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AMILO Pro V2020
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● your sales partner
● your sales outlet
Additional information is provided on the Help Desk list and in the "Warranty" manual (the
"Warranty" manual is included on the "Drivers & Utilities" CD provided).
The latest information on our products, tips, updates, etc., can be found on the internet under:
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This manual was produced by
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Published by
Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH
Order No.: A26391-V2020-Z120-1-7619
Edition 1
AG 0105 01/05
AMILO Pro V2020
Operating manual
Introduction
Index
Notebook views
Important notes
Using your notebook for
the first time
Using your notebook
Security functions
Connecting external
devices
Settings in BIOS Setup
Utility
Troubleshooting and tips
Technical data
January 2005 edition
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Contents
Innovative technology ... .................................................................................................................1
Notational conventions ......................................................................................................................2
Notebook views ...............................................................................................................................3
Opened Notebook......................................................................................................................3
Front..........................................................................................................................................4
Back panel.................................................................................................................................4
Right side panel.........................................................................................................................4
Left side panel ...........................................................................................................................5
Under side .................................................................................................................................5
Important notes ...............................................................................................................................7
Safety notes ......................................................................................................................................7
Notes on installing and removing boards and components ........................................................8
Manufacturer’s notes .........................................................................................................................9
Declarations of Conformity.........................................................................................................9
Copyright-protected technology .................................................................................................9
Energy saving............................................................................................................................9
Recycling and disposal ......................................................................................................................9
CE marking......................................................................................................................................10
Battery storage ................................................................................................................................10
Travelling with your notebook ..........................................................................................................11
Before you travel......................................................................................................................11
Transporting the notebook .......................................................................................................11
Cleaning the notebook.....................................................................................................................12
Using your notebook for the first time .........................................................................................13
Unpacking and checking your notebook ..........................................................................................13
Selecting a location .........................................................................................................................13
Connecting the power adapter.........................................................................................................14
Using your notebook.....................................................................................................................15
Switching the notebook on and off ...................................................................................................15
Switching on the notebook.......................................................................................................15
Switching off the notebook.......................................................................................................15
Status indicators..............................................................................................................................16
Keyboard .........................................................................................................................................17
Numeric keypad.......................................................................................................................18
Key combinations ....................................................................................................................19
Easy Launch keys ...........................................................................................................................20
Processor fan controlling .................................................................................................................20
Touchpad and touchpad buttons......................................................................................................21
LCD screen .....................................................................................................................................22
Information on LCD monitor.....................................................................................................22
Monitor settings .......................................................................................................................23
Battery.............................................................................................................................................23
Charging, caring for and maintaining the battery......................................................................23
Removing and installing the battery .........................................................................................24
Using the power-management features ...........................................................................................24
PC cards..........................................................................................................................................25
Installing a PC card..................................................................................................................25
Removing a PC card................................................................................................................25
Contents
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Memory card reader........................................................................................................................ 26
Using memory cards ............................................................................................................... 26
Hard disk......................................................................................................................................... 26
Optical drive.................................................................................................................................... 27
Combo drive (CD-RW/DVD).................................................................................................... 28
DVD+RW drive........................................................................................................................ 28
DVD±RW dual drive ................................................................................................................ 28
Handling CD/DVDs.................................................................................................................. 29
Inserting or removing a CD/DVD ............................................................................................. 29
Regional codes for DVD films and DVD players ...................................................................... 30
Adjusting AutoPlay function of optical drive............................................................................. 30
Audio: Setting volume ..................................................................................................................... 31
Integrated 56k modem .................................................................................................................... 31
Ethernet and LAN............................................................................................................................ 32
Wireless LAN (optional) .................................................................................................................. 32
Switching wireless LAN module on and off.............................................................................. 32
Security functions......................................................................................................................... 33
Overview of all security functions .................................................................................................... 33
Kensington Lock...................................................................................................................... 33
BIOS password protection....................................................................................................... 33
Brief overview of the security functions ........................................................................................... 34
Using Kensington Lock ................................................................................................................... 34
Configuring password protection in BIOS Setup Utility .................................................................... 34
Protecting BIOS Setup Utility (supervisor password)............................................................... 34
Password protection of operating system ................................................................................ 36
Connecting external devices........................................................................................................ 37
Connecting an external monitor....................................................................................................... 37
Connecting USB devices................................................................................................................. 38
Connecting external audio devices.................................................................................................. 39
Connecting an external device to S-Video Out ................................................................................ 39
Connecting FireWire devices .......................................................................................................... 39
Settings in BIOS Setup Utility ...................................................................................................... 41
Start BIOS Setup Utility................................................................................................................... 41
Operating BIOS Setup Utility........................................................................................................... 42
Exiting BIOS Setup Utility................................................................................................................ 42
Troubleshooting and tips ............................................................................................................. 43
Reinstalling Windows XP ........................................................................................................ 43
The notebook's date or time is incorrect.................................................................................. 43
The LCD screen of the notebook remains blank...................................................................... 44
The LCD screen is difficult to read .......................................................................................... 44
The external monitor stays blank............................................................................................. 44
The external monitor is blank or the image is unstable............................................................ 45
The notebook cannot be started.............................................................................................. 45
The notebook stops working.................................................................................................... 45
The printer does not print ........................................................................................................ 46
Acoustic warnings ................................................................................................................... 46
Technical data ............................................................................................................................... 47
Power adapter 65 W ....................................................................................................................... 48
Index .............................................................................................................................................. 49
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Innovative technology ...
and ergonomic design make your AMILO Pro the ideal easy to use and reliable notebook.
Your notebook is available in several different versions. Most of the sections in this manual apply to
all models - any differences are pointed out separately. Some of the illustrations and features in this
manual may differ from your model and are for guidance only.
Your operating system (e.g. Microsoft Windows XP) has already been preinstalled and optimally
configured so that you can be up and running from the moment you switch on your AMILO Pro for
the first time.
Your notebook features the very latest technology so that you get the best performance from your
computing experience. Depending on which model you own, you have access to:
● Up to 1 Gbyte Mbyte of main memory (RAM)
● A DVD+RW, or a DVD±RW dual drive, or a CDRW / DVD combo drive to watch DVD movies
and record your own disks
● S-Video out for connecting your notebook to your television
● An IEEE 1394 (FireWire) connection for high speed devices such as digital camcorders
● Three USB ports which provide easy expansion with webcams, game pads, printers and more
● An internal modem for connecting to the internet
● A PC card slot (CardBus or PCMIA) for using one type I or type II PC card
● An onboard sound card and stereo speakers for your audio enjoyment.
You can even connect headphones, a microphone and external speakers for even better
performance.
With the user-friendly BIOS Setup Utility you can control the hardware of your notebook and protect
your system better against unauthorised access by using the powerful password properties.
This operating manual tells you how to put your AMILO Pro into operation, and how to operate it in
daily use.
Further information about your AMILO Pro can be found:
● in the manuals "Safety" and ”Warranty"
● in the wireless LAN software documentation (PDF file on the "Driver & Utilities" CD)
● in your operating system documentation
● in the information files (e.g. *.TXT, *.DOC, *.WRI, *.HLP, *.PDF)
Innovative technology ...
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Notational conventions
The following symbols are used in this manual:
!
Indicates information which is important for your health or for preventing
physical damage. Failure to follow the instructions may lead to loss of data,
invalidate your warranty, destroy the notebook, or endanger your life.
i
Indicates important information which is required to use the system properly.
► Text which follows this symbol describes activities that must be performed in the
order shown.
This font indicates screen outputs.
This font indicates programme names, commands, or menu items.
"Quotation marks" indicate names of chapters, hard disks, CDs, DVDs, and terms that are being
emphasised.
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Notebook views
This chapter presents the individual hardware components of your notebook. You can obtain an
overview of the displays and connections of the notebook. Please familiarise yourself with these
components before you start to work with your notebook.
Opened Notebook
1
4
2 3
5
6
7
8
9
10
1 = LCD screen
2 = Easy Launch keys
3 = processor fan controlling
4 = Built-in microphone
5 = ON/OFF switch of the
Notebook
6 = Touchpad
7 = Touchpad scroll bar
8 = Touchpad buttons
9 = Status indicators
10 = Built-in loudspeakers
Notebook views
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Front
12
11
11 = Memory card slot 12 = On/Off switch for Wireless LAN
Back panel
13 14
13 = Monitor port 14 = Kensington Lock device
Right side panel
15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23
15 = PC card slot
16 = PC card eject button
17 = Headphones port
18 = Audio connector
19 = Microphone jack
20 = FireWire port
21 = USB ports
22 = DC jack (DC IN)
23 = S-Video out
Notebook views
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Left side panel
24 25 26 27 28
24 = LAN port
25 = Modem port
26 = Optical drive
27 = Insert/Eject button
28 = Opening for manual ejection
Under side
29 30
29 = Battery compartment
30 = Battery release latch
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Important notes
Here you will find essential safety information regarding your notebook. In addition, the
manufacturer's notes contain helpful information about your notebook.
Safety notes
!
Pay attention to the information provided in the "Safety" manual and in the following
security notes.
Observe the sections in the manual marked with the symbol on the left.
● When connecting and disconnecting cables, observe the relevant notes in this operating
manual.
● Only use batteries designed for this notebook.
Do not store batteries for longer periods in the notebook.
Take care not to drop the batteries or otherwise damage their casing (fire risk).
If the rechargeable batteries develop a fault please stop using them immediately.
Do not touch the contacts of the batteries.
Never interconnect the positive and negative terminals of a battery.
Batteries are harmful to the environment. You should dispose of them following guidance from your
local District Council.
● There is a lithium battery (button cell) installed in your notebook. Please note:
The battery should only be replaced by an authorised technician. Incorrect handling may lead
to a risk of explosion.
Only use batteries approved by Fujitsu Siemens Computers.
Batteries are harmful to the environment. You should dispose of the lithium battery following
guidance from your local District Council.
● All batteries containing pollutants are marked with one of the two symbols below (crossed-out
garbage can).
In addition, the marking is provided with the chemical symbol of the heavy metal decisive for
the classification as a pollutant.
Cd Cadmium
Hg Mercury
Pb Lead
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● Read the information on the ambient conditions in the chapter "Technical data" and the
chapter "Using your notebook for the first time" before putting your notebook into operation and
switching it on for the first time.
● When cleaning the device, please observe the relevant notes in the "Cleaning the notebook"
paragraph.
● Keep this operating manual together with your notebook.
If you pass on the notebook to a third party, you should also pass on the operating manual.
● If you have a notebook with wireless LAN, you must also observe the additional safety
precautions for devices with wireless LAN in the "Safety" manual.
This notebook complies with the relevant safety regulations for data processing equipment. If you
have questions about using your notebook in a particular area, please contact your sales outlet or
our hotline/help desk.
Notes on installing and removing boards and components
!
Only qualified technicians should repair your notebook. Unqualified users who open the
notebook’s case expose themselves to electric shock and fire hazards. It will also
invalidate your warranty.
● Switch the notebook off and pull the power plug out of the mains socket.
● Remove the battery.
● Take care when you use the locking mechanisms on the battery and any other component.
● Never use sharp objects such as screwdrivers, scissors or knives as leverage to remove
covers.
Boards with electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD) are identifiable by the label shown.
When you handle boards fitted with ESDs, you must, under all circumstances, observe the following
points:
● You must statically discharge yourself before working with boards (e.g. by touching a grounded
object).
● The equipment and tools you use must be free of static charges.
● Remove the power plug from the mains supply before inserting or removing boards containing
ESDs.
● Always hold boards with ESDs by their edges.
● Never touch pins or conductors on boards fitted with ESDs.
Important notes
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Manufacturer’s notes
Declarations of Conformity
The "Declarations of Conformity" concerning the AMILO Pro can be found at our internet address:
http://www.driver-cd.com.
Hereby, Fujitsu Siemens Computers, declares that the AMILO Pro is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Copyright-protected technology
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of
certain U. S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and
other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorised by Macrovision
Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise
authorised by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Energy saving
If you will not be using your notebook, switch it off.
Make use of the device's energy saving functions (see "Using your notebook"). The notebook uses
less power when the power management features are enabled. You will then be able to work for
longer before having to recharge the battery.
Energy saving under Windows
If a monitor with energy saving features is connected to your notebook, you can use the Screen Saver
tab to activate the energy saving features of the monitor. Select a screen saver in the menu Start -
Control Panel - Appearance and Themes - Display - Screen Saver.
You may set further energy saving functions in the menu Start - Control Panel - Performance and
Maintenance - Power Options.
Recycling and disposal
Do not throw batteries or accumulators into the household waste.
Our devices are mostly produced of materials that can be turned over for proper recycling. The
device may be taken back after use to be recycled, provided that it is returned in a condition that is
the result of normal use. Any components not reclaimed will be disposed of in an environmentally
acceptable manner. To dispose of devices please contact your local District Council for advice.
Further information about country-specific disposal and recycling possibilities can be found on the
following website www.fujitsu-siemens.com/recycling.
If you have any questions on disposal, please contact your local office or our Help Desk.
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CE marking
CE marking for devices without wireless LAN
The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of the EEC
directives 89/336/EEC "Electromagnetic compatibility" and 73/23/EEC "Low
voltage directive".
CE marking for devices with wireless LAN
This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC of the
European Parliament and Commission from 9 March, 1999 governing Radio and
Telecommunications Equipment and mutual recognition of conformity.
This device is approved for use in Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Finland,
Greece, Great Britain, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Austria,
Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, Spain, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway.
Contact the corresponding government office of the respective country for
current information on possible operating restrictions. If your country is not
included in the list, then please contact the corresponding supervisory authority
as to whether the use of this product is permitted in your country.
Restrictions
● France
Limited frequency range: only the channels 10 to 13 (2457 MHz or
2472 MHz) may be used in France. It is prohibited to use the device
outdoors.
● Italy
A ministerial permit is also required for use indoors. Please contact the
seller concerning the required procedure. It is prohibited to use the device
outdoors.
● Netherlands
A licence is required for use outdoors. Please contact the seller
concerning the required procedure.
Battery storage
i
If you do not use the batteries for long periods, remove them from the notebook. Never
store the batteries in the unit.
Store the battery when it is half full or two-thirds full. The battery should be stored in a dry area at a
temperature between 0°C and +30°C. The lower the temperature at which the batteries are stored,
the lower is the rate of self-discharge.
Important notes
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Travelling with your notebook
Please follow these guidelines when travelling with your notebook.
Before you travel
● Back up important data stored on your hard disk.
● Turn off the wireless module before you travel. This will help keep your notebook secure, and
also prevent it from affecting sensitive equipment in hospitals, airports and other areas.
● If you wish to use your notebook during a flight, first check with the flight attendants if it is OK
to do so.
● If you are travelling abroad, check that the mains adapter can be operated with the local mains
voltage. If this is not the case, obtain the appropriate power adapter for your notebook.
Do not use any other voltage converter!
i
If you travel in another country, check whether the local power supply and the
specifications of the power cable are compatible. If this is not the case, buy a power cable
that matches the local conditions. Do not use a connection adapter for electrical devices
to connect the notebook.
Your modem may not be fully compatible with the telephone system in the country you
are visiting. This may result in poor performance, or the modem will not work at all.
Transporting the notebook
● Remove all disks (e.g. CD, DVD) from the drives.
● Switch the notebook off.
● Unplug the power adapter and all external devices from the power socket.
● Disconnect the power adapter cable and the data cables for all external devices.
● Close the LCD screen so that it locks into place.
● To protect against damaging jolts and bumps, use a notebook carrying case to transport your
notebook.
● Protect the notebook from severe shocks and extreme temperatures (e.g. direct sunlight in a
car).
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Cleaning the notebook
► Switch the notebook off.
► Unplug the power adapter from the mains outlet.
► Remove the battery.
!
Do not clean any interior parts yourself; leave this job to a service technician.
Only use cleaning products designed for computers. Normal household cleaners and
polishes can damage the markings on the keyboard and the device, the paintwork or the
notebook itself.
Ensure that no liquid enters the notebook.
Wipe the casing with a dry cloth.
If particularly dirty, use a cloth which has been moistened in mild domestic detergent and then
carefully wrung out.
To clean the keyboard and the touchpad, you can use disinfectant wipes.
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