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i
User Manual
for a
Fujitsu-Siemens PC
Help with problems and information,
frequently asked questions
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Dear customer We are pleased that you have chosen a system from Fujitsu Siemens Computers. We are sure that you will not regret this decision. The analysis of information and feedback provided by our customers led us to produce this manual and to keep it constantly updated. Our experience shows that general publications about PCs designed for users are not always helpful in every case. These documents cannot deal in concrete terms with the specifics of the PC purchased. As we know
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The information in this manual is subject to change without prior notification. Despite every care being taken in its production, we cannot rule out the possibility that this manual may contain errors or omissions. No liability whatsoever is accepted for errors or loss of data as a consequence of this. All rights reserved, including those for photocopies and storage in electronic media. The trademarks used are protected by the respective owners. All other trademarks are trademarks
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Contents General safety information and initial startup 1 Safety, precautionary and compliance instructions......................1 2 Startup ..........................................................................................7 2.1 Connecting the computer........................................................7 2.1.1 Computer connections ......................................................7 2.1.2 Connections, controls and indicators on the front of the PC ....................
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2.3 The working memory ..............................................................4 2.4 Slots ........................................................................................4 2.5 The graphics card ...................................................................6 i Our tips and hints ….....................................................7 ... for setting the screen refresh rate (refresh rate).................7 ... to change the graphics card ................................
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i Our tips and hints …....................................................23 ... on establishing WLANs.....................................................23 ... for configuring a WLAN connection ..................................24 2.10 Drives..................................................................................27 2.10.1 Floppy disk drive (optional) ...........................................27 2.10.2 Hard disk ................................................................
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i Our tips and hints …...................................................42 ... for using the BIOS.............................................................42 ... accessing the BIOS ..........................................................42 3.4 Drivers...................................................................................43 3.5 INTERNET ............................................................................45 i Our tips and hints …................................
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i Our tips and hints …....................................................65 ... on the SCALEO X.............................................................65 5.3 Installing expansion modules................................................65 5.4 Installing additional hard disks and drives ............................67 6 Troubleshooting (FAQ)...............................................................68 6.1 Software error messages......................................................
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General safety information and initial startup
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Safety, precautionary and compliance instructions 1 Safety, precautionary and compliance instructions Your PC complies with the relevant safety regulations for IT equipment. Should you have any questions with regard to whether you can use the unit where intended please contact your sales agent or our service department. • Keep this safety information and the other documentation (such as the quick guide, operating instructions and CD) with the unit. When you pass on the unit to a third
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Safety, precautionary and compliance instructions Electromagnetic compatibility • External units, such as monitors, joysticks, etc., may only be connected to the interface ports with screened cables to meet the harmonised standards under electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) legislation. • You may only operate the unit if its rated voltage matches the local mains voltage. Information on R&TTE Directive • Fujitsu Siemens Computers hereby declares that the built-in modem conforms to the
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Safety, precautionary and compliance instructions • The unit can be equipped with a power output which may only be used to connect a monitor. • Never open the power supply unit! The components (e. g. power supply) marked with a warning (e.g. lightning) may only be opened, removed or exchanged by authorised qualified personnel. • If the BIOS needs to be updated, only use Fujitsu Siemens Computers updates. • When installing additional components (e.g. hard disks) ensure that there is ade
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Safety, precautionary and compliance instructions • Look after the optical drive and prevent mechanical damage as well as premature ware of the storage media by taking the following advice: − Only insert CDs/DVDs in the drive when required and remove them after use. − Store the CDs/DVDs in appropriate cases. Protect them from heat and direct sunlight. Cleaning • Clean your PC regularly. Before doing so, switch off the PC and any peripherals, removing the plug from the socket. Use a
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Safety, precautionary and compliance instructions Additional notes for proper operation • Position the unit so that there is adequate air for cooling. Never cover the ventilation slots on the unit. This could cause overheating and thus shorten the life of your unit. • Protect your device from very high humidity, direct sunlight as well as high and extremely low temperatures. If the device is brought from a cold environment into a warmer installation site, bedewing may occur. Wait until t
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Safety, precautionary and compliance instructions • The hard disk has already been formatted and the operating system has been installed. It will only need to be formatted if the drive has to be reconfigured. • The "Product Recovery" CD/DVD supplied can only be used to restore/install your operating system if a motherboard with a Fujitsu Siemens Computers BIOS is being used. • Consumer PC systems are not suitable for high security and medical applications. Data backup • Create backup
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Startup 2 Startup 2.1 Connecting the computer 2.1.1 Computer connections Most of a computer's connections are located at its rear. Which connections are present and where they can be found depends on the particular computer model. The most commonly used connections are listed in the following table. Connection image Icon Colour Connection 1) 4) Black PC power supply Cold device plug Purple PS/2 keyboard Keyb. PS/2 socket, 6 pole Green PS/2 mouse PS/2 socket, 6 pole Bl
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Startup SPDIF IN Yellow Digital sound SPDIF Out connection see also manual on the motherboard and Cinch socket "Tips and tricks" Black Connection for USB or 2.0 devices (e.g. white USB socket keyboard, IR USB sender/receiver module, scanner, printer) USB 2.03) Black Connection for IEE- or compatible devices white (e.g. video recorder, FireWire socket IEEE 1394 digital video camera) FireWire None Modem or or LINE RJ-11 socket or PHONE None Network or
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Startup 1) Caution: Under the connection, there may be a toggle switch for changing the power supply from 230 V to 115 V. The factory setting is 230 V . 2) With an additionally installed soundcard, the sound function on the motherboard is not activated or "Sound onboard" is not available. 3) Important information on USB 2.0: In order to guarantee a reliable data transfer rate, we recommend that you use USB connecting cable with a maximum length of 4 m. 4) Controls on the power supply (op
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Startup 2.2 Connection Before you switch on the computer, please connect 1. the monitor, keyboard, mouse, printer (if applicable), modem and any other peripheral units to the PC. Please refer to the information in the chapter "Computer Connections", as well as the information in the "Quick Guide". 2. First connect the power cable supplied to the power socket on the PC and then plug it into a 230 V or 115 V power socket (plug strip). You may only operate the unit if its rated voltage m
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Startup Note on Microsoft®Windows XP Home Edition and Professional Fujitsu Siemens Computers has pre-installed Microsoft®Windows XP in such a way that you can use the product immediately. If you want to change critical hardware components, it may be necessary to reactivate the system. In this case, follow the program instructions after changing the hardware. In case of any queries, please contact our Help Desk (www.fujitsu-siemens.com/service). Note on Microsoft®Word Microsoft has pr
