Fujitsu LifeBook A3040 User Guide

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Address: 1250 E. Arques Avenue, M/S 122

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LifeBook A3040 notebook comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

LifeBook A Series Notebook

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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This product requires an AC adapter to operate. Use only a UL Listed I.T.E. AC Adapter with an output rating of 19V DC, and a current of 3.37A.

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AC adapter output polarity:

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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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Do not use this product near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

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Avoid using the modem during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

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Do not use the modem to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

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Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

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To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For Authorized Repair Technicians Only

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.

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

System Disposal

LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST

BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE, OR FEDERAL LAWS.

Fujitsu LifeBook® A Series notebook

Table of Contents

Tab l e of C ont e nts

PREFACE

Preface

About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Fujitsu Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COMPUTER

Overview

Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Locating Controls and Connectors

Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Left-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Right-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Back/Top Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Status Indicator Panel

Battery Charging Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Battery Level Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Hard Disk/CD Access Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

EMail Notification Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

NumLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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

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

Touchpad Pointing Device

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

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

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

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

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

Application/Media Player Panel

Mode Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Application Launch/Media Player Buttons . . . . . 22

Configuring the Application Panel . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Using the Media Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Desktop Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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

BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Booting the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Registering Your LifeBook notebook . . . . . . . . . 30

Installing Click Me! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Keyboard

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

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

Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Cursor Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Function Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Volume Control

Controlling the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Power Management

Power/Suspend/Resume Button . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Suspend Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) Feature . . . . . . . . . . 31

Display Timeout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Hard Disk Timeout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Windows Power Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Restarting the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

LifeBook A Series Notebook

USER-INSTALLABLE DEVICES AND MEDIA

Lithium ion Battery

Recharging the Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Replacing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Optical Disk

Loading Media on Your Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Removing Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Using the Media Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Using Dolby™ Headphone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Using Optical Drive on Battery Power . . . . . . . . 39

Memory Stick/SD/xD Card Slot

Inserting Memory Stick/SD/xD Cards. . . . . . . . . 40

Removing A Memory Stick/SD/XD Card . . . . . . 41

Memory Upgrade Module

Installing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . . 42

Removing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . 43

Checking the Memory Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

PC Cards/ExpressCards™

Inserting/Removing PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Inserting/Removing ExpressCards . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Device Ports

Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Internal LAN (RJ-45) Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

IEEE 1394 Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Universal Serial Bus Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Microphone/Stereo Line-In Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Headphone/Line-out Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

S-Video Out Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

External Video Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

USING THE INTEGRATED WIRELESS LAN

Configuration of the WLAN Device

Flow of Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Configuration Using Atheros Client Utility . . . . . 57

Connection to the network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Troubleshooting the WLAN

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Wireless LAN Glossary

Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

IP address information

Additional information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

WLAN Specifications

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting

Identifying the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Troubleshooting Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Power On Self Test Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Emergency Optical Drive Tray Release . . . . . . . . 79

Modem Result Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Restoring Your Pre-installed Software . . . . . . . . 80

Restoring the Factory Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Automatically Downloading Driver Updates. . . . 81

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Care and Maintenance

LifeBook Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Media Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Before Using the Wireless LAN

Wireless LAN Modes Using this Device . . . . . . . 54

Wireless Network Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Deactivating the WLAN Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Activating the WLAN Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications

Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Microprocessor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Chipset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Integrated Pointing Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Mass Storage Device Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

LifeBook Application Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Theft Prevention Lock Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Device Ports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Dimensions and Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Pre-Installed Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Tab l e of C ont e nts

GLOSSARY/INDEX

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

LifeBook A Series Notebook

Preface

LifeBook A Series Notebook

Preface

ABOUT THIS GUIDE

The LifeBook® A Series notebook from Fujitsu is an affordable desktop replacement notebook featuring an AMD Turion™ 64 microprocessor and an integrated ATI Radeon® Xpress 200M graphics controller with support for up to 128 MB of memory. This combination delivers the resources to tackle photo editing, spreadsheets, and general business applications. A large and bright 15-inch Crystal View TFT XGA display adds to the computing experience, bringing applications to life wherever you are.

This manual explains how to operate your LifeBook notebook’s hardware and built-in system software.

Your LifeBook notebook comes with Microsoft® Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional preinstalled.

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 notebook computer.

The information icon highlights information that will enhance your understanding of the subject material.

The caution icon highlights information that is important to the safe operation of your computer, or to the integrity of your files. Please read all caution information carefully.

The warning icon highlights information that can be hazardous to either you, your LifeBook notebook, or your files. Please read all warning information carefully.

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: http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/support

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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Hardware configuration

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Type of device connected, if any

Fujitsu Online

You can go directly to the online Fujitsu product catalog for your LifeBook notebook by clicking on the Fujitsu Weblinks -> LifeBook Accessories website link located in the Windows Start menu or by going to www.shopfujitsu.com.

You can also reach Fujitsu Service and Support online by clicking on the Fujitsu Weblinks -> Service and Support Website link, located in the Service and Support Software folder of the Windows Start menu

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

WARRANTY

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

LifeBook A Series Notebook – Section One

Getting to Know Your Computer

LifeBook A Series Notebook – Section Two

Overview

Figure 2-1. LifeBook A Series notebook

Overview

This section describes the components of your LifeBook 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 A Series notebook (Figure 2-1)

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Lithium ion battery, pre-installed

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

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Phone/Modem (RJ-11) telephone cable

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Drivers and Applications CD

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Restore DVD

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Getting Started Guide

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Microsoft-associated product materials

Depending upon the configuration of your notebook, you may have also received one of the following items:

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Roxio™ DigitalMedia SE CD (included with systems that have a DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive)

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Roxio™ DigitalMedia SE, CyberLink PowerProducer™, CyberLink PowerDirector™, and CyberLink MakeDVD™ CD (included with systems that have Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer)

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An additional main battery

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.

Detailed specifications about your LifeBook notebook can be found in the chapter entitled “Specifications” on page 91.

Figure 2-2. Typical AC Adapter

LifeBook A Series Notebook – Section Two

LifeBook Application/

Media Player Panel

Display Panel Latch

Display Panel

Touchpad

with Scroll

Button

Keyboard

Mode Button

Power/Suspend/

Application Buttons

Status Indicator Panel

Stereo Speakers

Resume Button

Figure 2-3. LifeBook notebook 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. (Figure 2-3)

Display Panel Latch

The display panel latch locks and releases the display panel.

Display Panel

The display panel is a color LCD panel with back lighting for the display of text and graphics. (See Display

Panel on page 28 for more information.)

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 14 for more

information.)

Stereo Speakers

The built-in boxless dual speakers provide stereo sound.

LifeBook Application/Media Player Panel

The LifeBook Application/Media Player Panel allows you to either launch your favorite applications by the touch of a button or to use as a media player when your unit is on. (See LifeBook Application/Media Player Panel

on page 21 for more information.)

Mode Button

The mode button allows you to switch the modes of the application panel buttons from Application mode to Media Player mode.

Power/Suspend/Resume Button

The Power/Suspend/Resume button allows you to suspend notebook activity without powering off, resume your notebook from suspend mode, and power on your notebook when it has been shut down from Windows. It can also be used to put the system into Hibernation and to wake it from Hibernation. (See Power/Suspend/Resume

Button on page 31 for more information.)

Touc h p ad w i t h Scroll Button

The Touchpad pointing device is a mouse-like cursor control with three buttons (left, right, and scroll buttons). (See Touchpad Pointing Device on page 19 for

more information.)

Keyboard

A full-size keyboard with dedicated Windows keys.

(See Keyboard on page 16 for more information.)

Locating the Controls and Connectors

LifeBook A Series Notebook – Section Two

Optical Drive Eject Button

Emergency Tray Release

DC Power Jack

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. (Figure 2-4)

DC Power Jack

The DC power jack allows you to plug in the AC adapter or the optional Auto/Airline adapter to power your LifeBook notebook and charge the internal Lithium ion battery.

Air Vents

The air vents are used to cool the system to prevent over-

heating

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.

Optical DriveAir Vents

Optical Drive

The optical drive allows you to play back a media disc.

(See Optical Disk on page 37 for more information.)

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The optical drive that your LifeBook

notebook uses is determined by the configuration of your system.

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The terms “media” and “media disc” in

this document refer to any of the possible media drives (Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer, DVD-RW, or DVD/CD-RW) or media discs available for your notebook (DVD, DVD-RW, CD-ROM, CD-R, or CD-RW).

Optical Drive Eject Button

The Optical Drive Eject Button allows you to open the media tray.

Emergency Optical Drive Tray Release

The Emergency Optical Drive Tray Release allows you to open the media player tray without powering on your LifeBook notebook.

IEEE 1394 Port

Memory Stick/SD/xD Card Slot

Locating the Controls and Connectors

Headphone/Line-Out Jack

Microphone/Line-In Jack

WLAN On/Off Switch

USB 2.0 Port

ExpressCard Eject Button

PC Card Eject Button

PC Card Slot

ExpressCard Slot

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. (Figure 2-5)

Memory Stick/SD/xD-Picture Card Slot

The Memory Stick/Secure Digital/xD-Picture card slot allows you to install a flash memory card for data storage. This architecture allows you to transfer data from a variety of different digital devices. (See Inserting Memory

Stick/SD/xD Cards on page 40 for more information.)

IEEE 1394 (4-pin) Port

The 1394 port is used to connect between your LifeBook notebook and a peripheral such as a digital video camera.(See IEEE 1394 Port on page 47 for more informa- tion.)

Headphone/Line-Out Jack

The headphone/line-out jack allows you to connect headphones or powered external speakers. (See Headphone/

Line-out Jack on page 48 for more information.)

Microphone/Line-In Jack

The microphone/line-in jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone. (See Microphone/Stereo

Line-In Jack on page 48 for more information.)

ExpressCard Slot

The ExpressCard Slot allows you to insert an ExpressCard. (See PC Cards/ExpressCards™ on page 43 for more information.)

PC Card Slot

The PC Card Slot allows you to insert a Type I/II PC Card. (See PC Cards/ExpressCards™ on page 43 for more

information.)

PC Card Eject Button

The PC Card eject buttons are used to eject a PC Card from the PC Card slot. (See PC Cards/ExpressCards™ on

page 45 for more information.)

ExpressCard Eject Button

The ExpressCard eject button is used to eject an ExpressCard from the ExpressCard slot. (See PC Cards/Express-

Cards™ on page 45 for more information.)

Wireless LAN On/Off Switch

The Wireless LAN On/Off Switch turns the optional wireless LAN on and off. (See Using the Integrated Wire-

less LAN on page 51 for more information.)

USB 2.0 Port

The USB port allows you to connect Universal Serial Bus

2.0 or USB 1.1 devices. Note that there are three additional USB 2.0 ports on the rear of the system. (See

Universal Serial Bus Ports on page 48 for more information.)

LifeBook A Series Notebook – Section Two

Anti-Theft Lock Slot

LAN Jack (RJ-45)

USB Ports

S-Video Output Terminal

Figure 2-6. LifeBook notebook back/top panel

BACK/TOP PANEL COMPONENTS

The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s back panel components. (Figure 2-6)

Anti-theft Lock Slot

The anti-theft lock slot allows you to attach an optional physical lock-down device.

USB Ports

The four USB 2.0 ports (three on the rear, one on the right side) allow you to connect Universal Serial Bus devices. (See Universal Serial Bus Ports on page 48 for

more information.)

LAN Jack (RJ-45)

The LAN jack is designed to accept a Local Area Network (LAN) RJ-45 plug. (See Internal LAN (RJ-45)

Jack on page 47 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.(See S-

Video Out Port on page 48 for more information.)

External Video Port

The external video port allows you to connect an external monitor or LCD projector. (See External Video

Port on page 49 for more information.)

External Video Port

Modem Jack (RJ-11)

Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack

The Modem (RJ-11) telephone jack is for attaching a telephone line to the internal 56K modem. (See Modem

(RJ-11) Telephone Jack on page 47 for more information.)

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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 33600 bps at upload in accordance with FCC regulations.

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

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 the modem.

Certificate of

Authenticity Label

(location may vary)

Locating the Controls and Connectors

Figure 2-7. LifeBook notebook bottom panel

Battery latches

Lithium ion Battery Bay

Air Inlet

Main Unit and Configuration Label (location

may vary)

BOTTOM COMPONENTS

The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s bottom panel components. (Figure 2-7)

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 LifeBook notebook. (See Configuration Label on page 91 for

more information.)

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 35 for more information.)

Battery Bay Latches

The battery bay latches secure the Lithium ion battery in the battery bay. (See Lithium ion Battery on page 35 for

more information.)

Air Inlet

The air inlet allows the cooling fan to draw air into the computer for cooling purposes.

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.

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Battery Charging

Battery Level

Hard Disk/ CD Access

Figure 2-8 Status Indicator Panel

Status Indicator Panel

The Status Indicator displays symbols that correspond with a specific component of your LifeBook notebook. These symbols (when visible) tell you how each of those components is operating. (Figure 2-8). When you turn off the system, all indicators will go off, except when the battery is being charged.

BATTERY CHARGING INDICATOR

When the AC adapter is connected to your system, this indicator shows the status of the battery charging, as follows:

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Green, solid: The battery is either fully charged or the AC adapter is connected and there is no battery pack installed.

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Orange, solid: The battery pack is charging.

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Orange, blinking: Charging is suspended due to excessively high or low battery temperature.

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Off: No AC adapter is connected.

BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR

The Battery Level indicator displays the charge level of the battery pack, as follows:

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Green, solid: Battery is between 51% and 100% charged.

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Orange, solid: Battery is between 13% and 50% charged.

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Red, solid: Battery is between 0% and 12% charged.

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Orange, blinking: Blinks during battery status measurement (Four seconds after the battery is installed).

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Red, blinking: There is a problem with the battery.

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Off: There is no battery installed.

EMail Notification

NumLk CapsLk ScrLk

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If the battery pack is installed while the power is turned off, the battery level indicator will display the charge level for five seconds after it blinks orange.

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If the AC adapter is not connected or the battery pack is not fully charged when the computer is switched to standby mode, the indicator will blink. The LED blinks at the rate of one second on/five seconds off.

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

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A shorted battery is damaged and must be replaced.

HARD DISK/CD ACCESS INDICATOR

The Hard Disk/CD access indicator lights when the hard disk or optical drive is being accessed. To prevent corruption of data, do not press the power button when the hard disk/CD access indicator is lit.

EMAIL NOTIFICATION INDICATOR

The Email notification indicator blinks when Email is received. (This function assumes the application button is set for Email notification.) For additional information, see “Configuring the Application Panel” on page 22.

NUMLK INDICATOR

The NumLk indicator lights when the keyboard is in NumLk mode (during which you can use the keyboard as a ten-digit numeric keypad). To turn on or off, toggle the [NumLk] key on your keyboard.

CAPSLOCK INDICATOR

The CapsLock indicator lights when your keyboard is set to type in all capital letters. To turn on or off, toggle the [CapsLk] key on your keyboard.

SCRLK INDICATOR

The ScrLk indicator lights when the active window is locked to prevent the user from scrolling up or down. To turn on or off, press the [ScrLk] key while pressing the [Fn] key.

Status Indicator Panel

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Function Keys

Fn Key Start Key

Numeric Keypad Cursor Keys (outlined with thick black line)

Figure 2-9. Keyboard

Keyboard

USING THE KEYBOARD

Your LifeBook notebook has an integral 86-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.

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Numeric keypad

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Cursor keys

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Function keys

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Windows keys

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.

Application Key

WINDOWS KEYS

Your LifeBook notebook has two Windows keys, consisting of one Start key and one Application key. The Start key displays the Start menu. This button functions the same as your on-screen Start menu button. The Application key functions the same as your right mouse button and displays shortcut menus for the selected item. (Refer to your Windows documentation for additional information regarding the Windows keys.)

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).

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.

The [Fn] key provides extended functions for the LifeBook 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 down [Fn] allows you to toggle between an internal mouse (touchpad) and an external mouse (USB-type).

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[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.

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

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

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[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.

Keyboard

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Volume Control

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

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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.

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Using the Fn+F8 and Fn+F9 combinations to control volume will override software volume controls.

CONTROLLING THE VOLUME

The volume can be controlled in several different ways:

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

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Volume can be controlled with the [F8] and [F9] function 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.

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

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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.

Left Button

Touchpad Pointing Device

Touchpad

Scroll Button

Right Button

Figure 2-10. Touchpad pointing device

Touchpad Pointing Device

The Touchpad pointing device comes built into your 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 2-10)

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 can also perform the clicking operation by tapping lightly on the Touchpad once. (Figure 2-11)

Figure 2-11. 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 can also perform the double-click operation by tapping lightly on the Touchpad twice. (Figure 2-12)

Figure 2-12. Double-clicking

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If the interval between clicks is too

long, the double-click will not be executed.

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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 releasing your finger. (Figure 2-13)

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 2-14)

Figure 2-14. Scrolling

TOUCHPAD CONTROL ADJUSTMENT

If you need to change or adjust any of the touchpad control functions, you can customize them from the Mouse properties dialog box in the Control Panel. Click on Start, select Settings > Control Panel, then doubleclick Mouse.

Figure 2-13. Dragging

LifeBook Application/Media Player

A Button

Application Indicator

Application

Mode Button

Application

Mode

Player

Media Player Mode Button

Media Player Indicator

Stop/Eject

Figure 2-15. LifeBook Application/Media Player Buttons

B Button

Internet Button

Play/Pause

LifeBook Application/ Media Player Panel

A unique feature of your LifeBook notebook is the LifeBook Application Panel. The LifeBook Application Panel makes your LifeBook notebook more than just another computer. This panel allows you to launch applications with the touch of one button or to operate the optical drive as an independent audio media player.

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The LifeBook Application Panel uses the date and time settings of your LifeBook notebook. If the date and time are incorrect, you can adjust the settings in the Windows Control Panel.

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The media player that your LifeBook notebook uses is determined by the configuration of your system.

Power/Suspend/Resume Button*

Email Button

Internet Mail

Back

* While not an integral part

of the application panel, the Power/Suspend/Resume button is included for reference.

Your LifeBook notebook is pre-installed with software utilities that let you operate and configure your LifeBook Application Panel. These utilities are found under [Start] -> Control Panel -> Application Panel.

The panel consists of the following elements:

MODE BUTTON

Located to the left of the application buttons, the mode button allows you to select the function of the panel either as an application launcher or a media player.

When you press the Mode button, the light next to the applicable label will be lit. If Application mode is selected, the light adjacent to “Application” will be lit; if Player mode is selected, the light adjacent to “Player” will be lit.

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APPLICATION LAUNCH/ MEDIA PLAYER BUTTONS

When Application mode is active, pressing any of the four application buttons (A, B, Internet, or Mail) will launch a user-defined application. When Media mode is selected, the buttons operate the media player.

CONFIGURING THE APPLICATION PANEL

When you start your system, the LifeBook Application Panel is automatically activated. 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, the Application Panel Setup utility will quickly and easily help you make the most of this valuable feature.

To configure your LifeBook Application Panel with the Application Panel Setup utility:

1. Click on [Start] -> Control Panel. (Note that depending upon the View you are using, you may need to click Settings before clicking Control Panel).

3. Double-click on Application Panel. The Application Panel Setup utility will appear.

The utility window has tabs that correspond to the application buttons on the application panel. When you receive your notebook, these buttons are pre-configured to launch specific programs. (See Specifications on page 91 for more information).

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.

4. Click OK.

The button will now launch the new application. To return to launching your default Internet browser with this button, click on “Default Internet Browser” from the dropdown list. 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.

The E-mail tab can be modified in the same manner as the Internet tab.

At the bottom of each application setup page are two selectable options. The first will enable/disable the button when your LifeBook notebook is in Standby mode, and the second will enable/disable the button when your LifeBook notebook is in the pseudo-off state. You can enable/disable either or both of these functions simply by clicking on the option.

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

USING THE MEDIA PLAYER

The media player allows you to use your LifeBook notebook’s optical drive as an audio media player.

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If you shut down while the media player is playing an audio CD, it will stop.

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You cannot go into Suspend Mode or Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) Mode while the media player is playing a CD.

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The media player will only play when the system is powered on.

To change an application associated with one of the buttons, click on the tab for the button you would like to reconfigure. Click on the Browse button. Scroll down to the application you want to associate with the buttons, click on the application you wish to launch with this button, and then click Open. Click OK, and the button will now launch the new application.

One of the buttons may be preconfigured to launch your default Internet browser. In order to reconfigure it to launch a different program, follow these easy steps:

1. Click on the Internet tab of the application panel utility. Click on the down-arrow in the Specify the button action: field. Select Start Other Program from the dropdown list.

2. Click on the Browse button.

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

There is no configuration required for media player operation. The buttons are pre-configured to work like a normal media player. When the selector switch is in the bottom position, the buttons will operate as follows:

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Stop/Eject: This is the first button to the right of the Mode button. Press it once to stop an audio CD that is playing. Press it twice to eject the audio CD.

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Play/Pause: This is the second button to the right of the Mode button. Press this button to start playing an audio CD starting at Track 1. While the audio CD is playing, press it to pause. Press it again to continue.

LifeBook Application/Media Player

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If you press the play button and nothing happens, you either have the Selector switch locked, there is no audio CD in the media player drive, you have a CD other than an audio CD in the drive, or system is not powered on.

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Because of the Windows CD auto-insertion function, audio CDs will start playing immediately after they are inserted if your LifeBook notebook is on. This will not happen if you are using the media player in Suspend or Pseudo-off modes.

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Fast Backward: This is the third button to the right of the Mode button. Press this button once to skip one track back.

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Fast Forward: This is the fourth button to the right of the Selector switch. Press this button once to skip forward one track.

DESKTOP CONTROL PANEL

Your LifeBook notebook includes a desktop control panel for your notebook’s desktop that you can use at any time. You may use this panel to operate the media player when you have the Selector switch in the Application position or Lock mode.

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If you have your display set to 256

colors, the basic display will appear no matter which one you select. You will need to set your display colors to more than 256 in order to select other display appearances.

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When you close the media player’s

desktop control panel, it will stop the audio media player. Simply press the Play button if you would like to continue listening, and the media player will restart at track 1. The Selector switch must be in the media player position.

Deactivating and Activating the 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 Stop Application Panel.

To reactivate, follow the same procedure, except for

step 4. Click on Start Application Panel instead.

To use the desktop control panel:

1. Click on Start.

2. Click on Programs.

3. Click on Lifebook Application Panel.

4. Click on CD Player.

The desktop control panel will appear in the upper corner of your screen. To close the panel:

1. Click on the “x” button.

To minimize the panel:

2. Click on the “-” button.

You can select from four appearances for your desktop control panel. Simply double-click on the track display area of the panel, and a menu will appear which will allow you to select from a pull down menu. On the same pop-up are two other options: “Always on top” and “Continuous Play”. If you click on “Always on top” the desktop controls will always be seen on your screen, no matter what other application you are running. If you click on “Continuous Play”, your media player will automatically start over at the beginning of the CD in the drive as soon as it finishes the last track.

You can move the desktop control panel to anywhere on your desktop. Drag it by clicking and holding down the track number and dragging the control panel. When you place it where you would like, release the mouse button.

Every time you start Windows, the LifeBook Application Panel is activated, even if you deactivated it before you shut down.

Application Panel Setup

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If you insert an audio CD which has both audio and data tracks into the media player drive, the media player may fail to play the first audio track.

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The Volume Up, Volume Down and Mute controls for the media player desktop control panel adjusts the volume of the CD audio line only. It does not adjust your LifeBook notebook’s master software volume control.

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The media player desktop control panel is designed to be displayed in High Color (16-bit) or in True Color (24-bit or more). If you have your LifeBook notebook’s display set for 256 colors or less Media Player will display in a “basic” mode.

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Getting Started

LifeBook A Series Notebook – Section Three

DC Power Jack

DC Output Cable

AC Adapter

AC Cable

Figure 3-1. Connecting the AC Adapter

Power Sources

Your 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 LifeBook notebook and charging the batteries.

Connecting the AC Adapter

1. Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack of your LifeBook notebook. (Figure 3-1)

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

Connecting the Optional Auto/Airline Adapter

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

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

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 a charged battery installed.

2. Remove the AC adapter or the Auto/Airline adapter. Your notebook will automatically switch from DC power to battery power

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 LifeBook notebook while the battery charges.

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Display

Panel Latch

Figure 3-2. Opening the Display Panel

Display Panel

Your 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. Your system has a 15” XGA display panel.

OPENING THE DISPLAY PANEL

1. Slide the latch located at the top of the display panel to the right. 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.

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, with the brightness button, and with the keyboard.

The higher the brightness level, the more power the LifeBook notebook will consume and the faster your batteries will discharge. For maximum battery life, set the brightness to as low a level as possible.

Brightness Button

The brightness button is located to the right of the power/suspend/resume button (See Figure 2-3 on page 8 for location). Pressing the brightness button will increase the screen brightness to its maximum. Pressing the button again will toggle the brightness back to the level it was at before initially pressing it. To adjust the brightness by gradations, use the keyboard, as described below.

Keyboard

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

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

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

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.

Starting Your LifeBook Notebook

POWER ON

Power/Suspend/Resume Button

The Power/Suspend/Resume button 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.

Power/Suspend/ Resume Button

Figure 3-3. Starting the system

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.

To turn on your LifeBook notebook from its off state, press the Power/Suspend/Resume button located on the right above the keyboard (Figure 3-3). When you are done working you can either leave your LifeBook notebook in Suspend mode, (See Suspend Mode on page 31

for more information), or you can turn it off. (See Power Off on page 32 for more information)

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

When you power on your 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 78 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 POST, your LifeBook notebook will load your operating system.

Never turn off your notebook during the POST or it will cause an error message to be displayed when you turn it on the next time.

(See Power On Self Test Messages on

page 78 for more information)

BOOT SEQUENCE

The procedure for starting-up your LifeBook notebook is termed the Bootup sequence and involves your notebook’s Basic Input-Output System (BIOS). When your 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 LifeBook notebook is performing a standard boot sequence including a 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:

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You turn on the power to your LifeBook notebook.

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

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

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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 normally no need to set or change the BIOS environment to operate your notebook.

The BIOS Setup Utility allows you to:

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Control device feature parameters, such as changing I/O addresses and boot devices.

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Enter 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 with a prompt below it. This will open the main menu of the BIOS Setup Utility with the current settings displayed.

3. Press the arrow keys to scroll through the other setup menus to view or alter the current settings.

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BIOS Guide

A guide to your LifeBook notebook’s BIOS is available online. Please visit our service and support website at http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/support. Once there, select Notebooks under User’s Guides in the side bar. Select LifeBook BIOS Guides from the pull-down menu for your LifeBook model.

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

BOOTING THE SYSTEM

We strongly recommend that you not attach any external devices and do not put a DVD/CD in your 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 load the operating system, and then the Windows Welcome will begin.

Registering Windows with Microsoft

In order to ensure that you receive the most benefits from the Windows operating system, it should be registered the first time you use it.

After you receive the Windows Welcome screen, you will be prompted to enter registration information in the following order.

First of all, you will need to read and accept the End User License Agreements (EULAs). After accepting the EULAs, you will be asked if you want to enable the Automatic Updates feature. Acceptance of this feature is recommended because it allows your system to be updated automatically whenever an important change becomes available for your notebook.

You will then be automatically connected to the Inter net, if you have an appropriate connection available. If an automatic connection is not possible, you will be asked about how you dial out from 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.

Once you are connected to the Internet, you will be asked if you wish to continue with the registration. If you select Ye s you will then enter your name and address, and email address if desired. Click Next to complete registration.

REGISTERING YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK

How do I register my LifeBook notebook?

You can register your LifeBook by going to our Web site:

us.fujitsu.com/computers

You will need to be set up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) to register online.

INSTALLING CLICK ME!

Before installing Click Me!, be sure the wireless LAN switch is turned on.

The first time you boot up your system, you will see an icon called Click Me! in the Start menu. 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.

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

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You cannot use your LifeBook notebook until you have accepted the License Agreement. If you stop the process your notebook will return to the beginning of the Windows Welcome Process, even if you shut your notebook down and start it up again.

Several additional windows will appear, prompting you to enter a name and description for your computer, an Administrator password, and a domain name. Read the instructions on the screens carefully and fill in the information as directed.

Power Management

Your LifeBook notebook has many 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 LifeBook notebook may be controlled from settings made in your operating system, pre-bundled power management application, or from settings made in the 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 LifeBook 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.

POWER/SUSPEND/RESUME BUTTON

When your LifeBook notebook is active, the Power/ Suspend/Resume button can be used to manually put your LifeBook notebook into Suspend mode. Push the Power/Suspend/Resume button when your LifeBook 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.

If your LifeBook notebook is suspended, pushing the Power/Suspend/Resume button will return your LifeBook notebook to active operation.

SUSPEND MODE

Suspend mode 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 LifeBook notebook can be put in Suspend mode by:

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

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Selecting Standby from the Windows Shut Down menu.

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Timing out from lack of activity (if the power profile has been set up accordingly).

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Allowing the battery to reach the Dead Battery Warning condition.

Your LifeBook notebook’s system memory typically stores the files on which you are working, open applications information, and any other data required to support the operations in progress. When you resume

operation from Suspend mode, your LifeBook notebook will return to the point where it left off. You must use the Power/Suspend/Resume button to resume operation, and there must be an adequate power source available, or your LifeBook notebook will not resume.

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

HIBERNATION (SAVE-TO-DISK) FEATURE

The Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) 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

Hibernation is the default setting for Windows XP. To disable or enable the Hibernation feature, follow these steps:

1. From the Start menu, select Control Panel.

2. From the Control Panel, double-click the Power Options icon.

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

Using the Hibernation Feature

1. From the Start menu, 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. (Note that Hibernate will only appear as an option if it has been enabled in the Hibernate tab)

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

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If your notebook is actively accessing information when you enter the Suspend or Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) modes 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 (Save-toDisk) mode.

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

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The main advantage of using Hibernation is that power is not required to maintain your data. This is important if you will be leaving your 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.

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 Power/Suspend/ Resume button and can be enabled and disabled in Windows by going to the Control Panel and navigating to the Power Options Properties window. From the Power Schemes tab, you can select the amount of time for the monitor to stay on.

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.

WINDOWS POWER MANAGEMENT

The Power Options icon in the Control Panel allows you to configure some of the power management settings. As noted above, you can use the Power Options 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. This utility also offers several other methods for optimizing battery life.

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 LifeBook notebook. Your

notebook will shut down and then reboot.

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.

POWER OFF

Before turning off the power by choosing Shut Down from Windows, check that the Hard Drive/CD Access indicator is off. (See figure 2-8 on page 14) If you turn off the power while accessing a disk there is a risk of data loss. To ensure that your LifeBook notebook shuts down without error, use the Windows shutdown procedure.

Never turn your notebook off while an application is running. Be sure to close all files, exit all applications, and shut down your operating system before turning off power. If files are open when you turn the power off, you will lose any unsaved changes, and may cause disk errors.

Using the correct procedure to shut down from Windows, allows your LifeBook 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 LifeBook notebook.

If you are going to store your LifeBook notebook for a month or more, see the Care and Maintenance section of this manual.

User-Installable Devices and Media

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Lithium ion Battery

Your 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:

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The operating temperature range of the Lithium ion battery is 5°C to 30°C. If the battery is used outside these temperature ranges, charging efficiency will be greatly reduced and the likelihood of battery deterioration will greatly increase. The Battery Charging indicator on the Status Indicator Panel will flash orange when you try to charge a battery that is outside its operating temperature range. (See Battery Charging

Indicator on page 14 for more information)

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

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Actual battery life will vary based on screen brightness, applications, power management settings, features, battery condition and other user preferences. Media player drive 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.

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

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

RECHARGING THE BATTERIES

If you want to know the charge condition of the primary Lithium ion battery, check the Battery Level indicator located on the Status Indicator panel (See Battery Level Indicator on page 14 for more information). 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 is installed in your notebook and connect the AC or Auto/Airline adapter.

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

It is not necessary to discharge the battery completely before recharging. Charge times will be much 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 31 for more information on Suspend mode and shutdown procedure

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Using heavy current devices such as a modem or frequent media player 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 LifeBook notebook will go into Suspend mode. There is no guarantee that your data will be saved once the notebook reaches this point

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Once the low battery notification message appears, you must either plug in an AC power adapter or Auto/Airline adapter, or save all your active data, power down your system, and install a charged battery as soon as possible.

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When you are in Suspend mode there must always be at least one power source active. If you 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.

Once your LifeBook notebook battery goes dead, you will be unable to resume operation until you provide a source of power either from an adapter or a charged battery. Once you have provided power, you will need to press the Power/Suspend/Resume button to resume operation. If your battery dies, your data will be lost if a power source is not provided promptly. Once you provide power, you can continue to use your LifeBook notebook while an adapter is charging the battery.

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Damaged Batteries

The Battery Level indicator displays the operating level available in that battery. (See “Battery Level Indicator” on page 14). If this icon is red and blinking, it means that the battery is damaged and must be replaced so it does not damage any other parts of your 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.

1. Have a charged battery ready to install.

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

3. Press the battery release latches while lifting the battery. (Figure 4-1)

4. Remove the battery from the bay.

5. Insert the new battery into the bay. The pins will automatically align with the connector.

6. Press the battery down until the battery release latches snap into place.

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

Battery Latch

Figure 4-1. Removing the Battery

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

Battery Latch

Battery Pack

Media Holder Tray

Optical Drive Eject Button

Figure 4-2. Optical Drive

Optical Disk

Your system may have a DVD/CD-RW combo drive or a Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer. Collectively, these are known as “optical drives”. A variety of media is available to use with your system, depending upon the system configuration you have selected.

DVD-R and DVD-RW discs hold up to 4.7 GB of data (DVD-R discs used with the Multi-Format Dual-Layer DVD writer hold up to 8.5 GB of data.). A DVD-R disc can only be written to once; DVD-RW discs can be written to over and over. DVD-R and DVD-RW discs can be played on most standard DVD players.

CD-R and CD-RW discs hold up to 640 MB of data. A CD-R disc can only be written to once; CD-RW discs can be written to over and over.

Depending upon the configuration of your notebook, you may have one of the following optical drives:

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DVD/CD-RW combo: A DVD/CD-RW combo drive allows you to access movie, software, data, or audio DVD/CDs, and to write data onto recordable CD-R and CD-RW discs.

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Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer: This drive allows you to access movies, software, and audio DVD/CDs as well as to read and write to CD-R, CDRW, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, and DVD RAM discs. The dual-layer architecture allows you to record up to 8.5 GB of data on DVD+R discs.

Install your media player software before first using the optical drive. Refer to the applicable readme file on the Driver Applications CD-ROM.

Optical Disk

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Do not operate your optical 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.

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Prolonged use of the optical drive, such

as watching a DVD movie, will substantially reduce your battery life if no other power source is attached.

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You should regularly check the Fujitsu website at: http://us.fujitsu.com/ computers for current updated drivers.

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All LifeBook DVD players are set to play DVD titles with region code number 1 which is specified for the North American market. The region number is a regional restriction code defined by the DVD Forum acting on Hollywood requirements. Different region codes are recorded on video DVD titles for publication in different areas of the world. If the regional code of the DVD player does not match the codes on the titles, then playback is impossible.

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You can change the region code on the DVD player using the Properties menu of the DVD software. Note, however, that you can only change the region code up to four times. After the fourth change, the last code entered becomes permanent, and cannot be changed.

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LOADING MEDIA ON YOUR DRIVE

To load a disc into your optical drive:

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

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

be placed in the tray.

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 4-3)

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

USING THE MEDIA PLAYER SOFTWARE

Depending upon its configuration, your system may not have the media player software pre-installed. If it is not installed, reference the documentation that accompanies the media application.

Starting a DVD Movie

1. Insert the DVD movie into your optical drive. If the CD AutoRun feature activates, skip Step 2.

2. The first time you insert a movie into the DVD/CDRW tray, you will be prompted to select what you want the system to do when discs are inserted (e.g., start automatically or wait for a prompt). Until you make a selection, you will receive the same prompt whenever you insert a disc.

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.

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(c)

Figure 4-3. Loading/Ejecting Media

(b)

(d)

REMOVING MEDIA

1. Push and release the eject button on the front of the optical drive. This will stop the drive and the holder tray will come out of the LifeBook 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 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 on-screen 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 the U located in the upper right corner of the title bar. This will open a media player dialog box.

2. Click Yes to stop and exit the movie, or No to close the media player dialog box and return to the movie.

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USING DOLBY

HEADPHONE

The Dolby Headphone utility lets you enjoy multichannel sound sources, such as DVD movies, with realistic virtual surround sound using conventional stereo headphones. The Dolby Headphone is a utility that is available in the Cyberlink PowerDVD application.

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

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

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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.

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

1. Double click the PowerDVD 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 OPTICAL DRIVE ON BATTERY POWER

Since optical drives consume a lot of power, your overall battery life will be significantly shorter when operating the drive continuously (such as watching a DVD movie) than during standard operation. Many movie run-times are longer than your LifeBook notebook can support on a single charged 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.

Optical Disk

An additional fully-charged battery is recommended if you will be watching DVD movies on battery power. If you don’t have an additional battery, you may purchase one either online at www.shopfujitsu.com or by calling 1-877372-3473.

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.

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

If you do not stop the optical drive 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 any instructions presented before the system will reboot.

4. Power down your LifeBook notebook and replace the discharged battery with an additional fullycharged battery. If you do not have an additional battery, you should attach AC power as soon as you see the low battery warning.

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

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

7. Continue watching your DVD movie

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 cannot be guaranteed.

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Memory Stick/SD/xD-Picture Card Slot

Figure 4-4. Inserting a Memory Stick/SD Card

Memory Stick

Note: A memory stick is used for purposes of illustration.

Memory Stick/Secure Digital/xD Card Slot

Your LifeBook notebook supports the following memory cards, on which you can store and transfer data to and from a variety of digital devices. These cards use flash memory architecture, which means they don’t need a power source to retain data.

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SD Memory Card

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Mini SD Card

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Memory Stick Media

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Memory Stick Select Media

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Memory Stick Duo Media

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Memory Stick PRO Media

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xD-Picture Cards™

• Some of the media in the above list may have more features than others.

• An adapter is required for Memory Stick Duo and Mini SD Cards.

• Copyright Protection Technology cannot be used.

• MultiMedia Cards (MMC) and Secure MMC are not supported.

Memory Stick is a flash memory technology developed by Sony Electronics. Memory Stick allows you to record, transfer and share digital content, such as digital pictures, movies, music, voice, and computer data and applications.

Secure Digital (SD) Cards are very similar to Memory Sticks, but they are shorter. Like the Memory Stick, SD Cards allow portable storage among a variety of devices, such as cell phones, GPS systems, digital cameras, and

PDAs. SD Cards transfer data quickly, with low battery consumption. Like the memory stick, it uses flash memory architecture.

xD-Picture Cards work the same as Memory Sticks and SD Cards, but they are much smaller than either one. xD-Picture Cards are primarily used to store and transfer images with devices such as cell phones.

Figure 4-5. Memory Stick, Secure Digital, and xD-Picture Cards

INSERTING MEMORY STICK/SD/XD CARDS

Memory Sticks, SD Cards, and xD-Picture Cards are inserted in the Memory Stick/SD/xD-Picture Card slot (Figure 4-4). To insert a Memory Stick, SD Card or xDPicture Card, follow these steps:

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Inserting or removing a Memory Stick, SD Card, or xD-Picture Card during your notebook’s shutdown or bootup process may damage the card and/or your notebook.

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Do not insert a 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 Memory Stick, SD Card, or xD-Picture Card manual for instructions on the insertion of your card. Some cards may require that your notebook is off while inserting them.

2. Make sure there is no card currently in the slot. If there is, see Removing a Memory Stick/SD/xDPicture Card.

3. Insert your card into the slot with the product label facing up.

4. Push the card firmly into the slot until it is seated in the connector.

REMOVING A MEMORY STICK/SD/XD CARD

To remove a Memory Stick, SD Card, or xD-Picture Card, follow these easy steps:

See your card manual for specific instructions on the removal of your card. Some cards may require your LifeBook notebook to be in Suspend Mode or Off while removing them.

Push the Memory Stick, SD Card, or xD-Picture Card in until it unlatches. It will then eject from the slot for removal.

Memory Stick/SD Card

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Memory Upgrade Module

Your LifeBook notebook comes with 512 MB of on-board high speed Synchronous Dynamic RAM (SDRAM, PC2700-type, DDR, 333 MHz) factory installed. To increase your LifeBook notebook’s memory capacity, you may install an additional memory upgrade module. The memory upgrade must be a dual-in-line (DIMM) SDRAM module. To ensure 100% compatibility, purchase the SDRAM module only from the Fujitsu web store at: www.shopfujitsu.com.

Fujitsu highly recommends that only memory modules purchased from Fujitsu or recommended by Fujitsu be installed. The installation of incompatible memory modules can cause numerous problems which could result in loss of data.

INSTALLING A MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE

To install a memory upgrade module follow these steps:

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Turn off power and remove any telephone line connections before performing the memory upgrade.

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If the computer has been used recently, it may be hot. Make sure the system has cooled off completely before changing memory.

1. Turn off power to your LifeBook notebook and remove any power adapter (AC or auto/airline) and telephone line connections.

2. Place your LifeBook notebook on a clean work surface.

3. Open the top cover all the way, so that it is lying parallel with the work surface

4. Slide the access cover slightly to the left until it becomes disengaged. Remove it from the system

(Figure 4-6)

Access Cover

Figure 4-6. Sliding the access cover

5. Push the keyboard toward the back of the system until it disengages and can be lifted freely. (Figure 4-7)

Figure 4-7. Sliding the keyboard

6. Carefully pivot the front of the keyboard away from the laptop until it is lying on the display. (Figure 4-8)

The memory upgrade module can be severely damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD). Be sure you are properly grounded when handling and installing the module, and follow ESD precautions noted in the literature that accompanies the memory module.

Figure 4-8. Folding the keyboard back

7. Lift the memory cover and align the connector edge of the memory upgrade module, chip side up, with the connector slot in the compartment. The module is keyed so that it can only be aligned in one position. (Figure 4-9)

Memory Upgrade Module

8. Insert the memory upgrade module at a 45o angle and press it firmly onto the connector.

9. Press the memory upgrade module down into the compartment until it locks underneath the retaining clip. You will hear a click when it is properly in place. (Figure 4-9)

Alignment Keys

Clip

Figure 4-9. Inserting a new memory module

10. Carefully flip the keyboard back into its original position, and slide it towards the front of the unit until it is seated. (Figure 4-10)

REMOVING A MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE

1. Perform steps 1 through 7 of Installing a Memory Upgrade Module.

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

(Figure 4-12)

Figure 4-12. Removing a memory module

3. While holding the clips out, remove the module from the slot by lifting it up and pulling towards the back of your LifeBook notebook.

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

5. Replace the keyboard by following steps 11 and 12 of Installing a Memory Upgrade Modul

Figure 4-10. Reinstalling the keyboard

11. Replace the access cover you removed in step 4. (Figure 4-11) Installation of the new memory module is now complete.

Figure 4-11. Replacing the access cover

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

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

(See Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) Feature on page 31 for more information)

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 LifeBook notebook has recognized the change.

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

1. Turn on the power to your LifeBook notebook using the Power/Suspend/Resume button.

2. Allow the system to start booting and press the F2 key once the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen with a prompt below it. This will open the main menu of the BIOS setup with the current settings displayed.

(See BIOS Setup Utility on page 29 for more information). Use the right arrow key to select Info in the

BIOS Setup menu.

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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 Info menu screen. The chart below shows

the possible displays that can be shown on the screen.

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 the Troubleshooting section starting on page 69)

Memory Displayed

Onboard

512 MB 512 MB 512 MB 512 MB

Memory Slot

0 256 MB 512 MB

1 GB

Total Memory

512 MB 768 MB

1.0 GB

1.5 GB

PC Card Slot (lower slot)

Figure 4-13. Inserting/Removing PC Cards

PC Cards/ExpressCards™

Your LifeBook notebook supports Type I and Type II PC Cards and ExpressCards

With these cards you can perform a variety of functions depending on which type of card you insert. You can insert one or two cards at a time, depending on its type. PC Cards are to be inserted in the bottom slot, and ExpressCards in the top slot.

Some available PC/ExpressCards:

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Wireless LAN PC Cards (Type II)

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IDE solid-state disk cards (Type II)

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SCSI cards (Type II)

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Other PC Cards that conform to PCMCIA 2.1 or CardBus standards

For further information, refer to the instructions supplied with your card(s).

, in separate dedicated slots.

PC Cards/ExpressCards

PC Card

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

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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, the notebook, or both.

1. See your PC Card manual for instructions on the insertion of your card. Some cards may require that your notebook is off while inserting them.

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

3. If the eject button is extended, press it until it clicks.

4. Insert the card into the slot with the label facing up.

5. Push the card firmly into the slot until it is seated in the connector.

INSERTING PC CARDS

PC Cards are inserted in the PC Card slot (the lower of

the two slots). To insert a PC Card, follow these steps:

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When you receive your system, there are "dummy cards" inserted in the card slots. Before inserting a PC Card or ExpressCard, remove the dummy cards in accordance with the "Removing PC Cards" section. When you do not have a card inserted in the slots, be sure to reinsert the dummy cards to prevent the system from being contaminated.

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You may be required to log on as an Administrator or member of the Administrator’s Group to complete this procedure. If the computer is connected to a network, network policy settings may also prevent you from completing this procedure.

REMOVING PC CARDS

See your PC Card manual for specific instructions on removing your card. Some cards may require your notebook to be in Suspend Mode or Off during removal.

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Windows has a shutdown procedure for PC Cards that must be followed before removing a card. (Review your operating system manual for the correct procedure.) It is good practice to remove devices using the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon in the system tray.

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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.

2. Unlock the card from the slot by pressing the eject button associated with the slot in which the card is located. When pressed, the button will pop out.

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3. Firmly press the button again until it is flush with the notebook. This will eject the card slightly out of the slot allowing you to remove the card.

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

INSERTING EXPRESSCARDS

There are two different width ExpressCards: 34 mm and 54 mm. The connector inside the slot is located on the left-hand side of the slot. If you insert a 34 mm card, be sure to align it with the left side of the slot when inserting it.

ExpressCards are inserted in the ExpressCard slot (the top slot). (Figure 4-14).

54 mm ExpressCard

34 mm ExpressCard

ExpressCard Slot (top slot)

Figure 4-14. Inserting/Removing ExpressCards

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Inserting or removing an ExpressCard during your notebook’s shutdown or bootup process may damage the card and/or your notebook.

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

To insert an ExpressCard, follow these steps:

1. Make sure there is no ExpressCard currently in the slot. If there is, see Removing ExpressCards.

2. If the eject button is extended, press it in until it clicks.

3. Insert your ExpressCard into the slot with the product label facing up. If you are inserting a 34 mm card, be sure to align it with the left side of the slot when inserting it.

4. Push the card firmly into the slot until it is seated in the connector.

REMOVING EXPRESSCARDS

See your ExpressCard manual for specific instructions on removing your card. Some cards may require your notebook to be in Suspend Mode or Off during removal.

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Windows has a shutdown procedure for ExpressCards that must be followed before removing a card. (Review your operating system manual for the correct procedure.) It is good practice to remove devices using the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon in the system tray.

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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.

To remove an ExpressCard, follow these steps:

2. Unlock the card from the slot by pressing the eject button associated with the slot in which the card is located. When pressed, the button will pop out.

3. Firmly press the button again until it is flush with the notebook. This will eject the card slightly out of the slot allowing you to remove the card.

You may be required to log on as Administrator or a member of the Administrator’s Group to complete this procedure. If your computer is connected to a network, network policy settings may also prevent you from completing this procedure.

See your ExpressCard manual for instructions on the insertion of your card. Some cards may require that your notebook is off while inserting them.

Device Ports

Your LifeBook notebook comes 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: (Figure 4-15)

Device Ports

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

INTERNAL LAN (RJ-45) JACK

The RJ-45 jack is used to connect the internal Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-T/Tx) to a Local Area Network (LAN) in your office or home, or broadband devices such as a cable modem, DSL, or satellite internet. If your notebook has been configured with internal LAN capability you will need to configure your notebook to work with your particular network. (To properly set up your LAN environment, consult a networking professional. Refer to your network administrator for information on your network configuration.) To connect the LAN cable follow these easy steps: (Figure 4-16)

Figure 4-15 Connecting a modem

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 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 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.

Figure 4-16 Connecting a LAN

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 PORT

The 4-pin 1394 port allows you to connect digital devices that are compliant with IEEE 1394 standard (also known as “FireWire”). The IEEE 1394 standard is easy to use, connect, and disconnect. This port allows up to 400 Mbps transfer rate. A third-party application may be required to operate your device with the 1394 port

The 1394 port used in this system uses a four-pin configuration. If you intend to interface with devices which use a six-pin configuration, you will need to purchase an adapter.

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mm) stereo mini-plug in order to fit into the microphone jack of your LifeBook notebook. In order to connect a microphone follow these easy steps: (See

Figure 2-5 on page 11 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

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

HEADPHONE/LINE-OUT JACK

The headphone/line-out jack supports 2-channel High Definition (HD) audio for a greatly enhanced multimedia experience.

Figure 4-17 Connecting a IEEE 1394 device

In order to connect a 1394 device, follow these steps:(Figure 4-17)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

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

UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS PORTS

A Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 port allows you to connect USB devices such as game pads, pointing devices, keyboards and speakers. USB 2.0 is downwardcompatible with USB 1.1 devices, so older USB devices will work with these ports. USB 2.0 is a much faster design, running forty times faster than USB 1.1.

Your LifeBook notebook has four USB 2.0 ports; three on the back and one on the right side. To connect a USB device follow these steps: (Figure 4-18)

The headphone/line-out jack allows you to connect headphones or external powered speakers. In order to connect headphones or speakers, follow these steps:

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

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

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If you plug headphones into the headphone jack, you will disable the built-in stereo speakers.

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For information about using Dolby™ Headphone, refer to “Using Dolby™ Headphone” on page 39

S-VIDEO OUT PORT

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. To connect an S-Video device, follow these steps: (Figure 4-19)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

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

Figure 4-18 Connecting a USB device

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

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

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

MICROPHONE/STEREO LINE-IN JACK

The microphone/stereo line-in jack allows you to connect an external microphone or external audio source such as an audio cassette player to your computer. Your microphone must be equipped with a 1/8”(3.5

Figure 4-19 Connecting an S-Video device

EXTERNAL VIDEO PORT

The external video port allows you to connect an external monitor or LCD projector. To connect an external monitor follow these steps:

Figure 4-20 Connecting an external monitor

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.

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

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Using the Integrated Wireless LAN

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WIreless LAN User’s Guide

FCC REGULATORY INFORMATION

Please note the following regulatory information related to the wireless LAN device.

Regulatory Notes and Statements

Wireless LAN, Health and Authorization for use

Radio frequency electromagnetic energy is emitted from Wireless LAN devices. The energy levels of these emissions, however, are far much less than the electromagnetic energy emissions from wireless devices such as mobile phones. Wireless LAN devices are safe for use by consumers because they operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations. The use of Wireless LAN devices may be restricted in some situations or environments, such as:

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On board an airplane, or

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In an explosive environment, or

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In situations where the interference risk to other devices or

services is perceived or identified as harmful. In cases in which the policy regarding use of Wireless LAN devices in specific environments is not clear (e.g., airports, hospitals, chemical/oil/gas industrial plants, private buildings),

obtain authorization to use these devices prior to operating the equipment.

Regulatory Information/Disclaimers

Installation and use of this Wireless LAN device must be in strict accordance with the instructions included in the user documentation provided with the product. Any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of this device, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than those specified by the manufacturer. It is the responsibility of the user to correct any interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment. The manufacturer and its authorized resellers or distributors will assume no liability for any damage or violation of government regulations arising from failure to comply with these guidelines.

This device must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

For IEEE 802.11a Wireless LAN: This device is for operation within 5.15-5.25 GHz frequency range, is restricted to indoor environments, and the antenna of the device must be integral.

Federal Communications Commission statement

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and, (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.

FCC Interference Statement

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. 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. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it 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 and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

2. Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.

3. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from the one the receiver is connected to.

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

FCC Radio Frequency Exposure statement

This Wireless LAN radio device has been evaluated under FCC Bulletin OET 65C and found compliant with the requirements as set forth in CFR 47 Sections 2.1091, 2.1093, and 15.247 (b) (4) addressing RF Exposure from radio frequency devices. The radiated output power of this Wireless LAN device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits.

Export restrictions

This product or software contains encryption code which may not be exported or transferred from the US or Canada without an approved US Department of Commerce export license. This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules., as well as ICES 003 B / NMB 003 B. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation. Modifications not expressly authorized by Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation may invalidate the user's right to operate this equipment.

Canadian Notice

To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing.

High power radars are allocated as primary users of 5250 -5350 MHz and 5650 - 5850 MHz and these radars could cause interference and/or damage to LELAN (license exempt LAN) devices operating in these bands.

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Before Using the Wireless LAN

This manual describes the procedures required to properly setup and configure the integrated Wireless LAN Mini-PCI device (referred to as "WLAN device" in the rest of the manual). Before using the WLAN device, read this manual carefully to ensure it's correct operation. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

Prior to using the wireless LAN device, be sure to run the Click Me! utility, as detailed in “Installing Click Me!” on page 26.

Wireless LAN Devices Covered by this Document

This document is applicable to systems containing the following device:

Atheros AR5006X (WLL4070) Mini-PCI wireless network card (802.11a+b/g)

Characteristics of the WLAN Device

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The WLAN device is a Mini-PCI card attached to the main board of the mobile computer.

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The WLAN devices operate in license-free RF bands, therefore eliminating the need to procure an FCC license to operate. The WLAN devices operate in the

2.4GHz Industrial, Scientific, and Medical (ISM) RF band and in the lower and middle bands of the 5GHz Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (UNII) bands.

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The WLAN devices are capable of three operating modes, IEEE802.11a, IEEE802.11b and IEEE802.11g.

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Encoding of data is modulated using Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) and Complementary Code Keying (CCK) when the WLAN device is operating in IEEE 802.11b mode and Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) when operating in IEEE802.11a or IEEE802.11g mode.

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The WLAN device is Wi-Fi certified and operates at the maximum data transfer rate of 54 Mbps in IEEE802.11a or IEEE802.11g mode and 11 Mbps in IEEE802.11b mode.

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The maximum communication range indoors is approximately 80 feet (25 meters). However, that range will increase or decrease depending on factors such as number of walls, reflective material, or interference from external RF sources.

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The WLAN device supports the following encryption methods - WEP, CKIP, TKIP, and AES encryption.

WIRELESS LAN MODES USING THIS DEVICE

Ad Hoc Mode

(See Figure 5-1)

"Ad Hoc Mode" refers to a wireless network architecture where wireless network connectivity between multiple computers is established without a central wireless network device, typically known as Access Point(s). Connectivity is accomplished using only client devices in a peer-to-peer fashion. That is why Ad Hoc networks are also known as peer-to-peer networks. Ad Hoc networks are an easy and inexpensive method for establishing network connectivity between multiple computers.

Figure 5-1. Ad Hoc Mode Network

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Ad Hoc mode requires that the SSID, network authentication, and encryption key settings are identically configured on all computers in the Ad Hoc network.

Access Point (Infrastructure) Mode

(See Figure 5-2)

Infrastructure mode refers to a wireless network architecture in which devices communicate with wireless or wired network devices by communicating through an Access Point. In infrastructure mode, wireless devices can communicate with each other or can communicate with a wired network. Corporate wireless networks operate in infrastructure mode because they require access to the wired LAN in order to access computers, devices, and services such as file servers, printers, and databases.

How to Handle This Device

The WLAN device comes pre-installed in your mobile computer. Under normal circumstances, it should not be necessary for you to remove or re-install it. The Operating System that your mobile computer comes with has been pre-configured to support the WLAN device.

WIRELESS NETWORK CONSIDERATIONS

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The Atheros AR5002X WLAN device supports IEEE802.11a, IEEE802.11b and IEEE802.11g.

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The WLAN devices operate in the 2.4GHz ISM band and the 5 GHz lower, middle, and upper UNII bands.

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The maximum range of the WLAN device indoors is typically 80 feet (25 meters). Please note that the maximum range you achieve may be shorter or longer than 80 feet, depending on factors such as access point transmit power, number and density of obstructions, or external RF interference.

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Microwave ovens will interfere with the operation of WLAN device as microwave ovens operate in the same

2.4GHz frequency range that IEEE802.11b/g devices operate in. Interference by microwaves does not occur with IEEE802.11a radio which operates in the 5 GHz RF band.

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Wireless devices that transmit in the 2.4GHz frequency range may interfere with the operation of WLAN devices in IEEE802.11b/g modes. Symptoms of interference include reduced throughput, intermittent disconnects, and large amounts of frame errors. It is HIGHLY recommended that these interfering devices be powered off to ensure the proper operation of the WLAN device.

DEACTIVATING THE WLAN DEVICE

Deactivation of the WLAN device may be desired in certain circumstances (to extend battery life) or where certain environments require it (i.e. hospitals, clinics, airplanes, etc.). Fujitsu mobile computers employ two methods with which to deactivate the WLAN device:

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Using the Wireless On/Off Switch

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In Windows, using the Atheros Client Utility

software.

Figure 5-2. Access Point (Infrastructure) Mode Network

Internet

ADSL modem, cable modem, or similar

Wireless LAN

Wired LAN

Access Point*

*An optional hub for a wired LAN may be required depending upon the type of access point used.

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Deactivation using the Wireless On/Off Switch

The WLAN device can be deactivated quickly and efficiently by toggling the Wireless On/Off Switch to the Off position. (Figure 5-3)

The Wireless On/Off switch has no effect on non-Wireless LAN models.

Wireless LAN On/Off Switch

Figure 5-3. Wireless LAN On/Off Switch Location

Deactivation using Atheros Client Utility software

1. Right-click on Atheros Client Utility icon in the system tray. Select “Open Atheros Client Utility” from the menu.

2. Choose Action and click Disable Radio.

ACTIVATING THE WLAN DEVICE

Activation of the WLAN device can be accomplished using the same methods as the deactivation process

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Using the Wireless On/Off Switch

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In Windows using the Atheros software

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Configuration of the WLAN Device

The WLAN Device can be configured to establish wireless network connectivity using the Atheros Client Utility. The Atheros Client Utility software allows for multiple profile setups and supports automatic profile switching. Support for most industry standard security solutions is contained in this software.

FLOW OF OPERATIONS

1. Activate the WLAN Device (See Activating the WLAN Device on page 56 for more information).

2. Configure the Wireless Network parameters

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Enter the network name (SSID)

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Choose the appropriate WLAN architecture (Ad Hoc or Infrastructure)

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Choose Authentication method: Open, Shared, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2-Enterprise, WPAPersonal, or WPA2-Personal

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If using static WEP keys, enter static WEP key and choose key index.

3. Configure network settings (

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TCP/IP settings

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Workgroup or Domain settings.

CONFIGURATION USING ATHEROS CLIENT UTILITY SOFTWARE

This section explains the procedure to properly configure the WLAN device using the Atheros Client Utility. Pre-defined parameters will be required for this procedure. Please consult with your network administrator for these parameters:

Network Name - Also known as the SSID

Network Key (WEP) - Required if using static WEP

keys.

Authentication Type - Open, Shared, WPA, or WPAPSK

Procedure

1. Activate the WLAN device using either the Wireless On/Off Switch or the Atheros Client Utility

2. Right-click on the “Atheros Client Utility” icon in

the system tray, and select “Open Atheros Client Utility” from the menu.

3. From the Current Status page, click the Profile

Management tab.

4. If this is your first time using this utility, highlight the profile [Default] and Click the [Modify] button, otherwise Click the [New] button. The General Settings dialog displays.

5. From the General page, enter a profile name in the Profile Name field.

6. Enter the network SSID, in the SSID1 field. If you wish to create a profile that can connect to up to 3 different wireless networks, SSID's can be entered in the SSID2 and SSID3 fields as well.

7. Click the Security tab.

8. The Security tab allows for the configuration of the Security modes listed in the table below. Please select the radio button of the desired security mode. If these settings are not known to you, please consult with your network administrator for the correct settings.

Field Name Description

WPA Enables the use of Wi-Fi Protected

Access. Choosing WPA opens the WPA EAP drop-down menu. Options include TLS and PEAP. If these settings are not known to you, please consult with your network administrator for the correct settings.

WPA-PSK Enables WPA-Pre-Shared Key. Click

on the Configure button to enter the WPA Passphrase. If these settings are not known to you, please consult with your network administrator for the correct settings.

802.1x Enables 802.1x security. If these settings are not known to you, please consult with your network administrator for the correct settings. Choosing this option opens the

802.1x EAP type drop-down menu. Options include TLS, PEAP, and LEAP

Pre-Shared Key Enables the use of pre-shared keys

that are defined on both the access point and the station. This is where static WEP keys are entered. Click the Configure button to fill in the Define Pre-Shared Keys window.

None No security

9. Click OK

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10. Click the Advanced tab

11. The Advanced tab allows for the configuration of the options detailed in the table below..

Field Name Description

Power Save Mode

Network Type Options are AP (Infrastructure) or Ad

802.11b Preamble

Tra nsmit Power Level

Wireless Mode Specifies 5 GHz 54 Mbps, 5 GHz 108

Wireless Mode when Starting Ad Hoc Network

Options are Maximum, Normal, or Off

Hoc

Specifies the preamble setting in

802.11b. The default setting is Short and Long (Access Point mode), which allows both short and long headers in the 802.11b frames. Set to Long Only to override allowing short frames.

Options are 100%, 50%, 25%,

12.5% or Lowest transmit power (0mW)

Mbps, 2.4 GHz 11 Mbps, or 2.4 GHz 54 Mbps operation in an access point network.

Specifies 5GHz 54 Mbps, 5 GHz 108 Mbps, 2.4 GHz 11 Mbps, or 2.4 GHz 54 Mbps to start an Ad Hoc network if no matching network name is found after scanning all available modes.

12. Click OK

13. If the profile you just created does not activate immediately, click the Profile Management tab, highlight the desired Profile, and click Activate.

14. Click [Close] if you want to close the Atheros Client Utility.

CONNECTION TO THE NETWORK

This section explains connection to the network.

If there is an administrator of the network, contact the network administrator for data settings.

Setting the network

Perform the “Setting TCP/IP” and “Confirming the computer and work group names” operations required for network connection.

Setting TCP/IP

To change the setting of the IP address, you need to be logged in from Windows as an administrator.

1. Click the [Start] button first and then [Control Pane l].

2. If the Control Panel is in Category view, switch to Classic view by clicking “Switch to Classic View” under Control Panel the left frame. (If you are already in Classic view, “Switch to Category View” will be displayed.)

3. Double-click [Network Connections]. A list of currently installed networks will be displayed.

4. Right-click [Wireless Network Connection] in the list, and then click [Properties] in the menu displayed. The [Wireless Network Connection Properties] window will be displayed.

5. Click the [General] tab if it is not already selected.

6. Click [Internet Protocol (TCP/IP] and then click [Properties]. The [Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties] window will be displayed.

7. Set the IP address as follows:

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For ad hoc connection: Select [Use the following IP address:] and then enter data for [IP address] and [Subnet mask]. See page 64 for IP address setting.

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For access point (infrastructure) connection: If your network uses DHCP, select [Obtain an IP address automatically] and [Obtain DNS server address automatically]. If your network uses static IP addresses, consult with your network administrator for the correct IP address settings.

8. Click the [OK] button. Processing will return to the

[Wireless Network Connection Properties] window.

9. Click the [OK] button.

10. Close the [Network Connection] window.

Following this operation, confirm the names of the

computer and the workgroup as follows.

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Confirming the computer and work group names

To modify the computer name and/or the work group name, you need to be logged in from Windows as an administrator.

1. Click the [Start] button, then [Control Panel].

3. Double-click the [System] icon. The [System Properties] window will be displayed.

4. Click the [Computer Name] tab.

5. Confirm the settings of [Full computer name:] and [Workgroup:].

a. The setting of [Full computer name:] denotes the

name for identifying the computer. Any name can be assigned for each personal computer.

To change the name, click [Change] and then proceed in accordance with the instruction messages displayed on the screen.

The folder and printer for which the sharing function has been set will be usable from any personal computer present on the network.

To share a file and/or the connected printer, you need to be logged in as an administrator.

Setting the Microsoft network-sharing service

1. Click the [Start] button first and then [Control Panel].

3. Double-click [Network Connections]. A list of currently installed networks will be displayed.

4. Right-click [Wireless Network Connection] in the list, and then click [Properties] in the menu displayed. The [Wireless Network Connection Properties] window will be displayed.

5. If [File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Net- works] is displayed, proceed to step 6. If [File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks] is not displayed, skip to step 7.

Enter the desired name in less than 15 ASCII character code format. Identifiability can be enhanced by entering the model number, the user name, and other factors.

b. [Workgroup name] is the group name of the

network. Enter the desired name in less than 15 ASCII character code format.

For ad hoc connection: Assign the same network name to all personal computers existing on the network.

For access point (infrastructure) connection:

Assign the name of the work group to be accessed.

6. Click the [OK] button. If a message is displayed that requests you to restart the personal computer, click [Yes] to restart the computer.

Setting the sharing function

Set the sharing function to make file and/or printer sharing with other network-connected personal computers valid.

This operation is not required unless the sharing function is to be used.

6. Make sure that the [File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks] check box is checked, and then click the [OK] button. Skip to “Setting filesharing function”.

7. Click [Install]. The [Select Network Component Type] window will be displayed.

8. Click [Service], then click the [Add] button. The [Select Network Service] window will be displayed.

9. Click [File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks] and then click the [OK] button. Processing will return to the [Wireless Network Connection Properties] window, and [File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks] will be added to the list.

10. Click the [Close] button.

Setting the file-sharing function

The procedure for setting the file-sharing function follows, with the “work” folder in drive C: as an example.

1. Click the [Start] button first and then [My Com-

puter].

2. Double-click [Local disk (C:)].

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3. Right-click the “work” folder (or whichever folder you want to share), and then click [Sharing and Security...] in the menu displayed. The [Folder

Name Properties] window will be displayed.

Setting the file-sharing function for the file which has been used to execute Network Setup Wizard is suggested on the screen. For the wireless LAN, however, since security is guaranteed by entry of the network name (SSID) and the network key, the steps to be taken to set the filesharing function easily without using Network Setup Wizard are given below.

4. Click [Sharing] if it isn’t already selected.

5. Click the link stating “If you understand the security risks, but want to share files without running the wizard, click here”.

6. Click “Just enable file sharing” and click [OK].

7. Check the [Share this folder on the network] check box

To specify the corresponding folder as a read-only folder, select the [Read only] checkbox under the General tab.

8. Click the [OK] button. The folder will be set as a sharable folder, and the display of the icon for the “work.” folder will change.

Setting the printer-sharing function

1. Click the [Start] button first and then [Printers and FAX]. A list of connected printers will be displayed.

2. Right-click the printer for which the sharing func-

tion is to be set, and then click [Sharing] in the menu displayed. The property window correspond-

ing to the selected printer will be displayed.

5. Enter the sharing printer name in [Share name].

6. Click the [OK] button.

Confirming connection

After you have finished the network setup operations, access the folder whose sharing has been set for other personal computers. Also, confirm the status of the radio waves in case of trouble such as a network connection failure.

In the case of access point (infrastructure) connection, enter the necessary data for the access point before confirming connection. Refer to the manual of the access point for the access point setup procedure.

Connecting your personal computer to another personal computer

1. Click [Start] first and then [My Computer]. The [My Computer] window will be displayed in the left frame.

2. Click [My Network Places] in the “Other Places” list. The window [My Network Places] will be displayed.

3. Click [View workgroup computers] under Network Tasks in the left frame.

4. Double-click the personal computer to which your personal computer is to be connected. The folder that was specified in “Setting the file-sharing function” on page 59 will be displayed.

5. Double-click the folder to be accessed.

Setting the printer-sharing function when Network Setup Wizard has been executed is suggested on the screen. For the wireless LAN, however, since security is guaranteed by entry of the network name (SSID) and the network key, the steps to be taken to set the printer-sharing function without using Network Setup Wizard are laid down below.

3. Click the [Sharing] tab.

4. Click [Share this printer].

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Troubleshooting

Causes and countermeasures for troubles you may encounter while using your wireless LAN are described in the following table.

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

Unavailable network connection

Incorrect network name (SSID) or network key

Weak received signal strength and/or link quality

The WLAN device has been deactivated or disabled

The computer to be connected is turned off

RF interference from Access Points or other wireless networks

Ad hoc connection: verify that the network names (SSID’s) and network

keys (WEP) of all computers to be connected have been configured correctly. SSID’s and WEP key values must be identical on each machine.

Access Point (Infrastructure) connection: set the network name (SSID) and network key to the same values as those of the access point.

Set the Network Authentication value identically to that of the Access Point. Please consult your network administrator for this value, if necessary.

Ad hoc connection: Retry connection after shortening the distance to the destination computer or removing any obstacles for better sight.

Access Point (Infrastructure) connection: Retry connection after shortening the distance to the access point or removing any obstacles for better sight..

Check if the wireless switch is turned ON. Also verify “Disable Radio” is not checked in “Network setting” window.

Check if the computer to be connected is turned ON.

The use of identical or overlapping RF channels can cause interference with the operation of the WLAN device. Change the channel of your Access Point to a channel that does not overlap with the interfering device.

Wireless network authentication has failed

Incorrectly configured network settings

Incorrect IP address configuration

Re-check your Network Authentication, Encryption, and Security settings. Incorrectly configured security settings such as an incorrectly typed WEP key, a mis-configured LEAP username, or an incorrectly chosen authentication method will cause the LAN device to associate but not authenticate to the wireless network.

Recheck the configuration of your network settings.

For the method of checking, refer to the following page:·“Connection to the Network” on page 58.

This only applies to networks using static IP addresses. Please contact your network administrator for the correct settings.

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Wireless LAN Glossary

Ad Hoc Mode

Ad Hoc Mode refers to a wireless network architecture where wireless network connectivity between multiple computers is established without a central wireless network device, typically known as Access Points. Connectivity is accomplished using only client devices in a peer-to-peer fashion. For details, refer to “Ad hoc connection” on page 54.

Channel

Range of narrow-band frequencies used by the WLAN device to transmit data. IEEE802.11b/g - 11 channels, 22 MHz wide channels.

DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)

A protocol that provides a means to dynamically allocate IP addresses to computers on a local area network.

DNS (Domain Name System)

A data query service that provides a mechanism with which to translate host names into Internet addresses.

IEEE802.11a

Wireless LAN standard that supports a maximum data rate of 54 Mbps. 802.11a devices operate in the 5 GHz lower and middle UNII bands.

IEEE802.11b

Wireless LAN standard that supports a maximum data rate of 11 Mbps. 802.11b devices operate in the 2.4 GHz ISM band.

Access point

Wireless network device used to bridge wireless and wired network traffic.

IP address

The logical 32-bit host address defined by the Internet Protocol that uniquely identifies a computer on a network. The IP address is usually expressed in dotted decimal notation.

LAN (Local Area Network)

A LAN or Local Area Network is a computer network (or data communications network) which is confined to a limited geographical area.

MAC address (Media Access Control Address)

A MAC address (also called an Ethernet address or IEEE MAC address) is the 48-bit address (typically written as twelve hexadecimal digits, 0 through 9 and A through F, or as six hexadecimal numbers separated by periods or colons, e.g., 0080002012ef, 0:80:0:2:20:ef) which uniquely identifies a computer that has an Ethernet interface.

MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit)

The maximum size of data which can be transmitted at one time in networks including the Internet. In an environment whose maximum size of data is too large to correctly receive data, normal communications can be restored by setting the size of MTU to a smaller value.

Network key

Data that is used for encrypting data in data communication. The personal computer uses the same network key both for data encryption and decryption, therefore, it is necessary to set the same network key as the other side of communication.

Network name (SSID: Security Set Identifier)

When a wireless LAN network is configured, grouping is performed to avoid interference or data theft. This grouping is performed with “Network name (SSID)”. In order to improve security, the network key is set allowing no communication unless “Network name (SSID)” coincides with the network key.

Open system authentication

Null authentication method specified in the 802.11 standard that performs no authentication checks on a wireless client before allowing it to associate.

PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet)

A method of allowing the authentication protocol adopted in telephone line connection (PPP) to be used over an Ethernet.

Protocol

A procedure or rule of delivering data among computers. Ordered data communication is allowed by making all conditions required for communication including the method of data transmission/reception and actions upon communication errors into procedures.

Shared key authentication

802.11 network authentication method in which the AP sends the client device a challenge text packet that the client must then encrypt with the correct WEP key and return to the AP. If the client has the wrong key or no key, authentication will fail and the client will not be allowed to associate with the AP. Shared key authentication is not considered secure, because a hacker who detects both the clear-text challenge and the same challenge encrypted with a WEP key can decipher the WEP key.

SSID (Service Set Identifier)

Service Set Identifier, a 32-character unique identifier attached to the header of packets sent over a WLAN that acts as a password when a mobile device tries to connect to the BSS. The SSID differentiates one WLAN from another, so all access points and all devices attempting to connect to a specific WLAN must use the same SSID. A device will not be permitted to join the BSS unless it can provide the unique SSID. Because the SSID is broadcast in plain text, it does not supply any security to the network.

Subnet mask

WIreless LAN User’s Guide

TCP-IP network is controlled by being divided into multiple smaller networks (subnets). IP address consists of the subnet address and the address of each computer. Subnet mask defines how many bits of IP address comprise the subnet address. The same value shall be set among computers communicating with each other.

TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)

A standard protocol of the Internet.

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi, or Wireless Fidelity, is a set of standards for wireless local area networks (WLAN) based on the IEEE

802.11 specifications. Certified products can use the official Wi-Fi logo, which indicates that the product is interoperable with any other product also showing that logo.

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IP address information

IP addressing is much more complicated than can be briefly explained in this document. You are advised to consult with your network administrator for additional information.

If IP address is unknown, set IP address as follows:

If you have an access point (DHCP server) on the network, set the IP address as follows:

[Obtain an IP address automatically]

A DHCP server is a server that automatically assigns IP addresses to computers or other devices in the network. There is no DHCP server for the AdHoc network.

If the IP address is already assigned to the computer in the network, ask the network administrator to check the IP address to be set for the computer.

If no access point is found in the network:

An IP address is expressed with four values in the range between 1 and 255.

Set the each computer as follows: The value in parentheses is a subnet mask.

Computer A: 192.168.100.2 (255.255.255.0)

Computer B: 192.168.100.3 (255.255.255.0)

Computer C: 192.168.100.4 (255.255.255.0)

Computer X: 192.168.100.254 (255.255.255.0)

WIreless LAN User’s Guide

Specifications

Item Specification

Type of network The Atheros AR5002X WLAN device conforms to IEEE 802.11a

and 802.11b/g (Wi-Fi based)*.

Transfer rate (Automatic switching)

Active frequency 802.11b/g: 2400~2473 MHz

Number of channels 802.11a: 8 independent channels

Security Encryption Types - CKIP, WEP, TKIP, AES**

Maximum recommended number of computers to be connected over wireless LAN (during ad hoc connection)

IEEE 802.11a/g: 54 Mbps maximum data rate

IEEE 802.11b: 11 Mbps maximum data rate

802.11a: 4900 ~ 5850 MHz

802.11b/g: 11 channels, 3 non-overlapping channels

WPA 1.0 compliant

Encryption Keylengths Supported: 64 bits, 128 bits, and 152 bits (Atheros module using AES encryption only)

802.1x/EAP

10 units or less ***

* “Wi-Fi based” indicates that the interconnectivity test of the organization which guarantees the interconnectivity of wireless LAN (Wi-Fi Alliance) has been passed.

** Encryption with network key (WEP) is performed using the above number of bits, however, users can set 40 bits/ 104 bits after subtracting the fixed length of 24 bits.

*** Depending on practical environments, the allowable number of computers to be connected may be decreased.

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Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

There may be occasions when you encounter simple setup or operating problems that you can solve on the spot, or problems with peripheral devices that can be solved by replacing the device. The information in this section helps you isolate and resolve some of these straightforward issues 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 LifeBook notebook and to an active AC power source.

3. Make sure that any card inserted 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 LifeBook notebook. Make sure it has been off at least 10 seconds before you turn it 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.

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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.

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Do not return a failed LifeBook notebook to your supplier until you have talked to a support representative.

Troubleshooting

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) E-mail: 8fujitsu@us.fujitsu.com/computers Website: http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/ support.

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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Hardware configuration

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Type of device connected, if any

See the Configuration Label on the bottom of your LifeBook notebook for configuration and serial numbers. (See Figure 2-7 on page 13 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 LifeBook notebook.

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TROU BLE S HO OTI N G TA B LE

Problem Page

Audio Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 70

Optical Drive Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 70

Hard Drive Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 71

Keyboard or Mouse Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 71

Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 72

Modem Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 72

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

Audio Problems

There is no sound coming from the builtin speakers.

The software volume control is set too low.

Headphones are plugged into your LifeBook notebook.

BIOS audio settings are incorrect. Set the BIOS setup utility to the default values within

Problem Page

USB Device Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 72

PC Card Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 73

Power Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 73

Shutdown and Startup Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . page 75

Video Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 75

Miscellaneous Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 77

Adjust the sound volume control settings in your software, operating system and applications.

Plugging in headphones disables the built-in speakers, remove the headphones.

the Multimedia Device Configuration menu. (See

BIOS Setup Utility on page 29 for more information)

Optical Drive Problems

LifeBook notebook fails to recognize media discs.

Software driver is not configured correctly.

Refer to your application and operating system documentation for help.

Sound may be set to Mute. Click on the Volume icon in the system tray and

verify that the Mute checkbox is not set.

Device Manager may not be set correctly.

Go to the Control Panel -> System, and click on the Hardware tab. Click the [Device Manager] button and scroll down to verify that all devices are set properly.

The disc is not pushed down onto raised center circle of the drive.

Media player tray is not latched shut.

Setup utility is set to something other than media player or Auto for Secondary Master Controller.

Wrong drive designator was used for media player in the application.

Open media player tray and re-install the media disc properly.

Push on the front of the media player tray until it latches.

Revise BIOS settings for the Secondary Master Controller. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 29 for

more information)

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 media player, drive designators are automatically adjusted.

Windows Media Player auto insert notification function is disabled.

Start the media player from the desktop or application software or re-enable the Windows media player auto insert notification function.

Media disc is dirty or defective. Wipe the disc with a non-abrasive CD cleaning cloth

and reinsert. It if still will not work try another media disc in the drive.

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

The Media Player Access indicator on the Status Indicator Panel blinks at regular intervals when no disc is in the tray or the media drive is not installed.

The Windows media player auto insert notification function is active and is checking to see if a media disc is ready to run.

Troubleshooting

This is normal.

The notebook fails to Auto-Play a DVD movie.

The media player will not play international DVD titles

Hard Drive Problems

You cannot access your hard drive.

The media player software has not been installed.

The region code for the DVD does not match that of the media player.

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 LifeBook notebook.

Locate and install the DVD-ROM Applications CD.

All Fujitsu notebook DVD players are set to play DVD titles with region code number 1, which is specified for the North American market. The region number is a regional restriction code defined by the DVD Forum acting on the requirements of Hollywood. Different region codes are recorded on video DVD titles for publication in different areas of the world. If the regional code of the DVD player does not match the regional codes on the titles, then playback is impossible.

NOTE: You can change the region code on the DVD player using the Properties menu of the DVD software. Note, however, that you can only change the region code up to four times. After the fourth change, the last region code entered becomes permanent, and cannot be changed.

Revise BIOS settings to set both Primary Master and Primary Slave correctly. (See BIOS Setup Utility

on page 29 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.

Security is set so your operating system cannot be started without a password.

Keyboard or Mouse Problems

The built-in keyboard does not seem to work.

The LifeBook notebook has gone into Suspend mode.

Your application has locked out your keyboard.

Verify your password and security settings.

Push the Power/Suspend/Resume button.

Try to use your integrated pointing device to restart your system. If this fails, turn your LifeBook notebook off press the Power/Suspend/Resume button for 10 seconds or more, and then turn it back on.

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

You have installed an external keyboard or mouse, and it does not seem to work.

Your external device is not properly installed.

Your operating system software is not set up with the correct software driver for that device.

You have connected an external keyboard or a mouse and it seems to be locking up the system.

Your operating system software is not set up with the correct software driver for that device.

Your system has crashed. Try to restart your LifeBook notebook. If this fails,

Memory Problems

Re-install your device. (See Device Ports on page 47 for more information)

Check your device and operating system documentation and activate the proper driver.

turn your LifeBook notebook off press the Power/ Suspend/Resume button for 10 seconds or more, and then turn it back on.

Your Info menu of the BIOS setup utility information, does not show the correct amount of installed memory.

Modem Problems

Messages about modem operation.

USB Device Problems

You have installed a USB device. Your LifeBook notebook does not recognize the device, or the device does not seem to work properly.

Your memory upgrade module is not properly installed.

Remove and re-install your memory upgrade module. (See Memory Upgrade Module on page 42

for more information)

You have a memory failure. Check for Power On Self Test (POST) messages.

(See Power On Self Test Messages on page 78 for more information)

Messages about modem operation are generated by whichever

See your application software documentation for additional information.

modem application is in use.

The USB device is not properly installed and/or powered.

Verify the USB is properly installed by unplugging and replugging the plug. Also, verify that sufficient power is available to the USB device.

The USB port is not enabled in the BIOS.

Verify the USB port is set to Enabled in the BIOS.

(See Entering the BIOS Setup Utility on page 27 for more information)

The device is not properly installed.

The device may have been installed while an application was

Remove and re-install the device. (See Device Ports

on page 47 for more information)

Close the application and restart your LifeBook

notebook. running, so your LifeBook is not aware of its installation.

Your software may not have the correct software driver active.

You may have the wrong I/O address selected for your device.

See your software documentation and activate the

correct driver.

See your device documentation and software docu-

mentation to determine the required I/O address.

Change the settings in the BIOS setup utility. (See

BIOS Setup Utility on page 29 for more information)

Your 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.

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

PC Card Problems

PC Card does not work or locks up the system.

Troubleshooting

The card is not properly inserted. Remove and re-insert the card. (See PC Cards/

ExpressCards™ on page 45 for more information)

The card may have been inserted while an application was running,

Close the application and restart your LifeBook

notebook. so your LifeBook notebook is not aware of its insertation.

Power Failures

You turn on your LifeBook notebook and nothing seems to happen.

Your software may not have the correct software driver active.

You may have the wrong I/O address selected for your PC Card device.

Your PC Card device and another device are assigned the same I/O address.

The card may have been “removed” using the Unplug or Eject Hardware utility.

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.

The primary battery is installed but is faulty.

See your software documentation and activate the

correct driver.

See PC Card documentation to determine the

required I/O address. Change the BIOS settings. (See

BIOS Setup Utility on page 29 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.

If the Unplug or Eject Hardware utility has been

used to “remove” the PC card, the system will not

recognize the card, even if it is still present in the

slot. Physically remove the card and reinsert it in the

slot. If that is not successful, reboot the system.

Check the Status Indicator Panel to determine the

presence and condition of the batteries. (See Status

Indicator Panel on page 14 for more information)

Install a charged battery or a power adapter.

Use the Status Indicator panel to verify the presence

and condition of the batteries. (See Status Indicator

Panel on page 14 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 14 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 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.

Verify that your adapter is connected correctly. (See

Power Sources on page 27 for more information)

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.

The power adapter (AC or auto/ airline) is faulty.

Try a different power adapter or install a charged

optional second battery.

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

Your LifeBook note-

You have a battery failure. Verify the condition of the batteries using the Status

book turns off all by itself.

Indicator Panel, and replace or remove any batteries

that are shorted. (See Status Indicator Panel on

page 14 for more information)

Your LifeBook notebook will not work on battery alone.

The battery seems to discharge too quickly.

The power management parameters are set for auto timeouts which are too short for your operating needs.

Press any button on the keyboard, or move the

mouse to restore operation. If that fails, push the

Power/Suspend/Resume button. Check your power

management settings, or close your applications and

go to the Power Options menu of the setup utility to

adjust the timeout values to suit your needs.

You are operating on battery power only and have ignored a low battery alarm until the

Install a power adapter or a charged battery, then

push the Power/Suspend/Resume button. (See

Power Sources on page 27 for more information)

batteries are all at the dead battery state and your machine has gone into Dead Battery Suspend mode.

Your power adapter has failed or lost its power source.

Make sure the adapter is plugged in and the outlet

has power.

The installed battery is dead. Replace the battery with a charged one or install a

power adapter.

No battery is installed. Install a charged battery.

The battery is improperly installed.

Verify that the battery is properly connected by re-

installing it.

Your installed battery is faulty. Verify the condition of the battery using the Status

Indicator panel and replace or remove any battery

that is shorted. (See Status Indicator Panel on page 14

for more information)

You are running an application that uses a great deal of power

Use both the primary battery and/or use a power

adapter for this application when at all possible. due to frequent hard drive or media player drive 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 Options 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 battery is very old. Replace the battery.

The battery has been exposed to

Replace the battery. high temperatures.

The battery is too hot or too cold. Restore the LifeBook to normal operating tempera-

ture. The Battery Charging icon on the indicator

panel will flash when the battery is outside operating

range.

The Mode light is on constantly. Turn off the Mode light by turning system power

off, then pressing the Power/Suspend/Resume

button for four or more seconds.

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

Shutdown and Startup Problems

The Power/Suspend/ Resume button does not work.

The Power/Suspend/Resume button is disabled from the Advanced submenu of the Power menu of the setup utility.

You did not hold the button in long enough.

There may be a conflict with the application software.

Troubleshooting

Enable the button from the setup utility.

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.

The system powers up and displays power-on information, but fails to load the operating system.

An error message is displayed during the LifeBook notebook (boot) sequence.

Your LifeBook notebook appears to change setup parameters when you start it.

Video Problems

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.

The BIOS CMOS hold-up battery has failed.

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 29 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 29 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 Power On Self Test (POST) messages to deter-

mine the meaning of the problem. Not all messages

are errors; some are status indicators. (See Power On

Self Test Messages on page 78 for more information)

Make sure you select Save Changes And Exit when

exiting the BIOS setup utility.

Contact your support representative for repairs.

This is not a user serviceable part but has a normal

life of 3 to 5 years.

Display is blank when you turn on the system.

Something is pushing on the Closed Cover switch.

The LifeBook notebook is set for an external monitor only.

The angle and brightness settings of the display are not adequate for the lighting conditions.

Clear the Closed Cover switch. (See Figure 2-3 on

page 8 for location)

Pressing [F10] while holding down the [Fn] key

allows you to change the destination of 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.

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

Display is blank when you turn on the system.

(continued)

When the ATI Driver CD is first installed, you receive a Microsoft message informing you that the ATI driver is not

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 warning does not apply to your LifeBook; the driver has been thoroughly tested and its installation will not jeopardize the performance of your system.

compatible with your operating system.

The LifeBook notebook turned on with a series of beeps and your built-

Power On Self Test (POST) has detected a failure which does not allow the display to operate.

in display is blank.

Press any button on the keyboard, or move the

mouse to restore operation. If that fails, push the

Power/Suspend/Resume button. (The display may

be shut off by Standby mode, Auto Suspend or

Video Timeout)

If this message appears on your screen, click the

Continue Anyway or Ye s buttons to proceed.

Contact your support representative.

The display goes blank by itself after you have been using it.

The built-in display does not close.

The built-in display has bright or dark spots.

The application display uses only a portion of your screen and is surrounded by a dark frame.

The LifeBook notebook has gone into Video timeout, Standby mode, Suspend mode or Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) mode because you have not used it for a period of time.

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.

A foreign object, such as a paper clip, is stuck between the display and the keyboard.

If the spots are very tiny and few in number, this is normal for a large LCD display.

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.

Press any button on the keyboard, or move the mouse

to restore operation. If that fails, push the Power/

Suspend/Resume button. Check your power manage-

ment settings, or close your applications and go to the

Power Savings menu of the setup utility to adjust the

timeout values to suit your operation needs. (See

BIOS Setup Utility on page 29 for more information)

Check the Closed Cover switch. (See Figure 2-3 on

page 8 for location)

Press any button on the keyboard, or move the mouse

to restore operation. If that fails, push the Power/

Suspend/Resume button. (The display may be shut

off by Standby Mode, Auto Suspend or Video

Timeout)

Remove all foreign objects from the keyboard.

This is normal; do nothing.

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 29 for more

information)

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

The Display is dark when on battery power.

You have connected an external monitor and it does not display any information.

The BatteryAid 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.

Troubleshooting

Press [Fn] + [F7] to increase brightness or double-

click on BatteryAid gauge and adjust Power Control

under battery settings.

Toggle the video destination by pressing [Fn] and

[F10] together, or check your BIOS setup and enable

your external monitor. (See Video Features submenu,

located within the Advanced Menu of the BIOS. (See

BIOS Setup Utility on page 29 for more information)

Reinstall your device. (See External Video Port on

page 49 for more information)

You have connected an external monitor and it does not come on.

Miscellaneous Problems

The notebook seems to be running warmer than usual.

An error message is displayed on the screen during the operation of an application.

Your operating system software is not set up with the correct software driver for that device.

Your external monitor is not compatible with your LifeBook notebook.

If proper circulation is not provided, the system could overheat, potentially resulting in system damage.

Application software often has its own set of error message displays.

Check your device and operating system

documentation and activate the proper driver.

See your monitor documentation and the External

Monitor Support portions of the Specifications

section.

Ensure that all of the air vents on the sides and

bottom of the system hare not blocked or obstructed

in any way.

See your application manual and help displays

screens for more information. Not all messages are

errors some may simply be status.

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POWER ON SELF TEST MESSAGES

The following is an alphabetic list of error-and-status messages that BIOS and/or your operating system can generate and an explanation of each message. Error messages are marked with an *. The most common errors are marked with a #. If an error message is displayed, 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 successfully 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 29 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.

Troubleshooting

*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.

*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/Suspend/ Resume button 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 LifeBook 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 OPTICAL DRIVE TRAY RELEASE

If for some reason the eject button fails, you can open the optical drive 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.

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:

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NO CARRIER

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NO DIALTONE

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CONNECT 53000 (Connection complete at 53 Kbps.)

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ERROR

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FAX

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RING (This means an incoming call.)

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BUSY

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NO ANSWER

When using the internal modem with applications that are not factory installed refer to the application documentation.

LifeBook A Series Notebook – Section Six

RESTORING YOUR PRE-INSTALLED SOFTWARE

The Drivers and Applications Restore (DAR) CD contains sets of device drivers and Fujitsu utilities (in specific directories) that are unique to your notebook configuration for use as documented below

If you have access to the internet, visit the Fujitsu Support website at http:// www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/support to check for the most current information, drivers and hints on how to perform recovery and system updates.

Automatically Downloading Driver Updates on page 81 for more information)

Re-Installing Individual Drivers and Applications

The Drivers and Applications CD can be used to selectively re-install drivers and/or applications that may have

been un-installed or corrupted.

There may be certain free third-party applications pre-installed on your system that are not on the DAR CD. The latest versions of the applications can be downloaded from the third-party’s website.

(See

6. After the components are installed, click [OK], then click [Yes] when asked if you want to reboot the system.

RESTORING THE FACTORY IMAGE

The Restore DVD that came with your system contains two utilities:

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The Recovery utility allows you to restore the original contents of the C: drive.

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The Hard Disk Data Delete utility on this disc is used to delete all data on your hard disk and prevent it from being reused. Do not use the Hard Disk Data Delete utility unless you are absolutely certain that you want to erase your entire hard disk, including all partitions.

• The use of this disc requires that you have a device capable of reading DVDs attached to your system. If you do not have a built-in DVD player, you will need to attach an external player. For more information on available external devices, visit our Website at: www.shopfujitsu.com.

• This disc can only be used with the system with which it was purchased.

To re-install drivers and/or applications:

1. Boot up the system and insert the DAR CD after Windows has started. A Fujitsu Installer screen is displayed after the CD is inserted.

2. After reading the License Agreement, click [I agree].

3. A window will appear containing a list of applications, drivers, and utilities that you can install from the Drivers and Applications CD

The components listed are color-coded in terms of their install status. Blue indicates that the component can be installed. Green indicates that the component needs to be installed separately. Grey indicates a component that is already installed; grey items can be reinstalled, but prior to installation you will receive a reminder that the component is already installed.

4. In the list, check off all the components you want to install. If you want to install all components, click [Select All]. Clicking [Select All] will select all of the blue-coded components; you must select grey and green components separately.

5. Once you have selected the components you wish to install, click [Install Selected Subsystems]; the components will be installed.

BOOT Priority Change

Before restoring an image, you must first verify that your system is set up to boot from the DVD drive. To verify/ change the boot-up priority (rather than booting-up from the hard drive or an external floppy disk drive), perform the following steps:

1. Start your system and press the [F2] key when the Fujitsu logo appears. You will enter the BIOS Setup Utility.

2. Using the arrow keys, go to the Boot menu.

3. Arrow down to the Boot Device Priority submenu. Press [Enter].

4. If “Optical Media Drive” or “CD-ROM Drive” is not at the top of the list, arrow down to the drive in the list, and press the space bar (or the + key) to move it to the top of the list. (The system attempts to boot from the devices in the order in which they are listed.). Note that the BIOS for some systems will indicate “CD-ROM Drive”, even when a DVD drive is connected.

5. If you have an external DVD drive connected, proceed to step 6; otherwise, proceed to step 7.

6. If you have an external DVD drive connected:

• Select the Advanced menu in the BIOS window.

• Scroll down to the USB Features submenu and press the Enter key to open it.

Troubleshooting

• If Legacy USB Support is disabled, press the space bar to enable it.

• Scroll down to SCSI SubClass Support and press the space bar to enable it.

7. Press [F10], then click on [Yes] to exit the BIOS Setup Utility and return to the boot process.

After you have changed the boot priority, you can restore a backup image when you are booting up.

Procedure

1. Turn on the power to your system.

2. Ensure that you have a device that can read DVDs

either installed in your system or attached externally to it.

3. Insert the Restore DVD into the drive tray.

4. Reboot your system.

5. After the system reboots, follow the instructions

that appear to either restore your system image or erase all data from your hard disk.

AUTOMATICALLY DOWNLOADING DRIVER UPDATES

Your system has a convenient tool called the Fujitsu Driver Update (FDU) utility. With FDU, you can choose to automatically or manually go to the Fujitsu site to check for new updates for your system.

The FDU icon should appear in the system tray at the bottom right of your screen (roll the cursor over the icons to find the correct one). If the FDU icon does not appear in the system tray, it can be started by going to [Start] -> All Programs, and clicking on Fujitsu Driver Update; this will create the icon automatically.

To invoke the FDU menu, right-click on the FDU icon. The menu contains the following items:

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Check for updates now

Allows for manual driver update search. The first time it is used, you are prompted to agree to a user agreement. After clicking on the icon, the FDU automatically connects with the Fujitsu site to check for updates and downloads them. While downloading, the icon has a red bar through it, indicating that it cannot be used while the download is in process. When the update is complete, a message appears informing you of the fact.

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Enable Automatic Update Notifications

Automatically searches for new updates on a regular basis (approximately every 3 days).

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Show update history

Brings up a screen that displays a history of updates that have been made via the FDU.

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About Fujitsu Driver Update

Displays the FDU version number and copyright

information

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Fujitsu Driver Update Readme

Displays the FDU readme.

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Care and Maintenance

LifeBook A Series Notebook – Section Seven

Care and Maintenance

If you use your LifeBook notebook carefully, you will increase its life and reliability. This section provides some tips for looking after the LifeBook notebook and its devices.

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.

LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK

Caring for your LifeBook notebook

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Your LifeBook notebook is a durable but sensitive electronic device. Treat it with respect and care.

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Make a habit of transporting it in a suitable carrying case.

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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.

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Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Always follow installation instructions closely.

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Keep it away from food and beverages.

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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 LifeBook notebook will not boot up after it

has dried out, call your support representative.

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Do not use your LifeBook notebook in a wet environment (near a bathtub, swimming pool).

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Always use the AC adapter and batteries that are approved for your LifeBook notebook.

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Avoid exposure to sand, dust and other environmental hazards.

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Do not expose your LifeBook notebook to direct sunlight for long periods of time as temperatures above 140° F (60° C) may damage your notebook.

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Keep the covers closed on the connectors and slots when they are not in use.

Care and Maintenance

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Do not put heavy or sharp objects on the computer.

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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.

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Never position your LifeBook notebook such that the media player drive is supporting the weight of the notebook.

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Do not drop your LifeBook notebook.

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Do not touch the screen with any sharp objects.

Cleaning your Fujitsu notebook

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Always disconnect the power plug. (Pull the plug, not the cord.)

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Clean your LifeBook notebook with a damp, lint-free cloth. Do not use abrasives or solvents.

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Use a soft cloth such as a lens cleaning cloth to remove dust from the screen. Never use glass cleaners.

Storing your Fujitsu notebook

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If storing your LifeBook notebook for a month or longer, turn your LifeBook notebook off, fully charge the battery, the remove and store all Lithium ion batteries.

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Store your LifeBook notebook and batteries separately. If you store your LifeBook notebook with a battery installed, the battery will discharge, and battery life will be reduced. In addition, a faulty battery might damage your LifeBook notebook.

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Store your LifeBook notebook in a cool, dry location. Temperatures should remain between 13ºF (-25ºC) and 140ºF (60ºC).

Traveling with your Fujitsu notebook

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Do not transport your LifeBook notebook while it is turned on.

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Do not check your LifeBook notebook as baggage. Carry it with you.

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Avoid putting your LifeBook notebook through a metal detector. Have your notebook hand-inspected by security personnel. You can however, put your LifeBook 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 LifeBook notebook handinspected by security personnel. Security officials may require you to turn your LifeBook notebook on. Make sure you have a charged battery on hand.

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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

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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.

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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.

Outlet Type Location

United States, Canada, parts of Latin America, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Taiwan, the Philippines

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

United Kingdom, Ireland, Malaysia, Singapore, parts of Africa

China, Australia, New Zealand

Figure 7-1. International Outlet Types

BATTERIES

Caring for your Batteries

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Always handle batteries carefully.

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Do not short-circuit the battery terminals (that is, do not touch both terminals with a metal object). Do not carry loose 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.

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Do not drop, puncture, disassemble, mutilate or incinerate the battery.

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Recharge batteries only as described in this manual and only in ventilated areas.

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Do not leave batteries in hot locations for more than a day or two. Intense heat can shorten battery life.

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Do not leave a battery in storage for longer than 6 months without recharging it.

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If your LifeBook notebook is running on battery power all day, connect it to the AC adapter overnight to recharge the battery.

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Keep brightness to the lowest level comfortable.

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Set the power management for maximum battery life.

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Put your LifeBook notebook in Suspend mode when it is turned on and you are not actually using it.

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Limit your media drive access.

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Disable the media player auto insert notification function.

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Always use fully charged batteries.

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Eject PCMCIA cards when not in use.

MEDIA CARE

Caring for your Media (DVD/CD/CD-R/DVD+/-R/DVD+/-RW)

Media discs are precision devices and will function reliably if given reasonable care.

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Always store your media disc in its case when it is not in use.

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Always handle discs by the edges and avoid touching the surface.

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Avoid storing any media discs in extreme temperatures.

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Do not bend media discs or set heavy objects on them.

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Do not spill liquids on media discs.

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Do not scratch media discs.

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Do not put a label on media discs.

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Do not get dust on media discs.

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Never write on the label surface with a ballpoint pen or pencil. Always use a felt pen.

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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.

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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.

Increasing Battery Life

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Power your LifeBook notebook with the AC or optional auto/airline adapter whenever possible.

Caring for your Media Drive

Your media player drive is durable but you must treat it with care. Please pay attention to the following points:

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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.

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Avoid using or storing the drive where it will be exposed to extreme temperatures.

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Avoid using or storing the drive where it is damp or dusty.

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Avoid using or storing the drive near magnets or devices that generate strong magnetic fields.

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Avoid using or storing the drive where it will be subjected to shock or vibration.

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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 will provide specific information, but you should pay attention to the following points:

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To keep out dust and dirt, store PC Cards in their protective sleeves when they are not installed in your LifeBook notebook.

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Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or excessive heat.

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Keep the cards dry.

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Do not flex or bend the cards, and do not place heavy objects on top of them.

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Do not force cards into the slot.

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Avoid dropping cards, or subjecting them to excessive vibration.

Care and Maintenance

LifeBook A Series Notebook – Section Seven

System Specifications

LifeBook A Series Notebook – Section Eight

Specifications

This section provides the hardware, software, and environmental specifications for your LifeBook notebook. Specifications of particular configurations will vary.

Part Number

FPCxxxxxx

No:

Part No: AHXxxxxxxxxxxxxx

A3040, 15XGA, AMD MT-37, XPH, DL S_MULTI, 512M, 80G, MDM/LAN, WLAN

Screen Size/

Model

Typ e

MICROPROCESSOR

AMD Turion™ 64 Mobile Technology* (To determine the number of your processor, refer to the configuration label on the bottom of your system).

Cache Memory

1 MB L2

MEMORY

System Memory

512 MB on-board PC2700 (DDR 333)*, with one open DIMM slot for expansion up to 1.5 GB SDRAM, via DIMM modules. (Reference the table on page 43 for a list of memory configurations.)

CHIPSET

ATI Radeon® Xpress 200M

VIDEO

Built-in 15” Crystal View XGA color flat-panel TFT active matrix LCD display with simultaneous display capability.

Video Color and Resolution

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Internal: 1024 x 768 pixel resolution, 16M colors.

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External: 1600 x 1200 (max) pixel resolution, 16M colors.

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Simultaneous Video: 1024 x 768 pixel resolution

Video RAM

The video memor y is shared w ith system memor y and is adjustable (up to 128 MB) by the system.

* The memory size and processor speed can be found in the BIOS

Info section.

information)

(See BIOS Setup Utility on page 29 for more

Processor

Operating System

Figure 8-1. Configuration Label

CONFIGURATION LABEL

Your LifeBook notebook contains a configuration label located on the bottom of your LifeBook notebook. (See figure 2-7 on page 13 for location) This label contains information about the options you’ve chosen for your LifeBook notebook. Following is a typical label and information on how to read your configuration label.

Configuration ID

Device

Memory

Hard Drive

Communications

INTEGRATED POINTING DEVICE

Touch pad pointing device with scrolling button.

AUDIO

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Realtek ALC260, 20-bit stereo audio 3D-Stereo supported

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Stereo headphone jack, 1 V impedance 32 Ohms

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Mono microphone jack, 125 mV impedance 10K Ohms

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Two built-in speakers, 28 mm diameter, stereo, boxless

, or less, minimum

rms

or less, minimum

p-p

MASS STORAGE DEVICE OPTIONS

Hard Drive

80 GB, 100 GB, or 120 GB fixed hard drive, Ultra DMA 100, 4200 rpm

Media Player Drive

(One of the following devices, depending upon the configuration of your system).

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Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer: (Note that on the configuration label, this device is referred to as “DL S-MULTI”). Modular CD-ROM: 24x; CD-R: 24x; CD-RW: 16x

(R)/10x (W); DVD-ROM: 8x; DVD-R: 8x; DVD-R DL: 4x (R)/ 2x (W); DVD-RW: 4x; DVD-RAM: 5x; DVD+R: 8x; DVD+R DL: 4x (R)/2.4x (W); DVD+RW: 4x

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DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive:

CD-ROM: 24x; CDR: 24x; CDRW: 24x (R)/10x (W); DVD-ROM: 8x; DVD-R: 8x

Flash Media Slot

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Memory Stick/Memory Stick PRO, shared with Secure Digital (SD) and xD-Picture Card slot

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COMMUNICATIONS

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Modem: Internal multinational V.90 standard 56K* fax/modem (ITU V.90, 56K data, 14.4K fax.)

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LAN: 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet

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Atheros AR5006X (WLL4070) Mini-PCI wireless network card (802.11a+b/g)

* Actual speeds over U.S. telephone lines vary and are

less than 56 Kbps due to the current FCC regulations and line conditions. The internal modems on all LifeBook notebooks are only qualified for use with telephone systems inside the United States and Canada and may not operate in other countries.

LIFEBOOK APPLICATION PANEL

Application Launcher and Audio CD Player. The Application Launcher is pre-set with the following defaults assigned to each button

Application A: Notepad

Application B: Calculator

Internet: Internet Explorer or default browser

Mail: Outlook Express

THEFT PREVENTION LOCK SLOT

Lock slot for use with physical restraining security systems.

DEVICE PORTS

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PC Card slot for o n e Ty pe I/Ty p e I I cards PCMC I A Standard 2.1 with CardBus support

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ExpressCard slot for one ExpressCard (supporting either 34mm or 54mm ExpressCards)

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One media slot for a Memory Stick, Secure Digital (SD) Card, or Xd-Picture Card (xD)

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One 15-pin D-SUB connector for VGA external monitor (see Video specifications).

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Four connectors for USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus) input/output devices.

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One modular modem (RJ-11) connector.

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One modular Ethernet (RJ-45) jack

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One IEEE 1394 jack (4-pin type)

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One mono microphone jack. (See Audio specifications)

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One headphone jack. (See Audio specifications)

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One S-Video out port

KEYBOARD

Built-in keyboard with all functions of 101 key PS/2 compatible keyboards.

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Total number of keys: 86

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Function keys: 12, F1 through F12

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Feature extension key: Fn

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Two Windows keys: one Start key and one application key

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Key pitch: 19 mm

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Key stroke: 3 mm

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Built-in touchpad with scroll button

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Built-in Palm Rest

External Keyboard Support

USB-compatible

External Mouse Support

USB-compatible

POWER

Batteries

One 4-cell Lithium ion Battery, rechargeable, 14.4 V, 2000 mAh

AC Adapter

Autosensing 100-240 V AC, 64 W, supplying 19 VDC,

3.37A to the LifeBook notebook, Fujitsu Model FPCAC49AP, which includes an AC cable.

Power Management

Conforms to ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface).

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD): 9 kV

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

Overall Dimensions

12.95” (w) x 11.36” (d) x 1.78/1.92” (h) (329.0 x 288.5 x 45.2/48.7 mm)

Weight

Approximately 7.48 lbs. (3.4 kg)

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Te mp e r at u r e

Operating: 5° to 35° C (41° to 95° F). Non-operating: –10° to 60° C (14° to 140° F).

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

PRE-INSTALLED SOFTWARE

Your LifeBook Series 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.

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Microsoft Works

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Adobe Acrobat Reader

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Fujitsu HotKey

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LifeBook Application Panel

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PowerDVD

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Norton AntiVirus from Symantec (90-day free trial)

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Quicken 2006 New User Edition

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Roxio DigitalMedia SE

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Microsoft Office Small Business Edition (SBE) (Optional on systems with Windows XP Professional operating system)

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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.

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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.

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Microsoft Windows

Depending upon the configuration of your system, Microsoft Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional is installed as your operating system.

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Adobe Acrobat Reader

The Adobe Acrobat Reader allows you to view, navigate, and print PDF files from across all of the major computing platforms.

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Norton AntiVirus from Symantec

Your system is preinstalled with a free 90-day trial version of Symantec’s Norton AntiVirus™ 2006. Norton AntiVirus is a program designed to protect your LifeBook notebook from computer viruses. It assists in the protection of the data currently residing on your hard disk from destruction or contamination. The 90-day trial version is activated upon your acceptance of software license agreement. After 90 days, it will be necessary to purchase a subscription from Symantec to download latest virus definitions. (See your online help or

manual for more information on how and when to run this program)

Specifications

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LifeBook Application Panel Software

Your notebook is pre-installed with software utilities that let you operate and configure your LifeBook Application Panel. These utilities are found under the Start menu, under Programs, then under LifeBook Application Panel.

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CyberLink PowerDVD

PowerDVD from CyberLink is a versatile DVD player software application. PowerDVD provides high-quality video and audio playback on your system.

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Microsoft Internet Explorer

Internet Explorer is installed as your default Internet browser.

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Microsoft Works 8.0

Microsoft Works 8.0 is a suite of software containing the basic tools to write letters and reports, track family and friends with address books, manage home finances, and create a home inventory.

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Quicken 2006 New User Edition

Quicken 2006 New User Edition by Intuit is a personal money management program. It has features such as portfolio management, account registries, online banking and bill paying features. This version is for new users who are using Quicken software for the first time. Full version upgrade information is available online.

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Roxio DigitalMedia SE

Roxio DigitalMedia SE from Sonic Solutions is a versatile program to burn CDs and DVDs using the LifeBook.

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Fujitsu HotKey

Fujitsu HotKey allows you to control the display brightness of your notebook in order to maximize battery life.

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Fujitsu Driver Update Utility

Your notebook contains a handy utility called Fujitsu Driver Update (FDU) pre-installed. With FDU, you can choose to automatically or manually go to the Fujitsu site to check for new updates for your system. For more information about FDU, see “Automatically Downloading Driver Updates” on page 81.

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Google Toolbar

The Google Toolbar allows you to search the Internet quickly, block pop-ups, and perform a variety of other tasks to make your Internet experience easier and more pleasant.

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Fujitsu LifeBook A3040 User Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

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