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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2. Keyboard

Names and Functions of the Principal Keys

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1. Esc (Escape) key

Used to cancel the current task and return to the previous task.

2. Function keys

Functions assigned to these keys vary from application to application.

3. Num Lk (Numerical Lock) key

Pressing the key activates the ten-key mode. To deactivate the ten-key mode, press it

once again.

4. Insert / Prt Sc (Print Screen) key

• Insert key Used to specify whether to overwrite an existing string or to insert a new string.

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• Prt Sc (Print Screen) key Used to save the currently displayed windows as pictorial data (bitmap file). To do so, press the key while holding the key down. To save only the active window as pictorial data, press the key while holding the

and keys down. Using painting software (e.g., Paint), you can edit, save, and print pictorial data. To do so, you need to import it to the painting software by selecting the Paste command from the Edit menu.

5. Delete key

Used to delete the character on the right of the cursor. With this key, you can also delete the file

or icon you selected.

By pressing the key while holding the and keys down, you can forcibly

terminate the out-of-control application or computer.

6. Back Space key

Used to delete the character on the left of the cursor.

7. Home key

Press this key to move the cursor directly to the first page of the document or to the head of the row.

8. Pg Up and Pg Dn (Page Up and Down key)

Used to display the next page. To do so, press the Pg Up or Pg Dn key.

9. Enter key

Used to confirm the string entered. In text processing, pressing this key inserts a hard return in the text. That’s why this key is also called the Return key.

10. End key

Press this key to move the cursor directly to the end of the row or end of the document.

11. Cursor keys

Used to move the cursor upward, downward, to right and left.

12. Application key

Used to open the pop-up menu for the item selected. This key has the same function as the right button of the Flat Point.

13. Alt key

Used in combination with other keys.

14. Windows key

Used to open the Start menu.

15. Ctrl key

Used in combination with other keys.

16. Fn key

This key, specific to your computer, is used in combination with other function keys, as described below.

+ Turns on or off the sound output (internal speaker and headphones). + Enables or disables the Flat Point when the Manual option is selected under “Internal

pointing device” of the BIOS Setup window.

+ This is an original key on this keyboard. This Fn + F5 key is not applicable for this

model. + Dims the LCD display. + Brightens the LCD display. + When an external display is connected, this combination of keys can be used to

switch between the LCD display and the external display.

17. Shift key

Used in combination with other keys. By pressing a key while holding the key down, you can enter the character or symbol printed in the upper case of the key.

18. Caps Lock key

To fix to the English Capital mode, press the key. To deactivate the English Capital mode, press this key again.

About the Ten-key Mode

The ten-key mode refers to the mode that enables you to use certain character entry keys as ten-keys (a key arrangement that makes it easy to type in figures). To activate the ten-key mode, simply press the key. In the ten-key mode, is displayed on the status indicator LCD. The figure you can enter with a ten-key is marked on the front surface of the key. If you connect an optional ten-key pad to your computer, the ten-key feature of your computer becomes disabled.

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3. Flat Point

About the Flat Point

The Flat Point is a handy pointing device that enables you to move the mouse pointer freely with your finger. It consists of a touch-pad, two buttons on this side of the touch-pad, and the CoolScroll between the buttons. The touch-pad has the same function as the ball in a mouse. You can move the mouse pointer in any directions on the screen by sliding the tip of a finger on the touch-pad. Moreover, if you tap the touchpad with a finger, you can click, double-click, point to, or drag any object on the screen. The buttons on both sides of the CoolScroll button correspond to the left and right buttons of a mouse, and their functions vary from application to application. Pressing the CoolScroll button forward or backward enables you to easily scroll a window up or down. By pressing the center of the CoolScroll button, you can also start applications or operate Internet Explorer.

Touch-pad

Left button

CoolScroll button

Right button

Critical Point

The Flat Point may malfunction if condensation occurs or if it is moistened. In addition, if you operate it with a moistened or sweaty finger, or if the Flat Point surface is dirty, the mouse pointer may not move correctly. In such a case, turn off your computer and wipe dirt off with a soft cloth slightly dampened with dilute detergent. Some applications do not allow you to use the CoolScroll button to scroll windows. You can use an optionally available mouse instead of the Flat Point.

How to Use the Flat Point

Click

Double-click

Point

Drag

“Click” means quickly pressing the left button once or tapping the touch-pad once. Pressing the right button once is called “right-

click.”

“Double-click” means pressing the left button twice in a row or tapping the touch-pad twice in a row.

“Point to an item” means moving the mouse pointer onto a menu item, and so on, to select it. Pointing to an item highlights it and displays an explanation about it. If the item to which you pointed has a submenu (such items are marked with ), the submenu appears.

To drag an object, move the mouse pointer onto the object, move the object to the desired location by sliding the finger on the touch-pad while holding the left button down, and then move the finger off the pad. Or, move the mouse pointer onto the object, and tap the touch-pad twice in a row. After that, without moving the finger off the pad, slide it to move the object to the desired location, and then move the finger off the pad.

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Scroll

To return, push this forward. To advance, push this backward. To scroll a window, click anywhere in the window and push the CoolScroll button forward or backward to scroll the window.

Critical Point

Using the Mouse Properties dialog box that opens when you click the (Mouse) icon in the Control Panel window, you can change the functions of the left and right buttons and the mouse pointer speed. When tapping the touch-pad, tap it quickly with the tip of a finger but not strongly. The mouse pointer moves in the same direction as you slide a finger on the touch-pad. If the finger reaches one edge of the pad before you move the pointer to the desired location, move the finger off the pad temporarily, put it in an adequate place on the pad and start sliding the finger again.

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4. CoolScroll Button

About the CoolScroll Button

The CoolScroll button enables you to easily scroll a window up or down. With the CoolScroll button, you can also start applications or operate Internet Explorer.

CoolScroll button

Using the CoolScroll Button Feature

1. Click on the Windows Explorer you want to scroll.

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2. Press the CoolScroll button forward or backward.

The active window starts scrolling up or down.

To advance, push this backward.

To return, push this forward.

Using the CoolScroll Button Menu

Pressing the center of the CoolScroll button displays the CoolScroll menu that enables you to start applications.

1. Press the center of the CoolScroll button.

2. Click "In the future, do not show this message" option (1) to check it , then click OK (2).

You need to select this option only when you use the CoolScroll button for the first time.

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3. Press the CoolScroll button forward or backward to select the application you want to open.

The default programs on the CoolScroll menu is pre-define as Screen Saver, Calculator, Notepad My Computer, My Documents and Menu end. These programs cannot be changed.

To scroll up, push this forward.

To scroll down, push this backward.

4. Press the center of the CoolScroll button.

The menu disappears when the Menu end is selected. The program will start when selected. Like for example NotePad, it will start the NotePad when you select and press the CoolScroll button.

5. CoolScroll menu will appears different application when activate in Internet Explorer.

The CoolScroll menu will appears different programs when you press CoolScroll button while the Internet Explorer is active. It contains Back, Next, Reload, Stop, Home, Add to Favorites and Menu end. You can select this features for browsing.

Critical Point

If another window is activated while the CoolScroll button menu is open, the window may scroll up or down as you move from one option to another in the menu, using the CoolScroll button. The default mouse driver from OS does not have the CoolScroll function. You have to install the mouse driver provided by the software driver cd.

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5. One-touch Buttons

About the One-touch Buttons

With one-touch buttons, you can start applications or operate music CDs when Windows is running.

Mode switch

(1) A (2) B

(3) Internet

(4) E-mail

Incoming mail indicator

The functions of the one-touch buttons switch, as shown below, depending on the mode switch position.

Mode switch position Functions of the one-touch buttons

Application (Upper) Allows you to start applications.

Lock (Center) Disables (lock) the one-touch buttons.

Disc Player (Lower) Allows you to operate music CDs.

Starting an Application

When the mode switch is set to the Application position, you can use the one-touch buttons to start the following applications.

Buttons Applications that start

(1) A-button NotePad

(2) B-button Calculator

(3) Internet button *1 Internet Explorer (Web browser)

(4) E-main button *2 Outlook Express

*1 : After you have subscribed to your Internet Service Provider. *2 : To use @ Mail, you need to set it up beforehand.

• You can change the applications assigned to each button.

Operating a Music CD

When the mode switch is set to the Disc Player position, you can use the one-touch buttons to play music CDs. Music CDs that can be played vary from model to model.

Buttons

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Stop/Eject*1 Play/Pause Previous Track *2 Next Track *2

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*1 : This button is set by default so that it cannot be used to eject a CD while Windows is

running.

*2 : Allow you to skip to the previous or next track.

If you loading a music CD in your CD drive when Windows is running, CD Player automatically starts playing the CD. You can use either one-touch buttons and CD Player to continue the operation.

IMPORTANT

• Don’t use the one-touch buttons for any types of CDs other than music CDs, or your computer may become unstable.

• Always power your computer from the AC adapter when playing a music CD.

• When Windows is terminated or on standby, all volume control settings with Windows are ineffective and the volume is set to the highest level. So turn down the volume before playing a CD, and then turn it up to the desired level.

• The Disc Player or launch buttons will work when the Windows operating system in operation.

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6. LifeBook Application Panel

One of the unique features of your LifeBook notebook is the LifeBook Application Panel. This panel allows you to operate the Disc Player (applies only to certain models) or launch applications with the touch of a button. (Pseudo-off mode applies only to certain models of LifeBook notebook. Pseudo-off is the mode when Microsoft® Windows® has been shut down but the power switch on the notebook is still in the ON position.) On some LifeBook notebook models, the panel also allows you to secure your notebook from unauthorized use. Your notebook is pre-installed with software utilities that you use to operate and configure your LifeBook Application Panel. These utilities are found in two locations. The Disc Player and the Software Instructions (this document), are found by going to Start -> All Programs -> LifeBook Application Panel. For the Application Panel, go to Start -> Control Panel. The LifeBook Application Panel makes your LifeBook notebook more than just another notebook computer.

Critical Point

For the location of your LifeBook Application Panel please see your User’s Guide. The Disc Player only works with audio CDs. The Disc Player or launch buttons will work when the Windows operating system in operation.

The panel consists of the following elements:

SELECTOR SWITCH (Select Models Only)

The selector switch allows you to select the function of the one-touch buttons—as an Application Launcher, a Disc Player (if available), or locked. The Disc Player is available only on select models; see your LifeBook notebook specifications to determine the configuration of your system.

Mode switch

(1) A (2) B

(3) Internet

(4) E-mail

Incoming mail indicator

Application Launch Disc Player Buttons

When the selector switch is in the Application (upper) position, pressing any of the buttons will launch a user-defined application. When the selector switch is in the Disc Player position, the buttons operate as Disc Player, and when the selector switch is in the Lock position, the buttons are disabled and do nothing when pressed.

Critical Point

Certain models may have 4 or 5 buttons. Please refer to your User’s Guide for more details. The Disc Player features are not available on all models. If there is a CD in the player which has finished playing, it will not automatically start playing and will not auto-matically repeat the CD.

E-Mail Notification LED

By setting up the E-mail LED notification in conjunction with your E-mail button setup, you can connect to your ISP, check for and retrieve new mail, terminate connection, and activate the E-mail LED to notify that new mail has arrived. To use the E-mail LED notification, you must have access to a POP3 Server with no Security Password Authentication. Contact your service provider to determine if they support POP3 without Security Pass-word Authentication.

Critical Point

E-mail Notification LED is available on select LifeBook notebook models only.

Configuring your Lifebook Application Panel

When you start Windows, 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, we have provided the Application Panel Setup utility that quickly and easily helps you make the most of this valuable feature.

To configure your LifeBook Application Panel with Application Panel Setup:

1. Click on Start.

2. Click on Control Panel.

3. Click on Application Panel.

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The Application Panel Setup utility will appear. There are tabs that correspond to the application buttons on the LifeBook Application Panel. When you receive your notebook, these buttons are preconfigured to launch specific applications. For a list of the default applications associated with each button, refer table below.

Label Button Function Default Application 1 Application A Notepad 2 Application B Calculator 3 Internet Internet Explorer 4 E-Mail Outlook Express

(This may be different email programs set on the button.)

Critical Point

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

To change an application associated with the Application A, Application B, or E-mail buttons, click on the tab for the button you would like to reconfigure for example, Application A. Click on Specify a programs to start and Application panel wizard pop-up on the screen and you can select either Select a program from start Menu or Specify a programs directly you wish to launch with this button.

The Internet tab is different. It comes to launch your default Windows Internet browser, (Internet Explorer, unless changed.) In order to reconfigure it to launch another program follow these easy steps:

1. Select Internet and click on Specify a program to start.

2. You can select Start a Program.

3. Click or Start a browser and click next. Select a programs from Start Menu or Specify a program directly to select the program you wish to change on the Internet button.

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The button will now launch the new application. If you want to return to launching your Windows default Internet browser with this button, you click on start the default browser from the Internet browser box. If you wish to go back to launching the “other application” from this button, you will need to reconfigure it as described above. When you have finished with Application Panel Setup click on OK, and the new settings will take effect. You can reconfigure your LifeBook Application Panel as often as you like.

Critical Point

The Internet or E-mail buttons can be configured to launch any application you wish, not just an Internet browser or e-mail program.

Enabling/disabling Application Launcher button (Select Models Only)

At the bottom of each application setup page are two selectable options. The first will “Keep this button active even on Standby”, and the second will “Keep this button active even on Turn Off. You can enable/disable either or both of these functions simply by check or unchecking the check Box.

Critical Point

If you choose to have the buttons work when the notebook is in standby or pseudo-off, they will function even if hit accidentally. This will turn on your notebook even if you are not present or using your notebook. This could deplete your battery, and you will need to recharge it before using the notebook. As a precaution, move the selector switch to the Lock position when you are away from your notebook.

Configure your E-mail Account Settings

Critical Point

The E-mail Notification LED is available on select LifeBook notebook models only. To use the E-mail LED notification, you must have access to a POP3 Server with no Security Password Authentication. Contact your service provider to determine if they support POP3 without Security Password Authentication.

To configure the E-mail Account Settings:

1. Click on Start.

2. Click on Control Panel.

3. Click on Application Panel.

4. Click on the E-Mail tab.

5. Click on Mail checking settings.

6. The Mail check setting screen appears.

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The Mail checking setting have 3 options for you to configure.

– Checking time

Interval check for new mail

You can specific an interval to check for new mail. Schedule check for new mail

You can specify the day of week and time to schedule check of new mail. It is no effect on Interval check.

– After receiving mail.

Default setting

You can specify the type of new mail notification by changing the color of the control panel and the Ring when mail-incoming notice. Email Notification LED

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Specify the E-mail notification LED to blink when received a new mail. You can specify the length of time E-mail notification LED blinks.

Special recipient You can specify the mail from Special recipient from this menu. The special recipient can be added from the menu below ,it also allow you to change the color of the Notification area and the ring pattern of the special recipient you have aded.

Important mail You can specify the important mail with the different color display on the Notification area.

– After checking mail

Power state You can specify the setting of the power state after mail checking from pressing Application Panel on Standby or Power off.

To configure Email button setting

1. Click on All Programs.

2. Click LifeBook Application Panel.

3. Select LifeBook Application Panel.

4. Application Panel properties menu pop-up on the screen.

5. Select Specify program to start.

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6. Select Checking for a new mail.

7. Click Next and select Specify a program directly. You can specify other Email program to launch on this button.

8. Click Next and select LAN connect or Dial-up connection.

9. If LAN: Click on LAN. Enter the POP3 Server name, your account name and password for

that account. Consult your Service provider if you do not know or unsure of the information requested.

10. If Dial Up: Click on Dial Up. Choose the Dial up configuration (as previously set in Dial Up Networking) you wish to retrieve mail from. Enter the POP3 Server name, your account name and password for that account. The account name and password should be the same information you entered in the Dial Up configuration. After all the information has been entered, test the connection by clicking on “Verify Connection”. If an error occurs, check the settings and information on Dial Up Network and E-mail setting.

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Using the Disc Player

The Disc Player enables you to use your notebook’s disc drive as an audio Disc Player.

Critical Point

If you shut down from Windows while the Disc Player is playing an audio CD, it will stop. To continue to use the Disc Player, restart the OS. The OS must be operate inorder to play the audio cd using the disc player. The audio CD will start playing at Track 1. When you can go into Suspend Mode or Save-to-Disk Mode while the Disc Player is playing a CD. The Disc Player stop playing the Audio. To continue to use the sus/res buttom to wake up the system and press play, the audio cd will start playing track1.

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

• Stop/Eject: This is the first button to the right of the selector switch. If you press it once, it will stop an audio CD that is playing. If you press it twice, it will eject the audio CD. (This option should be enable if you wish to use this function from the cd player. By default is disable.)

• Play/Pause: This is the second button to the right of the Stop/Eject 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.

• Back: This button is immediately to the right of the LCD display. Press this button once to skip one track back.

• Forward: This is the second button to the right of the LCD. Press this button once to skip forward one track.

Critical Point

If you press the play button and nothing happens, you either have the Mode button switch set to the Application or Lock position, there is no audio CD in the Disc Player, or you have a CDROM other than an audio CD in the drive.

Desktop Control Panel

Your LifeBook notebook includes a desktop control panel. You may use this panel to operate the Disc Player when you have the Selector switch to Disc mode.

To use the desktop control panel:

1. Click on Start.

2. Click on All Programs.

3. Click on LifeBook Application Panel.

4. Click on CD Player.

The CD Player will appear in the upper left corner of your screen. To close the panel, click on the “x” button. To minimize the panel, click on the “-” button.

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You can select from four appearances for your CD Player. 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 CD Players Options menu box, you have an options to select : Always on top, Continuous play and Disable Stop/Eject Button from the CD removal. 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 Disc Player will automatically start over at the beginning as soon as it finishes the last track. By default the Eject Button is disable from the CD Player Options. Once you press the Eject button from the CoolView, the drive will not eject. If you want the Eject Button to be function, uncheck this options.

You can change the CD Player design by selecting the setting from the pull down menu from the CD Player options by double click on the track display.

Grey (High Color)

Circle (High Color)

Stick (High Color)

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

Basic (16 colors)

Critical Point

If you have your display set to 256K colors the basic display will appear no matter which one you select. You will need to set your display colors to more than 256K in order to select other display appearances. When you close the Disc Player’s desktop control panel, it will stop the audio Disc Player. Simply press the Play button if you would like to continue listening, and the Disc Player will restart at track 1. The Selector switch must be in the Disc Player position.

Precautions

• LifeBook Application Panel uses the date and time settings of your LifeBook notebook. If the date and time are off, you can adjust this setting in the Windows Control Panel.

• If you insert an audio CD which has both audio and data tracks into the Disc Player, the Disc Player may fail to play the first audio track.

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

• The Disc 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 notebook’s display set for 256 colors or less, the Disc Player control panel will display in a “basic” mode.

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7. Power Saving Function

Standby and Hibernation

The Standby and Hibernation features allow you to save power without shutting down Windows.

Power consumption

Operation

Resume

Standby mode

This mode suspends system operation while keeping the programs and data in the system RAM (memory). During standby, the icon on the status indicator LCD blinks. In this mode, the computer can suspend and resume system operation in a shorter time than in hibernation mode. When the computer is on standby, it consumes a small amount of power, and it is powered from the AC adapter if the AC adapter is connected or from the internal battery if no AC adapter is connected.

Hibernation mode

This mode shuts down the computer after saving all programs and data in memory into the hard disk. As compared to standby mode, it takes more time for the computer to suspend and resume system operation because the power is turned off automatically. When the MAIN switch is on, the computer consumes a small amount of power to keep the one-touch buttons operational. To stop the power consumption, turn the MAIN switch off.

Caution about standby and hibernation modes

• Depending on the conditions under which your computer is used, it may take much time to go into standby or hibernation mode, or to resume system operation.

• Don’t resume system operation soon after placing it into standby or hibernation mode, but wait for at least 10 seconds before resuming.

• If the driver of any peripheral device connected is not installed correctly, the computer may not go into standby or hibernation mode.

Standby

Hibernation

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• When the computer resumes operation, it may cause some flicker in the display, but this doesn’t mean that the computer or display is faulty.

• Don’t put the computer into standby or hibernation mode if:

- The operating system is in the process of starting or shutting down.

- The computer is processing something (e.g., sending data to a printer) or immediately after

it has finished processing.

- The hard disk or floppy disk is being accessed.

- Communications are being carried out via the modem.

- An auto-run CD (CD that starts automatically when it is loaded) is running.

- A video CD, etc., is being played.

- A music CD or game software is being played.

- Data is being written or rewritten on a CD-R or CD-RW.

- No driver is installed yet for the peripheral device currently connected.

• Don’t connect or disconnect a peripheral device when the computer is in standby mode. Always shut down the computer. For some peripherals, you don’t need to turn off the computer before connecting or disconnecting them. For more information, refer to the manual for your peripheral device.

• When using a LAN, connect the AC adapter, select “Never” for each item on the Power Schemes tab of the Power Management Properties dialog box.

• If you resume system operation when “Manual” is selected under “Internal pointing device” of the BIOS Setup window, the Flat Point is activated regardless of the settings before the computer was put into standby or hibernation mode.

• Your computer doesn’t support the Low-Level Standby (ACPI S1) feature. So don’t put it into standby or hibernation mode if the peripheral device connected supports only the Low-Level Standby feature.S1) feature. So don’t put it into standby or hibernation mode if the peripheral device connected supports only the Low-Level Standby feature.

Standby

Standby (Suspending operation)

There are three ways to put the computer into standby mode.

Using the Shut Down Windows dialog box

1. Make sure that the or icon is not displayed on the status indicator LCD.

2. Click the Start button and select Turn off computer. The Shut Down Windows dialog box appears. Select “Stand By” from menu box and then click “Stand By”. After a while, the icon blinks on the status indicator LCD and the LCD display goes off.

Using the SUS/RES switch

1. Make sure that the or icon is not displayed on the status indicator LCD.

2. Press the SUS/RES switch

After a while, the icon blinks on the status indicator LCD and the LCD display goes off.

SUS/RES switch

Status indicator LCD

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

Critical Point

Don’t hold the SUS/RES switch down for more than 4 seconds. If you do so, the computer will be turned off and the data currently processed will be lost.

Closing the LCD display

1. Make sure that the or icon is not displayed on the status indicator LCD, then close

the LCD display.

After a while, the icon blinks on the status indicator LCD.

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LCD display

Status indicator LCD

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

Critical Point

To prevent the computer from going into standby mode each time the LCD display is closed, select “Never” under “When the notebook is closed” on the Advanced tab of the Power Management Properties dialog box. By default, this option is set to “Stand By.”

Resume (Restoring suspended operation)

There are three ways to resume operation.

Using the SUS/RES switch

Use this method if you placed the computer into standby mode, using the Shut Down Windows dialog box or the SUS/RES switch.

1. Make sure that the icon is blinking on the status indicator LCD.

2. Press the SUS/RES switch

After a while, the system will resume at the same point as when you suspended operation.

SUS/RES switch

Status indicator LCD

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

Critical Point

Don’t hold the SUS/RES switch down for more than 4 seconds. If you do so, the computer will be turned off and the data currently processed will be lost.

Opening the LCD display

Use this method if you placed the computer into standby mode by closing the LCD display.

1. Make sure that the icon is blinking on the status indicator LCD.

2. Open the LCD display.

Unlock the LCD display by sliding the latch on the front panel to the right, and lift the display while holding the computer with a hand. After a while, the system will resume at the same point as when you suspended operation.

Latch

Status indicator LCD

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

LCD display

Caution about the standby mode

• Don’t turn the MAIN switch off during standby, or all data being processed will be lost.

• When the computer is powered from a fully-charged new battery, it can be kept on standby for about 1 day.

• During standby, the computer consumes a small amount of power to keep data in the system RAM. If power is supplied by the internal battery, pay attention to the remaining battery life. If the battery goes dead during standby, all data being processed will be lost. If you know you will not use the computer for a prolonged period of time, don’t put the computer into standby mode, but save all data, shut down Windows and turn off the computer.

• When the computer resumes operation as a result of the reception of a incoming call, it will display nothing on the screen. To turn on the display, touch the Flat Point (move the mouse). If this does not turn on the display, press the @ key or any other key. If this operation does not still restore the display, check whether the icon is blinking on the status indicator LCD. If it is blinking, the computer is still on standby. In this case press the SUS/RES switch to resume operation.

• When power is supplied by the internal battery, the time for which your computer can be kept on standby may be shortened, depending on the PC card installed.

• If you placed the computer into standby mode, using the Shut Down Windows dialog box or the SUS/RES switch, opening the LCD display does not cause the computer to resume operation.

Hibernation

You need to modify settings from the Power Options under Advanced if you want the computer to go into hibernation mode when you press the SUS/RES switch or close the LCD display.

Hibernation (Suspending operation)

There are two ways to put the computer into hibernation mode.

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Using the SUS/RES switch

1. Make sure that the or icon is not displayed on the status indicator LCD.

2. Press the SUS/RES switch.

The icon is displayed on the status indicator LCD and the power is turned off after a while.

SUS/RES switch

Status indicator LCD

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

Closing the LCD display

1. Make sure that the or icon is not displayed on the status indicator LCD, then close the LCD display.

The icon is displayed on the status indicator LCD and the power is turned off after a while.

LCD display

Status indicator LCD

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

Resume (Restoring suspended operation)

There are two ways to resume operation.

Using the SUS/RES switch

Use this method if you placed the computer into hibernation mode, using the Shut Down Windows dialog box or the SUS/RES switch.

1. Simply press the SUS/RES switch.

A window appears on the screen, showing the progress of the reloading of the saved data from the hard disk. After a while, the system will resume at the same point as when you suspended operation.

SUS/RES switch

Status indicator LCD

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

Critical Point

If pressing the SUS/RES switch does not cause the computer to resume operation, it is probable that the MAIN switch is turned off. If so, turn it on. This displays a window showing the progress of the reloading of the saved data from the hard disk, and after a while, the system will resume at the same point as when you suspended operation.

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Opening the LCD display

Use this method if you placed the computer into hibernation mode by closing the LCD display.

1. Open the LCD display.

Unlock the LCD display by sliding the latch on the front panel to the right and lift the display while holding the computer with a hand. A window appears on the screen, showing the progress of the reloading of the saved data from the hard disk. After a while, the system will resume at the same point as when you suspended operation.

Latch

Status indicator LCD

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

LCD display

Critical Point

If opening the LCD display does not cause the computer to resume operation, it is probable that the MAIN switch is turned off. If so, turn it on. This displays a window showing the progress of the reloading of the saved data from the hard disk, and after a while, the system will resume at the same point as when you suspended operation.

Caution about the hibernation mode

• Your computer cannot be put into hibernation mode unless the hard disk has enough free space to store all data in memory.

• In hibernation mode, the reception of an incoming call will not cause the computer to resume operation.

• If the computer is put into hibernation mode when peripheral devices, such as a PC card and a printer, are connected to it, information about those devices will be initialized when you resume system operation, and therefore the system may not resume at the point at which you suspended operation.

• If you placed the computer into hibernation mode, using the Shut Down Windows dialog box or the SUS/RES switch, opening the LCD display does not cause the computer to resume operation.

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8. Battery

Charging

1. Connect the AC adapter.

With the connection of the AC adapter, charging starts. The battery charge indicator (the arrow symbol of ( @ ) and the remaining battery power indicator appear in the status indicator LCD.

2. Make sure that the battery charge indicator disappears and disconnect the AC adapter.

Critical Point

Charge the battery when you start using this computer after purchase or if you have not charged it for more than 1 month. Battery charging is complete when the battery charge indicator disappears and the leftmost remaining battery power indicator changes from a blinking ( ) to a lit ( ). Take sufficient time for battery recharging to make sure that the battery is fully charged. When the remaining battery power is still 90% or more, the unit does not start charging even if the AC adapter is connected. Charging starts when the power is 89% or less. When the MAIN switch is off, the indication on the status indicator LCD disappears soon after charging is complete. The battery charging capability deteriorates if the room temperature is too high or too low. Battery charging might not begin if the battery temperature is too high after usage (the battery charge indicator blinks in this case). Charging starts when the battery temperature falls after a while.

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Using the Computer with the Battery

Here is the explanation of how to use the computer with the battery.

1. Remove the AC adapter and turn on the SUS/RES switch.

SUS/RES switch

Critical Point

If the Main switch is off, turn it on. When the room temperature is low, the battery operation time becomes shorter. When the battery has been used for a longer period, the battery operation time duration becomes shorter because of the charging capability deterioration. If you notice that the operation time length becomes extremely short, replace the battery with a new one.

Checking the Remaining Battery Power

You can check the remaining battery power by looking at the remaining battery power indicator in the status indicator LCD when the power is on or during charging.

Remaining battery power indicator

This means that the remaining battery power is between about 76% and 100%.

This means that the remaining battery power is between about 51% and 75%.

This means that the remaining battery power is between about 26% and 50%

This means that the remaining battery power is between about 13% and 25% (This represents 0% to about 25% of remaining battery power during charging).

This indicates a low battery status (the remaining battery power is about 12% or less). blinks.

This means that the battery is completely exhausted (The remaining battery power is 0%).

Critical Point

The remaining battery power indicator may show a different indicator value from the actual remaining battery power depending on the environment of use (temperature, battery usage and recharging cycle numbers, etc.) because of the characteristics of the lithium ion battery. Charging does not start even if the AC adapter is attached when the remaining battery power is 90% or more. Charging starts when the power is 89% or less.

Battery malfunction indicator

This means that the battery is not charged properly.

Critical Point

When appears, turn off the power of the computer and reinstall the battery. If the indication persists, the battery is defective. Replace it with a new battery.

If the battery is weak

When the battery is beginning to run down, the remaining battery power indicator ( ) on the status indicator LCD blinks. In such a case, connect the AC adapter to the computer immediately to recharge it.

Critical Point

If you continue to operate the computer when the battery is low, the data you are entering or in the process of saving may, at worst, be lost. Connect the AC adapter immediately or, if you do not have one, quit the application you are running after saving the working data and then shut down the power to the computer. Reading and writing processes on the hard disk consumes a large amount of power. If you save data on the hard disk when the battery is low, always connect the AC adapter. If the computer is left in a low battery condition, it automatically goes into the standby mode. If the system is reading/writing on the hard disk or other data storage media, however, it will wait until the process is completed before entering the standby mode.

IMPORTANT

• This computer is preset to enter the standby mode automatically when the remaining battery level becomes low. Do not change the settings in the following items under Power Options Properties.

Low battery alarm

- Activate low battery alarm when power level reaches 10 % is default setting. Under Alarm

Action you can set the setting of low battery alarm actions.

Critical battery alarm

- Activate critical battery alarm when power level reaches 3% is default setting. Under Alarm

Action you can set the setting of critical battery alarm actions.

• If you use your computer with these items unchecked , the power will be immediately shut down when the battery becomes low and unsaved data will be lost. It could also lead to a system failure.

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Notes on Battery

WARNING

ELECTRIC SHOCK

The battery is very sensitive. When you install or remove the battery, be careful not to subject it to shocks by dropping it or otherwise. For safety, do not use a battery that has been subjected to shocks, as it may cause an electric shock or burst.

Electric discharge

• The battery continues to discharge even if the computer is not used after charging, so we recommend you charge the battery immediately before use.

• If you are not going to use the computer for a long time (more than one month), remove the battery and store it in a cool place. If the battery is left installed in the computer for a long time, it will discharge excessively and the life of the battery will be shortened.

Battery life

• The battery continues to age and deteriorate even if the computer is not in use for a long time. Check the battery condition at least once a month by using the computer with the battery power source.

• The battery is a consumable product and the battery’s charging capacity is reduced as the battery ages.

• If your battery runs low quickly, it is a sign that it is getting old.

Disposing of the battery

When you dispose of a battery, take measures so as to insulate the battery terminals with tape to prevent short-circuiting. Also, check with your local government authority for details regarding disposal of batteries.

Prolonging actual battery life

Use the power saving function to prolong the actual battery life.

Conditions where the actual battery life will be shortened

• The actual battery life varies depending on the temperature of use, and may be shortened in a low temperature environment.

• 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.

Use the AC adapter when;

• Performing personal computer communication or Internet communication,

• using the hard disk and CDs frequently,

• using a LAN, or

• restoring the pre-installed software status of the computer when you purchased it.

WARNING

ELECTRIC SHOCK

Before replacing the battery pack, be sure to turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter from it. Also, don’t touch any connector of the computer or battery pack to avoid electric shock.

Replacing the Internal Battery Pack

1. Turn off the computer.

2. Close the LCD display and turn over the computer.

3. Slide the tabs in the direction of the arrow to remove the internal battery pack.

The internal battery pack is detached from the connector.

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Internal battery pack

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4. Install a new battery pack.

With the slit in the internal battery pack aligned with the projection on the computer, push in the battery pack until the tabs click into place.

Internal battery pack

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9. Floppy Disk

CAUTION

INJURY

When inserting or ejecting a floppy disk, take care not to catch your finger in the floppy disk slot to avoid injury.

Caution in Using a Floppy Disk

Improper handling of a floppy disk could make it impossible to read or write data on it. To avoid this, take the following precautions when using floppy disks.

Be careful not spill coffee or any other liquid over a floppy disk.

• Don’t place floppy disks in a humid place or in a place exposed to direct sunlight.

• Don’t bend a floppy disk or put any heavy object on top of it.

• Never touch the magnetically coated disk behind the shutter.

• Don’t put a magnet or any magnetized object close to a floppy disk.

• Don’t stick more than one label to a floppy disk. Sticking two or more labels could prevent the floppy disk from being ejected.

Floppy Disks that can be Used with your Computer

The floppy disk drive of your computer supports floppy disks of the following three formats.

2HD Floppy disks with a storage capacity of 1.44 2DD Floppy disks with a storage capacity of 720KB, half of the capacity of a 2HD floppy disk

(1.44 MB)

2HD and 2DD floppy disks are different in appearance, as shown below.

Presence/absence of an HD mark

Bears an HD mark Bears no HD mark

Has a hole Has no hole

Presence/absence of a hole

When purchasing floppy disks, make sure they are marked with “DOS/V-Formatted.” Floppy disks formatted in some environments (e.g., formatted using another maker’s model

or using some software) may not be used normally with your floppy disk drive, i.e., no data may be read from them.

Inserting a Floppy Disk

1. Insert a floppy disk in the floppy disk drive.

With the arrow-marked surface up, insert a floppy disk until the floppy disk eject button pops out.

Floppy disk eject button

Ejecting a Floppy Disk

1. Check to see that is not lit on the status indicator LCD, and press the floppy disk eject button.

The floppy disk pops out.

Floppy disk eject button

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IMPORTANT

• If you press the floppy disk eject button while is lit on the status indicator LCD, data on the floppy disk could be corrupted.

Protecting Data on a Floppy Disk

To prevent data on a floppy disk from being erased by mistake, slide the write-protect tab up to open the hole (the disk is write-protected).

To write data on a write-protected floppy disk, slide the tab down to close the hole.

Write-protect tab

Not

write-protected

Write-protected

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10. CD

CD-ROMs, music CDs and CD-R/RW are collectively referred to as CDs in this manual.

CAUTION

INJURY

When loading or ejecting a CD, don’t put your finger on the disc tray to avoid injury.

Caution in Handling CDs

Keep the following in mind when using a CD.

• When taking out a disc from the case or loading it in your computer, don’t touch any surface of it.

• Handle a disc with care so as not to put fingerprints on it, to make it dirty or dusty, or to scratch it, otherwise no data could be read from it, written or rewritten to it. Music CDs could not be played back normally if they are soiled with fingerprints, etc.

• Don’t stick any label on any surface of a disc, or write anything to it with a ball-point pen or pencil.

• Be careful not to spill coffee or any other liquid over a disc.

• When a disc is dirty or condensation occurs on it, wipe the disc radially from the center with a slightly moistened cloth, then with a dry cloth. Don’t use a hairdryer to dry it or don’t let a wet disc dry naturally.

• Don’t use benzene, thinner, water, record cleaner, antistatic spray, or silicone cloth to clean discs.

• Always keep discs in their cases when they are not in use.

• Don’t bend a disc or put any heavy object on top of it.

• Don’t store discs in an extremely hot or cold place.

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Discs that can be used with your computer

CD-ROM, Music CD, Video CD, Photo CD* CD-R CD-RW

Reading (playback) O O O

Writing data X O O

Rewriting data X X O

* Some types of CDs cannot be used with your computer or application software may be required to play them.

Critical Point

Don’t use CDs other than round CDs (e.g., deformed CDs, including star-shaped CDs and card-type CDs). Data cannot be read/written correctly from/on a deformed CD or a deformed CD could cause the CD drive to fail.

Writing or Rewriting Data on a CD-R/RW (For models support CD/RW drive )

• Don’t apply vibration or impact to the computer when the icon is displayed on the status indicator LCD.

• Some CD-R/RW applications cannot write data correctly if the Windows CD Auto-Start feature is enabled. So you will need to modify the settings of the CD Auto-Start feature if so instructed by the application used. If you use the supplied CD-R/RW application, leave the CD Auto-Start feature enabled.

• Loading a CD-R or CD-RW sometimes causes the supplied CD-R/RW application to start automatically. If you don’t want to use the application, exit it.

• If the computer detects flaws or scratches on the recorded surface of the CD-R or CD-RW, it may stop writing data.

• Take the following precautions when writing data on a CD-R or CD-RW.

- Before writing data, click the Power Management icon in the Control Panel window, and

deactivate the System standby option.

- Writing data on a CD-R/RW requires a large amount of electrical power. So whenever writing

data on a CD-R/RW, connect the supplied AC adapter to your computer.

- Set the mode switch to the center position.

- Exit all running application programs. When data is being written, don’t start any application or

perform any operation.

- When data is being written, don’t turn off or reset your computer, or don’t push the EJECT

button. Also, don’t press the and keys while holding the key down to forcibly terminate an application.

Loading a Disc

IMPORTANT

• You should preferable power the computer from the AC adapter when frequently accessing the CD. A frequent access to a CD consumes a large amount of electrical power.

• To set a disc on the disc tray, align the center of the disc with the projection at the center of the tray and push the disc down until it clicks into place.

Otherwise it may come off in the drive, causing damage to the disc tray and drive or the disc itself.

• When you are using a CD that starts automatically when it is loaded, don’t put your computer into standby mode. If you place the computer into standby (suspending operation) mode while using an auto-run CD, the CD will start twice when you resume system operation (when you restore the operation at the point at which you suspended operation), and this could cause the computer to malfunction. If you let the CD start twice, exit all programs on the CD, and load it over again.

• When data is being read, the CD runs at very high speeds and sometimes causes vibration and hiss noise.

1. Press the EJECT button.

The disc tray pops out.

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EJECT button

2. Pull out the tray gently.

Disc tray

Critical Point

If the tray won’t come out:

- When Windows is terminated, slide the mode switch down to the lower position, then press the EJECT button.

- If the MAIN switch is off (in the O position), slide it to the | position to turn the power on, and then press the EJECT button.

You may press the EJECT button even when the icon on the status indicator LCD is blinking. You can stop it from blinking if you want.

3. Set a disc on the tray while holding the tray.

Align the hole of the disc with the projection at the center of the tray with the labeled surface up, and push the disc down until it clicks into place. Failure to fit a disc correctly onto the projection could prevent the disc from being ejected.

Projection

Disc tray

4. Push the tray gently into the computer.

It takes about 10 seconds for your computer to get ready to start the loaded CD..

Disc tray

Critical Point

When you load a multi-session CD, it may take much time for your computer to get ready to start. Loading a music CD while Windows is running causes CD Player to automatically start and play the CD. You can continue the operation, using either one-touch buttons on the computer or buttons on CD Player.

Ejecting the Disc

1. Exit the application you started from the disc.

2. Press the EJECT button.

The tray pops out.

EJECT button

3. Pull out the tray gently.

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Disk tray

Critical Point

If the tray won’t come out:

- When Windows is terminated, slide the mode switch down to the lower position, then press the EJECT button.

- If the Main switch is off (in the O position), slide it to the | position to turn the power on, and then press the EJECT button.

You may press the EJECT button even when the icon on the status indicator LCD is blinking. You can stop it from blinking if you want.

4. Take out the disc while holding the tray with a hand.

To detach the disc, lift the edge of the disc while holding the projection with a finger, as shown below.

Projection

Disk tray

5. Push in the tray gently until it clicks into place.

Critical Point

If the disc won’t come out:

1. Click the (My Computer) icon on the desktop.

2. Move the mouse pointer onto the CD Drive icon in the My Computer window.

3. Press the right button once on the Flat Point.

4. Select Eject from the menu that appears. The tray pops out a little.

5. Pull out the tray gently and take out the disc from it.

If you cannot eject the disc by this method, follow these steps.

1. Turn off your computer.

2. Insert a straightened paper clip, etc., into the pinhole on the right of the EJECT button. The tray will pop out.

3. Pull out the tray gently and take out the disc from it.

EJECT button

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11. Internal Modem

Your computer has a V.90-compliant built-in fax modem.

CAUTION

ELECTRIC SHOCK

Before replacing the battery pack, be sure to turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter from it. Also, don’t touch any connector of the computer or battery pack to avoid electric shock.

IGNITION

Do not connect this computer directly to a digital line such as ISDN, or it may cause a fire or failure. Always connect it via a TA (terminal adapter).

Connecting a Modular Cable

1. Insert the supplied modular cable into the rear side of the computer.

Insert firmly until it clicks.

(The illustrations shown below vary depending on the model and use conditions.)

2. Disconnect your telephone’s modular cable from the modular connector of the telephone

line.

Pull it out while pressing in the clip of the modular cable.

IMPORTANT

• If your telephone line connector is rosette type, it must be changed to a modular type. If such a change is necessary, have it done by an authorized person. You can also ask your telephone company to do the work.

Modular connector Rosette connector

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3. Connect the modular cable to the modular connector of the telephone line.

Insert the plug on the other end of the cable you have connected to the computer in Step 1.

Critical Point

The telephone is not usable with its modular cable disconnected. Do not forget to connect it for telephone use after finishing Internet communication. If the supplied modular cable is too short for your computer environment, purchase a new one with the proper length.

Caution in Using the Internal Modem

Connecting to the Internet for a long time while still running some applications applies a considerable load on the CPU of the computer. It may lead to interruption of communication via the internal modem. In this case, exit all applications you are running except your browser and e-mail software before accessing the Internet again.

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1. PC Card

Caution in Using PC Cards

CAUTION

FAILURE

A PC card is composed of parts very sensitive to static electricity, and it may be damaged even by static built up in a human body. Before handling a PC card, always touch a metal object with your hand to discharge static.

Observe the following points when using PC cards to prevent breakdown.

Do not place PC cards in hightemperature locations and locations subject to direct sunlight.

Do not place heavy objects on top of PC cards.

Do not subject PC cards to strong shocks.

Be careful to avoid spilling coffee and other liquids on PC cards.

Avoid rubbing PC cards and building up static electricity.

When storing a PC card, always place it in its special case.

PC Cards that can be Used with your Computer

Your computer is compatible with PC Card Standard-compliant Type I, Type II and Type III PC cards. For example, among these PC cards are:

• Adapter card

You should use this card when loading pictorial data from a smart media for digital cameras into the computer.

• SCSI Card

You should use this card when connecting devices such as a SCSI standard hard disk or MO (Magneto Optical disk) drive.

Critical Point

Some PC cards cannot be used along with any other PC card. For more information, refer to the manual for your PC card. Your computer does not support PC cards with a working voltage of 12V.

Preparing Necessary Items

PC Card Prepare a PC card that meets your need.

PC Card driver A CD or floppy disk that contains the PC card driver is supplied with

some PC cards.

Manual of the PC card Setting procedures varies depending on the PC card used. So be sure to

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