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1. 15 Views AC power indicator 14 Audio Out 15 Battery charge indicator 14 Battery power indicator 14 Device indicator 16 Device indicators 14 Display catch 15 IEEE 1394 aia ia Rex 15 Kensington lock 16 LAN port RJ 45 15 Leftside rne 15 Microphone In 15 Modem port RJ 11 15 Monitor external 15 Optical drive 15 PC card slot PCMCIA 15 Power ON OFF button 14 Stereo speaker set 14 TFT Display 14 USB DOFt iet od ence heus 15 Video out s video 15 W Warranty sse 91 Windows XP Control Panel 22 Help exert ema 22 59 Help and Support 59 Interactive Training 60 TO a 59 Windows Desktop 21 Windows Update ssss0 70 Wireless LAN 52 Working in Comfort 6
2. uses mi teer ix x x mer Pee OX SU V Fed 4 Set Up Location Edere ERAN 4 Ambient Temperature c occcccccnnonononcconnconancnnana nar emen 5 Working in Comfort 6 eu Lu EEN 7 Power SUDDIY iuris A adios 7 EC e EE 8 Information about the regulatory compliance according to R amp T TE surta da 9 Modemni ita ld a 9 TOUCH Pad Mee a Dia 9 Battery Operation cec een dans 10 Views amp Handling esee eene nnn nnne nnn 11 Included with Your Notebook NN 13 VIGWS ares RE RRRRR A Aa 14 Open Notebook NNN 14 Front VIS rm 15 n Ee EE 15 le ue E 15 Rear dei rre 16 Device Indicatore NENNEN 16 Getting Started iaa aos 18 HOW tO Tati a e 18 SEP se Ee ELE ee E t d as 18 Step 25 racc erecti dE d CC Go RR RACER n EEN 20 Il E EE 20 Short description of the Windows Desktop 21 Main COMpoONeNES cccccnconconconcnncnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nn 23 POWEESUPD Y A ede es 25 On Off Button 25 Power Adapter NENNEN nean nennen nn 26 Battery OperatlOT ecd xen RR EXE REN FERE 27 Inserting the Batter 28 Removing the Batter 28 Charging the Batter 29 Discharging the battery ssseeseeseeeseeees 29 Battery Performance 30 Power Management EE 31 Standby Mod eragoen gier Age ANER NEES ee dE 31 Suspend hibernate Mode 31 EI e 32 Opening and Closing the Display 32 Replace the clip on cover 33 Screen Resolution EEN 34 Connecting an External Monitor 35 Cornnectingia Mis a UR aad 3
3. Recycling and Disposal This notebook and its packaging was produced mostly from mate rials which can be disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner and be professionally recycled After its use the computer will be taken back and recycled or use will be made of its useful material if it is returned in a condition corresponding to its intended use Parts not usable will be properly disposed of Warning There is a lithium battery on the motherboard No type of battery belongs in the household waste All are taken back free of charge by the manufacturer dealer or their representatives for a proper method of utilisa tion or disposal Should you have any questions concerning the disposal please contact your dealer or our service Batteries and Proper Treatment 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 Warning There is a lithium battery on the motherboard Lithium batteries are hazardous waste and need to be dis posed of properly If necessary we will take back your used CMOS lithium battery e KEEP CHILDREN AWAY from batteries If by any chance the batteries are swallowed consult a doc tor immediately e DO NOT CHARGE batteries except rechargeable batteries e DO NOT FORCIBLY DISCHARGE batteries DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT batteries DO
4. oocococcoccccncnnnnannconnonnans 87 ISO 13406 2 ClaSS ET 87 FCC Compliance Gtatement sese 90 INIA Y eek laren E KEEN ERR Ure Vet REN oM A 91 Liability Imttations NN 92 Copying this manual 92 O p LE 93 PR Device mm At the end of its life the appliance must not be disposed of in household rubbish Enquire about the options for environmentally friendly disposal Batteries X Do not dispose of used batteries in the household rubbish They must be deposited at a collection point for used batteries Chapter 1 Safety and Maintenance oO Subject Page ed 2 Data Security caia 4 Set Up Location 4 Ambient Temperature 5 Working in Comfort uo cte E Es 6 z COB eCcHn cada ias 5 2 Information about the regulatory compliance amp according toR TTE 9 E le Le En WEE 9 Touch le DEE 9 Battery Operation 10 D oO T Appendix Safety Instructions Please follow the instructions in this section for the safe operation of your notebook Do not allow small children to play unattended with electri cal 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 CD ROM CDRW DVD drives are Laser Class 1 devices These lasers must remain in their sealed casing DO NOT remove the drive covers as exposure to the lasers may be harmful Do not insert o
5. If the external audio links have a dual function then your note book is equipped with a surround sound system The bundled software allows you to make the necessary settings 1 Click the following symbol in the taskbar The help program for the audio configuration is now invoked A large number of settings can be carried out with this It is also used to set the loudspeaker configuration you are going to use for the surround sound Click the Audio I O tab to set the system for your needs Modem The built in modem is able to receive data according to the ITU standard for V 90 transmissions with up 56 Kbit s Since the power output of modems is restricted due to the regulations of some telecommunication providers the possible maximum download speed can be restricted The actual speed may be de pendent on the online conditions and other factors Data sent from the user to the server are transmitted with 31 2 Kbit s Prerequisite for this high speed reception is an analogue telephone line compatible with the V 90 standard and a corre sponding compatible Internet provider or company owned host computer The modem is fitted with an RJ 11 interface into which a stan dard telephone lead can be plugged Warning Use only with an analogue telephone line The modem cannot withstand the voltage levels of digital telephone systems such PBX or lines such as ISDN or Broadband services see safety instructions on pa
6. OK 4 Follow the instruction given by the program Software Uninstallation In order to remove installed software from your PC follow the next steps L Cl on Control Panel 2 Click on Y SS 3 Then select the following program Software 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 72 Then you do not need to uninstall the driver Windows Activation Microsoft is committed to the protection of intellectual property rights and the reduction of software piracy Therefore Windows XP contains software based product activation technology Your copy of Windows XP has already been activated for your PC Product activation is needed if some components of your PC have been replaced or you use a non authorized BIOS If necessary you can activate Windows XP as often as requested You will probably need to activate Windows XP by telephone even if Internet Activation is available This is due to the pre activated SLP version which runs with a special Product ID However acti vation needs your unique Product ID which can be found on the Certificate of Authenticity sticker on your PC housing When you call please inform your agent that you are running an OEM SLP version of the software Safety Handlin
7. 3 ge e Convo Panel Dr Wen comectons 0 ky wate Vg Preters and Faxes S O onion a zo E SA S about your PC O 00 868 o e a E 1 Start Button r Clicking the Start button brings up a menu where you can access help software programs files and settings For more informa tion click Windows XP Tour on the Start menu 2 Program Bar The most commonly used software programs are listed here 3 All Programs ZS All of the software programs installed on your notebook are ordi narily listed here Click All Programs to reveal an extensive m menu E pa 4 Turn Off Computer Click this button to shut down Windows XP and the notebook 5 Task Bar Here you receive information and status reports about Windows XP and which programs are running 6 Desktop Icons Desktop icons link to their respective programs To start a pro gram 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 appearance and functionality of Windows XP These icons represent options for configuring your notebook 9 Windows XP Help Here you can find information on using your notebook network ing backup and many other tasks gt oO 4 Uu Chapter 3 Main Components 3 Subject Page E I Power Supply EE 25 Display gt ii aaa 32 Data entry eccle Ed eee 38 Hard Drive ii 40 2 Optical D
8. NOT HEAT or DISPOSE OFF IN FIRE DO NOT DISASSEMBLE or DEFORM batteries Your hands and fingers may be injured or the liquid of the battery may get into your eyes or adhere to your skin If this happens rinse with a large quantity of water immedi ately and consult a doctor DO NOT expose batteries to strong impact by dropping or throwing the batteries DO NOT reverse the positive and negative termi nals to avoid short circuit Do NOT MIX used and new or different types of batteries together Your equipment may not operate properly In addition the battery exhausted first may be excessively drained over discharged REMOVE PROMPTLY the used batteries from the device REPLACE ALL BATTERIES with new batteries of the same type at the same time INSULATE THE TERMINAL parts with tape or the like at the storage or disposal of the batteries DO NOT throw rundown batteries in the domestic refuses Respect the environment and throw them in the specific containers for separate collection If necessary turn to your reseller or to our service assistance Thank you Safety Handling WwW c oO c e E e O Appendix E m Upgrades and Repairs 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 Centre if you are experiencing technical problems wit
9. at all and contact customer service e if the power cord or the connectors attached to it are burnt or damaged Replace the defective power cord with an original power cord Under no circumstances may a defec tive power cord be repaired e if the housing of the PC is damaged or fluids have leaked into it Have the PC checked by customer service first because the PC may not be safely operated otherwise and there may be a life threatening risk of electrocution Data Security e Every time you update your data make back up copies on an external storage medium The supplier does not assume liability for data loss or damage to data storage units and no claims can be accepted for damages resulting from the loss of data or consequential losses Set Up Location e Keep your notebook and all connected peripherals away from moisture dust heat and direct sunlight Failure to do so can lead to Notebook malfunction or damage e It is highly recommended you do not use the notebook outdoors e Operate the notebook and all peripherals on a stable bal anced and vibration free surface e 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 In the first hours of operation new devices may emit a typi cal unavoidable but completely harmless smell which will dec
10. manufacturers We therefore adhere to the clear and strict requirements of ISO 13406 2 class II for the warranty handling of all TFT display products These requirements are summarized below Within ISO standard 13406 2 the general requirements regarding pixel defects are defined Pixel defects are classified into three failure types and four failure classes Each individual pixel is made up of three sub pixels in the primary colours red green blue Components Handling Safety Help 2 U o a a lt Pixelstructure 5 Pixel Sub Pixel E OR UE MA UD TN BOR ROG ROR BOR Rows zT ns Pixel Red 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 E g constantly lit with half the brightness one colour is not shining blinking or flickering but not belonging to Type 1 or 2 Pixel Failures In addition A cluster of type 3 2 or more defective sub pixels in an array of 5 x 5 pixel A cluster is an array of 5 x 5 pixel 15 x 5 sub pixel ISO 13406 2 Class II Resolution Typei Type2 Type 3 Cluster Cluster Type 1 Type 3 Type 2 1024 x 768 2 2 4 0 2 1280 x 854 3 3 6 0 3 1280 x 1024 3 3 7 0 3 14
11. ourselves This limited guarantee declara tion replaces all other guarantees of express or implied nature This includes the guarantee of saleability or the suitability for a certain purpose but is not limited to this In some countries the exclusion of implied guarantees is not permissible upon principle In this case the validity of all express and implied guarantees is limited to the guarantee period Once this period has expired all guarantees become invalid In some countries limiting the period of validity for implied guarantees is not permitted so that the above limitation does not come into force If you have any ques tions with regard to these guarantee conditions please contact us Components Handling Safety Help 2 y o a a lt Liability 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 1 Claims made against you by third parties based on loss or damage 2 Loss or damage to your blanks recordings or data 3 Economic follow on damage including lost profit or savings or associated damage even in the case that we have been informed of the possibilities of this type of damage In some countries the exclusion or limit
12. steadily the wireless LAN function is enabled optional feature Access LED Card Reader Feature not available Safety WwW c D c o a E e O Help Appendix KA N 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 How to start Step 1 e Insert the battery before bringing the notebook into opera tion by sliding the battery pack into the compartment e Connect the power adapter e Open the display by pushing the lock 10 to the right with your thumb and then opening the display to the required position with your thumb and index fingers e Switch the notebook on by operating the On Off Switch 9 The notebook starts and now goes through a number of phases Safety Note Make sure there is no bootable CD e g the Recovery CD in the CD ROM drive Such disks will prevent the operating system from loading off the hard drive WwW c D c o a E e O The operating system is loaded from the hard disk During the initial set up the loading process takes slightly longer than nor mal to register the operating system and the individual compo nents completely Your operating system is finished loading when a welcome screen is shown on your display Help Appendix pa Ke Step 2 Fo
13. the system control above all alarms and power functions Safety Handling Uu dd 9 O a 9 is Help Appendix N w Battery Performance The particular operating duration will vary according to the setting of the energy saving functions You can adjust these to your re quirements under Energy Options in System Control Apart from this your notebook will require a higher power demand when carrying out certain tasks such as playing back a DVD Checking the Battery Level In order to check the current level of the battery move the cursor over the power symbol in the taskbar The symbol of a battery is displayed during battery operation O You will receive additional information about settings if you double click on this symbol Note If you ignore the warning signal when the battery level is low your notebook goes into suspend 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 Power Management Your notebook offers automatic and modifiable power saving func tions that you can use to maximize battery life and reduce overall operating costs The power saving modes are known as standby mode and suspend hibernate mode Standby Mode When in standby mode the contents of the RAM of your notebook are preserved while practically all other components of your note book a
14. 00 x 1050 3 3 8 0 3 Example A 17 SXGA display consists of 1280 horizontal and 1024 verti cal picture dots pixel which amounts to a total of 1 31 million pixels Based on one million pixels this translates into a factor of about 1 31 Class II type failure consequently allows for three defects each of type 1 and type 2 and 7 defects of type 3 and 3 cluster of type 3 These cases are normally not covered by warranty If the number of failures exceeds the figures of any category mentioned above then this may be covered by the warranty Components Handling Safety Help 2 y o a a lt FCC Compliance Statement 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 However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful in terference to radio or television reception which can be deter mined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encour aged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the fol lowing measures e
15. 7 Data Entry A A a a A 38 The Keyboard cuore ENN m m ENNEN 38 Notebook Specific Key Combinations 38 Touch Pad iip it ii 39 The Hard drive ENNEN NENNEN A0 Important DirectOrieS cccceceeeesee ences tenses eeeeeennete eae 41 The Optical Drive cirio sica 42 Eoading a DISC Aditi Ra Ee RO e a 42 Emergency Ejection of a Blocked Disc 44 Playing Back and Retrieving Data from Discs 44 Regional Playback Information for DVD 45 Subjects Concerning the CD DVD Rewriter 46 Recordable Rewriteable DISCS ssssssrerssrrrrrrrrrrrrrrens 46 The Sound Card oc t a ea 47 External Audio Ports EN 47 MOOG em 49 Modem Por imita rd 50 ThE NetWork oia dar 51 What is a network NN 51 Fast Ethernet Network cccccecceeseeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeeeneenas 51 Wireless LAN NENNEN 52 The PG Card Slot eec a aa SEENEN ENN 54 Installing a PC Cardi cin tt dd 54 Removing a PC Card 55 Universal Serial Bus USB Port 56 IEEE 1394 Fire WIFe uns cena ace end ber c a ob nnd 57 Application Options for IEEE1394 eene 57 Technical Gpechfications EN 57 Securing the Notebook 58 Startup Password e aa EA A anar EEA 58 Using a Safety lock irisi raii ia dis 58 SON a ue OE 59 Getting to Know Windows NP 59 Windows XP E EE 59 Windows XP Help and Support 59 Microsoft Interactive Training 60 Installation of So
16. Data Entry The Keyboard 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 Notebook Specific Key Combinations Esc F1 F2 F3 Tre ES alt JE v L RW 7 m Jl F10 x a F12 Pause PrtSc ins IT Del T 2A Break SysRq Numi Scrik f M e Me Wf Backspace IT 1 2 3 E OM P ES e lt 4 ES Q w E U Se siO e Poup P i Caps Lock A s D J vip L 3 Enter j PgOn T PS n f e E Shift x c vw y E J Shift End eJ Ctri ZS an y AltGr AE t OD est REENEN Combination Description g Switches the wireless LAN on and off E Note e This function works only if an optional Mini PCI wireless LAN card is installed e The FAA Federal Aviation Agency has deemed it unsafe to operate wireless de vices in aircraft as this may interfere with flight safety Remember to turn off wire less LAN when using your computer in the airplane F3 k Decreases the volume kJ Increases the volume Combination Description gt g Toggles the display screen between internal E monitor external monitor and simultaneous Ww display F6 T v Reduces screen brightness F7 Fn ax Enhances screen brightness F10 m Switches the loud
17. EIVG escis cites rs fro priori 42 2 Subjects Concerning the CD DVD Rewriter 46 Sound Card ii riter x ex e xn 47 E MOT Mei rr cire er an s aed 49 Network i22 ERE e TREE E E 51 E e Ree 52 Universal Serial Bus USB Port 56 IEEE 1394 FireWire eene 57 a Securing the Notebook ssssesseeseel 58 E len UE 59 Appendix Power Supply Safety On Off Button Power on or off your notebook by pressing the on off button 9 briefly o Handling Uu dd 9 O a 9 is The operational indicator 1 gt 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 Warning Help Do not switch off your notebook while the hard disk or the optical drive is running and the corresponding media activity LEDs are lit Otherwise data may be lost To protect the hard disk you should always wait for 20 seconds after powering down the notebook be fore powering it up again Appendix N ul Power Adapter 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 5 The power adapter is connected via a power cord to an AC outlet The DC power lead from the power adapt
18. Notes on This Manual 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 operating system or 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 M 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 We listed further useful sources of information starting on page 58 Audience These instructions are intended for both the novice and advanced user Regardless of the po
19. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and re ceiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to oper ate the equipment Shielded interface cables if any must be used in order to comply with the emission limits 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 conditions 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 If you hand in this equipment to make use of the guaran tee you must remove all programs data and removable storage media Products which are sent without accessories will be re placed without accessories The warranty obligation does not ap ply in the case of the problem being caused by an accident a ca tastrophe vandalism misuse incorrect use ignoring the safety and maintenance regulations changes by software viruses or another piece of equipment or accessories or by other modifica tions not approved by
20. a repair of an incorrect installation Correction Windows includes various functions ensuring that the PC as well as the installed applications and devices work correctly These functions assist you in solving the problems which might occur by adding deleting or replacing files required for the func tionality of the operating system the applications and devices The recovery function or functions you use depend on the type of occurring problem or error For detailed information refer to the Windows help 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 Last configuration known to function Protected Mode and system recreation Recreation console Windows installation disk System Restore powered by Symantec symantec If your system is not functioning properly and Windows XP Sys tem Restore did not solve the problem then you should use the Application Support Disc to restore your system This recovery mode provides several options Safety Handling LU c D c o a E o O Appendix N LA Limits of the Recovery Changes made to the original configuration RAS Desktop or Internet settings and installed Software will be ignored by this Recovery and will not be reloaded Driver Updates or hardware installed by y
21. atches 10 keep the display closed when the notebook is not in use To open use your thumbs to push the bar to the right 0 then lift ei the display with your thumbs and index finger and position it as desired Warning The display should not be opened fully to 120 Do not try to forcibly open it The opening and closing of the display can be assigned various functions via the Power management feature Replace the clip on cover Safety Note Before you start to replace install the clip on cover make sure the notebook computer is not turned on or connected to AC power Note All pictures are symbolic and may vary compared to your notebook Handling 1 Place the notebook computer on its upright position 2 Open the top cover by sliding the cover latch toward the right and lifting up the cover 3 Remove the rubber cover on both sides to reveal the screws underneath v de E d E O a E 0 4 Remove the screws on both sides Help 5 Slide off the clip on cover Appendix LA LA 6 Replace the clip on cover with a new one by aligning the five notched hole 7 Replace the screws on both sides to secure the clip on cover in place 8 Replace the rubber cover on both sides Screen Resolution 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 Characte
22. ation of accompanying or follow on damage is not legally accepted so that the above limita tions do not come into force Copying this manual This document contains legally protected information All rights reserved Copying in mechanical electronic and any other form without the written approval of the manufacturer is prohibited Index A All Drograms sss 21 Ambient Temperature 5 te ENEE ii Audio Out 15 48 AUEOFBDY tee ga REN iaa 62 B Batteries and Proper Treatment NN 80 Battery operation Battery Power 30 Charging esses 29 Checking the Battery Level 30 Discharging the Battery 29 Removinmg iissa Na 28 Battery Power 30 BIOS Setup Program 64 BIOS Utility Running 64 C Cabling iii 8 Care of Displays 78 CD DVD Rewriter 46 CD blanks een 46 CD ROM iced run Rana EE aaa 42 Charging the Battery 29 Checking the Battery Level 30 Clone Desktop 35 Connectors External Monitor 35 IEEE 1394 se 57 Modem seeseen m 49 PG Card isnt 54 Sound card 47 TM 37 A eat 56 Control panel so 22 Copyright EE ii Correct tae ge de 72 D Data and System Security 69 Data Entry ccseeseeeeeeeeeee eee 38 Data Security 4 69 Directories 2 ex des 41 Dist DIN co
23. attery Ensure through the display or the signalling sound of the notebook that the battery is completely discharged be fore recharging it Replace the battery only with the same type or an equiva lent type recommended by the manufacturer Charge the battery only until the battery charging light goes out Also refer to the instructions under Charging the Battery on page 29 for instructions on checking the bat tery level Only change the battery when the unit is switched off Batteries are classified as special waste and should al ways be disposed of properly Contact Customer Service for more details Chapter 2 Views 8 Handling Subject Page Included with your notebook 13 Open notebook 14 Front VIGW zi iet xr d WR CLOVER EDT SA 15 Left Side reste tee ee Ead 15 Right Side o ira 15 Rear Side sete a A 16 Power and Status Indicators 16 Getting started iiec bre e aa 18 Safety Uu c D c o a E e O Help Appendix Included with Your Notebook Please check that the contents are complete and notify us within 14 days of purchase if any of the following components are missing e Notebook e Battery e Power adapter with connection cable Model FSPO65 AAC e Modem cable e Application Support Disc e OEM version of operating system e User manual e Warranty card Safety WwW c D c o a E e O Help A
24. bjects through the slots and openings of the notebook This may lead to electric shock electrical short circuit or fire that will damage your notebook Slots and openings in the notebook serve to ventilate it Do not cover up these openings because the notebook could overheat otherwise The notebook is not intended to be operated in a heavy industry company Operation under extreme environ mental conditions can result in damage to your notebook Do not operate the notebook during a thunderstorm in order to avoid damage through lightning strike Do not cover the slots and openings of the notebook 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 There is a risk of injury if the TFT display breaks Use pro tective gloves to pack up the broken pieces and contact customer service to arrange for proper disposal It is impor tant to thoroughly wash your hands after handling a broken TFT display There is a chance that chemicals may have been released To avoid damage to the TFT Display never open it a full 120 Do not forcibly open it D E KS c o iL Help Components Appendix e In order to avoid damage to the display do not touch it with your fingers or sharp objects e 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
25. d to the laser beam Avoid exposure of the eyes or skin to direct or stray radiation Safety Handling WwW 4A c D c o a E e O Appendix 00 LA Chapter 5 Appendix Subject Page Standards oi a 87 VUE Te Tue EE EN A 93 Components Handling Safety Help 2 y o a a lt Standards Electromagnetic Compatibility e When connecting additional components please observe the Guidelines on Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Please note that only shielded cables shorter than 3 meters 9 84 ft should be used for the LPT COM USB IEEE 1394 audio video and network interfaces with this notebook e Keep the notebook at least one meter approximately three feet away from high frequency and magnetic interfer ence sources e g televisions loudspeaker cabinets mo bile telephones etc in order to avoid malfunctions and or loss of data ISO 13406 2 Class II Active matrix LCDs TFT with a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixel WXGA which are in turn composed of three sub pixels each red green blue contain about 3 1 million addressable transis tors Because of this very high number of transistors and their extremely complex production process occasionally defective or incorrectly addressed pixels or sub pixels may occur There have been several attempts in the past to define the ac ceptable number of defective pixels But this can be difficult and varies widely between different
26. ebook It is where your program files settings and documents are stored as well as files necessary for running Windows XP C Program Files Includes files belonging to software programs C Windows The main directory for Windows XP C Documents and Settings Includes the settings and documents for all users D Driver Drivers for internal notebook components D Tools Includes installation files for software that came with your notebook D Recover Includes the files needed to perform a system restore Safety Handling Uu db y O a E 9 is Help Appendix BH m The Optical Drive Loading a Disc Unlike optical drives of desktop PCs optical drives of notebooks retain disks with the help of a locking mechanism When inserting the disk you should take care to push the disk right onto the locking mechanism so that it can lock in position Note Do not place protective foils or other stickers on your CD s To avoid damage to your drive do not use de formed of damaged CD s Warning 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 Examine the disks be fore you enter them If damage or dirt is visible you should not use them Damage caused by faulty media is excluded from warranty and their repair must be charged Warning The CD ca
27. emperatures The Sound Card 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 Micro soft Sound System Version 2 0 This guarantees optimal sup port for all popular programs and games If you wish to alter the base volume click on the loudspeaker symbol in the task bar A double click opens the sound mixer By means of the key combinations gt p 38 you still have the possibility to regulate the volume Safety Handling By using the keys OE you increase the volume and by using JJ you decrease it External Audio Ports 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 Uu bel 9 O a E 9 is Help Appendix A N Microphone in For recording via an external microphone 13 For sound reproduction via external stereo equipment such as loudspeakers active or Digital audio out headphones SP DIF The notebook automatically recognizes if an 14 analog 3 5mm stereo plug or a digital op tical link has been created The internal loudspeakers are switched off when this port is Used By using the external connections you have the possibility to con nect your notebook with external appliances
28. en 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 2 Insert a long thin object like a straightened paper clip into the emergency ejection opening until you feel resistance 3 Press lightly and the tray will open 4 Remove the disc and restart the notebook Playing Back and Retrieving Data from Discs 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 there are various programs at your disposal If your operating system doesn t open the selection window you still have the possibility of the access via the explorer or My Computer Regional Playback Information for DVD 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 Among the numerous regulations for CSS licensees the most im portant ones are the country specific playback restrictions In order to facilitate the geographically restricted release of mov ies DVD titles are released for certain regi
29. ent Temperature 5 Battery Operation 10 Cablingi u ciet 8 Data Security 4 Modesto ia 9 Power supply 7 Set Up location 4 Touch Pad 9 Upgrades and Repairs 82 Screen Resolution 34 A AA it eei Zeg de ed heed 40 Securing the Notebook 58 Startup Bassword 58 Serial Number ii Service Engineers 82 Set Up Location 4 Goftware EN 59 Deinstallation 63 Windows Activation 63 Sound card ussssss 47 External audio ports 47 Standarde ER Electromagnetic Compatibility 87 FCC Compliance Statement 90 Standby Mode 31 Start button ssssss 21 SUPPOMEs esche deeg co ico 77 Surround sound system 48 Suspend to Disk 31 System Recovery Cortreclon 72 T Table of Contents oso vi Task Dar iia eee 22 Touch Pad 9 39 Trademarks ii BR EI elle 79 Troubleshooting 75 Errors and Possible Causes 76 Turn off computer 22 Components Handling Safety Help 2 U o a a lt U Universal Serial Bus 56 Upgrades and Repairs 82 USB POF acetic rie retenti det 15 Using a safety lock 58 V Video out S Video
30. ents 23 Main Operation 26 Maintenance 78 Care of the TFT Display 78 Transporting the Notebook 79 Maintenance Programs 69 Microphone In 15 48 Modem uie rito 49 Modem Port RJ 11 15 50 le Te 39 N Network 51 Ethernet Network sses 51 Troubleshooting 53 What is a Network 51 Wireless LAN 52 O On Off Button 25 Optical Drive sssss 15 D Partitions ieusi narinaa aaie 40 Password Reset Disk 69 PC Card Installing 54 REMOVING ssssssesssrrrrrrerrrens 55 PC Card lot 54 Performing the Restore 74 Power Turning off your computer 22 Power Management 31 Power supply sss 7 Power Gupplwy 25 Battery Operation 27 Main Operation 26 Standby Mode 31 Suspend Mode 31 Program bar esses 21 Programs Location 41 Q Quality i eiiis atac ii R ReCcOVer isses e EEN ENEE KANN 41 Recovery Factory Settings 73 Recycling and Disposal 80 Removing a PC Card 55 Removing the Battery 28 Replica e 82 Restoring LIMES 2 os reco tert rS te tene 74 Running the Bios Setup 64 S Safety and maintenance 1 Safety Instructions 3 Ambi
31. er is connected to the rear side of the notebook 22 The adapter provides the notebook with power and also charges the battery The power supply indicators of the notebook provide details on the operating state 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 Warning Use only the power adapter and power cord supplied with your notebook Battery Operation Note Please charge and discharge the new battery com pletely two to three times in succession so that it will achieve its full performance Batteries store electrical energy in their cells and then deliver it when needed The useful life and performance of your battery depend on careful handling The battery should be completely discharged before a charging process and completely charged again in order to optimize its useful life and its performance You must also pay attention to the Safety Notes from page 8 Safety Handling Uu db o O a 9 is Help Appendix N N Inserting the Battery Slide the battery into the battery compartment Removing the Battery To remove the battery pack follow these steps 1 Make sure that the computer is not turned on or connected to AC power 2 Place the comput
32. er upside down 3 Slide the battery security lock outward to the unlock position 0 4 Slide the battery release lever outward to the unlock position 8 and while holding it in the unlock position remove the battery pack off the computer 6 Warning Do not remove the battery while the notebook is run ning on battery power 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 Charging the Battery 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 If the notebook is switched on the charging process takes a significantly longer time You will find the meaning of the battery LED EI on page 16 Note The charging process will be interrupted if the tem perature or the voltage of the battery is too high Discharging the battery Operate the notebook by means of the battery until it switches off independently because of the low battery charge Note Think about saving your open files in good time to avoid a possible loss of data Do not switch the notebook off even if a warning appears on the display Deactivate all energy options in
33. ftware 61 Software Uninstallatton nn 63 Windows Activation nmm 63 The BIOS Set up Program 0occcccccnconnnncnnnnnnnnannnnnnnnnnnanes 64 Running the BIOS Get up 64 FIESTA ME 65 FAQ Frequently Asked Ouestions eese 67 Data and System Security ssssssssssessrrrrrrarrrrrrrrrrrrrrsrrss 69 Data Security cen dee as 69 Maintenance Programs ccceeseeee eee eee eee e eee mmn 69 Password Reset Disk 69 Windows Update nara rosa e dese vis 70 Windows Update Information for Data Security 71 System RecoVery wz sei nicer cer ebrsea i IA ppc ag UP VENERE FETA ata 72 COFFGCEIOTI Loren SEENEN a RER ERR d ae 72 System Restore powered by Symantec cece eee eeees 73 Limits Of the Recovery eesseeenen mmn 74 Performing the Restore 74 Troubleshooting erret e dE ASSEN a 75 Localize the Cause ENEE 75 Check Cables and Connections ussuseusus 75 Errors And Possible Causes ssssssssrrrrssrrrrrrrerrrrrsers 76 Additional Gupport eee eee ener eee e e A i 77 Driver SUPDOTE isaac mein Era Pei v Erro OAA FU TERR INA 77 G ele wisi a 78 Care of the TFT Display 78 Transporting the Notebook 79 Recycling and Disposal EN 80 Batteries and Proper Treatment ssssssssesseerrrrererens 80 Upgrades and Repairs 0coccccocononcconcconannnnana mmm 82 Notes for Service Engineers ssesseeseeseees 82 AppendiX EEN 85 ele Ee EE 87 Electromagnetic Compatibility
34. g Uu de 9 O o 9 is Help Appendix Oo LA The BIOS Set up Program In BIOS setup Basic Configuration there are a number of config urable parameter settings available for your notebook For exam ple you can change the operating mode of the interfaces security features or power management Warning The notebook is factory pre set to guarantee optimum operation Only modify the parameters if necessary and if you are familiar with the configuration options Running the BIOS Set up 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 Safety Chapter 4 First Aid o Subject Page E I Jom 67 Data and System Security sssssse 69 System Recovery sssesssseeen men 72 Troublesho o tirig alii 75 z laten e 78 e a E Oo O XA KS c S 2 o st FAQ Frequently Asked Questions Safety 9 Do I still have to install the enclosed CDs DVDs D No Basically all programs are already preinstalled The disks are only intended as backup copies o What is the Windows activation Your operating instructions include a chapter about this subject Handling o When do I have to activate Windows D Your software has been preactivated in the factory An activation will only be req
35. ge 9 Safety Handling Uu db y O 2 9 is Help Appendix Ko Modem Port 1 Insert one end of the RJ11 connection telephone plug con nector into the modem network interface 18 and the other into an analogue telephone socket that is easily acces sible 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 to be lost The Network What 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 e You can exchange E mail and manage appointments in an office e Users can share a printer in a network and save their data on a central server e Users can share one modem among computers for Internet access e Two or more computers can be connected to play network games or share data Fast Ethernet Network 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 con nector Connect one end to the RJ45 connection Western plug at the network interface of your notebook 18 and the other to another PC or a hub switch The Windows XP Help and Support Centre offer extensive infor mation about networking your PC You ca
36. gram 2 LA ul e Select the Settings tab and left click on the second dis play O e Check the option extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor and press ok e To deactivate the extension uncheck the option extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor Display Properties Themes Desktop Screen Saver Appearance Semngs Drag the menter iera to mitch the physical arangemert of your montors Display Properties Themes Desktop Screen Saver Appearance Semngs Drag the mentee inara to mitch the physical mangement of your enters ERE You can change the resolution and colour depth for either display in this screen However you may have to decrease the depth of colour if you increase the resolution since the video memory has a limited capacity Connecting a TV The Notebook has a port 16 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 16 of the Notebook Safety Handling 3 First turn on your TV and then turn on your notebook 4 Switch on your notebook and boot it properly Uu L2 y O 2 9 is Note If the option Extend Windows Desktop to this Monitor in the program Display Properties is acti vated then it must be deactivated first in order to I change the display to the TV set X x c D a a LA N
37. h your notebook Please contact our authorized Service Partners exclusively in the case of a necessary repair Notes for Service Engineers 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 There is also a risk of damage to the components Internal components of the notebook may be damaged by electrostatic discharge ESD Perform system upgrades and changes in an ESD protected work area If no such work area is available wear an antistatic wrist strap or touch a highly conductive metal object Your service center can repair damage sustained by inappropriate handling for a fee Use only original spare parts Notes on Laser Radiation Laser devices of Laser Class 1 to Laser Class 3b may be used in the notebook Where the notebook 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 The CD ROM CD RW DVD DVD RW drive contains no user serviceable parts Only the manufacturer should perform repairs to the CD ROM CD RW DVD DVD RW drives When removing and or opening laser devices the following guide lines must be observed e DO NOT look into the laser beam even while wearing opti cal protection e DO NOT allow yourself to be expose
38. hat a suitable list with updates can be provided for you This information will include the following e Version number of the operating system e Version number of Internet Explorer e Version numbers of additional software programs e Plug amp Play identification key of the hardware devices Windows Update will stand up for the protection of your private data and will not record your name address email address or other forms of personal data The information collected will only be used during the time that you are visiting the website It will also not be stored Safety Handling WwW 4A c D c o a E e O Appendix E KA 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 You can determine and configure yourself the maximum memory taken up by this You find this program in the program file under accessories system programs We recommend setting a recovery point before installing a new software or driver If the system does not run stable any longer this enables you usually to return to a workable configuration without deleting newly created documents In the next paragraph read your options for
39. he PC has reached ambient room temperature before connecting it to the power supply Drastic variations in temperature and humidity can create condensation within the PC and may cause it to short circuit e Close the notebook and ensure that the cover locks shut e Always use the notebook carrying case This helps to pro tect the notebook from dirt moisture jolts and scratches e Should you need to ship your notebook always use the original packaging and make certain the shipper knows the contents contain fragile electronic equipment e Fully charge your battery and any spare batteries immedi ately before a long journey e Enquire about the electricity and communication provision at the location before a journey e Acquire the necessary adapter for electricity or communica tion modem LAN etc if necessary before starting your journey e Put the battery into the packaging separately when des patching the notebook e 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 Avoid the magnetic detector the construction through which you walk or the magnetic rod the manual device of the security personnel because they could destroy your data among other consequences Safety Handling u c D c o a E e O Appendix N w
40. he newest help files drivers and Internet prod ucts from the Internet The website is regularly augmented by new content so that you can download the newest updates and error corrections at any time to protect the notebook and guarantee its functioning Windows Update will search through the notebook and provide a list of individual updates specially for the configuration of your notebook Each update that Microsoft regards as important for the operation of the operating system programs or hardware components will be classified as an important update and automatically selected for installation for you Important updates will be provided to remove known problems and to protect the notebook against known security risks Carry out four simple steps to download the updates needed and to keep your computer on the current status of technology 1 Open Windows Update in the Help and Support Center 2 Click on Search for update 3 Click on Add to select the desired update and to add it to the updates to be installed while you are searching through the available updates in each category You can also read a complete description of each individual element by clicking on the Read further Link 4 Click on Check and install updates when you have se lected all the desired updates and then click on Install now Windows Update Information for Data Security Windows Update needs certain information about the respective notebook so t
41. ity are available under www medion com conformity The modem meets the requirements of TBR21 01 1998 and EG201120 V1 1 1 01 98 regarding connection with an analogue telephone network Modem e If your system has a modem please make sure you connect it to an analogue telephone line only Connecting to a digi tal 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 Touch Pad e Light pressure with the tip of your finger is all that is re quired to operate the touch pad Because the touch pad is electrostatic sensitive 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 Oo c o c I Components Help Appendix Battery Operation To extend the life and power of your battery and guarantee se cure 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 Disregarding these instructions will lead to damage and un der some circumstances may even cause the battery to ex plode Do not open the battery housing it contains no user serviceable parts Keep the battery away from electrically conductive materi als chemical substances and cleaning agents Only use the originally supplied power adapter to charge the b
42. le EE gt p 56 Device Indicators LED s indicate the power and operating system states of the Notebook The meaning of each LED is CT Battery Power Indicator Below you will see the different meanings of the LED in various situation On The notebook is in full operation Blinking The notebook is in stand by mode 7 Battery Charge Indicator Below you will see the different meanings of the LED in various situation Orange The battery is being charged Green The battery is fully charged and connected to AC power ZG AC Power Indicator Below you will see the different meanings of the LED in various situation On The notebook is turned on Blinking The notebook is in stand by mode Deb EDM OG lo lt Access LED Optical Drive This LED lights or is blinking when the notebook is accessing the optical drive Access LED This LED lights when the notebook is accessing the hard disk Num Lock 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 Capital Lock This LED lights when CAPS Lock has been activated This sets the keyboard to capital letters Scroll Lock This LED indicates that the Scroll Lock key on the keyboard is activated The Scroll Lock key has differ ent functions depending on the software you are us ing Wireless LAN Display for wireless data exchange If the display lights
43. line increasingly in the course of time We recommend you to ventilate the room regularly in order to counteract the formation of the smell During the devel opment of this product we have made sure that the appli cable limits are clearly fallen below Ambient Temperature The notebook is most reliably operated at an ambient tem perature between 41 and 104 F and at a relative hu midity between 20 and 70 without condensation When powered off the notebook can be stored at tempera tures between 32 and 140 F Unplug the cable during thunderstorms and make espe cially sure to remove the antenna cables if present We recommend the use of a surge protector for additional safety in order to protect your notebook from being dam aged by power peaks or lightning strikes through the power network Wait until the notebook has reached ambient room tem perature before turning it on or connecting it to the power adapter Drastic variations in temperature and humidity can create condensation within the PC and may cause it to short circuit For transporting the notebook keep the original packing D E KS c o st Help Components Appendix Working in Comfort 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 suppor
44. llow 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 Should you have any questions just click on 9 e License Agreement The greeting procedure also displays the license agreement Please read this carefully It contains important legal information on the use of your software In order to see the full text use the mouse and the scroll bar on the right side of the screen to move down wards until you have reached the end of the document You accept the agreement by clicking on the I accept the agreement option field Only by doing so will you be enti tled to use the product under lawful terms and conditions Step 3 After the login procedure the Windows desktop appears on your screen You will find a brief overview on the following pages After the login procedure the Windows desktop appears on your screen This can be adjusted so that the screen of your computer looks different However basic operation is guaranteed Short description of the Windows Desktop After the login procedure the Windows XP desktop appears on your screen Your desktop might not look exactly like the one shown here gt LD oO y Wal oben a tmailt My Recent Documents a Y My Pictures D VI mere O Be
45. n access this information by clicking on Start then Help Safety Handling Uu Lo 9 O a E 9 is Help Appendix B KA Wireless LAN Wireless LAN is an optional feature This function allows you to create a wireless network link with an access point or directly with another wireless enabled PC To turn on the WLAN function press the Fn F1 hot key The WLAN indicator Y glows to indicate that the computer is ready for WLAN connection To turn off the WLAN function press the Fn F1 hot key The WLAN indicator Y will be off Warning Make sure the Wireless LAN option is switched OFF in any environment where it might interfere with critical and sensitive devices e g on aircraft in hospitals and other medical centres etc Conditions 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 univer sities or Internet caf s They offer access to networks or to the Internet Access authorizations are normally needed A fee may be required to use a public access point To set up a wireless network to share Internet access files and printers at home you will need an access point a router and a broadband DSL or cable modem Some access points can also serve as a router and or a broadband modem Check wi
46. n be damaged when the drive drawer is pushed in if it has not been positioned on the support correctly 1 Press the eject button at the optical drive to open the tray gt 2 Pull the tray out completely with care D 3 Remove the disk from its case without touching the un d printed side if possible 4 Place the disc on the tray so that it lays flat with the label facing upward and gently push the tray in to close it The disk will now lie flat on the tray and will engage onto the disk holder audibly Oo is Le o T Uu Lo 9 O a E 9 is 5 Test that the disk is able to turn freely and then push the tray back into the optical drive carefully The E drive letter will have been allocated to your optical drive in the delivery status You will have easy access to your files on your disks with Windows Explorer workstation Start Explorer through the Start Menu or by pressing the Windows Button and the E Button at the same time The pre installed media reproduction will be used automatically during access to DVD videos or audio and video files on normal data CDs 6 Press the eject button if you want to remove a disk Help Warning While the notebook is accessing the optical drive the media activity indicator is lit Do not try to remove the CD from the drive while this LED is lit Appendix LA Emergency Ejection of a Blocked Disc If the tray fails to op
47. ndling WwW c oO c e E e O Appendix N N Maintenance Warning There are no user serviceable or user cleanable parts inside the notebook housing Never open the note book housing Following these measures can extend the lifetime of your note book Before cleaning always remove the power adapter plug and all connecting cables Only use a damp lint free cloth to clean the notebook Do not use any solvents corrosive or gaseous cleaning agents Do not use CD ROM cleaning disks or similar products that clean the lens of the laser to clean your optical drive Dust or grease on the touchpad will impair its sensitivity Remove dust or grease on the surface of the Touchpad with a strip of sticky tape Care of the TFT Display Always close the notebook when not in use Avoid touching or scratching the surface of the screen as it is easily dam aged Make sure that no water drops are allowed to remain on the screen Water can cause permanent discoloration Clean the screen with a dry soft lint free cloth Do not expose the screen to bright sunlight or ultraviolet ra diation The notebook and its packaging are recyclable Transporting the Notebook Please use the following guidelines when transporting the note book e 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 e Wait until t
48. net ise 42 Discharging the battery 29 Discs Loading secere 42 Removing Blocked Discs 44 Display e reete 32 Opening and Closing the Display sss 32 Display catch 15 Driver Support 77 Drivers cess cesi cures xinh kr 41 DVD Drive eese 42 E Electromagnetic Compatibility 87 e e ad es get gen deeg cane ER Emergency Ejection of a Blocked DIS Cicas idas 44 Extend Desktop 35 External Monitor 15 35 Clone Desktop 35 Extend Desktop 35 Components Handling Safety Help 2 U o a a lt F Factory Settings RECOVESY se eeeeeee eee eeeeneeeeee Fast Ethernet Network FCC Compliance Statement Files A eot teen Finding Files ssss Frequently asked questions G Getting Started H Hard drive Hard Drive Partitions cccee cece eee Heli IEEE 1394 cese Indicators Access optical drive Battery charge Scroll LOCK eene Wireless LAN eee Installing a PC Card Introduction eeeeee ISO 13406 2 Class II K Kensington lock 16 58 Keyboard 38 L LAN port RJ 45 eeen 15 Laser radiation 82 License agreement 20 M Main compon
49. note book Getting to Know Windows XP Windows XP offers different options to understand its operation We will mention only a few of those options here Windows XP Tour Windows XP includes a tour that you can take to familiarize yourself with the operating system This tour can usually be found by clicking on the Start menu You can also find the tour by se lecting All Programs then Accessories Windows XP Help and Support An answer to almost every question can be found in this program This help function fully covers the Windows operating system It is helpful for both beginners and professionals You can print or bookmark the information which is categorized into topics You start like this L Click on 5 Nw solet Y Help and Support Safety Handling Uu dd 9 O a 9 is Help Appendix Ui w Microsoft Interactive Training 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 The program is categorized into many small topics so that the user can gain access to the information according to his require ments Multimedia effects including video clips and speech output convey the contents of the various topics clearly and efficiently Interactive tasks all
50. o testing Uu de 9 O a 9 is Continue Anyway STOP Installation Although the software lacks the digital signature it may work properly Click on Tell me why this testing S is important to get detailed information r Confirm by clicking on Continue Anyway The software included in delivery is already pre installed in the factory It happens that during installation procedure im portant files can be changed or even cancelled To avoid eventual problems in using older files after installation make sure to safeguard your hard o disk E 2 pa 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 Note If the automatic start does not work it is likely that the so called Autorun function has been deactivated Read the respective chapter in Windows Help on how to activate this function An example for the manual installation without the autorun func tion 1 Click on Start and select the item 2 Now enter the letter of the CD ROM drive followed by a co lon and the program name setup Type the name of a program folder document or Internet resource and Windows will open it For you Open e setup v 3 Click on
51. ons Copyright laws require the restriction of each DVD movie to a cer tain region usually the region in which it is sold DVD movie versions can be published in several regions but the CSS regulations require that each CSS decipherable system may only be used in one region Note The decoding software included with your PC may be changed for regional DVD decoding up to five times after which the drive will only play DVD movies for the region setting last entered Changing the region code after that will require factory resetting which is not covered by warranty If resetting is desired shipping and resetting costs will be billed to the user Safety Handling Uu db y O a E 9 is Help Appendix E ul Subjects Concerning the CD DVD Rewriter 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 Recordable Rewriteable Discs Normal Discs are pressed from a digital glass master and then sealed In the case of blank disc the information is burnt onto the disc with the laser of the Rewriter Therefore these discs are more sensitive than normal CDs Please avoid the following when using recordable rewriteable discs especially blanks that have never before been used e radiation by direct sunlight UVA UVB e scratches and damage to the disk surface e extreme t
52. ou will be ignored by this Recovery Warning All data on drive C will be erased If necessary backup all required data on drive D You must pay attention to the information of pages 4 and 69 This recovery will reset your system to its condition at delivery Printer installations or other additional software must be rein stalled Performing the Restore 1 LA 6 First please read the entire Restore section of the Windows Help file Insert the Support CD and reboot the notebook Select the option Boot from CD ROM Read the Licensing Conditions and then press the Escape key Agree to the Licensing Conditions with Yes and follow the instructions on the screen Select one of the options given to start system recreation The notebook will restart after each option selected Troubleshooting Localize the Cause 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 instructions not lead to success please feel free to contact us Check Cables and Connections Visibly check all cables and connections Should all lights be off check whether all equipment is supplied with power e In battery mode connect the notebook to the power adapter and ensure that the battery is charged up e If you are operating the notebook with the power adapter check the electrical socket power cord and all s
53. ow you to apply the conveyed topics in a simulation environment of the program to facilitate a successful learning experience Windows XP Step by Step Interactive covers e operating Windows XP e new functions in Windows XP e the process of log on log off and user administration for cre ating a security structure e configuration of the Internet access e operating the email program e and much more Use this program to better understand your PC and to operate it optimally It also is an additional source of information for recog nizing and eradicating potential problems You start the program like this 1 Click on All Programs gt 2 Select now E 3 You will find the program in Accessories Microsoft In teractive Training Installation of Software Safety Note If your operating system is configured that the instal lation procedure accepts only signed drivers default and software this information screen will appear Software Installation Handling A The software you are installing has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility with Windows lt P Tell me why this testing is important Continuing your installation of this software may impair or destabilize the correct operation of your system either immediately or in the future Microsoft strongly recommends that you stop this installation now and contact the software vendor for software that has passed Windows Log
54. perating at AC 115V 60 Hz In European countries use the notebook at 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 e Use only the supplied power cord and power adapter e If using an extension cord make certain that it meets your local safety requirements If in doubt consult an electrician e To provide additional protection against electric shock power surges lightning strikes or other electrical damage to your notebook we recommend the use of a surge pro tector e Firstly remove the plug and then the connector of the notebook from the power source if you want to detach the network adapter from the mains power supply A re verse sequence could damage the network adapter or the notebook Always hold the connector firmly when removing it Never pull on the power cord D KS c o St Help Components Appendix Cabling Arrange cables so no one can walk on or trip over them Do not place objects on any of the cables To avoid damage to your PC connect your peripherals e g keyboard mouse and monitor whilst your notebook is pow ered off Some devices can be connected whilst your note book is in use These devices usually have a USB or IEEE 1394 connector Please follow the appropriate instruc tions for each device Keep the no
55. ppendix pa LA Views Open Notebook O D zs Oo UN bh WM Le am em me mmer me E e em em em A Lee o e meo mo oo CC T mmm rr a A E X a EII D y Cy Le ee i TET display oir ss dada Battery power indi cator Ged UE Battery charge indicator A AC power indicato M EE Stereo speaker set Keyboard FOUCH pad eee EU ERE Device indicators e cy Power ON OFF 32 16 16 16 38 39 16 25 Front View 10 gt LD D 4 Uu T ei 11 12 13 14 10 Display catch sis iena eee eee eee ees gt p 32 11 IEEE 1394 FireWire sese gt p 57 12 USB 2 0 port dond teases sabes gt p 56 13 Microphone jn eee eee ee eee e neta eee gt p 47 14 Digital audio out SP DIF sess gt p 47 Left Side Ww T oO c O a E O O 15 External monitor NGA eens eee gt p 35 16 Video out s video eee eee eect eee ee eee gt p 37 17 Modem port RJ 11 0 cece eee eee eee eee gt p 50 18 LAN port RJ 45 sese gt p 51 a 19 PC card slot PCMCIA type D 9 p 52 Right Side Do x x c 20 D a 20 Optical Drive seeseeeeemm e gt p 42 lt p ul Rear Side 21 Kensington lock sese 9 p 58 22 Power socket E gt p 25 12 CET 2 0 Be
56. re part of your Windows operat ing system You will find additional information on these programs in the Windows Help file Data Security 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 Both programs are found in Accessories System Tools within the Start menu You should make a backup disk with all your passwords and the operating system s original configuration Maintenance Programs You can avoid some hardware and software errors with disk main tenance programs such as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup The program System Information can also be helpful since it gives you detailed information about your system configu ration You will find these programs in Accessories System Tools Password Reset Disk To protect individual user accounts from complications resulting from lost passwords users should create a password reset disk and keep it in a safe place If the user should forget his her pass word the password can be reset with the password reset disk so that the user has access again to his her local user account Windows Help describes how to create a password reset disk Safety Handling Uu c D c e E e O Appendix Windows Update 4 windows update Windows Update is the online updating of Windows Use Win dows Update to download elements such as security updates im portant updates t
57. re shut down reducing your power consumption to a mini mum By pressing any key on the keypad you can bring your notebook back to the fully operational state You will restart at precisely the line in which you were working prior to the interrup tion The computer takes less time to go into and come out of standby mode but uses more power than suspend hibernate mode Suspend 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 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 You will restart at precisely the line in which you were working prior to the interrup tion The computer uses no power while it is in suspend hiber nate mode but it takes a little longer for the computer to go into and come out of hibernation compared to standby Safety Handling Uu Lo 9 O a E 9 is Help Appendix LA nA Display Unlike a normal monitor the TFT display does not produce either radiation or flicker Opening and Closing the Display Display c
58. ristics Help Program the dis play will not appear on the whole area of the screen among other effects Using a higher resolution can lead to distortion of the display es pecially with text Using a lower resolution may cause the display to use only a portion of the screen area You will adjust the presentation to the mode supported with the Windows Display Characteristics Help Program Connecting an External Monitor The notebook has a VGA port 15 for connecting an external monitor 1 Shut down your notebook 2 Connect the video signal cable of the external monitor to the VGA port of the notebook 15 Safety 3 Connect the external monitor to the electrical socket and power it up Handling Uu bel 9 O a E 9 is 4 Start your notebook There are two options for setting up an external monitor 1 Clone your Desktop Press Fn F5 to activate the external monitor The notebook display will be switched off Adjust the display set tings following the external monitor specification lt Press lt Fn gt lt F5 gt once more and both displays are switched on Press lt Fn gt lt F5 gt again to deactivate the external moni tor The notebook display will be switched on 2 Extend your Desktop This option does not support the key combination lt Fn gt x lt F5 gt E Right click anywhere on your desktop and select Proper A ties to start the Display Properties pro
59. s Desktop under Settings The WLAN connection is not functioning e You must press the relevant key combination Fn Fi to ac tivate the WLAN connection and the relevant indicator will light up Additional Support If the suggestions in the above section have not solved your prob lem please contact customer care and we will attempt to help you solve the problem Before you call however please have the fol lowing information available e How is your computer configured e What additional peripherals do you use e What messages if any appear on your screen e What software were you using when the error occurred e What steps have you already undertaken to solve the prob lem e Have you upgraded or removed drivers or hardware e Can you manually repeat the problem e If you have been given a customer number previously please have this available Driver Support 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 This is a regular process provided by the manufacturer to mend possi ble compatibility problems that may occur with components e g programs or hardware that were not tested at the time of your notebook s manufacture Safety Ha
60. sion is incorrect or very slow What might be the problem D Maybe you have the wrong cable UTP CAT3 or lower or the problem is the proximity of a power cord or another source of interference Uu dd 9 O a 9 is Help Appendix Ul LA The PC Card Slot Installing a PC Card Follow the PC card installation instructions that are given for use under Windows and have the necessary driver software ready Note Remove the dummy card from the PCMCIA Slot before installation Replace the card to protect contacts against dirt if the slot is not used Once you have started Windows slip the card carefully into the slot provided 7 Eject Button When the card is fully inserted two audible signals will be heard provided it has been correctly recognized and successfully config ured If only one signal is heard this signifies a problem with the card recognition In this case follow the instructions that accompany your new PC card Removing a PC Card To remove your PC card 1 Press the eject button next to the slot Safety Warning The Eject Button should be pressed in during trans portation because the danger will arise that the button will break off otherwise Handling Uu db y O 2 9 is Help Appendix Ui Ui Universal Serial Bus USB Port USB ports provide an easy way to connect many peripheral de vices to your PC 12 Yo
61. speakers on off 2 o I Switches the backlight off to save power Press ing any key switches the backlight on again Power saving functions This key combination is set to power down by default To adjust this key to your own needs go to display properties in power saving Touch Pad 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 Be low the touch pad are the left and right mouse buttons which can be used as on a normal mouse You can also perform a direct click or double click using the touch pad by tapping the surface briefly once or twice In the Windows Control Panel you will find a number of useful settings that will make using the touch pad easier Uu db 9 O a 9 is Help Appendix LA 3 The Hard drive The hard drive is the main storage medium combining large stor age 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 sys tem displays The hard drive contains the operating system of the computer other application programs and backup files These programs and files are pre ins
62. ssible professional utilization this Note book is designed for day to day household use The functions and applications for use with this Notebook have been designed with the entire family in mind Document Your Notebook 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 NUMDEF xe A Date Of Purchase eese nnns Place of Purchase csse nnn Quality 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 ap plications relating to both work and leisure We are pleased to welcome you as our newest customer Copyright 2005 Medion All rights reserved Microsoft MS DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U S and other countries Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trade marks of their respective owners Information in this document is subject to change without notice Li Table of Contents Safety and Maintenance eese eere nnn nnn nnn 1 Safety Instructions 00ococccccconnnnnnannnannrn cnn nnnm nnn nnn 3 Data Security
63. t plugging e The standardised cord Shielded Twisted Pair STP in cludes 6 strands Two lines are live 8V up to 40V 1 5 A max and can be used as an external power supply The four signal lines transfer data or control information Some devices do not require a power supply via the cord so that four pole plugs are used Help Appendix ul N Securing the Notebook Startup Password You can protect your notebook against unauthorized use with a switching on password Then an invitation to enter the password will appear on the screen when the notebook is switched on The password will be set up in BIOS Warning Keep your password in a safe place You will not have any possibility of deleting your password if you forget it Contact your Customer Service in that case You can also use the security options of Windows in order to protect your data against unauthorized access Using a safety lock You can prevent theft by using a so called Kensington lock which can be bought at your local retailer The cable wraps around an object and the T shaped end inserts into the Kensington lock port and a key or combination dial is used to secure the lock in place Please keep your key at a safety place Software There are many kinds of help and information for using your PC This section tells you where to get help with the Microsoft Win dows XP operating system software programs and your
64. talled on your notebook so you may note that some of the space on your hard drive is already taken Whenever the computer is accessing the hard disk the corre sponding LED C 2 p 17 illuminates Warning Never switch off the computer while the busy indicator is lit since this may result in loss of data If you are looking for a file on the hard drive and you know the name go to Search on the Start menu to find the file Following is some general information on where you might find some common files Usually your hard drive is divided into several partitions as shown below The partitions of your hard drive may vary from what is shown here BOOT Windows XP Software programs Your documents RECOVER D Drivers for internal PC components Installation files for software that came with your PC Restore software Important Directories The most important directories preinstalled on your notebook are shown below These directories may vary from what is shown here Warning Do not delete or modify these directories or their con tents since data could be lost or the functionality of the system could be at risk Also pay attention to this You will no longer be able to carry out the recreation of the supply status by means of the Support Disk gt p 73 if you have converted the Recovery Partition into a NTFS file system C This is the main hard disk drive partition for your not
65. tebook at least one meter approximately three feet away from high frequency and magnetic interfer ence sources e g televisions loudspeaker cabinets mo bile telephones etc in order to avoid malfunctions and or loss of data Please note that only shielded cables shorter than 3 metres 9 84 ft should be used for the LPT COM USB IEEE 1394 audio video and network interfaces with this notebook Please use only doubly screened cables in the case of printer cables Do not replace the cables supplied Only use the cable sup plied with the notebook since that cable will have been tested extensively in our laboratory Also only use the connection cables supplied with the de vices to connect your peripherals Make sure that all connecting cables are connected with the respective peripheral devices in order to avoid perturbing radiation Remove any cables not needed The connection of devices is limited to equipment that com plies with EN60950 Safety of information technology equipment or EN60065 Audio video and similar electronic apparatus Safety requirements Information about the regulatory compli ance according to R amp TTE The following remote equipment has been supplied with this note book e Wireless LAN The company declares herewith that these devices are in agree ment with the fundamental requirements and the other relevant terms of the 1999 5 EG Guideline Complete declarations of con form
66. ted by the chair s backrest in erect position or angled slightly backwards Arms Your arms should be relaxed and loose elbows close to your sides with forearms and hands approximately parallel to the floor Wrists Your wrists should be as straight as possible while using the keyboard mouse or trackball They should not be bent sideways or more than 10 degrees up or down Legs Your thighs should be horizontal or angled slightly downward Your lower legs should be near a right angle to your thighs Your feet should rest flat on the floor If neces sary use a footrest but double check that you have your seat height adjusted correctly before getting a footrest Head Your head should be upright or tilted slightly for ward Avoid working with your head or trunk twisted Overall Change your position frequently and take regular breaks to avoid fatigue Connecting Pay attention to the following information in order to connect your notebook correctly Power supply e Do not open the power adapter housing When the housing is open there is a danger of severe electric shock It con tains no user serviceable parts e The electric outlet must be in the vicinity of the notebook and within reach of the power adapter cables e To disconnect your notebook from the power source or set the notebook to battery operation remove the power cord from the notebook s power socket e Only use the notebook with a power adaptor o
67. th your retailer or Internet Service Provider to find the best solution for your needs A link to another computer with wireless LAN functionality can also be created without an access point This will allow you to share files but you will need an access point and a router to share an Internet connection The wireless network link works according to standard IEEE 802 11g which is also compatible with the IEEE 802 11b stan dard The standard 802 11a is supported If encrypted transmission is used this must operate according to the same principle on all devices Encryption is a method of protecting the network from unauthorized access to The transmission speed max 54 Mbp s can vary according to the distance and loading of the partner Troubleshooting within the Network ei Why does an error message appear when I click on the network environment D The computer name must be unique on the net work and may not be the same as the task group E E ei It appears that the network boards are unable to com municate What might be the problem D Maybe one of the used network boards works with a different speed e g 10 instead 100 Mbit and your network computer is unable to recognize this If necessary set the network driver to the compati ble speed If two PCs should be linked you require a cross link cable otherwise use a patch cable In addition check the protocols and the configu ration Q The data transmis
68. u can use any USB device with any USB port Your notebook will have 3 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 This can be avoided by always using the device with the same USB port Devices connected directly to the USB bus should not draw more than 500 mA Should the devices need more power than this it will be necessary to provide a powered hub The data transfer speed is 1 5 Mbit s or 12 Mbit s depending on the device con nected 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 Safety Handling Application Options for IEEE1394 e Connection of digital devices of the entertainment industry such as set top speakers digital video and camcorder Digi tal Versatile Disk DVD television etc e Multimedia applications and video processing e Input and output devices such as printers scanners etc Uu Lo 9 O a E 9 is Technical Specifications e Depending on the application the maximum data transfer is about 100 200 or 400 Mbit s corresponding to a data throughput of up to 50 MB per second e The device can be plugged in or unplugged during operation ho
69. uired if several components are replaced by others your installed a new motherboard a different BIOS version has been installed you install the software to another computer uU c D c o a E o O ei How do I perform a data backup D You can also use the Security program to do this It is important that you follow all the operating hints of the program You will find the program under Start gt All Programs gt Accessories gt System Program gt Security You can also use Nero BackItUp as an alternative Make a backup and a retrospective backup of se lected data on external media CD R in order to become familiar with the technology A backup is unusable if you are not in a position to recreate the data the medium CD R is defective or is no longer available Appendix Oo N When is the recovery of the factory setting recom mended This method should be chosen as the last resort Read chapter System recovery concerning the possible alternatives Why is the boot partition missing when booting from the support application CD The first partition is formatted with the file system NTFS Compared to FAT32 this file system offers more security and a more efficient access However NTFS partitions can only be read from operating sys tems supporting this This is not the case in the aforementioned CD Data and System Security The programs described below a
70. witches in the circuit of the electrical socket e Switch off the notebook and check all cable connections Check the connections to peripherals Do not exchange ca bles even though they may look similar The polarity in the cables may be different When it is confirmed that the note book has power and all connections are correct turn the notebook on again Safety Handling WwW c D c o a E e O Appendix N Ui Errors And Possible Causes The screen is black e 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 e The accumulator could be empty Connect the notebook by means of the network adapter and charge the accumulator The notebook cannot be switched on e Operate the notebook by means of the accumulator and check whether it is correctly inserted and charged Incorrect time and date display e Double click the time display in the task bar and set the cor rect values afterwards No data can be read from the optical drive e Check whether the disk is correctly inserted e Is the drive displayed in Explorer If yes test another disk The mouse or the touchpad is not functioning e Check the cable connection The Fn F2 key combination does not react e The second monitor is not activated under Display Charac teristics Select it by removing the tick from Add this monitor to Window

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