Fujitsu AMILO L7320 Notebook Quick Start Guide

Fujitsu AMILO L7320 Notebook

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Innovative technology… and ergonomic design make your AMILO the ideal easy-to-use and reliable notebook. Your operating system (e.g. Microsoft Windows XP or Windows Vista) has already been preinstalled and optimally configured so that you can be up and running from the moment you switch on your AMILO for the first time.

This “Getting Started” manual tells you how to prepare your AMILO for use. If a technical problem should arise, helpful information can be found in the “Troubleshooting and tips” chapter.

For Technical Specifications, please visit “Specifications and Datasheet”

Notational conventions

The following notational conventions are used in this manual:

• Indicates information that is important for your health, the operability of your notebook or the safety of your data. Faults on the notebook caused by your failure to follow the instructions will invalidate your warranty.
• Indicates important information which is required to use the system properly.
• Texts that follow this symbol describe activities that you must perform.
• indicates screen outputs.
• indicates program names, commands, or menu items.
• indicate names of chapters, hard disks, CDs, DVDs, and terms that are being emphasized.

Important notes

This chapter contains references to other sources of information. It is essential that you observe the safety information for your notebook.

Declarations of Conformity

You will find the Declaration of Conformity for the AMILO on the Internet at: www.fujitsu-siemens.com. Fujitsu Siemens Computers hereby declares that the AMILO is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Information sources

In this “Getting Started” manual you will find information you require to prepare your notebook for use. Detailed instructions and technical information for your notebook are contained in the “EasyGuide” manual. The manuals are only available as PDF files. If you connect a printer to your notebook, you can print out the manuals.

and/or on your notebook
“EasyGuide” manual (PDF file)| Detailed instructions for startup, operation and technical information| The manuals are located on your notebook under

Start – Manuals

or, in some cases, updated versions can be found on the Internet at: www .fujitsu-siemens.com/support/

“Wireless LAN” manual (PDF file)| Detailed instructions on using wireless LAN and technical information
“Warranty” manual (PDF file)| General warranty conditions
Information files (e.g. *.TXT T, *.DOC , *.CHM , *.HLP )| Information on utilities and programmes
“Recovery Process” manual (PDF file)| Information on restoring the operating system, drivers, manuals and special software

Safety Notes

It is essential that you observe the following safety information, as well as safety information provided in the “Safety” manual.

• When cleaning the notebook, observe the relevant notes in the “EasyGuide” manual.
• Your notebook is equipped with numerous security functions that offer you a high level of security according to a multi-level concept. Details are contained in the “Security functions” chapter in the “EasyGuide” manual.
• Pay attention to the additional safety notes for devices with radio components provided in the “Safety” manual.
• Keep this operating manual together with the device.
• If you pass this device on to others, you should also give them the operating 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.

Drivers and utilities

• If a Windows operating system is installed on your notebook, you will find additional information on the system and drivers, help programmes and updates on your notebook or on our website at www.fujitsu-siemens.com/support/.
• If you need to reinstall your operating system, you can reload the original software and the original drivers of your notebook onto the hard disk using the “Drivers & Utilities” CD/DVD or the drivers from our website.

Ports and operating elements

This chapter presents the individual hardware components of your notebook. You can obtain an overview of notebook’s displays and ports. Please familiarise yourself with these components before you start to work with your notebook.

• 1 = LCD screen
• 2 = ON/OFF switch of the Notebook 3 = Keyboard
• 4 = Touchpad
• 5 = Status indicators
• 6 = Touchpad buttons
• 7 = CD/DVD drive
• 8 = Modem port
• 9 = Built-in loudspeakers
• 10 = LAN port
• 11 = DC jack (DC IN)
• 12 = USB port
• 13 = Headphones port/Line Out 14 = Microphone port/Line In 15 = Hard disk
• 16 = USB ports
• 17 = Monitor port
• 18 = Battery
• 19 = Battery release latch
• 20 = Kensington Lock

Preparation for use and operation

Please observe the safety information in the “Important notes” chapter.

You must charge the battery and install the application programmes before you can work with the notebook. The operating system and drivers required are preinstalled.

This chapter also describes the basics for operating your notebook.

Unpacking and checking your notebook

• Unpack all the individual parts. Check your notebook for damage incurred during transportation.
• Should you discover any damage incurred during transportation, notify your local sales outlet immediately!
• We recommend that you keep the original packaging material. You may need the packaging in the future if you need to transport your device.

Selecting the location

Select a suitable location for the notebook before setting it up. Consider the following points when looking for a location:

• Never place the notebook on a soft surface (e.g. carpeting, upholstered furniture, bed). This can block the air vents and cause overheating and damage.
• Do not place the notebook on your legs for a long period of time. The underside of the notebook heats up during normal operation. Long periods of contact with the skin can become unpleasant or even result in burns.
• Place the notebook on a stable, flat, nonslippery surface. Please note that the rubber feet may mark certain types of surfaces.
• Keep other objects 100 mm away from the notebook and its mains adapter to ensure adequate ventilation.
• Never cover the fan intake or exhaust openings of the notebook or the mains adapter.
• Do not expose the notebook to extreme environmental conditions.

Protect the notebook from dust, humidity, and heat.

Connecting the power adapter

Please take note of the information in the “Safety notes” chapter.

• The power cable supplied conforms to the requirements of the country in which you purchased your notebook. Make sure that the power cable is approved for use in the country in which you intend to use it.
• The mains adapter’s power cable should only be connected to a mains socket if the notebook is connected to the mains adapter.
• Make sure that the rated current of the mains adapter is not higher than that of the power system to which you connect it (see technical data for the mains adapter).
  • Connect the mains adapter cable (1) to the DC jack (DC IN) on the notebook.
  • Plug the power cable (2) into the mains adapter.
  • Plug the power cable (3) into a mains outlet.

Switching on the notebook for the first time

When you switch on your notebook for the first time, the supplied software is installed and configured. Due to the fact that this installation procedure must not be interrupted, you should set aside enough time for it to be fully completed and connect the notebook to the mains outlet using the mains adapter.
During installation, the notebook may only be rebooted when you are requested to do so!

To make it easier to set your notebook up, the operating system is preinstalled on the hard disk and the manuals are saved there.

• Switch the notebook on (see “Switching on the notebook”).
• During installation, follow the instructions on screen.

Consult the operating system manual if anything is unclear about the requested input data.

If a Windows operating system is installed on your notebook, you will find additional information on the system and drivers, help programmes and updates on your notebook or on our website (see “Information sources”).

Switching on the notebook

• Slide the release button (1) in the direction of the arrow and unfold the LCD screen upward (2).
• Press the ON/OFF switch (1) to switch the notebook on.
• The power-on indicator on the notebook lights up.

Switching off the notebook

• Shut down the operating system properly (e. g. Windows XP by clicking Start then Turn off Computer).

• If the notebook is not switched off automatically, press the ON/OFF switch (1) for approx. five seconds.

• Close the LCD screen (1) so that it locks into place.

Touchpad and touchpad buttons

• Keep the touchpad clean. Protect it from dirt, liquids, and grease.
• Do not use the touchpad if your fingers are dirty.
• Do not rest heavy objects (e.g. books) on the touchpad or the touchpad buttons.
• The touchpad enables you to move the mouse pointer on the screen. The touchpad buttons allow you to select and execute commands. They correspond to the buttons on a conventional mouse.
  • 1 = Touchpad
  • 2 = Touchpad buttons

Moving the pointer

• Move your finger on the touchpad. The pointer will move accordingly.

Selecting items

• Move the pointer to the item you wish to select.
• Tap the touchpad once or press the left button once. The item will be selected.

Executing commands

• Move the pointer to the field you wish to select.
• Tap the touchpad twice or press the left button twice. The command will be executed.

Dragging items

• Select the desired object.
• Press and hold the left button and drag the object to the desired position with the finger on the touchpad.
  • The item will be moved.

Loudspeaker

Your notebook has a built-in loudspeaker.

If you connect headphones or external loudspeakers, the built-in loudspeaker will be disabled.

Adjusting the volume

• Set the desired volume with the key combination Fn + F5 or Fn + F6 . or
• To adjust the volume via Windows, go to Start – Programs – Accessories – Entertainment – Volume Control.

Wireless LAN

• The installation of a wireless LAN module not approved by Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH voids the permits (CE!) issued for this device.
  • A wireless LAN is integrated in your notebook.

Switching wireless LAN module on and off

• Check whether the wireless LAN module is activated/deactivated in the installed wireless LAN software.
• Use the keyboard shortcut Fn + F2 to switch the wireless LAN module on and off.
• The wireless LAN indicator lights up when the wireless LAN module is switched on.
• Please observe the additional safety precautions for devices with wireless LAN provided in the “Safety” manual.
• Details are contained in the online help for your wireless LAN software and in the “Wireless LAN” manual (see “Information sources”).

Battery

• The battery in the notebook is not fully charged at the time of delivery. You must first charge the battery with the mains adapter connected to the power socket (see “Connecting the power adapter”).
• The battery supplies your notebook with the necessary power during mobile use. The battery indicator displays the battery’s current charge status.
• Information on how to install and remove the battery, how to maintain and service it, and how to optimize the battery operating time can be found in the “EasyGuide” manual.

BIOS Setup Utility

With the BIOS Setup Utility, you can change several parameters and therefore the configuration of your notebook. For example, you can use the BIOS Setup Utility to set the date and time. The BIOS Setup Utility can also be used to assign passwords. The “EasyGuide” manual describes how to run and end the BIOS Setup Utility.

Troubleshooting and tips

Please observe the safety notes in the “Safety” manual, when you connect or disconnect cables.

If a fault occurs, try to correct it as described. If you fail to correct the problem, proceed as follows:

• Make a note of the steps and the circumstances that led to the fault. Also make a note of any error messages displayed.
• Switch the notebook off.
• Contact the Hotline/Help Desk.

You can find the telephone numbers in the supplied help desk list. Please have the following information ready when you call:

• The model name and serial number of the notebook. The serial number is located on a sticker on the underside of the notebook.
• Notes of any messages that appear on the screen and information on acoustic signals.
• Any changes you have made to the hardware or software since receiving the notebook.
• Any changes you have made to the BIOS Setup settings since receiving the notebook.
• Your system configuration and all peripheral devices connected to your system.
• Your sales contract.

Restoring installed software

Please create backup copies of your files on a regular basis. If data is damaged or lost, you can restore your applications using the original data carriers. However, if you do not have backup copies of your own data files, it is no longer possible to restore them.

• If your operating system will not start, or if there are errors on the hard disk, the pre-installed software may have to be re-installed.

Restoring the operating system, drivers, manuals and special software

• You can find information on how to restore the operating system, drivers, manuals and special software in the “Recovery Process” manual (see “Information sources”).

The notebook cannot be started

The notebook cannot be started

Cause| Troubleshooting
The battery is not installed correctly.| ►        Switch the notebook off.

►        Check whether the battery is installed correctly in its compartment.

►        Switch the notebook on.

The battery is dead.| ►        Charge the battery. Or

►        Install a charged battery. Or

►        Connect the mains adapter to the notebook.

The mains adapter is not connected correctly.| ►        Switch the notebook off.

►        Check whether the mains adapter is connected correctly to the notebook.

►        Switch the notebook on.

The notebook stops working

(press a key) or Suspend mode (switch notebook on).
An application programme has caused the fault.| ►        Close the application programme or restart the notebook by switching it on/off or with a warm boot.
The battery is dead.| ►        Charge the battery. Or

►        Install a charged battery. Or

►         Connect the mains adapter to the notebook.

A beep sounds every few seconds

The LCD screen of the notebook remains blank

combination Fn + F4 (switch screen output).

The LCD screen is difficult to read

The external monitor remains blank

to continue.
Brightness is set too dark.| ►         Adjust the brightness of the monitor.
Screen output is set to the notebook’s LCD screen| ►        Press the key combination Fn + F4 (switch screen output).
The external monitor’s power cable or data cable is not connected properly.| ► Switch off the external monitor and the notebook.

►        Check whether the power cable is plugged properly into the external monitor and into the power socket.

►        Check whether the data cable is properly connected to the notebook and the external monitor (if it is plugged in with a connector).

►         Switch on the external monitor and the notebook.

The external monitor is blank or the image is unstable

The wrong external monitor has been selected or the wrong screen resolution has been set for the application programme.| ►        End the application programme under Windows with Alt + F4. If the fault continues to occur after

ending the programme, switch over to the notebook’s internal LCD screen with Fn + F4. Change the following setting:

►        Select the correct monitor or set the correct screen resolution.

–           Set the screen resolution: Select the required screen resolution under Start – Control Panel – Appearance and Themes Settings – Screen resolution.

–           Select monitor: Select the right monitor under Start – Control Panel – Appearance and Themes – Display – Settings –Advanced – Monitor.

The notebook’s date or time is incorrect

menu of the

BIOS Setup Utility.

The radio connection to a network does not work

on (see “Switching wireless LAN module on and off“).
The wireless LAN module is switched on. Nevertheless, the radio connection to a network does not function.| ►        Check whether the radio connection is switched on via the software.
Details are contained in the online help for your wireless LAN software and in the “Wireless LAN” manual (see “Information sources“).

The printer does not print

switched on and is online (see the manuals supplied with the printer).
The printer is not connected correctly.| ►        Check that the cable connecting the notebook and the printer is connected properly.
The printer driver is faulty or not correctly installed, or it is the wrong printer driver.| ►        Check that the cable connecting the notebook and the printer is connected properly.

►        Check whether the correct printer driver is loaded (see printer documentation).

The DVD film does not continue to play

DVD films, deactivate the hardware acceleration (it is activated in the default setting; this can be recognised from the checkmark in the corresponding checkbox).

►         Open the drive tray.

►        Place the DVD in the drive tray with the label facing upwards.

►         Push in the drive tray until you feel it lock into place.

►         Wait until Nero Show Time starts.

►        Press the right mouse button or touchpad key. A context menu appears.

►        Click on Configuration. The Settings window appears.

►         Click on the Video node.

►        In the Hardware acceleration area, click on the checkmark in the Activate control box.

The checkmark disappears.

►         Click on OK.

The function is now deactivated.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I turn on my Fujitsu AMILO L7320 Notebook for the first time?

To turn on your notebook for the first time, slide the release button, unfold the LCD screen, and then press the ON/OFF switch. Make sure it's connected to the mains adapter during the initial setup.

How can I adjust the volume on my Fujitsu AMILO L7320 notebook?

You can adjust the volume by using the key combination Fn + F5 or Fn + F6. Alternatively, you can go to Start – Programs – Accessories – Entertainment – Volume Control in Windows.

What should I do if the LCD screen remains blank?

If the LCD screen remains blank, ensure that the monitor is not switched off. If you're using an external monitor, press the key combination Fn + F4 to switch the screen output. Check your connections as well.

How can I enable or disable the wireless LAN module?

Use the keyboard shortcut Fn + F2 to switch the wireless LAN module on and off. Make sure it's activated in the software if needed

My Fujitsu AMILO L7320 notebook doesn't start. What could be the problem?

If your Fujitsu AMILO L7320 notebook doesn't start, it could be due to several reasons, including incorrect battery installation, a dead battery, or an improperly connected mains adapter. Check these factors and follow troubleshooting steps in the manual.

How can I restore the operating system and drivers?

You can find information on how to restore the operating system, drivers, manuals, and special software in the Recovery Process manual available in the Information sources section.

What should I do if the date and time on my notebook are incorrect?

You can set the date and time in the Main menu of the BIOS Setup Utility. Refer to the manual for detailed instructions.

My wireless LAN connection is not working correctly. What can I do?

If your wireless LAN connection is not functioning correctly, ensure that the wireless LAN module is switched on. Check the software settings and consult the Wireless LAN manual for additional guidance.

How do I troubleshoot printing issues with my Fujitsu AMILO L7320 notebook?

If your printer is not working, ensure it's switched on and connected correctly. Check if the correct printer driver is installed. Refer to the printer documentation for further assistance.

Why does my DVD film not continue to play smoothly?

If your DVD playback is not smooth, it might be due to hardware acceleration. You can deactivate it by following the steps outlined in the manual under the DVD film playback section.

How can I optimize the battery operating time of my Fujitsu AMILO L7320 notebook?

To optimize the battery operating time, you can refer to the EasyGuide manual, which provides information on how to maintain and service the battery. It's important to charge the battery fully before use.

What should I do if my Fujitsu AMILO L7320 notebook is in Standby or Suspend mode and doesn't respond?

If your notebook is in Standby or Suspend mode and doesn't respond, you can disable Standby mode by pressing a key or Suspend mode by switching the Fujitsu AMILO L7320 notebook on. This should bring the Fujitsu AMILO L7320 notebook back to an active state.

Can I connect external loudspeakers or headphones to my Fujitsu AMILO L7320 notebook?

Yes, you can connect external loudspeakers or headphones to your notebook. However, please note that when headphones or external loudspeakers are connected, the built-in loudspeaker is disabled.

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