Fujitsu DVD Player User Manual

Copyright

Copyright

Fujitsu PC Corporation has made every effort to ensure
the accuracy and completeness of this document.
However, as ongoing development efforts are continu­ally improving the capabilities of our products, we
cannot guarantee the accuracy of the contents of this
document. We disclaim liability for errors, omissions,
or future changes.

Fujitsu and the Fujitsu logo are registered trademarks
and LifeBook is a trademark of Fujitsu Limited.

First Cabin is a service mark of Fujitsu PC Corporation.

The following are registered trademarks of
IBM Corporation: IBM, IBM PC AT, IBM PS/2.

The following are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation: MS, MS-DOS, Windows.

PCMCIA is a trademark of the Personal Computer
Memory Card International Association.

Earthlink is a registered trademark of EarthLink
Network, Inc.

Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks and Intel
SpeedStep is a trademark of Intel Corporation.

Adobe Acrobat Reader is a registered trademark of
Adobe Systems, Inc.

Netscape 6.01 is a registered trademark of Netscape
Communications Corporation.

PowerQuest and Drive Image are registered trademarks
of PowerQuest Corporation.

LapLink is a registered trademark of LapLink.com Inc.

McAfee is a registered trademark of Network Associates/
McAfee.com Inc.

BayManager is a registered trademark of Softex, Inc.

The DVD player found in some models of the LifeBook
notebook 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 users. Use of
this copyright protection technology must be authorized
by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home
and other limited viewing uses only unless authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disas­sembly is prohibited.

Dolby Headphone manufactured under license from
Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the
double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Copyrights 1992-1999 Dolby Laboratories. All rights
reserved.

All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property
of their respective owners.

© Copyright 2001 Fujitsu PC Corporation. All rights
reserved. No part of this publication may be copied,
reproduced, or translated, without prior written consent
of Fujitsu PC Corporation. No part of this publication
may be stored or transmitted in any electronic form
without the written consent of Fujitsu PC Corporation.

FPC58-0504-01

B5FH-3301-01EN-00

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

according to FCC Part 15

Responsible Party Name: Fujitsu PC Corporation
Address: 5200 Patrick Henry Drive

Telephone: [phone]
Declares that product: Base Model Configurations:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operations are subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device must not be allowed to cause harmful interference, (2) This device must accept any

interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Santa Clara, CA 95054

LifeBook S-4572

Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

LifeBook S Series

CAUTION

Changes or modification not expressly approved by
Fujitsu PC Corporation could void this user’s authority
to operate the equipment.

FCC Notices

Notice to Users of Radios and Television

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protec­tion against harmful interference in a residential installa­tion. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, 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
interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:

■

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

■

Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.

■

Connect the equipment into an outlet that is on a
different circuit than the receiver.

■

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.

Shielded interconnect cables must be employed with this
equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF
emission limits governing this device.

Notice to Users of the US Telephone Network

Your LifeBook notebook may be supplied with an
internal modem which complies with Part 68 of the FCC
rules. On this notebook is a label that contains the FCC
Registration Number and the Ringer Equivalence
Number (REN) for this equipment among other infor­mation. If requested, the user must provide their tele­phone company with the following information:

1. The telephone number to which the LifeBook note­book is connected.

2. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for
this equipment.

3. That the equipment requires a standard
modular jack type USOC RJ-11C which is FCC
Part 68 compliant.

4. The FCC Registration Number.

This equipment is designed to be connected to the tele­phone network or premises wiring using a standard
modular jack type USOC RJ-11C which is FCC Part 68
compliant and a line cord between the modem and the
telephone network with a minimum of 26AWG.

The REN is used to determine the number of devices
that you may connect to your telephone line and still

have all of those devices ring when your number is
called. Too many devices on one line may result in
failure to ring in response to an incoming call. In most
but not all areas, the sum of the RENs of all of the
devices should not exceed five (5). To be certain of
the number of devices you may connect to your line,
as determined by the RENs, contact your local
telephone company.

If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network,
your telephone company may discontinue your service
temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in advance.
If advance notice is not practical they will notify you as
soon as possible. You will also be advised of your right to
file a complaint with the FCC.

This fax modem also complies with fax branding
requirements per FCC Part 68.

Your telephone company will probably ask you to
disconnect this equipment from the telephone network
until the problem is corrected and you are sure that the
equipment is not malfunctioning. This equipment may
not be used on coin-operated telephones provided by
your telephone company. Connection to party lines is

subject to state tariffs. Contact your state’s public utility
commission, public service commission or corporation
commission for more information.

This equipment includes automatic dialing capability.
When programming and/or making test calls to
emergency numbers:

■

Remain on the line and briefly explain to the
dispatcher the reason for the call.

■

Perform such activities in off-peak hours, such
as early morning or late evening.

FCC rules prohibit the use of non-hearing aid compatible
telephones in the following locations or applications:

■

All public or semipublic coin-operated or credit
card telephones.

■

Elevators, highways, tunnels (automobile, subway,
railroad or pedestrian) where a person with impaired
hearing might be isolated in an emergency.

■

Places where telephones are specifically installed to
alert emergency authorities such as fire, police or
medical assistance personnel.

■

Hospital rooms, residential health care facilities,
convalescent homes and prisons.

■

Workstations for the hearing impaired.

■

Hotel, motel or apartment lobbies.

■

Stores where telephones are used by patrons to
order merchandise.

■

Public transportation terminals where telephones are
used to call taxis or to reserve lodging or rental cars.

■

In hotel and motel rooms as at least ten percent of the
rooms must contain hearing aid compatible tele­phones or jacks for plug-in hearing aid compatible
telephones which will be provided to hearing impaired
customers on request.

Copyright

DOC (Industry Canada) Notices

Notice to Users of Radios and Television

This Class B digital apparatus meets all
requirements of the Canadian Interference­Causing Equipment Regulations.

CET appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes
les exigence du Réglement sur le matérial brouilleur
du Canada.

Notice to Users of the Canadian Telephone Network

The Canadian Industry Canada label identifies certified
equipment. This certification means that the equipment
meets certain telecommunications network protective,
operational, and safety requirements. The Department
does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the
user’s satisfaction.

LifeBook notebook computers are supplied with an
internal modem which complies with the Industry
Canada certification standards for telecommunication
network protection and safety requirements. Before
connecting this equipment to a telephone line the user
should ensure that it is permissible to connect this
equipment
to the local telecommunication facilities. The user
should be aware that compliance with the certification
standards does not prevent service degradation in
some situations.

Repairs to telecommunication equipment should be
made by a Canadian authorized maintenance facility.
Any repairs or alterations not expressly approved by
Fujitsu PC Corporation or any equipment failures
may give the telecommunication company cause to
request the user to disconnect the equipment from the
telephone line.

The connecting arrangement code for this equipment
is CA11A.

The Load Number assigned to each telephone terminal
device denotes the percentage of the total load to be
connected to a telephone loop or circuit which is used by
the device to prevent overloading. The termination on a
loop may consist of any combination of devices such
that the total of the load numbers of all devices does not
exceed 100.

CAUTION

For safety, users should ensure that the electrical
ground of the power utility, the telephone lines and
the metallic water pipes are connected together.
Users should NOT attempt to make such connections
themselves but should contact the appropriate electric
inspection authority or electrician. This may be
particularly important in rural areas.

Avis Aux Utilisateurs Du Réseau Téléphonique Canadien

L’étiquette canadienne Industrie Canada identifie
l’équipement certifié. Cette certification signifie que
l’équipement satisfait certaines normes de protection,
d’exploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de télécommu­nications. Le département ne garantit pas le fonctionne­ment de l’équipement à la satisfaction de l’utilisateur.

La série LifeBook notebook e possède un modem interne
conforme aux normes de certification d’Industrie
Canada pour protéger les réseaux de télécommunica-
tions et satisfaire aux normes de sécurité. Avant de
connecter cet équipement à une ligne téléphonique,
l’utilisateur doit vérifier s’il est permis de connecter cet
équipement aux installations de télécommunications
locales. L’utilisateur est averti que même la conformité
aux normes de certification ne peut dans certains cas
empêcher la dégradation du service.

Les réparations de l’équipement de télécommunications
doivent être eVectuées par un service de maintenance
agréé au Canada. Toute réparation ou modification, qui
n’est pas expressément approuvée par Fujitsu PC Corp.,
ou toute défaillance de l’équipement peut entraîner la
compagnie de télécommunications à exiger que l’utili-
sateur déconnecte l’équipement de la ligne téléphonique.

Le code d’arrangement de connexion de cet équipement
est CA11A.

Le numéro de charge assigné à chaque terminal télépho-
nique indique le pourcentage de la charge totale pouvant
être connecté à une boucle ou à un circuit téléphonique,
utilisé par ce périphérique afin de prévenir toute
surcharge. La terminaison d’une boucle peut être consti­tuée de n’importe quelle combinaison de périphériques
de sorte que le total de numéros de charge de tous les
périphériques n’excède pas 100.

AVERTISSEMENT

Pour assurer la sécurité, les utilisateurs doivent véri?er
que la prise de terre du service d’électricité, les lignes
télphoniques et les conduites d’eau métalliques sont
connectées ensemble. Les utilisateurs NE doivent PAS
tenter d’établir ces connexions eux-mêmes, mais
doivent contacter les services d’inspection d’installa-
tions électriques appropriés ou un électricien. Ceci peut
être particulièrement important en régions rurales.

LifeBook S Series

UL Notice

This unit requires an AC adapter to operate. Use only UL
Listed Class 2 Adapters with an output rating of 16 Vdc,
with a current of 3.36A.

AC Adapter output polarity:

+

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of fire, use only #26AWG or larger
telecommunications line cord.

For Authorized Repair Technicians Only

CAUTION

For continued protection against risk of fire, replace
only with the same type and rating fuse.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if Lithium (clock) battery is incor­rectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equiva­lent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose
of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s
instruction.

Fujitsu LifeBook S Series

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

1

PREFACE

Preface

About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Fujitsu PC Corporation Contact Information. . . . .1

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

2

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK

Overview

Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Locating the Controls
and Connectors

Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Left-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Right-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Back Panel Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Status Indicator Panel

Power Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

AC Adapter Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Battery Level Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Battery Charging Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Drive Access Indicator 14
Hard Drive or Removable

Media Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Floppy/SuperDisk Drive Access Indicator. . . . . .14

PC Card Access Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

NumLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

CapsLock Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

ScrLk Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Security Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Keyboard

Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Numeric Keypad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Cursor Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Function Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Touchpad Pointing Device

Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Double-Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Dragging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Touchpad Control Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Scrolling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Volume Control

Controlling the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Flexible Bay Devices

Removing and Installing Modular Devices . . . . .22

LifeBook Security/
Application Panel

Setting up Your LifeBook Security Panel. . . . . . .25

Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Operating Your LifeBook Security/

Application Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Uninstalling the Security Panel Application . . . . .26

Launching Applications with

the Security/Application Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

3

GETTING STARTED

Power Sources

Connecting the Power Adapters. . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Display Panel

Opening the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Adjusting Display Panel Brightness . . . . . . . . . . .32

Closing the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Starting Your LifeBook Notebook

Power On. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

BIOS Setup Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Booting the System with

LifeBook S Series

Windows 98 Second Edition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Booting the System with

Windows 2000 Professional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Registering Your LifeBook Notebook . . . . . . . . . 35

Installing Click Me!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Power Management

Suspend/Resume Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Suspend Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) Feature . . . . . . . . . .37

Standby Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Display Timeout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Hard Disk Timeout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Windows Power Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Restarting the System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

4

USER-INSTALLABLE FEATURES

Lithium ion Battery

Recharging the Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Replacing the Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

External USB Floppy Disk Drive

Loading a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Ejecting a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Preparing a Disk for Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

SuperDisk™ 120 Drive

Loading a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Ejecting a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Software Eject for SuperDisk 120 Disks . . . . . . . 44

Preparing a Disk for Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

PC Cards

Installing PC Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Removing PC Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Smart Card Reader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Memory Upgrade Module

Installing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . . 51

To Remove a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . 51

Checking the Computer Recognition

of New Memory Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Port Replicator

Back Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Front Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Attaching the Port Replicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Detaching the Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Device Ports

Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Internal LAN (RJ-45) Jack

(for LAN models only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

IEEE 1394 Jack* (for non-LAN models only) . . . 55
S-Video Out Port

(for non-LAN Models only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Parallel Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

PS/2 Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Docking Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

External Floppy Disk Drive Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Universal Serial Bus Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Infrared Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Stereo Line-In Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Headphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Microphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

External Monitor Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Media Player Drive

Media Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Loading a DVD, CD, CD-R,

CD-RW, or Combo (“Media”) . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Removing Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Using the Media Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Using DolbyTM Headphone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Using the Media Player on Battery Power . . . . .47

Auto Insert Notification Function . . . . . . . . . . . .47

5

TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting

Identifying the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Specific Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Troubleshooting Table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Power On Self Test Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Emergency DVD Tray Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Modem Result Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Table of Contents

Restoring Your
Pre-installed Software

Drive Image® Special Edition (DISE). . . . . . . . . .73

6

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Care and Maintenance

Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Floppy Disks and Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Media Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

7

SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications

Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Microprocessor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Mass Storage Device Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

Device Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

Dimensions and Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85

Popular Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85

Pre-Installed Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85

Learning About Your Application Software. . . . .85

LapLink Gold (Windows 98 only) . . . . . . . . . . . .85

Microsoft Works. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85

McAfee.com ActiveShield. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85

LifeBook Security/Application Panel Software. . .86

Fujitsu Service Assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

BatteryAid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

Adobe Acrobat Reader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

Softex BayManager (Windows 98 only) . . . . . . .86

Intel SpeedStep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

8

GLOSSARY

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95

LifeBook S Series

1

Preface

LifeBook S Series

Preface

Preface

ABOUT THIS GUIDE

The LifeBook S Series notebook from Fujitsu PC Corpo­ration is a powerful computer. It is powered by an Intel®
Pentium® III microprocessor, has a built-in color
display, a number of possible configurations, and brings
the computing power of desktop personal computers
(PCs) to a portable environment.

This manual explains how to operate your LifeBook
notebook’s hardware and built-in system software. Your
notebook is compatible with the IBM® PC AT.

It comes with Microsoft Windows® 98 Second Edition
or Windows 2000 Professional pre-installed.

The LifeBook S Series notebook is a completely self­contained unit with an active-matrix (TFT) color LCD
display. It has a powerful interface that enables it to
support a variety of optional features.

Conventions Used in the Guide

Keyboard keys appear in brackets.
Example: [FN], [F1], [ESC], [ENTER] and [CTRL].

Pages with additional information about a specific topic
are cross-referenced within the text.
Example: (See page xx.)

On screen buttons or menu items appear in bold
Example: Click OK to restart your LifeBook notebook.

DOS commands you enter appear in Courier type.
Example: Shutdown the computer?

FUJITSU PC CORPORATION CONTACT INFORMATION

Service and Support

You can contact FPC Service and Support in the
following ways:

■

Toll free: 1-800-8Fujitsu (1-800-838-5487)

■

Fax: [phone]

■

E-mail: [e-mail]

■

Web site: http://www.fujitsupc.com

Before you place the call, you should have the
following information ready so that the customer
support representative can provide you with the
fastest possible solution:

■

Product name

■

Product configuration number

■

Product serial number

■

Purchase date

■

Conditions under which the problem occurred

■

Any error messages that have occurred

■

Hardware configuration

■

Type of device connected, if any

FPC Online

You can go directly to the online FPC Product catalog
for your LifeBook notebook by clicking on the LifeBook
Accessories Web site URL link, located in the Windows
Start menu.

You can also reach FPC Service and Support online by
clicking on the FPC Service and Support Web site URL
link, located in the Service and Support Software folder
of the Windows Start menu.

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your understanding of the subject material.

CAUTION

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important to your safety, to the safe operation of your
computer, or to the integrity of your files. Please read
all caution information carefully.

WARNING

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hazardous to you, your LifeBook notebook, or your
files. Please read all warning information carefully.

POINT

You must have an active internet connection to
use the online URL links.

WARRANTY

Your LifeBook notebook is backed by a one year Interna­tional Limited Warranty. Check the service kit that came
with your notebook for warranty terms and conditions.

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LifeBook S Series – Section One

2

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Getting to Know Your LifeBook Notebook

3

LifeBook S Series – Section Two

4

Figure 2-1 Fujitsu LifeBook S Series notebook

Overview

This section describes the components of your Fujitsu
LifeBook S Series notebook. We strongly recommend
that you read it before using your notebook – even if you
are already familiar with notebook computers.

UNPACKING

When you receive your LifeBook notebook, unpack it
carefully, and compare the parts you have received with
the items listed below.

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

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Intervideo® WinDVD

■

Adaptec Easy CD Creator
Once you have checked and confirmed that your Life­Book system is complete, read through the following
pages to learn about all of your notebook’s components.

For a pre-configured model you should have:

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LifeBook S Series notebook(Figure 2-1)

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AC adapter with AC power cord (Figure 2-2)

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Port Replicator (Figure 2-3)

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External USB Floppy Disk Drive (Figure 2-4)

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Lithium ion battery, pre-installed

■

Weight Saver

■

Phone/Modem (RJ-11) telephone cable

■

Driver and Application Restore CD

■

Getting Started Guide

■

User’s Guide (this document)

■

International Limited Warranty Brochure

■

Certification of Authenticity with operating system
manual.

■

First Cabin Registration card and envelope

■

Fujitsu Service Assistant flier

Depending on your configuration, one of the following
devices is installed in the Flexible Bay:

■

Modular CD-ROM drive

■

Modular DVD drive

■

Modular CD-RW drive

■

Modular DVD/CD-RW combo drive

Depending on your configuration, you may get the
following application CD:

Figure 2-2 AC Adapter

Figure 2-3 Port Replicator (LAN model shown)

Figure 2-4 External USB Floppy Disk Drive

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Closed Cover Switch

Stereo Speaker

Touchpad
Pointing Device

Display Panel

Built-in Microphone

Status Indicator Panel

LifeBook Security/
Application Panel

Suspend/Resume Button

Stereo Speaker

Scroll Button

Display Panel Latch

Figure 2-5 LifeBook notebook (LAN model) with display open

Locating the Controls
and Connectors

TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTS

The following is a brief description of your LifeBook
notebook’s top and front components.

Display Panel Latch

The display panel latch locks and releases the display
panel. (Figure 2-5)

Display Panel

The display panel is a color LCD panel with back
lighting for the display of text and graphics. (Figure 2-5)

Built-in Microphone

The built-in microphone allows mono audio input.

(Figure 2-5)

Keyboard

Status Indicator Panel

The Status Indicator Panel displays symbols that corre­spond with a specific component of your LifeBook note­book. (Figure 2-5) (See Status Indicator Panel on page 13

for more information)

Suspend/Resume Button

The Suspend/Resume button allows you to suspend
notebook activity without powering off, resume your
LifeBook notebook from suspend mode, and power on
your notebook when it has been shut down from
Windows. (Figure 2-5) (See Suspend/Resume Button on

page 36 for more information)

Stereo Speakers

The built-in dual speakers allow for stereo sound.

(Figure 2-5)

Closed Cover Switch

The closed cover switch turns off the LCD back
lighting when the display panel is closed. (Figure 2-5)

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Keyboard

A full-size keyboard with dedicated Windows
keys. (Figure 2-5) (See Keyboard on page 16 for more

information)

Touchpad Pointing Device

The Touchpad pointing device is a mouse-like cursor
control with three buttons: two mouse-like buttons, and
a scroll button. (Figure 2-5) (See Touchpad Pointing

Device on page 19 for more information)

LifeBook Security/Application Panel

The LifeBook Security/Application Panel provides
hardware security and one-touch application launch
capability. (Figure 2-5) (See LifeBook Security/Application

Panel on page 25 for more information)

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

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(CD-ROM/DVD/CD-RW drive)

Flexible Bay

Emergency CD Tray Release

Figure 2-6 LifeBook notebook left-side panel

LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS

The following is a brief description of your LifeBook
notebook’s left-side components.

Flexible Bay

The Flexible Bay can accommodate one of the following
devices. (Figure 2-6) (See Flexible Bay Devices on page 22

for more information)

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Modular DVD drive

■

Modular CD-RW drive

■

Modular CD-ROM drive

■

Modular DVD/CD-RW combo drive

■

Modular SuperDisk 120 drive

■

Modular Lithium ion battery

■

Modular Digital Bay Camera

Anti-theft Lock Slot

Flexible Bay Eject Lever

Flexible Bay Eject Lever

The Flexible Bay eject lever releases the Flexible Bay
device. (Figure 2-6)

Emergency CD Tray Release

The Emergency CD Tray Release allows you to open
the CD tray without powering on your LifeBook note­book. (Figure 2-6)

Anti-theft Lock Slot

The anti-theft lock slot allows you to attach an optional
physical lock down device. (Figure 2-6)

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Air Vents

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Microphone Jack

Stereo Line-in Jack

Headphone Jack

USB Connector

PC Card Slot

PC Card Slot

Figure 2-8 LifeBook notebook right-hand side (non-LAN model)

PC Card Eject/Lock Button

Figure 2-7 LifeBook notebook right-side panel (LAN model)

Microphone Jack

Air Vents

PC Card Eject/Lock Button

RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS

The following is a brief description of your LifeBook
notebook’s right-side components. Note that Figure 2-7
illustrates the LAN model, while Figure 2-8 illustrates
the non-LAN model. For details about your model, go to
the appropriate illustration.

Headphone Jack

The headphone jack allows you to connect headphones
or powered external speakers. (See Headphone Jack on

page 57 for more information)

Stereo Line-in Jack

The stereo line-in jack allows you to connect an external
audio source. (See Stereo Line-In Jack on page 56 for more

information)

Microphone Jack

The microphone jack allows you to connect an external
mono microphone. (See Microphone Jack on page 57 for

more information)

Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Port

Stereo Line-in Jack

Headphone Jack

Modem (RJ-11)
Telephone Port

LAN (RJ-45)

USB Connector

IEEE 1394
Port

S-Video Out Port

PC Card Slot

The PC Card Slot allows you to install one Type II PC
Card. (See PC Cards on page 49 for more information)

LAN (RJ-45) Jack (for LAN models)

The internal LAN (RJ-45) jack is used for an internal
Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-TX) connection.

(See Internal LAN (RJ-45) Jack (for LAN models only) on
page 55 for more information)

Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Port

The Modem (RJ-11) telephone jack is for attaching
a telephone line to the internal multinational 56K
modem. (See Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack on page 55

for more information)

IEEE 1394 Jack (for non-LAN models)

The 1394 jack is used to connect between your LifeBook
and a peripheral such as a digital video camera.(See IEEE

1394 Jack* (for non-LAN models only) on page 55 for
more information)

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S-Video Port (non-LAN model only)

The S-Video output is used to transmit the S-Video
signal. The S-Video port is used to connect to a compat­ible TV or VCR.(See S-Video Out Port on page 52 for

more information)

USB Port

The USB port allows you to connect Universal Serial Bus
devices. (See Universal Serial Bus Port on page 56 for more

information)

WARNING

The internal modem is not intended for use with Digital
PBX systems. Do not connect the internal modem to a
Digital PBX as it may cause serious damage to the
internal modem or your entire notebook. Consult your
PBX manufacturer’s documentation for details. Some
hotels have Digital PBX systems. Be sure to find out
BEFORE you connect your modem.

CAUTION

The internal multinational modem is designed to the
ITU-T V.90 standard. Its maximum speed of 53000bps
is the highest allowed by FCC, and its actual connection
rate depends on the line conditions. The maximum
speed is 33600bps at upload.

For additional information about the multinational
modem, refer to the Fujitsu web site at:
www.fujitsupc.com/modems

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Power Switch

Infrared Port

Air Vents

USB Port

External Monitor Port

Figure 2-9 LifeBook notebook back panel

BACK PANEL COMPONENTS

Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note­book’s back panel components.

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

DC Power Jack

Infrared Port

The fast IrDA compatible port allows you to communi­cate with another IrDA compatible infrared device
without a cable. (Figure 2-9) (See Infrared Port on

page 56 for more information)

External Monitor Port

The external monitor port allows you to connect an
external monitor. (Figure 2-9) (See External Monitor Port

on page 57 for more information)

DC Power Jack

The DC power jack allows you to plug in the AC adapter
or the optional Auto/Airline adapter to power your note­book and charge the internal Lithium ion battery.
(Figure 2-9)

Power Switch

This switch is the main power switch for your LifeBook
notebook. (Figure 2-9)

USB Port

The USB port allows you to connect Universal Serial Bus
devices. (Figure 2-9) (See Universal Serial Bus Port on

page 56 for more information)

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Port Replicator Connector

Memory Upgrade Compartment

Lithium ion Battery Bay Lock Button

Hard Disk Drive

Figure 2-10 LifeBook notebook bottom panel

Certificate of
Authenticity
Label (approximate
location)

Main Unit and Configuration Label

Lithium ion Battery Bay Release Button

Lithium ion Battery Bay

BOTTOM COMPONENTS

The following is a brief description of your LifeBook
notebook’s bottom panel components.

Port Replicator Connector

This connector allows you to connect the Port Replicator
to your notebook. (Figure 2-10)

Memory Upgrade Compartment

Your LifeBook notebook comes with high speed
Synchronous Dynamic RAM (SDRAM). The memory
upgrade compartment allows you to expand the system
memory capacity of your LifeBook notebook, hence
improving overall performance. (Figure 2-10) (See

Memory Upgrade Module on page 51 for more informa­tion)

Lithium ion Battery Bay Lock Button

Slide this lock button to lock/unlock the internal battery.

(Figure 2-10)

Lithium ion Battery Bay Release Button

Slide the release button to release the internal battery.

(Figure 2-10)

Lithium ion Battery Bay

The battery bay contains the internal Lithium ion
battery. It can be opened for the removal of the battery
when stored over a long period of time or for swapping
a discharged battery with a charged Lithium ion battery.

(Figure 2-10) (See Lithium ion Battery on page 41 for
more information)

Main Unit and Configuration Label

The configuration label shows the model number and
other information about your LifeBook notebook. In
addition, the configuration portion of the label has the
serial number and manufacturer information that you
will need to give your support representative. It identi­fies the exact version of various components of your
notebook. (Figure 2-10)

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Power

AC Adapter

Battery
Identifier

Battery Charging

Battery
Level

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Hard Drive
Access

Media Player
Drive Access

Figure 2-11 Status Indicator Panel

Floppy/SuperDisk
Drive Access

PC Card
Access
(PC Card Slot)

PC Card Access
(Flex Bay Slot)

NumLk

CapsLk

ScrLk

Security
Indicator

Status Indicator Panel

The Status Indicator displays symbols that correspond
with a specific component of your Fujitsu LifeBook
notebook. These symbols tell you how each of those
components are operating. (Figure 2-11)

POWER INDICATOR

The Power indicator symbol states whether your
system is operational. It has several different states,
each of which tells you what mode your notebook is
in at that time.

■

Steady On: This means that there is power to your
LifeBook notebook and that it is ready for use.

■

Flashing: This means that your LifeBook notebook is
in Suspend mode.

■

Steady Off: This means that your system is either in
Save-to-Disk mode, or that your LifeBook notebook
has been turned off with the power switch.

If you are charging your battery, the Power indicator
symbol will remain on even if your notebook is shut off.
The Power indicator symbol will also remain on if you
have either adapter connected and are shut down from
Windows, but have not turned off the power switch.

states that can tell you what power source your LifeBook
notebook is using.

■

On: This means that either of the adapters are
currently in use.

■

Off: Power is only coming from the batteries, and
you do not have an adapter connected.

BATTERY LEVEL INDICATORS

The two Battery Level indicators state whether or not the
primary Lithium ion battery and/or the optional second
Lithium ion battery are installed (Battery 1 refers to the
primary Lithium ion battery, while Battery 2 refers to the
Flexible Bay optional second battery). In addition, this
symbol states how much charge is available within each
installed battery. The symbol will only be displayed for a
battery that is currently installed in your LifeBook note­book. (Figure 2-12)

AC ADAPTER INDICATOR

The AC Adapter indicator states whether your notebook
is operating from the AC adapter, the Auto/Airline
adapter or the batteries. This icon has two different

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76%–100% Charging

76%–100%

51%–75%

26%–50%

11%–25%

Low Warning <11%

Critical Low or
Dead Battery

Shorted Battery

Figure 2-12 Battery Level Indicator

CAUTION

A shorted battery is damaged and must be replaced.

(Figure 2-12)

POINT

If there is no battery activity, the power adapters are
not connected, and the power switch is Off, the Battery
Level indicators will also be off.

cation function active. (See Auto Insert Notification Func­tion on page 47 for more information)

POINT

The Windows 98 Second Edition DVD/CD-RW/CD­ROM Auto Insert Notification function will periodically
check for a DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM installed in the
drive, causing the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Access
indicator to flash. The DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Auto
Insert Notification function allows your system to
automatically start a DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM as soon
as it is inserted in the drive and the tray is closed. It will
begin playing an audio DVD/CD or will start an
application if the DVD/CD has an auto-run file

(See
Auto Insert Notification Function on page 47 for more
information)

HARD DRIVE OR REMOVABLE

MEDIA DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR

The Hard Drive Access indicator states whether your
internal hard drive or optional second hard drive is
being accessed.

POINT

The Hard Drive Access indicator does not show which
hard drive is being accessed.

BATTERY CHARGING INDICATORS

Located to the left of each of the Battery Level indicators
is a small arrow symbol. This symbol states whether that
specific battery is charging. This indicator operates
whether the power switch is in the On or Off position,
and will flash if the battery is too hot or cold to charge.

CAUTION

Batteries subjected to shocks, vibration or extreme
temperatures can be permanently damaged.

DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM DRIVE

ACCESS INDICATOR

The DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Access indicator tells you
that the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM drive is being accessed.
If the Auto Insert Notification function is active, the
indicator will flash periodically when your system is
checking the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM drive. If the Auto
Insert Notification function is not active, the indicator
will only flash when you access the DVD/CD-RW/CD­ROM drive. The default setting is the Auto Insert Notifi-

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FLOPPY/SUPERDISK DRIVE

ACCESS INDICATOR

The Floppy/SuperDisk Drive Access indicator states
whether the floppy disk or SuperDisk drive is being
accessed. This indicator will flash if your software
tries to access a disk even if no floppy disk drive is
installed. (See External USB Floppy Disk Drive on page 43

for more information)

PC CARD ACCESS INDICATORS

The PC Card Access indicators state whether or not your
notebook is accessing a PC Card. The first icon repre­sents the PC Card slot; the second icon represents a PC
Card slot located in the Flexible Bay. The indicators will
flash if your software tries to access a PC Card even if
there is no card installed. (See PC Cards on page 49 for

more information)

NUMLK INDICATOR

The NumLk indicator states that the internal keyboard is
set in ten-key numeric keypad mode.

POINT

If you are using the optional external numerical keypad,
pressing the [NumLk] key will activate the external
keypad. The indicator will come on, however it will not
change any of the functionality of your keyboard keys.

CAPSLOCK INDICATOR

The CapsLock indicator states that your keyboard is set
to type in all capital letters.

SCRLK INDICATOR

The ScrLk indicator states that your scroll lock is active.

SECURITY INDICATOR

The Security Indicator flashes (if a password was set)
when the system resumes from Off or Suspend modes.
You must enter the password that was set in the Security
Panel before your system will resume operation.

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Function Keys

Fn Key

Start Key

Numeric Keypad

Figure 2-13 Keyboard

Keyboard

USING THE KEYBOARD

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has an integral 82-key
keyboard. The keys perform all the standard functions of
a 101-key keyboard, including the Windows keys and
other special function keys. This section describes the
following keys. (Figure 2-13)

■

Numeric keypad: Your notebook allows certain keys to
serve dual purposes, both as standard characters and
as numeric and mathematical keys. The ability to tog­gle between the standard character and numerical keys
is controlled through the [NumLk] key.

■

Cursor keys: Your keyboard contains four arrow
keys for moving the cursor or insertion point to the
right, left, up, or down within windows, applications
and documents.

■

Function keys: The keys labeled [F1] through [F12],
are used in conjunction with the [FN] key to produce
special actions that vary depending on what program
is running.

■

Windows keys: These keys work with your Windows
operating system and function the same as the

Application Key

Cursor Keys

onscreen Start menu button, or the right button
on your pointing device.

NUMERIC KEYPAD

Certain keys on the keyboard perform dual functions as
both standard character keys and numeric keypad keys.
NumLk can be activated by pressing the [NumLk] keys.
Turning off the NumLk feature is done the same way.
Once this feature is activated you can enter numerals 0
through 9, perform addition ( + ), subtraction ( - ),
multiplication ( * ), or division ( / ), and enter decimal
points ( . ) using the keys designated as ten-key function
keys. The keys in the numeric keypad are marked on the
front edge of the key to indicate their secondary functions.
(Figure 2-13)

POINT

If you are using the optional external numerical keypad,
pressing the [NumLk] key will activate the external key­pad. The indicator will come on, however it will not
change any of the functionality of your keyboard keys.

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Getting to Know Your LifeBook

WINDOWS KEYS

Your LifeBook notebook has two Windows keys,
consisting of a Start key and an Application key. The
Start key displays the Start menu. This button functions
the same as your onscreen Start menu button. The
Application key functions the same as your right mouse
button and displays shortcut menus for the selected
item. (Please refer to your Windows documentation for
additional information regarding the Windows keys.)

(Figure 2-13)

CURSOR KEYS

The cursor keys are the four arrow keys on the keyboard
which allow you to move the cursor up, down, left and
right in applications. In programs such as Windows
Explorer, it moves the “focus” (selects the next item up,
down, left, or right). (Figure 2-13)

FUNCTION KEYS

Your LifeBook notebook has 12 function keys, F1
through F12. The functions assigned to these keys differ
for each application. You should refer to your software
docu-mentation to find out how these keys are used.

(Figure 2-13)

The [FN] key provides extended functions for the
notebook and is always used in conjunction with
another key.

■

[FN+F3]: Pressing [F3] while holding [FN] will toggle
the Audio Mute on and off.

■

[FN+F4]: Pressing [F4] while holding [FN] will toggle
the Glide Point feature on and off.

■

[FN+F5]: Pressing [F5] while holding [FN] allows
you to toggle between video compensation and no
compensation. (Video compensation controls spacing
on the display. When it is enabled, displays with less
than 1024 x 768 or 800 x 600 pixel resolution will still
cover the entire screen.)

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[FN+F6]: Pressing [F6] repeatedly while holding [FN]
will lower the brightness of your display.*

■

[FN+F7]: Pressing [F7] repeatedly while holding [FN]
will increase the brightness of the display.*

■

[FN+F8]: Pressing [F8] repeatedly while holding [FN]
will decrease the volume of your LifeBook note­book.**

■

[FN+F9]: Pressing [F9] repeatedly while holding [FN]
will increase the volume of your LifeBook notebook.**

■

[FN+F10]: Pressing [F10] while holding [FN] allows
you to change your selection of where to send your
display video. Each time you press the combination
of keys you will step to the next choice. The choices,
in order, are: built-in display panel only, both built-in
display panel and external monitor or external
monitor only.

* There are eight brightness levels.

** There are 17 audio levels.

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Cursor

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Cursor Control

Figure 2-14 Touchpad pointing device

Touchpad Pointing Device

The Touchpad pointing device comes built into your
Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. It is used to control the
movement of the pointer to select items on your display
panel. The Touchpad is composed of a cursor control, a
left and right button, and a scrolling button. The cursor
control works the same way a mouse does, and moves
the cursor around the display. It only requires light pres­sure with the tip of your finger. The left and right
buttons function the same as mouse buttons. The actual
functionality of the buttons may vary depending on the
application that is being used. The scrolling button
allows you to navigate quickly through pages, without
having to use the scroll bars. (Figure 2-14)

POINT

An external mouse can be connected to either the USB
or PS/2 port on your LifeBook notebook or port replica­tor, and used simultaneously with the Touchpad. How­ever, if you boot the system with an external mouse
connected the Touchpad will be disabled or enabled
depending on the specifications in your BIOS settings.

(See BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for more informa­tion)

Left Button

Right Button

Scroll Button

to perform the clicking operation by tapping lightly on
the Touchpad once. (Figure 2-15)

Figure 2-15 Clicking

DOUBLE-CLICKING

Double-clicking means pushing and releasing the left
button twice in rapid succession. This procedure does
not function with the right button. To double-click,
move the cursor to the item you wish to select, press
the left button twice, and then immediately release it.
You also have the option to perform the double-click
operation by tapping lightly on the Touchpad twice.

(Figure 2-16)

CLICKING

Clicking means pushing and releasing a button.
To left-click, move the cursor to the item you wish
to select, press the left button once, and then immedi­ately release it. To right-click, move the mouse cursor to
the item you wish to select, press the right button once,
and then immediately release it. You also have the option

Figure 2-16 Double-clicking

POINT

If the interval between clicks is too long, the double­click will not be executed.

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POINT

Parameters for the Touchpad can be adjusted from the
Mouse Properties dialog box located in the Windows
Control Panel.

DRAGGING

Dragging means pressing and holding the left button,
while moving the cursor. To drag, move the cursor to
the item you wish to move. Press and hold the left
button while moving the item to its new location
and then release it. Dragging can also be done using the
Touchpad. First, tap the Touchpad twice over the item
you wish to move making sure to leave your finger on
the pad after the final tap. Next, move the object to its
new location by moving your finger across the
Touchpad, and then release your finger. (Figure 2-17)

Figure 2-17 Dragging

TOUCHPAD CONTROL ADJUSTMENT

The Windows Control Panel allows you to customize your
Touchpad with selections made from within the Mouse
Properties dialog box.

SCROLLING

Using the Scrolling button allows you to navigate
through a document quickly without using the window’s
scroll bars. This is particularly useful when you are navi­gating through on-line pages. To use the Scrolling
button, press the crescent shape at the top or bottom of
the button to scroll up or down a page. When you have
reached the desired section of the page, release the
button. (Figure 2-18)

Figure 2-18 Scrolling

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Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Volume Control

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has multiple volume
controls which interact with each other.

POINT

Any software that contains audio files will also contain
a volume control of its own. If you install an external
audio device that has an independent volume control,
the hardware volume control and the software volume
control will interact with each other. It should be noted
that if you set your software volume to Off, you will
override the external volume control setting.

CONTROLLING THE VOLUME

The volume can be controlled in several different ways:

■

Volume can be set from within the Volume Control on
the Taskbar.

■

Volume can be controlled with the F8 and F9 func­tions keys. Pressing [F8] repeatedly while holding

[FN] will decrease the volume of your notebook.
Pressing [F9] repeatedly while holding [FN] will
increase the volume of your notebook.

POINT

There are seventeen levels through which the function
keys cycle.

■

Volume can be controlled by many volume controls
that are set within individual applications.

■

Certain external audio devices you might connect to
your system may have hardware volume controls.

Each source discussed above puts an upper limit on the
volume level that must then be followed by the other
sources.

We recommend that you experiment with the various
volume controls to discover the optimal sound level.

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Flexible Bay

Flexible Bay Eject Lever

Figure 2-19 Flexible Bay

Flexible Bay Devices

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains a Flexible Bay.
The Flexible Bay can accommodate a modular DVD
drive, CD-ROM drive, CD-RW drive, SuperDisk drive,
Lithium ion battery, modular PC Card slot adapter,
modular Digital Bay Camera and weight saver.

(Figure 2-19)

Your Flexible Bay will have one of the following devices
installed. These devices are also optional and can be
purchased separately. (Figure 2-20)

■

Modular DVD drive: This allows you to access movies,
software and audio DVD/CDs.

■

Modular CD-ROM drive: This allows you to access
both software and audio CDs.

The following are also Flexible Bay optional devices
which can be purchased separately. (Figure 2-20)

■

Modular CD-RW drive: This allows you to access
both software and audio CDs as well as the ability
to write to CDs.

■

Modular DVD/CD-RW combo drive: This allows you
to access movies, software and audio DVD/CDs, as
well as the ability to write to CDs.

■

Modular SuperDisk drive: This is an optional
120MB floppy disk drive made by Imation, for use
with your notebook.

■

Modular Lithium ion battery: This is a rechargeable
battery that can be used to power your LifeBook note­book when an adapter is not connected.

■

Weight Saver: This is used to fill the bay when no
device is needed.

■

Modular Digital Bay Camera: This is a Digital Camera
that can be used to take digital stills or video.

SuperDisk 120 Drive

DVD/CD-ROM/
CD-RW/
Combo Drive

Lithium ion Battery

Weight Saver

Digital Bay Camera

Figure 2-20 Flexible Bay Devices

REMOVING AND INSTALLING MODULAR DEVICES

There are two ways to remove and install modular
devices in the Flexible Bay:

■

Cold-swapping: swapping devices while your
LifeBook notebook is powered off.

■

Hot-swapping: swapping devices while your
system is active using BayManager™ software
(Windows 98 only) or the Unplug/Eject icon from
your desktop (Windows 2000). Note that if the weight
saver is installed rather than a modular device, it is not
necessary to use BayManager when removing it.

WARNING

You should never leave your Flexible Bay empty when
the notebook is in operation. If left empty, dust or for­eign matter may accumulate inside the notebook.

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Cold-swapping

To cold-swap modular devices in your Flexible Bay
follow these easy steps: (Figure 2-21)

1. Close any open files.

2. Shut down your LifeBook notebook.

3. Pull out the Flexible Bay eject lever. This will push
your device out slightly, allowing you to remove the
device.

4. Slide your device out until it is clear of the bay.
This will require light force.

(a)

Flexible Bay Eject Lever

(c)

Figure 2-21 Removing/Installing a device in the Flexible Bay

(b)

(d)

CAUTION

Be careful when aligning and seating devices in the bay.
If the fit is incorrect, you may damage the bay or the
device. If the device does not move easily in the bay,
remove it, and check for dirt or foreign objects. It will
require a firm push to latch the device in place.

5. Slide the device you are installing into your
notebook until it clicks into place.

6. It is now safe to turn your notebook back on.

7. You can now access and use the device.

Your LifeBook notebook will automatically detect the
new device and activate it within your system. The drive
letters associated with the device will be created and
listed under My Computer and Windows Explorer.

Hot-swapping with BayManager

™

under Windows

98 Second Edition

BayManager

™

provides a simple and powerful method
of switching modular devices on your notebook without
having to reboot. Windows 98 Second Edition does not
natively support hot-swapping. With BayManager, you

can swap modular devices while your OS is running, this
is called hot-swapping.

Using BayManager

It’s easy to swap modular devices on your LifeBook note­book using BayManager. To hot-swap modular devices
follow these steps:

1. Point your mouse on the BayManager icon on the
Windows Taskbar in the lower right corner of
your screen.

2. Double click the left mouse button to bring up the
BayManager window.

POINT

Devices are protected from being removed while the
OS is using it. If the device is in use, an Error Message
window pops up and requests you to close any open files.
Close any open files and restart procedure at step 1.

3. Click Remove/Swap or Insert button to change a
device in the Flexible Bay.

4. A message appears telling you that it is safe to
swap devices.

5. Swap the modular devices.

6. Click OK button.

7. You can access and use the device when the “System
Device change” message goes away.

Your notebook will automatically detect the new device
and activate it within your system. The drive letters
associated with the device will be created and listed
under My Computer and Windows Explorer.

Key Information About BayManager

You can see the type of device present in the Flexible Bay
by pointing at the BayManager icon on the Taskbar or in
the Storage Device tab of BayManager Properties. Infor­mation about the device appears as follows:

■

Built-in CD-ROM/CD-RW/DVD drive:

Identified as “CD-ROM”

■

Built-in SuperDisk or a second hard disk drive:

Identified as “DiskDrive”

■

Built-in floppy disk drive (FDD), FDD connected via
specific connector on the connector box, or USB FDD:

Identified as “Floppy”

Tips About Using BayManager

■

If you have BayManager installed in your computer,
and want to enable Direct Memory Access (DMA) to a
bay device, click the device icon on the Storage Devices
tab of the BayManager dialogue box to check DMA.
Note that not all devices support DMA.

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■

Before running the software to swap or remove the
current Flexible Bay device, be sure to close all the
other applications that could be using the current bay
device.

■

If you swapped or inserted your Flexible Bay device
with My Computer or Windows Explorer opened,
click View, and then click Refresh.

■

The Copy Disk utility for the built-in SuperDisk
cannot be used if BayManager is installed. To work
around this limitation, perform the following steps:
(Note that in order to copy SuperDisk media, your
memory size must be greater than the size of the
SuperDisk media.)

■

Create an empty folder on your C: drive to which
you will copy the files.

■

Open the SuperDisk files using My Computer or
Windows Explorer.

■

Click Edit/Select All.

■

Copy all the files to the newly-created folder.

■

Swap the disk with an empty formatted disk.

■

Copy all the files from the new folder to the
empty disk.

■

If you have BayManager installed in your notebook,
and insert a SuperDisk into its drive on the Flexible
Bay, the disk will indicate Removable Disk on the
screen; this phenomenon does not affect your opera­tions adversely.

■

If you are running Adaptec Easy CD Creator, and
want to swap or remove the current multi-bay device,
close Adaptec Easy CD Creator, wait for about 30
seconds, then do the swapping or removal.

■

After you swap or insert your Flexible Bay device, the
CD-ROM or DVD Autorun might stop. To work
around this problem, go to My Computer and double­click the icon for CD-ROM or DVD drive.

■

If a LifeBook notebook with a USB FDD connected is
put on Standby, the drive letter for the FDD might
change (from A) after the computer is brought out of
the power saving state. This phenomenon does not
affect operations adversely.

■

If Windows is started on a LifeBook notebook with an
external USB FDD connected, an icon for the FDD
might not appear in My Computer or Windows
Explorer. If you encounter this problem, remove the
FDD from your computer, then reconnect it.

■

Wait about 30 seconds after Windows 98 Second
Edition boots up or resumes from Standby/Hiberna­tion before using BayManager.

■

If the FDD (A:) is not shown in My Computer or
Windows Explorer even if the FDD is connected,
please execute [Insert] by using BayManager.

■

If you remove a CD-RW drive, you may hear a noise;
this phenomenon does not affect your operations
adversely.

■

If you have BayManager installed in your computer,
and want to use an ATA Flash or similar PC Card, do
the following:

1. In the Control Panel window, double-click the

System icon.

2. From the Device Manager tab, select Computer,

then click Properties.

3. From the Reserve Resources tab, click Input/

Output (I/O).

4. Click Add.

5. Type 170 in the Start Value box, and 177 in the

End Value box. Click OK.

6. Click OK in the Computer Properties window.

7. Click OK in the System Properties window.

■

If you have BayManager installed in your computer,
and want to use a USB Audio device (e.g., USB
speakers), disconnect the USB Audio before you insert
a PCMCIA card.

Hot-swapping under Windows 2000 Professional

Under Windows 2000 Professional, hot-swapping is
provided through the Unplug or Eject Hardware utility.
The icon for the utility appears on the taskbar.

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Security Indicator

Security/Application Launcher buttons (for entering password and launching applications)

Figure 2-22 LifeBook Security/Application Panel

Enter Button

LifeBook Security/
Application Panel

A unique feature of your LifeBook notebook is the Secu­rity/Application Panel that allows you to secure your
LifeBook notebook from unauthorized use. The Secu­rity/Application Panel also allows you to launch applica­tions with a touch of a button when your system is on.

If the security system is activated, upon starting your
LifeBook notebook or resuming from suspend mode the
security system requires you to enter a password code
using the buttons on the Security/Application Panel.
After entering a correct password, your LifeBook note­book resumes system operation. (Figure 2-22)

SETTING UP YOUR LIFEBOOK SECURITY PANEL

When you receive your LifeBook notebook, the security
panel application is pre-installed without any passwords.
The following sections will provide detailed information
on your security panel, how to set, change or remove
passwords.

Numbered Buttons

Use these buttons to enter your password.(Figure 2-22)

Enter Button

After entering the button strokes, push this button to
enter the password into the LifeBook notebook.

(Figure 2-22)

PASSWORDS

The user and supervisor password may be set on this
notebook. A supervisor password is typically the same
for all LifeBook notebooks in a working group, office, or
company to allow for system management. Individual
LifeBook notebooks in a group environment should not
use a common password. A password consists of one to
five button strokes plus the enter button. A valid stroke
consists of pushing one or up to four buttons simulta­neously. The following are valid button strokes:

■

Pushing [4] by itself

■

Pushing [2] and [3] at the same time

■

Pushing [1], [2], and [4] at the same time

■

Pushing [1], [2], [3], and [4] at the same time

The following are valid passwords. The numbers
within braces ({ }) are button strokes using more
than one button.

■

{[2]+[3]}, [1], [enter]

■

[4], [enter]

■

{[1]+[3]}, {[2]+[3]+[4]}, [1], [4], [2], [enter]

Setting Passwords

When shipped from the factory, no passwords are set.
You have a choice of having no password or setting a
supervisor and user password. You must set the super­visor password before the user password.

POINT

The purpose of supervisor password is to be able to
bypass the user password in case the user password is
forgotten. The supervisor password alone will not lock
the system.

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POINT

You have to set both the supervisor and user passwords
for the security panel to work.

Setting Supervisor Password

You must have set a supervisor password before setting
any user passwords. The supervisor password can bypass
the user password.

1. Go to the Start menu.

2. Click on Run.

3. Type in FJSECS.EXE, then press [Enter]

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to set the
Supervisor password.

Setting User Password

1 Go to the Start menu.

2. Click on Programs.

3. Click on Security Panel Application and
Set User Password.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to set the
user password.

POINT

You may change or remove the supervisor or user
password by repeating the steps defined above.

OPERATING YOUR LIFEBOOK SECURITY/ APPLICATION PANEL

The security lock feature is in effect both when the system
resumes from Off or suspend state. You always need to
push the Suspend /Resume button to input the user pass­word. Your system will not begin the boot sequence
without entering your supervisor/user password.

From Off State

1. Turn on your system.

2. When the Security Indicator flashes, enter the pass­word and press Enter button.

For example, if the password is 22222,
Press Button Number 2 five times and press Enter
button.

The notebook will boot to normal operation.

From Suspend State

1. Press your Suspend/Resume button.

2. When the Security Indicator flashes, enter the pass­word and press Enter button.

The notebook should resume normal operation.

Incorrect Password Entry

If an invalid supervisor or user password is entered three
times in succession, the system will “beep” for about one
minute. If a valid password is entered within a minute
(while system beeps), the beeping will stop and the Life­Book notebook will resume normal operation. If no or
an invalid password is entered while the system beeps,
the system will return to its previous locked state
(suspend or off) and the Security Indicator will go off.
To reactivate the LifeBook notebook after a password
failure, you must press the Suspend/Resume button,
then enter a correct password.

POINT

Remember the user password you specified on the
Security Panel Application. If you forget the password
you will not be able to use your computer. The super­visor password can override the user password.

PRECAUTIONS

Opening and Closing the Cover

Closing the cover automatically places the LifeBook
notebook into suspend mode. Opening the cover does
not automatically place the notebook into normal oper­ation. Instead, you must enter the proper security pass­word after pushing the Suspend/Resume button.

Low Battery Operations

If your LifeBook notebook has low battery, pushing the
suspend/resume button only turns on the Security Indi­cator. Your LifeBook notebook does not unlock, the
Security Indicator turns off after one minute. To resume
normal operation, first attach a power supply to the Life­Book notebook. Then you may unlock the notebook.

UNINSTALLING THE SECURITY PANEL APPLICATION

You have two options when uninstalling the security
panel application:

■

Uninstall the security panel application software.
This will disable all security feature.

■

Uninstall the security panel application with password
still active. This will not allow any changes to the
password.

Uninstalling the Security Panel Application Software

Remove passwords when User wants no password
protection whatsoever and doesn’t want to give anybody
the utility to set a password on their computer. In this
case, if passwords (supervisor, user, or both) are set, the
passwords must first be cleared BEFORE removing the
application. To clear passwords, follow same procedure
in SETTING PASSWORD CODES except this time,

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select REMOVE, enter current password then click Next.
When asked to confirm select Ye s .

Removing Security Panel Application with Passwords Still Active

Using this feature will not allow any changes to
the password.

POINT

Removing the applications does not remove the
password. It simply removes the utility to change/add/
remove passwords. To change your password you must
reinstall the application.

User:

1. Go to Start Menu, Click on Control Panel.

2. Open Add/Remove Programs Properties in the

Control Panel.

3. Select the Security Panel Application in the list, and
click Add/Remove.

4. When the Confirm File Deletion box appears,
click Ye s .

Supervisor:

1. Go to Start Menu, Click on Control Panel.

2. Open Add/Remove Programs Properties in the
Control Panel.

3. Select the Security Panel Application for
Supervisor in the list, and click Add/Remove.

4. When the Confirm File Deletion box appears,
click Ye s .

Reinstalling the Security/Application Panel

To reinstall supervisor or user security application, you
will need your Drivers and Utilities CD. The Secpanel
folder located in the Utilities\Security Panel contains
the setup files for supervisor and user security applica­tion.

1. Double-click the Setup FJSECS.EXE file. The
Installing Security Panel Application window will
appear. Follow the instructions on the screen.

2. Double-click the Setup FJSECU.EXE file. The
Installing Security Panel Application window will
appear. Follow the instructions on the screen.

Supervisor and user passwords can be set by the

Windows Software which are FJSECS.EXE and
FJSECU.EXE respectively. FJSECU.EXE for user
password cannot run without supervisor password.
First you need to run FJSECS.EXE to set supervisor
password before setting user password. Follow
instructions under Setting Passwords.

If you forget both passwords, please contact Fujitsu PC
Corporation Service and Support at 1-800-8FUJITSU

(1-800-838-5487). Fujitsu PC Corporation charges a
service fee for unlocking a password restricted notebook.
When calling please have a valid credit card and provide
proof of ownership. You will then be given instructions
on where to ship your LifeBook notebook.

LAUNCHING APPLICATIONS WITH THE SECURITY/APPLICATION PANEL

The security panel also enables you to launch applications
with the touch of a button when your system is on.
Pressing any of the buttons will launch a user-defined
application. Your LifeBook notebook is pre-installed with
software utilities that let you operate and configure your
LifeBook Security /Application Panel. These utilities are
found under the Start menu, under Programs, then under
LifeBook Application Panel. They include Application
Panel Setup, Application Panel Guide, Activate Panel and
Deactivate Panel. Reference Table 7-1 for a list of the
default applications associated with the Application Panel
buttons.

Configuring your LifeBook Application Panel

When you start Windows, the LifeBook Application
Panel is automatically activated. An icon resembling a
finger pressing a button will appear on the system tray
(the indented portion of the status bar where the clock is
displayed). When you see this icon you will know that
LifeBook Application Panel is active.

As an application launcher, the LifeBook Application
Panel is very flexible, giving you a variety of options. To
set up the Panel to best suit your needs, we have
provided the Application Panel Setup utility that quickly
and easily helps you make the most of this valuable
feature.

To configure your LifeBook Application Panel with
Application Panel Setup:

1. Click on Start.

2. Click on Programs.

3. Click on LifeBook Application Panel.

4. Click on Application Panel Setup.

The Application Panel Setup utility will appear. There
are tabs that correspond to the application buttons on
the LifeBook Application Panel. When you receive your
LifeBook notebook, these buttons are pre-configured to
launch specific programs, as referenced in Chapter 7 of
this document.

POINT

The tabs in Application Panel Setup may not be in the
same order as the buttons on your LifeBook notebook,
please select the tab you wish to change carefully.

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To change an application associated with the Application
buttons, click on the tab for the button you would like to
reconfigure – for example, Application 1. Click on
Browse from Start Menu, scroll down the list of applica­tions, click on the application you wish to launch with
this button, and then click OK. The button will now
launch the new application.

The Internet tab is different. It comes set to launch your
Windows default Internet browser (Internet Explorer),
unless you have changed this in Windows 98 Second
Edition or Windows 2000 Professional. In order to
reconfigure it to launch another program follow these
easy steps:

1. Click on Other from the Internet browser box.

2. Click on Browse from Start Menu.

3. Scroll down the list of applications, and then click
on the application you wish to launch with this
button.

4. Click OK.

The button will now launch the new application. If you
want to return to launching your Windows default
Internet browser with this button, you need only click
on “Default Internet Browser” from the Internet browser
box. Be aware that you will erase the settings for the
“other application”. If you wish to go back to launching
the “other application” from this button, you will need
to reconfigure it as described above.

Deactivating and Activating the LifeBook Application Panel

To deactivate the LifeBook Application Panel, follow
these easy steps:

1. Click on Start.

2. Click on Programs.

3. Click on LifeBook Application Panel.

4. Click on Deactivate Panel.

To reactivate, follow the same procedure, except for
step 4. Click on Activate Panel instead.

POINT

Every time you start Windows 98 Second Edition or
Windows 2000 Professional the LifeBook Application
Panel is activated, even if you deactivated it before you
shut down.

POINT

If your system has dedicated one of the application
launcher buttons to be an Internet launcher, the button
can still be configured to launch any application you
wish, not just an Internet browser.

When you have finished with Application Panel Setup
click OK, and the new settings will take effect. You can
reconfigure your LifeBook Application Panel as often as
you like.

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Getting Started

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LifeBook S Series – Section Three

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Getting Started

DC Output Cable

AC Cable

Figure 3-1 Connecting the AC Adapter

Power Sources

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has three possible
power sources: a primary Lithium ion battery, an AC
adapter or an optional Auto/Airline adapter.

CONNECTING THE POWER ADAPTERS

The AC adapter or optional Auto/Airline adapter
provides power for operating your notebook and
charging the batteries.

Connecting the AC Adapter

1. Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack
of your LifeBook notebook.

2. Plug the AC adapter into an AC electrical outlet.

(Figure 3-1)

Connecting the Optional Auto/Airline Adapter

1. Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack
on your notebook.

DC Power Jack

AC Adapter

2. Plug the Auto/Airline adapter into the cigarette
lighter of an automobile with the ignition key in
the On or Accessories position.

OR

3. Plug the Auto/Airline adapter into the DC power
jack on an airplane seat.

Switching from AC Adapter Power or the Auto/Airline Adapter to Battery Power

1. Be sure that you have at least one charged
battery installed.

2. Remove the AC adapter or the Auto/Airline adapter.

POINT

The Lithium ion battery is not charged upon purchase.
Initially, you will need to connect either the AC adapter
or the Auto/Airline adapter to use your notebook.

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Display Panel Latch

Figure 3-2 Opening the Display Panel

Display Panel

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains a display panel
that is backlit for easier viewing in bright environments
and maintains top resolution through the use of active­matrix technology.

OPENING THE DISPLAY PANEL

1. Press the Display Panel latch. This releases the
locking mechanism and raises the display slightly.

2. Lift the display backwards, being careful not to
touch the screen, until it is at a comfortable
viewing angle. (Figure 3-2)

ADJUSTING DISPLAY PANEL BRIGHTNESS

Once you have turned on your LifeBook notebook, you
may want to adjust the brightness level of the screen to a
more comfortable viewing level. There are two ways to
adjust the brightness, by using the keyboard or the
power management utility.

Using the Keyboard

Adjusting the brightness using the keyboard changes the
setting only temporarily.

■

[FN+F6]: Pressing repeatedly will lower the
brightness of your display.

■

[FN+F7]: Pressing repeatedly will increase the
brightness of the display.

Using the Power Management Utility

Adjusting the brightness using the Power Management
changes the setting permanently.

1. Double-click the Battery icon in the lower right
corner of your display. This will open the BatteryAid
Properties dialog box.

2. Select the Power Control tab and adjust your
LCD Backlighting to the desired level.

3. Click OK or Apply to permanently change
the settings.

You may need to readjust the brightness level periodi­cally depending on your operating environment.

POINT

The higher the brightness level, the more power the
notebook will consume and the faster your batteries
will discharge. For maximum battery life, make sure that
the brightness is set as low as possible.

CLOSING THE DISPLAY PANEL

1. Holding the edge of your display panel, pull it
forward until it is flush with the body of your Life­Book notebook.

2. Push down until you hear a click. This will
engage the locking mechanism and prevent
your display panel from opening unexpectedly.

POINT

If using AC power your brightness setting is set to its
highest level by default. If using battery power your
brightness settings is set to approximately mid-level by
default.

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Starting Your LifeBook
Notebook

POWER ON

Power Switch

The power switch is used to turn on your LifeBook note­book from its off state. Once you have connected your
AC adapter or charged the internal Lithium ion Battery,
you can power on your notebook. (See figure 2-9 on

page 11 for location)

POINT

When you turn on your LifeBook notebook be sure you
have a power source. This means that at least one bat­tery is installed and charged, or that the AC or Auto/
Airline adapter is connected and has power.

Facing the rear of your notebook, move the power
switch to the right, this is the On position. The power
switch moved to the left is the Off position. When you
are done working you can either leave your LifeBook
notebook in Suspend mode, (See Suspend Mode on

page 36 for more information), or you can turn it off. (See
Power Off on page 38 for more information)

CAUTION

Do not carry your LifeBook notebook around with the
power on or subject it to shocks or vibration, as you risk
damaging your notebook.

When you Power On your LifeBook notebook, it will
perform a Power On Self Test (POST) to check the
internal parts and configuration for correct functionality.
If a fault is found, your LifeBook notebook will emit an
audio warning and/or an error message will be displayed.

(See Power On Self Test Messages on page 71 for more
information) Depending on the nature of the problem,

you may be able to continue by starting the operating
system or by entering the BIOS setup utility and revising
the settings.

After satisfactory completion of the Power On Self Test
(POST), your notebook will load your operating system.

POINT

Never turn off your LifeBook notebook during the
Power On Self Test (POST) or it will cause an error mes­sage to be displayed when you turn your LifeBook
notebook on the next time.

Messages on page 71 for more information)

(See Power On Self Test

BOOT SEQUENCE

The procedure for starting-up your notebook is termed
the Bootup sequence and involves your notebook’s
BIOS. When your LifeBook notebook is first turned on,
the main system memory is empty, and it needs to find
instructions to start up your notebook. This information
is in the BIOS program. Each time you power up or
restart your notebook, it goes through a boot sequence
which displays a Fujitsu logo until your operating system
is loaded. During booting, your notebook is performing
a standard boot sequence including a Power On Self Test
(POST). When the boot sequence is completed without
a failure and without a request for the BIOS Setup
Utility, the system displays the operating system’s
opening screen.

The boot sequence is executed when:

■

You turn on the power to your LifeBook notebook.

■

You restart your notebook from the Windows
Shut Down dialog box.

■

The software initiates a system restart. Example:
When you install a new application.

■

You reset the system by pressing the three keys
[CTRL+ALT+DEL].

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

The BIOS Setup Utility is a program that sets up the
operating environment for your LifeBook notebook.
Your BIOS is set at the factory for normal operating
conditions, therefore there is no need to set or change
the BIOS’ environment to operate your notebook.

The BIOS Setup Utility configures:

■

Device control feature parameters, such as changing
I/O addresses and boot devices.

■

System Data Security feature parameters, such
as passwords.

Entering the BIOS Setup Utility

To enter the BIOS Setup Utility do the following:

1. Turn on or restart your LifeBook notebook.

2. Press the [F2] key once the Fujitsu logo appears
on the screen. This will open the main menu
of the BIOS Setup Utility with the current
settings displayed.

3. Press the [RIGHT ARROW] or [LEFT ARROW] key
to scroll through the other setup menus to review or
alter the current settings.

BIOS Guide

A guide to your notebook’s BIOS is available online.
Please visit our service and support Web site at
www.fujitsupc.com. Once there, click on the Self Help
Center link, and select your LifeBook notebook series
from the pull-down menu. Once you have done that,

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select the heading BIOS Guides from the pull-down
menu and finally, select your specific unit’s BIOS
number. If you are unsure of your notebook’s BIOS
number, please
refer to your packing slip.

POINT

If your data security settings require it, you may be
asked for a password before the BIOS main menu
will appear.

BOOTING THE SYSTEM WITH WINDOWS 98 SECOND EDITION

We strongly recommend that you do not attach any
external devices and do not put a DVD/CD or floppy
disk in any drive until you have gone through the initial
power on sequence.

When you turn on your LifeBook notebook for the first
time, it will display a Fujitsu logo on the screen. If you
do nothing the system will read the hard drive for the
operating system software, flash the LifeBook notebook
configuration information on the screen, and then the
Windows 98 Second Edition Welcome will begin.

Designed to accommodate the needs of users in many
different countries, Windows 98 Second Edition needs
to be configured the first time you use it. Windows 98
Second Edition has three parts:

■

Getting Started: You have the opportunity to enter
custom information for your configuration file and
setup your modem so that your LifeBook notebook
will be prepared to dial out.

■

Registration: Easy online registration for Windows
98 Second Edition with Microsoft, and for your Life­Book notebook with Fujitsu PC Corporation.

■

Windows License Agreement and Final Settings:
You have the opportunity to review the Windows 98
Second Edition License Agreement and then your
configuration file will be generated.

POINT

You may click Cancel at any time within this process to
shutdown Windows 98
restart this process at any time in the future, but you
must complete it in order to use your computer.

Getting Started

Read the instructions on the screens carefully and fill
in the information as directed. You will be asked for such
items as the language you wish to use, the country in
which you live, your first and last name, and about
how you dial out from where you will be using your
notebook. For the modem settings, enter your current

Second Edition. You may

location information where you will be using your
LifeBook notebook. If you are not connected to a phone
line and plan to register at a later time, you may click the
Skip button, and you will go directly to the condition
of use page.

Once you have set up your notebook to dial out,
Windows 98 Second Edition will make a free telephone
call which will test these settings. If the call is unsuc­cessful, you will be returned to the phone settings page
where you may try to fix them. If you are unable to fix
the settings please contact Fujitsu PC Service and
Support. (See Fujitsu PC Corporation Contact Informa-
tion on page 1 for more information) If you would simply
like to move on, and register at a later time, you may
click the Skip button, and you will go directly to the
Condition of Use page.

Registration

If your connection is successful, you will go to the
Registration Confirmation page. On this page simply
enter the requested information, and then check the
box at the bottom to register your copy of Windows 98
Second Edition with Microsoft. Once you have finished,
click the Next button to continue.

POINT

If you do not register at this time you can do it later
simply by double-clicking on the LifeBook Registration
icon on your desktop and following the instructions.

You will then go through the Fujitsu registration process.
Follow the instructions on the screens, and enter all of
the necessary information. Be as specific as possible so
that if you need help the service and support team will
be able to serve you better.

Final Settings

The first part of your final settings is the Windows End
User License Agreement. Read the agreement carefully.
When you finish reading you must accept or reject the
terms of the agreement and then click on the Next button.

POINT

If you reject the terms of the license agreement you
will be asked to review the license agreement for
information on returning to Windows 98 or to shut
down your LifeBook notebook.

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BOOTING THE SYSTEM WITH WINDOWS 2000 PROFESSIONAL

We strongly recommend that you not attach any external
devices and do not put a DVD/CD or floppy disk in
any drive until you have gone through the initial power
on sequence.

When you turn on your LifeBook notebook for the first
time, it will display a Fujitsu logo on the screen and then
the Windows 2000 Professional setup screen will appear.
The Windows 2000 Professional setup will prompt you
through a series of screens. You will be asked to enter
custom and computer information, user password,
date and time, workgroup or computer domain and
accept or reject the license agreement. Once you have
entered all the information you will be asked to restart
your computer.

REGISTERING YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK

What are the benefits of registering?

You will receive an identification label for your LifeBook
notebook, which, if your notebook is ever lost, may help
in getting it returned to you. You also receive technical
support access and useful product mailings. Proof of
purchase is not required if you register within 30 days of
your purchase.

How do I register?

With Windows, it is a part of the Windows Welcome
process. If you do not register during the Welcome
process you can double-click on the LifeBook Registra­tion icon on your desktop and then follow the instruc­tions. The LifeBook Registration icon is the only way to
register Windows 2000 Professional.

Getting Started

POINT

Make sure you have connected a phone line to your
modem before you use E-Registration.

You may also complete the pre-printed registration form
and either:

■

Fax to 1-800-577-9989

■

Mail to:
Fujitsu PC Corporation
750 139th Ave.
San Leandro, CA 94578

You may also register on our Web site:

■

www.fujitsupc.com/support.
You will need to be set up with an Internet Service
Provider (ISP) to use this option.

INSTALLING CLICK ME!

The first time you boot up your system, you will see an
icon on the desktop called Click Me!. When you click the
Click Me! icon, your system will automatically build the
icon tray in the bottom right of the screen. These icons
provide links to utilities that you will frequently access.

Although the icon remains on the screen, you need
invoke it only once. When you click Click Me!, the
following pre-installed applications and utilities will be
activated and appear on the taskbar:

■

McAfee ActiveShield

■

BatteryAid

■

LifeBook Application Panel

■

ATI Display Properties

■

Alps Touchpad

■

Softex BayManager (Windows 98 only)

■

Fujitsu Service Assistant

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Power Management

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has many options and
features for conserving battery power. Some of these
features are automatic and need no user intervention,
such as those for the internal modem. However, others
depend on the parameters you set to best suit your oper­ating conditions, such as those for the display bright­ness. Internal power management for your notebook
may be controlled from settings made in your operating
system, pre-bundled power management application, or
from settings made in BIOS setup utility.

Besides the options available for conserving battery
power, there are also some things that you can do to
prevent your battery from running down as quickly.
For example, you can create an appropriate power saving
profile, put your notebook into Suspend mode when it
is not performing an operation, and you can limit the
use of high power devices. As with all mobile, battery
powered computers, there is a trade-off between
performance and power savings.

■

Timing out from lack of activity.

■

Allowing the battery to reach the Dead Battery

Warning condition.

Your LifeBook notebook’s system memory typically
stores the file(s) on which you are working, open applica­tion(s) information, and any other data required to
support the operation(s) in progress. When you resume
operation from Suspend mode, your notebook will
return to the point where it left off. You must use the
Suspend/Resume button to resume operation, and there
must be an adequate power source available, or your
notebook will not resume.

POINT

If you are running your LifeBook notebook on battery
power, be aware that the battery continues to discharge
while your notebook is in Suspend mode, though not as
fast as when fully operational.

SUSPEND/RESUME BUTTON

When your LifeBook notebook is active, the Suspend/
Resume button can be used to manually put your note­book into Suspend mode. Push the Suspend/Resume
button when your notebook is active, but not actively
accessing anything, and immediately release the button.
You will hear two short beeps and your system will enter
Suspend mode. (See figure 2-5 on page 6 for location)

If your LifeBook notebook is suspended, pushing the
Suspend/Resume button will return your notebook to
active operation. You can tell whether or not your
system is in Suspend mode by looking at the Power indi­cator. (See figure 2-5 on page 6) If the indicator is visible
and not flashing, your notebook is fully operational. If
the indicator is both visible and flashing, your notebook
is in Suspend mode. If the indicator is not visible at all,
the power is off or your notebook is in Save-to-Disk
mode. (See Save-to-Disk Mode)

SUSPEND MODE

Suspend or Standby mode in Windows saves the
contents of your LifeBook notebook’s system memory
during periods of inactivity by maintaining power to
critical parts. This mode will turn off the CPU, the
display, the hard drive, and all of the other internal
components except those necessary to maintain system
memory and allow for restarting. Your notebook can be
put in Suspend mode by:

■

Pressing the Suspend/Resume button when your
system is turned on.

■

Selecting Standby from the Windows Shut Down menu.

POINT

Disabling the Suspend/Resume button prevents it
from being used to put your LifeBook notebook in Sus­pend or Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) mode. The resume
function of the button cannot be disabled.

CAUTION

The Suspend or Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) mode
should not be used with certain PC Cards. Check your
PC Card documentation for more information.

When PC Cards or external devices are in use, Hiberna­tion (Save-to-Disk) mode cannot return to the exact
state prior to suspension, because all of the peripheral
devices will be re-initialized when the system restarts.

POINT

If your LifeBook notebook is actively accessing informa­tion when you enter the Suspend or Hibernation (Save­to-Disk) mode, changes to open files are not lost. The
files are left open and memory is kept active during Sus­pend mode or the memory is transferred to the internal
hard drive during Hibernation mode.

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Getting Started

POINT

The main advantage of using the Hibernation (Save-to­Disk) function is that power is not required to maintain
your data. This is particularly important if you will be
leaving your LifeBook notebook in a suspended state
for a prolonged period of time. The drawback of using
Hibernation mode is that it lengthens the power down
and power up sequences and resets peripheral devices.

POINT

Windows 98 systems only: Hibernation (Save-to-Disk)
mode requires allocating a significant amount of hard
drive capacity for saving all system memory, which
reduces your usable disk space. When you purchase
your LifeBook notebook it will have space allocated for
the memory installed. If you upgrade the original
system by adding a memory upgrade module without
changing the size of your Save-to-Disk allocation you
will get an error message when you try to activate
Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) mode and it will not work.
In Windows 98 Second Edition, use the PHDISK Utility
to increase the size of the Save-to-Disk file,
SAVE2DSK.BIN. You can download the Save-to-Disk
File Allocation information from our Web site at

www.fujitsupc.com. If you need help, contact your

support representative.

transmission or reception, etc.) on your notebook for
the user selected time-out period. Any activity will cause
your notebook to return to normal operation automati­cally. This feature is independent of the Suspend/
Resume button.

DISPLAY TIMEOUT

The Video Timeout is one of the power management
parameters. This feature saves power by turning off the
display if there is no keyboard or pointer activity for the
user selected timeout period. Any keyboard or pointer
activity will cause the display to restart automatically.
This feature is independent of the Suspend/Resume
button and can be enabled and disabled in Windows and
BIOS setup utility. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for

more information)

HARD DISK TIMEOUT

The Hard Disk Timeout is another one of the power
management parameters. This feature saves power by
turning off the hard drive if there is no hard drive
activity for the user selected timeout period. Any
attempt to access the hard drive will cause it to restart
automatically. This feature is independent of the
Suspend/Resume button and can be enabled and
disabled in Windows and BIOS setup utility. (See BIOS

Setup Utility on page 33 for more information)

HIBERNATION (SAVE-TO-DISK) FEATURE

The Hibernation feature saves the contents of your
LifeBook notebook’s system memory to the hard drive as
a part of the Suspend/Resume mode. You can enable or
disable this feature.

Enable or Disable the Hibernation Feature

The default settings is not enabled. To enable or disable
the Hibernation feature follow these easy steps:

1. From the Start menu, select Settings, and then select
Control Panel.

2. From the Control Panel select Power Options.

3. Select the Hibernation tab. Select the box to enable
or disable this feature.

Using the Hibernation Feature

1. From the Start menu, select Settings, and then select
Control Panel.

2. From the Control Panel select Power Options.

3. Select the Advanced tab. Select Hibernate from the
pull down menu for Power buttons.

STANDBY MODE

Standby mode is one of the power management parame­ters. When Standby mode is activated, your LifeBook
notebook shuts off the display and turns off the hard
drive when there is no activity (keystroke, pointer
action, sound generation, video display change, modem

WINDOWS POWER MANAGEMENT

Power Management

The Power Management icon located in the Windows
Control Panel allows you to configure some of the power
management settings. For example, you can use the
Power Management to set the timeout values for turning
off the display and hard disks whether you are running
the notebook on battery power or one of the adapters.
The settings may also be changed in the BIOS. (See BIOS

Setup Utility on page 33 for more information)

RESTARTING THE SYSTEM

If your system is on and you need to restart it, be sure
that you use the following procedure.

1. Click the Start button, and then click Shut Down.

2. Select the Restart option from within the Windows

Shut Down dialog box.

3. Click OK to restart your notebook. Your notebook

will shut down and then reboot.

POINT

Turning off your LifeBook notebook without exiting
Windows or turning on your notebook within 10 sec­onds of the notebook being shut off may cause an error
when you start the next time.

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POWER OFF

Before turning off the power by choosing Shut Down
from the Windows 98 Second Edition or 2000
Professional Start menu, check that the Hard Drive,
DVD, CD-ROM, CD-RW, PC Card and the Floppy Disk
Drive Access indicators are all Off. (See figure 2-5 on
page 6) If you turn off the power while accessing a disk
or PC Card there is a risk of data loss. To ensure that
your notebook shuts down without error, use the
Windows shut down procedure.

CAUTION

Be sure to close all files, exit all applications, and shut
down your operating system prior to turning off the
power with the power switch. If files are open when
you turn the power off, you will lose any changes that
have not been saved, and may cause disk errors.

Using the correct procedure to shut down from Windows
allows your notebook to complete its operations and turn
off power in the proper sequence to avoid errors. The
proper sequence is:

1. Click the Start button, and then click Shut Down.

2. Select the Shut Down option from within the

Windows Shut Down dialog box.

3. Click OK to shut down your notebook.

4. Move the power switch to the off position.

If you are going to store your notebook for a month or
more see Care and Maintenance Section.

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4

User-Installable Features

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User Installable Features

Lithium ion Battery

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has a Lithium ion
battery that provides power for operating your notebook
when no external power source is available. The battery
is durable and long lasting, but should not be exposed to
extreme temperatures, high voltages, chemicals or other
hazards.

The Lithium ion battery operating time may become
shorter if it is used under the following conditions:

■

When used at temperatures that exceeds a low of
5°C or a high of 35°C. Extreme temperatures not
only reduce charging efficiency, but can also cause
battery deterioration. The Charging icon on the
Status Indicator panel will flash when you try to
charge a battery that is outside its operating temp­erature range. (See Battery Charging Indicators on

page 14 for more information)

■

When using a high current device such as a modem,
DVD, CD-ROM, CD-RW drive, or the hard drive,
using the AC adapter will conserve your battery life.

CAUTIONS

■

Actual battery life will vary based on screen bright­ness, applications, features, power management set­tings, battery condition and other customer
preferences.DVD, CD-RW, CD-ROM, or hard drive
usage may also have a significant impact on battery
life. The battery charging capacity is reduced as the
battery ages. If your battery is running low quickly,
you should replace it with a new one.

■

Under federal, state, or local law it may be illegal to
dispose of batteries by putting them in the trash.
Please take care of our environment and dispose of
batteries properly. Check with your local government
authority for details regarding recycling or disposing
of old batteries. If you cannot find this information
elsewhere, contact your support representative at 1­800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487)

■

Do not leave a faulty battery in your LifeBook note­book. It may damage your AC adapter, optional
Auto/Airline adapter, another battery or your note­book itself. It may also prevent operation of your
notebook by draining all available current into the
bad battery.

RECHARGING THE BATTERIES

If you want to know the condition of the primary
Lithium ion battery, check the Battery Level indicator
located on the Status Indicator panel. The indicator
changes as the battery level changes.

The Lithium ion battery is recharged internally using
the AC adapter or Auto/Airline adapter. To recharge the

battery make sure the battery that needs to be charged
is installed in your LifeBook notebook and connect the
AC or Auto/Airline adapter.

POINT

Make sure that the Battery Charging indicator and the
percentage charge is shown inside the Battery Level icon
on the Status Indicator Panel.

There is no memory effect on the Lithium ion battery
therefore you do not need to discharge the battery
completely before recharging. The charge times will be
significantly longer if your notebook is in use while the
battery is charging. If you want to charge the battery
more quickly, put your notebook into Suspend mode,
or turn it off while the adapter is charging the battery.

(See Power Management on page 36 for more information
on Suspend mode and shutdown procedure)

CAUTION

Using heavy current devices such as Modem or
frequent DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM accesses may
prevent charging completely.

Low Battery State

When the battery is running low, a low battery notifica­tion message will appear. If you do not respond to the
low battery message, the batteries will continue to
discharge until they are too low to operate. When this
happens, your notebook will go into Suspend mode.
There is no guarantee that your data will be saved once
the notebook reaches this point.

CAUTIONS

■

Once the low battery notification message appears,
you need to save all your active data and put your
LifeBook notebook into Suspend mode until you can
provide a new power source. You should provide a
charged battery, an AC power adapter, or Auto/Air­line adapter as soon as possible.

■

When you are in Suspend mode there must always
be at least one power source active. If you turn off
the power with the power switch, or remove all
power sources while your LifeBook notebook is in
Suspend mode, any data that has not been saved to
the hard drive will be lost.

Dead Battery Suspend mode shows on the Status indi­cator just like the normal Suspend mode. Once your
notebook goes into Dead Battery Suspend mode you
will be unable to resume operation until you provide

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a source of power either from an adapter, or a charged
battery. Once you have provided power, you will need to
press the Suspend/Resume button to resume operation.
In the Dead Battery Suspend mode, your data can be
maintained for some time, but if a power source is not
provided promptly, the Power indicator will stop
flashing and go out, meaning that you have lost the data
that was not stored. Once you provide power, you can
continue to use your notebook while an adapter is
charging the battery.

Shorted Batteries

The Status Indicator panel uses a symbol inside the
battery outline of the Battery Level indicator to display
the operating level available in that battery. (See figure 2-
12 on page 14) If this display shows a Shorted Battery, it
means that the battery is damaged and must be replaced
so it does not damage any other parts of your LifeBook
notebook.

REPLACING THE BATTERY

With the purchase of an additional battery, you can have
a fully charged spare to swap with one that is not
charged. There are two ways to swap batteries, cold­swapping and warm-swapping:

Cold-swapping Batteries

To cold-swap batteries in your battery bay follow these
easy steps: (Figure 4-1)

1. Have a charged battery ready to install.

2. Shut down your notebook and disconnect
the AC adapter.

3. Unlock the battery bay using the lock button.

4. Slide the battery bay release button to open the bay.

5. Remove the battery from the bay.

6. Slide the new battery into the bay.

7. Close the bay and slide the battery bay release
button back.

8. Plug in the AC adapter and turn the power on.

Battery Bay
Lock Button

a.

b.

Figure 4-1 Replacing the Battery

Battery Bay
Release Button

Warm-swapping Batteries

To warm-swap batteries in your battery bay follow these
easy steps: (Figure 4-1)

1. Close any open files.

2. Put your notebook into suspend mode

3. Unlock the battery bay using the lock button.

4. Slide the battery bay release button to open the bay.

5. Remove the battery from the bay.

6. Slide the new battery into the bay.

7. Close the bay and slide the battery bay release
button back.

8. Press the Suspend/Resume button to return your
notebook to normal operation.

CAUTION

If the Lithium ion battery connector is not fully seated,
you may not be able to use your notebook or charge
your battery.

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Figure 4-2 Loading/Ejecting a 3.5” Floppy Disk

External USB
Floppy Disk Drive

Your LifeBook notebook has an external USB floppy disk
drive which can read and write information on remov­able 1.44MB and 720KB floppy disks.

POINT

Your LifeBook notebook is preconfigured to boot from a
USB floppy drive. Reference the BIOS manual for fur­ther information on changing the default boot drive.

LOADING A DISK

To load a disk into your disk drive, follow these easy
steps:

1. Orient the disk so that its label is facing upwards
and the shutter side is pointing towards the drive.

(Figure 4-2)

2. Push the disk into the drive until the Eject button
pops out and you hear a click.

User Installable Features

Eject Button

CAUTION

If you eject the disk while the Floppy Disk Drive Access
indicator is active, there is a risk of damaging the data
on the disk, the disk itself or even the disk drive.

PREPARING A DISK FOR USE

Before you can use a new disk, it needs to be prepared
so your LifeBook notebook knows where to store infor­mation. This preparation is called formatting or initial­izing a disk. You will need to format new disks, unless
they are preformatted. (Please refer to your operating

system manual for step-by-step instructions on formatting a
disk)

To prevent accidental erasure of the data stored on a
disk, slide the “write protect” tab until a small hole is
exposed. This sets the disk into a protected state where
nothing can be added or removed. If you want to add or
remove data on a protected disk, slide the “write
protect” tab to close the small hole. (Figure 4-3)

POINT

When there is no disk in the drive, the Eject button is
flush with your notebook.

EJECTING A DISK

To eject a disk from the disk drive, follow these easy
steps:

1. Check that the Floppy Disk Drive Access indicator
is inactive.

2. Press the Eject button. This will push your disk
partially out of the drive.

3. Remove the disk.

Write Enabled

Write Protected

Figure 4-3 Floppy Disk Write Protect

CAUTION

Formatting a floppy disk that already contains data will
erase all of the information on the disk.

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Figure 4-4 Loading/Ejecting a SuperDisk or 3.5” Floppy Disk

SuperDisk™ 120 Drive

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has a SuperDisk drive,
which can use either standard floppy disks or Super
floppy disks (with a capacity of 120MB).

Eject Button

2. Right mouse click.

3. Select Eject.

CAUTION

Your SuperDisk 120 drive does not support warm-, or
hot-swapping. You must cold-swap in order to use your
SuperDisk 120 drive.

LOADING A DISK

To load a disk into your disk drive, follow these easy
steps:

1. Orient the disk so that its label is facing upwards
and the shutter side is pointing towards the drive.

(Figure 4-4)

2. Push the disk into the drive until the Eject button
pops out and you hear a click.

POINT

When there is no disk in the drive, the Eject button is
flush with your LifeBook notebook.

EJECTING A DISK

To eject a disk from the disk drive, follow these easy
steps:

1. Check that the Floppy Disk Drive Access indicator
is inactive.

2. Press the Eject button. This will push your disk
partially out of the drive.

3. Remove the disk.

SOFTWARE EJECT FOR SUPERDISK 120 DISKS

(with Windows 98 Second Edition pre-installed models only)

1. Put the cursor on the SuperDisk 120 drive in
My Computer.

CAUTION

If you eject the disk while the Floppy Disk Drive Access
indicator is active, there is a risk of damaging the data
on the disk, the disk itself or even the disk drive.

PREPARING A DISK FOR USE

Before you can use a new disk, it needs to be prepared
so your notebook knows where to store information.
This preparation is called formatting or initializing a
disk. You will need to format new disks, unless they are
preformatted. (Please refer to your operating system
manual for step-by-step instructions on formatting a disk)

To prevent accidental erasure of the data stored on a
disk, slide the “write protect” tab until a small hole is
exposed. This sets the disk into a protected state where
nothing can be added or removed. If you want to add or
remove data on a protected disk, slide the “write
protect” tab to close the small hole. (Figure 4-5)

SuperDisk Floppy Floppy Disk

Write Enabled

Write Protected

Figure 4-5 Floppy Disk Write Protect

CAUTION

Formatting a floppy disk that already contains data will
erase all of the information on the disk.

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Media Holder Tray

Media Eject Button

Figure 4-6 Media Player Drive

Media Player Drive

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains a media player
drive which is either a CD, DVD, CD-RW, or DVD/CD­RW combo player. A DVD player gives you access to
movie, software, and audio DVD/CDs. A CD-RW player
allows you to access software or audio CDs, and to write
data onto recordable CDs.

MEDIA PLAYER SOFTWARE

DVD Model only: With the media player drive and Media
Player software you can play DVD movies on your note­book. The media player includes controls which allow
you to take full advantage of the features of a DVD
movie, as well as standard features such as fast forward,
fast reverse, pause, etc.
CD-RW Model only: With the media player drive, you
can read audio CDs, and write data onto a recordable
CD-R or CD-RW disc.

POINTS

■

Prior to using your Media Player, you must install
the Media Player software. Refer to the applicable

readme file on the Driver Applications CD-ROM for
instructions on installing you Media Player software.

■

You should periodically check the Fujitsu Web site at
www.fujitsupc.com for current updated drivers.

User Installable Features

CAUTION

Prolonged use of the media player drive, such as
watching a DVD movie, will substantially reduce your
battery life.

LOADING A DVD, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, OR COMBO (“MEDIA”)

To load a disc into your media player drive, follow these
steps:

1. Push and release the eject button on the front of the
media player drive to open the holder tray. The tray
will come out of the notebook a short distance.

2. Gently pull the tray out until a media disc can easily
be placed in the tray.

WARNING

There may be a protective sheet in the tray from when it
was shipped; please make sure it is removed before
operating the drive.

3. Place the media into the tray, label side up, with the
hole in the center of the disc. Snap the disc onto the
raised circle in the center of the tray.

4. Gently push the holder tray back in until you
hear a click. (Figure 4-7)

CAUTION

Do not operate your media player drive unless your
LifeBook notebook is sitting on a flat surface. Using a
drive when the system is not level may damage the
drive or prevent proper operation.

POINT

If you have disabled the Auto Insert Notification
Function, you will have to start the drive from
your desktop, since your notebook will not automati­cally recognize that media has been loaded.

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(a)

(c)

(b)

(d)

Figure 4-7 Loading/Ejecting Media

REMOVING MEDIA

1. Push and release the eject button on the front of
the media player drive. This will stop the drive
and the holder tray will come out of the notebook a
short distance.

2. Gently pull the tray out until the disc can easily be
removed from the tray.

3. Carefully remove the media disc from the holder
tray.

4. Gently push the holder tray back in until you
hear a click.

USING THE MEDIA PLAYER SOFTWARE

POINTS

■

Prior to using your Media Player, you must install
the Media Player software. Refer to the applicable

readme file on the Driver Applications CD-ROM for
instructions on installing you Media Player software.

■

For details on using your media player, go to the Start
menu and select Programs, InterVideo DVD, then
select either InterVideo DVD Help or InterVideo DVD
Readme.

Starting a DVD Movie (DVD Models only)

1. Insert the DVD movie into the media player drive of
your notebook. If the CD AutoRun feature activates,
skip Step 2.

2. From the Start menu, select Programs, then select

InterVideo WINDVD and click InterVideo
WINDVD or double-click on the InterVideo
WINDVD icon on the desktop. This will launch

the DVD movie.

3. Click OK to close the About DVD Player

Performance dialog box and the movie will begin.

Opening the Media Player Control Panel

With most DVD-ROMs, you have the option of altering
how the movie should play and what you wish to view.
You can do this by using the Media Player control panel
and the mouse.

1. Right-click on the movie screen to open a
dropdown menu for options.

2. Select View, then Player for all the controls available.
This will open the control panel into the bottom of
the screen.

Using the Media Player Control Panel

The Media Player software allows you to watch the
movie much like a VCR player. You have the option to
pause, rewind, fast-forward and stop the movie at any
point.

1. To Pause the movie, click the button.

2. To Rewind the movie, click the  button to rewind
to a specific portion of the movie, or the  button
to return to the opening screen.

3. To Fast-forward the movie, click the  button to
forward to a specific portion of the movie, or the
button to jump to the ending credits.

4. To Stop the movie, click the  button.

Exiting the Media Player

1. Click on the U located in the upper right corner of
the title bar. This will open a Media Player dialog
box.

2. Click Ye s to stop and exit the movie, or No to close the
Media Player dialog box and return to the movie.

USING DOLBY

TM

HEADPHONE

The Dolby Headphone utility lets you enjoy multi­channel sound sources, such as movies, with realistic
surround sound using your conventional stereo head-
phones.

Dolby Headphone is a signal processing system that
enables your stereo headphones to realistically portray
the sound of a five-speaker playback system.

POINTS

■

Media discs which do not have the Dolby Surround
5:1 symbol will not support Dolby Headphone.

■

After making changes to the Dolby Headphone
feature and clicking OK, wait at least ten seconds
before making another change in order to allow the
system to stabilize.

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User Installable Features

To use the Dolby Headphone feature, perform the
following steps:

1. Double click the InterVideo WinDVD icon on your
desktop.

2. On the toolbar that appears, click the Properties
button (the fourth button from the left, with the
image of a wrench).

3. On the Properties window, select the Dolby Head­phone tab.

4. To enable Dolby Headphone, check the Enable
Dolby Headphone box. To change the type of
surround sound, select one of the radio buttons
listed under Room Filter Setting.

5. Click OK. The Dolby Headphone feature will now
be enabled until you disable it by unchecking Enable
Dolby Headphone.

USING THE MEDIA PLAYER ON BATTERY POWER

Since media player drives consume a lot of power, your
overall battery life will be shorter when operating the
media player drive continuously (such as watching a
DVD movie) than during standard operation. Many
movies run-times are longer than your LifeBook note­book can support on a single battery. If you are watching
a DVD movie on battery power you may need to swap in
an additional, charged battery or attach AC power during
the movie to view it in its entirety.

CAUTION

Prolonged use of the media player drive, such as
watching a DVD movie, will substantially reduce your
notebook’s battery life.

Many movie run-times are longer than your system can
support on a single battery. If you are watching a DVD
movie on battery power you may need to swap in an
additional, charged battery or attach AC power during
the movie to view it in its entirety.

3. When the low battery warning occurs, immediately
stop the movie and exit the media player.

CAUTION

If you do not stop the media player quickly and the
LifeBook notebook attempts to auto-suspend (critical
battery low state) the notebook will shut down
improperly. If this occurs, you will need to perform a
hard reset and follow the instruction, if any, presented
to you before the system will reboot.

4. Manually place your notebook into suspend mode
by depressing the Suspend button and replace the
discharged battery with an additional full-charged
battery. Or if you do not have an additional battery,
you may attach AC power as soon as you see the low
battery warning.

5. Resume your notebook by pressing the Suspend
button again. This step is not required if you
attached AC power without entering suspend mode.

6. Restart your media player, locate and skip to the
chapter of the movie you were last watching.

7. Continue watching your DVD movie.

POINT

Some shorter DVD movies may not require you to
swap batteries or attach AC power to complete them.
However, it is best to be prepared since actual battery life
while operating the media player drive cannot be
guaranteed.

AUTO INSERT NOTIFICATION FUNCTION

The Auto Insert Notification function allows your Life­Book notebook to automatically start a DVD/CD as soon
as it is inserted in the media player drive and the tray is
closed. Your notebook will begin playing an audio DVD/
CD or will start an application if the DVD/CD includes an
auto run file.

POINT

An additional fully-charged battery is highly
recommended if you will be watching DVD movies on
battery power. If you don’t have an additional battery,
you may purchase one either on-line at
www.fujitsupc.com or call 1-877-372-3473.

To Watch a Movie on Battery Power:

1. Have an additional full-charged battery or your
AC adapter ready for use.

2. Start watching your DVD movie.

Disabling Auto Insert Notification Function

To disable the Auto Insert Notification function, follow
these easy steps:

1. Save all data and close all open applications.

2. From the Start menu, select Settings, and then select
Control Panel.

3. Double-click the System icon. This will open the
System Properties dialog box.

4. Select the Device Manager tab to display the device
lists for your notebook.

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5. Click on the + to the left of the CD player drive icon.

The treeview will expand to show the media player
drive manufacturer’s name and model number.

6. Double-click on the media player drive manufac-
turer’s name and model number. This will open the
media player drive manufacturer’s name and model
number dialog box.

7. Select the Settings tab and then remove the check
mark in the Auto Insert Notification box to turn it
off.

8. Click OK.

9. Click Close in the System Properties dialog box, then
click Ye s in the System Settings Change pop-up
window when it asks you to restart your machine
and activate this change.

The Auto Insert Notification function can be re-activated
by repeating this process and placing a check mark in the
Auto Insert Notification box to turn it back on.

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Eject Button

PC Card Slot

Figure 4-8 Installing/Removing PC Cards

User Installable Features

PC Card

PC Cards

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook supports Type II PC
Cards, which can perform a variety of functions.

Some available PC Cards:

■

Fax/data modem cards

■

Local area network (LAN) cards

■

IDE solid-state disk cards

■

SCSI cards

■

Smart Card holder

■

Other PC Cards that conform to PCMCIA 2.1 or
CardBus standards

For further information, refer to the instructions
supplied with your PC Card.

INSTALLING PC CARDS

PC Cards are installed in the PC Card slot. To install a
PC Card, follow these easy steps: (Figure 4-8)

WARNING

Installing or removing a PC Card during your LifeBook
notebook’s shutdown or bootup process may damage
the card and/or your notebook.

WARNING

Do not insert a PC Card into a slot if there is water or
any other substance on the card as you may perma­nently damage the card, your LifeBook notebook, or
both.

1. See your PC Card manual for specific instructions
on the installation of your card. Some PC Cards
may require your notebook to be Off while
installing them.

2. Make sure there is no PC Card currently in the slot.
If there is, see Removing PC Cards.

3. Insert your PC Card into the slot, with the product
label facing up.

4. Push the card into the slot firmly until it is seated
in the opening. You will hear a click and the Eject
button will pop away from your notebook.

5. Flip the Eject button towards the rear of your
notebook to lock the PC Card.

REMOVING PC CARDS

To remove a PC Card, follow these easy steps:

CAUTION

Windows has a shutdown procedure for PC Cards that
must be followed before removing a card. (Please
review your operating system manual for the correct
procedure). Before removing a PC Card in Windows 98
Second Edition, shut down PC Card operation using PC
Card Properties in the Control Panel. Before removing a
PC Card in Windows 2000 Professional, shut down PC
Card operation using the Unplug/Eject Hardware icon
located on the taskbar.

1. See your PC Card manual for specific instructions
on removing your card. Some PC Cards may require
your notebook to be in Suspend Mode or Off while
removing them.

POINT

If the dialog box states that the device cannot be
removed, you must save all of your open files, close
any open applications and shut down your notebook.
Once your notebook has been shut down, you must
turn Off the power using the power switch.

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2. Flip the Eject button towards the front of your note­book until it is fully extended, and then push it in
until it is flush with the notebook. This will push the
PC Card slightly out of the slot allowing you to
remove the card.

CAUTION

If the PC Card has an external connector and cable, do
not pull the cable when removing the card.

SMART CARD READER

An embedded Smart Card Reader is provided on your
LifeBook notebook. Smart Cards are the same size and
shape as credit cards, but they contain an integrated
microprocessor chip. The chip can hold a variety of
different information, and provides the user with many
possible options, such as allowing them to make secure
purchases, pay for phone calls, store security informa­tion, and provide personal identification and informa­tion.

In order to use the embedded Smart Card Reader, you
must purchase an optional Smart Card adapter and
third-party software for installation into an available
Type II PC Card slot.

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User Installable Features

Memory Upgrade
Module

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook comes with 128MB or
256MB high speed Synchronous Dynamic RAM
(SDRAM) factory installed. To increase your notebook’s
memory capacity, you can replace the original memory
module with a higher capacity module. The memory
upgrade must be a dual-in-line (DIMM) SDRAM
module, and it can be up to 256MB capacity.

CAUTIONS

■

Do not remove any screws from the memory upgrade
module compartment except the ones specifically
shown in the directions for installing and removing
the memory upgrade module.

■

The memory upgrade module can be severely dam­aged by electro-static discharge (ESD). Be sure you
are properly grounded when handling and installing
the module.

INSTALLING A MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE

1. Turn off power to your LifeBook notebook using the
power switch, and remove any power adapter
(AC or auto/airline).

2. Make sure that all the connector covers are closed.

3. Turn the notebook bottom side up, with the front
panel toward you.

4. Remove the screws of the memory upgrade module
compartment. (Figure 4-9)

5. Remove the cover.

8. Insert the memory upgrade module at a 45° angle.
Press the connector edge of the module firmly down
and into the connector until it lodges under the
retaining clip. You will hear a click when it is prop­erly in place. (Figure 4-10)

Figure 4-10 Installing a Memory Upgrade Module

9. Replace the cover.

10. Replace the screws.

POINT

The memory upgrade module is not something you
routinely remove from your notebook. Once it is
installed, you can leave it in place unless you want
to change system memory capacity.

TO REMOVE A MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE

1. Perform steps 1 through 5 of Installing a Memory
Upgrade Module.

2. Pull the clips sideways away from each side of the
memory upgrade module at the same time.

3. While holding the clips out, remove the module
from the slot by lifting it up and pulling towards the
rear of your notebook. (Figure 4-11)

Figure 4-9 Opening the Memory Upgrade Compartment

6. Remove the memory upgrade module from the
static guarded sleeve.

7. Align the memory upgrade module with the part
side up. Align the connector edge of the memory
upgrade module with the connector slot in the
compartment. The connector will be pointing
toward the rear of the notebook.

Figure 4-11 Removing a Memory Upgrade Module

4. Store the memory upgrade module in a static
guarded sleeve.

5. Replace the cover.

6. Replace the screws.

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POINT

After installing your memory module, you must com­plete the Resetting the Save-to-Disk Parameters proce­dure in order for the Save-to-Disk mode to operate
properly on your LifeBook notebook.

(See Hibernation
(Save-to-Disk) Feature on page 37 for more informa­tion)

current settings displayed. (See BIOS Setup Utility on
page 33 for more information)

The System Memory and the Extended Memory capacity,
as detected by your LifeBook notebook during the Power
On Self Test (POST), are displayed at the bottom of the
main menu screen. The chart below shows you the
possible displays that can be shown on the main menu
screen.

CHECKING THE COMPUTER RECOGNITION OF NEW MEMORY CAPACITY

Once you have changed the system memory capacity by
either adding or removing a memory upgrade module,
be sure to check that your notebook has recognized the
change.

You can check the memory capacity by looking at the
main menu of the BIOS setup:

1. Turn on the power to your LifeBook notebook using
the power switch.

2. Allow the system to start booting and press the [F2]
key once the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. This
will open the main menu of the BIOS setup with the

POINT

If the total memory displayed is incorrect, check that
your memory upgrade module is properly installed. (If

the module is properly installed and the capacity is still
not correctly recognized, see Troubleshooting on
page 61.

Installed Displayed

Slot 1

128MB
256MB

Total R A M

Installed

128MB
256MB

System

Memory

640K
640K

Extended

Memory

127MB
255MB

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PS/2 Keyboard Port

USB Port

User Installable Features

Port Replicator Release Latch

LAN (RJ-45)
Pass-through Jack
(LAN models only)

PS/2 Mouse Port

External Monitor Port

Parallel Port

External Floppy Disk Drive Port

Figure 4-12 Port Replicator back panel (LAN model)

Port Replicator

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook comes with a Port
Replicator. The Port Replicator extends the functionality
of your notebook by providing ports to connect PS/2
devices, a LAN (RJ-45) cable, a USB device, an external
monitor, a parallel device, a serial device, and an external
floppy disk drive. The Port Replicator connects to the
rear panel of your notebook. (See Device Ports on page 55

for more information)

BACK PANEL COMPONENTS

The following is a brief description of your Port Repli­cator’s back panel components.

LAN (RJ-45) Jack (LAN models only)

The LAN port allows you to connect a LAN (RJ-45)
cable. Note that when your notebook is connected to the
Port Replicator, the LAN port on the system is not acces­sible; the Port Replicator LAN port is the only one that
should be used when it as attached to the system.
(Figure 4-12). Note that for LifeBook notebooks that are
configured to use the IEEE 1394 port, the LAN port on
the Port Replicator cannot be used.

PS/2 Keyboard Port

The PS/2 keyboard port allows you to connect an
external PS/2 keyboard. (Figure 4-12)

Serial Port

DC Power Jack

PS/2 Mouse Port

The PS/2 mouse port allows you to connect an external
PS/2 Mouse. (Figure 4-12)

USB Port

The USB port allows you to connect Universal Serial
Bus devices. (Figure 4-12)

External Monitor Port

The external monitor port allows you to connect an
external VGA or SVGA CRT monitor. (Figure 4-12)

Parallel Port

The parallel port allows you to connect parallel devices.
(This is also sometimes referred to as an LPT port.)

(Figure 4-12)

Serial Port

The serial port allows you to connect serial (RS-232C)
devices. (This is also sometimes referred to as a COM
port.) (Figure 4-12)

External Floppy Disk Drive Port

The external floppy disk drive port allows you to attach
an optional external floppy disk drive. (Figure 4-12)

DC Power Jack

The DC power jack allows you to plug in the AC
adapter or the optional Auto/Airline adapter to power
your notebook. (Figure 4-12)

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Docking Port

Port Replicator Release Latch

Figure 4-13 Port Replicator front panel

FRONT PANEL COMPONENTS

The following is a brief description of your Port
Replicator’s front panel components.

Docking Port

The docking port connects the Port Replicator to your
notebook. (Figure 4-13)

Port Replicator Release Latch

Slide the Port Replicator Release button to remove the
Port Replicator from your notebook. (Figure 4-13)

ATTACHING THE PORT REPLICATOR

The Port Replicator can be attached on your notebook
while the power is on, while in suspend mode, or while
the power is off. To attach the Port Replicator follow
these easy steps:

1. Align the Port Replicator connector on the lower
surface of your notebook with the connector on top
of the Port Replicator.

2. Push your notebook down to connect it to the Port
Replicator securely. (Figure 4-14)

DETACHING THE PORT REPLICATOR

The Port Replicator can be detached from your note­book while the power is on, while in suspend mode, or
while the power is off. To detach the Port Replicator
follow these easy steps:

1. Slide the Port Replicator’s release button to the right
to release the lock. (Figure 4-15)

2. Lift up your notebook to detach it from the
Port Replicator.

Figure 4-15 Detaching the Port Replicator

Figure 4-14 Attaching the Port Replicator

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User Installable Features

Device Ports

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook and Port Replicator
come equipped with multiple ports to which you can
connect external devices including: disk drives,
keyboards, modems, printers, etc.

MODEM (RJ-11) TELEPHONE JACK

The modem (RJ-11) telephone jack is used for an
internal modem. To connect the telephone cable follow
these easy steps: (See figure 2-7 on page 9 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

3. Plug the other end of the telephone cable into a
telephone outlet.

The modem sound is deactivated by default, to activate
modem sound follow these easy steps:

1. Right click on the Speaker icon in your system tray.

2. Select Open Volume.

3. Select Option/Properties.

4. Under “Show the following volume controls”, click
on Phone and click OK.

5. Uncheck the Mute box under Phone Balance.

WARNING

The internal modem is not intended for use with Digital
PBX systems. Do not connect the internal modem to a
Digital PBX as it may cause serious damage to the inter­nal modem or your entire LifeBook notebook. Consult
your PBX manufacturer’s documentation for details.
Some hotels have Digital PBX systems. Be sure to find
out BEFORE you connect your modem.

your network administrator for information on your
network configuration.) To connect the LAN cable follow
these easy steps: (See figure 2-9 on page 11 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN outlet.

IEEE 1394 JACK* (FOR NON-LAN MODELS ONLY)

The 1394 port allows you to connect devices that are
compliant with IEEE standard 1394. This port is effec­tively a very fast communications port. In order to
connect a 1394 device, follow these steps: (See figure 2-7

on page 9 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

* Some digital devices - such as digital cameras - use

IEEE 1394 ports for fast transfer of digital files and
data.

S-VIDEO OUT PORT (FOR NON-LAN MODELS ONLY)

The S-Video port allows you to connect and use directly
any S-Video device, such as a VCR or television. The
S-Video standard provides for a higher quality picture
than NTSC or PAL. In order to connect an S-Video
device, follow these easy steps: (See figure 2-8 on page 9

for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

POINTS

■

The internal modem is designed to the ITU-T V.90
standard. Its maximum speed of 53000bps is the
highest allowed by FCC, and its actual connection
rate depends on the line conditions. The maximum
speed is 33600bps at upload.

■

The internal modem on all Fujitsu LifeBook notebooks
from Fujitsu PC Corporation are certified for use in
the United States and Canada. The modem may be
certified in other countries.

INTERNAL LAN (RJ-45) JACK (FOR LAN MODELS ONLY)

The internal LAN (RJ-45) jack is used for an internal
Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-T/Tx) connection. If your
notebook has been configured with internal LAN
capability you will need to configure your notebook
to work with your particular network. (Please refer to

CAUTION

Due to the ongoing changes in USB technology
and standards, not all USB devices and/or drivers
are guaranteed to work.

PARALLEL PORT

The parallel port, or LPT port, located on the Port Repli­cator allows you to connect parallel devices, such as a
printer to your notebook. In order to connect a parallel
interface device follow these easy steps: (See figure 4-12

on page 53 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

3. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on
each end of the connector.

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SERIAL PORT

The serial port, or COMM port, located on the Port
Replicator allows you to connect serial devices, such as
printers or scanners. In order to connect a serial inter­face device follow these easy steps: (See figure 4-12 on

page 53 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

3. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on each
end of the connector.

PS/2 PORTS

The PS/2 ports located on the Port Replicator allow
you to connect an external keyboard, and/or numeric
keypad and mouse. In order to connect a PS/2 interface
device follow these easy steps: (See figure 4-12 on page 53

for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

POINT

A mouse, keyboard, or keypad may be installed and
automatically recognized by your notebook without
restarting or changing setups.

POINT

Due to the ongoing changes in USB technology
and standards, not all USB devices and/or drivers
are guaranteed to work.

INFRARED PORT

The Infrared IrDA 1.1 (4Mbps) port allows for wireless
data transfer between your notebook and other IrDA­compatible devices, such as another computer or a
printer, without the use of a cable. (See figure 2-9 on

page 11 for location)

It is important to keep in mind that while carrying out
this form of communication, both devices must be
placed so their infrared ports are directly facing each
other without obstruction. The devices must also be
separated by at least 6" but no more than 36" for
maximum performance.

The following conditions may interfere with infrared
communications:

■

A television, radio remote control unit, or a wireless
headphone is being used nearby.

■

Direct sunlight, fluorescent light, or incandescent light
shines directly on the port.

DOCKING PORT

The docking port is used for the connection of your
notebook to an optional port replicator or docking
station. In order to connect your notebook to one of
these devices follow the instructions that came with your
docking port. (See figure 2-10 on page 12 for location)

EXTERNAL FLOPPY DISK DRIVE PORT

The external floppy disk drive port is used for attaching
an optional external floppy disk drive or an optional
modular floppy disk drive with the optional floppy
cable. In order to connect an external floppy disk drive
to your notebook follow the instructions that came with
your external floppy disk drive. Plug in an external
floppy disk drive only when the computer is turned off.

(See figure 4-12 on page 53 for location)

UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS PORT

The Universal Serial Bus port (USB) allows you to
connect USB devices such as external game pads,
pointing devices, keyboards and/or speakers. In order
to connect a USB device follow these easy steps: (See

figure 4-12 on page 53 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

CAUTION

Do not move either device while communication is
active as it may interrupt data transmission.

CAUTION

Be careful not to scratch the infrared port lens. Dirt,
scratches, or other surface marks can degrade
operation.

POINT

With Windows 98 Second Edition, you can use the
Infrared Recipient application for infrared file transfers.
LapLink 2000 software can also be used for infrared file
transfers.

STEREO LINE-IN JACK

The stereo line-in jack allows you to connect an external
audio source to your notebook, such as an audio cassette
player. Your audio device must be equipped with a 1/8"
(3.5 mm) stereo mini-plug in order to fit into the stereo
line-in jack of your notebook. In order to connect a
external audio source follow these easy steps: (See

figure 2-7 on page 9 for location)

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1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

POINT

The stereo line-in jack will not support an external
microphone.

CAUTION

Turn down the audio volume when connecting
electronic devices to the line-in jack. The internal
speakers might break if unexpected large sounds
are inputted.

HEADPHONE JACK

The headphone jack allows you to connect headphones
or powered external speakers to your notebook. Your
headphones or speakers must be equipped with a 1/8"
(3.5 mm) stereo mini-plug. In order to connect head­phones or speakers follow these easy steps: (See figure 2-

7 on page 9 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

User Installable Features

CAUTION

Pressing the [FN] + [F10] keys allows you to change
your selection of where to send your display video. Each
time you press the key combination, you will
step to the next choice, starting with the built-in display
panel only, moving to the external monitor only, finally
moving to both the built-in display panel and an
external monitor.

POINT

If you plug headphones into the headphone jack, the
built-in stereo speakers will be disabled.

MICROPHONE JACK

The microphone jack allows you to connect an external
mono microphone. Your microphone must be equipped
with a 1/8"(3.5 mm) mono mini-plug in order to fit into
the microphone jack of your notebook. In order to
connect a microphone follow these easy steps: (See

figure on page 9 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

EXTERNAL MONITOR PORT

The external monitor port allows you to connect an
external monitor. In order to connect an external monitor
follow these easy steps: (See figure 2-9 on page 11 for loca-

tion)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

3. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on
each end of the connector.

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5

Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook is sturdy and subject to
few problems in the field. However, you may encounter
simple setup or operating problems that you can solve
on the spot, or problems with peripheral devices, that
you can solve by replacing the device. The information
in this section helps you isolate and resolve some of these
straightforward problems and identify failures that
require service.

IDENTIFYING THE PROBLEM

If you encounter a problem, go through the following
procedure before pursuing complex troubleshooting:

1. Turn off your LifeBook notebook.

2. Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into your note­book and to an active AC power source.

3. Make sure that any card installed in the PC Card slot
is seated properly. You can also remove the card
from the slot, thus eliminating it as a possible cause
of failure.

4. Make sure that any devices connected to the external
connectors are plugged in properly. You can also
disconnect such devices, thus eliminating them as
possible causes of failure.

5. Turn on your notebook. Make sure it has been off at
least 10 seconds before you turn it back on.

6. Go through the boot sequence.

7. If the problem has not been resolved, refer to the
Troubleshooting Table, that follows, for more
detailed troubleshooting information.

POINT

If you keep notes about what you have tried, your
support representative may be able to help you
more quickly by giving additional suggestions
over the phone.

8. If you have tried the solutions suggested in the Trou­bleshooting Table without success, contact your
support representative:

Toll free: 1-800-8Fujitsu (1-800-838-5487)
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
Web site: http://www.fujitsupc.com.

Before you place the call, you should have the following
information ready so that the customer support represen­tative can provide you with the fastest possible solution:

■

Product name

■

Product configuration number

■

Product serial number

■

Purchase date

■

Conditions under which the problem occurred

■

Any error messages that have occurred

■

Hardware configuration

■

Type of device connected, if any

See the Configuration Label on the bottom of your
notebook for configuration and serial numbers. (See

figure 2-10 on page 12 for location)

SPECIFIC PROBLEMS

Using the Troubleshooting Table

When you have problems with your LifeBook notebook,
try to find the symptoms under the Problem column of
the troubleshooting table for the feature giving you
difficulty. You will find a description of common causes
for that symptom under the column Possible Cause and
what, if anything, you can do to correct the condition
under Possible Solutions. All possible causes or solutions
may not apply to your notebook.

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TROUBLES HOOTING TA BL E

Problem Page

Audio Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 62

DVD/CD-ROM Drive Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . page 62

Port Replicator Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 63

Floppy Disk Drive Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 63

Hard Drive Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 64

Keyboard or Mouse Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 64

Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 64

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

Audio Problems

There is no sound coming
from the built-in speakers.

The volume is turned too low. Adjust the volume control on your notebook.

The software volume control is
set too low.

Headphones are plugged into
your notebook.

Problem Page

Modem Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 65

Parallel, Serial and USB Device Problems . . . . . page 65

PC Card Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 65

Power Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 66

Shutdown and Startup Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . page 68

Video Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 69

Miscellaneous Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 70

Adjust the sound volume control settings in your
software, operating system and applications.

Plugging in headphones disables the built-in
speakers, remove the headphones.

BIOS audio settings
are incorrect.

Software driver is not config­ured correctly.

DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Drive Problems

LifeBook notebook fails to
recognize DVD/CD-RW/
CD-ROM’s.

Protective sheet is still in the
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM
drive tray.

DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM is
not pushed down onto raised
center circle of
the drive.

DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM tray
is not latched shut.

Incorrect DVD Player or no
DVD Player software is
installed.

Set the BIOS setup utility to the default values within
the Multimedia Device Configuration menu. (See

BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for more information)

Refer to your application and operating system
documentation for help.

Replace DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM in tray.

Open DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM tray and re-install
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM properly.

Push on the front of the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM
tray until it latches.

Install DVD Player software. (See “Media Player

Software” on page 45 for more information.)

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

LifeBook notebook fails to
recognize DVD/CD-RW/
CD-ROM’s. (continued)

Wrong drive designator was
used for DVD/CD-RW/CD­ROM in the application.

Troubleshooting

Verify the drive designator used by the application is
the same as the one used by the operating system.
When the operating system is booted from a DVD/
CD, drive designations are automatically adjusted.

The DVD/CD-RW/CD­ROM Access indicator on
the Status Indicator Panel
blinks at regular intervals
when no DVD/CD-RW/
CD-ROM is in the tray or
the DVD/CD-RW/CD­ROM drive is not installed.

Port Replicator Problems

LifeBook notebook does
not turn on when installed
in Port Replicator

Floppy Disk Drive Problems

You cannot access your
floppy disk.

Windows DVD/CD-RW/CD­ROM auto insertion function
is disabled.

DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM is
dirty or defective.

The Windows DVD/CD-RW/
CD-ROM auto insertion func­tion is active and is checking to
see if a DVD/CD-RW/CD­ROM is ready to run.

Port Replicator AC adapter is
not plugged in.

Notebook is not properly
seated in the Port Replicator.

You tried to write to a write
protected floppy disk.

Floppy disk is not
loaded correctly.

Start the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM from the desktop
or application software or re-enable the Windows
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM auto insertion function.

(See Auto Insert Notification Function on page 47 for
more information)

Wipe DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM with a non-abrasive
CD cleaning cloth and reinsert. It if still will not
work try another DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM in
the drive.

This is normal. However, you may disable this
feature. (See Auto Insert Notification Function on

page 47 for more information)

Provide power to the Port Replicator.

Remove and re-dock your LifeBook notebook.

Eject the floppy disk and set it to write enable. (See

Preparing a Disk for Use on page 44 for more informa­tion)

Eject floppy disk, check orientation and re-insert.

(See Ejecting a Disk on page 44 for more information)

BIOS setup utility states

Diskette Controller:
Disabled.

The floppy disk drive may not
be properly installed.

Security is set to protect access
to floppy disk data.

Revise the setup utility Main menu settings to
enable Diskette Controller. (See BIOS Setup Utility

on page 33 for more information)

Remove and re-install your floppy disk drive.

Verify your password and security settings.

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

Hard Drive Problems

You cannot access your
hard drive.

Keyboard or Mouse Problems

The built-in keyboard does
not seem to work.

You have installed an
external keyboard or
mouse, and it does not
seem to work.

The setup utility is incorrectly
set for your internal (Primary
Master) or optional second
hard drive (Primary Slave).

The wrong drive designator
was used by an application
when a bootable CD-ROM was
used to start the notebook.

Security is set so your oper­ating system cannot be started
without a password.

The notebook has gone into
Suspend mode.

Your application has locked
out your keyboard.

Your external device is not
properly installed.

Your operating system
software is not setup with
the correct software driver
for that device.

Revise BIOS settings to set both Primary Master
and Primary Slave correctly. (See BIOS Setup Utility

on page 33 for more information)

Verify drive designator used by application is in
use by the operating system. When the operating
system is booted from a CD, drive designations
are automatically adjusted.

Verify your password and security settings.

Push the Suspend/Resume button.

Try to use your intergrated pointing device to restart
your system. If this fails, turn your notebook off
using the power switch, wait 10 seconds or more,
and then turn it back on.

Re-install your device. (See Device Ports on page 55

for more information)

Check your device and operating system docu­mentation and activate the proper driver.

You have connected an
external keyboard or a
mouse and it seems to be
locking up the system.

Memory Problems

Your Power On screen,
or Main menu of the
BIOS setup utility infor­mation, does not show
the correct amount of
installed memory.

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Your mouse or keyboard is
connected to the wrong PS/2
port on the LANdock.

Plug the mouse into the PS/2 Mouse port and
the external keyboard or numeric key pad into the
PS/2 Keyboard port. (See PS/2 Ports on page 56 for

more information)

Your operating system
software is not setup with

Check your device and operating system

documentation and activate the proper driver.
the correct software driver
for that device.

Your system has crashed. Try to restart your notebook. If that fails, turn off

the power using the power switch, wait at least 10

seconds, and then power on.

Your memory upgrade module
is not properly installed.

Remove and re-install your memory upgrade

module. (See Memory Upgrade Module on page 51

for more information)

You have a memory failure. Check for Power On Self Test (POST) messages.

(See Power On Self Test Messages on page 71 for more

information)

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

Modem Problems

Messages about modem
operation.

Messages about modem
operation are generated
by whichever modem
application is in use.

Parallel, Serial, and USB Device Problems

Troubleshooting

See your application software documentation for
additional information.

You have installed a parallel
port device, a serial port
device or a USB device.
Your LifeBook notebook
does not recognize the
device, or the device does
not seem to work properly.

PC Card Problems

A card inserted in the PC
Card slot does not work or
is locking up the system.

The device is not
properly installed.

The device may have been
installed while an application
was running, so your notebook
is not aware of its installation.

You r so ft war e m ay no t
have the correct software
driver active.

You ma y ha ve the wro n g
I/O address selected for
your device.

You r de vic e a nd a not he r
device are assigned the same
I/O address.

Parallel port is set to
output only.

The card is not
properly installed.

The card may have been
installed while an application
was running, so your notebook
is not aware of its installation.

You r so ft war e m ay no t
have the correct software
driver active.

You ma y ha ve the wro n g
I/O address selected for your
PC Card device.

Remove and re-install the device. (See Device Ports

on page 55 for more information)

Close the application and restart your notebook.

See your software documentation and activate the
correct driver.

See your device documentation and software docu­mentation to determine the required I/O address.
Change the settings in the BIOS setup utility. (See

BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for more information)

Check all I/O addresses located within the BIOS
setup utility and any other installed hardware or
software to make sure there are no duplications.

Check parallel port setting in the BIOS and set to
bi-directional or ECP.

Remove and re-install the card. (See PC Cards on

page 49 for more information)

Close the application and restart your notebook.

See your software documentation and activate the
correct driver.

See your PC Card documentation to determine
the required I/O address. Change the settings in
the BIOS. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for

more information)

Your PC Card device and
another device are assigned the
same I/O address.

Check all I/O addresses located within the BIOS
setup utility and any other installed hardware or
software to make sure there are no duplications.

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

Power Failures

You turn on your
LifeBook notebook and
nothing seems to happen.

The installed primary
battery is completely
discharged, there is no
optional second battery
installed or there is no
Power adapter (AC or Auto/
Airline) installed.

Check the Status Indicator Panel to determine the
presence and condition of the batteries. (See Status
Indicator Panel on page 13 for more information)
Install a charged battery or a Power adapter.

The primary battery is
installed but is faulty.

Use the Status Indicator panel to verify the presence
and condition of the batteries. (See Status Indicator
Panel on page 13 for more information) If a battery is
indicating a short, remove that battery and operate
from another power source or replace that battery.

The battery or batteries are low. Check the Status Indicator Panel to determine the

presence and condition of the batteries. (See Status
Indicator Panel on page 13 for more information) Use
a Power adapter to operate until a battery is charged
or install a charged battery.

The power adapter (AC or
auto/airline) is not plugged

Verify that your adapter is connected correctly. (See

Power Sources on page 31 for more information)

in properly.

The Power adapter (AC
or auto/airline) has no
power from the AC outlet,
airplane seat jack, or the car’s
cigarette lighter.

The Power adapter (AC or
auto/airline) is faulty.

Power switch is not in the
On position.

Move the AC cord to a different outlet, check for
a line switch or tripped circuit breaker for the AC
outlet. If you are using an auto/airline adapter in
a car make sure the ignition switch is in the On or
Accessories position.

Try a different Power adapter or install a charged
optional second battery.

Slide your power switch firmly to the Off position,
pause 10 seconds or more and then firmly to the
On position.

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

Your LifeBook notebook
turns off all by itself.

The power management
parameters are set for auto
timeouts which are too short
for your operating needs.

Troubleshooting

Press any button on the keyboard, or move the

mouse to restore operation. If that fails, push the

Suspend/Resume button. Check your power

management settings, or close your applications

and go to the Power Savings menu of the setup

utility to adjust the timeout values to better suit

your operation needs.

Your LifeBook notebook
will not work on battery
alone.

The batteries seem to
discharge too quickly.

You are operating on battery
power only and have ignored a
low battery alarm until the

Install a power adapter and then push the Suspend/

Resume button. (See Power Sources on page 31 for

more information)

batteries are all at the dead
battery state and your machine
has gone into Dead Battery
Suspend mode.

You have a battery failure. Verify the condition of the batteries using the

Status Indicator panel, and replace or remove

any batteries that are shorted. (See Status Indicator

Panel on page 13 for more information)

Your power adapter has failed
or lost its power source.

The installed batteries
are dead.

Make sure the adapter is plugged in and the outlet

has power.

Replace the battery with a charged one or install

a Power adapter.

No batteries are installed. Install a charged battery.

The batteries are
improperly installed.

Your installed batteries
are faulty.

Verify that the batteries are properly connected

by re-installing them.

Verify the condition of the batteries using the

Status Indicator panel and replace or remove

any batteries that are shorted. (See Status Indicator

Panel on page 13 for more information)

You are running an application
that uses a great deal of power
due to frequent hard drive

Use both the primary battery and an optional

second battery and/or use a power adapter for this

application when at all possible.
access or DVD/CD-ROM
access, use of a modem card
or a LAN PC card.

The power savings features
may be disabled.

Check the power management and/or setup utility

settings in the Power Savings menu and adjust

according to your operating needs.

The brightness is turned all
the way up.

Turn down the brightness adjustment. The higher

the brightness the more power your display uses.

The batteries are very old. Replace the batteries.

The batteries have been

Replace the batteries.
exposed to high temperatures.

The batteries are too hot
or too cold.

Restore the notebook to normal operating tempera-

ture. The Charging icon on the Status Indicator

panel will flash when the battery is outside its

operating range.

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LifeBook S Series – Section Five

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

Shutdown and Startup Problems

The Suspend/Resume
button does not work.

The Suspend/Resume button
is disabled from the Advanced
submenu of the Power menu
of the setup utility.

Enable the button from the setup utility.

The system powers up, and
displays power on informa­tion, but fails to load the
operating system.

An error message is
displayed on the screen
during the notebook
(boot) sequence.

Your notebook appears to
change setup parameters
when you start it.

You did not hold the button
in long enough.

There may be a conflict with
the application software.

The boot sequence settings
of the setup utility are not
compatible with your
configuration.

You have a secured system
requiring a password to load
your operating system.

Internal hard drive was
not detected.

Power On Self Test (POST) has
detected a problem.

BIOS setup changes were not
saved when you made them
and exited the BIOS setup
utility returning it to
previous settings.

Hold the button longer. This may need to be a few
seconds if your application is preventing the CPU
from checking for button pushes.

Close all applications and try the button again.

Set the operating source by pressing the [ESC] key
while the Fujitsu logo is on screen or use the [F2]
key and enter the setup utility and adjust the source
settings from the Boot menu. (See BIOS Setup

Utility on page 33 for more information)

Make sure you have the right password. Enter the
setup utility and verify the Security settings and
modify them as accordingly. (See BIOS Setup Utility

on page 33 for more information)

Use the BIOS setup utility or Primary Master
submenu, located within the Main menu, to try to
auto detect the internal hard drive.

See the Power On Self Test (POST) messages to
determine the meaning and severity of the problem.
Not all messages are errors; some are simply status
indicators. (See Power On Self Test Messages on

page 71 for more information)

Make sure you select Save Changes And Exit when
exiting the BIOS setup utility.

Your system display won’t
turn on when the system is
turned on or when the
system has resumed.

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The BIOS CMOS hold-up
battery has failed.

The system may be password­protected.

Contact your support representative for repairs.
This is not a user serviceable part but has a normal
life of 3 to 5 years.

Check the status indicator panel to verify that the
Security icon is blinking. If it is blinking, enter your
password.

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

Video Problems

Troubleshooting

The built-in display is
blank when you turn on
your LifeBook notebook.

The LifeBook notebook
turned on with a series of
beeps and your built-in
display is blank.

The display goes blank by
itself after you have been
using it.

Something is pushing on the
Closed Cover switch.

The notebook is set for an
external monitor only.

The angle of the display
and the brightness settings
are not adequate for your
lighting conditions.

The power management time­outs may be set for very short
intervals and you failed to
notice the display come on
and go off again.

Power On Self Test (POST)
has detected a failure which
does not allow the display
to operate.

The notebook has gone into
Video timeout, Standby mode,
Suspend mode or Save-to-Disk
mode because you have not
used it for a period of time.

Clear the Closed Cover switch. (See figure 2-5 on

page 6 for location)

Pressing [F10] while holding down the [FN] key

allows you to change your selection of where to

send your display video. Each time you press the

combination of keys you will step to the next

choice. The choices, in order are: built-in display

only, external monitor only, both built-in display

and external monitor.

Move the display and the brightness control until

you have adequate visibility.

Press any button the keyboard, or move the mouse

to restore operation. If that fails, push the Suspend/

Resume button. (The display may be shut off by

Standy mode, Auto Suspend or Video Timeout)

Contact your support representative.

Press any button on the keyboard, or move the

mouse to restore operation. If that fails, push the

Suspend/Resume button. Check your power

management settings, or close your applications

and go to the Power Savings menu of the setup

utility to adjust the timeout values to better suit

your operation needs. (See BIOS Setup Utility on

page 33 for more information)

Your system display won’t
turn on when the system is
turned on or when the
system has resumed.

The Built-in Display does
not close.

Something is pushing on the
Closed Cover switch.

The power management time­outs may be set for very short
intervals and you failed to
notice the display come on
and go off again.

The system may be password­protected.

A foreign object, such as a
paper clip, is stuck between the
display and the keyboard.

Check the Closed Cover switch. (See figure 2-5 on

page 6 for location)

Press any button on the keyboard, or move the mouse

to restore operation. If that fails, push the Suspend/

Resume button. (The display may be shut off by

Standby Mode, Auto Suspend or Video Timeout)

Check the status indicator panel to verify that the

Security icon is blinking. If it is blinking, enter your

password.

Remove all foreign objects from the keyboard.

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

The Built-in Display has
bright or dark spots.

If the spots are very tiny and
few in number, this is normal
for a large LCD display.

This is normal; do nothing.

The application display
uses only a portion of your
screen and is surrounded
by a dark frame.

The Display is dark when
on battery power.

You have connected an
external monitor and
it does not display
any information.

If the spots are numerous or
large enough to interfere with
your operation needs.

You are running an application
that does not support 800 x
600/1024 x 768 pixel resolution
display and display compres­sion is enabled.

The PMSet default is set
on low brightness to
conserve power.

Your BIOS setup is not set to
enable your external monitor.

Your external monitor is not
properly installed.

Your operating system soft­ware is not setup with the
correct software driver for
that device.

Display is faulty; contact your support representative.

Display compression gives a clearer but smaller
display for applications that do not support 800 x
600/1024 x 768 pixel resolution. You can fill the
screen but have less resolution by changing your
display compression setting, (See the Video Features
submenu, located within the Advanced menu of the
BIOS. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for more

information)

Press [FN] + [F7] to increase brightness or double­click on PMSet battery gauge and adjust Power
Control under battery settings.

Try toggling the video destination by pressing [FN]
and [F10] together, or check your BIOS setup and
enable your external monitor. (See the Video Features
submenu, located within the Advanced Menu of the
BIOS. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for more

information)

Reinstall your device. (See External Monitor Port on
page 57 for more information)

Check your device and operating system
documentation and activate the proper driver.

You have connected an
external monitor and it
does not come on.

Miscellaneous Problems

An error message is
displayed on the screen
during the operation of
an application.

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Your external monitor
is not compatible with
your LifeBook notebook.

Application software often
has its own set of error
message displays.

See your monitor documentation and the
External Monitor Support portions of the
Specifications section. (See Specifications on page 83

for more information)

See your application manual and help displays
screens for more information. Not all messages are
errors some may simply be status.

Troubleshooting

POWER ON SELF TEST MESSAGES

The following is an alphabetic list of error-and-status
messages that Phoenix BIOS and/or your operating
system can generate and an explanation of each message.
Error messages are marked with an *. If an error message
is displayed that is not in this list, write it down and
check your operating system documentation both on
screen and in the manual. If you can find no reference
to the message and its meaning is not clear, contact
your support representative for assistance.

nnnn Cache SRAM Passed

Where nnnn is the amount of system cache in kilobytes
success-fully tested by the Power On Self Test. (This can
only appear if you have an SRAM PC Card installed.)

*Diskette drive A error or Diskette drive B error

Drive A: or B: is present but fails the BIOS Power On Self
Test diskette tests. Check to see that the drive is defined
with the proper diskette type in the Setup Utility, (See
BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for more information) and
that the diskette drive is installed correctly. If the disk
drive is properly defined and installed, avoid using it and
contact your support representative.

*Extended RAM Failed at offset: nnnn

Extended memory not working or not configured prop­erly. If you have an installed memory upgrade module,
verify that the module is properly installed. If it is prop­erly installed, you may want to check your Windows
Setup to be sure it is not using unavailable memory
until you can contact your support representative.

nnnn Extended RAM Passed

Where nnnn is the amount of memory in kilobytes
successfully tested.

*Failing Bits: nnnn The hex number nnnn

This is a map of the bits at the memory address (in
System, Extended, or Shadow memory) which failed the
memory test. Each 1 (one) in the map indicates a failed
bit. This is a serious fault that may cause you to lose data
if you continue. Contact your support representative.

*Fixed Disk x Failure or Fixed Disk Controller Failure (where x = 1-4)

The fixed disk is not working or not configured properly.
This may mean that the hard drive type identified in
your setup utility does not agree with the type detected
by the Power On Self Test. Run the setup utility to check
for the hard drive type settings and correct them if
necessary. If the settings are OK and the message appears
when you restart the system, there may be a serious fault
which might cause you to lose data if you continue.
Contact your support representative.

*Incorrect Drive A type – run SETUP

Type of floppy drive A: not correctly identified in Setup.
This means that the floppy disk drive type identified in

your setup utility does not agree with the type detected
by the Power On Self Test. Run the setup utility to
correct the inconsistency.

*Incorrect Drive B type – run SETUP

Type of floppy drive B: not correctly identified in Setup.
This means that the floppy disk drive type identified in
your setup utility does not agree with the type detected
by the Power On Self Test. Run the setup utility to
correct the inconsistency.

*Invalid NVRAM media type

Problem with NVRAM access. In the unlikely case that
you see this message you may have some display prob­lems. You can continue operating but should contact
your support representative for more information.

*Keyboard controller error

The keyboard controller test failed. You may have to
replace your keyboard or keyboard controller but may
be able to use an external keyboard until then. Contact
your support representative.

*Keyboard error

Keyboard not working. You may have to replace your
keyboard or keyboard controller but may be able to
use an external keyboard until then. Contact your
support representative.

*Keyboard error nn

BIOS discovered a stuck key and displays the scan code
for the stuck key. You may have to replace your keyboard
but may be able to use an external keyboard until then.
Contact your support representative.

*Monitor type does not match CMOS – Run SETUP

Monitor type not correctly identified in Setup. This error
probably means your BIOS is corrupted, run the setup
utility and set all settings to the default conditions. If you
still get this error, contact your support representative.

*Operating system not found

Operating system cannot be located on either drive A: or
drive C: Enter the setup utility and see if both the fixed
disk, and drive A: are properly identified and that the
boot sequence is set correctly. Unless you have changed
your installation greatly, the operating system should be
on drive C:. If the setup utility is correctly set, your hard
drive may be corrupted and your system may have to be
re-installed from your back up media.

*Parity Check 1 nnnn

Parity error found in the system bus. BIOS attempts
to locate the address and display it on the screen. If it
cannot locate the address, it displays ????. This is a
potentially data destroying failure. Contact your
support representative.

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*Parity Check 2 nnnn

Parity error found in the I/O bus. BIOS attempts to
locate the address and display it on the screen. If it
cannot locate the address, it displays ????. This is a
potentially data-destroying failure. Contact your
support representative.

*Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to SETUP

Displayed after any recoverable error message. Press
the [F1] key to continue the boot process or the [F2]
key to enter Setup and change any settings.

*Previous boot incomplete – Default configuration used

Previous Power On Self Test did not complete success­fully. The Power On Self Test will load default values and
offer to run Setup. If the previous failure was caused by
incorrect values and they are not corrected, the next
boot will likely fail also. If using the default settings does
not allow you to complete a successful boot sequence,
you should turn off the power with the Power Switch
and contact your support representative.

*Real time clock error

Real-time clock fails BIOS test. May require board repair.
Contact your support representative.

*Shadow RAM Failed at offset: nnnn

Shadow RAM failed at offset nnnn of the 64k block at
which the error was detected. You are risking data corrup­tion if you continue. Contact your support representative.

nnnn Shadow RAM Passed

Where nnnn is the amount of shadow RAM in kilobytes
successfully tested.

*System battery is dead – Replace and run SETUP

The BIOS CMOS RAM memory hold up battery is dead.
This is part of your BIOS and is a board mounted
battery which requires a support representative to
change. You can continue operating but you will have to
use setup utility default values or reconfigure your setup
utility every time you turn off your notebook. This
battery has an expected life of 2 to 3 years.

System BIOS shadowed

System BIOS copied to shadow RAM.

*System CMOS checksum bad – run SETUP

BIOS CMOS RAM has been corrupted or modified
incorrectly, perhaps by an application program that
changes data stored in BIOS memory. Run Setup and
reconfigure the system.

*System RAM Failed at offset: nnnn

System memory failed at offset nnnn of in the 64k block
at which the error was detected. This means that there is
a fault in your built-in memory. If you continue to
operate, you risk corrupting your data. Contact your
support representative for repairs.

nnnn System RAM Passed

Where nnnn is the amount of system memory in
kilobytes successfully tested.

*System timer error

The timer test failed. The main clock that operates the
computer is faulty. Requires repair of system board.
Contact your support representative for repairs.

UMB upper limit segment address: nnnn

Displays the address of the upper limit of Upper
Memory Blocks, indicating released segments of the
BIOS memory which may be reclaimed by a virtual
memory manager.

Video BIOS shadowed

Video BIOS successfully copied to shadow RAM.

EMERGENCY DVD TRAY RELEASE

If for some reason the eject button fails, you can open
the DVD/CD-ROM tray with a paper clip or similar tool
inserted into the eject hole in the far right side of the
front of the tray. Straighten one side of a paper clip
and push it gently into the hole. The tray will pop out
a short distance.

MODEM RESULT CODES

The operating system and application software that is
factory installed detects the modem characteristics and
provides the necessary command strings to operate the
modem. The internal modem operation is controlled by
generic AT commands from the operating system and
application software. The standard long form result
codes may, in some cases, be displayed on your screen to
keep you informed of the actions of your modem. The
operating system and application software may suppress
display of the result codes.

Examples of result codes are:

■

OK

■

NO CARRIER

■

NO DIALTONE

■

CONNECT 53000 (Connection complete
at 53,000 bps.)

■

ERROR

■

FAX

■

RING (This means an incoming call.)

■

BUSY

■

NO ANSWER

When using the internal modem with applications
that are not factory installed refer to the
application documentation.

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Troubleshooting

Restoring Your
Pre-installed Software

Your system has been loaded with a valuable utility that
allows you to restore your LifeBook notebook disk drive
contents as they were originally shipped from the
factory. Most often this is necessary if files or software
programs (only those files/programs that came pre­installed) become corrupt or accidentally erased.

DRIVE IMAGE® SPECIAL EDITION (DISE)

PowerQuest® Drive Image Special Edition (DISE)
provides a way to restore your computer if you experi­ence a hard disk crash or other system failure. Fujitsu has
used DISE to create an image of everything that was
installed on the computer at the time you purchased it.
The image is saved on a separate partition on the hard
disk. You can use DISE to restore the factory image and
return your computer to the state in which it shipped
from Fujitsu.

Although it is not necessary, you can use DISE to store
an additional image file that you create. For example, if
you install several applications and save data files on
your hard disk, you can create a new image file that
includes them and then save that image file on the hard
disk. Then, in the event of a hard disk failure, you can
restore the image that includes the applications and data
files you use.

Fujitsu recommends that you create a DISE disk as a
“rescue disk.” If your computer fails, you can boot and

run DISE from the rescue disk.

POINT

Using the DISE feature will reduce the amount of usable
disk space on your hard disk drive.

Creating Drive Image SE Diskettes

Note: You can use a DISE disk to boot your machine and
run DISE if your machine is unbootable or if you do not
have access to Windows.

Insert a formatted floppy disk in your machine.

From the Drive Image Special Edition main window,
click Options > Create Drive Image SE Diskette.

Running DISE from Diskettes

1. Insert the Drive Image SE Disk 1 in the floppy drive.

2. Reboot your computer.

3. Insert Disk 2, type DISE, then press <Enter>.

Creating a Backup Image

You can create a backup image of your C:\ drive at any
time. The C:\ partition must be a FAT, FAT32, or NTFS

partition, and it must be directly before the backup
partition on your hard disk.

1. At the Drive Image Special Edition main screen,

click Options> Create New Backup.
There is also a button on the main DISE screen that

performs the same function.

2. You will be prompted to type a password. Type a
password (or leave the password fields blank), then
click OK. DISE displays a warning that it must go to
DOS to create the image.

3. Click Ye s .

DISE creates an image file in the backup partition. If
you created a backup image previously, the new
image overwrites the old one.

Enlarging the Backup Partition

If there is not enough unused space in the backup parti­tion on your hard disk, DISE will resize the partition.
DISE will display the minimum, maximum, and recom­mended sizes for the backup partition. You choose the
size you want.

DISE takes the space from the FAT, FAT32, or NTFS
partition that you are backing up. If there is not enough
unused space in that partition to take, you will not be
able to resize the backup partition and create an image
file. You can delete files from the FAT, FAT32, or NTFS
partition to create more unused space on the hard disk.

Restoring a Backup Image

You can restore either a factory image or a backup image
you created. Be aware that restoring a backup image will
replace the contents of the C:\ partition with the image
you restore.

1. Disable virus protection software in the BIOS. If
virus protection software is enabled, DISE will hang.

2. From the DISE main window, click Options >
Restore Backup to restore an image you created, or
click Options > Restore Factory Backup to restore
the factory image.

DISE shuts down to DOS and restores the image file.

Drivers and Applications Restore CD

The Drivers and Application CD can be used to selec­tively re-install drivers and/or applications that may have
been un-installed or corrupted. Please refer to installa­tion instructions located in the Drivers and Applications
Restore CD.

POINT

Look for and open files with the extensions .DOC .PDF
and/or .TXT.

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Care and Maintenance

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Care and Maintenance

Care and Maintenance

If you use your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook carefully, you
will increase its life and reliability. This section provides
some tips for looking after the notebook and its devices.

CAUTION

Electrical equipment may be hazardous if misused. Oper­ations of this product or similar products, must always be
supervised by an adult. Do not allow children access to
the interior of any electrical products and do not permit
them to handle any cables.

Caring for your LifeBook notebook

■

Your LifeBook notebook is a durable but sensitive
electronic device. Treat it with respect and care.

■

Make a habit of transporting it in a suitable carrying
case.

■

Do not attempt to service the computer yourself.
Always follow installation instructions closely.

■

Keep it away from food and beverages.

■

If you accidentally spill liquid on your LifeBook note­book:

1. Turn it off.

2. Position it so that the liquid can run out.

3. Let it dry out for 24 hours, or longer if needed.

4. If your notebook will not boot after it has dried
out, call your support representative.

■

Do not use your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook in a wet
environment (near a bathtub, swimming pool).

■

Always use the AC adapter and batteries that are
approved for your notebook.

■

Avoid exposure to sand, dust and other
environmental hazards.

■

Do not expose your notebook to direct sunlight for
long periods of time as temperatures above 140° F (60°
C) may damage your notebook.

■

Keep the covers closed on the connectors and slots
when they are not in use.

■

Do not put heavy or sharp objects on the computer.

■

If you are carrying your LifeBook notebook in a brief­case, or any other carrying case, make sure that there
are no objects in the case pressing on the lid.

■

Never position your notebook such that the media
player drive is supporting the weight of the notebook.

■

Do not drop your notebook.

■

Do not touch the screen with any sharp objects.

Cleaning your LifeBook notebook

■

Always disconnect the power plug. (Pull the plug, not
the cord.)

■

Clean your LifeBook notebook with a damp, lint-free
cloth. Do not use abrasives or solvents.

■

Use a soft cloth to remove dust from the screen.
Never use glass cleaners.

Storing your LifeBook notebook

■

If storing your notebook for a month or longer, turn
your LifeBook notebook off and remove all Lithium
ion batteries.

■

Store your notebook and batteries separately. If you
store your LifeBook with a battery installed, the bat­tery will discharge, and battery life will be reduced. In
addition, a faulty battery might damage your Life­Book.

■

Store your Fujitsu LifeBook in a cool, dry location.
Temperatures should remain between 13ºF (-25ºC)
and 140ºF (60ºC).

Traveling with your LifeBook notebook

■

Do not transport your notebook while it is turned on.

■

Do not check your notebook as baggage. Carry it with
you.

■

Always bring your System Recovery CD that came
with your notebook when you travel. If you experience
system software problems while traveling, you may
need it to correct any problems.

■

Never put your notebook through a metal detector.
Have your notebook hand-inspected by security per­sonnel. You can however, put your notebook through a
properly tuned X-ray machine. To avoid problems,
place your notebook close to the entrance of the
machine and remove it as soon as possible or have your
notebook hand-inspected by security personnel. Secu­rity officials may require you to turn your notebook
On. Make sure you have a charged battery on hand.

■

When traveling with the hard drive removed, wrap the
drive in a non-conducting materials (cloth or paper). If
you have the drive checked by hand, be ready to install
the drive if needed. Never put your hard drive through a
metal detector. Have your hard drive hand-inspected by
security personnel. You can however, put your hard
drive through a properly tuned X-ray machine.

■

Take the necessary plug adapters if you're traveling
overseas. Check the following diagram to determine
which plug adapter you'll need or ask your travel agent.

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Outlet Type Location

United States, Canada,
parts of Latin America,

Japan, Korea,

the Philippines, Taiwan

Russia and the Commonwealth

of Independent States (CIS),

most of Europe, parts of Latin

America, the Middle East, parts

of Africa, Hong Kong, India,

most of South Asia

Mexico, United Kingdom,

Ireland, Malaysia, Singapore,

parts of Africa

Increasing Battery Life

■

Power your LifeBook notebook through the AC or
optional auto/airline adapter whenever possible.

■

If your notebook is running on battery power all day,
connect it to the AC adapter overnight to recharge the
battery.

■

Keep brightness to the lowest level comfortable.

■

Set the power management for maximum battery life.

■

Put your notebook in Suspend mode when it is turned
on and you are not actually using it.

■

Limit your media drive access.

■

Disable the Media Player auto insert notification func­tion.

■

Always use fully charged batteries.

■

Eject PCMCIATM cards when not in use.

China, Australia,

New Zealand

BATTERIES

Caring for your Batteries

■

Always handle batteries carefully.

■

Do not short-circuit the battery terminals (that is, do
not touch both terminals with a metal object). Do not
carry lose batteries in a pocket or purse where they
may mix with coins, keys, or other metal objects.
Doing so may cause an explosion or fire.

■

Do not drop, puncture, disassemble, mutilate or incin­erate the battery.

■

Recharge batteries only as described in this manual
and only in ventilated areas.

■

Do not leave batteries in hot locations for more than a
day or two. Intense heat can shorten battery life.

■

Do not leave a battery in storage for longer than 6
months without recharging it.

FLOPPY DISKS AND DRIVES

Caring for your Floppy Disks

■

Avoid using the floppy disks in damp and
dusty locations.

■

Never store a floppy disk near a magnet or
magnetic field.

■

Do not use a pencil or an eraser on a disk or
disk label.

■

Avoid storing the floppy disks in extremely hot or cold
locations, or in locations subject to severe temperature
changes. Store at temperatures between 50º F (10ºC)
and 125ºF (52ºC).

■

Do not touch the exposed part of the disk
behind the metal shutter.

Caring for your Floppy Disk Drive

■

To clean, wipe the floppy disk drive clean with a dry
soft cloth, or with a soft cloth dampened with water or
a solution of neutral detergent. Never use benzene,
paint thinner or other volatile material.

■

Avoid storing the floppy disk drive in extremely hot or
cold locations, or in locations subject to severe tem­perature changes. Store at temperatures between 50º F
(10ºC) and 125ºF (52ºC).

■

Keep the floppy disk drive out of direct sunlight and
away from heating equipment.

■

Avoid storing the floppy disk drive in locations subject
to shock and vibration.

■

Never use the floppy disk drive with any liquid, metal,
or other foreign matter inside the floppy disk
drive or disk.

■

Never disassemble or dismantle your floppy disk drive.

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Care and Maintenance

MEDIA CARE

Caring for your Media (DVD/CD/CD-R)

Media discs are precision devices and will function reli­ably if given reasonable care.

■

Always store your media disc in its case when it
is not in use.

■

Always handle discs by the edges and avoid touching
the surface.

■

Avoid storing any media discs in extreme tempera­tures.

■

Do not bend media discs or set heavy objects on them.

■

Do not spill liquids on media discs.

■

Do not scratch media discs.

■

Do not put a label on media discs.

■

Do not get dust on media discs.

■

Never write on the label surface with a ballpoint pen
or pencil. Always use a felt pen.

■

If a media disc is subjected to a sudden change in tem­perature, cold to warm condensation may form on the
surface. Wipe the moisture off with a clean, soft, lint
free cloth and let it dry at room temperature. DO NOT
use a hair dryer or heater to dry media discs.

■

If a disc is dirty, use only a DVD/CD cleaner or wipe it
with a clean, soft, lint free cloth starting from the inner
edge and wiping to the outer edge.

will provide specific information, but you should
pay attention to the following points:

■

To keep out dust and dirt, store PC Cards in their
protective sleeves when they are not installed in
your LifeBook notebook.

■

Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or
excessive heat.

■

Keep the cards dry.

■

Do not flex or bend the cards, and do not place heavy
objects on top of them.

■

Do not force cards into the slot.

■

Avoid dropping cards, or subjecting them to
excessive vibration.

Caring for your Media Player Drive

Your media player drive is durable but you must treat it
with care. Please pay attention to the following points:

■

The drive rotates the compact disc at a very high
speed. Do not carry it around or subject it to shock
or vibration with the power on.

■

Avoid using or storing the drive where it will be
exposed to extreme temperatures.

■

Avoid using or storing the drive where it is
damp or dusty.

■

Avoid using or storing the drive near magnets or
devices that generate strong magnetic fields.

■

Avoid using or storing the drive where it will be
subjected to shock or vibration.

■

Do not disassemble or dismantle the media player
drive.

PC CARDS

Caring for your PC Cards

PC Cards are durable, but you must treat them with
care. The documentation supplied with your PC Card

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7

Specifications

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Specifications

Specifications

This section provides the hardware and environmental
specifications for your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. Spec­ifications of particular configurations will vary.

Part Number

Configuration P/N: AEDXXXXXXXXXXXXX

FPC P/N: FPCXXXXXX

S4572, PIII, 750, 12T, 2K, 20G, 256M

Model #

Processor

MICROPROCESSOR

750MHz low-voltage Pentium III mobile processor with
Intel SpeedStep technology.

MEMORY

System Memory

128MB or 256MB SDRAM (one slot, no expansion slot)

Cache Memory

256K on-die L2

BIOS Memory

512KB Flash ROM
256 Bytes CMOS RAM with back-up battery

VIDEO

Built-in color flat-panel TFT active matrix LCD display
with simultaneous display capability

Video Color and Resolution

12.1" TFT XGA

■

Internal: 1024 x 768 pixel resolution, 16M colors

■

External: 1600 x 1200 pixel resolution, 64K colors
Simultaneous Video = Yes (1024 x 768, 16M colors)
XGA, SVGA and VGA compatible

Video RAM

ATI Rage Mobility-M with 4MB embedded Video RAM

AUDIO

■

Ya m a h a ® AC97 codec YMF743

■

Sound Blaster Pro-compatible 32-bit stereo PCM/FM
sound chip

■

Spatializer 3D-Stereo multiple speaker effect support

Operating System Hard Drive

Screen Size Memory

Figure 7-1 Configuration Label

CONFIGURATION LABEL

There is a configuration label located on the bottom of
your LifeBook notebook. (See figure 2-10 on page 12 for
location) This label contains specific information
regarding the options you’ve chosen for your notebook.
Following is an example label and information on how to
read your own configuration label.

Configuration ID

■

Stereo headphone jack, 1 Vrms, or less, minimum
impedance 32 Ohms

■

Stereo line in jack, 880 mVrms or less, minimum
impedance 10K Ohms

■

Mono microphone jack, 125 mVp-p or less, minimum
impedance 10K Ohms

■

Two built-in stereo speakers, 28 mm diameter (Stereo)

■

One built-in monaural microphone

MASS STORAGE DEVICE OPTIONS

Single Flexible Bay devices:

USB Floppy Disk Drive

External 3.5" Floppy Disk Drive, which accommodates

1.44MB or 720KB floppy disks

Hard Drive

30GB, 20GB or 10GB fixed hard drive

Media Player

Depending upon the configuration of your system, one
of the following is installed.

■

DVD Drive
Modular 8x maximum DVD drive, or,

■

CD Drive
Modular 24x maximum CD drive, or,

■

CD-RW Drive
Modular 4x maximum CDR
Modular 4x maximum CD-RW
Modular 8x maximum DVD/8x4x24 CD-RW
combo drive

SuperDisk Drive

Modular SuperDisk 120 Drive for 120MB SuperDisks

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FEATURES

Integrated Pointing Device

Touchpad pointing device with scroll button

Communications

Modem: Internal V.90 standard 56K fax/modem
(ITU V.90, 56K data, 14.4K fax)

LAN: 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet (For LAN models)

IEEE 1394 and S-Video Out: (for non-LAN models)

LifeBook Security/Application Panel

The Application Launcher buttons on your LifeBook
notebook default to the following applications:

Table 7-1 Application Launcher Defaults

Button

Label

1 Application A Microsoft Works 2000

2 Application B Calculator

3 Internet Internet Explorer

4 E-Mail Netscape Messenger

Button

Function

Default Application

or Notepad

Theft Prevention Lock

Lock slot for use with physical restraining security
systems. The locking system by Kensington is
recommended.

DEVICE PORTS

On the LifeBook notebook:

■

PC Card slot for one Type II card: PCMCIA Standard

2.1 with CardBus support

■

One 15-pin D-SUB connector for VGA external
monitor (see Display specifications)

■

Two USB (Universal Serial Bus) connectors for
input/output devices

■

One modular modem (RJ-11) connector

■

One LAN (RJ-45) connector or IEEE 1394 connector
(depending upon system configuration)

■

One stereo headphone jack. (See Audio specifications)

■

One mono microphone jack. (See Audio specifications)

■

One stereo line-in jack. (See Audio specifications)

■

Embedded Smart Card Reader (requires third-party
application)

On the Port Replicator:

■

Two 6-pin mini DIN PS/2 compatible connectors for
external keyboard, external mouse or external numeric
keypad

■

One 25-pin D-SUB connector for parallel input/
output devices; Bi-directional, output only or ECP

■

One 15-pin D-SUB connector for VGA external
monitor (see Display specifications)

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■

One 9-pin D-SUB connector for RS-232C serial
input/output devices

■

One USB (Universal Serial Bus) connector for
input/output devices

■

One 25-pin special connector for external floppy
disk drive connection

■

One LAN (RJ-45) connector (for LAN models only)

KEYBOARD

Built-in keyboard with all functions of 101 key PS/2
compatible keyboards.

■

Total number of keys: 82

■

Function keys: F1 through F12

■

Feature extension key: Fn

■

Two Windows keys: one Start keys and one
application key

■

Key pitch: 19 mm

■

Key stroke: 3 mm

■

Built-in Touchpad pointing device with left and right
buttons and scroll button.

■

Built-in Palm Rest

External Keyboard Support

PS/2-compatible

External Numeric Keypad Support

PS/2-compatible

External Mouse Support

PS/2-compatible

POWER

Batteries

One 6-cell Lithium ion battery, rechargeable, 10.8V,
3100 mAh

Optional Flexible Bay battery: 6-cell Lithium ion battery,
rechargeable, 10.8V, 2600 mAh

Bridge Battery

Your LifeBook notebook comes equipped with a bridge
battery. A bridge battery allows a charged Lithium ion
battery to be replaced without shutting down the system.
The bridge battery capacity is not large and can vary
with the condition of your notebook, so you will have 3
minutes at the most to make the change.

AC Adapter

Autosensing 100-240V AC, 40W, supplying 16V DC to
the LifeBook notebook, Fujitsu Model FPCAC14 which
includes an AC cable.

Power Management

Conforms to ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power
Interface).

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

Overall Dimensions

Approximately 11.3"(w) x 8.9"(d) x 0.93"/1.3"(h)

We i gh t s

Specifications

Approximately 3.8 lbs with battery and weight saver.
Approximately 4.5 lbs with battery and DVD drive.
Port Replicator approximately 0.8 lbs.

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Te mp e r at u re

Operating: 41° to 95° F (5° to 35° C)
Non-operating: 5° to 140° F (–15° to 60° C)

Humidity

Operating: 20% to 85%, relative, non-condensing
Non-operating; 8% to 85%, relative, non-condensing

Altitude

Operating: 10,000 feet (3,048 m) maximum

POPULAR ACCESSORIES

For ordering or additional information on
Fujitsu accessories please visit our Web site at
www.fujitsupc.com or call 1-800-733-0884.

Memory Upgrades

■

256MB SDRAM

Original pre-installed memory must be removed prior
to installing new memory module.

Docking

■

Port Replicators

Expansions

■

Universal LAN Hub

■

External floppy drive

■

External USB floppy drive

Power

■

Main Lithium ion battery

■

Battery Charger

■

Auto/Airline Adapter

■

AC Adapter

Flexible Bay Devices

■

Modular SuperDisk 120 drive

■

Modular CD-RW drive

■

Modular 8x DVD drive

■

Modular CD-ROM drive

■

Modular DVD/CD-RW combo drive

■

Modular 2nd Lithium ion Battery

■

Modular Digital Camera

PC Cards

■

Xircom Global Access Modem56

Additional Accessories

■

USB Digital Camera

■

Wireless Keyboard and Mouse

■

Numeric Keypad

■

Presentation Audio System

■

TeleAdapt 16' TeleCord

■

Notebook Guardian Lock

■

IBM Modem Saver

Carrying Cases

■

Diplomat

■

ProPack Backpack

■

Executive Plus

PRE-INSTALLED SOFTWARE

Depending on your pre-installed operating system, your
Fujitsu LifeBook notebook comes with pre-installed
software for playing audio and video files of various
formats. In addition there is file transfer software, virus
protection software and Power Management software.

LEARNING ABOUT YOUR APPLICATION SOFTWARE

Tutorials

All operating systems and most application software
have tutorials built into them upon installation. We
highly recommend that you step through the tutorial
before you use an application.

Manuals

Included with your notebook you will find manuals for
your installed operating system and other pre-installed
software. Any manuals that are not included, are avail­able online through the help system of the software. We
recommend that you review these manuals for general
information on the use of these applications.

LAPLINK GOLD (WINDOWS 98 ONLY)

LapLink® Gold by LapLink.com Inc., allows
you to transfer files directly to other computers via an
internal modem, a PC Card modem, the infrared port,
the USB port, or a serial or parallel cable (cables not
included). (See your LapLink online help for proper

operating procedures)

MICROSOFT WORKS

Microsoft Works is a suite of software containing the
basic tools to write letters and reports, track family and
friends address books, manage home finances, and
create a home inventory.

MCAFEE.COM ACTIVESHIELD

ActiveShield, by McAfee.com, is an antivirus program
that can be run after loading data or programs onto your
LifeBook notebook. It assist in the protection of the data
currently residing on your hard disk from contamina­tion and destruction. (See your ActiveShield online help

or manual for more information on how and when
to run this program)

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LIFEBOOK SECURITY/APPLICATION PANEL SOFTWARE

Your LifeBook notebook is pre-installed with software
utilities that let you operate and configure your LifeBook
Security/Application Panel.

The Security Panel portion allows for password protec­tion while the system is off or in Suspend mode. The
Security Panel utilities are found under the Start menu,
under Programs, then under LifeBook Security Panel.

The Application Panel utilities are found under the Start
menu, under Programs, then under LifeBook Application
Panel. The utilities include a CD Player, Application Panel
Setup, Application Panel Guide, Activate Panel and Deac­tivate Panel.

POINT

As your notebook does not support the CPU Clock
control, the option is not active within the Power
Control menu of BatteryAid.

DRIVE IMAGE SPECIAL EDITION (DISE) BY POWERQUEST

DISE is used to restore the factory image and restore the
system to its original state. For future backup, a section
of your hard drive contains an image of the original
installed software and utilities. If necessary, you can
restore your system to the state in which it was shipped
from Fujitsu. (See Drive Image Special Edition (DISE) on

page 72 for more information)

FUJITSU SERVICE ASSISTANT

The Fujitsu Service Assistant is an interactive support
tool that provides automated diagnosis and solutions for
your hardware and software problems. The Fujitsu
Service Assistant has the ability to automatically detect
new messages when online. To use this tool, click on the
Fujitsu Service Assistant icon located on the left side of
your desktop.

New support information for the Fujitsu Service Assis­tant tool may be available after the purchase of your
notebook. To receive the most up-to-date information,
please connect to the Internet prior to using the Fujitsu
Service Assistant tool for the first time. We recommend
that you periodically connect to the Internet while using
the Fujitsu Service Assistant tool.

You may occasionally receive an "Administrative Rights"
message. The network test is designed to test the config­uration of your network card and determine your
network connection status. Due to the security features
built into the Windows 2000 operating system, only
users with Administrator level access are able to run this

particular test. Please consult your network adminis­trator for further assistance with this issue.

For further information about the Fujitsu Service Assis­tant, call 1-800-Fujitsu, or visit the FPC support website
at: www.fujitsupc.com/support.

BATTERYAID

BatteryAid allows you to control the display brightness
of your notebook in order to maximize battery life. (See

your BatteryAid online help for more information on the
correct way to use this program)

ADOBE ACROBAT READER

The Adobe Acrobat Reader, located in the Service and
Support Software folder, allows you to view, navigate,
and print PDF files from across all of the major
computing platforms.

SOFTEX BAYMANAGER (WINDOWS 98 ONLY)

BayManager provides a simple and powerful method
of switching drives of a LifeBook notebook computer
without having to reboot the notebook computer.
Windows 98 Second Edition does not natively support
hot swapping. With BayManager, you can swap bay
devices while your OS is running, this is called hot­swapping.

BayManager Features

■

Allows hot-swapping of devices on LifeBook note­books. You do not need to shut down the system to
exchange devices.

■

Works under Windows 98 Second Edition.

■

Works under ACPI and APM.

■

Provides power management integrity for devices that
enter and leave the system.

INTEL SPEEDSTEP

Intel SpeedStep allows your Lifebook to operate in
dual mode. When connected to AC source, the system
operates in Maximum Performance mode. When
powered by battery, the system switches to Battery
Optimized mode to conserve battery life. SpeedStep
software is automatically loaded when you start your
system and appears on the system tray as one of the
two flags. A checker flag indicates that the system is set
for Maximum Performance mode. A blue flag with a
green center square indicates that the system is set for
Battery Optimized mode. You can change the setting
or disable the software by double-clicking the flag icon
and changing the settings in the Intel SpeedStep
Technology window.

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Glossary

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Glossary

Glossary

AC Adapter

A device which converts the AC voltage from a
wall outlet to the DC voltage needed to power
your LifeBook notebook.

ACPI

Advanced Configuration and Power Interface.
An industry specification for the efficient handling of
power consumption in mobile computers. ACPI deter­mines how a computer’s BIOS, operating system, and
peripherals communicate with each other about power
management.

Active-Matrix Display

A type of technology for making flat-panel displays
which has a transistor or similar device for every pixel
on the screen.

APM

Advanced Power Management.

Auto/Airline Adapter

A device which converts the DC voltage from an auto­mobile cigarette lighter or aircraft DC power outlet to
the DC voltage needed to power your LifeBook note­book.

BIOS

Basic Input-Output System. A program and set of
default parameters stored in ROM which tests and
operates your LifeBook notebook when you turn it on
until it loads your installed operating system from disk.
Information from the BIOS is transferred to the installed
operating system to provide it with information on
the configuration and status of the hardware.

Bit

An abbreviation for binary digit. A single piece of
information which is either a one (1) or a zero (0).

bps

An abbreviation for bits per second. Used to describe
data transfer rates.

Boot

To start-up a computer and load its operating system
from disk, ROM or other storage media into RAM.

Bus

An electrical circuit which passes data between the CPU
and the sub-assemblies inside your LifeBook notebook.

Byte

8 bits of parallel binary information.

Cache Memory

A block of memory built into the micro-processor which
is much faster to access than your system RAM and used

in specially structured ways to make your overall data
handling time faster.

CardBus

A faster, 32-bit version of the PC Card interface
which offers performance similar to the 32-bit
PCI architecture.

CD-ROM

Compact disc read only memory. This is a form of
digital data storage which is read optically with a laser
rather than a magnetic head. A typical CD-ROM can
contain about 600MB of data and is not subject to heads
crashing into the surface and destroying the data when
there is a failure nor to wear from reading.

CMOS RAM

Complementary metal oxide semiconductor random
access memory. This is a technology for manufacturing
random access memory which requires very low levels of
power to operate.

COMM Port

Abbreviation for communication port. This is your
serial interface connection.

Command

An instruction which you give your operating
system. Example: run a particular application or
format a floppy disk.

Configuration

The combination of hardware and software that makes
up your system and how it is allocated for use.

CRT

Cathode Ray Tube. A display device which uses a beam
of electronic particles striking a luminescent screen. It
produces a visual image by varying the position and
intensity of the beam.

Data

The information a system stores and processes.

DC

Direct current. A voltage or current that does not
fluctuate periodically with time.

Default Value

A pre programmed value to be used if you fail to
set your own.

DIMM

Dual-in-line memory module.

Disk

A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media. If the
platter is very stiff it is a hard drive, if it is highly flexible
it is a floppy disk, if it is a floppy disk in a hard housing
with a shutter it is commonly called a diskette.

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Disk Drive

The hardware which spins the disk and has the heads
and control circuitry for reading and writing the data
on the disk.

Diskette

A floppy disk in a hard housing with a shutter.

DMA

Direct Memory Access. Special circuitry for memory
to memory transfers of data which do not require
CPU action.

DMI

Desktop Management Interface. A standard that
provides PC management applications with a common
method of locally or remotely querying and configuring
PC computer systems, hardware and software compo­nents, and peripherals.

DOS

Disk Operating System (MS-DOS is a Microsoft Disk
Operating System).

Driver

A computer program which converts application and
operating system commands to external devices into the
exact form required by a specific brand and model of
device in order to produce the desired results from that
particular equipment.

ECP

Extended Capability Port. A set of standards for high
speed data communication and interconnection
between electronic devices.

ESD

Electro-Static Discharge. The sudden discharge of elec­tricity from a static charge which has built-up slowly.
Example: the shock you get from a doorknob on a dry day
or the sparks you get from brushing hair on a dry day.

Extended Memory

All memory more than the 640KB recognized by
MS-DOS as system memory.

FCC

Federal Communication Commission.

Floppy Disk

A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media which
is highly flexible.

GB

Gigabyte.

Hard drive

A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media where
the platter is very stiff.

Hexadecimal

A decimal notation for the value of a 4 bit binary
number. (0-9, A, B, C, D, E, F) Example: 2F in hexa­decimal = 00101111 in binary = 47 in decimal.

I/O

Input/Output. Data entering and leaving your LifeBook
notebook in electronic form.

I/O Port

The connector and associated control circuits for data
entering and leaving your LifeBook notebook in elec­tronic form.

IDE

Intelligent Drive Electronics. A type of control interface
for a hard drive which is inside the hard drive unit.

IEEE 1394

A type of data transfer protocol that allows for fast
transfer of digital files and data with devices such as
digital cameras.

Infrared

Light just beyond the red portion of the visible light
spectrum which is invisible to humans.

IR

An abbreviation for infrared.

IrDA

Infrared Data Association. An organization which
produces standards for communication using infrared
as the carrier.

IRQ

Interrupt Request. An acronym for the hardware signal
to the CPU that an external event has occurred which
needs to be processed.

KB

Kilobyte.

LAN

Local Area Network. An interconnection of computers
and peripherals within a single limited geographic
location which can pass programs and data amongst
themselves.

LCD

Liquid Crystal Display. A type of display which makes
images by controlling the orientation of crystals in a
crystalline liquid.

Lithium ion Battery

A type of rechargeable battery which has a high power­time life for its size and is not subject to the memory
effect as Nickel Cadmium batteries.

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