Fujitsu LifeBook C2111 User's Guide

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

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

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

4. Do not use this product near water.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

14. CAUTION. When replacing the battery, be sure to install it with the polarities in the correct position.

There is a danger of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type or is mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommeded by the manufacturer. Dispose of the used battery according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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

High Safety Required Use

This Product is designed, developed and manufactured as contemplated for general use, including without limitation, general office use, personal use, household use and ordinary industrial use, but is not designed,developed and manufactured as contemplated for use accompanying fatal risks or dangers that, unless extremely high safety is secured, could lead directly to death, personal injury,severe physical damage or other loss (hereinafter ‘High Safety Required Use’), including without limitation, nuclear power reactioncore control in nuclear atomic facility, airplane automatic aircraft flight control, air traffic control, operation control in mass transport control system,medical instrument for life support system, missile launching control in weapon system. You shall not use this Product without securing the sufficient safety required for the High Safety Required Use.

MAINTENANCE OF YOUR COMPUTER

WARNING

ELECTRIC SHOCK

To avoid electric shock and injury, always perform these steps before proceeding to maintenance.

- Turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery from it.

- Turn off all peripherals connected, including the printer, and disconnect them from the computer.

If the computer is soiled, wipe it gently with a soft dry cloth. If the computer is badly soiled, wipe it with a cloth slightly dampened with water or detergent diluted with water. After using detergent, wipe remaining detergent off with a cloth slightly dampened with water. When wiping the computer, be extremely careful to prevent water from getting in it. Never use any volatile chemical such as thinner or benzene, nor any cloth containing chemicals. If you use your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook carefully, you will increase its life and reliability. This section provides some tips for looking after the notebook and its devices.

Caution:

Electrical equipment may be hazardous if misused. Operations of this product or similar products, must always be supervised by an adult. Do not allow children access to the interior of any electrical products and do not permit them to handle any cables.

LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK

Caring for your LifeBook Notebook

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

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

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

• Keep it away from food and beverages.

• If you accidentally spill liquid on your notebook:

1. Turn it off.

2. Position it so that the liquid can run out.

3. Let it dry out for 24 hours, or longer if needed.

4. If your notebook will not boot after it has dried out, call your support representative.

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

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

• Avoid exposure to sand, dust and other environmental hazards.

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

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

• Do not put heavy or sharp objects on the computer.

• If you are carrying your LifeBook notebook in a briefcase, or any other carrying case, make sure that there are no objects in the case pressing on the lid.

• Do not drop your LifeBook notebook.

• Do not touch the screen with any sharp objects.

Cleaning your LifeBook Notebook

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

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

• Use a soft cloth to remove dust from the screen.Never use glass cleaners.

Storing your LifeBook Notebook

• If storing your notebook for a month or longer, turn your LifeBook notebook off and remove all Lithium Ion batteries.

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

• Store your LifeBook notebook in a cool, dry location. Temperatures should remain between 25°C (13°F) and 60°C (140°F).

Travelling with your LifeBook Notebook

• Do not transport your LifeBook notebook while it is turned on.

• Do not check your LifeBook notebook as baggage. Carry it with you.

• Always bring your System Recovery CD that came with your LifeBook notebook when you travel. If you experience system software problems while travelling you may need it to correct any problems.

• Never put 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 notebook hand-inspected by security personnel. Security officials may require you to turn your notebook On. Make sure you have a charged battery on hand.

• When travelling with the hard drive removed, wrap the drive in a non-conducting materials (cloth or paper). If you have the drive checked by hand, be ready to install the drive if needed. Never put your hard drive through a metal detector. Have your hard drive hand-inspected by security personnel. You can however, put your hard drive through a properly tuned X-ray machine.

• Take the necessary plug adapters if you’re travelling 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,

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

the Philippines, Taiwan

Mexico, United Kingdom, Ireland, Malaysia, Singapore, parts of

China, Australia, New Zealand

Africa

BATTERIES

Caring for your Batteries

• Always handle batteries carefully.

• Do not short-circuit the battery terminals (that is, do not touch both terminals with a metal object). Do not carry lose batteries in a pocket or purse where they may mix with coins, keys, or other metal objects. Doing so may cause an explosion or fire.

• Do not drop, puncture, disassemble, mutilate or incinerate the battery.

• Recharge batteries only as described in this manual and only in ventilated areas.

• Do not leave batteries in hot locations for more than a day or two. Intense heat can shorten battery life.

• Do not leave a battery in storage for longer than 6 months without recharging it.

Increasing Battery Life

• Power your LifeBook notebook through the AC or optional auto/airline adapater whenever possible.

• If your LifeBook notebook is running on battery power all day, connect it to the AC adapater overnight to recharge the battery.

• Keep brightness to the lowest level comfortable.

• Set the power management for maximum battery life.

• Put your LifeBook notebook in Suspend mode when it is turned on and you are not actually using it.

• Limit your DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM access.

• Disable the Windows CD automatic insertion function.

• Always use fully charged batteries.

• Eject PCMCIA cards when not in use.

FLOPPY DISKS AND DRIVES

Caring for your Floppy Disks

• Avoid using the floppy disks in damp and dusty locations.

• Never store a floppy disk near a magnet or magnetic field.

• Do not use a pencil or an eraser on a disk or disk label.

• Avoid storing the floppy disks in extremely hot or cold locations, or in locations subject to severe temperature changes. Store at temperatures between 50°F (10°C) and 125°F (52°C)

• Do not touch the exposed part of the disk behind the metal shutter.

Caring for your Floppy Disk Drive

• To clean, wipe the floppy disk drive clean with a dry soft cloth, or with a soft cloth dampened with water or a solution of neutral detergent. Never use benzene, paint thinner or other volatile material.

• Avoid storing the floppy disk drive in extremely hot or cold locations, or in locations subject to severe temperature changes. Store at temperatures between 50°F (10°C) and 125°F (52°C)

• Keep the floppy disk drive out of direct sunlight and away from hating equipment.

• Avoid storing the floppy disk drive in locations subject to shock and vibration.

• Never use the floppy disk drive with any liquid, metal, or other foreign matter inside the floppy disk drive or disk.

• Never disassemble or dismantle your floppy disk drive.

DVD/CD-RW/CDs

Caring for your DVD/CD-RW/CDs

• DVD/CD-RW/CDs are precision devices and will function reliably if given reasonable care.

• Always store your DVD/CD-RW/CDs in its case when it is not in use.

• Always handle DVD/CD-RW/CDs by the edges and avoid touching the surface.

• Avoid storing any DVD/CD-RW/CDs in extreme temperatures.

• Do not bend DVD/CD-RW/CDs or set heavy objects on them.

• Do not spill liquids on DVD/CD-RW/CDs.

• Do not scratch DVD/CD-RW/CDs.

• Do not put a label on DVD/CD-RW/CDs.

• Do not get dust on DVD/CD-RW/CDs.

• Never write on the label surface with a ballpoint pen or pencil. Always use a felt pen.

• If a DVD/CD-RW/CD 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 DVD/CD-RW/CDs.

• If a DVD/CD-RW/CD is dirty, use only a DVD/CD-RW/CD cleaner or wipe it with a clean, soft, lint free cloth starting from the inner edge and wiping to the outer edge.

Caring for your DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Drive

Your DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM drive is durable but you must treat it with care. Please pay attention to the following points:

• The drive rotates the compact disk at a very high speed. Do not carry it around or subject it to shock or vibration with the power on.

• Avoid using or storing the drive where it will be exposed to extreme temperatures.

• Avoid using or storing the drive where it is damp or dusty.

• Avoid using or storing the drive near magnets or devices that generate strong magnetic fields.

• Avoid using or storing the drive where it will be subjected to shock or vibration.

• Do not disassemble or dismantle the DVD/CD-RW/D-ROM 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:

• To keep out dust and dirt, store PC Cards in their protective sleeves when they are not installed in your notebook.

• Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or excessive heat.

• Keep the cards dry.

• Do not flex or bend the cards, and do not place heavy objects on top of them.

• Do not force cards into the slot.

• Avoid dropping cards, or subjecting them to excessive vibration.

DATA STORAGE MEDIA

AND CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

The only effective protection for the data stored in a computer, such as on a hard disk, is for you, Purchaser to regularly back up the data. Fujitsu and its affiliates, suppliers, service providers and resellers shall not be responsible for any software programs, data or other information stored or used on any media or part of any Product returned to Fujitsu or its service providers for Warranty Service or other repair, including but not limited to the costs of recovering such programs, data or other information.

It is solely your responsibility as the Purchaser to back up any software programs, data, or information stored on any storage media or any part of a Product returned for Warranty Service or repair to the designated service centers.

Installation of Ferrite Core

Caution:

Ferrite core is required to install onto the LAN cable to reduce EMI interference. Before connecting the LAN cable to the LAN connector located at the back of the LifeBook, you are require to install the ferrite core to the LAN cable. The ferrite core is provided together with your LifeBook. Please follow the procedure as describe below for the installation of the ferrite core.

STEP 1: Installing Ferrite Core

Install the ferrite core close to RJ-45 Plug of the LAN cable.

Ferrite Core

RJ-45 Plug

LAN cable

STEP 2: Closing Ferrite Core

Be careful not to pinch the cable when closing the ferrite core cover, as it will damage your cable.

To LAN connector located at the back of your LifeBook

AUSTRALIAN WARNINGS

WARNING

FOR SAFETY REASONS, ONLY CONNECT EQUIPMENT WITH A TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMPLIANCE LABEL. THIS INCLUDES CUSTOMER EQUIPMENT PREVIOUSLY LABELLED PERMITTED OR CERTIFIED.

Connection of Non Certified/Approved peripherals may result in the equipment operating outside the Australian EMI Standards.

Modems connected to the Australian telecommunications network must be operated in accordance with the Labelling Notice. This modem has been specifically configured to ensure compliance with the ACA Standards. Do not adjust your modem or software outside the values indicated below. To do so would result in your modem being operated in a non-compliant manner.

Call Attempts/Retries:

Applications software shall be configured so that no more than 3 attempts are made to establish a connection to a given number (Note: if the modem can detect service tones, up to 10 attempts can be made). If the call sequence is unsuccessful, there shall be a delay of at least 30 minutes before attempting to call the number again.

Failure to set the modem, and any application software used with the modem, to the values shown above will result in the modem being operated in a non-compliant manner. Consequently, this would be in violation of the Labelling Notice for this equipment, and the Telecommunications Act 1997 prescribes penalties for the connection of non-compliant equipment.

NEW ZEALAND WARNINGS

The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network. It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort of warranty. Above all, it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects with another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or model, nor does it imply that any product is compatible with all of Telecom’s network services.

This equipment is not capable under all operating conditions of correct operation at the higher speeds for which it is designed. 56 KBPS connections are likely to be restricted to lower bit rates when connected to some PSTN implementations. Telecom will accept no responsibility should difficulties arise in such circumstances.

Immediately disconnect this equipment should it become physically damaged, and arrange for its disposal or repair.

This equipment shall not be used in any manner, which could constitute a nuisance to other Telecom customers.

This equipment shall not be set to make automatic calls to the Telecom “111” Emergency Service.

This device is equipped with pulse dialing while the New Zealand standard is DTMF tone dialing. There is no guarantee that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing. It is strongly recommended that pulse dialing is not used.

Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom’s Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with this device. The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom’s Specifications:

For repeat calls to the same number.

There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation, and The equipment shall go on-hook for a period of not less than 30 seconds between the end of one attempt and the beginning of the next attempt.

For Automatic calls to different numbers.

The equipment shall go on-hook for a period of not less than 5 seconds between the end of one attempt and the beginning of the next attempt.

For Automatically answered Incoming Calls

Incoming calls shall be answered between 3 and 30 seconds from the start of the ringing.

For correct operation, the total of the RNs of all devices connected to a single line at anytime should not exceed 5. The RN of this Equipment is 0.5.

WARNING Connection of Non Certified/Approved peripherals may result in the equipment operating

outside the New Zealand EMI Standards.

Note: Modem setting in Windows 98 / Windows Me

The default modem setting in Windows 98 / Windows Me operating system is United States of America. If you are residing in Australia or New Zealand, please choose the appropriate country where you are located.

The Modem will only operate with Tone Dialing; Selection of Pulse dialing is not possible.

Please see below instruction for quick modem setup.

A. If you are located in Australia

1. Go to Control panel, select modem icon.

2. Choose Australia in “What country/region are you in now?”

3. Select Phone system as “Tone Dialing”

4. Close

B. If you are located in New Zealand

1. Go to Control panel, select modem icon.

2. Choose New Zealand in “What country/ region are you in now?”

3. Select Phone system as “Tone Dialing”

4. Close

Note:

Please check with your local distributor for the availability of Win Me and Win 98SE support.

Note: Modem setting in Windows XP

A. If you are located in Australia

1. Click Start select Control panel select "Phone and

Modem Options".

2. Double click New Location.

3. Choose "Australia" in Country/region pull down

menu bar.

4. Select Phone system as “Tone Dialing”.

5. Click OK and Apply.

B. If you are located in New Zealand

1. Click start select Control panel select "Phone and

Modem Options".

2. Double click New Location.

3. Choose "New Zealand" in Country/region pull down

menu bar.

4. Select Phone system as “Tone Dialing”.

5. Click OK and Apply.

Note:

The screens and illustrations shown in this examples may slightly vary depending on the operating environment that you have installed.

NOTATION IN THIS DOCUMENT

Warnings

This manual uses a variety of icons as visual marks so that you can use this computer safely and correctly and avoid damage and danger to yourself and to others. These icons and their meanings are as follows. Please learn these icons before reading this manual. Learning these icons will be useful for understanding this manual.

Icon Meaning

WARNING

CAUTION

The symbols below are used together with the icons above to indicate what type of danger or damage is involved.

Symbol Meaning

Incorrect handling or ignoring this warning can cause a dangerous situation that could result in death or severe injury.

Incorrect handling or ignoring this warning can cause a dangerous situation that could result in moderate or minor injury or could result in equipment damage.

The symbol indicates a warning or caution. The symbol inside the indicates the concrete nature of the warning. (The example on the left is a caution for electric shock.)

The circle and slash indicates prohibited behavior. The symbol inside the circle indicates the concrete nature of the prohibition. (The example on the left indicates that disassembly is prohibited.)

The indicates instructions that must be followed. The symbol inside indicates the concrete nature of those instructions. (The example on the left tells you to unplug the power plug from the socket.)

Key notation and operation methods

Explanations of key operations do not show all the characters on the keyboard. Instead they indicate just the keys necessary to the explanation as follows. Examples: [Ctrl] key, [Enter] key, [ → ] key When multiple keys are to be pressed at the same time, this is indicated by connecting them with [+]. Examples: [Ctrl] + [F3] keys; [Shift] + [ ↑ ] key

Screen examples

The screens shown in this manual are examples. Please understand that the file names and screens you use may be different.

Notation in text

Here is what symbols in text mean.

Symbol Meaning

Critical Points

Indicates a point necessary for correctly operating the hardware or software.

Gives the meaning and brief explaination of a term.

Column

→ Indicates the page to see elsewhere in this manual.

Command input (key input)

Within the text of this manual, command input (giving commands to the computer by pressing keys) is indicated as follows.

Example:

In the position indicated in the example above by the ↑, the space left between the characters indicates that a space needs to be left in the entry by pressing the space bar (the long key with nothing written on it at the center of the front of the keyboard). Commands are written in this manual as lowercase latin letters, but uppercase letters may be used.

Product names

The following product names are abbreviated as follows in this manual.

“Microsoft® Windows XP® operating system” is written as “Windows XP”. “Microsoft® Windows® 98 operating system” is written as “Windows 98”. “Microsoftt® Millennium® Edition operating system” is written as “Windows Me” “Microsoft® MS-DOS® operating system Version 6.2/V” is written as “MS-DOS”. “Microsoft® Windows® operating system Version 3.1” is written as “Windows 3.1”. “Microsoft® Windows NT® Server network operating system Version 3.5” and “Microsoft® Windows NT® Workstation operating system Version 3.5” are both written as “Windows NT 3.5”. “Microsoft® Windows NT® Server network operating system Version 3.51” and “Microsoft® Windows NT® Workstation and NT Server Version 4.0” are both written as “Windows NT 4.0”. “Windows NT 3.51” and “Windows NT 4.0” are both written as Windows NT. “Fujitsu LifeBook” is written as “this computer” or “the computer main unit”.

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Configuration of this Manual

SECTION 1

This section explains basic operations and basic items for using this computer, including the names of the parts and their functions, floppy disk unit handling, and battery operation.

SECTION 2

This section explains installation of options for this computer.

SECTION 3

This section explains what to do when trouble occurs with this computer and when messages are displayed. Read this section as the necessity arises.

SECTION 1

SECTION 2

SECTION 3

CONTENTS

SECTION 1

1. Names of the Parts and their Functions .............................2

2. Keyboard ..............................................................................11

3. Flat Point ..............................................................................14

4. CoolScroll Button ................................................................17

5. One-touch Buttons .............................................................. 20

Front .................................................................................................... 2

Left Panel ........................................................................................... 4

Right Panel .......................................................................................... 5

Rear Panel........................................................................................... 7

Bottom ................................................................................................. 8

Status Indicator LCD ........................................................................... 9

Names and Functions of the Principal Keys ...................................... 11

About the Ten-key Mode .................................................................... 13

About the Flat Point ........................................................................... 14

How to Use the Flat Point .................................................................. 15

About the CoolScroll Button .............................................................. 17

Using the CoolScroll Button Feature ................................................. 17

Using the CoolScroll Button Menu .................................................... 18

About the One-touch Buttons ............................................................ 20

Starting an Application ...................................................................... 21

Operating a Music CD ....................................................................... 21

6. LifeBook Application Panel ................................................22

Application Launch Disc Player Buttons ............................................ 22

E-Mail Notification LED ..................................................................... 23

Configuring your Lifebook Application Panel ..................................... 23

Configure your E-mail Account Settings ............................................ 27

To configure Email button setting ...................................................... 31

Using the Disc Player ........................................................................ 34

Desktop Control Panel....................................................................... 35

7. Power Saving Function .......................................................37

Standby and Hibernation ................................................................... 37

Standby ............................................................................................. 38

Hibernation ........................................................................................ 41

8. Battery ..................................................................................45

Charging ............................................................................................ 45

Using the Computer with the Battery ................................................. 45

Checking the Remaining Battery Power ............................................ 46

Notes on Battery ................................................................................ 48

Replacing the Internal Battery Pack .................................................. 49

SECTION 2

9. Floppy Disk ..........................................................................50

Caution in Using a Floppy Disk ......................................................... 50

Floppy Disks that can be Used with your Computer.......................... 50

Inserting a Floppy Disk ...................................................................... 51

Ejecting a Floppy Disk ....................................................................... 51

Protecting Data on a Floppy Disk ...................................................... 52

10. CD .........................................................................................53

Caution in Handling CDs ................................................................... 53

Writing or Rewriting Data on a CD-R/RW

(For models support CD/RW drive ) .................................................. 54

Loading a Disc ................................................................................... 55

Ejecting the Disc ................................................................................ 57

11. Internal Modem ....................................................................60

Connecting a Modular Cable ............................................................. 60

Caution in Using the Internal Modem ................................................ 62

1. PC Card ................................................................................ 64

Caution in Using PC Cards ............................................................... 64

PC Cards that can be Used with your Computer .............................. 65

Preparing Necessary Items ............................................................... 65

Installing a PC Card .......................................................................... 66

Ejecting a PC Card ............................................................................ 67

2. LAN .......................................................................................69

Preparing Necessary Items ............................................................... 69

Connecting a LAN Cable ................................................................... 69

3. Expanding Memory .............................................................71

Preparing Necessary Items ............................................................... 71

Installing Memory .............................................................................. 71

4. Before Connecting Peripherals .......................................... 78

5. Connecting a USB Device .................................................. 79

Preparing Necessary Items ............................................................... 79

Connecting a USB Device ................................................................. 79

6. Connecting a TV ..................................................................80

Preparing Necessary Items ............................................................... 80

Connecting a TV ................................................................................ 80

7. Connecting a Printer ...........................................................82

Preparing Necessary Items ............................................................... 82

Connecting a Printer ......................................................................... .82

Caution in Using a Printer ................................................................. 83

SECTION 3

8. Connecting a Mouse ...........................................................84

Connecting a USB Mouse ................................................................. 84

Disabling the Flat Point...................................................................... 84

9. Connecting an External Display......................................... 86

Preparing Necessary Items ............................................................... 86

Connecting an External Display ........................................................ 86

1. When This Happens ............................................................ 90

2. Glossary ...............................................................................94

Index

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This section explains basic operations and basic items for using this computer, including the names of the parts and their functions, Flat point operation methods, floppy disk unit handling, and battery operation.

SECTION 1

Names of the Parts and their Functions

Front

1. Latch

Used to lock the LCD display to prevent it from opening accidentally. To open the LCD display, release it by sliding the tab to the right.

2. LCD display

The monitor of your computer

Critical Point

About the characteristics of LCD displays For reasons of characteristics specific to LCD displays, the following phenomena may occur

but they are not defects in your LCD display.

- The TFT color liquid crystal display (LCD) of you computer consists of more than 2,350,000 pixels (dots), which are arranged in rows and columns through the utilization of high-level technology. For technical reasons, however, some dots on your LCD display may not light up or be always lit, but this does not mean that the display is defective.

- There may be a slight difference in color between your LCD display and another LCD display because of differences in manufacturing condition. Moreover, your LCD display may produce colors somewhat unevenly because of temperature changes, etc.

3. Cover close switch

When you open or close the LCD display, this switch automatically puts the computer into standby (suspending operation) mode, resumes system operation, or turns off the backlight of the LCD display.

4. SUS/RES (Suspend/Resume) switch

Used to turn on your computer, to put it into standby (suspending operation) mode, or to resume system operation.

5. Keyboard

Allows you to type in letters and figures and to give instructions to the computer.

6. Flat Point

Used to control the mouse pointer.

7. One-touch buttons

Used to start applications and to play music CDs.

8. Status indicator LCD

Displays the operating status of the computer.

9. Speakers

A sound output device of the computer

10. CoolScroll button

Used to scroll up and down the active window. By pressing the center, you can start an application or operate Internet Explorer.

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Critical Point

For some applications, you cannot use the CoolScroll button to scroll up and down windows.

Left Panel

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1. MAIN switch

The power switch of the computer

2. IEEE 1394 (DV) port

Used to connect a peripheral device, e.g., a digital video camera (DV), to the computer via a DV cable.

3. PC card slot

Used to install optional PC cards. The lower and upper slots are referred to as Slot 1 and Slot 2, respectively.

4. PC card eject button

Used to eject the PC card.

5. Antitheft lock port

Used to connect a commercially available antitheft cable.

6. DC-IN connector

This is the connector to connect the AC adapter.

7. S-video port

Outputs S-video signals.

Critical Point

The antitheft lock port supports the Kensington’s Micro Saver Security System.

Right Panel

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CAUTION

HEARING LOSS

Turn down the volume to a minimum before connecting a device to the headphone jack, Line-In jack or microphone jack. Failure to do so could cause damage to the device connected or result in hearing loss because of very loud sound produced.

1. Volume control

Used to adjust the volume up or down. Turn it counterclockwise to lower the volume, or turn it clockwise to raise the volume. You can also use the Volume Control dialog box to adjust the volume and sound balance. If you cannot obtain an enough volume even if you turn up the volume to a maximum, then use the Volume Control dialog box to make system sounds louder.

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Critical Point

If no sound comes out from the speakers even if you adjust the volume, press and hold down the key while holding the key down until you hear a beep. Also, check to see that [Mute] is not selected in the Volume Control dialog box.

2. Headphone jack

Used to connect commercially available headphones (with a 3.5-mm mini plug). Headphones with some types of plugs cannot be connected. So before purchasing headphones, make sure they are compatible with your computer.

CAUTION

HEARING LOSS

Don’t raise the volume too high especially when you are listening with headphones. Listening to very loud sound for a long time could impair your hearing.

HEARING LOSS

Don’t turn on or off the computer while you are wearing headphones, or noise could impair your hearing.

3. Line-In jack/Optical digital audio output terminal

This is an analog input terminal used to connect the computer to the Line-Out terminal of an AV system (with a 3.5-mm mini plug). This terminal can also be used as an optical digital output terminal to connect the computer to the optical digital input terminal of an MD player, etc. (with a

3.5-mm fiber-optic mini plug).

4. Mic-In jack

Used to connect a commercially available monaural microphone (with a 3.5-mm mini plug) for sound recording. Some types of microphones (e.g., dynamic microphones) cannot be used with your computer. So before purchasing a microphone, make sure it is compatible with your computer.

5. Floppy disk drive

Reads and writes information on floppy disks.

6. CD drive

Reads information on CD-ROMs and plays music CDs. The CD drive is also capable of writing and rewriting data on CD-R/CD-RW.

Rear Panel

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(The illustration varies depending on the model and use conditions.)

1. Parallel port

Used to connect an optional printer, etc.

2. Modem Port

Used to connect the computer to a telephone line via the supplied modular cable to browse the Internet, or send and receive e-mail across the Internet.

3. Cooling fan

Discharges heat from the computer. The cooling fan automatically starts running when the temperature inside the computer rises to a specified temperature.

CAUTION

FAILURE

Don’t block the vent for the cooling fan, or heat will remain in the computer and may cause it to malfunction.

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4. LAN port

Used to connect the computer to a local-area network (LAN) via LAN cable.

5. USB port

Used to connect a USB-compliant peripheral device.

6. External display port

Used to connect an optional external display, e.g., CRT display.

IMPORTANT

• When connecting a peripheral to each port, check the orientation of the connector and insert it straight.

Bottom

(The illustration varies depending on the model and use conditions.)

1. Internal battery pack

An internal battery pack is installed here.

2. Built-in CD-ROM drive

An internal CD-ROM drive is installed here.

3. Built-in 1.44MB floppy drive

An internal floppy drive is installed here.

Status Indicator LCD

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Critical Point

When the MAIN switch is off, nothing is displayed on the status indicator LCD except when the computer is being recharged.

1. SUS/RES indicator ( )

This indicator comes on when the computer is running and blinks in standby status.

2. AC Adapter indicator ( )

This indicator comes on when the power is supplied from an AC adapter.

3. Battery Installation indicator ( )

This indicator appears when a battery is installed.

• Battery Charge indicator ( ) This indicator appears when the battery is charged.

• Remaining Battery Power indicator ( ) This indicator indicates the remaining battery power.

4. Hard Disk Access indicator ( )

This indicator appears when the internal hard disk is accessed.

5. CD Access indicator ( )

This indicator appears when a CD is accessed.

6. Floppy Disk Access indicator ( )

This indicator appears when a floppy disk is accessed.

7. PC Card Access indicator ( , )

This indicator appears when a PC card is accessed.

8. Num Lock (Numerical Lock) indicator ( )

This indicator appears when the keyboard is set to ten-key mode. You can activate and deactivate the ten-key mode by pressing the key.

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9. Caps Lock indicator ( )

This indicator appears when the keyboard is set for all capital letters. You can activate or deactivate the Caps Lock mode by pressing key.

10. Scroll Lock indicator ( )

This indicator appears when scroll lock is set to avoid screen scrolling. You can set and reset the scroll lock by pressing the key while holding down the key. It depends on the application when this indicator appears.

Critical Point

If you turn off the MAIN switch or turn on or off the SUS/RES switch while the Hard Disk Access indicator or Floppy Disk Access indicator is lit, data on the hard disk or the floppy disk could be corrupted. If the CD Auto-Insertion feature is activated, your computer checks periodically whether a CD is loaded or not, and therefore the CD Access indicator on the status indicator LCD blinks periodically. To deactivate the CD Auto-Insertion feature, follow these steps. (This setting only applicable for Windows 98 and Windows Me)

1. Click the Start button, and select Settings and Control Panel.

2. If the (System) icon is not found in the Control Panel window, click “View all Control Panel options.”

3. Click the (System) icon.

4. Click the Device Manager tab in the System Properties dialog box.

5. Click the plus sign on the left of CD-ROM. The CD-ROM device installed is displayed.

6. Click the CD-ROM device, and then click the Properties button. The CD-ROM Device Properties dialog box appears.

7. Click the Settings tab.

8. Uncheck “Automatic notification of insertion” under Options.

9. Click OK.

10.Click the OK or Close button in the System Properties dialog box. A message appears, asking whether you want to modify system settings.

11.Click Yes. The computer shuts down and restarts.

To activate the CD Auto-Insertion feature again, check “Automatic notification of insertion” in step 8.

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