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Please contact: • your sales partner • your sales outlet Further information can be found in the "Safety and Ergonomics" and "Warranty" manuals. The latest information on our products, tips, updates, etc., can be found on the internet under: http://www.fujitsu-siemens.com...
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Introduction Important notes SCENIC S 2 Preparation for use and operation Troubleshooting and tips System expansions Operating manual Technical data Index March 2003 edition...
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Contents Introduction .............................1 Notational conventions ........................1 Important notes ..........................3 Safety notes ............................3 Manufacturer’s notes .........................3 Energy saving, disposal and recycling ..................3 CE marking..........................3 FCC Class B Compliance Statement ..................4 Transporting the PC...........................4 Cleaning the PC ..........................5 Preparation for use and operation ....................7 Unpacking and checking the delivery....................7 Setting up the PC ..........................8 Changing operating position to vertical or horizontal..............9...
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Contents Troubleshooting and tips ......................29 Installing new software........................29 Power-on indicator remains unlit after you have switched on your device ........29 The screen stays blank ........................30 Flickering stripes across the monitor ....................31 No screen display or display drifts....................31 No mouse pointer displayed on the screen ..................
Introduction This operating manual tells you how to put your PC into operation and how to operate it in daily use. In addition, you can install accessible drives and additional boards. An optional board for an audio/USB control panel on the front of the PC offers convenient access to audio and USB interfaces and increases their number.
Important notes In this chapter you will find information regarding safety which is essential to take note of when working with your PC. Safety notes This device complies with the relevant safety regulations for data processing equipment. If you have any questions, contact your sales outlet.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorised modifications of this equipment or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than those specified by Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH The correction of interference caused by such unauthorised modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.
Cleaning the PC Important notes Cleaning the PC Turn off all power and equipment switches and remove the power plug from the mains supply. Do not clean any interior parts yourself, leave this job to a service technician. To avoid damaging the casing, do not use any abrasive powder, or other cleaning agents that damage plastic.
Preparation for use and operation Please pay careful attention to the safety information provided in the "Important notes" chapter and in the "Safety and Ergonomics" manual. Unpacking and checking the delivery We recommend that you retain the original packaging material, as it may be required for transportation at a later date.
Preparation for use and operation Setting up the PC Setting up the PC When installing your PC, give consideration to the recommendations on video workstation ergonomics in the "Safety and Ergonomics" manual. Do not expose the PC to extreme environmental conditions (see "Technical data" chapter) and protect it from dust, humidity and heat.
Setting up the PC Preparation for use and operation Changing operating position to vertical or horizontal Aligning the logo (if desired): Ê Open the casing (see "Opening the casing"). Ê Release the locking lugs on the front cover. Ê Remove the front panel by lifting it upwards. Ê...
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Preparation for use and operation Setting up the PC Ê Set up the PC on end so that the ON/OFF switch is located at the bottom. Ê Fit the base plate with the stand-up feet on the accessible narrow side of the cover. Please note: Thread the rubber feed on the surface of the cover into the guide rails of the stand-up feet.
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Setting up the PC Preparation for use and operation Ê Turn over the PC and set it up so that the ON/OFF switch is located at the top. Never operate the PC in the vertical operation position without the base plate (fire protection).
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Preparation for use and operation Setting up the PC Changing operating position to horizontal: Ê Turn over the PC and set it up so that the ON/OFF switch is located at the bottom. Ê Pull off the base plate with the stand-up feet upward. Ê...
Connecting devices Preparation for use and operation Connecting devices The power plug must be disconnected! Do not connect or disconnect cables during a thunderstorm (risk of electric shock). Always take hold of the actual plug. Do not pull the cable which could damage the plug or the socket! Read the documentation on the external device before connecting it.
Preparation for use and operation Connecting keyboard and mouse Ports for external devices The ports for external devices are on the rear and on the front of the casing. The ports available on your device depend on the configuration level you have selected. The standard ports are marked with the symbols shown below (or similar).
Connecting keyboard and mouse Preparation for use and operation Connecting standard keyboard Use the supplied keyboard cable only. Ê Plug the round keyboard cable connector into the port marked with this symbol on the system unit. Ê Plug the other end of the keyboard cable (square plug) into the socket on the underside of the keyboard.
Preparation for use and operation Connecting keyboard and mouse Connecting the monitor to the electricity supply Ê Follow the instructions contained in the monitor manual to prepare the monitor for operation. Ê Plug the data cable of the monitor into the monitor port of the PC. Ê...
Connecting the PC to the mains voltage Preparation for use and operation Connecting the PC to the mains voltage 1 = Notch for inserting the screwdriver Ê Check the voltage setting. The value marked with an arrow must agree with the local mains voltage: 115 = 100 V to 127 V 230 = 200 V to 240 V If the voltage setting is incorrect:...
Preparation for use and operation Locking/Unlocking the PC Locking/Unlocking the PC You can use the lock on the casing to physically lock the system unit. Locking the system unit Ê Turn the key anticlockwise (1). Unlocking the system unit Ê Turn the key clockwise (2).
Switching the PC on and off Preparation for use and operation Switching the PC on and off 1 = Main power switch 0 = PC is switched off 2 = ON/OFF switch I = PC is ready-to-operate 3 = Power-on indicator A26361-K650-Z100-1-7619...
Preparation for use and operation Switching the PC on and off Switching on the PC for the first time If the PC is connected to a network, the network protocol is required as well as the user and server details. Contact your network administrator if you have any questions about these settings.
Switching the PC on and off Preparation for use and operation Switching on the PC Ê Switch the monitor on (see the operating manual for the monitor). Ê Switch the PC on with the main power switch on the back panel. Ê...
Preparation for use and operation Indicators on the PC Indicators on the PC 1 = CD-ROM indicator 5 = Hard disk indicator 2 = SmartCard reader indicator 6 = Message indicator 3 = Floppy disk indicator 4 = Power-on indicator 1 –...
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Indicators on the PC Preparation for use and operation 4 – Power-on indicator • The indicator lights green: The PC is switched on. • The indicator lights up orange or flashes: The PC is ready-to-operate or in energy-saving mode. After being switched on with the power button, the PC switches on or returns to the state it was in before the energy-saving mode.
Preparation for use and operation Working with floppy disks Working with floppy disks Follow the instructions supplied by the vendor of the floppy disks. Never clean the floppy disk drives with cleaning disks. Any attempt would destroy the read/write head in the disk drive within 20 seconds. 1 = Insertion direction 2 = Label area 3 = Write protection switch for a 720 KB or a 1.44 MB floppy disk...
Keyboard Preparation for use and operation Keyboard 1 = Function keys 4 = Cursor keys 2 = Power button (optional) 5 = Numeric keypad (calculator keypad) 3 = Alphanumeric keypad The illustrated keyboard is an example and may differ from the model you use. Important keys and key combinations The following description of keys and key combinations refers to MS Windows.
Preparation for use and operation Settings in BIOS Setup Shift key enables upper-case letters and the upper key symbols to be used. Alt Gr (e.g. German keyboard) Alt Gr produces a character shown on the right-hand side of a key (e.g. the character "\" on the key [ß]).
Property and data protection Preparation for use and operation Property and data protection Your PC enables you to protect your system and personal data against unauthorised access in a number of ways. By combining these options, you can achieve maximum protection for your system. Locking the system unit You can use the lock on the casing to physically lock the system unit (see "Locking/Unlocking the PC").
Property and data protection Cover monitoring (Intrusion Detection) In your SCENIC S 2 a casing switch monitors the removal of the casing top cover. If you use software like DeskView, the opening of the casing (time, duration) will be reported.
Troubleshooting and tips Take note of the safety notes in the "Safety and Ergonomics" manual and in the "Preparation for use and operation" chapter, when you connect or disconnect cables. If a fault occurs, try to correct it as described in the following places: •...
Troubleshooting and tips The screen stays blank If your screen remains blank this may be due to the following: Monitor is switched off Ê Switch your monitor on. Power cable or monitor cable not connected Ê Switch off the monitor and the PC. Ê...
Troubleshooting and tips Wrong monitor has been set under Windows 2000 Ê Restart the PC. Ê If the message Starting Windows appears, press function key [F8]. The Windows 2000 Advanced Options Menu appears. Ê Select Safe Mode or Safe Mode with Network. Ê...
Troubleshooting and tips No mouse pointer displayed on the screen Ê Shut down the operating system properly. Ê Switch the PC off. Ê Check that the mouse cable is properly connected to the system unit. If you use an adapter or extension lead with the mouse cable, check the connections. Ê...
Troubleshooting and tips Forgotten BIOS password If you have forgotten a BIOS password, contact our help desk. Error messages on the screen Error messages and their descriptions are listed in the technical manual for the mainboard or in the "BIOS Setup" manual and in the documentation of the installed software. Restoring the hard disk contents Should you need to restore your hard disk, the instructions are provided on the cover of the "Recovery CD"...
System expansions It may be necessary to update the BIOS when carrying out a system expansion or hardware upgrade. When installing components, make sure that the maximum permissible temperatures of the individual components are not exceeded. The device must be switched off when installing/removing system expansions, it must not be in an energy saving mode.
System expansions Opening the casing Ê Switch the PC off. Please take note of the safety information in the "Important notes" chapter. Remove the plug from the mains outlet so that the system is totally disconnected from the electricity supply! Ê...
System expansions Closing the casing Ê Place the top cover on the casing base (1) so that the distance (a) is approximately 10 mm. Ê Push the top cover in the direction of the arrow (2) until it engages. Ê Lock the casing by pushing the locking slide (3) to the right in the direction of the arrow ("close") past a slight resistance until it engages.
System expansions Installing and removing a board The number, position and arrangement of the board slots on the mainboard can be found in the technical manual for the mainboard. Boards may already be installed when the device is shipped. The retainers of the slot on the mainboard can differ from the one in the model described in the following.
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System expansions Ê Pull the rear slot cover plate out of the slot. Do not dispose of the cover plate. For cooling, protection against fire and in order to comply with EMC regulations, you must refit the cover plate if you remove the board. Ê...
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System expansions Ê Press the board evenly into the slot so that it engages. Make sure that the tip of the metal angle bracket of the board engages on the inside of the casing. Ê Release the retainer. Make sure that the locking lug of the retainer (a) engages in the corresponding guide of the board.
System expansions Removing board with Slotfix Ê Open the casing (see "Opening the casing"). Ê Disconnect the cables connected to the board. Ê Press the tab of the Slotfix clip and hold it down (1). Ê Unhook the locking lug on the tab of the Slotfix clip from the eye in the casing (2). Ê...
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System expansions Ê Press the retainer of the slot on the mainboard in the direction of the arrow (1) until the locking lug (a) is released and hold it down. Ê Pull the board evenly out of the slot (2). Ê...
System expansions Ê Close the casing (see "Closing the casing"). If you have installed or removed a PCI board, please check the relevant PCI slot settings in the BIOS Setup. If necessary, change the settings. Further information is provided in the PCI board documentation.
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System expansions Ê Press the retainer of the slot on the mainboard in the direction of the arrow (1) and hold down. Ê Push the board into the bay (2) up to the slot. Ê Press the board evenly into the slot so that it engages. Make sure that the tip of the metal angle bracket of the board engages on the inside of the casing.
System expansions Removing board with screw Ê Open the casing (see "Opening the casing"). Ê Disconnect the cables connected to the board. Ê Remove the screw (1). Ê Press the retainer of the slot on the mainboard in the direction of the arrow (2) until the locking lug (a) is released and hold it down.
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System expansions Ê Push the rear slot cover plate into the slot (1). Ensure that the point of the cover engages on the outside of the casing. Ê Fasten the rear slot cover plate with the screw (2). Ê Close the casing (see "Closing the casing"). If you have installed or removed a PCI board, please check the relevant PCI slot settings in the BIOS Setup.
System expansions Board for audio/USB front panel Your device can be upgraded with a board for an audio/USB front panel that offers you additional connections on the front of the casing: • an audio output: If this audio output on the front and the one on the back are used simultaneously, then the audio output on the front has priority.
System expansions Installing and removing drives Installing and removing the drive cage Ê Open the casing (see "Opening the casing"). Removing the drive cage Ê Loosen the screws (1). Ê Disconnect the cables between the hard disk drive and the mainboard at the hard disk drive. The drive cage rests on the front cover in a guide with its longitudinal side facing the front cover.
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System expansions Ê Fold up the lever in the direction of the arrow and secure the drive cage with the lever (3). Make sure that the lever grips in the guide on the drive cage so that the drive cage cannot slip off.
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System expansions Installing the drive cage Ê Align the drive cage as shown in the illustration. Ê Insert the drive cage with its longitudinal side facing the front cover in the guide on the front cover. Hold the drive cage at an angle (1). Ê...
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System expansions Ê Remove the drive cage from the lever, hold the drive cage at an angle and fold the lever back into its initial position (1). Ê Lower the drive cage. Ê Secure the drive cage with the screws (2). Ê...
System expansions Changing the floppy disk drive Ê Open the casing (see "Opening the casing"). Ê Remove the drive cage (see "Installing and removing the drive cage"). Ê Turn over the drive cage and place it on a flat surface with the accessible drives facing upward. Ê...
System expansions Ê Install the drive cage (see "Installing and removing the drive cage"). Ê Close the casing (see "Closing the casing"). You may have to check the entry for the drive in the BIOS Setup. Changing the CD-ROM drive Ê...
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System expansions Ê Slide the drive into the drive cage (1). Ê Fasten the drive into place with the screws (2). Ê Install the drive cage (see "Installing and removing the drive cage"). Ê Close the casing (see "Closing the casing"). You may have to check the entry for the drive in the BIOS Setup.
System expansions Replacing a hard disk drive Ê Open the casing (see "Opening the casing"). Ê Disconnect the cables between the hard disk drive and the mainboard at the hard disk drive. Ê Lightly press on the clips in the direction of the arrow (1). Ê...
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System expansions Ê Secure the EasyChange rails on the side of the hard disk by inserting the upper pins of the EasyChange rail in the corresponding holes of the hard disk. Ê Push the hard disk drive into the drive cage until the EasyChange rails engage (3). Ê...
System expansions Extensions to the mainboard Details of how and if you can upgrade the main memory or the processor of your PC are provided in the technical manual for the mainboard. In order to upgrade or replace the processor, you must first remove the ventilation cover.
System expansions Replacing the lithium battery In order to permanently save the system information, a lithium battery is installed to provide the CMOS-memory with a current. A corresponding error message notifies the user when the charge is too low or the battery is empty. The lithium battery must then be replaced. Incorrect replacement of the lithium battery may lead to a risk of explosion.
Technical data Electrical data Regulations complied with: EN 60950 / VDE 0805 UL 1950 CSA 22.2 No.950 Protection class: Rated voltage range: (selectable) 100 V -127 V / 200 V -240 V Frequency: 50 Hz -60 Hz Max. rated current •...
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