User manual FUJITSU SIEMENS AMILO XA SERIES

Notebook EasyGuide English AMILO Xa Series 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 your 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" This manual was produced by Xerox Global Services Published by Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH Edition 1, April 2007 Order no.: 10600816219 Order no.: 440 N30824 AMILO Xa Series EasyGuide 1 3 4 8 11 43 46 54 60 62 67 69 71 Innovative technology... Ports and operating elements Important notes Using your notebook for the first time Working with the notebook Security functions Connecting external devices Removing and installing components during servicing Settings in BIOS Setup Utility Troubleshooting and tips Technical data Manufacturer's notes Index Microsoft, MS Windows and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. Acrobat Reader is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Macrovision is a trademark of Macrovision Corporation, USA. MultiMediaCard is a registered trademark of Infineon Technologies AG Sony and Memory Stick are registered trademarks of Sony Electronics, Inc. All other trademarks referenced are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners, whose protected rights are acknowledged. Copyright © Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH 2007 All rights reserved, including rights of translation, reproduction by printing, copying or similar methods, in part or in whole. Offenders will be liable for damages. All rights reserved, including rights created by patent grant or registration of a utility model or design. Delivery subject to availability. Right of technical modification reserved. Contents Contents Innovative technology... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Are you missing information? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Notational conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ports and operating elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Important notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Energy saving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Energy saving under Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Information sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Travelling with your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Before you travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Transporting the Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning the Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using your notebook for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Unpacking and checking your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Selecting the location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting the power adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Switching the notebook on for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Working with the notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Switching on the Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Switching off the Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Status indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Separate numeric keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Key combination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Country and keyboard settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Easy Launch keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Touchpad and touchpad buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the touchpad buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LCD screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Information on the LCD screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Screen settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Webcam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Charging, caring for and maintaining the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing and installing the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the power-management features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ExpressCards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inserting the ExpressCard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the ExpressCard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Memory cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inserting the memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hard disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CD/DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CD/DVD data storage media (certain devices only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Handling CD/DVDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CD/DVD drives (device-dependent) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1 2 3 4 4 4 4 5 6 6 6 7 8 8 9 9 10 11 11 12 13 15 17 17 19 20 20 21 22 22 23 23 24 24 25 26 28 28 29 30 30 30 30 31 31 32 32 10600816219, edition 1 Contents Inserting or removing a CD/DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the CD/DVD by hand (emergency removal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Regional codes for DVD films and DVD players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjusting the AutoPlay function of your CD/DVD drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Microphone and loudspeakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Volume: adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ethernet and LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Integrated 56k modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting notebook modem to telephone wall socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wireless components (wireless LAN/Bluetooth) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Switching the wireless LAN/ Bluetooth module on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Remote control for the Windows Vista Media Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Security functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brief overview of security functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using Kensington Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Configuring password protection in BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Protecting BIOS Setup Utility (supervisor and user password) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Password protection of operating system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting external devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting an external monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the refresh rate for your external monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting USB devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting FireWire devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting external audio devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Microphone port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Line In socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Headphones/SPDIF port (loudspeaker port / line out) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting an external device to S-Video Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Activating the TV receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing and installing components during servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Notes on installing and removing boards and components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing and installing the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing and installing the hard disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the hard disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing the hard disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Second hard disk (certain devices only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Memory: expansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing and removing the memory expansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Settings in BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Starting the BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Exiting BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Troubleshooting and tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Restoring installed software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Restoring the operating system, drivers, manuals and special software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 33 34 34 35 36 36 37 37 38 38 39 39 40 41 43 43 43 44 44 45 46 47 48 48 49 49 50 50 50 51 52 53 54 54 54 55 55 56 56 57 57 60 60 60 61 62 62 63 10600816219, edition 1 Contents The notebook's date or time is incorrect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A beep sounds at a rate of one per second . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The notebook's LCD screen remains blank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The LCD screen is difficult to read . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The external monitor remains blank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The external monitor is blank or the image is unstable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The notebook cannot be started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The notebook stops working . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The printer does not print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The radio connection to a network does not work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power adapter 90 W . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manufacturer's notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Disposal and recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Declarations of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Copyright-protected technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CE marking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 63 63 63 64 64 65 65 66 66 67 67 68 68 69 69 69 69 70 71 10600816219, edition 1 Contents 10600816219, edition 1 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 indicated separately. Some of the illustrations and features in this manual may differ from your model and are for guidance only. The "optional" 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 ready to use when you switch it on 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 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 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 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 photos, 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 to obtain 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. 10600816219, edition 1 1 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 information that is required to use the device properly. refers to an action which you must carry out. indicates a result 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) refers to information displayed by a program on the screen, e.g.: Installation is completed is for · terms and texts in a software user interface, e.g.: ClickSave. · names of programs or files, e.g. Windows or setup.exe. 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 other materials, e.g.: "CD/DVD Drivers & Utilities" or "Safety" manual refers to a key on the keyboard, e.g.: F10 flags concepts and text that are emphasised or highlighted, e.g.: Do not switch off device · · This style This style This style "This style" Abc This style 2 10600816219, edition 1 Ports and operating elements Ports and operating elements Webcam DCINjack SPDIFport Lineout Linein Microphone Headphoneport CD/DVDdrive Infraredinterface Easy andoperatingelements ON/OFF Notebook Touchpad Touchpadbuttons Harddisk SIM card Batteryrelease Battery ExpressCardslot USBport FireWire LAN Memorycardslot LANport switch KensingtonLock Wireless port Bluetoothport Loudspeaker Built-in outsocket S-Videoport Monitorport port LCDscreen port Modemloudspeakers PortsLaunchkeys 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. 31 1 6 87 6 18 22 21 20 5 4 3 2 25 24 26 27 9 12 23 11 17 16 15 14 13 10 28 29 19 30 USB port FireWire port LAN port USB ports ExpressCard slot Built-in loudspeakers ON/OFF switch of the notebook Easy Launch keys Status indicators Memory card slot Volume control Touchpad Headphones/SPDIF port (loudspeaker port / line out) 14 = Microphone port 15 = Line in 16 = Remote control interface 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 = = = = = = = = = = = = = 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = On/Off switch for wireless LAN, Bluetooth Touchpad keys Bass loudspeaker (subwoofer) CD/DVD drive Modem port Kensington Lock Service compartment (hard disk(s)) Service compartment (memory) S-Video out socket DVI-I monitor port DC IN jack Battery release latch Battery Battery release latch Webcam 10600816219, edition 1 3 Important notes Important notes Notes Importantnotes Here you will find essential safety information regarding your notebook. The other notes provide helpful information on your notebook. Safety information Notes Safetyinformation 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 67 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. Please refer to the notes in the chapter "Removing and installing components during 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 Energysaving Energy Notes Switch the notebook off when it is not in use. Switch off external, connected 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 management features (see ""Using the power-management features", Page 26"). 4 10600816219, edition 1 Important notes Information sources Informationsources This manual contains more detailed instructions and technical information for your notebook. Manuals available only as PDF files can be printed out if you connect a printer to your notebook. Type of information Where? Poster with information about Accessories kit getting started "Safety" manual (printed Safety information Accessories kit and/or on your and/or PDF file) notebook "Recovery Process" manual Information on restoring Accessories kit, on your (printed and/or PDF file) notebook or on our website the operating system, drivers, manuals and special "www.fujitsu-siemens.com/support/" software The manuals are located on your "EasyGuide" manual (PDF Detailed instructions for notebook under Startsymbol ­ Manual file) commissioning, operation or in some cases, updated versions and technical information can be found on our website at: "Wireless LAN" manual Detailed instructions for "www.fujitsu-siemens.com/support/". (PDF file) using wireless LAN and technical information "Warranty" manual (PDF file) information files (e.g. *.TXT, *.DOC, *.CHM, *.HLP) information files (e.g. *.TXT, *.DOC, *.CHM, *.HLP) General guarantee conditions Information on utilities and programs Information on the operating system, the webcam and Bluetooth Information source Quick Start Guide (printed) In the software for these applications 10600816219, edition 1 5 Important notes Travelling with your notebook Notebook Transport Notes Mobile operation Please observe the points listed below when travelling with your notebook. Before you travel Back up important data stored on your hard disk. 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. Travel,notebook Notebook 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 (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 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 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, 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. Notebook Transport 6 10600816219, edition 1 Important notes 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. Unplug the mains plug of the mains adapter from the mains socket. Remove the battery (see "Removing the battery", Page 25). 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. CrystalViewdisplay LCDscreen Touchpad Keyboard Notebook Notes Cleaning 10600816219, edition 1 7 Using your notebook for the first time Using your notebook for the first time Please read the chapter entitled "Important notes", Page 4. Notebook Gettingstarted 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. Check your notebook for damage incurred during transportation. Transport Packaging We recommend that you keep the original packaging material. You may need the packaging in the future if you need to transport your device. 8 10600816219, edition 1 Using your notebook for the first time Selecting the location Power adapter Notebook Location,selectingthe 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 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 result in burns. Place the notebook on a stable, flat, non-slip 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 on the notebook or the mains adapter. Do not expose the notebook to extreme environmental conditions. Protect the notebook against dust, humidity and heat. · · · · Connecting the power adapter Power adapter Preparingforoperation 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 the mains adapter (see section "Technical data", "Power adapter 90 W", Page 68). 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. 1 3 2 10600816219, edition 1 9 Using your notebook for the first time Switching the notebook on for the first time Switchingon for thefirsttime 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). 10 10600816219, edition 1 Working with the notebook Working with the notebook Notebook Notebook,operation 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. Switching on the Notebook 2 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. 1 The power-on indicator is lit. 10600816219, edition 1 11 Working with the notebook Switching off the Notebook Shut down the operating system properly (in Windows via the Start menu by clicking Start ­ Shut Down ­ Shut Down ­ OK). If the notebook is not switched off automatically, press the ON/OFF switch (1) for approx. five seconds. Notebook: 1 Close the LCD screen (1) until you feel it click and engage. 1 12 10600816219, edition 1 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) Drive indicator Num Lock indicator Scroll Lock indicator Touchpad indicator 10600816219, edition 1 13 Working with the notebook Power indicator If the power adapter is connected: · Indicator lights up green: The notebook is switched on. · Indicator lights up amber: The notebook is switched off. · Indicator flashes: Notebook is in energy-saving mode When running off the battery: · · · Powerindicator Standby:indicator Indicator lights up: The notebook is switched on. Indicator is off: The notebook is switched off. Indicator flashes: The notebook is in energy saving mode or the notebook is switched on and the battery charge is less than 10%. Battery indicator The charging state of the battery is shown by the battery indicator. · · · Batteryindicator Batterysymbol Batterychargestatusindicator Indicator lights up: The battery is charging. Indicator flashes: The battery cannot be charged. Indicator is off: The battery is empty, fully charged or the power adapter is not connected. 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. SilentMode,EasyLaunchkey Whispermode,EasyLaunchkey Drive indicator · Indicator lights up: One of the drives (e.g. hard disk, CD/DVD) is being accessed. Indicator Driveindicator 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 indicator · 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. CapsLock CapsLockindicator 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. Num Lock Lockindicator Scroll Lock indicator · Indicator lights up: The Scroll Lock key has been pressed. The effect this key has varies from programme to programme. Scroll ScrollLockindicator ScrollLock: 14 10600816219, edition 1 Working with the notebook Keyboard Buttons Numeric keypad Keyboard The keyboard of your notebook is subject to continuous wear through normal use. The key markings are especially prone to wear. The key markings are liable to wear away over the life of the notebook. The keyboard has been designed to provide all the functions of an enhanced keyboard. Some enhanced keyboard functions are mapped with key 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. Fn + Num + / 7 7 { + / 7 7 / { / 7 7 7 7 { 7 { Alt Gr + / 7 { Illustration (general example of German keyboard layout) Backspace key The Backspace key deletes the character to the left of the cursor. Backspace Tab key The Tab key moves the cursor to the next tab stop. Tabkey Enter key (return) The Enter key terminates a command line. The command you have entered is executed when you press this key. Linefeed Enter Return Enterkey 10600816219, edition 1 15 Working with the notebook Caps Lock key The Caps Lock key activates uppercase mode (CapsLK indicator lit). The Caps Lock function causes all the characters you type to appear in uppercase. In the case of overlay keys, the character 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. CapsLock Shiftkey Shift key The Shift key causes uppercase characters to appear. In the case of overlay keys, the character printed on the upper left of the key appears when that key is pressed. Shift Shiftkey Fn button The Fn key enables the special functions indicated on overlay keys (see "Key combination", Page 17). If the external keyboard does not feature 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. Cursor keys controlkeys Pause key The Pause key temporarily suspends the screen output. Output resumes when you press any other key. Pausekey Start key The Start key opens the Windows Start menu. Startkey Menu key The Menu key opens the menu for the selected item. Menukey 16 10600816219, edition 1 Working with the notebook Separate numeric keypad Num Lock Separatenumeric Numeric keypad keypad The keyboard of your notebook has a separate numeric keypad on the right-hand side. Num / 8 * 9 Bild - 7 Pos 1 4 + 5 6 1 Ende 0 Einfg 2 3 Bild . Entf Enter Illustration (example showing a German keyboard layout) Key combination Keycombination The following description of key combinations refers to functions when using Microsoft Windows. Some of the following key combinations may not function in other operating systems and with some device drivers. Other key combinations are described in the relevant manuals supplied with your application 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. 10600816219, edition 1 17 Working with the notebook 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 under "Using the power-management features", Page 26. Energysavingmode Fn+F1 Switching between screen outputs If an external monitor is connected, the monitor on which the output is to be displayed can be selected with this key combination. You can opt to use: · · · 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) The screen output depends on the display settings in the NVIDIA Control Panel. Further display settings are possible using this NVIDIA software. Enabling/disabling the touchpad This key combination switches the touchpad of your notebook on and off. Switchingbetweenscreenoutputs Fn+F3 Touchpad Fn+F5 Switch loudspeakers on/off Use this key combination to switch your notebook's loudspeakers on/off. Loudspeakers Fn+F6 Decreasing the screen brightness This key combination decreases the brightness of the screen. Screenbrightness LCDscreen Fn+F9 Increasing the screen brightness This key combination increases the brightness of the screen. Screenbrightness LCDscreen Fn+F8 Volume: decreasing This key combination reduces the volume of the integrated loudspeakers. Volume Fn+F10 Increasing the volume This key combination raises the volume of the integrated loudspeakers. Volume Key:Fn+F11 Switch between open applications With this key combination you can switch between several open applications. Alt+Tab 18 10600816219, edition 1 Working with the notebook Ctrl + Alt + 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 must press all three keys again to reboot. Warm restart Ctrl+Alt+Del Backtab This key combination moves the cursor back to the previous tabular stop. Backtab Shift+Tab Key combinations with the Windows keys are contained in the manual for your operating system. Country and keyboard settings If you want to change the country and keyboard settings, proceed as follows: Enter the settings by clicking Start ­ (Settings) ­ Control Panel ­ Time, Regional and Language Options . 10600816219, edition 1 19 Working with the notebook Easy Launch keys Easy Launchkeys Your notebook is equipped with Easy Launch keys. With the pre-installed software you can launch the following applications or functions by pressing a single button. Webcam With this key you can start 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. SilentMode,EasyLaunchkey Whispermode,EasyLaunchkey Internet With this button you can start the standard internet browser of your system. Internet,EasyLaunchkey Touchpad and touchpad buttons Keep the touchpad clean. Protect it from dirt, liquids, and grease. Touchpad Never touch the touchpad with dirty fingers. Do not rest heavy objects (e.g. books) on the touchpad or the touchpad buttons. 1 = Touchpad 1 2 = touchpad buttons 2 The touchpad enables you to move the mouse pointer on the screen. 20 10600816219, edition 1 Working with the notebook The touchpad buttons allow 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 touchpad. The pointer will move accordingly. Touchpad Selecting an item Move the pointer to the item you wish to select. Tap the touchpad once or press the left button once. The item is selected. Touchpad Executing a command Move the pointer to the field you wish to select. Tap the touchpad twice or press the left button twice. The command will be executed. Touchpad Dragging an object Select the desired object. Press and hold the left button and drag the object to the desired position with the finger on the touchpad. The item will be moved. Touchpad Use the key combination Fn + F5 to disable the touchpad to avoid accidentally moving the pointer on the screen (see also "Key combination", Page 17). 10600816219, edition 1 21 Working with the notebook LCD screen Information on the LCD screen Notes LCDscreen 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 for the particular TFT monitor. A monitor resolution which differs from the specification can result in an unclear picture. The monitor resolution 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 consists of 1920 x 1200 x 3 = 6,912,000 subpixels. Frequently used monitor resolutions XGA WXGA SXGA SXGA+ WXGA+ UXGA WSXGA WUXGA Number of pixels 1024 x 768 1280 1280 1400 1440 1600 1680 x x x x x x 800 1024 1050 900 1200 1050 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 of production techniques today cannot guarantee an absolutely fault-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 stringent 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 maximum 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. 22 10600816219, edition 1 Working with the notebook 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 LCDscreen Changingthefontsize You can 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 Synchronisation,screendisplay Monitor LCDscreen Your notebook supports simultaneous display on the LCD screen and an external monitor. Using the corresponding Fn/key combinations, you can toggle between the different screen output options (see "Key combination", Page 17, section "Toggle output screen"). Information on connecting an external monitor can be found in the section "Connecting an external monitor", Page 48"Connecting an external monitor", page 51. Webcam Webcam Your notebook is equipped with an integral webcam. Depending on the software used, you can take pictures, 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 software is accessing the webcam (displaying an image or recording a movie). The webcam automatically adjusts itself to the current light level. For this reason the LCD screen may flicker while the light level is adjusted. The picture quality depends on the lighting conditions and the software being used. You will find further information on software in the help function integral to the application (see chapter "Information sources", Page 5). You may only use the webcam with one application at a time. When using the webcam make sure the notebook is on a stable surface. To find out how to turn the webcam on and off, see "Easy Launch keys", Page 20. 10600816219, edition 1 23 Working with the notebook Battery Rechargeablebattery Life,battery Battery 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 the 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) ­ Control Panel­ Appearance and Personalization ­ Screen colour and appearance ­ Open the Properties for Classical Appearance to set further options and select ­ Basic Windows Vista ­ or ­ Standard Windows ­ or ­ Classic Windows ­ to switch off Windows Vista Aero. Charging, caring for and maintaining the battery Battery The notebook battery can only be charged, 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 alarm. 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 Batterystatusmeter Battery Windows also has a "Battery status 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 Chargingcapacity,battery Self-discharge,battery Battery Keep the battery pack between 0 °C and +30 °C (32 and 122 degrees Fahrenheit). The lower the temperature at which the batteries are stored, 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 prevent exhaustive discharge, check the charging level of the battery at regular intervals. To be able to make use of the optimal charging capacity of the batteries, the battery should be completely discharged and then fully recharged. If you do not use the batteries for long periods, remove them from the notebook. Never store the batteries in the device. 24 10600816219, edition 1 Working with the notebook 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 sure that no foreign bodies get into the battery connections. Removing the battery Battery 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 necessary, lay an anti-slip cloth on this surface to prevent the notebook from being scratched. Push the battery lock in direction of the arrow (1). 2 1 Slide the battery release (2) in the direction of the arrow and hold it in place. Remove the battery from the battery 3 compartment (3). Inserting the battery Push the battery into the battery compartment until it engages (1). Push the battery lock in direction of the arrow (2). Battery 2 1 10600816219, edition 1 25 Working with the notebook Using the power-management features Battery Power The notebook uses less power when the available power-management features are used. You will then be 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 Turn off monitor Turn off hard disk(s) Energy saving (S3) Hibernate mode (S4) On external power After 10 minutes After 15 minutes After 20 minutes After 1 hour On battery power After 5 minutes After 10 minutes After 15 minutes 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 about an option, you can get help with most settings by pressing F1 to open the Microsoft Help. If your notebook is in a power saving mode, be sure to remember 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 devices from the notebook To change the memory expansion 26 10600816219, edition 1 Working with the notebook If you do not intend to use your notebook for a long period of time: Exit power saving mode if necessary via the mouse or keyboard or by switching on the notebook. Close all opened programs and switch the notebook off. 10600816219, edition 1 27 Working with the notebook ExpressCards ExpressCard Slot 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 enter 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. Press on the remote control (1) so that the remote control jumps out of the slot somewhat. Pull the remote control out of the slot (2). ExpressCard 1 2 Insert the ExpressCard in the slot guide with the connection contacts first. Gently push the ExpressCard 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. 28 10600816219, edition 1 Working with the notebook Removing the ExpressCard ExpressCard You can stop the ExpressCard using the corresponding symbol in the task bar: Left-click on the icon. Select the ExpressCard you want to stop and remove. Press the Enter key. Wait for the dialogue box which tells you that it is now safe to remove the ExpressCard. Press on the edge of the ExpressCard (1) so that the ExpressCard jumps out of the slot slightly. Pull the ExpressCard (2) out of the slot. 1 2 Insert the remote control in the slot. Gently push the remote control into the slot until you feel it click into place. 10600816219, edition 1 29 Working with the notebook Memory cards Slot Your notebook is equipped with a memory card slot. The memory card slot supports the following formats: · · · SecureDigital MemoryCard MultiMediaCard MemoryCard MemoryStickPro MemoryCard Secure Digital (SDTM Card) MultiMediaCard (MMC) Memory Stick / Memory Stick pro (Sony®) Please read the documentation supplied with the memory card for any special instructions. Memory Card Inserting the memory card Carefully push the memory card into the slot. The label should be facing upward. The memory card may jut out from the memory card slot, depending on its type. Memory card Removing the memory card Pull the memory card out of the notebook. Memory card