Fujitsu P301 manual

i DESKPOWER P300 Series User’s Manual (Model: P301 / P310) Fujitsu endeavours to ensure that the information in this document is correct, but accepts no liability for any error or omission in the same. Any procedures described in this document for operating Fujitsu products should be read and understood by the operator before such products are us[...]

ii Important safety instructions 1. Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 4. Do not use this product nea[...]

iii 13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. b. If liquid has been spilled into the product. c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the product does not operate normally when the operating i[...]

iv Before reading this manual This section describes safety precautions and convention used in this manual. Be sure to read this. For Safe Operation This manual contains important information for using the DESKPOWER personal computer. Read this manual thoroughly before using your PC. In particular, “Safety Precautions” in this manual must be re[...]

v Using this Product for High-Safety Applications This product is for office, personal, home, ordinary industry and other general use. It is not designed and manufactured for use in high-safety applications. Do not use this product for such applications without taking measures to satisfy the high-safety requirements. High-safety applications requir[...]

vi Microsoft Service Pack Microsoft Corp. offers Service Pack to provide the users of Microsoft ® Windows ® with more stable system operation (http://www.microsoft.com/). The latest version of the Service Pack helps you configure the most stable system using Microsoft ® Windows ® provided at that time by Microsoft Corp. We recommend you to use [...]

vii Conventions Used in This Manual Introduction This manual tells you how to put your PC into operation and how to operate it in daily use. Depending on the configuration level chosen some of the hardware components described may not be available on your PC. Please observe the notes on your operating system. You can incorporate operable drives (fo[...]

viii Important Notes In this chapter you will find information regarding safety which is essential to take note of when working with your PC. The manufacturer's notes contain helpful information on your PC.  Safety CAUTION During installation and before operating the device, please observe the instructions on environmental conditions in the[...]

ix  FCC Class B Compliance Statement The following statement applies to the products covered in this manual, unless otherwise specified herein. The statement for other products will appear in the accompanying documentation. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a "Class B" digital device, pursuant[...]

x  Transporting the PC CAUTION Transport all parts separately in their original packaging or in a packaging which protects them from knocks and jolts, to the new site. Do not unpack them until all transportation manoeuvres are completed. Never drop the monitor!  Cleaning the PC CAUTION Turn off all power and equipment switches and remove the [...]

xi  Disposal and recycling This device has been manufactured to the highest possible degree from materials which can be recycled or disposed of in a manner that is not environmentally damaging. 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 r[...]

xii Warning and caution labels Your PC bears the warning and caution labels as shown below. The warning and caution labels must not be removed or damaged. Rear of the PC main unit ATTENTION 115V of voltage switch in the power supply corresponds to 100-127V 230V of voltage switch in the power supply corresponds to 200-240V WARNING • Before mountin[...]

xiii Before Reading This Manual This section contains cautions for safe operation, representations and symbols used in this manual. Be sure to read this first! Chapter 1 Preparing for Use This chapter provides the names and functions of individual parts. Chapter 2 Operation This section describes the location of installation and installation of the[...]

xiv Contents CHAPTER 1 Preparing for Use 1 Preparing for Use .............................................................................. 2 Unpacking and Checking the Deliv er y ............................................................. 2 Steps for Initial Setup ..................................................................................[...]

xv CHAPTER 4 System Expansion 1 System Expansions ........................................................................ 28 Inf ormation about boards ............................................................................... 28 Opening the casing ........................................................................................ 29 Clos[...]

xvi CHAPTER 0 Wash2 (INTRO) 12/8/03, 12:23 PM 16[...]

CHAPTER 1 Preparing for Use CHAPTER 1 Washingtons (01-10) 12/8/03, 11:39 AM 1[...]

2 1 Preparing for Use CAUTION Please take note of the safety information in the "Important notes" chapter. ■ Unpacking and Checking the Delivery It is recommended not to throw away the original packaging material! It may be required for reshipment at some later date. ● Unpack all the individual parts. ● Check the delivery for damage[...]

3 ■ Setting Up the PC CAUTION When installing your PC, give consideration to the recommendations and safety notes. Set up the PC only in its correct orientation. The points to observe are illustrated on the following pages. We recommend that you place your equipment on a surface with good anti-slip qualities. In view of the multitude of different[...]

4  Connecting the mouse Connecting a PS/2 mouse ● Connect the PS/2 mouse to the PS/2 mouse port on the system unit. Connecting USB mouse ● Connect the USB mouse to the USB port on the system unit. If you do not attach a mouse at the PS/2 mouse port , you can disable the mouse controller in the BIOS Setup in order to free the IRQ12 for a diff[...]

5 ■ Connecting the PC to the Mains Voltage 1 Notch for inserting the screwdriver If the power supply of your PC does not have a slide-in or plug-in element for setting the rated voltage, then your system automatically sets itself to the local rated voltage. If you have a PC with a slide-in or plug-in element, then you must match the set rated vol[...]

6 2 1  Plug the system unit's power cable into the system unit (1) and then into the grounded mains outlet (2). ■ Initial Switch-on: Software will be Installed If the PC is connected to a network, the network protocol is required as well as the user and server details. Contact your network administrator if you have any questions about the[...]

7 Switching on PC with devices with main power switch 1 1 ON/OFF switch  Press the ON/OFF switch on the front of the PC. The power-on indicator lights green and the PC is started.  Installing the software  During installation, follow the instructions on screen. Consult the operating system manual if there is anything unclear about the requ[...]

8 ■ Connecting External Devices CAUTION Do not connect or disconnect cables during a thunderstorm. Always take hold of the actual plug. Never unplug a cable by pulling the cable itself. Connect and disconnect the cables in the order described below. With the exception of USB devices, always remove all power plugs before connecting external device[...]

9  Connections on the system unit The ports for external devices are on the rear and on the front of the system unit. The ports available on your PC depend on the configuration level you have selected. The standard ports are marked with the symbols shown below (or similar). Keyboard port / purple PS/2 mouse port / green 1 Serial interface 1 / tu[...]

10  Connecting external devices to the serial port External devices can be connected to the serial port (e.g. a modem).  Connect the data cable to the external device.  Connect the data cable to the serial port . For an exact description of how to connect external devices to the serial port , please refer to the device documentation.  S[...]

CHAPTER 2 Operation CHAPTER 2 Washingtons (11-14) 12/8/03, 11:38 AM 11[...]

12 1 Operation  Switching On the PC  Switch the monitor on (see the operating manual for the monitor). On devices with main power switch  Switch the PC on with the main power switch on the back panel.  If the power-on indicator lights orange or flashes green/orange, press the power button on the front of the casing. The power-on indicat[...]

13  Switching Off the PC On devices with main power switch  Shut down the operating system properly. For Windows: select Shut Down from the Start menu.  If the operating system does not automatically switch off the PC, switch the PC to ready to operate by pressing the power button or turn it off by pressing the main power switch when reque[...]

14 ■ Indicators on the PC The indicators are on the front of the casing. 2 1 4 3 1 Hard disk indicator The indicator lights up when the hard disk drive of the PC is accessed. 2 Power-on indicator – The indicator lights green: The PC is on. – The indicator lights orange: The PC is in energy-saving mode. After being switched on with the power b[...]

15 2 Keyboard 1 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 23 4 5 6 7 1 Esc key Pressing this key cancels the operation the application program is executing. 2 F keys These F keys are assigned specific functions for each application. 3 Back space key Press the Back Space key to move the cursor to the left while deleting characters. 4 Insert key Press the[...]

16 9 Ctrl key Use the Ctrl key in combination with another key. Its function varies with each application. 10 Windows key Press the Windows key to display the Start menu. 11 Alt key Use the Ctrl key in combination with another key. Its function varies with each application. 12 Application key This key has the same function as clicking the right mou[...]

17 3 Floppy Disks ■ Working with Floppy Disks Follow the instructions supplied by the vendor of the floppy disks. Never clean the floppy disk drives with cleaning disks. Any attempt would destroy the read/ write head in the disk drive within 20 seconds. 3 2 1 5 6 4 7 1 Insertion direction 2 Label area 3 Write protection switch for a 720 KB or a 1[...]

18 1 2 Kensington Lock ■ Access Protection Under Windows Under MS-Windows you can activate a screen saver and protect it with a password. Only those users who know the password can deactivate the screen saver and access any open files. Detailed information on screen savers is provided by the associated help function. ■ Settings in BIOS Setup Th[...]

19 ■ BIOS Setup Security Functions The Security menu in BIOS Setup offers you various options for protecting your personal data against unauthorised access, e.g.:  Preventing unauthorised BIOS Setup entry  Preventing unauthorised system access  Preventing unauthorised access to the settings of boards with their own BIOS  Preventing sy[...]

20 CHAPTER 2 Wash2 (15-20) 12/8/03, 2:24 PM 20[...]

CHAPTER 3 Troubleshooting and Tips CHAPTER 3 Washingtons (21-26) 12/8/03, 11:42 AM 21[...]

22 1 Troubleshooting and Tips CAUTION Take careful note of the safety warnings and in the “Preparing for Use” chapter, when you connect or disconnect cables. If a fault occurs, try to correct it as described:  in this chapter  in the documentation of the connected devices  in the help systems of the software used. If you fail to correc[...]

23  The screen stays blank If your screen remains blank this may be due to the following: Monitor is switched off  Switch your monitor on. Power saving has been activated (screen is blank)  Press any key on the keyboard. or  Deactivate the screen saver. Enter the appropriate password. Brightness control is set too dark  Adjust the br[...]

24 Wrong monitor has been set under Windows 2000/XP  Restart the PC.  If the message Starting Windows appears, press function key [ F8 ]. The Windows 2000/XP Advanced Options Menu appears.  Select Safe Mode or Safe Mode with Network.  Set the correct values for the attached monitor as described in the operating manual of the monitor by [...]

25 ■ Time and/or Date is Not Correct You can set the time and date in the BIOS Setup or in the operating system.  Set the time and date. If the time and date are repeatedly wrong when you switch on your PC, the on-board battery is flat. Change the lithium battery as described in the "Replacing lithium battery" chapter. ■ Tips The P[...]

26 CHAPTER 3 Washingtons (21-26) 12/8/03, 11:42 AM 26[...]

CHAPTER 4 System Expansion CHAPTER 4 Washingtons (27-38) 12/8/03, 11:43 AM 27[...]

28 1 System Expansions It may be necessary to update the BIOS when carrying out a system expansion or hardware upgrade. In this case, please contact our customer service centre. When installing components with a high power loss, make sure that the maximum permissible temperatures of the individual components are not exceeded. The device must be swi[...]

29 ■ Opening the casing  Switch the PC off. The PC must not be in the energy-saving mode! CAUTION Please take note of the safety information in the "Important notes" chapter. Pull the power plug out of the mains outlet!  If any cables connected to the PC are in the way, disconnect them from the PC  Place the system unit in a co[...]

30 ■ Installing and removing a board CAUTION Please take note of the “Information about boards” chapter. In the upper three slots you can install boards with a length of up to 230 mm, and in the lower slot boards with a length of up to 315 mm. The number, position and arrangement of the board slots on the mainboard can be found in the technic[...]

31 6 Push the board up to its slot (1). Ensure that the end of a long board without angle bracket fits into the corresponding guide of the casing. 7 Press the board into the slot so that it engages. 8 Fasten the board into place with the screw (2). 9 If necessary, connect the cables. 10 Close the casing (see "Closing the casing"). If you [...]

32 3 Remove the screw (1). 4 Remove the board from the system unit (2). 5 Place the board into appropriate packaging. CAUTION To ensure proper cooling, fire protection and observation of the relevant EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) regulations, you must mount a rear slot cover plate.  Removing a board 1 Open the system unit (see "Openin[...]

33 6 Push the rear slot cover plate into the slot (1). 7 Fasten the rear slot cover plate with the screw (2). 8 Close the casing (see "Closing the casing"). CAUTION If you have installed or removed a PCI board, please check the relevant PCI slot settings in the BIOS Setup. If necessary, change the settings. Further information is provided[...]

34 ■ Low-Profile boards For units with a particularly low overall height, there are so-called low-profile boards with a slot cover with a lower overall height to match the low-profile units. To also install these low-profile boards in normal board slots, you must mount a corresponding slot adapter beforehand.  Mounting slot adapter  Fit the[...]

35 ■ Installing and Removing the Hard Disk Drives  Open the casing (see "Opening the casing").  Removing a hard disk drive 1 Press the EasyChange rails mounted on the hard disk drive together somewhat (1) and pull the hard disk drive out of the case in the direction of the arrow (2). 2 Disconnect all cables connected to the drive [...]

36  Installing a hard disk drive 1 Take the new hard disk drive out of its packaging. 2 Make the required settings (e.g. master/slave, cable select) on the drives. 3 Secure the EasyChange rails on the side of the hard disk by inserting the upper pins of the EasyChange rail in the corresponding holes of the hard disk. 4 Connect the cables to the [...]

37 ■ Replacing Lithium Battery In order to permanently save the system information, a lithium battery is installed to provide the CMOS- memory with a current. A corresponding error message notifies the user when the charge is too low or the battery is empty. The lithium battery must then be replaced. CAUTION Incorrect replacement of the lithium b[...]

38 CHAPTER 4 Washingtons (27-38) 12/8/03, 11:44 AM 38[...]

CHAPTER 5 Technical Data CHAPTER 5 Washingtons (39-40) 12/8/03, 11:45 AM 39[...]

40 ■ Electrical Data Rated voltage range: (selectable) Frequency: Max. rated current • Casing with monitor socket • Monitor socket (output) Dimensions Width/depth/height: Weight with the basic configuration Environmental conditions Environment class 3K2 Environment class 2K2 Temperature: • Operating (3K2) • Transport (2K2) Condensation in[...]