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- Page 1 AMILO Easy Guide D Series English...
- Page 2 ... any technical problems or other questions which you would like to be clarified? Please contact: • your sales partner • your sales outlet Further information can be found on the supplementary help desk sheet. The latest information on our products, tips, updates, etc., can be found on the internet under: http://www.fujitsu-siemens.com...
- Page 4 Questo manuale è stato stampato su carta da riciclaggio. Denna handbok är tryckt på recyclingpapper. Dit handboek werd op recycling-papier gedrukt. Herausgegeben von/Published by Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH 440 N00072 Bestell-Nr./Order No.: Printed in the Federal Republic of Germany AG 0103...
- Page 5 D Series Operating manual January 2003 edition Introduction Index Important notes Preparing the notebook for use Working with the notebook Security functions Connecting external devices Settings in BIOS Setup Troubleshooting and tips Memory expansion Technical data...
- Page 6 All other trademarks referenced are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners, whose protected rights are acknowledged. Copyright Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH 2003 All rights, including rights of translation, reproduction by printing, copying or similar methods, in part or in whole, are reserved.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ...1 Notational conventions ...2 Important notes ...3 Safety ...3 Notes on installing and removing boards and modules ...4 Manufacturer’s notes ...5 Declarations of Conformity...5 Copyright-protected technology ...5 Energy saving...5 Disposal and recycling...6 CE marking...6 Battery storage ...6 Transporting the notebook ...7 Before you travel ...7 Transporting the notebook ...7 Cleaning the notebook...8... - Page 8 Contents Optical drive ... 29 Inserting or removing a CD/DVD ... 30 Floppy Disk Drive... 31 Working with floppy disks ... 31 Audio: Setting volume ... 32 Integrated 56k modem ... 32 Connecting notebook modem to telephone connection ... 33 Ethernet and LAN...
- Page 9 Technical data...61 for the models AMILO D 6800 / 7800 / 8800...61 Notebook ...61 Battery ...62 Power adapter ...62 for the models AMILO D 6820 / 7820 / 8820...63 Notebook ...63 Battery ...64 Power adapter 90 W ...64 Power adapter 120 W ...65 Index...67 440 N00072 Contents...
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Page 11: Introduction
Introduction Innovative technology and ergonomic design make your AMILO the ideal user-friendly and reliable notebook. Your operating system is preinstalled on the hard disk and optimally configured to facilitate the procedure when you use your AMILO for the first time. Your notebook’s main memory can be expanded to 1 Gbyte with a 128-, 256-, 512-Mbyte memory module (this applies for AMILO D 6800 / 7800 / 8800 models) or to 2 Gbytes with a 1 Gbyte module (for AMILO D 6820 / 7820 / 8820 models). -
Page 12: Notational Conventions
Introduction Notational conventions The following symbols are used in this manual: Indicates information which is important for your health or for preventing physical damage. Failure to follow the instructions may lead to loss of data, invalidate your warranty, destroy the notebook, or endanger your life. Indicates important information which is required to use the system properly. -
Page 13: Important Notes
Important notes Here you will find essential safety information regarding your notebook. In addition, the manufacturer's notes contain helpful information about your notebook. Safety Pay attention to the information provided in the "Safety" and "Warranty" manuals and in the following security notes. Observe the sections in the manual marked with the symbol on the left. -
Page 14: Notes On Installing And Removing Boards And Modules
Important notes • During installation and before operating the device, please observe the instructions on environmental conditions in the "Technical data" chapter as well as the instructions in the "Preparing the notebook for use" chapter. • When cleaning the device, please observe the relevant notes in the "Cleaning the notebook" paragraph. -
Page 15: Manufacturer's Notes
The "Declarations of Conformity" concerning the Amilo D can be found at our internet address: http://www.driver-cd.com. Hereby, Fujitsu Siemens Computers, declares that the Amilo D is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. (BMWi), (Wien) -
Page 16: Disposal And Recycling
Any components not reclaimed will be disposed of in an environmentally acceptable manner. If you have any questions on disposal, please contact your local office, our hotline/help desk, or: Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH Recyclingcenter D-33106 Paderborn... -
Page 17: Transporting The Notebook
Transporting the notebook Please observe the points listed below when transporting your notebook. Before you travel • Back up important data stored on your hard disk. • If you wish to use your notebook during a flight, first check with the flight attendants if it is permissible to do so. -
Page 18: Cleaning The Notebook
Important notes Cleaning the notebook Ê Switch the notebook off. Ê Pull the power plug of the network adapter out of the mains outlet. Ê Remove the battery. 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. -
Page 19: Preparing The Notebook For Use
Preparing the notebook for use Please read the "Important notes" chapter. Before you can work with your notebook, you need to charge the battery and install and configure the delivered software. The operating system and drivers required are preinstalled. Upon delivery, the battery can be found in the battery compartment. You need to charge the battery if you want to operate your notebook with a rechargeable battery. -
Page 20: Selecting A Location
Preparing the notebook for use Selecting a location Select a suitable location for the notebook before setting it up. Consider the following points when looking for a location: • Do not place it on a soft surface (e.g., a carpet or soft furnishings). The space between the notebook's feet must be clear. - Page 21 Ê Connect the power adapter cable to the DC jack (DC IN) of the notebook (1). Ê Connect the power cable into the power adapter (2). Ê Plug the power cable into the mains supply (3). The battery indicator of the notebook lights up. The battery will charge. 440 N00072 Preparing the notebook for use...
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Page 23: Working With The Notebook
Working with the notebook This chapter describes the basics for operating your notebook. Please see the "Connecting external devices" chapter for instructions on how to connect devices such as a mouse and a printer to the notebook. Please take note of the information in the "Important notes" chapter. Views In this section the various hardware components of your notebook are introduced. -
Page 24: Front
Working with the notebook Front 1 = Optical drive 2 = Power-on indicator of optical drive 3 = Insert/eject button of optical drive Right side panel 1 = Right Speaker 2 = PC card eject buttons Left side panel 1 = Kensington Lock 2 = IEEE 1394 Firewire port 3 = Floppy disk drive indicator 4 = Audio output SPDIF (Line out) -
Page 25: Back Panel
Back panel 1 = DC jack (DC IN) 2 = Parallel port 3 = Monitor port 4 = S Video out socket 5 = Serial port Under side 1 = Battery lock 2 = Battery 3 = Battery lock 440 N00072 Working with the notebook 6 = USB ports 7 = Modem port... -
Page 26: Switching The Notebook On And Off
Working with the notebook Switching the notebook on and off Switching the notebook on Ê Slide the release button (see "Front" section) to the right and open the LCD screen. If you have assigned a password, you must enter this when requested to do so, in order to start the operating system password. -
Page 27: Indicators
Indicators The following icons appear in the display field of your notebook: The meanings of the symbols are as follows: Wireless LAN (optional) Power-on indicator • The indicator lights up: The notebook is on. • The indicator flashes: The battery charge is low. •... -
Page 28: Keyboard
Working with the notebook Indicator drive The indicator flashes when the hard disk, the floppy disk drive or the CD/DVD in the optical drive is being accessed. NumLK indicator (Num Lock) The key combination [Fn] + [Num LK] has been pressed. The numbers on the lower left on keys in the integrated numeric keypad are enabled. - Page 29 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.
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Page 30: Numeric Keypad
Working with the notebook Numeric keypad 1 = Characters enabled when NumLK indicator is not lit (see "Indicators"). 2 = Characters enabled when NumLK indicator is lit (see "Indicators"). When the numeric keypad is turned on (NumLK is indicated) you can enter the symbols that are printed on the front side of the keys. - Page 31 Switching between internal and external screen 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 •...
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Page 32: Easy Launch
Working with the notebook Easy Launch Easy Launch keys Your notebook is equipped with five configurable Easy Launch keys. 1 = E-mail (pre-set) Use this key to start the standard e-mail programme for your system. 2 = Internet (pre-set) With this key you can start the standard internet browser for your system. 3 = P1 key You can freely program this button. -
Page 33: Touchpad And Touchpad Buttons
Touchpad and touchpad buttons Keep the touchpad clean, protect it from dirt, liquids, and grease. Do not use the touchpad if your fingers are dirty. Do not rest heavy objects (e.g. books) on the touchpad or the touchpad buttons. The touchpad enables you to move the mouse pointer on the screen. The touchpad buttons allow the selection and execution of commands. -
Page 34: Lcd Display Panel
LCD display panel Information on LCD monitor High-quality TFT monitors are installed in notebooks from Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH. The specification of the monitor resolution indicates how many pixels can be displayed. For example, "XGA" stands for 1024 x 768 pixels. Each pixel consists of three so-called subpixels of the colours red, green and blue. -
Page 35: Battery
Battery The battery is one of the most important components of your notebook. When not plugged into a mains outlet, 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. - Page 36 Working with the notebook Removing the battery Ê Switch the notebook off. Ê Close the LCD screen so that it locks into place. Ê Unplug the power adapter from the mains outlet. Ê Disconnect all cables connected to the notebook. Ê...
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Page 37: Using The Power-Management Features
Installing the battery Ê Position the battery at the edge of the casing (1). Ê Tilt and put the battery into the battery compartment (2). Ê Push the battery lock in the direction of the arrow (3) up to the stop. Using the power-management features The notebook uses less power when the power management features are enabled. -
Page 38: Pc Cards
Working with the notebook PC cards Two PC card slots enable the notebook to operate two type I/II PC cards or one type III PC card (CardBus or PCMCIA). Consult the documentation supplied by the PC card's manufacturer and follow the instructions provided. -
Page 39: Removing A Pc Card
Removing a PC card Use the small PC card icon located in your task bar to stop the card: Ê Click on the PC card icon in the task bar with the right mouse button. Ê Select PC card Properties. Ê... -
Page 40: Inserting Or Removing A Cd/Dvd
Working with the notebook Inserting or removing a CD/DVD The notebook must be switched on. Ê Push in the drive tray until you feel it lock into place. Manual removal (emergency removal) In the event of a power failure or damage to the drive it may be necessary to manually remove the CD/DVD. -
Page 41: Floppy Disk Drive
Floppy Disk Drive The floppy disk drive is located on the left-hand side of your notebook. Never clean the floppy disk drive with cleaning disks. Any attempt would destroy the read/write head in the disk drive within 20 seconds. Make sure that no floppy disk is inserted in the floppy disk drive during transport. Otherwise the eject button may break off and the floppy disk drive will be damaged. -
Page 42: Audio: Setting Volume
Working with the notebook Audio: Setting volume Ê To adjust the volume use the Windows volume control from the Start menu – Programs - Accessories – Multimedia – Volume Control. Ê To switch the loudspeakers on and off use the Windows volume control from the Start menu – Programs –... -
Page 43: Connecting Notebook Modem To Telephone Connection
Connecting notebook modem to telephone connection If you attach your modem on a TAE-N-connector the phone respectively data cable is busy. The cable cannot be used for other communication devices at the same time. Pull the modem plug out of the TAE-N-power socket after the data transfer, because also with connected cable no other communication devices can be used. - Page 44 Working with the notebook 440 N00072...
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Page 45: Security Functions
Security functions Your notebook enables you to protect your system and personal data in a number of ways against unauthorised access. By combining these options, you can achieve maximum protection for your system. In this chapter you will learn which security functions your notebook is equipped with, which advantages these functions offer you and how to configure and use them. -
Page 46: Brief Overview Of The Security Functions
Security functions Brief overview of the security functions Security function Kensington Lock BIOS password protection Using Kensington Lock With the Kensington MicroSaver, a sturdy steel cable, you can protect your notebook from theft. For this reason your notebook is equipped with a device for the Kensington MicroSaver. The Kensington MicroSaver is available as an accessory. -
Page 47: Setting Passwords
Setting passwords Setup password The Setup password prevents unauthorised calling of BIOS Setup. Only those who know the Setup password can call BIOS Setup . Power-on password The Power on password prevents unauthorised access to your notebook. With the Power on password you can prevent booting of the operating system. -
Page 48: Deleting A Password
Security functions The window for password confirmation appears: The system sets the corresponding password field to Present. Ê Press the [Esc] key to return to the start window BIOS Utility. Ê Press [Esc] again. The following dialogue box appears: Deleting a password Ê... -
Page 49: Connecting External Devices
Connecting external devices Under all circumstances, please observe the safety notes provided in the "Important notes" chapter. Read the documentation on the external device before connecting it. Do not connect or disconnect cables during a thunderstorm. Do not pull on the cable when disconnecting a cable. Always take hold of the actual plug. Adhere to the order described in the following when you connect external devices to the notebook or separate them from the notebook: Connecting devices to notebook... -
Page 50: Connecting An External Monitor
Connecting external devices Connecting an external monitor An external monitor can be connected to the notebook. • Using the [Fn] + [F3] key combination you can switch back and forth between the external monitor and the LCD screen. • If your notebook is equipped with a TFT monitor, you can display the same picture on the external monitor and the LCD screen simultaneously. -
Page 51: Connecting Usb Devices
Connecting USB devices On the USB ports you can connect external devices that also have a USB port (e.g. a printer, a scanner or a modem). USB devices are hot-pluggable. This allows cables from USB devices to be connected and disconnected with the system switched on. USB 1.x has a maximum data transfer rate of 12 Mbit / s. -
Page 52: Connecting External Device To S-Video Out
Connecting external devices Connecting external device to S-Video out You can connect an external monitor, a TV set or a projector to the notebook. Using the [Fn] + [F3] key combination you can switch back and forth between the external monitor and the LCD screen. -
Page 53: Establishing An Infrared Connection
Establishing an infrared connection An infra-red connection is possible only with the following models: AMILO D 6800 / 7800 / 8800 The infrared interface (IrDA) on the left-hand side of your notebook enables wireless serial data transfer. Ê Set up the infrared transmitter and receiver as illustrated above. The devices may be no more than one metre apart. - Page 54 Connecting external devices 440 N00072...
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Page 55: Settings In Bios Setup
Settings in BIOS Setup In BIOS Setup you can set the system functions and the hardware configuration of the notebook. When it is delivered, the notebook is set to factory default settings. You can change these settings in BIOS Setup. Any changes you make take effect as soon as you save and quit the BIOS Setup. The BIOS Setup programme contains the following menus: System information: Basic System Settings:... -
Page 56: Operating Bios Setup
Settings in BIOS Setup Operating BIOS setup To open one of the six BIOS menus from the start window, mark the corresponding entry with the cursor keys æ or è and press the entry key Ú. Ê Mark the menu parameters with the cursor keys æ or è. Ê... - Page 57 If BIOS settings have been changed, then the following dialogue box appears: Discard Changes: Ê Select No. Ê Press the Enter key Ú to exit the BIOS-Setup. The settings which were in force when BIOS Setup was called remain effective. BIOS Setup is terminated and the device is rebooted.
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Page 59: Troubleshooting And Tips
Troubleshooting and tips Take note of the hints in the "Important notes" chapter, when you connect or disconnect cables. If a fault occurs, try to correct it as described. If you fail to correct the problem, proceed as follows: Ê Make a note of the steps and the circumstances that led to the fault. -
Page 60: The Lcd Display Panel Is Difficult To Read
Troubleshooting and tips The LCD display panel is difficult to read Reflection Ê Turn the notebook or alter the tilt of the LCD display panel. The external monitor stays blank If your screen remains blank this may be due to the following: Monitor is switched off Ê... -
Page 61: The Notebook Cannot Be Started
The notebook cannot be started The battery is not installed correctly Ê Switch the notebook off. Ê Check whether the battery is installed correctly in its compartment. Ê Switch the notebook on. The battery is dead Ê Charge the battery. Ê... -
Page 62: The Mouse Does Not Work
Troubleshooting and tips The battery is dead Ê Charge the battery. Ê Install a charged battery. Ê Connect the power adapter to the notebook. The mouse does not work Mouse driver not loaded Ê Check whether the correct mouse driver is properly installed and is present before the application programme is started. -
Page 63: System Configuration Contains Invalid Data
System configuration contains invalid data Ê Switch the notebook off. Ê Switch the notebook on. Ê Enter the BIOS Setup programme by pressing [F2]. Ê Select the default values under Load Default Settings. Ê Mark Yes in the Do you want to load default settings? dialogue box. Ê... - Page 64 Troubleshooting and tips Invalid system disk - Replace the disk, and then press any key The inserted disk is not a system disk or the inserted system disk is defective. Ê Insert another system disk. Ê Press any key to continue. If you wish to boot from floppy disk: Ê...
- Page 65 System battery is dead - Replace and run SETUP Ê Contact your sales outlet or our hotline/help desk. System cache error - Cache disabled Ê Contact your sales outlet or our hotline/help desk. nnnnK System RAM failed at offset: xxxx Failing Bits: zzzz If the error message appears repeatedly, please contact the place of purchase or our hotline/help desk.
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Page 67: Memory Expansion
Memory expansion Your notebook is equipped with a 128MB, 256MB, 512MB or 1 Gbyte memory module. The notebook will not start without a memory module, as no fixed main memory is installed. The notebook must be switched off when installing/removing the memory modules, it must not be in Suspend mode. - Page 68 Memory expansion Removing cover Ê Remove the screw (1). Ê Fold open the cover in the direction of the arrow (2). Ê Pull off the cover. 440 N00072...
- Page 69 Installing a memory module Ê Insert the memory module, contacts first, into the slot (1). Ê Carefully push the memory module downwards until you feel it latch into place (2). Testing memory module after the installation Ê Switch the notebook on and check whether the changed memory size is detected. Windows XP will automatically change the memory space assignment.
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Page 71: Technical Data
Technical data for the models AMILO D 6800 / 7800 / 8800 Notebook Processor: Main memory: Disk drives: Electrical data Regulations complied with: Maximum power draw: (notebook on with battery charging) LCD display panel Display diagonal: Graphics Chip: Video memory: Supported resolutions on external monitor: Colour depth: Audio... -
Page 72: Battery
Technical data Ports PS/2 port: Parallel port: Monitor port: Serial port: Microphone jack: SPDIF headphone/loudspeaker connector: Video port: USB port (Universal Serial Bus): Infrared interface: LAN connector: Modem port: IEEE1394 connection: Kensington Lock Environmental conditions Environment class 7K1 Environment class 7M2 Temperature: Operating (7K1) Transport (2K2) -
Page 73: For The Models Amilo D 6820 / 7820 / 8820
for the models AMILO D 6820 / 7820 / 8820 Notebook Processor: Main memory: Disk drives: Electrical data Regulations complied with: Maximum power draw: (notebook on with battery charging) LCD display panel Display diagonal: Graphics Chip: Video memory: Supported resolutions on external monitor: Colour depth: Audio Sound:... -
Page 74: Battery
Technical data Ports PS/2 port: Parallel port: Monitor port: Serial port: Microphone jack: SpDIF headphone/loudspeaker connector: Video port: USB port (Universal Serial Bus): LAN connector: Modem port: IEEE1394 connection: Kensington Lock Environmental conditions Environment class 7K1 Environment class 7M2 Temperature: Operating (7K1) Transport (2K2) Dimensions... -
Page 75: Power Adapter 120 W
Power adapter 120 W Primary • Rated voltage: • Frequency: • Max. rated current: Secondary • Rated voltage: • Max. rated current: 440 N00072 100 V to 240 V (automatic) 50 Hz to 60 Hz (automatic) >2 A 20 V Technical data... -
Page 77: Index
Index 56k modem 32 Acoustic warnings 52 Alt Gr key 19 Audio device connecting 41 external 42 Audio input 14 Audio output 14 Audio port 42 Battery 15, 25 battery indicator 17 capacity 6 charge level 25, 27 charging 25 important notes 25 installing 27 lifetime 25... - Page 78 Index Easy Launch keys 13, 22 Launch Manager 22 Eject button, PC card 28 Electromagnetic compatibility 6 Emergency removal, CD/DVD 30 Energy energy saving 5 energy saving functions 5, 27 power consumption 27 power management, indicator 17 Enter key 18 Error message acoustic 52 on the screen 53...
- Page 79 Key combination 20 Ctrl+Alt+Del 21 Ctrl+C 21 Fn+<- 21 Fn+-> 21 Fn+F1 20 Fn+F11 21 Fn+F12 21 Fn+F2 20 Fn+F3 21 Fn+F4 21 Fn+F5 21 Shift+Tab 21 Keyboard 13, 18 cleaning 8 connecting 40 external 40 PS/2 keyboard 40 PS/2 port 15 Keyboard port 40 LAN port 15, 39 LAN, Ethernet LAN 33...
- Page 80 Index ON/OFF switch 13, 16 Open notebook, view 13 Operation, preparing for 10 Optical drive 14, 15, 29 Overview, notebook 1 Packing material 9 Palm rest 13 Parallel port 15, 39, 40 Password 35 BIOS Setup delete 38 setting 37 Pause key 19 PC card 28 eject button, push into 28...
- Page 81 Touchpad 13, 23 buttons 23 cleaning 8 dragging items 24 executing commands 23 moving the pointer 23 scroll 24 selecting items 23 Transport 7 damages 9 Travel, notebook 7 Troubleshooting 49 TV out socket 39 TV see television set TV set, connecting 42 Underside, view 15 USB port 15, 39, 41 440 N00072...
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