only be rebooted when you are requested to do so!
Your operating system is pre-installed on the hard disk to facilitate the procedure
when you use your notebook for the first time.
►Switch the notebook on (see "Switching on the Notebook", Page 11).
►During installation, follow the on-screen instructions.
Consult the operating system manual if anything is unclear about the requested input data.
If a Windows operating system is installed on your notebook, you will find
additional information on the system as well as the drivers, help programs,
updates, manuals, etc. on your notebook or on the "Drivers & Utilities" CD/DVD
or on our website (see "Information sources", Page 5).
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