Fujitsu E623 User Manual

DESKPOWER E623 User’s Manual

Fujitsu endeavours to ensure that the information in this document is correct, but accepts no liability for any error or omission in the same. Any procedures described in this document for operating Fujitsu products should be read and understood by the operator before such products are used. To ensure that Fujitsu products function without risk to safety and health, such procedures should be strictly observed by the operator. The development of Fujitsu products and services is continuous and published information may not be up to date. Any particular issue of a product may contain facilities not described herein. It is important to check the current position with Fujitsu. Specifications and statements as to performance in this document are Fujitsu estimates intended for general guidance. They may require adjustment in particular circumstances and should therefore not be taken as formal offers or commitments.

DESKPOWER is a trademark of Fujitsu Limited. The following are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation: MS, MS-DOS, Windows ® NT, Windows ® 98, Windows Millennium, Window ® 2000 and Windows XP. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. Celeron is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S. Other product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of respective companies. Other products are copyrighted by individual companies.

All other trademarks referenced are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners, whose protected rights are acknowledged.

or in whole, are reserved. Offenders will be liable for damages. All rights, including rights created by patent grant or registration of a utility model or design, are reserved. Delivery subject to availability. Right of technical modification reserved.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

according to FCC Part 15 Class B

This device complies with Part 15 Class B of the FCC Rules. Operations are subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not be allowed to cause harmful interference, (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference.

2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

4. Do not use this product near water.

5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.

6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation; to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

7. This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.

8. This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This will only plug into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug.

9. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where persons will walk on the cord.

10. If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.

11. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

12. Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under

the following conditions: a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. b. If liquid has been spilled into the product. c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust

only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified

technician to restore the product to normal condition. e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. f. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.

14. CAUTION. When replacing the battery, be sure to install it with the polarities in the correct position. There is a danger of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type or is mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommeded by the manufacturer. Dispose of the used battery according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

15. Use only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided in your accessories box) for this unit. It should be a detachable type: UL listed/CSA certified, BS1363, ASTA, SS145 certified, rated 10A 250V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent. Maximum length is 15 feet (4.6 meters).

16. NOTE: Please take extra precaution when connecting the LAN cable; do not connect the LAN cable to the peripheral device’s connector, that might have excessive voltage.

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Before Reading this Manual

This section describes safety precautions and convention used in this manual. Be sure to read this.

For Safe Operation

This manual contains important information for using the DESKPOWER personal computer. Read this manual thoroughly before using your PC. In particular, “Safety Precautions” in this manual must be read and understood. This manual including “Safety Precautions” must be readily available at all times.

This equipment is compliant with the PC industry standard (PC-11-1988) of the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association.

Note

This product is a Class B Information Technology Equipment and conforms to the standard set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Technology Equipment (VCCI).This product is designed to be used in a domestic environment, however, it may cause radio interference when used in the vicinity of a radio or television receiver. Make sure that you read the manual when using this product.

Fujitsu, as a member of the International Energy Star Program, recognizes that this equipment is compliant with the standard of the International Energy Star Program. The International Energy Star Program is a worldwide program for promoting energy saving for computers and other office equipment. The program aims at promoting the development and use of products equipped with the functions that can effectively reduce energy consumption and uses a voluntary system that allows enterprises to join at their own discretion. The target products are office equipment including computers, displays, printers, facsimiles, and copying machines. The standards for individual types of equipment and the mark ( ) prepared by the Program are used commonly among member countries.

Caution

This equipment is class B information technology equipment based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). Although the equipment is intended for use in residential environments, it may create interference if placed near radio or television. Handle the equipment in accordance with the manual.

Using this Product for High-Safety Applications

This product is for office, personal, home, ordinary industry and other general use. It is not designed and manufactured for use in high-safety applications. Do not use this product for such applications without taking measures to satisfy the high-safety requirements. High-safety applications require extremely high level of safety, and involve serious hazards to life and health if the required safety is not assured. High-safety applications include the following.

● Nuclear reaction control in nuclear facilities, automatic aviation control, air traffic control, masstransportation control, life-supporting medical equipment, and missile launch control.

Some parts (including the CRT display, LCD, or hard disk drive) used on this product have a limited life. When used continuously for a prolonged period, these parts will need earlier replacement.

Backing Up the Data

The customer is responsible for maintaining the integrity of data (including the basic and application software) stored or installed on the product. We do not warrant the integrity of data stored or installed on the personal computer the customer sent for repair. Take appropriate measures such as making a backup. We assume no responsibility for loss of data and any direct or incidental damage due to any cause other than those specified in the warranty.

This computer is designed for use within the country. If you are using it abroad, please do so on your own responsibility.

This equipment may be adversely affected by the momentary drop of the supplied voltage due to lightning. Use of an AC uninterruptible power supply is recommended for measures against the momentary drop of the supplied voltage. (This message is based on the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association’s guidelines for measures against momentary voltage drop in PCs.)

Since this equipment contains special materials controlled by the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Control Law. Authorization under the law may be required to export this equipment.

Microsoft Service Pack

Microsoft Corp. offers Service Pack to provide the users of Microsoft® Windows® with more stable system operation (http://www.microsoft.com/). The latest version of the Service Pack helps you configure the most stable system using Microsoft Windows® provided at that time by Microsoft Corp. We recommend you to use the latest version. In some environments, however, the Service Pack may cause unexpected failure. Read Readme.txt for the Service Pack before use. Again, we recommend you to make a system backup in case of failed installation.

Components of this product (motherboard, CD-ROM, hard disk, and floppy disk drive) contain traces of heavy metals (lead and chrome) and chemical (antimony).

Conventions Used in this Manual

Introduction

This manual tells you how to put your PC into operation and how to operate it in daily use. Depending on the configuration level chosen some of the hardware components described may not be available on your PC. Please observe the notes on your operating system. You can incorporate operable drives (for example DAT drive) as well as other boards. Depending on the configuration selected, the operating system is preinstalled on your hard disk (e.g. Windows XP). Your PC has a number of security features to ensure that no unauthorised persons can access your data, for example, you can activate a screen saver with password protection. The security functions in the BIOS Setup also allow you to protect your data by means of passwords.

Notational conventions

The meanings of the symbols and fonts used in this manual are as follows:

CAUTION

 Text which follows this symbol describes activities that must be performed in the order shown.

Text in this typeface indicates screen outputs. "Quotation marks" indicate names of chapters or terms.

Indicates information which is important for your health or for preventing physical damage.

Indicates important information which is required to use the system properly.

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Important Notes

In this chapter you will find information regarding safety which is essential to take note of when working with your PC. The manufacturer's notes contain helpful information on your PC.

 Safety

CAUTION

During installation and before operating the device, please observe the instructions on environmental conditions in the chapter entitled "Technical data" as well as the instructions in the chapter "Preparing for Use".

Please check whether the device is correctly set for the local power supply (see "Preparing for Use" chapter).

The main switch and the ON/OFF switch do not disconnect the system unit from the mains voltage. To completely disconnect the mains voltage, remove the power plug from the grounded mains outlet.

Replace the lithium battery on the system board in accordance with the instructions in the "System expansions - Replacing lithium battery" chapter.

Caution: components in the system can get very hot.

 Manufacturer’s notes

Keep this operating manual together with your device. If you pass on the device to third parties, you should include this manual.

 Energy saving

When the PC is delivered, some energy-saving functions are already set

 If you are not using your PC, switch it off.  In the BIOS Setup you may set further energy-saving functions for the PC.  Depending on the operating system, you can set additional power-management features.

Energy saving under Windows XP

The Screen Saver tab allows you to set energy-saving functions for your screen. Select the following item in the menu: Start → Settings → Control Panel → Display → Display Properties → Screen Saver → Energy saving features of monitor.

With the default setting Control Panel → Power Options → Advanced additional power management features of Windows XP are available.

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 FCC Class B Compliance Statement

The following statement applies to the products covered in this manual, unless otherwise specified herein. The statement for other products will appear in the accompanying documentation.

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a "Class B" digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules and meets all requirements of the Canadian InterferenceCausing Equipment Regulations. 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 strict 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 equipment and the receiver.  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

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

Fujitsu is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorised modifications of this equipment or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than those specified by Fujitsu. The correction of interference caused by such unauthorised modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.

The use of shielded I/O cables is required when connecting this equipment to any and all optional peripheral or host devices. Failure to do so may violate FCC rules.

 Transporting the PC

CAUTION

Transport all parts separately in their original packaging or in a packaging which protects them from knocks and jolts, to the new site. Do not unpack them until all transportation manoeuvres are completed.

Never drop the monitor!

 Cleaning the PC

CAUTION

Turn off all power and equipment switches and remove the power plug from the mains supply. Do not clean any interior parts yourself, leave this job to a service technician. Do not use any cleaning agents that contain abrasives or may corrode plastic. Ensure that no liquid enters the system. Ensure that the ventilation areas of the system unit and the monitor are free.

Cleaning the system unit and the monitor

Wipe the system unit and monitor casing with a dry cloth. If particularly dirty, use a cloth that has been moistened in mild domestic detergent and then carefully wrung out.

 Disposal and recycling

This device has been manufactured to the highest possible degree from materials which can be recycled or disposed of in a manner that is not environmentally damaging. The device may be taken back after use to be recycled, provided that it is returned in a condition that is the result of normal use. Any components not reclaimed will be disposed of in an environmentally acceptable manner.

Do not throw lithium batteries into the household waste. They must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations concerning special waste.

Reference to products

In this manual, the product names are referred to as follows: This manual includes information on other operating systems.

Product name Description used in the manual

Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional

Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition

Windows XP Professional

Windows XP Home Edition

Windows

Windows*

Warning and Caution Labels

Your PC bears the warning and caution labels as shown below. The warning and caution labels must not be removed or damaged.

Rear of the PC main unit

DESKPOWER E623

MODEL FPC–E623

100-127V (8.0A) /200-240V (4.0A) 50/60Hz

WARNING

Electric shock

MADE IN SINGAPORE

By Fujitsu Limited, Japan (M)

To prevent electric shock, switch off the PC and connected peripherals and unplug power cords from respective outlets before disassembling the unit and installing a built-in option.

NRTL/C

Inside the PC main unit

WARNING

Electric shock

To prevent electric shock and/or fire, do not remove the cover of this unit, which includes a high voltage section.

WARNING

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• Before mounting or dismounting an optional unit in/from your PC, switch off the PC and all connected units and unplug all power cords from respective outlets to prevent electric shock.

Organization of This Manual

Before Reading This Manual

This section contains cautions for safe operation, representations and symbols used in this manual. Be sure to read this first!

Chapter 1 Preparing for Use

This chapter provides the names and functions of individual parts.

Chapter 2 Operation

This section describes the location of installation and installation of the computer.

Chapter 3 Troubleshooting and Tips

This chapter provides the basic information on the PC and operation.

Chapter 4 System Expansion

This chapter provides basic information on how to handle the peripherals installed (or can be installed) on the PC.

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Contents

CHAPTER 1 Preparing for Use

Preparing for Use..............................................................................2

Unpacking and Checking the Delivery ............................................................. 2

Steps for Initial Setup .......................................................................................2

Setting Up the PC ............................................................................................ 3

Installing the Feet............................................................................................. 3

Initial Switch-on: Software will be Installed....................................................... 8

CHAPTER 2 Operation

Operation.........................................................................................10

Switching On the PC ......................................................................................10

Switching Off the PC ......................................................................................10

Front Panels of the Main Unit of the Personal Computer ...............................11

Back Panel of the Main Unit of the Personal Computer ................................. 13

Anti-theft Protection and Lead-sealing ...........................................................15

How to Lock the Main Unit of the Personal Computer From Behind ..............15

CHAPTER 3 Troubleshooting and Tips

Troubleshooting and Tips ..............................................................18

Installing New Software.................................................................................. 18

Power-on Indicator Remains Unlit after you have Switched on your Device.. 18

No Mouse Pointer Displayed on the Screen................................................... 20

The Floppy Disk Cannot be Read or Written.................................................. 20

Time and/or Date is not Correct .....................................................................21

Error Messages on the Screen ...................................................................... 21

Restoring the Hard Disk Contents .................................................................21

Tips ................................................................................................................ 21

CHAPTER 4 System Expansion

System Expansion..........................................................................24

Information about Boards............................................................................... 24

Removing the Main Unit Cover ...................................................................... 25

Installing Memory ...........................................................................................26

Installing the Expansion Card ........................................................................ 32

Replacing Lithium Battery .............................................................................. 36

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CHAPTER 1

Preparing for Use

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