Fujitsu LifeBook C352, LifeBook C360 User Guide

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
according to FCC Part 15
Responsible Party Name: Fujitsu PC Corporation
Address: 598 Gibraltar Drive
Milpitas, CA 95035
Telephone: (408) 935-8800
Declares that product: Model: LifeBook C352
LifeBook C360.
Complies with Part 15
of the FCC Rules.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operations is 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.
David Woo Fujitsu 4/11/99
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CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Fujitsu PC Corporation could void this user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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
The LifeBook™C Series notebook computers are
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 (5.0). 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. This equipment may not be used on coin service telephones provided by your telephone company. Connection to party lines is subject to state taris. Contact your state’s public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for more information.
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 oand 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 dierent circuit than the receiver.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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 o-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 Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
CET appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes les exigence du Réglement sur le matérial brouilleur du Canada.
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.
The LifeBook C Series notebook computers 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
PC Corporation 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.
The Load Number is 1.3.
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.
Avis Aux Utilisateurs Du Réseau Téléphonique Canadien
L’étiquette canadienne Industrie Canada identifie l’équipement certifié. Cette certification signifie que l’équipement satisfait certaines normes de protection, d’exploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de télécommunications. Le département ne garantit pas le fonctionnement de l’équipement à la satisfaction de l’utilisateur.
La série LifeBook C possède un modem interne conforme aux normes de certification d’Industrie Canada pour protéger les réseaux de télécommunications et satisfaire aux normes de sécurité. Avant de connecter cet équipement à une ligne téléphonique, l’utilisateur doit vérifier s’il est permis de connecter cet équipement aux installations de télécommunications locales. L’utilisateur est averti que même la conformité aux normes de certification ne peut dans certains cas empêcher la dégradation du service.
Les réparations de l’équipement de télécommunications doivent être eectuées par un service de maintenance agréé au Canada. Toute réparation ou modification, qui n’est pas expressément approuvée par Fujitsu PC Corp.,
CAUTION
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.
ou toute défaillance de l’équipement peut entraîner la compagnie de télécommunications à exiger que l’utilisateur déconnecte l’équipement de la ligne téléphonique.
Le code d’arrangement de connexion de cet équipement est CA11A.
Le numéro de charge est 1.3.
Le numéro de charge assigné à chaque terminal téléphonique indique le pourcentage de la charge totale pouvant être connecté à une boucle ou à un circuit téléphonique, utilisé par ce périphérique afin de prévenir toute surcharge. La terminaison d’une boucle peut être constituée de n’importe quelle combinaison de périphériques de sorte que le total de numéros de charge de tous les périphériques n’excède pas 100.
UL NOTICE (FOR AUTHORIZED REPAIR TECHNICIANS ONLY)
CAUTION: For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with the same type and rating fuse.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if CMOS battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instruction.
WARNING: CMOS and NiCAD batteries may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
AVERTISSEMENT
Pour assurer la sécurité, les utilisateurs doivent vérifier que la prise de terre du service d’électricité, les lignes télphoniques et les conduites d’eau métalliques sont connectées ensemble. Les utilisateurs NE doivent PAS tenter d’établir ces connexions eux-mêmes, mais doivent contacter les services d’inspection d’installations électriques appropriés ou un électricien. Ceci peut être particulièrement important en régions rurales.
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PREFACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi
SECTION ONE
SETTING UP YOUR LIFEBOOK C SERIES FROM FUJITSU
Unpacking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Overview of LifeBook C Series Features . . . . 3
Component Identification . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . . 6
Left-side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . 7
Right-side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . 7
Rear Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
SECTION TWO
STARTING YOUR LIFEBOOK C SERIES FOR THE FIRST TIME
Power Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Starting your LifeBook for the First Time . . 13
Registering your LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . 16
Learning About Your Operating System
and Application Software . . . . . . . . . . 17
SECTION THREE
USING YOUR LIFEBOOK C SERIES FROM FUJITSU
Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Restarting the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Status Indicator Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Integrated ErgoTrac Pointing Device . . . . . 29
Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Floppy Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
CD-ROM Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Hard Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Internal Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Data Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Pre-installed Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
SECTION FOUR
CONFIGURING YOUR LIFEBOOK C SERIES FROM FUJITSU
Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Identifying the Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
BIOS Setup Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Navigating Through the Setup Utility . . . . 51
Main Menu – Setting Standard
System Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Advanced Menu – Setting Device
Feature Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Security Menu – Setting the
Security Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
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Power Menu – Setting Power
Management Feature Controls . . . . . . . 85
Boot Menu – Selecting the
Operating System Source . . . . . . . . . . 93
Info Menu – Displaying Basic
System Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Exit Menu – Leaving the Setup Utility . . . . 99
Setting Up Your Save-To-Disk
File Allocation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
SECTION FIVE
USER INSTALLABLE FEATURES
Lithium ion Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Parallel Port Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Serial Port Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
USB Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Stereo Line In Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Telephone Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Mouse, Keyboard, or Keypad . . . . . . . . 111
External Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Theft Prevention Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Memory Upgrade Module. . . . . . . . . . 112
SECTION SIX
TROUBLESHOOTING
Identifying the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Power On Self Test Messages . . . . . . . . 138
Emergency CD-ROM
Tray Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Modem Setup and Commands . . . . . . . 141
Recovery CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
SECTION SEVEN
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Caring for Your Notebook . . . . . . . . . . 146
Increasing Battery Life . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Caring for Your Batteries . . . . . . . . . . 147
APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
LifeBook C Series Specifications . . . . . . 150
Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Popular Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
APPENDIX B GLOSSARY
Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
INDEX
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
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Preface
Preface
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PREFACE
The LifeBook C Series from Fujitsu PC Corporation is a powerful notebook computer. It is powered by an Intel Pentium
®
II or Celeron microprocessor, has an XGA or SVGA color TFT display, a built-in floppy drive, a CD-ROM drive and an internal 56K modem with v.90 support. The LifeBook C Series brings the computing power of desktop personal comput­ers (PCs) to a portable environment.
This manual explains how to operate your LifeBook C Series’ hardware and built-in system software. The LifeBook C Series is compatible with the IBM
®
PC AT. It comes
with Windows 98 pre-installed.
A LifeBook C Series notebook has a powerful interface that enables it to support a variety of optional features and software. (Figure P-1.)
CONVENTIONS USED IN THE GUIDE
Screen examples in this manual are intended as examples only, and screen and file names may dier in actual use.
Messages displayed by the LifeBook C Series appear in Courier type. Example: Shutdown the computer?
Keyboard keys are shown in boldface Helvetica type. Example: Fn, F1, Esc, and Ctrl.
Pages with additional information about a spe­cific topic are cross-referenced within the text. Example: (See page xx.)
POINT
The point icon highlights information that will enhance your understanding of the subject material.
CAUTION
The caution icon highlights information that is important for your safety, the safe operation of your computer, or the integrity of your files. Please read all caution information carefully.
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Figure P-1 LifeBook C Series
with Samples of Fujitsu and
Third Party Options and Accessories
Setting Up Your LifeBook C Series
Section One
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Overview of LifeBook C Series Features . . . . 3
Component Identification . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . . 6
Left-side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . 7
Right-side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . 7
Rear Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
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Section One
SETTING UP YOUR LIFEBOOK C SERIES FROM FUJITSU
This section describes how to set up your LifeBook C Series from Fujitsu. We strongly recommend that you read it before using your notebook – even if you are already familiar with notebook computers.
UNPACKING
When you receive your notebook, unpack it carefully, and compare the parts you have received with the items listed below.
For a standard configuration you should have:
LifeBook C Series notebook from Fujitsu.
(Figure 1-1.)
Product Registration card.
Lithium ion battery. (Already installed in the battery bay of your notebook.)
AC adapter with AC power cord (located in the Accessories box). (Figure 1-2.)
Phone/ Modem(RJ-11) telephone cable (located in the Accessories box).
Getting Started Guide.
Accessories Catalog.
User’s Guide.
Microsoft Windows 98 Guide.
Microsoft Works Guide.
International Limited Warranty Brochure.
Recovery CD-ROM (located in the Accessories box).
Additional documentation.
Once you have checked and confirmed that your notebook system is complete, read through the following pages to learn about all of your LifeBook’s components.
Figure 1-1 LifeBook C Series Notebook
Figure 1-2 AC Adapter Unit
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OVERVIEW OF LIFEBOOK C SERIES FEATURES
The LifeBook C Series is a compact, yet powerful notebook computer available with standard features including: (See Appendix A,
pages 150–153, for detailed information on individual models.)
333MHz Intel Pentium II processor (C360) or 333MHz Intel Celeron processor (C352).
64MB SDRAM standard, expandable to 128MB(C360) or 32MB SDRAM standard, expandable to 96MB(C352).
13.3" XGA TFT color display(C360), or
12.1" SVGA TFT color display(C352).
2MB video RAM.
Built-in 4.3 GB hard drive.
Lithium ion battery.
Internal 56K fax/data/voice modem with v.90 support.
Full audio and video features:
16-bit SoundBlaster Pro-compatible sound chip.
Zoomed Video support for full motion video acceleration.
Built-in stereo speakers.
Built-in mono microphone.
Stereo line in jack.
Stereo headphone jack.
Microphone jack.
Combination PC card slot accommodates 2 Type II or 1 Type III Cards.
Integrated ErgoTrac™ pointing device for superb cursor control and comfort.
External monitor support with simultaneous display capabilities.
Full-size keyboard with three dedicated Windows keys.
Hot swappable PS/2 port for external components.
CAUTION
The internal modem is designed to the ITU-T V.90 standard. Its maximum speed of 53000bps is the highest allowed by FCC, and its actual connection rate depends on the line conditions. The maximum speed is 33600bpd at upload.
CAUTION
The internal modem is not intended for use with Digital PBX systems. Do not connect the internal modem to a digital PBX as it may cause serious damage to the internal modem or your entire note­book. Consult your PBX manufacturer’s documentation for details. Some hotels have Digital PBX systems. Be sure to find out BEFORE you connect your modem.
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Standard user install software:
AOL Free Trial.
CompuServe.™
AT&T WorldNet.™
Prodigy Internet
Netscape® Communicator.
USB device support.
Standard pre-installed software:
Microsoft Windows 98 operating system.
LapLink for file transfers. (Cable not provided.)
Microsoft Works for business applications including word processing, spreadsheets and databases.
Quicken Basic 99 for money management.
PC-Doctor for system diagnostics.
PMSet 98 for system power management.
McAfee VirusScan for virus protection.
Adobe Acrobat Reader.
ESS AudioRack™ for playback of Audio CD and other Audio Controls.
POINT
This unit does not come pre-installed with the Windows 95 or Windows NT operating systems. Windows 98 is the only operating system supported on your notebook.
POINT
Windows 98 comes pre-installed with Internet Explorer 4.01.
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Figure 1-3 LifeBook C352 with Display Open
Display Panel
Status Indicator Panel
Keyboard
ErgoTrac Pointing Device
CD-ROM Drive
Closed Cover Switch
Built-in Microphone
Display Panel Latch
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
For detailed specifications refer to Appendix A on pages 150–153.
Brightness Control
Power and Suspend/Resume Button
Floppy Disk Drive
Left Speaker
Right Speaker
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TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTS
Display Panel Latch
This latch locks and releases the display panel. When the display panel is released it pops up slightly to make it easier to open. (Figure 1-3.)
Display Panel
This is a color LCD panel with back lighting for the display of text and graphics. (Figure 1-3.)
Brightness Control
The brightness control adjusts the overall intensity of the display panel back lighting.
(Figure 1-3.)
Built-in Microphone
The built-in microphone allows mono audio input to your notebook. (Figure 1-3.)
Status Indicator Panel
An LCD display of the status of the power state and source, Suspend mode, battery charge, floppy disk drive activity, hard drive activity, CD-ROM drive activity, PC Card activity, CapsLock, NumLk and Scr Lk. (Figure 1-3.)
Power and Suspend/Resume Button
The Power button allows you to power on your notebook, suspend notebook activity without powering off, resume your notebook from suspend mode, and power off your notebook. This multi-function button acts as both the suspend/resume control and the power switch.
(See page 20 for more information on the power button.) (Figure 1-3.)
Left and Right Speakers
The built-in dual speakers output stereo sound from the notebook.
(Figure 1-3.)
Closed Cover Switch
The closed cover switch turns off the LCD back lighting when the display panel is closed, thus saving power. To change the functionality of this switch, adjust the settings in the Advanced Features submenu of the Power menu in the BIOS Setup Utility.
(See pages 91-92.) (Figure 1-3.)
Keyboard
A full-size keyboard with dedicated Windows keys for input into the notebook.
(Figure 1-3.)
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ErgoTrac Pointing Device
The integrated ErgoTrac pointing device is composed of a short, comfortable, dish-shaped finger mouse and two buttons. Its button-like shape is both responsive and comfortable for your finger when rocked gently. (Figure 1-3.)
CD-ROM drive
A 24x maximum CD-ROM drive.
(Figure 1-3.)
LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS
PC Card Slots
The PC Card Slots allow you to install two Type II PC Cards or one Type III PC Card. (See pages
108-110 for more information on PC Cards.)
The button to the left of the card slots locks the card(s) in place, and the buttons to the right of the slots eject the card(s) from the slots.
(Figure 1-4.)
RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS
Volume Control
The volume control is a knob which provides manual control of the sound level of all audio output from your notebook. (Figure 1-5.)
Headphone Jack
You can connect headphones or powered external speakers to the headphone jack. (Figure 1-5.)
Stereo Line In Jack
The stereo line in jack allows you to connect an external audio source to your notebook, like an audio cassette player. This jack will not support an external microphone. (Figure 1-5.)
Figure 1-4 LifeBook C Series Left-side Panel
PC Card Eject Buttons
PC Card SlotsPC Card Lock
Figure 1-5 LifeBook C Series Right-side Panel
Stereo Line In Jack
Microphone Jack
PS/2 Port
Volume Control
Headphone Jack
Floppy Disk Drive
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CAUTION
The internal modem is not intended for use with Digital PBX systems. Do not connect the internal modem to a digital PBX as it may cause serious damage to the internal modem or your entire note­book. Consult your PBX manufacturer’s documentation for details. Some hotels have Digital PBX systems. Be sure to find out BEFORE you connect your modem.
Parallel Port
The parallel port allows you to connect parallel devices, such as a parallel printer to your notebook. (This is also sometimes referred to as an LPT port.) (Figure 1-6.)
Microphone Jack
The microphone jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone. (Figure 1-5.)
Floppy Disk Drive
The floppy disk drive provides removable data storage. (Figure 1-5.)
PS/2 Port
The port allows you to connect an external PS/2 keyboard, mouse, or numeric keypad. (Figure 1-5.)
REAR PANEL COMPONENTS
Reset Button
The Reset button is for restarting your note­book in the event that your operating system has halted and cannot be restarted by the CTRL+ALT+DEL keys. (Figure 1-6.)
CAUTION
There are also software volume controls. The knob setting and the software settings will interact. Be sure to check both the software volume control and the knob on your notebook if you are experiencing problems. (See Volume Control on page
33 for more information.)
Figure 1-6 LifeBook C Series Rear Panel
Reset Button
Parallel Port
Serial Port
Cooling Fan
External Monitor Port
Modem(RJ-11) Jack
DC Power Jack
USB Port
Anti-theft Lock Slot
DC Power Jack
The DC power jack allows you to plug in the AC adapter or the optional auto/airline adapter to power the notebook and charge the internal Lithium ion Battery. (Figure 1-6.)
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BOTTOM COMPONENTS
Main Unit and Configuration Label
This label shows the model number and other information about your notebook. In addition the configuration portion of the label has the
serial number and manufacturer information that you will need to give your support repre­sentative so that he or she can help you. It iden­tifies the exact version of various components of your notebook. (Figure 1-7.)
Lithium ion Battery Bay
The Battery Bay contains the internal Lithium ion Battery. It can be opened for the removal of the Battery when stored over a long period of time or for swapping a discharged battery with a charged Lithium ion Battery. (Figure 1-7.)
Serial Port
The serial port allows you to connect serial RS-232C devices, such as serial printers or serial scanners. (This is also sometimes referred to as a COM port.) (Figure 1-6.)
External Monitor Port
This port allows you to connect an external VGA or SVGA CRT monitor. (Figure 1-6.)
USB Port
The USB port allows you to connect Universal Serial Bus devices, such as external game pads, pointing devices, keyboards and speakers.
(Figure 1-6.)
Modem(RJ-11) Jack
This is the jack for attaching a telephone line to the internal modem. (Figure 1-6.)
Anti-theft Lock Slot
This is a slot that allows you to attach a option­al physical lock down device. (Figure 1-6.)
Lithium ion Battery Bay
Main Unit and Configuration Label
Figure 1-7 LifeBook C Series Bottom View
Starting Your LifeBook C Series from Fujitsu
Section Two
Power Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Starting your LifeBook for the First Time . . . 13
Registering your LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . 16
Learning About Your Operating System
and Application Software. . . . . . . . . . 17
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SECTION TWO
STARTING YOUR LIFEBOOK C SERIES FROM FUJITSU
This section describes the initial power on and setup of your notebook. It provides informa­tion on power sources, powering on, shutting down, initial software setup and the registration of your LifeBook C Series.
POWER SOURCES
Your notebook has three possible power sources: the internal Lithium ion battery; the AC adapter; or an optional auto/airline adapter.
Connecting the Power Adapters
The AC adapter or an optional auto/airline adapter provides power for operating your notebook and charging the battery.
(Figure 1-2.)
To Connect the AC Adapter
1. Plug the DC Output cable of the AC
adapter into the DC Power jack on the rear panel of your notebook. (Figure 2-1.)
Figure 2-1 Connecting the AC Adapter
2. Plug the AC adapter into an AC electrical outlet.
To Connect the Optional Auto/airline Adapter
1. Plug the DC Output cable into the DC Power jack on the rear panel of your notebook.
2. Plug the auto/airline adapter plug into the cigarette lighter or accessory plug of a car or other vehicle with the ignition key in the On or the Accessories position or into the DC Power jack on an airplane seat.
To Switch From AC Adapter Power To Battery Power
1. Be sure that you have a charged or partially charged battery installed.
2. Remove the AC or auto/airline adapter from the DC Power jack.
CAUTION
The internal Lithium ion battery is not charged when you purchase your note­book. Initially you will need to connect the AC adapter or the auto/airline adapter to use it. If you purchase a second Lithium ion battery it will not be charged when you get it. You will need to charge it prior to use. It can take up to three (3) hours to charge the battery if your notebook is turned off or is in Suspend mode. If your notebook is in use it can take up to nine (9) hours or more to charge a battery.
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DISPLAY PANEL
Opening the Display Panel
Lifting the latch releases the top of the display panel from the front of the notebook body. When the display panel is released it pops up slightly to make it easier to open. Lift the dis­play panel backward until the screen is at a comfortable viewing angle. (Figure 2-2.)
POINT
The higher the brightness level, the more power the notebook will consume and the faster your battery will discharge. For maximum battery life, make sure that the brightness is set as low as possible.
STARTING YOUR LIFEBOOK FOR THE FIRST TIME
Power On
The Power Button is located above your key­board to the right of the Status Indicator Panel. This button is always used to Power On your notebook from its Off state. Once you have connected your AC adapter or have charged your internal Lithium ion Battery, you can press this button to Power On your notebook.
Figure 2-2 Opening the Display Panel
CAUTION
When you turn on your notebook be sure you have a power source. This means that the internal Lithium ion Battery is installed and charged, or that the AC adapter or the auto/airline adapter is connected and has power.
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When powered On, your notebook carries out a Power On Self Test (POST) to check the inter­nal parts and configuration. If a fault is found a short series of beeps will sound and/or an error message will be displayed. (See Troubleshooting on pages 138-140.) Depending on the nature of the problem you may be able to continue by starting the operating system or by entering the setup utility and revising the settings.
After satisfactory completion of the Power On Self Test (POST) your notebook will load your operating system. (See Boot Menu on pages 87-90 to see which kind of disk will be the source.)
Figure 2-3 Power On
CAUTION
Do not carry your notebook around with the power on or subject it to shocks or vibration, as you risk damaging your notebook.
through the condition of use process. You must complete this initial process before you will be able to use your notebook. (If you wish to access the BIOS setup utility before you go through the condition of use process you must
press the F2 key while the Fujitsu logo is still visible. If you press the Esc key while the
Fujitsu logo is still present you will get a dialog box which will allow you to select which drive is to be used for finding the operating system.) If you turn off the power without using the on screen Cancel b utton you will get an error message when you start your notebook again.
Condition of Use Process
The first time you start your notebook you
must confirm your acceptance of the copyright limitations for your pre-installed software. After you complete the Condition of Use process these screens will not appear again.
Booting the System
We strongly recommend that you not attach any other external devices and do not put any CD or floppy disk in your drives until you have gone through the initial power on sequence.
When you turn on your notebook for the first time, it will display a Fujitsu logo on the screen. If you do nothing the system will read the hard drive for the operating system software, flash the notebook configuration information on the screen, and then the Windows 98 Setup Wizard Screen will appear. You will then be stepped
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You cannot use your notebook until this Condition of Use process is completed. The bottom of each screen has a <Back button, a Next> Button and a Cancel button which are activated by the integrated ErgoTrac cursor control and button click. The <Back button will return you to the previous screen. The Next> button activates any choices or information you have entered and takes you on to the next screen. The Cancel button allows you to stop the setup process.
If you stop the process your notebook will start up at the beginning of the Windows 98 Setup Wizard.
The screens you will be required to respond to are described with the required action.
User Information
Fill in your name and your company name as you want the software licensed. To step from the name field to the company field press the Tab key. When the information has been entered click on the Next> button. You will not be allowed to continue until you make an entry.
License Agreement
Read the license agreement carefully. You can scroll through the text using the integrated ErgoTrac or TouchPad pointing device to acti­vate the scroll bar or use the up arrow Õ and down arrow Ô keys to move up and down the text one line at a time, or use the Page Up and Page Down keys to move the text one screen at a time. When you finish reading you must accept or reject the terms of the agreement and then click on the Next> button.
Product Key
Look in the box that your notebook came in and you will find a Windows 98 Certificate of Authenticity shrink wrapped with the Windows
98 Users manual. On the certificate you will find a bar-code with a number above it. This is your product key and the number you should enter on the Product Key screen. When you have entered the number exactly as shown then click on the Next> b utton.
Start Wizard
The Start Wizard screen will appear when you have entered a valid product key. When you click on the Finish button the display will flash various screens as the system identifies what hardware is installed.
Time Zone
When your notebook has completely identified all of the installed hardware, it will display a dialog box for entering which time zone you wish to set the clock to.
POINT
If you reject the terms of the license agreement you will be asked to review the license agreement for information on returning Windows 98 or to shut down your notebook.
How do I register?
By modem, fax, mail, telephone, or on the web. With Windows 98, you can access the Softbank E-Registration program by selecting the
Register Now option in the Welcome to Windows 98 wizard menu. This menu appears
the first time you start Windows 98 after com­pleting the Condition of Use process. To access the Welcome to Windows 98 wizard anytime, double-click on the Welcome to Windows 98 icon on your desktop.
You may also complete the pre-printed registration form and either:
fax it to 1-949-450-9140
or mail it to: Fujitsu PC Corporation
15355 Barranca Pkwy Irvine, CA 92618-9520
or call: 1-800-8fujitsu (1-800-838-5487)
You may also register on our website: www.8fujitsu.com. You will need to be set up with an Internet Service Provider(ISP) to use this option.
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Printer Setup
When the time zone setup is complete, a dialog box will appear for selecting which printer is to be attached to your notebook. You do not have to select a printer at this time. If you do not wish to select a printer, click on the Cancel button. If you do wish to select a printer click on the Next b utton and answer the questions.
Welcome to Windows 98
When you boot into Windows 98 for the first time, you will see a Welcome to Windows 98 dialog box with several options. Select the first option, Register Now, to register your LifeBook C Series notebook.
POINT
You will find a Emergency Recovery CD-ROM packet in your accessories box. Please store the packet in a safe place in case there is a loss of data and it becomes necessary to re-install your operating system and/or application programs. (See Restoring Your Pre-
installed Software from the Recovery CD-ROM on page 142.)
REGISTERING YOUR LIFEBOOK
What are the benefits of registering?
You will receive an identification label for your LifeBook, which, if your LifeBook is ever lost, may help in getting it returned to you. You also receive priority Personal Identification Number (PIN), technical support access and useful product mailings. Proof of purchase is not required if you register within 30 days of your purchase.
POINT
Windows 98 will briefly initialize a system device before displaying the Windows desktop for the first time.
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LEARNING ABOUT YOUR OPERATING SYSTEM AND APPLICATION SOFTWARE
Tutorials
All operating systems and most software appli­cations have tutorials built-in. We highly rec­ommend that you step through the tutorial before you use an application even if you are familiar with the same application on a different machine, an earlier version of the application, or a similar product.
Manuals
In the accessories box you will find manuals for Windows 98.
Software manuals of pre-installed software are available online. See the help screens of your pre-installed software. We recommend that you review the on-line documentation for general information on the use of these applications and to get a basic understanding of what is covered and how it is organized, should questions arise as you use the applications.
Links to Fujitsu On-line
You can go directly to the Fujitsu Accessories catalog for your notebook by clicking on the LifeBook Accessories Website option from the Windows Start menu. This will take you to the Web site for Fujitsu Lifebook accessories.
You can also reach the Fujitsu Service and Support Web site on-line by choosing the Service & Support option in the Service and Support folder in the Windows Start menu. Alternately, you may call: 1-800-8fujitsu (1-800-838-5487)
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Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Restarting the System . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Status Indicator Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Integrated ErgoTrac Pointing Device . . . . . 29
Using the Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Volume Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Floppy Disk Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
CD-ROM Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Internal Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Data Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Pre-installed Software . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
SECTION THREE
USING YOUR LIFEBOOK C SERIES FROM FUJITSU
This section describes the indicators, buttons, connections, operating modes, and software of your LifeBook C Series and their uses.
POWER BUTTON
The power button is located above the key­board to the right of the Status Indicator Panel. (See Figure 3-1.) It is used like a switch to turn your notebook on and off. It also can suspend and resume your notebook. (For more informa-
tion on suspend and resume features see Power Management pages 38-42.)
You can use the power button to turn on your notebook, to resume from Standby or Save-to­Disk mode, to place you notebook in Standby or Save-to-Disk mode or to shut down and power off. You can also turn off your note­book by choosing Shut Down from the Windows 98 Start menu. (For the Power
On procedure see Section Two, page 13.)
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Shutting down your notebook from Windows 98 lets your notebook shut down operations, and turn off the power in the proper sequence to prevent errors. The sequence is:
1. Go to the Start button menu.
Power Off
Before turning off the power by choosing Shut Down from the Windows 98 Start menu or pressing the power button, check that the Hard Drive, CD-ROM, PC Card and the Floppy Disk Drive Access indicators are all Off. (See Figure 3-3, page 22.) If you turn off the power while accessing a disk or PC Card, there is a risk of loss of data. To ensure that your notebook shuts down without error, use the Windows 98 shut down procedure. You can also power Off your notebook by pressing the power button down for four seconds when you are in the sus­pend mode. If you are not in suspend mode,
you will need to press the power button once quickly to enter suspend mode, in order to use this method. This is similar to turning a power switch to Off. This method is only recommend­ed if you cannot restart your computer with the CTRL + ALT + DEL keys.
CAUTION
Never turn your notebook off while an application is running. Be sure to close all files, exit all applications and shut down your operating system prior to turning off the power with the Power Button. If files are open when you power off, you will lose any changes that have not been saved, and may cause disk errors.
Figure 3-1 The Power Button
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POINT
If you are going to store your notebook for an extended period of time, take the following precautions:
1. Remove any CD and/or floppy disk.
2. Shut down with Windows 98 to power Off your notebook.
3. Close your notebook display panel.
4. Disconnect the AC adapter.
5. Remove the battery and store it separately in a cool dry place.
1. Go to the Start button menu.
2. Click on Shut Down.
3. Click on Restart.
4. Verify that Restart is selected and click on Yes.
Windows 98 will shutdown and restart your notebook.
POINT
In Windows 98 pressing the Ctrl+Alt+Del keys simultaneously triggers the Shut Down submenu of the Start menu.
CAUTION
Turning off the power without exiting Windows 98 may cause an error when you start the next time. Turning the power to On when it has been Off for less than 10 seconds may also cause an error when you start the next time.
Figure 3-2 Using the reset button
Reset Button
The Reset button is located on the rear panel to the left of the DC Power jack. This hardware reset button should only be used when your notebook has locked up and you are unable to restart the system using the standard procedure. To use this reset button, take the tip of a pen or a straightened paper clip, depress the button and release it immediately. This will perform a hard reset which is similar to powering off your notebook and then powering it back on.
2. Click on Shut down.
3. Verify that Shut down is selected and click on Yes.
RESTARTING THE SYSTEM FROM WINDOWS 98
When you are in Windows 98 and you wish to restart your system, be sure that you follow this procedure.
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