Fujitsu E8310 User Manual
Fujitsu LifeBook
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User’s Guide
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LifeBook E8000 Notebook
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This unit requires an AC adapter to operate. Use only
UL Listed Class II Adapters with an output rating of 19
VDC, with a current of 5.27 A (100W).
AC adapter output polarity:
When using your notebook equipment, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk
of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including
the following:
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used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instruction.
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fire, replace only with the same type and
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Table of Contents
Fujitsu LifeBook® E8310 Notebook
Table of Contents
1
PREFACE
Conventions Used in the Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Fujitsu Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
2
GETTING TO KNOW
YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK
Overview
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Locating the Controls/Connectors
Top Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Left-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Right-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Back Panel Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Status Indicator Panel
Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
AC Adapter Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Battery Level Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Battery Charging Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
WLAN Access Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Optical Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Hard Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
PC Card Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
NumLk Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
CapsLock Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
ScrLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Security Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Keyboard
Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Numeric Keypad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Cursor Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Function Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Touchpad Pointing Device
Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Double-Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Dragging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Touchpad Control Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Scrolling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Optional Quick Point Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Volume Control
Controlling the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Flexible Bay Devices
Removing and Installing Modular Devices . . . . .19
LifeBook Security/Application Panel
Setting up Your LifeBook Security Panel . . . . . . .20
Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Operating Your Security/Application Panel. . . . .21
Uninstalling the Security Panel Application . . . . .21
Launching Applications with the Panel . . . . . . . .22
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GETTING STARTED
Power Sources
Connecting the Power Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Display Panel
Opening the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Adjusting Display Panel Brightness . . . . . . . . . . .28
Closing the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Starting Your LifeBook Notebook
Power On. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Hard Disk Drive Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
BIOS Setup Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Booting the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Starting Windows Vista the first time . . . . . . . . . 30
Starting Windows XP the First Time . . . . . . . . . . 31
Registering Your LifeBook notebook. . . . . . . . . . 31
Installing Click Me! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Fujitsu Driver Update Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
LifeBook E8000 Notebook
Power Management
Power/Suspend/Resume Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Standby Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) Feature . . . . . . . . . . 32
Windows Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Restarting the System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Powering Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
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USER-INSTALLABLE FEATURES
Lithium ion Battery
Recharging the Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Replacing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Optical Drive
Media Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Loading Media on Your Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Removing Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Emergency Optical Drive Tray Release . . . . . . . . 40
Using the Media Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Memory Stick/Secure Digital Cards
Installing Memory Stick/SD Cards . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Removing A Memory Stick/SD Card . . . . . . . . . 41
PC Cards/ExpressCards™
Inserting PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Removing PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Inserting ExpressCards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Removing ExpressCards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Smart Card Reader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Memory Upgrade Module
Installing Memory Upgrade Modules . . . . . . . . . 44
Removing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . 44
Checking the Memory Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Device Ports
Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Internal LAN (RJ-45) Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Parallel Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Serial Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Port Replicator Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Universal Serial Bus Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Infrared Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Headphone Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Microphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
External Video Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Identifying the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Troubleshooting Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Power On Self Test Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Emergency Media Player Drive Tray Release . . . 60
Modem Result Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Restoring Your Pre-installed Software . . . . . . . . 61
Restoring the Factory Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Automatically Downloading Driver Updates. . . . 62
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Floppy Disks and Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Media Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
PC Cards/ExpressCards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
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SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Microprocessor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Chipset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Video. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Mass Storage Device Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Device Ports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Dimensions and Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Popular Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Pre-Installed Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
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GLOSSARY/REGULATORY
Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
APPENDIX A: INTEGRATED
WIRELESS LAN USER’S GUIDE
Before Using the Wireless LAN
Wireless LAN Modes Using this Device. . . . . . . .88
Wireless Network Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . .89
Deactivating the WLAN Device . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
Activating the WLAN Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
Configuration of the WLAN Device
Configuring the WLAN with Windows Vista. . . . 91
Connecting to a Network with Windows Vista . . 91
Configuring the WLAN Using Windows XP . . . . 91
Connection to the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
Troubleshooting the WLAN
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97
WLAN Specifications
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
Using the Bluetooth Device
What is Bluetooth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
Where to Find Information About Bluetooth . . .99
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APPENDIX B: USING THE
FINGERPRINT SENSOR
Fingerprint Sensor Device
Introducing the Fingerprint Sensor Device . . . .103
Getting Started. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
Installing OmniPass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
User Enrollment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104
Using OmniPass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
Configuring OmniPass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
OmniPass Control Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109
Index
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
LifeBook E8000 Notebook
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Preface
LifeBook E8000 Notebook
Preface
Preface
ABOUT THIS GUIDE
The LifeBook E8310 notebook from Fujitsu Computer
Systems Corporation provides desktop performance
with a fast, Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor. Depending
upon the configuration, your notebook has either a
built-in 15.4” TFT XGA or SXGA+ color display. This
system brings the computing power of desktop personal
computers (PCs) to a portable environment.
Your computer comes with Microsoft Windows® XP
Professional or Windows Vista Business operating
system pre-installed.
This manual explains how to operate your LifeBook
notebook’s hardware and built-in system software.
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.
For example: (See page xx.)
On screen buttons or menu items appear in bold
Example: Click OK to restart your LifeBook notebook.
FUJITSU CONTACT INFORMATION
Service and Support
You can contact Fujitsu Service and Support in the
following ways:
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Toll free: 1-800-8Fujitsu (1-800-838-5487)
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E-mail: 8fujitsu@us.fujitsu.com
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Website: us.fujitsu.com/computers
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:
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Product name
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Product configuration number
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Product serial number
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Purchase date
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Conditions under which the problem occurred
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Any error messages that have occurred
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Type of device connected, if any
Fujitsu Shopping Online
You can go directly online to the Fujitsu Product catalog
for your LifeBook notebook by going to the website at
www.shopfujitsu.com.
You can also reach Fujitsu Service and Support online by
clicking on Start -> Fujitsu Weblinks -> Fujitsu Service
and Support.
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that is important to the safe operation of
your computer, or to the integrity of your
files. Please read all caution information
carefully.
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that can be hazardous to either you, your
LifeBook notebook, or your files. Please
read all warning information carefully.
You must have an active internet
connection to use the online URL links.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Your LifeBook notebook is backed by a Fujitsu International Limited Warranty. Check the service kit that came
with your notebook for the Limited Warranty period
and terms and conditions.
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Getting to Know
Your LifeBook Notebook
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LifeBook E8000 Notebook
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Getting to Know Your LifeBook
Figure 2-1. Fujitsu LifeBook E8310 notebook
Overview
This section describes the components of your Fujitsu
LifeBook E8310 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.
For a pre-configured model you should have:
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LifeBook E8310 notebook (Figure 2-1)
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AC adapter with AC power cord (Figure 2-2)
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Lithium ion Battery, pre-installed
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Wei g ht S a ver
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Phone/Modem (RJ-11) telephone cable
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Driver and Application Restore (DAR) Disc
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Recovery DVD
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Getting Started Guide
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User’s Guide (this document)
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International Limited Warranty Brochure
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Microsoft®-associated product materials
Depending on your system configuration, one of the
following devices will be pre-installed in the Flexible
Bay:
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Wei g ht S a ver
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Modular Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer
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Modular DVD/CD-RW combo drive
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Modular DVD-ROM drive
Depending on your system configuration, the following
optional items may be included with your system:
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Modular 2nd bay battery
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External USB floppy disk drive
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Application CDs for third-party software
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.
Figure 2-2 AC Adapter
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Display Panel
Status Indicator Panel
Stereo Speaker
Keyboard
LifeBook Security/
Touchpad Pointing Device
Stereo Speaker
Power/Suspend/
Application Panel
Resume Button
Quick Point
Cursor Control (optional)
Wireless LAN/Bluetooth
On/Off Switch
Infrared (IrDA) Sensor
Headphone/Optical
Digital Audio Out Jack
Microphone Jack
Memory Stick/SD Card Slot
Display Panel Latch Button
Figure 2-3. LifeBook notebook with display open
Locating the Controls
and Connectors
TOP COMPONENTS
The following is a brief description of your LifeBook
notebook’s top components.
Display Panel
The display panel is a color LCD panel with back
lighting for the display of text and graphics.
Status Indicator Panel
The Status Indicator Panel displays symbols that correspond with a specific component of your LifeBook notebook. (See Status Indicator Panel on page 12 for more
information)
LifeBook Security/Application Panel
The LifeBook Security/Application Panel provides hardware security and one-touch application launch capability. (See LifeBook Security/Application Panel on page 20
for more information)
Power/Suspend/Resume Button
The Power/Suspend/Resume button allows you to
suspend notebook activity without powering off, resume
your notebook from standby mode, and power on your
notebook when it has been shut down from Windows.
(See Power/Suspend/Resume Button on page 29 for more
information)
Stereo Speakers
The built-in dual speakers allow for stereo sound.
Keyboard
A full-size keyboard with dedicated Windows keys. (See
Keyboard on page 14 for more information)
Touchpad Pointing Device
The Touchpad pointing device is a mouse-like cursor
control with five buttons: two right mouse-like buttons,
two left mouse-like buttons, and a scroll button. The
upper left and right buttons are for use with the Quick
Point cursor control. (See Touchpad Pointing Device on
page 16 for more information) Depending upon the
configuration of your system, the scroll button may be
configured as a fingerprint sensor device. (See Finger-
print Sensor Device on page 103 for more information)
Display Panel Latch Button
The display panel latch button is used to latch and
unlatch the display. (See Opening the Display Panel on
page 28 for more information)
Memory Stick/SD Card Slot
The Memory Stick/SD card slot allows you to install a
Memory Stick or a Secure Digital (SD) card for data
storage. This architecture allows you to transfer data
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from a variety of different digital devices. (See Installing
Memory Stick/SD Cards on page 41 for more information)
Microphone Jack
The microphone jack allows you to connect an external
mono microphone.
Headphone Jack
The headphone jack allows you to connect headphones
to listen to audio files.
Infrared (IrDA) Sensor
Provides an infrared interface for communication with
devices IrDA Standard Rev.1.1-compliant.
Wireless LAN/Bluetooth On/Off Switch
The wireless LAN/Bluetooth on/off switch is used to
turn on and off the optional WLAN and Bluetooth
devices. Switching the device off when not in use will
help to extend battery life. (See Activating the WLAN
Device on page 90 for more information)
Quick Point Cursor Control
The optional Quick Point control offers an additional
method for moving the cursor. (See Optional Quick
Point Feature on page 17 for more information)
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Serial Port (behind cover) S-Video Out Port
USB 2.0 Port
ExpressCard Slot (top slot)
ExpressCard Eject Button
DC Power Jack Air Vents External Video
Port (behind cover)
Smart Card Slot
PC Card Slot (bottom slot)
PC Card Eject Button
Figure 2-4. LifeBook notebook left-side panel
LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS
The following is a brief description of your LifeBook
notebook’s left-side components.
Serial Port
The serial port allows you to connect serial RS-232
devices, such as serial printers or serial scanners. (See
Serial Port on page 48 for more information)
S-Video Out Port
The S-Video output is used to transmit a higher resolution video signal to a compatible TV or VCR.
USB 2.0 Ports
The USB 2.0 ports allow you to connect Universal Serial
Bus devices. USB 2.0 transfers data at up to 480 Mbps
and is backward-compatible with USB 1.1 devices,
which transfer data at up to 12 Mbps. (See Universal
Serial Bus Ports on page 47 for more information)
ExpressCard Slot/Eject Button
The ExpressCard slot allows you to install an ExpressCard. (See PC Cards/ExpressCards™ on page 42 for more
information) The ExpressCard eject button is used for
removing an ExpressCard from the slot.
PC Card Slot/Eject Button
The PC Card slot is for installing a Type I or Type II PC
Card. (See PC Cards/ExpressCards™ on page 42 for more
information) The PC Card eject button is used for
removing a PC Card from the slot.
External Video Port
The external monitor port allows you to connect an
external monitor or LCD projector. (See External Video
Port on page 48 for more information)
Air Vents
The air vents are used to cool the system to prevent overheating.
To protect your notebook from damage
and to optimize system performance, be
sure to keep all air all vents unobstructed,
clean, and clear of debris. This may
require periodic cleaning, depending upon
the environment in which the system is
used.
Do not operate the notebook in areas
where the air vents can be obstructed,
such as in tight enclosures or on soft
surfaces like a bed or cushion.
DC Power Jack
The DC power jack allows you to plug in the AC adapter
to power your LifeBook notebook and charge the
internal Lithium ion battery.
Smart Card Slot
A dedicated Smart Card slot is provided on your notebook. Smart Cards are the same size and shape as credit
cards, but they contain an integrated microprocessor
chip. (See Smart Card Reader on page 43 for more infor-
mation) In order to use the embedded Smart Card
Reader, you must purchase optional third-party software
for installation.
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Anti-Theft Lock Slot
Modem (RJ-11) Jack
Flexible Bay
Flexible Bay Release Latch
USB 2.0 Ports
Figure 2-5. LifeBook notebook right-side panel
RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS
The following is a brief description of your LifeBook
notebook’s right-side components.
USB 2.0 Ports
The USB 2.0 ports allow you to connect Universal Serial
Bus devices. USB 2.0 transfers data at up to 480Mbps
and is backward-compatible with USB 1.1 devices,
which transfer data at up to 12Mbps. (See Universal
Serial Bus Ports on page 47 for more information)
Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack
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 46
for more information)
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.
Flexible Bay Release Latch
The Flexible Bay release latch releases the Flexible Bay
device.
Flexible Bay
The Flexible Bay can accommodate one of the following
devices. (See Flexible Bay Devices on page 19 for more
information)
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Modular DVD-ROM drive
■
Modular DVD/CD-RW combo drive
■
Modular Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer
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Modular Lithium ion battery
■
Modular second hard disk drive
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Wei g ht S a ver
The internal multinational modem is
designed to the ITU-T V.90/v.92 standard.
Its maximum speed of 53000 bps is the
highest allowed by FCC, and its actual
connection rate depends on the line
conditions. The maximum speed is 33600
bps at upload, in accordance with FCC
regulations.
For additional information about the
modem, refer to the Fujitsu website at:
us.fujitsu.com/computers.
Anti-theft Lock Slot
The anti-theft lock slot allows you to attach an optional
physical lock down device.
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Gigabit LAN (RJ-45) Jack
Parallel Port
Figure 2-6. LifeBook notebook back panel
BACK PANEL COMPONENTS
Following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s back panel components.
Parallel Port
The parallel port allows you to connect parallel devices,
such as a printer. (This is also sometimes referred to as
an LPT port.) (See Parallel Port on page 48 for more infor-
mation)
Gigabit LAN (RJ-45) Jack
The internal LAN (RJ-45) jack is used for an internal
Gigabit (10Base-T/100Base-Tx/1000Base-T) Ethernet
LAN connection. (See Internal LAN (RJ-45) Jack on
page 46 for more information)
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Memory Upgrade
Lithium ion Battery Bay
Port Replicator Connector
Air Vents
Compartment
Battery Bay
Release Button
Hard Disk Drive
Compartment
Battery Bay Lock
(various locations)
Figure 2-7. LifeBook notebook bottom panel
BOTTOM COMPONENTS
The following is a brief description of your LifeBook
notebook’s bottom panel components.
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.
(See Lithium ion Battery on page 37 for more information)
Battery Bay Lock/Release Button
The battery bay lock and release button are used
together to secure or remove the Lithium ion battery.
(See Replacing the Battery on page 38 for more information)
Port Replicator Connector
This connector allows you to connect the optional Port
Replicator to your notebook.
Memory Upgrade Compartment
Your notebook comes with high speed Double Data Rate
2 Synchronous Dynamic RAM (DDR2 SDRAM). The
memory upgrade compartment allows you to expand
the system memory capacity of your notebook, thus
improving overall performance. (See Memory Upgrade
Module on page 44 for more information) Under normal
circumstances, it should not be necessary to open this
compartment.
Air Vents
The air vents allow air to circulate through the system to
cool down the components.
To protect your notebook from damage
and to optimize system performance, be
sure to keep all air all vents unobstructed,
clean, and clear of debris. This may
require periodic cleaning, depending upon
the environment in which the system is
used.
Do not operate the notebook in areas
where the air vents can be obstructed,
such as in tight enclosures or on soft
surfaces like a bed or cushion.
Hard Disk Drive Compartment
The hard disk drive compartment contains the hard disk
drive. Under normal circumstances, it should not be
necessary to open this compartment.
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Power
AC Adapter
Battery
Battery
Identifier
Level
Optical
Drive Access
Hard Drive
Access
Battery
PC Card
Access (PC Card Slot)
NumLk
CapsLk
ScrLk
Security
Charging
WLAN/
Bluetooth
Power
76%–100% Charging
76%–100%
51%–75%
26%–50%
11%–25%
Low Warning <11%
Critical Low or
Dead Battery
Shorted Battery
Figure 2-8. Status Indicator Panel
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.
POWER INDICATOR
The Power indicator symbol states whether your system
is operational. It has several different states, each of
which tells you the mode your notebook is in.
■
Steady On: This means that there is power to your
LifeBook notebook and that it is ready for use.
■
Flashing: This means that your notebook is in Standby
mode.
■
Steady Off: This means that your notebook is either in
Save-to-Disk mode, or it has been turned off.
If you are charging your battery, the Power indicator will
remain on even if your notebook is shut off. The Power
indicator will also remain on if you have either adapter
connected and are shut down from Windows.
AC ADAPTER INDICATOR
The AC Adapter indicator shows whether your notebook
is operating from the AC adapter, Auto/Airline adapter
or battery(s). This icon has two different states that can
tell you what power source your 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.
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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 2-9 Battery Level Indicator
A shorted battery is damaged and must be
replaced.
(Figure 2-9)
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BATTERY CHARGING INDICATORS
Located to the left of each Battery Level indicator is a
small arrow symbol. This symbol states whether that
specific battery is charging. This indicator will flash if
the battery is too hot or cold to charge.
Batteries subjected to shocks, vibration or
extreme temperatures can be permanently
damaged.
WLAN ACCESS POWER INDICATOR
The WLAN power indicator appears when the Wireless
LAN or Bluetooth power is applied.
OPTICAL DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR
The Optical Drive 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/CD-ROM drive. The
default setting is the Auto Insert Notification function
active.
HARD DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR
The Hard Drive Access indicator shows whether your
internal hard drive is being accessed.
The Hard Drive Access indicator does not
show which hard drive is being accessed.
PC CARD ACCESS INDICATOR
The PC Card Access indicator shows whether or not
your notebook is accessing a PC Card. The indicator will
flash if your software tries to access a PC Card even if
there is no card installed. (See PC Cards/ExpressCards™
on page 42 for more information)
NUMLK INDICATOR
The NumLk indicator states that the integral keyboard is
set in ten-key numeric keypad mode.
CAPSLOCK INDICATOR
The CapsLock indicator states that your keyboard is set
to type in all capital letters.
The DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Auto Insert
Notification function will periodically check
for a DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM installed in
the drive, causing the DVD/CD-RW/CDROM Access indicator to flash. The DVD/
CD-RW/CD-ROM Auto Insert Notification
function allows your system to start a
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM automatically 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
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 Standby modes.
You must enter the password that was set in the Security
Panel before your system will resume operation.
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Fn Key
Start Key
Function Keys
Numeric Keypad
Application Key Cursor Keys
(surrounded by heavy line)
Figure 2-10 Keyboard
Keyboard
USING THE KEYBOARD
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has an integral 84-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 2-10)
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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
onscreen Start menu button, or the right button
on your pointing device.
Home
End
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 2-10)
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 2-10)
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 2-10)
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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
documentation to find out how these keys are used.
(Figure 2-10)
The [Fn] key provides extended functions for the
notebook and is always used in conjunction with
another key.
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[Fn+F3]: Pressing [F3] while holding [Fn] will toggle
the Audio Mute on and off.
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[Fn+F4]: Pressing [F4] while holding [Fn] will toggle
the Quick Point feature on and off. Note that the
[Fn+F4] combination only works if Manual Setting is
selected in the BIOS. (See Entering the BIOS Setup
Utility on page 29 for more information))
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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.
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[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.
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Cursor Control
Left Buttons
Right Buttons
Scroll Button or
Optional Quick Point Control
Optional Fingerprint
Sensor
Figure 2-11. Touchpad pointing device
Touchpad Pointing Device
The Touchpad pointing device built into your Fujitsu
LifeBook is used to control the movement of the pointer
to select items on your display panel. The Touchpad is
composed of a cursor control, two left and right buttons,
and a scrolling button. The cursor control works the
same as a mouse, 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 left and right buttons that are
located at the top of the Touchpad are designed for use
with the optional Quick Point Control, and they function the same as the lower 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.
■
Certain E8310 LifeBooks are equipped
with an optional “Quick Point” button
for moving the cursor. For more about
Quick Point, see “Optional Quick Point
Feature” on page 17.
■
The scrolling button may be replaced by
an optional fingerprint sensor. To read
about the fingerprint sensor, see “Fingerprint Sensor Device” on page 99.
■
An external mouse can be connected to
either USB or PS/2 ports on your LifeBook or the optional port replicator, and
used simultaneously with the Touchpad.
Note: If you boot the system with an
external mouse connected the Touchpad
will be disabled or enabled depending
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on your BIOS settings.
BIOS Setup Utility on page 29 for more
information)
(See Entering the
CLICKING
Clicking means pushing and releasing a button. To leftclick, 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 to
perform the clicking operation by tapping lightly on the
Touchpad once. (Figure 2-12)
Figure 2-12 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 immediately release it. You can
also perform the double-click operation by tapping
lightly on the Touchpad twice. (Figure 2-13)
Figure 2-13 Double-clicking
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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 2-14)
Figure 2-14 Dragging
TOUCHPAD CONTROL ADJUSTMENT
The Windows Control Panel allows you to customize your
Touchpad with selections made from within the Mouse
Properties dialog box.
OPTIONAL QUICK POINT FEATURE
The optional Quick Point device consists of a cursor
control button at the lower center of the keyboard. It is
roughly the same size and shape as a pencil eraser. The
cursor control works the same way a mouse ball does,
and moves the cursor around the display. It only requires
light pressure to move; the more pressure you use, the
faster the cursor will move.
The left and right buttons that are located at the top of
the Touchpad are designed for use with the Quick Point
control, and they function in the same manner as the
lower buttons.
When used with the Quick Point button, the middle
Touchpad button allows you to scroll up and down a
screen.
Figure 2-16 Using Quick Point
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 2-15)
Figure 2-15 Scrolling
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Volume Control
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has multiple volume
controls which interact with each other.
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 changed or muted 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.
■
Volume can be muted by pressing the [F3] key while
holding down the [Fn] key. To restore audio, repeat
the [Fn+F3] procedure.
■
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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Figure 2-17 Flexible Bay
Flexible Bay
Flexible Bay Release Latch
Flexible Bay Release Latch
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Flexible Bay Devices
Your notebook has a Flexible Bay that can house one of
several devices. Your Flexible Bay will have one of the
following devices installed.
■
Modular Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer: This
allows you to access movies, software, and audio
DVD/CDs and record to DVD, CD, and DVD-RAM
discs.
■
Modular DVD/CD-RW combo drive: This allows you
to access movies, software, and audio DVD/CDs as
well as to write to CDs.
■
Modular DVD-ROM drive: This allows you to access
software, data, video, or audio discs.
■
Modular Lithium ion battery: This is a rechargeable
battery that can be used to power your LifeBook notebook when an adapter is not connected.
■
Modular Second Hard Disk Drive: This allows you to
store additional data and applications.
■
Weight Saver: This is used to fill the bay when no
device is needed.
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 the Safely Remove Hardware icon from
your system tray.
3. Pull out the Flexible Bay release latch. This will push
your device out slightly, allowing you to remove it.
4. Slide your device out until it is clear of the bay. This
will require light force.
Figure 2-18 Removing/Installing a device in the Flexible Bay
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.
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.
Cold-swapping
To cold-swap modular devices in your Flexible Bay
follow these easy steps: (Figure 2-18)
1. Close any open files.
2. Shut down your LifeBook notebook.
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
Under Windows XP, hot-swapping is provided through
the Safely Remove Hardware utility.
The icon for the utility appears on the taskbar. Click on
the icon and follow the on-screen instructions.
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1 2 3 4 Enter
Enter button
Button 1
Button 2
Button 3
Button 4
Figure 2-19. LifeBook Security/Application Panel
LifeBook Security/
Application Panel
A unique feature of your LifeBook notebook is the
Security/Application Panel that allows you to secure your
notebook from unauthorized use. The Security/Application Panel also allows you to launch applications with the
touch of a button when your system is on.
If the security system is activated, upon starting your
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 notebook resumes system
operation. (Figure 2-19)
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 provide detailed information on
your security panel, and how to set, change or remove
passwords.
Numbered Buttons
Use these buttons to enter your password.
Enter Button
After entering the button strokes, push this button to
enter the password into the LifeBook notebook.
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
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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.
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.
You must 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. Depending upon your operating
system, use the appropriate procedure below.
Windows XP:
1. Go to the Start menu.
2. Click on Run.
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