Fujitsu Limited has made every effort to ensure
the accuracy and completeness of this document.
However, as ongoing development efforts are
continually improving the capabilities of our
products, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of
the contents of this document. We disclaim
liability for errors, omissions or future changes.
LifeBook is a trademark of Fujitsu Limited.
Microsoft, Windows, MS, MS-DOS and Windows
NT are registered trademarks of the Microsoft
Corporation of the United States in the United
States and other countries.
Phoenix is a registered trademark of Phoenix
Technologies Corporation of the United States.
Operations are subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not be allowed to cause
harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Website: www.pc-ap.fujitsu.com
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
according to FCC Part 15
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operations are subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device must not be allowed to cause harmful interference. (2) This device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions carefully. Save these
instructions for future reference.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked
on the product.
3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet
before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.
4. Do not use this product near water.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart,
stand or table. The product may fall, causing
serious damage to the product.
6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the
back or bottom are provided for ventilation;
to ensure reliable operation of the product
and to protect it from overheating, these
openings must not be blocked or covered.
The openings should never be blocked by
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or
other similar surface. This product should
never be placed near or over a radiator or
heat register or in a built-in installation unless
proper ventilation is provided.
7. This product should be operated from the
type of power indicated on the marking label.
If you are not sure of the type of power
available, consult your dealer or local power
company.
8. This product is equipped with a 3-wire
grounding-type plug, a plug having a third
(grounding) pin. This will only plug into a
grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
into the outlet, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat
the purpose of the grounding-type plug.
9. Do not allow anything to rest on the power
cord. Do not locate this product where
persons will walk on the cord.
10. If an extension cord is used with this product,
make sure that the total ampere rating of the
equipment plugged into the extension cord
does not exceed the extension cord ampere
rating. Also, make sure that the total rating
of all products plugged into the wall outlet
does not exceed 15 amperes.
11. Never push objects of any kind into this
product through cabinet slots as they may
touch dangerous voltage points that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind on the product.
12. Do not attempt to service this product
yourself, as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage points or
other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel.
13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and
refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
a. When the power cord or plug is damaged
or frayed.
b. If liquid has been spilled into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or
water.
d. If the product does not operate normally
when the operating instructions are followed.
Adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions since improper
adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore the
product to normal condition.
e. If the product has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged.
f. If the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance, indicating a need for service.
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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).
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Changes or modification not expressly
approved by Fujitsu could void this
user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
FCC NOTICES
Notice to Users of Radios and Television
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet that is
on a different circuit than the receiver.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
Shielded interconnect cables must be employed
with this equipment to ensure compliance with
the pertinent RF emission limits governing this
device.
Notice to Users of the US Telephone Network
Your LifeBook notebook may be supplied with
an internal modem which complies with Part 68
of the FCC rules. On this notebook is a label that
contains the FCC Registration Number and the
Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this
equipment among other information. If requested,
the user must provide their telephone company
with the following information:
1. The telephone number to which the
notebook is connected.
2. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for
this equipment.
3. That the equipment requires a standard
modular jack type USOC RJ-11C which is
FCC Part 68 compliant.
4. The FCC Registration Number.
This equipment is designed to be connected to
the telephone network or premises wiring using
a standard modular jack type USOC RJ-11C
which is FCC Part 68 compliant and a line cord
between the modem and the telephone network
with a minimum of 26AWG.
The REN is used to determine the number of
devices that you may connect to your telephone
line and still have all of those devices ring when
your number is called. Too many devices on one
line may result in failure to ring in response to an
incoming call. In most, but not all, areas the sum
of the RENs of all of the devices should not
exceed five (5). To be certain of the number of
devices you may connect to your line, as
determined by the RENs, contact your local
telephone company.
If this equipment causes harm to the telephone
network, your telephone company may
discontinue your service temporarily. If possible,
they will notify you in advance. If advance notice
is not practical they will notify you as soon as
possible. You will also be advised of your right to
file a complaint with the FCC.
This fax modem also complies with fax branding
requirements per FCC Part 68.
Your telephone company will probably ask you
to disconnect this equipment from the telephone
network until the problem is corrected and you
are sure that the equipment is not malfunctioning.
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This equipment may not be used on coinoperated telephones provided by your telephone
company. Connection to party lines is subject to
state tariffs. Contact your state’s public utility
commission, public service commission or
corporation commission for more information.
This equipment includes automatic dialing
capability. When programming and/or making test
calls to emergency numbers:
• Remain on the line and briefly explain to the
dispatcher the reason for the call.
• Perform such activities in off-peak hours, such
as early morning or late evening.
FCC rules prohibit the use of non-hearing aid
compatible telephones in the following locations
or applications:
• All public or semipublic coin-operated or credit
card telephones.
• Elevators, highways, tunnels (automobile,
subway, railroad or pedestrian) where a person
with impaired hearing might be isolated in an
emergency.
• Places where telephones are specifically
installed to alert emergency authorities such
as fire, police or medical assistance personnel.
• Hospital rooms, residential health care
facilities, convalescent homes and prisons.
• Workstations for the hearing impaired.
• Hotel, motel or apartment lobbies.
• Stores where telephones are used by patrons
to order merchandise.
• Public transportation terminals where
telephones are used to call taxis or to reserve
lodging or rental cars.
• In hotel and motel rooms as at least ten percent
of the rooms must contain hearing aid
compatible telephones or jacks for plug-in
hearing aid compatible telephones which will
be provided to hearing impaired customers on
request.
DOC (INDUSTRY CANADA)
NOTICES
Notice to Users of Radios and Television
This Class B digital apparatus meets all
requirements of the Canadian InterferenceCausing Equipment Regulations.
Notice to Users of the Canadian Telephone
Network
The Canadian Industry Canada label identifies
certified equipment. This certification means that
the equipment meets certain telecommunications
network protective, operational, and safety
requirements. The Department does not
guarantee the equipment will operate to the
user’s satisfaction.
LifeBook notebooks are supplied with an internal
modem which complies with the Industry Canada
certification standards for telecommunication
network protection and safety requirements.
Before connecting this equipment to a telephone
line the user should ensure that it is permissible
to connect this equipment to the local
telecommunication facilities. The user should be
aware that compliance with the certification
standards does not prevent service degradation
in some situations.
Repairs to telecommunication equipment should
be made by a Canadian authorized maintenance
facility. Any repairs or alterations not expressly
approved by Fujitsu or any equipment failures
may give the telecommunication company cause
to request the user to disconnect the equipment
from the telephone line.
The connecting arrangement code for this
equipment is CA11A.
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The Load Number assigned to each telephone
terminal device denotes the percentage of the
total load to be connected to a telephone loop or
circuit which is used by the device to prevent
overloading. The termination on a loop may
consist of any combination of devices such that
the total of the load numbers of all devices does
not exceed 100.
For safety, users should ensure that the
electrical ground of the power utility, the
telephone lines and the metallic water
pipes are connected together. Users
should NOT attempt to make such
connections themselves but should
contact the appropriate electric
inspection authority or electrician. This
may be particularly important in rural
areas.
UL Notice
This unit requires an AC adapter to operate. Use
only UL Listed Class 2 adapter, output rating
19VDC, 3.16A. Refer to the illustration below for
the correct AC Adapter output polarity:
For Authorized Repair Technicians Only
For continued protection against risk of
fire, replace only with the same type and
rating fuse.
Danger of explosion if Lithium (CMOS)
battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to
the manufac-turer’s instruction.
Proper Disposal of Battery
Under federal, state or local law, it may be illegal
to dispose of batteries by putting them in the
rubbish bin or trash cans. Please take care of
our environment and dispose of batteries
properly. Check with your local government
authority for details regarding recycling or
disposing of unwanted batteries.
To reduce the risk of fire, use only #26
AWG or larger telecommunications line
cord.
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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 reaction core 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.
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
the 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
NAMES OF THE PARTS
AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ............. 1
Exterior features: Front/Top view
of the computer .......................................1
Exterior features: Side views ........................3
Exterior features: Rear/Top view
of the computer .......................................6
External features: Bottom view
of the computer .......................................7
OPERATING STATUS
INDICATOR LCD ........................... 8
Battery Charging Status Indicator ................ 8
Power Level Indicator ...................................8
Hard Disk/CD Access Indicator .................... 9
A copy of LifeBook User's Manual is located on
your Microsoft Windows Desktop and Software
Drivers CD. You can use this LifeBook User's
Manual to find out more information about the
functions and features of your notebook.
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(Windows that appear vary depending on the computer and situation.)
NAMES OF THE PARTS
AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
Exterior features: Front/Top
view of the computer
1. Latch
Used to lock the LCD panel to prevent it from
opening accidentally.
To unlock the LCD panel, slide the knob to
the right.
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4
5
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Properties of LCD screens
– Although LCD panels are
manufactured with a very high
degree of precision using high
technologies, some may have dots
on the screen that do not go on or go
off. They do not mean that LCDs are
in defective condition. Note that the
exchange and return of the product
may not be accepted.
2. LCD panel
Displays images output by the computer.
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– Colors reproduced by LCD panels
vary to some extent from product to
product for reasons of manufacturing
processes. Also, a slight unevenness
of density may show up as a result
of changes in temperature.They do
not mean that LCDs are in defective
condition.
A residual image will be observed if the
same display is not changed for a long
time. The residual image will disappear
in time.
– To avoid this problem, it is
recommended that the power to the
display be turned off using the
energy-saving function, or that a
screen saver be used.
Irregularity and small spots may be
observed depending on the conditions
of display.
3. Status indicating LED
Indicates the operating status of the
computer.
4. Speaker
Sound output devices of the computer.
6. One-touch brightness button
Used to maximize the brightness of LCD
display with one-touch.
Please take note when the LCD brightness
already set to Maximum using the Fn+F7,
this button will not function.
7. Power or Sus/Resume button
Used to turn on and off the computer, to place
it in standby (sleep) mode, and to make it
resume operation.
8. One-touch button
Used to start programs and control the
playback of audio CDs.
* The CD Player only operate when OS in
operation.
9. Scroll button
Used to scroll up and down through a
document in the window.
Some applications may not allow you to
scroll up and down through a document,
using the scroll button.
10. Flat point
Used to operate the mouse pointer.
Set/adjust the volume of the speaker to
the range that the sound is not distorted.
Adjustment of the volume exceeding the
range may cause damage to the
speaker.
5. Cover close switch
When your close or open the LCD panel, this
switch automatically places your computer
into standby (hibernation) mode, makes it
resume operation, or turns on or off the
backlight of the LCD.
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11. Keyboard
Used to type characters and enter
commands in your computer.
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Exterior features: Side views
Right view of the computer
1. SD card/Memory stick slot
Allows you to insert an optional memory card.
2. IEEE1394 (DV) port
Allows you to connect a peripheral device,
such as a digital video camera (DVC), to the
computer through a DV cable.
3. Headphone jack
Allows you to connect commercially available
headphones with a 3.5 mm mini plug. Note
that this jack is not compatible with all kinds
of headphone plugs. Before buying
microphones, make sure that their plug is
compatible with this jack.
When you are listening to music with
headphones, be careful not to turn up
the volume excessively. Listening to very
loud sounds for a long time can
adversely affect your hearing.
Take off the headphones when turning
on or off the computer. Failure to do so
could adversely affect your hearing.
4. Microphone jack
Connect commercially available microphones with a 3.5 mm mini plug to record
monaural voice.
This jack may not support some types of
microphones (e.g., dynamic microphone).
Before buying microphones, make sure that
their plug is compatible with this jack.
Connect a microphone only to the
microphone terminal, otherwise it may
cause failures.
Before connecting headphones or a
microphone to your computer, always
turn down your computer’s master
volume to a minimum.
Failure to do so could result in damage
to the audio unit connected or could
adversely affect your hearing.
5. Infrared port
This port enables you to make infrared
communication.
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6. Wireless switch (Provided only for
wireless LAN device-equipped models)
Used to turn on and off the wireless LAN
device.
Always keep this switch in the OFF position
where the use of electronic devices is
prohibited, e.g., in hospitals and on airplanes.
7. Floppy disk eject button
Press this button to eject the floppy disk.
8. PC card eject button
Press this button to eject the PC card.
9. PC card slot
Allows you to insert optional PC cards. The
lower and upper slots are referred to as slot
1 and slot 2.
10. Floppy disk drive
Used to read and write data on floppy disks.
11. USB port
Used to connect USB devices to your
computer.
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Left view of the computer
1. DC-IN port
Used to connect the AC adapter included
with your computer.
2. Air outlet
Opening through which heat is forcibly
discharged from the computer. When you
turn on the computer, the cooling fan rotates
for a few seconds. When the temperature in
the computer rises high, the cooling fan
automatically starts to rotate to discharge
heat from the computer.
Do not obstruct the air outlet.
Doing so prevents heat from being
discharged from the computer and could
result in damage to your computer.
Do not put anything around the air outlet.
Objects placed around it, if any, may be
heated by heat discharged through the
air outlet.
NOTE:
Writing capability of the optical drive will
depend on the optical drive that bundled with
the system.
If this LifeBook come with an optical
drive that can read DVD titles, then this
drive is pre-set at factory to read DVD
title with region codes for specific Asia
Pacific markets (e.g. code 3 for Asian,
code 4 for Australia, code 6 for China).
The first time you play a DVD title with a
region code different from that of the
DVD optical drive - the region code set
at factory, you will be prompted to
change the region code of the DVD
optical drive. The region code of a DVD
optical drive can be changed up to 4
times, after which it will be locked so that
the DVD optical drive can only play DVD
titles of the final region code set.”
4. CD eject button
Press this button to insert a disc in the optical
drive or to eject it. This button is operative
only when the computer is turned on.
3. Optical drive
Your notebook comes with an internal Combo
Drive (DVD-ROM and CD-RW) or a DVD
SuperMulti (DVD-ROM, DVD ± RW , DVD
RAM , CD-RW and CD-ROM) drive installed
in this modular bay.
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Port 1
Port 2
Por t 3
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(Windows that appear vary depending on the computer and situation.)
Exterior features: Rear/Top
view of the computer
1. USB ports
Used to connect USB devices to your
computer.
When connecting an external device to
your computer, insert its connector
straight into the port with the right side
up.
2. LAN port
Used to connect the computer to a LAN (local
area network) via an optional LAN cable.
3. Serial port
The serial port allows you to connect
serial (RS232) devices.
4. Parallel port
The parallel port allows you to connect
parallel devices.
5. Video output (S-video) terminal
Used to send S-video signals to the TV
connected.
6. External monitor connector
Used to connect an optionally available
external monitor.
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7. Modem port
Used to connect your computer to a phone
line through the supplied modular cable for
using an online service or browsing the
Internet.
8. Antitheft lock
Used to connect a commercially available
antitheft cable.
The antitheft lock supports Kensington
Micro Saver Security System.
(Windows that appear vary depending on the computer and situation.)
External features: Bottom
view of the computer
1. Internal battery pack
Accommodates an internal battery pack.
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2
Be careful not to obstruct the air inlet.
Doing so prevents heat from being
discharged from the computer and could
result in damage to your computer.
2. Air inlet
Allows the cooling fan to draw outside air into
your computer.
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(Windows that appear vary depending on the computer and situation.)
OPERATING STATUS
INDICATOR LCD
When you turn off your computer, all
indicators on the operating status
indicating LED will go off, except when
the battery in your computer is being
charged.
1. Battery Charging Status
Indicator ()
When the AC adapter is connected to your
computer, this indicator lets you know
whether the battery pack is being charged.
• Lit green
Fully charged or not charged because
no internal battery pack is installed
• Lit orange
Being charged
• Blinks orange
Charging suspended (because a battery
temperature alarm was set off *)
• Off
Not charged because no AC adapter is
connected
* If the internal battery becomes very hot
or cold for some reason, the battery
protection feature will be activated and
set off a battery temperature alarm to
stop charging the battery.
2. Power Level Indicator
()
Indicates the remaining life of the battery
pack.
• Lit green
Between 51% and 100% charged *
• Lit orange
Between 13% and 50% charged *
• Lit red
Between 0% and 12% charged *
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• Blinks orange
During battery status measurement (4
seconds after the installation of the
internal battery pack)
• Blinks red
Something is wrong with the battery.
• Off
No battery installed
* The computer is running or the battery is
being charged.
If the internal battery pack is installed
while the power is turned off, the power
level indicator will display battery charge
level for 5 seconds after it blinks orange.
If an AC adapter is not connected or
when the battery pack is fully charged,
the lamp is turned off as it is.
If the AC adapter is not connected or
the battery pack is fully charged when
the computer is switched to the standby mode, the LED of the power level
indicator does not light but blink. The
LED blinks at intervals of turning ON/
OFF of 1 second and 5 seconds,
respectively.
3. Hard Disk/CD Access
Indicator ()
Lights when the hard disk or the CD is being
accessed.
4. E-mail Notification
indicator ()
With the link of the one-touch button setting,
this indicator blinks when an E-mail is
received.
5. Num Lock Indicator ()
Lights when the keyboard is in Num Lock
mode (in which you can use the keyboard
as a ten-digit keypad).
To enter or exit Num Lock mode, press the
key.
6. Caps Lock Indicator ()
Lights when the keyboard is in Caps Lock
mode (in which you can enter uppercase
letters without pressing and holding down
the key).
To enter or exit Caps Lock mode, press the
key.
7. Scroll Lock Indicator ()
Lights when the active window is locked to
prevent it from being scrolled up or down.
To enter or exit Scroll Lock mode, press the
key while holding down the
key.
The reaction of the active window varies
from program to program.
To prevent the corruption of data
recorded on the hard disk, do not press
the power button when the Hard disk/
CD access indicator is lit.
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RUNNING THE COMPUTER
ON ITS BATTERY
Charging the battery
1. Connect the AC adapter to your computer.
2. The charging status indicator lights up.
It indicates whether the battery pack is being
charged.
3. When the charging status indicator turns
green, disconnect the AC adapter from
your computer.
Charge the supplied battery pack before
using it for the first time after purchase
or if it is not recharged for more than
one month.
To fully charge the battery pack, continue
charging until the charging status
indicator turns green.
When the battery pack is 90 % or more
charged, it cannot be recharged even
when the AC adapter is connected. The
battery pack can be recharged when its
power level (or remaining battery life) is
89 % or less.
The chargeability of the battery pack
decreases when it is charged in a very
hot or cold place.
The battery temperature rises
immediately after the battery operation,
and the battery protection function may
operate, disabling the battery to be
charged. (If this happens, the charging
status indicator blinks orange.) When the
battery temperature comes down, your
computer automatically restarts to
charge the battery pack.
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Getting to Know Your LifeBook
Running the computer on its
battery
To run your computer on its internal battery pack,
perform these steps.
1. Disconnect the AC adapter from your
computer, and press the power button.
Power button
(Windows that appear vary depending on the
computer and situation.)
The operating time of the battery pack
shortens when it is used in a cold place.
The chargeability of the battery pack
decreases after it has been used over a
long period of time, and its operating
time shortens accordingly. If the battery
runs down quickly, replace it with a new
battery.
A rise in the battery temperature may
slow down your computer. If this
happens, connect the AC adapter to
your computer.
Checking the power level of
the battery
You can check the power level of the battery by
the battery power level indicator of the status
indicating LED while the power is on or the battery
pack is being charged.
Battery charged level (power
level indicator)
Lit when the computer is running or blinks when
the computer is on standby.
Lit green/Blinks green
Between about 51 % and 100 % charged
↓
Lit orange/Blinks orange
Between about 13% and 50% charged
↓
Lit red/Blinks red
Low battery condition (about 12% or less
charged) or dead battery condition (0 %
charged). When the battery starts to run low
(low battery condition), your computer sounds
a low battery alarm through the speakers if the
speakers are turned on.
For reasons of the characteristics of
lithium-ion batteries, the power level
indictor may not correctly indicate the
state of charge of the battery under
certain conditions (temperature
conditions, number of times the battery
has been discharged and recharged,
and so on).
When the battery pack is 90 % or more
charged, it cannot be recharged even
when the AC adapter is connected. The
battery pack can be recharged when its
power level (or remaining battery life) is
89 % or less.
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Battery temperature alarm
(charging status indicator)
If the battery pack becomes very hot or cold, the
charging status indicator will blink orange to tell
that the battery protection feature has been
activated and stopped charging the battery. When
the battery pack temperature returns to normal,
the charging status indicator stops blinking and
turns orange, and your computer automatically
restarts to charge the battery pack.
Battery failure alarm (power level
indicator)
If the battery pack cannot be charged normally,
the power level indicator will blink red.
If the power level indicator blinks red,
turn off the computer and remove and
reinstall the battery pack correctly. If the
power level indicator blinks red even
though the battery pack is installed
correctly, it is in a defective condition or
at the end of its useful life. Replace it
with a new one.
Low battery condition
When the battery is discharged to a very low
level, the power level indicator of the status
indicating LED lights or blinks red. If this happens,
connect the AC adapter to your computer
immediately to recharge the battery.
The use of a low battery may result in
the loss of the data you are currently
creating or saving. Connect the AC
adapter to your computer as soon as
possible. If no AC adapter is available,
immediately save the data you are
creating, exit all programs and turn off
your computer.
Reading or writing data on the hard disk
requires a large amount of electric
power. Therefore, when the battery is
low, connect the AC adapter to your
computer before reading or writing data
on the hard disk.
Leaving the battery low for a specific
period of time causes the computer to
automatically go into standby mode.
When data is being read or written on
the hard disk, however, the computer
does not go into standby mode until the
reading or writing of data is complete.
Your computer is configured by default
to go into standby mode when the power
level reaches about 3 %.
If you want to change this setting, follow
these steps: Open the “Power Options
Properties” dialog box, click the “Alarms”
tab, and then click the check box for
“Low battery alarm when power level
reaches” in the “Low battery alarm”
section ( changes to ).
If you change this setting, power supply
to your computer will be cut off when the
battery goes dead. As a result, data
being saved or created might become
lost or your computer might malfunction.
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DC Power Jack
DC Output Cable
AC Adapter
AC Cable
Getting Started with your LifeBook
Notebook
POWER SOURCES
Your LifeBook notebook has two possible power
sources: a primary Lithium ion battery an AC
adapter.
Connecting the power
adapters
The AC adapter provides power for operating
your LifeBook notebook and charging the
batteries.
Connecting the AC adapter
1. Plug the DC output cable into the DC power
jack of your LifeBook notebook.
2. Plug the AC adapter into an AC electrical
outlet.
Switching from AC adapter power to battery
power
1. Be sure that you have at least one charged
battery installed.
2. Remove the AC adapter.
Your notebook will automatically switch from
DC power to battery power.
The Lithium ion battery is not charged upon
purchase. Initially, you will need to connect
either the AC adapter to use your LifeBook
notebook.
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Power On
Power/Suspend/Resume button
The Power/Suspend/Resume button is used to
turn on your LifeBook notebook from its off state.
Once you have connected your AC adapter or
charged the internal Lithium ion battery, you can
power on your LifeBook notebook.
When you turn on your LifeBook notebook
be sure you have a power source. This
means that at least one battery is installed
and charged, or that the AC adapter is
connected and has power.
To turn on your LifeBook notebook from its off
state, press the Power/Suspend/Resume located
above the keyboard. When you are done working
you can either leave your LifeBook notebook in
Suspend mode, or you can turn it off.
Do not carry your LifeBook notebook around
with the power on or subject it to shocks or
vibration, as you risk damaging your
notebook.
Never turn off your LifeBook notebook
during the POST or it will cause an error
message to be displayed when you turn
your LifeBook notebook on the next time.
Power Off
Before turning off the power by choosing Shut
Down from Windows, check that the Hard Drive,
optical drive, PC Card and Floppy Disk Drive
Access indicators are all Off. If you turn off the
power while accessing a disk or PC Card there
is a risk of data loss. To ensure that your LifeBook
notebook shuts down without error, use the
Windows shut down procedure.
Never turn your LifeBook notebook off while
an application is running. Be sure to close
all files, exit all applications, and shut down
your operating system prior to turning off
the power. If files are open when you turn
the power off, you will lose any changes that
have not been saved, and may cause disk
errors.
When you power on your LifeBook notebook, it
will perform a Power On Self Test (POST) to check
the internal parts and configuration for correct
functionality. If a fault is found, your LifeBook
notebook will emit an audio warning and/or an
error message will be displayed. Depending on
the nature of the problem, you may be able to
continue by starting the operating system or by
entering the BIOS setup utility and revising the
settings.
After satisfactory completion of the POST, your
LifeBook notebook will load your operating
system.
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Using the correct procedure to shut down from
Windows, allows your LifeBook notebook to
complete its operations and turn off power in the
proper sequence to avoid errors.
The proper sequence is:
1. Click the Start button, and then click Shut
Down.
2. Select the Shut Down option from within the
Windows Shut Down dialog box.
3. Click OK to shut down your LifeBook
notebook.
If you are going to store your LifeBook notebook
for a month or more, see the Care and
Maintenance section of this manual.
User-Installable Features
CHANGING THE
INTERNAL BATTERY
PACK
Be sure to turn off your computer before
changing the internal battery pack. Do
not touch any connectors on the
computer or battery pack.
Otherwise, you might get an electric
shock or your computer might break
down.
Changing the internal battery
pack
1. Turn off your computer.
2. Close the LCD panel, and place the
computer upside down.
Close the LCD panel carefully so as not
to give an impact to it. Failure to do so
could result in damage to the LCD panel.
4. Install a new battery pack.
Align the stopper of the main unit of the
personal computer with the slit of the internal
battery pack, and firmly insert the battery
pack so that the hook makes a sound.
Hook
Hook
Internal
battery pack
After removing the internal battery pack,
take necessary measures to prevent it
from shorting, for example, sealing its
connector with an insulating tape. After
removing the internal battery pack, do
not mix it with other types of battery.
The internal battery pack (lithium-ion
battery) contains precious resources.
Therefore, you should dispose of the
disused battery pack as a recyclable
material if possible.
3. Remove the internal battery pack while
pressing the hook in the arrow direction.
The internal battery pack is removed from
the connector.
Hook
Hook
Internal
battery pack
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INSTALLING ADDITIONAL
MEMORY
Installing memory
The processing ability of your computer can be
enhanced by increasing its memory capacity.
This section explains how to increase the
memory capacity.
Preparing necessary items
•Memory (Expansion RAM module)
Up to 1 memory module can be selected from
among (256 MB), (512 MB), and (1 GB).
Here are the initial and maximum
memory capacities of your computer.
Initial memoryMax.Memory
capacitycapacity
256MB1280MB
When installing or removing memory, be
sure to turn off your computer and
disconnect the AC adapter to avoid
shock hazards.
Otherwise, you might get an electric
shock.
If a child swallows any small part
removed, such as the cover, cap or a
screw, he or she might be choked with
it. To avoid the danger of suffocation,
keep them out of the reach of small
children.
In the event a baby or child has
swallowed such an object, consult the
doctor immediately.
Certain components around the memory
slots become very hot.
Do not try to install or remove memory
immediately after turning off the
computer. Otherwise, you might get
burned.
When installing or removing a memory
module, hold it by the edge so as not to
touch any contacts or IC. Also, be careful
not to touch internal components or
terminals of the computer. Touching
these parts with oily fingers could result
in a poor connection.
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Memory is composed of static-sensitive
parts and it is easily broken by static
electricity built up in a human body.
Before handling memory, always touch
an appropriate metal object to discharge
static electricity from your body.
When installing or removing memory, be
sure to turn off your computer in
advance.
If you install or remove memory with the
computer placed in standby or
hibernation mode, data could become
lost or the computer or memory could
be damaged.
Do not touch internal components
unnecessarily. Doing so might cause
damage to your computer.
Do not drop unnecessary objects such
as computer components into the main
unit of the personal computer. Doing so
might cause damage to your computer.
1. Turn off the computer and disconnect the
AC adapter from it.
User-Installable Features
4. Raise the tab of the keyboard in the
direction of the arrow mark, and lightly pull
it in the direction of LCD display.
Ta b
If the keyboard does not move after the
tab of the keyboard is raised, remove
the two screws fixing the keyboard from
the main unit of the personal computer.
Then, raise the tab to move the
keyboard. To set the keyboard back to
the original position, be sure to tighten
the screws.
5. Carefully raise the keyboard to open.
Keyboard
2. Remove the internal battery pack.
3. Raise the cover by sliding to the left.
Cover
(Windows that appear vary depending on the
computer and situation.)
Expansion RAM
module slot
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6. Install memory.
Open the slot cover, align the notch in the
memory module with the projection on the
connector, insert the memory diagonally into
the slot, and push down the memory until it
clicks into place.
CoverNotch in the memory
8. Attach the cover removed in step 3.
Cover
9. Install the internal battery pack.
Perform step 4 in the “Changing the internal
battery pack” section.
7. Gently lower the keyboard.
Align the tab of the keyboard with the tab
slot of the main unit of the personal computer
and close so that the cable is not be pinched
between the keyboard and the main unit of
the personal computer.
keyboard
Tabs on the keyboard
After installing the memory, check the
memory capacity of your computer to
make sure the memory is installed
correctly.
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User-Installable Features
Checking the memory
capacity
If the memory is not installed correctly,
the error message “Expansion memory
error” or another message will be
displayed when you turn on the
computer for the first time after installing
the memory.
In that case, press the power supply
button for more than 4 seconds. Turn off
the power to the computer. Then install
the memory again.
1. Turn on the computer.
2. Click the “Start” button and select
“Control Panel.”
The “Control Panel” window appears.
3. Click “Performance and Maintenance,”
and then “System.”
The “System Properties” dialog box appears.
4. Check if the circled numerical value in the
figure below has increased by the size of
memory you added.
The System Properties dialog box appears.
Memory capacity
In this example, 256 MB of memory has been
added to a computer that originally had 256
MB of memory.
The memory of this computer is displayed 8
MB to less because part of memories is used
for the memory for graphics.
Memory may be indicated 1 MB less
depending on the system you use.
5. Click OK.
The Performance and Maintenance window
appears again.
If the numerical value displayed does not
watch with the memory capacity of your
computer, check if the memory is
installed correctly.
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Changing memory
1. Turn off the computer and disconnect the
AC adapter from it.
2. Remove the internal battery pack.
3. Raise the cover by sliding to the left.
Cover
(Windows that appear vary depending on the
computer and situation.)
4. Raise the tab of the keyboard in the
direction of the arrow mark, and lightly
pull it in the direction of LCD display.
Ta b
If the keyboard does not move after the
tab of the keyboard is raised, remove
the two screws fixing the keyboard from
the main unit of the personal computer.
Then, raise the tab and move the
keyboard. To set the keyboard back to
the original position, be sure to tighten
the screws.
5. Carefully raise the keyboard to open.
Keyboard
Expansion RAM
module slot
6. Remove memory.
Remove the slot cover and remove the hook
on each side from the memory module. The
memory comes up slightly. Then, pull the
memory diagonally up to detach it from the
slot.
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Hook
User-Installable Features
7. Install new memory.
Insert the memory diagonally into the slot
with the notch in the memory module aligned
with the projection on the connector, and
push the memory down until it clicks into
place.
CoverNotch in the memory
8. Gently lower the keyboard.
Align the tab of the keyboard with the tab slot
of the main unit of the personal computer and
close so that the cable is not be pinched
between the keyboard and the main unit of
the personal computer.
keyboard
9. Attach the cover removed in step 3.
Cover
10. Install the internal battery pack.
After changing the memory, check the
memory capacity of your computer to
make sure the memory is installed
correctly.
Tabs on the keyboard
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Your LifeBook notebook is sturdy and subject to
few problems in the field. However, you may
encounter simple setup or operating problems
that you can solve on the spot, or problems with
peripheral devices that you can solve by replacing
the device. The information in this section helps
you isolate and resolve some of these
straightforward problems and identify failures that
require service.
Identifying the Problem
If you encounter a problem, go through the
following procedure before pursuing complex
troubleshooting:
1. Turn off your LifeBook notebook.
2. Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into
your LifeBook notebook and to an active AC
power source.
3. Make sure that any card installed in the PC
Card slot is seated properly. You can also
remove the card from the slot, thus
eliminating it as a possible cause of failure.
4. Make sure that any devices connected to the
external connectors are plugged in properly.
You can also disconnect such devices, thus
eliminating them as possible causes of failure.
5. Turn on your LifeBook notebook. Make sure
it has been off at least 10 seconds before
you turn it on.
6. Go through the boot sequence.
7. If the problem has not been resolved, refer
to the Troubleshooting Table that follows for
more detailed troubleshooting information.
8. If you have tried the solutions suggested in
the Troubleshooting Table without success,
contact your support representative.
Before you place the call, you should have the
following information ready so that the customer
support representative can provide you with the
fastest possible solution:
• Product name
• Product configuration number
• Product serial number
• Purchase date
• Conditions under which the problem occurred
• Any error messages that have occurred
• Hardware configuration
• Type of device connected, if any
See the Configuration Label on the bottom of your
LifeBook notebook for configuration and serial
numbers.
Specific Problems
Using the Troubleshooting Table
When you have problems with your LifeBook
notebook, try to find the symptoms under the
Problem column of the troubleshooting table for
the feature giving you difficulty. You will find a
description of common causes for that symptom
under the column Possible Cause and what, if
anything, you can do to correct the condition
under Possible Solutions. All possible causes or
solutions may not apply to your LifeBook
notebook.
If you keep notes about what you have
tried, your support representative may
be able to help you more quickly by giving
additional suggestions over the phone.
Do not return a failed LifeBook notebook
to your supplier until you have talked to
a support representative.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Table
ProblemPossible CausePossible Solution
Audio Problem
There is no sound
coming from the
bulit-in speakers
The software volume
control is set too low.
Adjust the sound volume control settings in
your software, operating system and
applications.
Headphones are plugged
into your LifeBook
notebook.
BIOS audio settings
are incorrect.
Software driver is not
configured correctly.
Optical Drive Problems
LifeBook notebook
fails to recognize
media discs.
The disc is not pushed
down onto raised center
circle of the drive.
Media player tray is not
latched shut.
Setup utility is set to
something other than
media player or Auto for
Secondary Master
Controller.
Wrong drive designator
was used for media player
in the application.
Plugging in headphones disables the built-in
speakers, remove the headphones.
Set the BIOS setup utility to the default values
within the Multimedia Device Configuration
menu.
Refer to your application and operating system
documentation for help.
Open media player tray and re-install the
media disc properly.
Push on the front of the media player tray until
it latches.
Revise BIOS settings for the Secondary
Master Controller.
Verify the drive designator used by the
application is the same as the one used by the
operating system.
When the operating system is booted from a
media player, drive designators are
automatically adjusted.
Windows Media Player
auto insert notification
function is disabled.
Media disc is dirty or
defective.
Start the media player from the desktop or
application software or re-enable the Windows
media player auto insert notification function.
Wipe the disc with a non-abrasive CD cleaning
cloth and reinsert. It if still will not work try
another media disc in the drive.
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ProblemPossible CausePossible Solution
Optical Drive Problems
The Media Player
Access indicator on
the Status Indicator
Panel blinks at
regular intervals
when no disc is in
the tray or the
media drive is not
installed.
The Windows media
player auto insert
notification function is
active and is checking to
see if a media disc is
ready to run.
This is normal.
The media player
will not play
international DVD
titles
The LifeBook
notebook fails to
Auto-Play a DVD
movie.
The region code for the
DVD does not match that
of the media player.
The media player software
has not been installed.
All Fujitsu notebook DVD players are set to
play DVD titles with region code number 3,
which is specified for the Asia market. The
region number is a regional restriction code
defined by the DVD Forum acting on the
requirements of Hollywood. Different region
codes are recorded on video DVD titles for
publication in different areas of the world. If the
regional code of the DVD player does not
match the regional codes on the titles, then
playback is impossible.
NOTE: You can change the region code on the
DVD player using the Properties menu of the
DVD software. Note, however, that you can
only change the region code up to four times.
After the fourth change, the last region code
entered becomes permanent, and cannot be
changed.
Locate and install the DVD-ROM Applications
CD.
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Troubleshooting
ProblemPossible CausePossible Solution
Floppy Disk Drive Problems
You cannot access
your floppy disk.
You tried to write to a write
protected floppy disk.
Eject the floppy disk and set it to write enable.
Hard Drive Problems
You cannot access
your hard drive.
Floppy disk is not loaded
correctly.
BIOS setup utility states
Floppy
Disk Controller:
Disabled.
Security is set to protect
access to floppy disk data.
The setup utility is
incorrectly set for your
internal (Primary Master)
or optional second hard
drive (Primary Slave).
The wrong drive
designator was used by
an application when a
bootable CD-ROM was
used to start the LifeBook
notebook.
Security is set so your
operating system cannot
be started without a
password.
Eject floppy disk, check orientation and reinsert.
Revise the setup utility Main menu settings to
enable Diskette Controller.
Verify your password and security settings.
Revise BIOS settings to set both Primary
Master and Primary Slave correctly.
Verify drive designator used by application is
in use by the operating system. When the
operating system is booted from a CD, drive
designations are automatically adjusted.
Verify your password and security settings.
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ProblemPossible CausePossible Solution
Keyboard or Mouse Problems
The built-in
keyboard does not
seem to work.
The LifeBook notebook
has gone into Suspend
mode.
Push the Power/Suspend/Resume button.
You have installed
an external
keyboard or
mouse, and it does
not seem to work.
You have
connected an
external keyboard
or a mouse and it
seems to be
locking up the
system.
Memory Problems
Your Info menu of
the BIOS setup
utility information,
does not show the
correct amount of
installed memory.
Your application has
locked out your keyboard.
Your external device is not
properly installed.
Your operating system
software is not set up with
the correct software driver
for that device.
Your operating system
software is not set up with
the correct software driver
for that device.
Your system has crashed.
Your memory upgrade
module is not properly
installed.
You have a memory
failure.
Tr y to use your integrated pointing device to
restart your system. If this fails, turn your
LifeBook notebook off press the Power/
Suspend/Resume button for 10 seconds or
more, and then turn it back on.
Re-install your device.
Check your device and operating system
documentation and activate the proper driver.
Check your device and operating system
documentation and activate the proper driver.
Tr y to restart your LifeBook notebook. If this
fails, turn your LifeBook notebook off press the
Power/ Suspend/Resume button for 10
seconds or more, and then turn it back on.
Remove and re-install your memory upgrade
module.
Check for Power On Self Test (POST)
messages.
Modem Problems
Messages about
modem operation.
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Messages about modem
operation are generated
by whichever modem
application is in use.
See your application software documentation
for additional information.
Troubleshooting
ProblemPossible CausePossible Solution
USB, Parallel, or IR Device Problems
You have installed
a USB, parallel, or
IR device. Your
LifeBook notebook
does not recognize
the device, or the
device does not
seem to work
properly.
The device is not properly
installed.
The device may have
been installed while an
application was running,
so your LifeBook is not
aware of its installation.
Your software may not
have the correct software
driver active.
Remove and re-install the device.
Close the application and restart your
LifeBooknotebook.
See your software documentation and activate
the correct driver.
PC Card Problems
A card inserted in
the PC Card slot
does not work or is
locking up the
system.
You may have the wrong I/
O address selected for
your device.
Your device and another
device are assigned the
same I/O address.
Parallel port is set to
output only.
The card is not properly
installed.
The card may have been
installed while an
application was running,
so your LifeBook
notebook is not aware of
its installation.
Your software may not
have the correct software
driver active.
You may have the wrong I/
O address selected for
your PC Card device.
See your device documentation and software
docu mentation to determine the required I/O
address.
Change the settings in the BIOS setup utility.
Check all I/O addresses located within the
BIOS setup utility and any other installed
hardware or software to make sure there are
no duplications.
Check parallel port setting in the BIOS and set
to bi-directional or ECP.
Remove and re-install the card.
Close the application and restart your
LifeBook notebook.
See your software documentation and activate
the correct driver.
See your PC Card documentation to
determine the required I/O address. Change
the settings in the BIOS.
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ProblemPossible CausePossible Solution
PC Card Problems
A card inserted in
the PC Card slot
does not work or is
locking up the
system.
(continued)
Power Failures
Your PC Card device and
another device are
assigned the same I/O
address.
The card may have been
“removed” using the
Unplug or Eject Hardware
utility.
Check all I/O addresses located within the
BIOS setup utility and any other installed
hardware or software to make sure there are
no duplications.
If the Unplug or Eject Hardware utility has
been used to “remove” the PC card, the
system will not recognize the card, even if it is
still present in the slot. Physically remove the
card and reinstall it in the slot. If that is not
successful, reboot the system.
You turn on your
LifeBook notebook
and nothing seems
to happen.
The installed primary
battery is completely
discharged, there is no
optional second battery
installed or there is no
power adapter (AC
adapter) installed.
The primary battery is
installed but is faulty.
The battery or batteries
are low.
The power adapter (AC
adapter) is not plugged in
properly.
The power adapter (AC
adapter) has no power
from the AC outlet.
The power adapter (AC
adapter) is faulty.
Check the Status Indicator Panel to determine
the presence and condition of the batteries.
Install a charged battery or a power adapter.
Use the Status Indicator panel to verify the
presence and condition of the batteries. If a
battery is indicating a short, remove that
battery and operate from another power
source or replace that battery.
Check the Status Indicator Panel to determine
the presence and condition of the batteries.
Use a power adapter to operate until a battery
is charged or install a charged battery.
Verify that your adapter is connected correctly.
Move the AC cord to a different outlet, check
for a line switch or tripped circuit breaker for
the AC outlet.
Try a different power adapter or install a
charged optional second battery.
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Troubleshooting
ProblemPossible CausePossible Solution
Power Failures
Your LifeBook
notebook turns off
all by itself.
The power management
parameters are set for
auto timeouts which are
too short for your
operating needs.
Press any button on the keyboard, or move
the mouse to restore operation. If that fails,
push the Power/Suspend/Resume button.
Check your power management settings, or
close your applications and go to the Power
Options menu of the setup utility to adjust the
timeout values to better suit your operation
needs.
Your LifeBook
notebook will not
work on battery
alone.
The battery seems
to discharge too
quickly.
You are operating on
battery power only and
have ignored a low battery
alarm until the batteries
are all at the dead battery
state and your machine
has gone into Dead
Battery Suspend mode.
You have a battery failure.
Your power adapter has
failed or lost its power
source.
The installed battery is
dead.
No battery is installed.
The battery is improperly
installed.
Your installed battery is
faulty.
You are running an
application that uses a
great deal of power due to
frequent hard drive or
media player drive access,
use of a modem card or a
LAN PC card.
Install a power adapter or a charged battery,
then push the Power/Suspend/Resume button.
Verify the condition of the batteries using the
Status Indicator Panel, and replace or remove
any batteries that are shorted.
Make sure the adapter is plugged in and the
outlet has power.
Replace the battery with a charged one or
install a power adapter.
Install a charged battery.
Verify that the battery is properly connected by
re-installing it.
Verify the condition of the battery using the
Status Indicator panel and replace or remove
any battery that is shorted.
Use both the primary battery and/or use a
power adapter for this application when at all
possible.
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ProblemPossible CausePossible Solution
Power Failures
The battery seems
to discharge too
quickly.
The power savings
features may be disabled.
Check the power management and/or setup
utility settings in the Power Options menu and
adjust according to your operating needs.
(continued)
Shutdown and Startup Problems
The Power/
Suspend/ Resume
button does not
work.
The system
powers up and
displays power-on
information, but
fails to load the
operating system.
The brightness is turned
all the way up.
The battery is very old.
The battery has been
exposed to high
temperatures.
The battery is too hot or
too cold.
The Power/Suspend/
Resume button is disabled
from the Advanced
submenu of the Power
menu of the setup utility.
You did not hold the
button in long enough.
There may be a conflict
with the application
software.
The boot sequence
settings of the setup utility
are not compatible with
your configuration.
You have a secured
system requiring a
password to load your
operating system.
Turn down the brightness adjustment. The
higher the brightness the more power your
display uses.
Replace the battery.
Replace the battery.
Restore the LifeBook to normal operating
temperature. The Battery Charging icon on the
indicator panel will flash when the battery is
outside operating range.
Enable the button from the setup utility.
Hold the button longer. This may need to be a
few seconds if your application is preventing
the CPU from checking for button pushes.
Close all applications and try the button again.
Set the operating source by pressing the
[ESC] key while the Fujitsu logo is on screen
or use the [F2] key and enter the setup utility
and adjust the source settings from the Boot
menu.
Make sure you have the right password. Enter
the setup utility and verify the Security settings
and modify them accordingly.
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Troubleshooting
ProblemPossible CausePossible Solution
Shutdown and Startup Problems
The system
powers up and
displays power-on
information, but
fails to load the
operating system.
(continued)
Internal hard drive was
not detected.
Use the BIOS setup utility or Primary Master
submenu, located within the Main menu, to try
to auto detect the internal hard drive.
An error message
is displayed during
the LifeBook
notebook (boot)
sequence.
Your LifeBook
notebook appears
to change setup
parameters when
you start it.
Video Problems
Display is blank
when you turn on
the system.
Power On Self Test
(POST) has detected a
problem.
BIOS setup changes were
not saved when you made
them and exited the BIOS
setup utility returning it to
previous settings.
The BIOS CMOS hold-up
battery has failed.
Something is pushing on
the Closed Cover switch.
The LifeBook notebook is
set for an external monitor
only.
The angle and brightness
settings of the display are
not adequate for the
lighting conditions.
See Power On Self Test (POST) messages to
determine the meaning of the problem. Not all
messages are errors; some are status
indicators.
Make sure you select Save Changes And Exit
when exiting the BIOS setup utility.
Contact your support representative for
repairs.
This is not a user serviceable part.
Clear the Closed Cover switch.
Pressing [F10] while holding down the [Fn] key
allows you to change the destination of your
display video. Each time you press the
combination of keys you will step to the next
choice. The choices, in order, are: built-in
display only, external monitor only, both built-in
display and external monitor.
Move the display and the brightness control
until you have adequate visibility.
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ProblemPossible CausePossible Solution
Video Problems
Display is blank
when you turn on
the system.
(continued)
The power management
timeouts may be set for
very short intervals and
you failed to notice the
display come on and go
off again.
Press any button on the keyboard, or move
the mouse to restore operation. If that fails,
push the Power/Suspend/Resume button.
(The display may be shut off by Standy mode,
Auto Suspend or Video Timeout.)
The LifeBook
notebook turned
on with a series
of beeps and your
built-in display is
blank.
The display goes
blank by itself after
you have been
using it.
The built-in display
does not close.
The built-in display
has bright or dark
spots.
Power On Self Test
(POST) has detected a
failure which does not
allow the display to
operate.
The LifeBook notebook
has gone into Video
timeout, Standby mode,
Suspend mode or
Hibernation (Save-to-Disk)
mode because you have
not used it for a period of
time.
Something is pushing on
the Closed Cover switch.
The power management
timeouts may be set for
very short intervals and
you failed to notice the
display come on and go
off again.
A foreign object, such as a
paper clip, is stuck
between the display and
the keyboard.
If the spots are very tiny
and few in number, this is
normal for a large LCD
display.
Contact your support representative.
Press any button on the keyboard, or move
the mouse to restore operation. If that fails,
push the Power/Suspend/Resume button.
Check your power management settings, or
close your applications and go to the Power
Savings menu of the setup utility to adjust the
timeout values to suit your operation needs.
Check the Closed Cover switch.
Press any button on the keyboard, or move
the mouse to restore operation. If that fails,
push the Power/ Suspend/Resume button.
(The display may be shut off by Standby
Mode, Auto Suspend or Video Timeout.)
Remove all foreign objects from the keyboard.
This is normal; do nothing.
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Troubleshooting
ProblemPossible CausePossible Solution
Video Problems
The built-in display
has bright or dark
spots.
(continued)
If the spots are numerous
or large enough to
interfere with your
operation needs.
Display is faulty; contact your support
representative.
The application
display uses only a
portion of your
screen and is
surrounded by a
dark frame.
The Display is dark
when on battery
power.
You have
connected an
external monitor
and it does not
display any
information.
You have
connected an
external monitor
and it does not
come on.
You are running an
application that does not
support 800 x 600/1024 x
768 pixel resolution
display and display
compression is enabled.
The BatteryAid default is
set on low brightness to
conserve power.
Your BIOS setup is not set
to enable your external
monitor.
Your external monitor is
not properly installed.
Your operating system
software is not set up with
the correct software driver
for that device.
Your external monitor is
not compatible with your
LifeBook notebook.
Display compression gives a clearer but
smaller display for applications that do not
support 800 x 600 /1024 x 768 pixel
resolution. You can fill the screen but have less
resolution by changing your display
compression setting, (See the Video Features
submenu, located within the Advanced menu
of the BIOS.)
Press [Fn] + [F7] to increase brightness or
double-click on BatteryAid gauge and adjust
Power Control under battery settings.
Toggle the video destination by pressing [Fn]
and [F10] together, or check your BIOS setup
and enable your external monitor. (See Video
Features submenu, located within the
Advanced Menu of the BIOS.)
Reinstall your device.
Check your device and operating system
documentation and activate the proper driver.
See your monitor documentation and the
External Monitor Support portions of the
Specifications section.
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ProblemPossible CausePossible Solution
Video Problems
The Properties
section of the Intel
Graphics
Technology
window displays
an incorrect
amount of Video
RAM present.
Miscellaneous Problems
This is not a problem; it is
a result of UMA
technology.
The Intel graphics chipset uses Unified
Memory Architecture (UMA) which allows the
video chipset to share with the system’s main
memory.
The amount being used will vary with the
system needs, and the amount of video RAM
indicated will vary as well.
An error message
is displayed on the
screen during the
operation of an
application.
Application software often
has its own set of error
message displays.
See your application manual and help displays
screens for more information. Not all
messages are errors some may simply be
status.