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OTES ON
Keep these instructions with your computer at all times. The
proper set up, use and care can help extend the life of your com-
puter. In the event that you transfer ownership of this computer,
please provide these instructions to the new owner.
This manual is divided into sections to help you find the informa-
tion you require. Along with the Table of Contents, an Index
has been provided to help you locate information.
In addition, many application programs include extensive help
functions. As a general rule, you can access help functions by
pressing F1 on the keyboard. These help functions are available to
you when you use the Microsoft Windows
the various application programs.
We strongly recommend that you read the Online Manual for your
Notebook, which can be found in the Start Menu.
Important: Additional information about your
notebook can be found in the online help in the
Start Menu of your notebook. Click on:
Information about your notebook
This interactive manual is designed to provide additional informa-
tion about your Notebook as well as useful links accessible via the
World Wide Web.
xp
Windows
invites you to a tour (notes on the task bar) to famil-
iarize yourself with the operating system. We listed further useful
sources of information starting on page 64.
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  • Page 1 Start Menu of your notebook. Click on: Information about your notebook This interactive manual is designed to provide additional informa- tion about your Notebook as well as useful links accessible via the World Wide Web. Windows invites you to a tour (notes on the task bar) to famil- iarize yourself with the operating system.

  • Page 2: Serial Number

    Notebook have been designed with the entire family in mind. OCUMENT OTEBOOK It is important to document the details of your Notebook purchase in the event you need warranty service. The serial number can be found on the back of the Notebook: Serial Number ........

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Lan..............7 Touch Pad ..............7 Battery Operation ............8 VIEWS & HANDLING............9 Views ................. 11 Included with Your Notebook........11 Open Notebook ............12 Front View..............13 Left Side ..............13 Right Side ..............14 Rear Side ..............14 Device Indicators............
  • Page 4 Connecting an External Monitor ........34 Connecting a TV ............36 Data Entry ..............37 The Keyboard ............37 Notebook-Specific Key Combinations ......37 Touch Pad ..............38 The Hard drive ............. 39 Important Directories ..........40 The Optical Drive............41 Loading a Disc ............
  • Page 5 ® IEEE 1394 (FireWire ) ..........63 Application Options for IEEE1394 ......... 63 Technical Specifications ..........63 Bluetooth (optional feature) ........... 64 Activate Bluetooth ............. 65 Inactivate Bluetooth ..........65 Software ..............66 Getting to Know Windows XP ........66 ®...
  • Page 6 Care of the TFT Display ..........86 Transporting the Notebook.......... 87 Recycling and Disposal ..........88 Batteries and Proper Treatment ........89 Securing your Notebook ..........90 Setting a User Password ......... 90 Using a safety lock..........90 Upgrades and Repairs ..........91 Notes for Service Engineers ........

  • Page 7: Safety And Maintenance

    Safety and Maintenance Subject Page Data Security............4 Set-up Location..........5 Ambient Temperature ........5 Power Adapter ..........6 Modem ............7 Wireless Lan .............7 Touch Pad ............7 Battery Operation..........8...
  • Page 8 A A F F E E T T Y Y A A N N D D A A I I N N T T E E N N A A N N C C E E...

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions

    Do not allow small children to play unattended with electrical equipment. Children are incapable of judging potential risks properly. Do not open the case of the notebook, the battery or the power adaptor. When the case is open there is a danger of severe electric shock.

  • Page 10: Data Security

    In order to avoid damage to the display, do not touch it with your fingers or sharp objects. Never lift the notebook by the TFT Display; doing so could break the hinges. Switch off your PC immediately or do not switch it on at all and contact customer service …...

  • Page 11: Set-Up Location

    • Operate the notebook and all peripherals on a stable, bal- anced and vibration-free surface. • Do not leave the base of your notebook on your lap or any part of your body for a long period of time. The notebook can become very warm while it is turned on or charging and can cause discomfort or injury from heat exposure.

  • Page 12: Power Adapter

    AC 220-240V~/50 Hz. For details on power consumption, please refer to the rating plate on the rear of your notebook. If you are unsure of the type of power supply available at the point of use, ask your local power company.

  • Page 13: Modem

    Because the touch pad is electrostatic sen- sitive, objects cannot be used in place of your fingers. Using a pen or other object can damage the touch pad or cause the notebook to malfunction. A A F F E E T T Y Y...

  • Page 14: Battery Operation

    Only use the originally supplied power adapter to charge the battery. Ensure (through the display or the signalling sound of the notebook) that the battery is completely discharged before recharging it. Replace the battery only with the same type or an equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.

  • Page 15: Views & Handling

    Views & Handling Subject Page Included with your notebook ......11 Open notebook ..........12 Front view ............13 Left Side ............13 Right Side ............13 Rear Side ............14 Power and Status Indicators ......15 Getting started..........17...
  • Page 16 & & H H I I E E W W S S A A N N D D L L I I N N G G...

  • Page 17: Views

    NCLUDED WITH OTEBOOK Please check that the contents are complete and notify us within 14 days of purchase if any of the following components are miss- ing: Notebook Battery Power adapter with connection cable FSP065-AAC (Model: Modem cable Application-/Support-Disc ®...

  • Page 18: Open Notebook

    OTEBOOK 1 - TFT display ( p. 32) 2 - Battery power indicator p. 15) 3 - Battery charge indicator p. 15) 4 - AC power indicator p. 15) 5 - Stereo speaker set 6 - Keyboard ( p. 37) 7 - Touch pad ( p.

  • Page 19: Front View

    RONT 12 13 14 ® 11 - IEEE 1394 (FireWire p. 63) 12 - Digital audio out p. 49) 13 - Audio in p. 49) 14 - Microphone in p. 49) 15 - Display catch ( p. 32) 16 - Multimedia card reader p.

  • Page 20: Right Side

    IGHT 24 - Optical Drive ( p. 41) 29 - Kensington lock p. 90) 30 - Power socket p. 25) 18 - USB 2.0 port p. 62) & & H H I I E E W W S S A A N N D D L L I I N N G G...

  • Page 21: Device Indicators

    LED O CCESS PTICAL RIVE This LED lights or is blinking when the notebook is accessing the optical drive. This LED lights when NUM-Lock has been activated. It sets the keyboard so that numbers are assigned to certain characters, simplifying numerical data input.
  • Page 22 LED C CCESS EADER This LED lights when the notebook is accessing the card reader. & & H H I I E E W W S S A A N N D D L L I I N N G G...

  • Page 23: Getting Started

    Before you get started using your notebook, first take a few mo- ments to read the important section on Safety. This notebook comes with software fully pre-installed. You do not have to install any of the CDs supplied. Step 1 •...
  • Page 24 • Open the display by pushing the lock (15) to the right with your thumb and then opening the display to the re- quired position with your thumb and index fingers. • Switch the notebook on by operating the On/Off Switch (8). notebook starts and now goes through a number of phases.
  • Page 25 Step 2 Follow the instructions on the screen. Dialogue boxes will explain any steps that need to be taken. The greeting procedure will guide you through a series of dialogue boxes. The information in each dialogue box will explain the steps that need to be taken.

  • Page 26: Desktop

    ® HORT DESCRIPTION OF THE INDOWS ESKTOP ® After the login procedure the Windows XP desktop appears on your screen. (Your desktop might not look exactly like the one shown here.) Information about your PC 1. Start Button Clicking the Start button brings up a menu where you can ac- cess help, software programs, files, and settings.

  • Page 27: All Programs

    Desktop icons link to their respective programs. To start a program, double-click its desktop icon. 7. Logged in User This tells you which user is logged in to your notebook. 8. Control Panel You can use the icons in Control Panel to change the appear- ®...

  • Page 28: Working In Comfort

    ORKING IN OMFORT Sitting in one position for long periods can be uncomfortable. To minimize the potential for physical discomfort or injury, it’s impor- tant that you maintain proper posture. • Back – While sitting at your work surface, make sure your back is supported by the chair’s backrest in erect position or angled slightly backwards.

  • Page 29: Main Components

    Main Components Subject Page Power Supply ..........25 Display ............32 Data entry ............. 37 Hard Drive ............. 39 Optical Drive........... 41 Subjects Concerning the CD/DVD-Rewriter ..48 Sound Card ............ 49 Modem ............52 Network ............54 Multimedia Card Reader ........59 PC Card Slot ...........
  • Page 30 A A I I N N O O M M P P O O N N E E N N T T S S...

  • Page 31: Power Supply

    UTTON Power on or off your notebook by pressing the on/off button (8) briefly. The operational indicator will inform you about the operational status of the notebook. The notebook will always be switched off, if the main switch is pressed for more than 4 seconds.

  • Page 32: Power Adapter

    The battery is also being charged when you are working on your notebook with the power adapter. The power adapter is still live if the notebook is not con- nected with it. You should therefore unplug the power adapter from the outlet if it is not connected to the notebook.

  • Page 33: Battery Operation

    PERATION Batteries store electrical energy in their cells and then feed it to the notebook when needed. In order to extend the life and power of your battery, and to guar- antee reliable operation, it is essential that the safety instructions on page 8 are followed.

  • Page 34: Removing The Battery

    You increase the possibility of losing data. WARNING! Pay attention that the contacts to the battery and the notebook are not dirty or damaged when storing the battery and using the notebook. This could lead to malfunctions.

  • Page 35: Charging The Battery

    Operate the notebook by means of the battery until it switches off independently because of the low battery charge. Do not switch the notebook off, even if a warning appears on the display. Deactivate all energy options in the system control, above all alarms and power functions.

  • Page 36: Battery Power

    WARNING! If the battery is empty, your data will not be retained for long in Standby/Save-to-RAM mode. WARNING! Never remove the battery while the notebook is switched on or if the notebook has not yet gone into suspend mode, as this may lead to loss of data.

  • Page 37: Power Management

    RAM by the BIOS. In a few moments the notebook is in the exact state as when it was last used. If while working on a document the note- book is closed (assuming the correct ACPI setting), the notebook saves the data in RAM for you automatically.

  • Page 38: Display

    PENING AND LOSING THE ISPLAY Display catches (15) keep the display closed when the notebook is not in use. To open, use your thumbs to push the bar to the right ( ) then lift ( ) the display with your thumbs and index finger and position it as desired.

  • Page 39: Screen Resolution

    CREEN ESOLUTION The integral screen has a native resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels. If you change to a presentation with different characteristics in the Windows ‘Display Characteristics’ Help Program, the dis- play will not appear on the whole area of the screen, among other effects.

  • Page 40: Connecting An External Monitor

    1. Clone your Desktop Press <Fn> + <F5> to activate the external monitor. The notebook display will be switched off. Adjust the dis- play settings following the external monitor specification. Press <Fn> + <F5> once more and both displays are switched on.
  • Page 41 2. Extend your Desktop This option does not support the key combination <Fn> + <F5>. Right click anywhere on your desktop and select “Proper- ties” to start the "Display Properties" program. • Select the "Settings" tab and left click on the second display •...

  • Page 42: Connecting Atv

    ONNECTING A The Notebook has a port (19) for connecting a TV. To connect and configure the Notebook for a TV: 1. Shut down your notebook. 2. Connect the signal cable of the TV to the TV out port (19) of the Notebook.

  • Page 43: Data Entry

    EYBOARD By dual assignment of certain keys you have the same range of functions available to you as with a normal Windows keyboard. Some functions are input using the Fn key, which is normal on notebook computers. OTEBOOK PECIFIC OMBINATIONS Switches the wireless LAN on and off.

  • Page 44: Touch Pad

    OUCH The touchpad (7) is positioned in front of the keyboard. The pointer follows the direction which is specified by moving your finger or thumb over the touch pad. Do not use a ball-point pen or other object on the touch pad, as this could damage or cause a malfunction of your touch pad.

  • Page 45: The Hard Drive

    The hard drive contains the operating system of the computer, other application programs and backup files. These programs and files are pre-installed on your notebook, so you may note that some of the space on your hard drive is already taken.

  • Page 46: Important Directories

    81), i verted the Recovery Partition into a NTFS file system. C:\ This is the main hard disk drive partition for your notebook. It is where your program files, settings, and documents are stored, as well as files necessary for running Windows XP.

  • Page 47: The Optical Drive

    Depending on the model of your notebook it will have a CD-ROM, a CD-ReWriter, a DVD, a DVD-ReWriter or a combination of these drives. The drives installed in your notebook are appropri- ately labeled to allow you to easily select the desired drive.

  • Page 48: Loading A Disc

    OADING A Note: Do not place protective foils or other stickers on your CD’s. To avoid damage to your drive, do not use deformed of damaged CD’s. Attention: Do not use scratched or dirty disks, discs with pieces broken off or disks of poor quality. Because of the high speeds in the drive the disks might break and damage your data as well as your drive.

  • Page 49: Playing Back And Retrieving Data From Discs

    ETRIEVING ATA FROM ISCS Your notebook is able to playback and to retrieve Audio CDs, DVD Movies and Data discs. After loading the disc your operating system will open a selection window with different options for playback. Normally the following programs are provided: ®...

  • Page 50: Emergency Ejection Of A Blocked Disc

    If the tray fails to open automatically, then the tray can be opened manually provided there is an opening for emergency ejection. Restart your notebook and if the tray is still locked proceed as follows: 1. Shut down Windows and switch off your notebook.

  • Page 51: Dvd Technology

    DVD T ECHNOLOGY The Compact Disc (CD) was introduced in 1982. Who could imagine doing without the CD as a storage medium for data, multimedia, computer games and video now? A CD can hold up to 700 MB of data, but that amount is too small to store a high-quality encoding of an entire feature film.

  • Page 52: Dvd-Video

    MPEG2, the image coding process on the DVD, accompanied by outstanding image quality, will control this extreme compression. This will put a very heavy strain on the processor, so that the notebook should not execute any additional applications when playing a DVD video. A A I I N N...

  • Page 53: Regional Playback Information For Dvd

    EGIONAL LAYBACK NFORMATION FOR The playback of DVD movies includes the decoding of MPEG2 vid- eos, digital AC3 audio data and the deciphering of CSS protected contents. CSS (sometimes called copy guard) is the name of a data protec- tion program incorporated by the movie industry as an action against illegal copies.

  • Page 54: Subjects Concerning The Cd/Dvd-Rewriter

    CD/DVD-R UBJECTS ONCERNING THE EWRITER This Section only relates to devices that have been supplied with a CD-RW, a combination drive or a DVD-RW drive. First of all, you receive information on the so-called blank discs. These media, requiring a CD rewriter (burner) to produce CDs are called CD recordable (CD-R) or CD rewritable (CD-RW).

  • Page 55: The Sound Card

    XTERNAL UDIO ORTS Your notebook has a loudspeaker, so you can always playback sounds without additional equipment. The use of the external connections gives you a good opportunity to connect your note- book to external devices. H H E E...
  • Page 56 For sound reproduction via external stereo equipment such as loudspeakers (active) Digital audio out or headphones. The notebook automatically recognizes if an analog (3.5mm stereo plug) or a digital (opti- (12) cal) link has been created. The internal loud- speakers are switched off when this port is used.
  • Page 57 Audio out Loudspeaker output front Audio in Loudspeaker output back Microphone in middle/Subwoofer Out * Your notebook is factory set to 2-channel mode. H H E E O O U U N N D D A A R R D D...

  • Page 58: Modem

    This chapter is intended for systems equipped with a modem or ISDN jack. HAT IS A ODEM The term “modem” is an abbreviation of Modulator/ DEModulator. A modem changes the bit stream of the PC into analogue signals which then can also be transmitted via the telephone line (modulation). The modem on the other side reverses the conversion (demodula- tion).

  • Page 59: Modem Port

    (21) and the other into an analogue telephone socket that is easily accessible. NOTE: Do not place the notebook in Suspend (or Sleep) mode if you are connected to your Internet provider, since this will cause the modem connection...

  • Page 60: The Network

    THERNET ETWORK If your notebook has a Fast Ethernet connection, you can use this to connect to a network. The following explanation refers to notebooks with a network connector. Connect one end to the RJ45 connection (Western plug) at the net- work interface of your notebook (22) and the other to another PC or a hub/switch.
  • Page 61 HAT DO YOU NEED FOR NETWORKING Some requirements have to be fulfilled if you want to make PCs communicate with one another. 1. The PCs must have the same network cards that support the same network technology. Unless otherwise stated your PC will support the current standard, Fast Ethernet (10/100 Mbit).
  • Page 62 6. The correct protocols must be enabled to make shared access possible. This requires the installation of the server “File and ® printer release for Microsoft networks”. It is also factory installed. The release is awarded on the PC where the resource (folders or printers) are located.

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting Within The Network

    ROUBLESHOOTING WITHIN THE ETWORK Why does an error message appear when I click on the network environment? The computer name must be unique on the net- work and may not be the same as the task group. It appears that the network boards are unable to com- municate.

  • Page 64: Wireless Lan

    ONDITIONS An access point is a wireless transmitter that communicates with your notebook and controls access to the network connection (e.g., a home network or a broadband connection such as DSL). Wireless access points are often found in offices, airports, universities or Internet ca- fés.

  • Page 65: Multimedia Card Reader

    Memory cards are media that are being used for a variety of pur- poses, especially in digital photography. They are increasingly replacing the floppy disk. The form and capacity of a memory card can vary according to the manufacturer. Your notebook supports the following formats: • MMC (MultiMediaCard) •...

  • Page 66: The Pc Card Slot

    The PC card slot (23) of the Notebook can be used to operate credit card-sized PC cards. Most PC cards are communications or interface devices such as ISDN-, Faxmodem-, Network- or SCSI- adapters. Some PC cards contain memory chips or hard disks for data stor- age.

  • Page 67: Installing Apc Card

    PC C NSTALLING A Follow the PC card installation instructions that are given for use ® under Windows and have the necessary driver software ready. Remove the dummy card from the PCMCIA Slot be- fore installation. Replace the card to protect contacts against dirt if the slot is not used.

  • Page 68: Universal Serial Bus (Usb) Port

    USB ports provide an easy way to connect many peripheral de- vices to your PC (18). You can use any USB device with any USB port. Your notebook will have 4 USB 2.0 connection sockets (USB 1.1 compatible). Some USB devices require that you reinstall software drivers when you connect the device to a different USB port than the one originally used.

  • Page 69: Ieee 1394 (Firewire ® )

    ® ® ® The IEEE 1394 port (11) (also known as iLink® or FireWire ) pro- vides an easy and high-performance way of connecting high- speed storage, imaging, and many new types of audio/video de- vices easily. IEEE1394 PPLICATION PTIONS FOR •...

  • Page 70: Bluetooth (Optional Feature)

    Bluetooth wireless technology is designed to replace cables be- tween devices, such as printers, keyboards, and mice. Bluetooth wireless technology operates over a short distance. Blue- tooth devices use radio transmission, which enables computers, mobile phones, printers, keyboards, mice, and other devices to communicate with each other without cables.

  • Page 71: Activate Bluetooth

    CTIVATE LUETOOTH 1. If the notebook has not been started up yet, then please do so now and wait until the operating system is completely loaded. 2. Insert the adapter into a free USB port of the computer. The LED of the adapter will flash and the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar is white.

  • Page 72: Software

    We recommend that all beginning users or users of ® previous versions of Windows read this information. It can be found with the CDs in the accessory box that came with your notebook. ® XP H INDOWS ELP AND UPPORT An answer to almost every question can be found in this program.

  • Page 73: Microsoft ® Interactive Training

    ® ICROSOFT NTERACTIVE RAINING To obtain an overview over the functions and the operations of Windows we recommend the program „Windows Step by Step Interactive“. The objective of the program is to ease both the initial contact with and the transition to Windows for beginners and experi- enced users.

  • Page 74: Installation Of Software

    NSTALLATION OF OFTWARE Note: If your operating system is configured that the installation procedure accepts only signed drivers (default) and software this information screen will appear: Although the software lacks the digital signature it may work properly. Click on “Tell me why this testing is important”...
  • Page 75 Please follow the instruction of the software vendor. We will de- scribe a typical installation. Once you insert a CD, the installation menu is started automatically. Run the Program Compatibility Assistant under Programs, Accessories, if you are not sure about the compatibility of the Program to be installed.

  • Page 76: Software Deinstallation

    OFTWARE EINSTALLATION In order to remove installed software from your PC, follow the next steps: 1. Click on 2. Click on 3. Then select the following program: Select the respective program, start the deinstallation and follow the instructions on the screen. If the system becomes unstable due to a certain software or driver, you are able to recover the stability of the system with various methods (see starting on page 80).

  • Page 77: The Bios Set-Up-Program

    BIOS S UNNING THE You can only run the BIOS configuration program at system start- up. If the notebook has already started, power it down and then up again. Press the F2 function key in order to start the BIOS- SET-UP.
  • Page 78 A A I I N N O O M M P P O O N N E E N N T T S S...

  • Page 79: First Aid

    First Aid Subject Page FAQ............... 75 Data and System Security ........ 77 System Recovery ..........80 Troubleshooting ..........83 Maintenance ........... 86...
  • Page 80 I I R R S S T T I I D D...

  • Page 81: Faq - Frequently Asked Questions

    – – When do I have to activate Windows? Your software has been preactivated in the factory. An activation will only be required, if ..several components are replaced by others..your installed a new motherboard..a different BIOS version has been installed..
  • Page 82 Do I still have to install the enclosed CDs/DVDs? No. Basically all programs are already preinstalled. The disks are only intended as backup copies. When is the recovery of the factory setting recom- mended? This method should be chosen as the last resort. Read chapter “System recovery”...

  • Page 83: Data And System Security

    The programs described below are part of your Windows operat- ing system. You will find additional information on these programs in the Windows Help file. ECURITY Back up data regularly on external media such as a CD-R or CD- RW. Windows offers both a Backup program and a Files and Settings Transfer Wizard.

  • Page 84: Windows ® Update

    Windows Update will search through the notebook and provide a list of individual updates specially for the configuration of your notebook.

  • Page 85: Windows Update Information For Data Security

    INDOWS PDATE NFORMATION FOR ECURITY Windows Update needs certain information about the respective notebook, so that a suitable list with updates can be provided for you. This information will include the following: • Version number of the operating system •...

  • Page 86: System Recovery

    Windows provides a useful function enabling the storage of the so-called Recovery points. The system remembers the current configuration as a snapshot and returns to this, if necessary. The advantage is that an unsuc- cessful installation can be cancelled. Recovery points are created automatically by the system, but they can also be set manually.

  • Page 87: System Restore Powered By Symantec

    Enter the search word “Overview over the repair” in order to evaluate which of the following functions is the safest way to correct your problem: • Backup • Recreation of device drivers • Deactivation of the device • System recreation •...

  • Page 88: Limits Of The Recovery

    ESTORE 1. First, please read the entire Restore section of the Windows Help file. 2. Insert the Support-CD and reboot the notebook. 3. Select the option „Boot from CD-ROM “. 4. Read the Licensing Conditions and then press the Escape key.

  • Page 89: Troubleshooting

    The Power On Self Test (POST) is executed during each boot process to test the memory, motherboard, display, keyboard and other components. If the notebook does not pass the POST but beeps several times, or if the screen remains blank, call your notebook support technician.

  • Page 90: Errors And Possible Causes

    OSSIBLE AUSES The screen is black: • Make sure that the notebook is not swapping data and the Fn+F12 key combination has not been operated. The notebook switches itself off during operation. • The accumulator could be empty. Connect the notebook by means of the network adapter and charge the accumulator.

  • Page 91: Additional Support

    RIVER UPPORT This notebook has been extensively tested in our laboratories with a large number of compatible devices. It fulfils all required stan- dards and complies with the standard “Designed for Windows”, which certifies utmost compatibility. However, the software driv- ers for individual components are updated from time to time.

  • Page 92: Maintenance

    TFT D ARE OF THE ISPLAY Always close the notebook when not in use. Avoid touching or scratching the surface of the screen as it is easily damaged. Make sure that no water drops are allowed to remain on the screen.

  • Page 93: Transporting The Notebook

    OTEBOOK Please use the following guidelines when transporting the note- book: Switch off the notebook. This will prevent damage to the hard disk. When the notebook is turned off, the hard disk heads are moved into a safe area. Wait until the PC has reached ambient (room) temperature be- fore connecting it to the power supply.

  • Page 94: Recycling And Disposal

    Put the battery into the packaging separately when despatch- ing the notebook. It is recommended to send the notebook and all magnetic storage media (floppy disks, external drives) through the x- ray device (the device into which you put your bags), when you are passing through the baggage check at airports.

  • Page 95: Batteries And Proper Treatment

    ATTERIES AND ROPER REATMENT Batteries may contain combustible materials. By misuse, this may cause battery leakage, heat, explosion or ignition, bringing about injury or damage to the device. Please observe strictly the following matters: Attention: There is a lithium battery on the mother- board.

  • Page 96: Securing Your Notebook

    OTEBOOK ETTING A ASSWORD You can prevent unauthorized access to your notebook by setting a User Password. When starting the notebook the password will be requested. The User Password is set in the BIOS. Attention: Keep your password in safety place. If you forget your password you do not have the pos- sibility to cancel it.

  • Page 97: Upgrades And Repairs

    PGRADES AND EPAIRS • Only a qualified Service Engineer should perform upgrades and repairs to your notebook. • If you do not have the necessary qualifications, go to an ap- propriate Service Engineer. Please contact the Service Cen- tre if you are experiencing technical problems with your note- book.
  • Page 98 Notes on Laser Radiation : Laser devices of Laser Class 1 to Laser Class 3b may be used in notebook notebook . Where the housing remains closed, the device meets the requirements of Laser Class 1. By opening the notebook housing you will gain access to laser devices of up to Laser Class 3b.

  • Page 99: Appendix

    Appendix Subject Page Standards ............95 Warranty............98 Index ............101...
  • Page 100 P P P P E E N N D D I I X X...

  • Page 101: Standards

    3 meters (9.84 ft) should be used for the LPT, COM, USB, IEEE 1394, audio, video and network interfaces with this notebook. • Keep the notebook at least one meter (approximately three feet) away from high frequency and magnetic interference sources (e.g., televisions, loudspeaker cabinets, mobile tele-...
  • Page 102 Pixelstructure Rows Blue Green Types of Pixel Failures: Type 1: A constantly lit pixel (a bright, white spot), even though it is not addressed A white pixel is caused when all three sub-pixel are lit. Type 2: A pixel that does not light up (dark, black spot), although it is addressed Type 3: Abnormal or defective red, green or blue sub-pixels.

  • Page 103: Fcc Compliance Statement

    FCC C OMPLIANCE TATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency en- ergy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc- tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

  • Page 104: Warranty

    The receipt serves as proof of first purchase and should be kept in a safe place. Your legal rights are not limited by these warranty con- ditions. It is required should you need to make use of the guarantee. We guarantee that this equipment is in perfect working order. Upon production of the receipt, the remaining period of guarantee shall pass on from the original parts to the respective replacement parts.

  • Page 105: Liability Limitations

    IABILITY LIMITATIONS The contents of this manual are subject to unannounced changes caused by technical progress. Manufacturer and sales shall not be responsible for any damages which have been caused as a result of omissions or errors in the information provided in this manual. Under no circumstances shall we be liable for any of the following: Claims made against you by third parties based on loss or damage.
  • Page 106 P P P P E E N N D D I I X X...

  • Page 107: Index

    PC Card ......60 Sound card ...... 49 TV ........36 All programs ......21 USB ........ 62 Ambient Temperature .... 5 Control panel....... 21 Audience .......ii © Copyright ......ii Audio In......50 Correction......80 Audio Out...... 13, 50 Autorun ......69 Data and System Security ..
  • Page 108 Main components ....23 Main Operation ....26 Maintenance......86 Hard drive ......39 Care of the TFT Display..86 Hard Drive Transporting the Notebook . 87 Partitions ......39 Maintenance Programs..77 Help ........66 Memory Stick ...... 59 Microphone In ..... 13 MMC ........
  • Page 109 SD ........59 Power Management ....31 Search ....... 39 Power On Self Test ....83 Secure Digital...... 59 Power supply ......6 Securing your Notebook ..90 Power Supply.......25 Serial Number ....... ii Battery Operation....27 Service Engineers ....91 Main Operation ....26 Setting a User Password ..
  • Page 110 Transport ......87 Monitor (external) ..... 13 Troubleshooting ....83 Multimedia card reader ..13 Errors and Possible Causes .84 Open notebook ....12 Turn off computer ....21 Optical drive..... 14 PC card slot PCMCIA ..13 Power ON/OFF button ..12 Rear Side......

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