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  • Page 1 ANUAL...
  • Page 2 AKING OPIES OF ANUAL This manual contains information protected by law. All rights are reserved. Copyright law prohibits duplicating this information in mechanical, electronic, or any other form, without the written approval by the manufacturer. © ® ® ® 2003. All rights reserved. Microsoft , MS-DOS , and Windows are regis-...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents: Making Copies of This Manual ........ii INTRODUCTION ..............7 Notes on This manual ..........7 Audience ..............7 Finding More Information ...........8 Getting to Know Windows XP ........8 Software Help............9 Device Drivers ............9 SAFETY ................11 Safety Instructions..........11 Data Security ............
  • Page 4 VIEWS OF THE NOTEBOOK............. 22 Open Notebook............22 Left Side ..............22 Right Side ..............23 Rear Side...............24 Bottom View............25 Indicators ..............26 Hotkeys ..............27 GETTING STARTED ............... 28 Step 1 ..............28 Step 2 ..............29 Step 3 ..............29 THE WINDOWS XP DESKTOP ..........30 POWER SUPPLY ..............
  • Page 5 MAIN COMPONENTS .............. 46 The Hard drive ............46 Important Directories ........... 47 The Optical Drive ............ 48 CD-ROM Drive ............. 48 DVD-ROM Drive ........... 48 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo Drive ......48 DVD-RW/CD-RW Super Combo Drive ...... 48 Concerning the DVD Writer ........49 Handling Discs.............
  • Page 6 SOFTWARE ................66 Digital Signatures............66 Windows Activation ..........67 THE BIOS SET-UP-PROGRAM ..........68 Running the BIOS Set-up .........68 Navigating the BIOS Utility ........68 CUSTOMER SERVICE ............. 69 Data and System Security ........69 Data Security ............69 Maintenance Programs ..........69 ® Windows Update ...........69 Troubleshooting ............72 Localize the Cause..........72...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    OTES ON HIS MANUAL This manual is divided into sections to help you find the in- formation you require. Along with the Table of Contents, an Index has been provided to help you locate information. Please read the chapters “Operational Safety” (page 11 and following) and “Getting started”...

  • Page 8: Finding More Information

    UALITY We have selected the components in this computer for their high level of functionality, ease of use, safety and reliability. Through balanced hardware and software design we are able to provide you with an innovative personal computer useful for applications relating to both work and leisure.

  • Page 9: Software Help

    XP H INDOWS ELP AND UPPORT An answer to almost every question can be found in this program. You’ll find it in the Start menu. OFTWARE Many software programs incorporate extensive help func- tions. As a general rule, you can access help functions by pressing F1 on the keyboard.
  • Page 10 N N G G L L I I S S H H...

  • Page 11: Safety

    AFETY NSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important information on the safe and proper setup, use and care of your Notebook computer. Please read this manual carefully and follow all instructions. These instructions should be kept with your computer at all times. Proper set up, use and care can help extend the life of your Notebook.

  • Page 12: General Safety Information

    • DO NOT insert objects through the slots and openings of the Notebook. This may lead to electric shock, electrical short-circuit or fire that will damage your Notebook. • DO NOT allow small children to play unat- tended with electrical equipment. •...

  • Page 13: Cd-Rom/Cd-Rw/Dvd/Dvd-Rw Drive Safety

    CD-ROM/CD-RW/DVD/DVD-RW D RIVE AFETY • CD-ROM-/CDRW-/DVD-drives are Laser Class 1 devices. These lasers must remain in their sealed casing. • Danger — Invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid direct exposure to beam. This product is certified by the manufacturer to comply with DHHS rules 21CFR, Chapter 1, Subchapter J, applicable at date of manufac- turer.

  • Page 14: Power Adapter

    • Never place objects on top of the Notebook that would exert any pressure on the display. There is a danger that even slight pressure may break the TFT display. OWER DAPTER • Do not open the power adapter housing. When the hous- ing is open there is a danger of severe electric shock.

  • Page 15: Battery Operation

    ATTERY OPERATION To extend the life and power of your battery and guarantee secure operation, the instructions below should be followed: • Never expose the battery to direct sunlight or heat for long periods. • Do not dispose of the battery by fire as they may explode.

  • Page 16: Modem

    ODEM • If your system has a modem, please make sure you con- nect it to an analog telephone line only. Connecting to a digital PBX, a digital line designed for broadband services or ISDN, a shared service line or a payphone will damage the modem or the devices to which it is connected.

  • Page 17: Important Additional Safety Instructions

    MPORTANT DDITIONAL AFETY NSTRUCTIONS When using any electronic equipment, basic safety precau- tions should always be taken. Following the guidelines below can reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury: • Do not use this product near water (e.g., near a bath- tub, lavatory or kitchen sink, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool).

  • Page 18: Notes For Service Engineers

    OTES FOR ERVICE NGINEERS • Before opening the housing, disconnect the Notebook from all power sources and remove any connecting cables. If the Notebook has not been disconnected from the power outlet before being opened, there is a danger of severe electric shock.

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    AINTENANCE NSTRUCTIONS This section provides information on the proper maintenance and care of your Notebook. Following these measures can extend its lifetime. LEANING AND • Warning! There are no user-serviceable or user-cleanable parts inside the Notebook housing. Never open the Notebook housing. •...

  • Page 20: Transporting The Notebook

    RANSPORTING THE OTEBOOK Please use the following guidelines when transporting the Notebook: • 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. •...

  • Page 21: Securing Your Notebook

    ECURING YOUR OTEBOOK ETTING A ASSWORD You can prevent unauthorized access to your Notebook by setting a User Password. If a User Password is set, you will be prompted for the password each time the Notebook is started. The User Password is set in the BIOS (page 68). Attention: It is important to record your pass- word in a safe place.

  • Page 22: Views Of The Notebook

    OTEBOOK TFT display p. 38) Status-/Operation Indicators p. 26) Hotkeys p. 27) Power ON/OFF p. 32) Touch pad p. 45) Touch pad keys p. 45) Touch pad scroll key p. 45) Palm rest Keyboard p. 44) Fan slot* *Caution! Do not cover when in use! N N G G L L I I S S H H...

  • Page 23: Left Side

    PC card slot PCMCIA, p. 62) PC card eject button p. 63) 3 in 1 card-interface S. 61) IEEE1394 (4-pin) p. 64) Infrared port p. 65) Stereo Speaker Optical drive Disc emergency eject Disc eject button p. 50) Activity LED optical drive IGHT Stereo Speaker Kensington lock...

  • Page 24: Rear Side

    Power socket p. 32) Parallel port p. 64) TV/Video out (S-Video) p. 39) External monitor (VGA) p. 39) USB port p. 64) LAN port (RJ-45) p. 57) Modem port (RJ-11) p. 56) Line out/SPDIF (optical out) p. 55) Line in/Microphone in p.

  • Page 25: Bottom View

    OTTOM Memory compartment Battery bay p. 34) Battery lock/unlock latch p. 34) Modem Cover I I E E W W S S O O F F T T H H E E O O T T E E B B O O O O K K...

  • Page 26: Indicators

    NDICATORS LED's indicate the power and operating system states of the Notebook. The meaning of each LED is: This LED lights when Wireless LAN is active (optional feature). This LED lights when operation (battery / power). This LED lights when the Notebook is in stand-by mode. This LED lights when the Notebook is accessing the hard disk.

  • Page 27: Hotkeys

    OTKEYS Launches the E-Mail Program. Launches the Internet Browser. This key is to enable/disable the TV-out option. Connect a TV set to the proper port first This key switches between the following display reso- lutions: 640 x 480, 800 x 600 und 1024 x 768 To enable or disable the wireless LAN.

  • Page 28: Getting Started

    Before you get started using your notebook, first take a few moments 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. However, with many programs (e.g., telephone CDs or encyclopedias) it is necessary to insert the corresponding CD to access the data that is stored on it.

  • Page 29: Step 2

    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. Should you have any questions just click on NTER ERSONAL ETAILS In one of the initial start-up dialog boxes a request will ap- pear on the screen for you to enter your personal details.

  • Page 30: The Windows Xp Desktop

    After the login procedure the Windows XP desktop appears on your screen. (Your desktop might not look exactly like the one shown here.) 1. Start Button Clicking the Start button brings up a menu where you can access help, software programs, files, and settings. For more information, click Windows XP Tour on the Start menu.

  • Page 31: All Programs

    3. All Programs All of the software programs installed on your Notebook are ordinarily listed here. Click All Programs to reveal an extensive menu. 4. Turn Off Computer Click this button to shut down Windows XP and the Note- book. 5.

  • Page 32: Power Supply

    FF BUTTON The On/Off button is used to power up/down the Notebook. Pressing the button briefly will turn off your computer using the operating system. This is the same as clicking Start then Turn Off Computer. If the button is held down for longer than 4 seconds, it will force the notebook to power down without going through the operating system shut down process.

  • Page 33: Power Adapter

    OWER DAPTER Your Notebook is supplied with a universal AC power adapter, which automatically adjusts to the available power source. The following levels are supported: AC 100-240V~/ 50-60 Hz. Please follow the power supply safety instructions found on page 14. The power adapter is connected via a power cord to an AC outlet.

  • Page 34: Inserting The Battery

    NSERTING THE ATTERY Slide the battery, contacts first, into the battery compartment. EMOVING THE BATTERY Slide the battery locks to remove the battery. WARNING! Do not remove the battery while the Notebook is running on battery power. You increase the possibility of losing data. N N G G L L I I S S H H...

  • Page 35: Charging The Battery

    HARGING THE ATTERY The battery is charged via the power adapter. If the power adapter is connected, it charges the battery automatically, whether the Notebook is turned on or not. When the Notebook is switched off, full charging takes a few hours.

  • Page 36: Power Management

    When in battery mode, a battery symbol is displayed and when the power adapter is in use a power connector is dis- played. If the battery is being charged the power connector has a lightning symbol superimposed over it. Further infor- mation on power settings can be obtained by double clicking on the symbol.

  • Page 37: Suspend (Hibernate) Mode

    USPEND HIBERNATE MODE The hibernate mode is an alternative to a complete shutdown of the Notebook. In this mode all data from RAM (system and graphic data) are copied to the hard disk as a file. As soon as the data has been safely saved, the Notebook powers down. When the Notebook is switched on again, this file is written back to RAM by the BIOS.

  • Page 38: Display

    Unlike a normal monitor, the TFT display does not produce either radiation or flicker. PENING AND LOSING THE ISPLAY A display catch keeps the display closed when the Notebook is not in use. To open, use your thumbs to slide the bar left then lift the display with your thumbs and index finger and position it as desired.

  • Page 39: Connecting An External Monitor

    ONNECTING AN XTERNAL ONITOR The Notebook has a VGA port for connecting an external monitor. To connect and configure an external monitor: 1. Shut down your notebook. 2. Connect the video signal cable of the external moni- tor to the VGA port of the Notebook (see page 24). 3.
  • Page 40 2. Extend your Desktop The key combination <FN> + <F3> can not be used to extend the desktop. Right click anywhere on your desktop and select “Properties” to start the "Display Properties" pro- gram. • Select the "Settings" tab and left click on the second display •...

  • Page 41: Connecting Atv

    3. Connect the TV set to power and switch it on. Switch on your notebook and boot it properly. Your notebook computer is fitted with a 7 pin TV-OUT port, allowing you to output your display to a wide range of television and video equipment.
  • Page 42 If the notebook is set to clone mode you can change your display to the TV set using the quick start key If the option Extend Windows Desktop to this Monitor in the program display properties is ac- tivated, then it must be deactivated first in or- der to change the display to the TV set.
  • Page 43 Extend your Desktop • Start the “Display Properties” program and select “Set- tings” and mark with a mouse-click Monitor “2” • If the option “extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor” is selected press “Apply” enter the “Advanced” menu. • In the window “Device Selection”...

  • Page 44: Data Entry

    EYBOARD By dual assignment of certain keys you have the same range of functions available to you as with a normal Windows key- board. Some functions are input using the FN key, which is normal on notebook computers. OTEBOOK SPECIFIC KEY COMBINATIONS Combination Function Description...

  • Page 45: Touch Pad

    OUCH PAD The touch pad’s primary function is to move the cursor around or select items displayed on the screen with the use of your fingertip instead of a mouse. It is positioned in front of the keyboard (see page 22). The pointer follows the direc- tion which is specified by moving your finger or thumb over the touch pad.

  • Page 46: Main Components

    ARD DRIVE The hard drive is the main storage medium combining large storage capacity and rapid data access. The Windows operating system cannot use the full capacity of the hard drive, which means that there will be a difference between the capacity that the BIOS displays and what the operating system displays.

  • Page 47: Important Directories

    MPORTANT IRECTORIES The most important directories preinstalled on your Notebook are shown below. These directories may vary from what is shown here. Caution: Don't delete files unless you know what they are. Windows XP might require these files for your computer to operate correctly.

  • Page 48: The Optical Drive

    PTICAL RIVE Depending on its configuration your notebook might be equipped with a CD-/, DVD-/, CD-RW, a combo drive (DVD-/ and CD-RW support) or a DVD-ReWriter. CD-ROM D RIVE This drive can play music CDs or read data CDs. It can also run software programs from CDs.

  • Page 49: Concerning The Dvd Writer

    DVD W ONCERNING THE RITER This section only applies to devices, which are shipped with a CD-RW, a combo drive and a DVD-RW drive. Problems can be caused by the source drive as well as by the source disk. The disk creation program included with your notebook can be used to generate safety copies of nearly any disk type.

  • Page 50: Loading A Disc

    Tip: Do not place protective foils or other stick- ers on your CD’s. To avoid damage to your drive, do not use deformed of damaged CD’s. Atten- tion: 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 51: Playing Music Cds

    LAYING USIC Windows Media Player and MusicMatch Jukebox can be used to play music CDs. Please refer to the documentation for these programs to decide which program you would like to use. DVD M LAYING OVIES To play DVD movies on your Notebook, you need a DVD playback software program, such as CyberLink’s award- winning PowerDVD.

  • Page 52: Writing Cds

    RITING If included with your Notebook, you can use your CD-RW, DVD-RW, or DVD+RW drive to write ("burn") data and music CDs. A data CD is a compact disc (CD) used to store PC data (for example, files and folders you have on your hard disk). A music, or audio, CD is a compact disc (CD) used to record music that you can play on your home or car stereo CD player.
  • Page 53 4. Double-click My Computer, then the CD-RW. Windows displays a temporary area where the files are held before they are copied to the CD. Verify that the files and folders that you intend to copy to the CD appear under Files Ready to be Written to the CD.

  • Page 54: Writing Dvds

    RITING A DVD-RW drive can not record to a DVD+RW disc, and vice versa. The media (discs) that you can use with your PC depend on the drive that it uses. Please double-check the inside front cover of this manual to determine the type and speed of drive that comes with your PC.

  • Page 55: The Sound Card

    OUND Your Notebook has an integrated stereo sound card (on- board) with 16-bit and 3D spatial sound effects (3D). The sound card is compatible with the industry standard Sound Blaster and Microsoft Sound System Version 2.0. This guarantees optimal support for all popular programs and games.

  • Page 56: Modem

    ODEM The modem is fitted with an RJ-11 interface, into which a standard telephone lead can be plugged. WARNING! Use only with an analog telephone line. The modem cannot withstand the voltage levels of digital telephone systems such PBX or lines such as ISDN or Broadband services.

  • Page 57: The Network

    ETWORK HAT IS A NETWORK A network means connecting your Notebook to one or several other computers. Users can transfer data between computers and share resources such as printers, modems and hard disk drives. Here are some practical examples: • You can exchange E-mail and manage appointments in an office.
  • Page 58 HAT DO YOU NEED FOR NETWORKING Some requirements have to be fulfilled to successfully net- work computers: 1. The Notebook must have a network card that supports the same network technology as the other computers on the network. Unless otherwise quoted, your Notebook will support the current Fast Ethernet (10/100 Mbit) standard.
  • Page 59 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 60: Wireless Lan

    IRELESS Wireless LAN is an optional feature. This function allows you to create a wireless network link with a partner. ONDITIONS The partner used can be a wireless access point. 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).

  • Page 61: Memory Cards

    EMORY ARDS This Notebook supports the following Memory cards: • MMC (MultiMediaCard) • SD (Secure Digital) • Memory Stick / Memory Stick Pro Align the cards as follows: Card type Contacts SD (Secure Digital) point to top MMC (MultiMediaCard) point to top Memory Stick point to top ®...

  • Page 62: The Pc Card Slots

    CARD LOTS The PC card slots on the left side (see page 22) of the Note- book 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 storage.
  • Page 63 NSTALLING A CARD Follow the PC card installation instructions that are given for ® use under Windows have the necessary driver software ready. Once you ® have started Windows , slip the card carefully into the slot provided. When the card is fully inserted two audible signals will be heard, provided it has been correctly recognized and success- fully configured.

  • Page 64: Connection Options

    ONNECTION PTIONS The Notebook has a number of input and output interfaces for connection of peripheral devices such as a printer, scan- ner, keyboard, and so on. This section presents the individual ports. For further information, refer to page 24, where the positions of the respective ports are described.

  • Page 65: Infrared Interface

    NFRARED NTERFACE The infrared port is located on the left side of the Notebook. The IR port corresponds to the "IrDA Serial Infrared Data Link Version 1.1" standard. It is used for wireless point-to-point communication. You can use SIR/FIR applications in order to exchange files with other devices which are IR-aware.

  • Page 66: Software

    The software included with the Notebook was pre-installed at the factory. During software installations, important files can be changed or even deleted. We recommend that you set a Win- dows XP recovery point before installing software (p. 64). For specific installation information, refer to the documenta- tion that came with the software program.

  • Page 67: Windows Activation

    Ignore allows all device drivers and software to be in- stalled on this PC regardless of whether they have a digi- tal signature. Warn displays a warning message when you attempt to install a software program or device driver without a digi- tal signature.

  • Page 68: The Bios Set-Up-Program

    In BIOS setup (Basic Configuration) there are a number of configurable parameter settings available for your Notebook. For example, you can change the operating mode of the in- terfaces, security features or power management. WARNING! The Notebook is factory pre-set to guarantee optimum operation.

  • Page 69: Customer Service

    ATA AND YSTEM ECURITY The programs described below are part of your Windows op- erating 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.
  • Page 70 FAQ – Questions frequently asked 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..
  • Page 71 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 72: Troubleshooting

    ROUBLESHOOTING OCALIZE THE AUSE Errors can have simple causes, but sometimes they are caused by faulty equipment. We would like to give you some tips to help solve common problems. Should these instruc- tions not lead to success, please feel free to call us. HECK ABLES AND ONNECTIONS...
  • Page 73 RRORS OSSIBLE AUSES The display is blank: Confirm that the system is not in stand-by mode. Press any key on the keyboard to test this. Wrong Date and Time: Double-click the clock on the taskbar and correct the date and time. An error message appears during boot-up: You may have a floppy disk in the disk drive so the sys- tem is looking for an operating system on that floppy.

  • Page 74: Additional Support

    DDITIONAL UPPORT If the suggestions in the above section have not solved your problem, please contact the customer service hotline and we will attempt to help you solve the problem. Before you call, however, please have the following information available: How is your computer configured? What additional peripherals do you use? What messages, if any, appear on your screen?

  • Page 75: Standards

    TANDARDS This Notebook meets the requirements of the following standards: LECTROMAGNETIC OMPATIBILITY This Notebook meets the following requirements for stan- dards of electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety: EN 55022 Information technology equipment - Radio distur- bance characteristics - Limits and methods of meas- urement.

  • Page 76: Electrical Safety

    LECTRICAL AFETY EN 60950 Safety of information technology equipment. • The connection of devices is limited to equipment that com- plies with EN60950 “Safety of information technology equipment” or EN60065 “Audio, video and similar elec- tronic apparatus. Safety requirements” For U.S. / Canadian purposes: The Notebook should •...

  • Page 77: 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 instal- lation.

  • Page 78: Warranty

    ARRANTY PLEASE READ THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CAREFULLY TO UNDERSTAND YOUR RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. The receipt is considered valid proof of purchase and should be kept in a safe place. This receipt will be required for receiving any warranty service. This warranty is transferable. When transferring ownership to a third party, please provide the receipt and warranty information.

  • Page 79: Limits Of Liability

    IMITS OF IABILITY To the extent allowed by local law, except for the obligations specifically set forth in this warranty statement, in no event shall the company or its third party suppliers be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or conse- quential damage, whether based on contract or any other legal theory and whether advised of the possibility of such damages.

  • Page 80: Index

    Data entry ...... 44 Data security....11, 69 All Programs ....31 Deleting files ....47 Audience ......7 Desktop......30 Digital signatures ..... 66 Directories ...... 47 Battery operation..15, 33 Disc-drive ....... 48 Charging the battery ..35 Discs Battery power ....35 Handling ......
  • Page 81 Files Deleting ...... 47 Network......57 Finding files ....46 Network FireWire ......24 LAN Access Point... 60 Troubleshooting .... 59 What do you need for Hard Drive ...... 46 networking? ....58 HD....See Hard Drive What is a Network? ..57 Help.........
  • Page 82 Start-up ......28 Suspend to Disk....37 Removing a PC card ..63 Repairs ......17 Running the Bios Setup ..68 Task Bar ......31 Touch pad....16, 45 Tour......... 8 Safety Transport......20 data......47 Turn Off Computer ... 31 Safety Instructions TV/Video-Ausgang....

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