Fujitsu PRIMEPOWER 800 User manual

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MOBILE 800 /
MOBILE 800 AGP
MOBILE 800 S
Operating Manual
Introduction
Important notes
Preparation for use and
operation
Troubleshootin
g
and tips
S
y
stem expansions
Connectin
g
external
devices
Technical data
Index
November 1999 edition

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Delivery subject to availability. Right of technical modification reserved.

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Contents
Introduction..................................................................................................................................... 1
Notational conventions...................................................................................................................... 2
Installing an ergonomic video workstation......................................................................................... 2
Important notes............................................................................................................................... 3
Safety ............................................................................................................................................... 3
Notes on installing and removing boards................................................................................... 3
Manufacturer’s notes ........................................................................................................................ 4
Energy saving........................................................................................................................... 4
Disposal and recycling.............................................................................................................. 4
CE certificate .................................................................................................................................... 5
FCC Class B Compliance Statement................................................................................................ 5
Power cord selection......................................................................................................................... 6
For the United States and Canada............................................................................................ 6
For the United Kingdom............................................................................................................ 7
On the move with the notebook......................................................................................................... 8
Cleaning the notebook...................................................................................................................... 8
Preparation for use and operation................................................................................................. 9
Unpacking and checking the delivery................................................................................................ 9
Selecting the location for your notebook ........................................................................................... 9
Preparing your notebook for operation............................................................................................ 10
Opening the notebook............................................................................................................. 11
Removable infrared keyboard ................................................................................................. 11
Connecting infrared keyboard with cable................................................................................. 13
Switching on the notebook.............................................................................................................. 14
Switching off the notebook.............................................................................................................. 15
Indicators and input devices............................................................................................................ 15
Display field ............................................................................................................................ 16
Touchpad and touchpad buttons............................................................................................. 17
Keyboard ................................................................................................................................18
Key combinations.................................................................................................................... 20
The notebook battery...................................................................................................................... 22
Charging, caring for and maintaining the notebook battery...................................................... 22
Learning cycle for notebook batteries...................................................................................... 25
Installing and removing notebook batteries and drives............................................................ 25
Working with floppy disks................................................................................................................ 27
Operating the CD-ROM drive and the DVD drive............................................................................ 28
Operating the Zip drive.................................................................................................................... 30
Chipcard reader.............................................................................................................................. 34
PC Cards........................................................................................................................................ 34
Zoomed video port.................................................................................................................. 34
Installing a PC card................................................................................................................. 35
Removing a PC card............................................................................................................... 36
Microphone and loudspeakers........................................................................................................ 36
Using the power-management features........................................................................................... 37
Maximum Power Savings........................................................................................................ 37
Standby mode......................................................................................................................... 37
Suspend mode........................................................................................................................ 38
Decreasing reading speed of the CD-ROM drive..................................................................... 39
Display.................................................................................................................................... 39
Hard disk's energy saving function.......................................................................................... 40
Loudspeakers ......................................................................................................................... 40

Contents
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Volume adjustment..........................................................................................................................40
Changing display settings................................................................................................................40
Switching between internal and external screen......................................................................40
Troubleshooting and tips .............................................................................................................41
The power-on indicator does not light up when the device is switched on .......................................41
The display of the notebook remains blank......................................................................................41
The notebook's display is difficult to read........................................................................................42
Defective pixels on the screen.........................................................................................................42
The external monitor stays blank.....................................................................................................42
The external monitor is blank or the image is unstable....................................................................43
The screen display (TV) is black and white .....................................................................................43
The notebook stops working............................................................................................................43
The touchpad does not work ...........................................................................................................44
The mouse does not work...............................................................................................................44
The infrared keyboard does not function when removed .................................................................44
The floppy disk cannot be written....................................................................................................45
The notebook's date or time is incorrect..........................................................................................45
The printer does not print ................................................................................................................45
Acoustic warnings ...........................................................................................................................45
Error messages on the screen.........................................................................................................45
Restoring the hard disk contents under Windows 9x.......................................................................47
Memory extension.........................................................................................................................49
Connecting external devices........................................................................................................53
Ports................................................................................................................................................54
Connecting devices with serial or parallel port (printer)....................................................................55
Connecting an external monitor.......................................................................................................55
Connecting the mouse.....................................................................................................................55
Connecting a television set..............................................................................................................56
Connecting an external keyboard....................................................................................................56
Connecting external audio devices..................................................................................................56
Connecting the QuickPort................................................................................................................57
Transferring data with the infrared interface ....................................................................................57
Technical data ...............................................................................................................................59
Notebook.........................................................................................................................................59
Notebook battery.............................................................................................................................60
Power supply unit............................................................................................................................61
Car adapter .....................................................................................................................................61
CD-ROM drive.................................................................................................................................61
DVD drive........................................................................................................................................61
Chipcard reader...............................................................................................................................62
Interrupt I/O addresses, and DMA assignment................................................................................62
Port assignment ..............................................................................................................................64
DC jack (DC IN).......................................................................................................................64
TV out socket..........................................................................................................................64
USB port..................................................................................................................................64
Port for external keyboard and PS/2 mouse............................................................................64
Serial port................................................................................................................................65
Port for external monitor..........................................................................................................65
Parallel port.............................................................................................................................66
Index...............................................................................................................................................69

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235
4
187
1 = ON/OFF switch
2 = PC card
3 = Touchpad and touchpad buttons
4 = Battery status indicator
5 = Release
6 = Power-on indicator
7 = Display field
8 = Microphone
IR
DC-IN
Microphone jack Audio input (Line in)
Audio output/loudspeaker PS/2 keyboard port
PS/2 mouse port DC IN DC socket
Serial port Parallel port
USB - Universal Serial Bus Port for QuickPort S:
Video connector TV out
IR IR Port Game Port/MIDI Port

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Introduction
Innovative technology and ergonomic design make this notebook the ideal user-friendly and reliable
travel companion. The removable keyboard now provides even more flexibility in the use of your
notebook. Your operating system is pre-installed on the hard disk to facilitate the procedure when
you use your notebook for the first time.
The energy-saving processor and the energy-saving functions that can be configured allow you to
make the most effective use of the battery capacity. By using an additional battery instead of the
disk drive, you can double the notebook's mobile operation time.
Your notebook has 64 -512 MB of main memory installed, depending on the upgrade level. Data is
stored on an Enhanced-IDE hard disk drive. Your notebook is supplied with both a 3 1/2" floppy disk
drive and a CD-ROM drive. In addition, your notebook can be equipped with a DVD drive, a Zip
drive or with a 2nd or 3rd hard disk drive. Two PC card slots (CardBus or PCMCIA) enable
simultaneous operation of two Type I/II/III PC cards (a maximum of one Type III and Type II each).
For mouse control the notebook has a touchpad. A double-touch directly on the touchpad is all that
is required, for example, to open an application.
Your notebook has connectors for external devices such as, e.g. external monitor, television, printer
and mouse. The parallel port (which supports ECP and EPP modes) is designed to accommodate
bi-directional data transfer. You can connect peripherals such as, e. g. scanner, loudspeakers,
gamepads, keyboard or mouse via the USB interface. The workstation has a fast IrDA interface for
wireless data transfer. In addition, the notebook has a connection port for a QuickPort S
An audio controller, two built-in loudspeakers, a built-in microphone, an audio input and output
provide your notebook with an audio capability. You can also connect an external microphone,
external loudspeakers, a joystick or MIDI devices.
The system settings of the notebook can be configured via the user-friendly BIOS Setup program.
Certain system settings (e. g. screen display, energy saving functions) can be modified via various
key combinations while you are using the notebook.
Your notebook has a number of security features to ensure that no unauthorized persons can
access your data. As a result, access to your notebook is protected with a chipcard reader. The
security functions in the BIOS Setup also allow you to protect your data by means of passwords.
This Operating Manual tells you how to put your notebook into operation and how to operate it in
daily use.
Further information on this notebook is provided:
• in the "Safety Notes" manual which is included with your notebook
• in the documentation of your operating system
• on the SCENIC Mobile CD "Drivers & Utilities"
• in the information files (e. g. *.TXT, *.DOC, *.WRI, *.HLP)
• on the Internet at www.siemens-pc.de/drivercd
iSome of the manuals listed can be found on the CD "Drivers & Utilities" provided
with your computer. These manuals can be read and printed with the Acrobat
Reader contained on the CD.

Introduction Notational conventions
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Notational conventions
The meanings of the symbols and fonts used in this manual are as follows:
!Pay particular attention to texts marked with this symbol. Failure to do so may endan
g
er
your life, destroy the notebook or lead to loss of data.
iSupplementary information, remarks and tips follow this symbol.

Texts which follow this symbol describe activities that must be performed in the order shown.
Texts in italics indicate commands or menu items.
"Quotation marks" indicate names of chapters and terms that are being emphasized.
Installing an ergonomic video workstation
Before you set up your equipment you should select a suitable position for working at the monitor.
Please observe the following advices when installing a video workstation.
Window
permissible
reachin
g
sector
600 mm
ed
g
e of desk
permissible
reachin
g
sector
600 mm
Avoid direct and reflected glare. Avoid
g
lare from electric
lighting. Position the keyboard where it is easiest to reach.
30°
30°
65°
65°
0°
60°
preferable viewin
g
sector
permissible viewin
g
sector
permissible
viewin
g
sector approx. 90°
and
more
approx. 90°
Position the monitor for optimum viewin
g
. The
viewin
g
distance to the monitor should be
approximately 50 cm.
Remember to maintain correct posture.

A26391-K82-Z101-3-7619 3
Important notes
In this chapter you will find information regarding safety which it is essential to take note of when
working with your notebook. The manufacturer's notes contain helpful information on your notebook.
Safety
!Pay attention to the information provided in the manual "Safety Notes".
• During installation and before operating the device, please observe the instructions on
environmental conditions in the chapter entitled "Technical data" as well as the instructions in
the chapter "Preparation for use and operation".
• When cleaning the device, please observe the relevant notes in the paragraph "Cleaning the
notebook".
• Keep this Operating Manual together with your device. If you pass on the device to third
parties, you should include this manual.
Notes on installing and removing boards
!Only qualified technicians should repair the device. Unauthorized openin
g
or incorrect
repair may greatly endanger the user (electric shock, fire risk).
Boards with electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD) are identifiable by the
label shown.
When you handle boards fitted with ESDs, you must observe the followin
g
points under all circumstances:
• You must always dischar
g
e yourself (e.
g
. by touchin
g
a
g
rounded
object) before workin
g
.
• The equipment and tools you use must be free of static char
g
es.
• Pull out the power plu
g
before insertin
g
or pullin
g
out boards containin
g
ESDs.
• Always hold boards with ESDs by their ed
g
es.
• Never touch pins or conductors on boards fitted with ESDs.

Important notes Manufacturer's notes
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Manufacturer's notes
In normal screen mode (dark characters against a light background) the notebook satisfies the
ergonomic requirements for the GS symbol.
Energy saving
Make use of the device's energy saving functions (see "Preparation for use and operation").
• If you will not be using your notebook, switch it off.
• The notebook uses less power when the power management features are enabled. You will
then be able to work for longer before having to recharge the battery.
Energy saving under Windows
If a monitor with energy saving features is connected to your notebook, you can use the Screen
Saver tab to activate the energy saving features of the monitor. Select the following item in the
menu: Start - Settings - Control Panel - Display - Display Properties - Screen Saver - Energy saving features
of monitor. You can set additional energy saving functions in the start menu by selecting the
following item: Settings - System control - Energy - Extended.
Disposal and recycling
This device has been manufactured to the greatest possible degree from materials which can be
recycled or disposed of in a manner that is not environmentally damaging. The device is taken back
after use, to be recycled, provided that it is returned in a condition that is the result of normal use.
Any components not reclaimed will be disposed of in an environmentally acceptable manner.
For devices marked with this symbol Fujitsu Siemens Computers B V offers
a guarantee for 36 months with a Bring-in-Service. The guarantee starts
on the day of delivery (sale date) by Fujitsu Siemens Computers B V or a
Fujitsu Siemens partner.
We herewith declare that it will be possible to repair any device marked with
the eco-label for at least 5 years after production of that device has
discontinued.
Information on power management and energy saving mode can be found in
chapter "Technical data".
Do not throw lithium batteries or accumulators into the trashcan. They must be disposed of in
accordance with local regulations concerning special waste.
If you have any questions on disposal, please contact your local office, our customer service center,
or:
Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH
Recycling Center
D-33106 Paderborn
Tel.: ..[phone]
Fax: ..[phone]

CE certificate Important notes
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CE certificate
The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of the EEC directives
89/336/EEC "Electromagnetic compatibility" and 73/23/EEC "Low voltage directive".
FCC Class B Compliance Statement
If there is an FCC statement on the device, then:
The following statement applies to the products covered in this manual, unless otherwise specified
herein. The statement for other products will appear in the accompanying documentation.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a "Class B" digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules and meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-
Causing Equipment Regulations. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in strict accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Fujitsu Siemens Computers B. V. is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused
by unauthorized modifications of this equipment or the substitution or attachment of connecting
cables and equipment other than those specified by Fujitsu Siemens Computers B. V. The
correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will
be the responsibility of the user.
The use of shielded I/O cables is required when connecting this equipment to any and all optional
peripheral or host devices. Failure to do so may violate FCC rules.

Important notes Power cord selection
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Power cord selection
The power cord for this unit has been packed
separately and has been selected for use in the
appropriate country. It must be used to prevent
electric shock. Use the followin
g
g
uidelines if it
is necessary to replace the original cord set.
The female receptacle of the cord set must meet
CEE-22 requirements (see Figure).
For the United States and Canada
Use a UL listed and CSA labeled cord set consisting of a three-conductor cord with a maximum
length of 15 feet.
For units that stand on a desk or table, type SVT or SJT cord sets shall be used.
For units that stand on floor, only SJT type cord sets shall be used.
The cord set must be selected according to the current rating for your unit. Please consult Table A
for the selection criteria for power cords used in the United States and Canada.
Table A:
Cord Type Size of Conductors
in Cord Maximum Current Rating of Unit
SJT 18 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
10 Amps
12 Amps
12 Amps
SVT 18 AWG
17 AWG 10 Amps 12 Amps

Power cord selection Important notes
A26391-K82-Z101-3-7619 7
For units set at 115 V:
use a parallel blade,
g
roundin
g
type attachment
plug rated 15 A, 125 V.
For units set at 230 V (domestic use):
use a tandem blade,
g
roundin
g
type attachment
plug rated 15 A, 250 V.
For units set at 230 V (outside of the United States and Canada):
use a cord set consisting of a minimum AWG according to Table A and a grounding type attachment
plug rated 15 A, 250 V. The cord set should have the appropriate safety approvals for the country in
which the equipment will be installed and should be marked HAR.
For the United Kingdom
Should the plug on the flexible cord not be of the type for your socket outlets, do not use an adapter
but remove the plug from the cord and discard. Carefully prepare the end of the supply cord and fit a
suitable plug.
WARNING
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are colored in accordance with the following code:
Green and Yellow: Earth
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
As the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the colored
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
• The wire which is colored Green and Yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug
which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol or colored Green or Green and Yellow.
• The wire which is colored Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the
letter N or colored Black.
• The wire which is colored Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the
letter L or colored Red.

Important notes On the move with the notebook
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On the move with the notebook
Please observe the points listed below when transporting your notebook.
Transporting the notebook
• Do not carry the notebook by its open screen or by an empty slot.
• Switch the notebook off and close the covers for the ports.
• Remove all data carriers (e.g. floppy disk, CD) from the drives.
• If it needs to be shipped, use the original packaging or other suitable packaging to protect it
from damage caused by mishandling.
• Protect the notebook from severe shocks and extreme temperatures (e.g., direct sunlight in a
car).
Before starting the journey
• Copy important data from the hard disk onto a floppy disk.
• Remove all data carriers (e.g. floppy disk, CD) from the drives.
• If you wish to use your notebook during a flight, check first with the flight attendants if it is
permissible to do so.
• If you are travelling abroad, ensure that the power adapter can be operated on the local line
voltage. If this is not the case, obtain the appropriate power adapter for your notebook.
Do not use any other voltage converter!
Cleaning the notebook
!Switch the notebook off and pull the power plu
g
of the power adapter out of the power
socket.
Do not clean any interior parts yourself, leave this job to a service technician.
Do not use any cleaning agents that contain abrasives or may corrode plastic.
Ensure that no liquid enters the notebook.
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.
Wipe the monitor casing with a soft, moistened cloth.

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Preparation for use and operation
!Please read the "Important notes" in the previous chapter.
You must charge the battery and install the application programs before you can work with the
notebook. The operating system and drivers required are preinstalled.
When not plugged into a power outlet, the notebook runs on its built-in battery. You can increase the
battery's life by enabling the system's energy saving functions.
If you use the notebook in a normal office situation, you run it off the mains with the aid of the power
adapter, or in a QuickPort S.
The chapter on "Connecting external devices" has instructions on how to connect external devices
(e.g. mouse, printer) to the notebook.
Unpacking and checking the delivery

Unpack all the individual parts.

Check the delivery for damage incurred during transportation.

Check whether the delivery agrees with the details in the delivery note.

Check whether all necessary details have been entered on the first page of the guarantee
coupon booklet.
Should you discover that the delivery does not correspond to the delivery note, notify your local
sales outlet immediately.
iDo not discard the ori
g
inal packin
g
material of the devices. Keep it for future
transportation.
Selecting the location for your notebook
Select a suitable location for the notebook before setting it up. Consider the following points when
looking for a location.
• It is recommended that you place your notebook on a surface with good anti-slip qualities. In
view of the multitude of different finishes and varnishes used on furniture, it is possible that the
rubber feet of the devices will mark the surface they stand on.
• Do not expose the notebook to extreme environmental conditions. Protect it from dust, humidity
and heat.
• Keep other objects 100 mm away from the notebook and its power adapter to ensure adequate
ventilation. The space between the notebook's feet must be clear. Do not place it on a soft
surface (e.g., a carpet or soft furnishings). Do not cover the ventilation slots in the notebook
and the power adapter.

Preparation for use and operation Preparing your notebook for operation
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• The power adapter must be at least 200 mm away from the notebook. It must be free-standing
and must not be covered. Do not place the power adapter on heat-sensitive material.
• For wireless data transfer you must align the notebook's IrDA interface with that of the partner
device (e.g. PC). The devices must not be more than one meter apart.
Preparing your notebook for operation
!The power cord 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 notebook and the power adapter should be at least 200 mm apart. Keep other objects
100 mm clear of the notebook and its power adapter.
Do not cover the ventilation slots in the notebook and the power adapter.
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Place the notebook on a flat, sturdy surface.
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Connect the power adapter cable to the DC jack (DC IN) of the notebook (1).
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Connect the power cable to the power adapter (2).
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Plug the power cable into the power outlet (3).
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it to the optional car adapter
(see "Charging, caring for and maintaining the notebook battery").