Summary of Contents for Fujitsu Siemens Computers Professional Notebook
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Professional Mobile English Operating Manual Professional Notebook...
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Are there ..any technical questions or problems? Please contact: • our Hotline/Help Desk (refer to the enclosed Help Desk List or go to: "http://www.fujitsu-siemens.com/support") • your sales partner • your sales office Additional information is contained in the Help Desk list and the "Warranty" manual. The "Warranty"...
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This manual was produced by Xerox Global Services Published by Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH AG 07/07 Edition 3 Order no.: A26391-K200-Z126-1-7619...
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Professional Notebook Operating Manual Innovative technology... Important notes Preparing the notebook for use Using your notebook Security functions Connecting external devices Energy saving functions Settings in BIOS Setup Troubleshooting and tips Manufacturer’s notes Index...
This manual contains general information and instructions for use with Professional Notebooks from Fujitsu Siemens Computers. Among other things, this operating manual will tell you how to get your notebook ready for use and how to use its different components.
• Cross-references to an external source, e.g. a web address: For more information, go to "www.fujitsu-siemens.com" • indicates names of CDs and DVDs as well as names and titles of other materials, e.g.: "CD/DVD Drivers & Utilities" or "Safety" manual refers to a key on the keyboard, e.g.:...
Important notes Important notes Importantnotes Notes: This chapter contains essential safety information which must be followed when working with your notebook. Other notes also provide useful information which will help you with your notebook. safety information safetyinformation Pay attention to the information provided in the "Safety" manual and in the following safety notes.
To protect the notebook against damaging jolts and bumps, use a notebook carrying case to transport your notebook. Current offers can be found on the Internet under "www.fujitsu-siemens.com/accessories". • Protect the notebook from severe shocks and extreme temperatures (e.g. direct sunlight in a car).
Important notes Cleaning the notebook Cleaning Keyboard: Touchpad: LCDscreen: ► Switch the notebook off. ► Unplug the mains plug of the mains adapter from the mains socket. Do not clean any interior parts yourself; leave this job to a service technician. Only use cleaning products designed for computers.
Preparing the notebook for use Preparing the notebook for use Gettingstarted Please read and observe the relevant notes in "Important notes", Page 3 and in the manual for your radio components. You must charge the battery and install the application programmes before you can work with the notebook.
Preparing the notebook for use Mains adapter connecting Preparingforoperation Mainsadapter: Please read the information in "Selecting the location", Page The power cable supplied conforms to the requirements of the country in which you purchased your notebook. Make sure that the power cable is approved for use in the country in which you intend to use it.
Consult the operating system manual if anything is unclear about the requested input data. You will find further information on the system, drivers, utilities, updates, manuals, etc. on the "Drivers & Utilities" CD/DVD and on the Internet under: "http://www.fujitsu-siemens.com/support". A26391-K200-Z126-1-7619, edition 3...
Using your notebook Using your notebook Operation,notebook This chapter describes the basics for operating your notebook. Please refer to "Connecting external devices", Page 38 for instructions on how to connect external devices such as a mouse and a printer to the notebook. Please refer to the notes in the chapter "Important notes", Page An overview of the device can be found in the EasyGuide.
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Using your notebook Backspace key The Backspace key deletes the character to the left of the cursor. Backspace Backspace Tab key The Tab key moves the cursor to the next tab stop. Tabkey Enter key (return) The Enter key terminates a command line. The command you have entered is executed when you press this key.
Using your notebook Start button (Windows Vista) The Start key opens the Windows Start menu. Startkey Menu key The Menu key invokes the menu for the marked item. Menukey Virtual numeric keypad Numericalkeypad,seevirtualnumber pad Virtualnumerickeypad Indicator:Num Lock The keyboard of your notebook does not have a separate number block. To provide the convenience of a numeric keypad, your keyboard is equipped with a virtual numeric keypad.
Using your notebook TouchStick, Touchpad, TouchStick and Touchpad buttons (optional) Scrollkey TouchStick Buttons: Buttons: Touchpadbuttons TouchStickbuttons Touchpad Depending on your particular model, your notebook may be equipped with a TouchStick (1) and a Touchpad (2) for the mouse controls. Instead of mouse keys, your notebook has TouchStick buttons (3) and Touchpad buttons (4).
Using your notebook Using Touchpad buttons Moving the pointer Touchpad: TouchStick: ► Move your finger on the Touchpad. ► Press down gently with your finger on the TouchStick. If you want to move the pointer to the left for example, press down gently on the left side of the TouchStick. The pointer will move accordingly.
Notes: High-quality TFT displays with especially bright background lighting are installed in notebooks from Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH. For technical reasons, TFT monitors are manufactured for a specific resolution. An optimal, clear picture can only be ensured in the resolution intended for the particular TFT monitor. A monitor resolution which differs from the specification can result in an unclear picture.
Using your notebook Background lighting TFT monitors are operated with background lighting. The luminosity of the background lighting can decrease during the period of use of the notebook. However, you can set the brightness of your monitor individually. Screen settings LCDscreen Screensettings Adjusting the resolution (under Windows XP)
Charging, caring for and maintaining the battery Battery: Battery: Only use batteries approved by Fujitsu Siemens Computers for your notebook. Take care not to drop batteries or otherwise damage their casing (fire risk). If rechargeable batteries develop a fault please stop using them immediately.
Using your notebook Battery storing Self-discharge,battery Battery: Chargingcapacity,battery Battery: Keep the battery pack between 0 °C and +30 °C (32 and 122 degrees Fahrenheit). The lower the temperature at which the batteries are stored, the lower the rate of self-discharge. If you store rechargeable batteries for a longer period (longer than two months), the battery charge level should be approx.
Using your notebook Removing a module Module: Drive: Secondbattery: Weightsaver: ► Place the notebook on a flat surface. Use the corresponding icon in the task bar to stop the module: ► Left-click on the icon. ► Select the module you want to stop and remove. ►...
Using your notebook Installing module ► Place the module into the module bay so that the contacts enter first. ► Push the module into the module bay until you feel it locking into place. A26391-K200-Z126-1-7619, edition 3...
Using your notebook Optical drive Opticaldrive You can replace your optical drive with another module (e.g. drive or battery) (see "Module", Page 17). This product contains a light emitting diode, classified in accordance with IEC 8251:1993: LASER CLASS 1, and must therefore not be opened. Handling CD/DVDs CD/DVD: Observe the following guidelines when handling CD/DVDs:...
Using your notebook Inserting or removing a CD/DVD CD/DVD: CD/DVD: The notebook must be switched on. ► Push the insert/eject button (1). The drive tray will open. ► Gently pull the drive tray (2) completely out. ► Place the CD/DVD in the drive tray with the label facing upwards.
Using your notebook Memory cards Slot: SecureDigital Memorycard: Depending on the particular model, your notebook may be equipped with a memory card slot. The memory card slot permits the operation of a "Secure Digital" (SD) memory card. Memorycard: Please read the documentation supplied with the memory card for any special instructions. Memory card inserting Memorycard: ►...
Using your notebook PC cards and ExpressCards PCcard ExpressCard CardBus,seePCcard PCMCIA,seePCcard PC-card,seePCcard An ExpressCard slot enables operation of an ExpressCard/34 or ExpressCard/54. A PC card slot enables the notebook to operate one type I or type II PC card. Please read the documentation on the PC card and/or on the ExpressCard and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Using your notebook Inserting a card PCcard ExpressCard Devices with an eject button ► If the eject button is lowered, you must first cause the eject button to release from the notebook casing. To do this, press the eject button until it pops out. Press the eject button (1) to make the placeholder for the card protrude from the notebook’s case.
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Using your notebook Devices without an eject button ► Press the edge of the placeholder (1) to make the card placeholder protrude from the notebook’s case. ► Pull the card placeholder out of the slot (2). ► Insert the card into the slot guide with the connection contacts first.
Using your notebook Removing the card PCcard ExpressCard You can stop the ExpressCard, using the corresponding symbol in the task bar: ► Left-click on the icon. ► Select the card you want to stop and remove. ► Press the Enter key. Wait for the dialogue box which tells you that it is now safe to remove the card.
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Using your notebook Devices without an eject button ► Press the edge of the card (1) so that the card protrudes a little from the notebook. ► Pull the card out of the slot (2). ► Insert the card placeholder into the slot guide.
Using your notebook Integrated 56k modem 56k modem Modem The integrated 56k modem supports all data communication applications, such as: • Modem operation: High-speed downloads at up to 56,000 bit/s (V.9x). Downward-compatible to V.34 modems. • Fax operation: Transmitting and receiving at up to 14,400 bit/s •...
Using your notebook Connecting the notebook to a LAN LAN: ► Connect the LAN cable to the notebook’s LAN port (1). ► Connect the LAN cable to your device (2). A26391-K200-Z126-1-7619, edition 3...
If you lose both the user and the admin passwords you will need to contact the help desk. The telephone numbers can be found on the supplied helpdesk list or at "www.fujitsu-siemens.com/support/". Passwords are not covered by your warranty and a charge will be made for assistance.
Security functions Using Kensington Lock KensingtonLock Anti-theftprotection KensingtonLock: The notebook has a Kensington Lock device for the Kensington MicroSaver. With the Kensington MicroSaver, a sturdy steel cable, you can protect your notebook and Port Replicator from theft. The Kensington MicroSaver is available as an accessory. ►...
Security functions Configuring password protection in BIOS Setup BIOS Setup: Before using the various options for password protection in the BIOS Setup to increase data security, please note the following hints: • Please make sure that you always remember your passwords, as you will not be able to access your BIOS Setup and/or your system any longer if you forget the user password and the supervisor password.
Security functions Changing the supervisor or user password ► Call up the BIOS Setup again and select the Security menu. When changing the password, proceed exactly as for password assignment. You can only change the supervisor password when you have logged into the BIOS Setup with the supervisor password.
Security functions Password protection for the hard disk Passwordprotection: The had disk password prevents unauthorised access to the hard disk drives and is checked internally each time the system is booted. The condition for this is that you have assigned at least the supervisor password. Activating hard disk protection ►...
Security functions SmartCard reader (optional) Securityfunctions, Securityfunctions, SmartCards are not supplied as standard equipment. You can use all SmartCards that comply with the ISO standard 7816-1, -2 or -3. These SmartCards are available from various manufacturers. With the appropriate software you can use your SmartCard as an alternative to password protection, but also as a digital signature, for encrypting your e-mails or for home banking.
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SmartCard as system protection (SystemLock) With SystemLock, the notebook can only be started with an initialized SmartCard (SICRYPT, CardOS or Fujitsu) and personal identification (PIN). SmartCard and PIN are already checked during system booting in the BIOS Setup, i.e. before the operating system is booted.
Security functions Trusted Platform Module (optional) This module only has to be installed with Windows XP. TPM is already integrated with Windows Vista. Trusted Platform Module To use the TPM, you must activate the TPM in the BIOS Setup before the software is installed.
Connecting external devices Connecting external devices Peripherals,see Devices Devices: Externaldevices,connecting Under all circumstances, please observe the safety notes provided in "Important notes", Page 3 chapter. Read the documentation on the external device before connecting it. Do not connect or disconnect cables during a thunderstorm. Do not pull on the cable when disconnecting a cable.
Connecting external devices Connecting an external monitor Externalmonitor: You can connect an external monitor to the notebook’s VGA port. Information about the resolutions supported by the graphics card of your notebook can be found under "Technical Data" in the EasyGuide. You can use a key combination to switch back and forth between the external monitor and the notebook?s LCD screen.
Connecting external devices Connecting USB devices (printer, mouse, keyboard, etc.) USBdevices: On the USB ports you can connect external devices that also have a USB interface (e.g. a printer, a mouse, a keyboard or a scanner). USB devices are hot-pluggable. This means you can connect and disconnect devices while your operating system is running.
Connecting external devices Connecting an external device to S-Video Out Televisionset: Projector: You can connect a TV set or a projector to the notebook. ► Switch off the notebook and the external device. ► Connect the external device to the S-Video Out socket of your notebook. ►...
Energy saving functions Energy saving functions Energysaving functions: The notebook uses less energy when the available energy saving functions are used. You will then be able to work for longer before having to recharge the battery. Windows XP: You can set the power-management features for your notebook under Start - (Settings) - Control Panel - Power Options.
Energy saving functions E Button EButton Depending on the model, your notebook may be equipped with the E button. The enclosed software allows you to set up various energy saving functions (e.g. decreasing screen brightness). These energy saving functions can be easily activated with the E key. A26391-K200-Z126-1-7619, edition 3...
Energy saving functions Standby mode Standby mode ON/OFF button ► Press the ON/OFF button to switch the Standby mode on and off. Windows XP: You can configure the ON/OFF button under Start –(Settings) - Control Panel - Performance and Maintenance - Power Options - Advanced. Windows Vista: You can configure the ON/OFF switch under Start symbol - (Settings) - Control Panel - Mobile PC - Power Options - Advanced.
Settings in BIOS Setup Settings in BIOS Setup Settings System settings Configuration BIOS Setup: Setup,seeBIOSsetup System configuration Hardwareconfiguration In BIOS Setup you can set the system functions and the hardware configuration of the notebook. The settings can only be changed via the keyboard. When it is delivered, the notebook is set to factory default settings.
Settings in BIOS Setup Exiting the BIOS Setup BIOS Setup: To exit BIOS Setup, select the Exit menu from the menu bar. You can then decide which settings you want to save. To do this, the Exit menu offers the following options. You must mark the required option and activate it with the Enter key.
Troubleshooting and tips Troubleshooting and tips Faults,rectifying Troubleshooting Tips Error: Refer to the safety information in the "Safety" manual, when connecting or disconnecting cables. If a fault occurs, try to correct it as described. If you fail to correct the problem, proceed as follows: ►...
Troubleshooting and tips No display appears on the screen, the power-on indicator flashes Monitor: Power-onindicator: Cause Troubleshooting The screen power-management feature may ► Press any key to activate the display be active. The notebook is in Standby or Suspend mode. ►...
Troubleshooting and tips The LCD screen is difficult to read LCDscreen Display Display,difficulttoread LCDscreenistoodark LCDscreen,toobright Troubleshooting Cause Reflected glare ► Turn the notebook or alter the tilt of the LCD screen. Brightness control is set to dark. ► Set the brightness control of the LCD screen to bright.
Troubleshooting and tips The external monitor is blank or the image is unstable Externalmonitor: Externalmonitor: Troubleshooting Cause The wrong external monitor has been selected Windows XP: or the wrong screen resolution has been set for ► Terminate the application program in the application programme.
Troubleshooting and tips Battery indicator no longer appears in status indicator panel Battery: Troubleshooting Cause No battery installed or no contact between ► Check whether the battery is installed notebook and battery. correctly in its compartment. ► Charge the battery. ►...
Troubleshooting and tips The notebook cannot be started Notebook: Troubleshooting Cause The battery is not installed correctly. ► Switch the notebook off. ► Check whether the battery is installed correctly in its compartment. ► Switch the notebook on. The battery is flat. ►...
Troubleshooting and tips The ON/OFF button does not respond properly ON/OFF button: Troubleshooting Cause The system may be processing. ► Wait until the system has completed processing. You have not pressed the ON/OFF button long ► Press the ON/OFF button until the notebook enough to switch off the notebook.
Troubleshooting and tips The printer does not print Printer: Troubleshooting Cause ► Make sure that the printer is switched on Printer not ready-for-use and is online (see the manuals supplied with the printer). Data line between notebook and printer ► Check that the cable connecting the interrupted notebook and the printer is connected properly.
Troubleshooting and tips No sound or audio signal to the internal or external loudspeakers Loudspeaker: Cause Troubleshooting Volume set incorrectly Windows XP: ► Make sure that the sound driver is correctly installed under Control Panel - System - Hardware - Device Manager. ►...
Troubleshooting and tips The CD/DVD does not work – no sound during CD/DVD playback CD/DVD: Cause Troubleshooting CD inserted incorrectly ► Check whether the CD/DVD has been properly inserted into the drive. CD faulty or not standard ► Check whether the CD/DVD is scratched, warped, dirty or damp.
Troubleshooting and tips Error messages on the screen Error messages onthescreen Error message: This section describes the error messages generated by the BIOS Setup. Error messages displayed by the operating system or programmes are described in the relevant documentation. If the error message appears repeatedly, despite troubleshooting measures, please contact the place of purchase or our customer service centre.
Troubleshooting and tips ► Press the function key when prompted Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration used Due to an error during the previous system to do so. boot, default values were used for certain settings. Check the settings in the BIOS Setup. ►...
Manufacturer’s notes Manufacturer’s notes Manufacturer,notes Disposal and recycling Notes You can find information on this subject on your notebook or on the "Drivers & Utilities" CD/DVD or on our website. Copyright-protected technology Copyright-protectedtechnology This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.
Manufacturer’s notes CE marking CEmarking CE marking for devices without wireless component supplied up to 15.01.2007 The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of EEC directives 89/336/EEC "Electromagnetic compatibility" and 73/23/EEC "Low voltage directive". CE marking for devices without wireless component supplied from 16/01/2007 to 19/07/2007 The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of EEC directives 89/336/EEC "Electromagnetic compatibility"...
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the USA. Although it is not explicitly forbidden to travel the US trading area carrying this device, but to avoid trouble at customs clearance Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH recommends not to bring this device into the US trading area.
Manufacturer’s notes This fax modem also complies with fax branding requirements per FCC Part 68. Your telephone company will probably ask you to disconnect this equipment from the telephone network until the problem is corrected and you are sure that the equipment is not malfunctioning. This equipment may not be used on coin-operated telephones provided by your telephone company.
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Les réparations de l’équipement de télécommunications doivent être effectuées par un service de maintenance agréé au Canada. Toute réparation ou modification, qui n’est pas expressément approuvée par Fujitsu, ou toute défaillance de l’équipement peut entraîner la compagnie de télécommunications à exiger que l’utilisateur déconnecte l’équipement de la ligne téléphonique.
Manufacturer’s notes CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire, use only 26AWG or larger telecommunications line cord. For Authorized Repair Technicians Only CAUTION: For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with the same type and rating fuse. WARNING: Danger of explosion if Lithium (CMOS) battery is incorrectly replaced.
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(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation. Modifications not expressly authorized by Fujitsu Siemens Computers may invalidate the user’s right to operate this equipment. A26391-K200-Z126-1-7619, edition 3...
Index Index 56k modem 28 CE marking 60 Charging capacity, battery 16–17 Cleaning 5 Configuration Acoustic warnings 56 BIOS setup 45 Adjusting the font size 15 Connecting audio devices 40–41 Adjusting the resolution 15 Connecting headphones 40 Alt Gr key 10 Contents of delivery 6 Anti-theft protection 31 Copyright-protected technology 59...
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Index External monitor: remains blank 48 connecting to the notebook 39 settings 15 no screen display 50 LCD screen is too dark 48–49 screen display drifts 50 LCD screen: stays blank 49 adjusting the resolution 15 External screen: cleaning 5 selecting the display 15 decreasing brightness 15 synchronizing the display 15...
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Index Notebook: notebooks without radio device 61 not reacting 52 Return 10 not starting 52 setting up 6 switching on for the first time 8 safety information 3 Notes Screen brightness: disposal / recycling 59 decreasing 15 Notes: increasing 15 important 3 Screen settings 15 LCD screen 14...
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Index Touchpad: cleaning 5 USB devices: does not work 53 connecting 40 dragging the item 13 software 40 moving the pointer 13 USB port 40 scrolling down 13 User password: scrolling up 13 forgotten 56 selecting an item 13 TouchStick 12 TouchStick buttons 12 Video devices, connecting 41 TouchStick:...