Professional Notebook Getting Started AMILO Pro V2030 English
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AMILO Pro V2030 Getting Started August 2005 edition
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Contents Innovative technology ... .................................................................................................................... 1 Notational conventions ......................................................................................................................... 1 Important notes .................................................................................................................................. 2 Declarations of Conformity ...................................
Innovative technology ... and ergonomic design make your AMILO Pro the ideal user-friendly and reliable mobile PC. Your operating system is already pre-installed and optimally configured. That means you're ready to start when you switch on your AMILO Pro for the first time. This "Getting Started" manual tells you how to put your AMILO Pro into operation. If a technical problem should arise, helpful information can be found in the "Troubleshooting and tips" chapter.
Important notes Important notes This chapter contains references to other sources of information. It is essential that you observe the safety information for your notebook. Declarations of Conformity You will find the Declaration of Conformity for this device on the Internet at: www.fujitsu-siemens.com. Hereby, Fujitsu Siemens Computers, declares that the AMILO Pro is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Important notes Safety notes ! It is essential that you observe the following safety information, as well as safety information provided in the "Safety" manual. ● When cleaning the notebook, observe the relevant notes in the "EasyGuide" manual. ● Your notebook is equipped with numerous security functions that offer you a high level of security according to a multi-level concept. Details are contained in the "Safety functions" chapter in the "EasyGuide" manual.
Preparation for use and operation Preparation for use and operation ! Please take note of the safety information in the "Important notes" chapter. This chapter presents the individual hardware components and describes the basics of operating your notebook. Upon delivery, the battery can be found in the battery compartment and is not charged. Before putting the notebook into operation, the battery must be completely charged. The operating system Windows°XP and drivers required are preinstalled.
Preparation for use and operation Notebook views 1 2 3 4 5 6 4 7 1= 2= 3= 4= LCD screen Easy Launch keys and ON/OFF switch Status indicators Loudspeakers 1 1= 2= 3= 2 DC jack (DC IN) Modem port Optical drive A26391-K183-Z100-1-7619, edition 2 5= 6= 7= 3 Keyboard Touchpad Touchpad buttons 4 4= 5= 6= 5 6 USB ports Headphone port Microphone port/Line In 5
Preparation for use and operation 1 1= 2= PC card slot FireWire port 3 3= 1 1= 2= 2 LAN port 2 USB ports Monitor port 3 3= Kensington Lock Selecting a location ! 6 Select a suitable location for the notebook before setting it up. Consider the following points when looking for a location: ● Never place the notebook on a soft surface (e.g. carpeting, upholstered furniture, bed). This can block the air vents and cause overheating and damage.
Preparation for use and operation Connecting the mains adapter ! Please take note of the information in the section "Safety notes". 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. The mains adapter's AC cable should only be connected to a mains socket if the notebook is connected to the mains adapter.
Preparation for use and operation Switching on the notebook for the first time ! When you switch on your notebook for the first time, the supplied software is installed and configured. Due to the fact that this installation must not be interrupted, you should set aside enough time for it to be fully completed and connect the notebook to the mains outlet using the mains adapter.
Preparation for use and operation ► Press the ON/OFF switch The power-on indicator to switch the notebook on. on the notebook is on.
Preparation for use and operation Switching off the notebook ► Shut down the operating system Windows°XP properly in the Start menu via the Turn off Computer function. i If the notebook is not switched off automatically, press the ON/OFF switch for approx. five seconds. 1 ► Close the LCD screen so that it locks into place. Touchpad and touchpad buttons The touchpad enables you to move the mouse pointer on the screen. The touchpad buttons allow the selection and execution of commands.
Preparation for use and operation 1 2 1= Touchpad 2= Touchpad buttons Moving the pointer ► Move your finger on the touchpad. The pointer will move accordingly. Selecting an item ► Move the pointer to the item you wish to select. ► Tap the touchpad once or press the left button once. The item will be selected. Executing a command ► Move the pointer to the field you wish to select. ► Tap the touchpad twice or press the left button twice. The command will be executed.
Preparation for use and operation Battery ! The battery in the notebook is not fully charged at the time of delivery. You must first charge the battery completely with the mains adapter connected to the power socket (see the section "Connecting the mains adapter"). The battery supplies your notebook with the necessary power during mobile use. You can increase battery life by enabling the system's power management features.
Preparation for use and operation Wireless LAN ! The installation of a wireless LAN module not approved by Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH voids the permits (CE!, FCC) issued for this device. A wireless LAN is integrated in your notebook. Switching wireless LAN module on and off ► Press the Easy Launch button The indicator wireless LAN i to switch on or off the wireless LAN module. light, if the wireless LAN modulw is switched on.
Troubleshooting and tips Troubleshooting and tips Take note of the safety notes in the "Safety" manual, when you connect or disconnect cables. ! If a fault occurs, try to correct it as described. If you fail to correct the problem, proceed as follows: ► Make a note of the steps and the circumstances that led to the fault. Also make a note of any error messages displayed. ► Switch the notebook off. ► Please contact the Hotline/Help Desk.
Troubleshooting and tips ► Click on the Desk Update button. ► Select Automatic driver installation (Express) and click Start installation. ► Follow the instructions on the screen. ► Restart your notebook when the driver installation is completed. The notebook's date or time is incorrect ► Double-click on the clock in the task bar and adjust the time. or ► Set the time and/or date in the BIOS Setup menu Main.
Troubleshooting and tips Screen output is set to the notebook’s LCD screen ► Press the key combination Fn + F3 (selecting internal/external display). The external monitor's power cable or data cable is not connected properly ► Switch off the external monitor and the notebook. ► Check whether the power cable is plugged properly into the external monitor and into the power socket.
Troubleshooting and tips The mains adapter is not connected correctly. ► Switch the notebook off. ► Check whether the mains adapter is connected correctly to the notebook. ► Check whether the power cable is plugged properly into the mains adapter and into the mains outlet. ► Switch the notebook on. Operating system files may be damaged or missing. ► Boot the notebook via the optical drive using the "Windows XP Recovery CD".
Troubleshooting and tips The printer does not print ► Make sure that the printer is switched on and is on-line (see the manuals supplied with the printer). ► Check that the cable connecting the notebook and the printer is connected properly. ► Check whether the correct printer driver is loaded (see printer documentation). Acoustic warnings A beep sounds every few seconds. The battery is almost flat. ► Charge the battery.
Troubleshooting and tips Keyboard controller error ► Switch the notebook off with the ON/OFF switch. ► Wait 3 - 5 seconds and switch on the notebook again. If the error message appears repeatedly, please contact the place of purchase or our hotline/help desk. Keyboard error If you use an external keyboard: ► Check the connection and reboot the notebook. If the error message appears repeatedly, please contact the place of purchase or our hotline/help desk.
