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  • Page 1 User Guide Multimedia Notebook Computer...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents NOTE ...................... 49 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ..........52 Wireless LAN ....................54 Additional safety notes for units with wireless LAN ........55 CE-labelling for units with wireless LAN ............56 Restrictions ....................57 Radio frequencies for units with wireless LAN ..........58 Frequencies ....................

  • Page 5: Note

    These are mentioned only for identification purposes and have no recommendatory character in respect of the product or manufacturer. © MAXDATA 2004 Legal Information You can find additional legal information and conditions in the text files on the device drivers and utilities CD-ROM (Utility CD).
  • Page 6 Note: Some or all system configurations may have been made already. If this is not the case or if parts of the system need to be reconfigured, please consult the device drivers and utilities CD-ROM for instructions on how to do this. Declaration: This device meets the EN 55022 product standard for interference emissions, the EN 50082-1 basic standard for interference, and the...
  • Page 7 CD-ROM Drive: The built-in CD-ROM drive is a Class 1 laser product. Do not open the device and do not look into the beam, not even with optical instruments. Unless the drive is expressly designated for the simultaneous use of more than one CD, never insert more than one CD into the drive.

  • Page 8: Important Safety Information

    Safety Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Although the notebook is highly robust, it is not indestructible. To prevent damage from occurring, please pay attention to the following: • Avoid exposing the notebook to strong shocks or vibrations. • Keep it away from intense heat (radiators, direct sunlight). •...
  • Page 9 Safety Information • Note on the System Clock Battery Caution: There is a risk of explosion if batteries are installed incorrectly. Replace the battery only with a battery recommended by the manufacturer or with a battery of the same type. Dispose of the battery according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

  • Page 10: Wireless Lan

    WIRELESS LAN (wireless network- abbreviation = WLAN) Your Notebook contains a Wireless LAN module of the type „Intel® Pro Wireless Mini PCI“ . This module allows you to set up a wireless-based network, and to connect with an existing wireless network. It works according to the IEEE802.11b+g standard.

  • Page 11: Additional Safety Notes For Units With Wireless Lan

    ADDITIONAL SAFETY NOTES FOR UNITS WITH WIRELESS LAN A wireless LAN component is integrated into your Notebook. For this reason you must make sure that you comply with the following notes on safety: • Switch off the Notebook when you are in an aircraft or while driving a car.

  • Page 12: Ce-Labelling For Units With Wireless Lan

    MAXDATA Computer AG is not responsible for disruptions to radio or television reception which are caused by unauthorized alterations to this unit. MAXDATA also accepts no responsibility for the replacement or the exchange of connecting cables and units which were not specified by MAXDATA Computer AG.

  • Page 13: Restrictions

    RESTRICTIONS • FRANCE Restricted frequency range: In France, you may only use channels 10 to 11 (2457 MHz or 2462 MHz). It is forbidden to use the unit outside of enclosed areas. Info: www.art-telecom.fr • ITALY An official authorization is also required to use the unit in internal areas. For more detailed information about the necessary procedure to do this, please contact your provider.

  • Page 14: Radio Frequencies For Units With Wireless Lan

    RADIO FREQUENCIES FOR UNITS WITH WIRELESS LAN The following information was correct at January 2002. You can obtain current information from the appropriate authorities in your country (e. g. www.regtp.de). FREQUENCIES Radio network cards and adapters are designed in accordance with IEEE-Standard 802.11b+g for use in the ISM frequency band (Industrial, Scientific, Medical) between 2.4 and 2.4835 GHz.

  • Page 15: Legal Requirements - Exception Clauses For Units With Wireless Lan

    LEGAL REQUIREMENTS - EXCEPTION CLAUSES FOR UNITS WITH WIRELESS LAN The installation and use of an unit with Wireless LAN may only take place when in accordance with the instructions contained in the user documents. The user documents are included in the material supplied with the product.

  • Page 16: Shipping Contents

    Shipping Contents SHIPPING CONTENTS Before you begin installing your notebook, make sure that all components are present. If any item listed in the shipping contents is missing from your computer package, please contact your dealer immediately. • Notebook • Battery •...

  • Page 17: Preparation

    Preparation PREPARATION Before first using the computer, make sure you are familiar with the individual components of your system. Press the release catch (1) and open the display (2). Press release catch Open the display Fig. 1 LCD display Status LEDs CD player controls Power button Quick launch keys...

  • Page 18: Inserting The Battery

    Preparation INSERTING THE BATTERY (The battery is included in the notebook’s shipping contents. This battery is only partially charged. Fig. 3 Insert the battery into the battery slot in the direction of the arrow. Gently push the battery until it locks into place. Lock the battery into position.

  • Page 19: Power Supply

    Preparation POWER SUPPLY The notebook is supplied with a power cable and You can choose to run the notebook via a universal, self-adjusting power adapter. The battery or power power adapter can operate with any constant supply. voltage between 100 and 240 volts. The first time you use the computer, To use the power adapter:...

  • Page 20: Switching The Computer On

    Preparation SWITCHING THE COMPUTER ON You’ve completed the preparation. Now operate the on/off button to switch the notebook on. Once the computer is switched on, the on/off switch can perform several functions depending on the energy settings. In the standard settings, pressing it again will switch off the computer.

  • Page 21: Powermanagement

    Powermanagement POWERMANAGEMENT Your system is compatible with APM and the newer (and more efficient) ACPI energy saving system. Note on PC Cards HARDWARE (Battery Status & Warnings) Never unplug a PC card while the system is in After completing the POST (power-on self-test), save-to-disk mode.

  • Page 22: System Overview

    System Overview SYSTEM OVERVIEW LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES Fig. 6 Volume control Memory Stick, Secure Digital and MultiMedia card slot PC card slot PC card release catch Infrared sender/ receiver Fig. 7 Kensington lock - anti-theft device Ventilation opening All air intake and ventilation openings must be kept free from obstructions at all times.

  • Page 23: Rear View

    System Overview REAR VIEW Fig. 8 Power in socket S-Video TV output Connector for external monitor Printer port Modem port Network port IEEE 1394 port USB port Loudspeaker/ headphones socket supports S/PDIF output (10) LINE IN / microphone socket * All air intake and ventilation openings must be kept free from obstructions at...

  • Page 24: Explanation Of Led Displays

    System Overview EXPLANATION OF LED DISPLAYS (1) Wireless LAN (2) Power (3) Standby (4) Drive access (5) Battery (6) Caps Lock (7) Num Lock Fig. 10 Symbol Meaning Lights when the wireless LAN properties are activated. Lights when the computer is switched on. Flashes when the battery reaches a low charge condition.

  • Page 25: Hot Keys

    System Overview HOT KEYS (Shortcut key combinations with special functions) To activate the hot keys, press and hold down the Fn key and then press the desired additional key. For certain functions it may be necessary to install the Launch Manager. You can find additional information on this on the next page.

  • Page 26: The Quick Launch Keys

    System Overview THE QUICK LAUNCH KEYS There are five quick launch keys on the left of the keyboard. You can use these to launch frequently used applications. If the keys are not assigned to any functions, you can find the drivers to activate the keys on the Utility CD.

  • Page 27: The Keyboard

    System Overview THE KEYBOARD Your notebook’s keyboard has all the functions of a normal AT-compatible keyboard plus some extras: Typewriter - These keys correspond to a typewriter’s keys. In many operating systems (and applications), Function keys special functions are available via these keys. You can find more detailed information on this in the relevant handbooks.

  • Page 28: The Touchpad

    System Overview THE TOUCHPAD The system automatically sets up the integrated TouchPad. Provided you are using Windows, you do not need to install any drivers for the basic functions. If you wish to use the advanced functions, you can find the drivers to activate the keys on the Utility CD.

  • Page 29: The Cd-Rom/Dvd Drive

    System Overview When using the TouchPad make sure your finger is clean and dry. The TouchPad reacts to finger movements. The lighter it is touched, the better it reacts. Pressing hard will not increase its accuracy. THE CD-ROM/DVD DRIVE To insert a CD, press the eject button on the front side of the drive.

  • Page 30: Volume

    SYSTEM OVERVIEW VOLUME (1) Volume down (2) Volume up Fig. 17 THE PC - CARD SLOT The computer is provided with a PC card slot. This is a PCMCIA 3.3 V/ 5 V slot, Type II. To insert a PC card, push it into the slot until it locks into place.

  • Page 31: The Memory Stick/ Sd/ Mmc -Slot

    SYSTEM OVERVIEW THE MEMORY STICK/ SD/ MMC -SLOT The computer is provided with a combination slot. This slot accepts Memory Sticks, SD (Secure Digital) and MMC (Multimedia card) cards. Insert these cards into the slot holding the printed side upwards. Once it has locked into position completely, you can access information on the card.

  • Page 32: The Data / Fax Modem

    SYSTEM OVERVIEW THE DATA / FAX MODEM The system automatically sets up the integrated analog modem. To use the modem functions, connect the modem socket to an analog telephone socket (not ISDN) using the telephone cable. Proper Use: The modem can be connected to all analog sockets (TBR 21) in Europe. It is to be used solely for data communication purposes.

  • Page 33: Installation Instructions

    Software INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS RESTORING THE DRIVERS Your system is supplied in a preloaded condition. This means that all the data and drivers that the system requires are already on the hard disk. In case you erase and/or format your hard disk drive, the system drivers are stored on the Utility CD supplied with the computer.

  • Page 34: Setting The Resolution

    Software SETTING THE RESOLUTION After installing the graphics drivers, set the resolution to 1024 x 768 pixels. You do this in the following way: Right-click on any free area of the desktop Select <Properties> In the Display Properties window, click the Settings tab. Here you can set the slider to 1024 x 768.

  • Page 35: Specifications

    Appendix A - Specifications SPECIFICATIONS Processor Intel® Centrino™ Mobile Technology ● - Intel® Pentium® M Processor 1.3 GHz to 2 GHz or - Intel® Celeron® M Processor to 1,7 GHz • Main memory expandable up to 1 GB DDR SDRAM •...
  • Page 36 Appendix A - Specifications Modem • High-speed 56 Kbps V.90 fax/data software modem • Fast Ethernet for 10Base-T and 100Base-TX network standards • 802.11b+g wireless LAN Input Devices • 84/85/88-key Windows keyboard • Ergonomically positioned TouchPad with scroll button • Quick launch keys Ports •...
  • Page 37 Appendix A - Specifications Other Data • Dimensions 270 (D) x 327 (W) x 29.8 (H) mm • Weight 2.8 kg (depending on model) • Operating temperature: 5 to 35°C • Operating humidity: 20 to 80 % RH • Storage temperature: -10 to 65 °C...
  • Page 38 Appendix A - Specifications...

  • Page 39: Fault Diagnosis And Troubleshooting

    Appendix B - Troubleshooting FAULT DIAGNOSIS AND TROUBLESHOOTING If a problem occurs while working with your computer, first of all try using the following information to solve the problem. If the problem cannot be solved in this way, you can find additional information in the advanced service handbook (on the device drivers and utilities CD- ROM).
  • Page 40 Appendix B - Troubleshooting The screen is not working. Possible cause of the problem: The energy saving mode is activated. Note: The suspend LED flashes. Troubleshooting: Operate the on/off button. Possible cause of the problem: The screen settings are incorrect. Troubleshooting: Press the spacebar, several times if necessary.
  • Page 41 Appendix B - Troubleshooting Possible cause of the problem: A software error has caused a system crash. Troubleshooting: Additional information is available in the operating system handbook. If you cannot remedy the problem, then restart the system. You will lose any unsaved data! If this doesn’t work either, briefly switch off the computer and then switch it back on again.

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