Fujitsu LifeBook C4235 User Guide
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
according to FCC Part 15
Responsible Party Name: Fujitsu PC Corporation
Address: 5200 Patrick Henry Drive
Santa Clara, CA 95054
Telephone: (408) 982-9500
Declares that: LifeBook C Series Configuration:
LifeBook C-6557
LifeBook C-6537
LifeBook C-6177
LifeBook C-4235
Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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.
LifeBook C Series
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
Fujitsu PC Corporation 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 Fujitsu LifeBook notebook may be supplied with
an internal modem which complies with Part 68 of the
FCCrules.Onthisnotebookisalabelthatcontainsthe
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. This equipment may
not be used on coin-operated telephones provided by
your telephone company. Connection to party lines is
subject to state tariffs. Contact your state’spublicutility
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.
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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.
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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.
CET appareil numériquedelaclassBrespectetoutes
les exigence du Réglement sur le matérial brouilleur
du Canada.
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 0.3.
TheLoadNumberassignedtoeachtelephoneterminal
device denotes the percentage of the total load to be
connected to a telephone loop or circuit which is used by
thedevicetopreventoverloading.Theterminationona
loop may consist of any combination of devices such
that the total of the load numbers of all devices does not
exceed 100.
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.
Notice to Users of the CanadianTelephone 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.
Fujitsu LifeBook 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.
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 départementnegarantitpaslefonctionnement de l’équipement à la satisfaction de l’utilisateur.
La série LifeBookTM E possède un modem interne
conforme aux normes de certification d’Industrie
Canada pour protéger les réseaux de télécommunications et satisfaire aux normes de sécurité.Avantde
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.
LifeBook C Series
Les réparations de l’équipement de télécommunications
doivent être eVectuées par un service de maintenance
agréé au Canada. Toute réparation ou modification, qui
n’est pas expressément approuvée par Fujitsu PC Corp.,
ou toute défaillancedel’équipement peut entraîner la
compagniedetélécommunications à exiger que l’utili-
sateur déconnecte l’équipement de la ligne téléphonique.
Le code d’arrangement de connexion de cet équipement
est CA11A.
Le numéro de charge est 0.3.
Le numéro de charge assignéàchaque terminal téléphonique indique le pourcentage de la charge totale pouvant
être connectéàuneboucleouà un circuit téléphonique,
utilisé par ce périphériqueafindeprévenir toute
surcharge. La terminaison d’unebouclepeutêtre constituéeden’importequellecombinaisondepériphériques
de sorte que le total de numérosdechargedetousles
périphériques n’excède pas 100.
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 appropriésouunélectricien.Cecipeut
être particulièrement important en régions rurales.
UL Notice (For Authorized Repair Technicians Only)
CAUTION
For continued protection against risk of fire, replace
only with the same type and rating fuse.
Table of Contents
Fujitsu
®
LifeBook
™
C Series Notebook
Table of Contents
SECTION ONE
Preface
AboutThisGuide......................... 3
FujitsuPCContactInformation .............. 3
Warranty............................... 3
SECTION TWO
Overview
Unpacking.............................. 7
LifeBookFeatures......................... 8
ValuableLifeBookSoftware................. 8
PopularAccessories ....................... 9
Locating the Controls
and Connectors
Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . ....... 10
Left-SidePanelComponents ............... 12
Right-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . ...... 13
RearPanelComponents................... 15
BottomComponents ..................... 16
Status Indicator Panel
PowerIndicator......................... 17
ACAdapterIndicator .................... 17
BatteryLevelIndicators................... 18
BatteryChargingIndicators................ 18
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Drive
AccessIndicator ..... ................... 18
Keyboard
UsingtheKeyboard...................... 20
NumericKeypad ........................ 20
Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........... 20
CursorKeys............................ 21
FunctionKeys .......................... 21
ErgoTrac Pointing Device
Clicking............................... 22
Double-Clicking......................... 23
Dragging.............................. 23
ErgoTracControlAdjustment............... 23
Volume Control
ControllingtheVolume................... 24
Setting the Hardware
VolumeControl......................... 24
LifeBook Application Panel
SelectorSwitch ......................... 25
Application Launch CD Player Buttons. . . . . . . . 25
LCDDisplay............................ 25
E-mailNotificationLED ................... 26
Hard Drive or Removable
MediaDriveAccessIndicator .............. 18
Floppy Disk Drive
AccessIndicator ........................ 19
PCCardAccessIndicators................. 19
NumLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . ............... 19
CapsLockIndicator...................... 19
ScrLkIndicator ......................... 19
LifeBook C Series
Configuring your LifeBook
ApplicationPanel........................ 26
Using the E-mail Notification LED: . . . . . . . .... 27
UsingtheCDPlayer...................... 27
DesktopControlPanel.................... 28
Pre-Installed Software
LearningAboutYourApplications........... 30
PCDoctor ............................. 30
LapLinkProfessional...................... 30
Quicken2000Basic...................... 30
McAfeeVirusScan ....................... 30
PMSet98.............................. 30
AdobeAcrobatReader.................... 30
IntelSpeedstep*......................... 30
LifeBookApplicationPanelSoftware ......... 30
SECTION THREE
Power Sources
ConnectingthePowerAdapters............. 33
Display Panel
OpeningtheDisplayPanel................. 34
AdjustingDisplayPanelBrightness........... 34
ClosingtheDisplayPanel.................. 34
Starting Your LifeBook
PowerOn ............................. 35
BootSequence.......................... 35
BIOSSetupUtility ....................... 35
Booting the System with Windows 98 . . . . . . . . 36
RegisteringYourLifeBook ................. 37
HardDiskTimeout....................... 40
Windows 98 Power Management . . . ........ 40
RestartingtheSystem .................... 40
PowerOff............................. 41
SECTION FOUR
Lithium ion Battery
RechargingtheBatteries .......... ........ 45
ReplacingtheBattery..................... 46
Floppy Disk Drive
LoadingaDisk.......................... 47
EjectingaDisk.......................... 47
PreparingaDiskforUse .................. 47
CD-ROM Drive
LoadingaCD........................... 48
RemovingaCD......................... 49
AutoInsertnotificationFunction............ 49
DVD/CD-ROM Drive
DVDPlayerSoftware..................... 50
LoadingaDVD/CD...................... 51
RemovingaDVD/CD .................... 51
UsingtheDVDPlayerSoftware............. 52
Using the DVD Player on
BatteryPower .......................... 52
AutoInsertNotificationFunction............ 53
PC Cards
Installing PC Cards . . . . . . . . ............... 54
RemovingPCCards...................... 55
Power Management
Suspend/ResumeButton .................. 38
SuspendMode.......................... 38
Save-to-Disk Mode . . .................... 38
IdleMode ............................. 40
StandbyMode.......................... 40
DisplayTimeout......................... 40
Memory Upgrade
Module
Installing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . . 56
Removing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . 57
Checking the Computer Recognition
ofNewMemoryCapacity................. 58
Table of Contents
Device Ports
Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack. . . . . . . ...... 59
ParallelPort............................ 59
SerialPort.............................. 59
PS/2Port.............................. 59
UniversalSerialBusPort................... 60
InfraredPort............................ 60
Wireless Infrared (IR) Mouse Receiver . . . . . . . . 60
Microphone Jack . . . . . . . . ................ 60
StereoLine-InJack....................... 60
Digital Audio-Out Connector. . . . . . . . ....... 61
Headphone Jack. . . . . . . . . ................ 61
ExternalMonitorPort..................... 61
SECTION FIVE
Troubleshooting
IdentifyingtheProblem ................... 65
SpecificProblems........................ 65
Troubleshooting Table . . . . . . . . . . . ......... 66
PowerOnSelfTestMessages .............. 75
Emergency DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM
TrayRelease............................ 77
ModemResultCodes..................... 77
RecoveryCD-ROM ...................... 78
SECTION SIX
Care and Maintenance
Fujitsu LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........... 83
Batteries............................... 84
FloppyDisksandDrives................... 84
DVDsandCDs.......................... 85
PCCards.............................. 85
SECTION SEVEN
Specifications
ConfigurationLabel...................... 89
Microprocessor ......................... 90
Memory............................... 90
Video................................. 90
Audio................................. 90
MassStorageDeviceOptions .............. 90
Features............................... 90
DevicePorts............................ 91
Keyboard.............................. 91
Power ................................ 91
DimensionsandWeight................... 91
EnvironmentalRequirements............... 91
SECTION EIGHT
Glossary............................... 95
LifeBook C Series
Section One
Preface
AboutThisGuide......................... 3
FujitsuPCContactInformation ..............3
Warranty...............................3
Preface
1
LifeBook C Series – Section Seve n
2
Preface
Preface
ABOUT THIS GUIDE
The LifeBook™ C Series notebook from Fujitsu PC
Corporation is a powerful notebook computer. It is
powered by an Intel® or AMD® microprocessor, has a
built-in color display, a vast array of possible configurations, and brings the computing power of desktop
personal computers (PCs) to a portable environment.
This manual explains how to operate your Fujitsu LifeBook’s hardware and built-in system software. Your
notebook is compatible with the IBM® PC AT.
Your LifeBook comes with Windows® 98 Second Edition
pre-installed.
The Fujitsu LifeBook is a completely self-contained unit
with an active-matrix (TFT) color LCD display. It has a
powerful interface that enables it to support a variety of
optional features.
Conventions Used in the Guide
Keyboard keys appear in brackets.
Example: [FN], [F1], [ESC], [ENTER] and [CTRL].
Pages with additional information about a specific topic
are cross-referenced within the text.
Example: (See page xx.)
On screen buttons or menu items appear in bold
Example: Click OK to restart your notebook.
DOS commands you enter appear in Courier type.
Example: Shutdown the computer?
POINT
The point icon highlights information that will enhance
your understanding of the subject material.
WARNING
The warning icon highlights information that can be
hazardous to either you, your notebook, or your files.
Please read all warning information carefully.
FUJITSU PC CONTACT INFORMATION
Service and Support
You can contact Fujitsu Service and Support the
following ways:
■
Toll free: 1-800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487)
■
Fax: 1-901-259-5700
■
E-mail: 8fujitsu@fpc.fujitsu.com
■
Web site: http://www.8fujitsu.com
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
Fujitsu On-line
You can go directly to the on-line Fujitsu Product
catalog for your notebook by clicking on the LifeBook
Accessories Web site URL link, located in the Windows
Start menu.
You can also reach Fujitsu Service and Support on-line
by clicking on the Fujitsu Service and Support Web site
URL link, located in the Service and Support Software
folder of the Windows Start menu.
CAUTION
The caution icon highlights information that is
important to your safety, to the safe operation of your
computer, or to the integrity of your files. Please read
all caution information carefully.
POINT
You must have an active internet connection to
use the on-line URL links.
WAR RANTY
Your notebook is backed by a one year International
Limited Warranty and includes toll-free technical
support. Check the service kit that came with your
notebook for warranty terms and conditions.
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LifeBook C Series – Section On e
4
Getting to Know Your LifeBook
Section Two
Getting to Know Your LifeBook
Overview
Unpacking.............................. 7
LifeBookFeatures......................... 8
ValuableLifeBookSoftware.................8
PopularAccessories ....................... 9
Locating the Controls
and Connectors
Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . .......10
Left-SidePanelComponents ...............12
Right-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . ......13
RearPanelComponents................... 15
BottomComponents .....................16
Status Indicator Panel
PowerIndicator.........................17
ACAdapterIndicator.....................17
BatteryLevelIndicators ...................18
BatteryChargingIndicators ................18
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Drive
AccessIndicator.........................18
Hard Drive or Removable
MediaDriveAccessIndicator...............18
FloppyDiskDriveAccessIndicator...........19
PCCardAccessIndicators .................19
NumLkIndicator ........................19
CapsLockIndicator.......................19
ScrLkIndicator..........................19
Keyboard
UsingtheKeyboard...................... 20
NumericKeypad ........................ 20
Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........... 21
CursorKeys............................ 21
FunctionKeys ..........................21
ErgoTrac Pointing Device
Clicking............................... 22
Double-Clicking.........................22
Dragging..............................23
ErgoTracControlAdjustment...............23
Volume Control
ControllingtheVolume...................24
Setting the Hardware Volume Control . . . . . . . . 24
LifeBook Application Panel
SelectorSwitch .........................25
Application Launch CD Player Buttons. . . . . . . . 25
LCDDisplay............................ 25
E-mailNotificationLED ...................26
Configuring your LifeBook Application Panel . . . 26
UsingtheE-mailNotificationLED ...........27
UsingtheCDPlayer......................27
DesktopControlPanel....................28
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LifeBook C Series – Section Tw o
Pre-Installed Software
Learning About Your Application Software. . . . . 30
PCDoctor ............................. 30
LapLinkProfessional......................30
Quicken2000Basic...................... 30
McAfeeVirusScan .......................30
PMSet98..............................30
AdobeAcrobatReader....................30
LifeBookApplicationPanelSoftware .........30
6
Getting to Know Your LifeBook
Figure 2-1 Fujitsu LifeBook C Series notebook
Overview
This section describes the components of your Fujitsu
LifeBook. 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 Pre-configured model you should have:
■
LifeBook C Series notebook from Fujitsu (Figure 2-1)
■
Lithium ion battery, pre-installed
■
AC adapter with AC power cord (Figure 2-2)
■
Phone/ Modem (RJ-11) telephone cable
■
Recovery and Application Restore CD
■
Getting Started Guide
■
User’sGuide
■
Product Registration card
■
Product Catalog
■
International Limited Warranty Brochure
■
Getting Started with Microsoft Windows 98 Second
Edition
■
First Cabin Registration card and envelope
Depending on your configuration these devices may also
come with your notebook:
■
DVDsoftwareCD(formodelswithDVD-ROMdrive)
■
CD-RW Software CD (for models with CD-RW drive)
■
IR Mouse (selected or custom configured models only)
■
USB Camera and software CD (custom configured
models only)
Depending on your configuration, one of the following
devices will be built-in:
■
6x DVD drive
■
4x/4x/20x max CD-RW drive
■
24x max CD-ROM drive
Once you have checked and confirmed that your notebook system is complete, read through the following
pages to learn about all of your notebook’s components.
Figure 2-2 AC Adapter
7
LifeBook C Series - Section Two
LIFEBOOK FEATURES
The LifeBook C Series notebook is a compact, yet
powerful notebook computer available with a variety
of features, including: (See Specifications on page 89 for
more information)
■
Latest high-speed Intel or AMD mobile processor
■
SDRAM system memory
■
Clear, bright TFT display
■
Lithium ion battery
■
Built-in 12GB, 9GB or 6GB hard drive
■
ATI Mobility-P video, 4MB of video RAM or Trident
2.5MB of video RAM
■
External monitor support with simultaneous
display capabilities
■
Dual monitor support (Performance Models only)
■
LifeBook Application Panel/Audio CD Player
■
Internal 56K fax/data/voice modem with
V.90 support
■
One of the following built-in devices:
■
DVD drive
■
4x/4x/20x max CD-RW drive
■
CD-ROM drive
■
Full audio and video features:
■
64 voice wavetable
■
Zoomed Video support for full motion
video acceleration
■
Built-in Pioneer bass reflex stereo speakers
■
Built-in mono microphone
■
Stereo line-in jack
■
Stereo headphone jack
■
Microphone jack
■
Digital audio out
■
Combination PC card slot accommodates 2 Type II
or 1 Type III cards
■
Fast IrDA (4Mbps) compatible infrared port for
wireless data transfer
■
Integrated pointing device for superb cursor control
and comfort
■
Full-size 87-key keyboard with three dedicated
Windows keys
■
Hot swappable PS/2 port for external components
■
USB device support
■
Wireless mouse support (Performance Models only)
VALUABLE LIFEBOOK SOFTWARE
■
Microsoft Windows 98 operating system
■
Microsoft Internet Explorer
■
Microsoft Press Interactive Training for Windows 98
■
Microsoft Works
■
Quicken 2000
■
LapLink Professional
■
PC-Doctor
■
PMSet 98
■
McAfee VirusScan
■
Adobe Acrobat Reader
■
Netscape Commu nicator
■
Internet Service Providers:
■
AOL
■
CompuServe™
■
Earthlink
POINT
Some software may come separately on a CD and will
have to be installed.
8
Getting to Know Your LifeBook
POPULAR ACCESSORIES
For ordering or additional information on
Fujitsu accessories please visit our Web site at
www.fujitsu-pc.com or call 1-877-FPCDirect.
Memory Upgrades
■
32MB SDRAM
■
64MB SDRAM
■
128MB SDRAM
Power
■
Lithium ion battery
■
Auto/Airline Adapter
■
AC Adapter
PC Cards
■
Ethernet 10/100+ Modem 56K
■
Global Access Modem 56K
Additional Accessories
■
Wireless Infrared Mouse (Supported by Performance
Models only)
■
Wireless Keyboard and Mouse
■
Numeric Keypad
■
Uni versal L AN Hub
■
USB Digital Camera
■
Monitor stand
■
MindPa th Po cketPoin t
■
Te l e A d a p t 1 6 ’ Te l e C o r d
■
Notebook Guardian Lock
Carrying Cases
■
Diplomat
■
Diplomat with Airpro
■
ProPack Backpack
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LifeBook C Series - Section Two
Display Panel
Status Indicator Panel
ErgoTrac Pointing Device
Stereo Speakers
LifeBook Application Panel
(Application Launcher/Audio CD Player)
Stereo Speakers
Display Panel Latch
Closed Cover Switch
Built-in Microphone
Wireless IR
Mouse Receiver
(Performance Models only)
Suspend/Resume Button
Keyboard
Figure 2-3 LifeBook C Series notebook with display open
Locating the Controls and Connectors
TOPANDFRONTCOMPONENTS
The following is a brief description of your notebook’s
top and front components.
Display Panel Latch
The display panel latch locks and releases the display
panel. (Figure 2-3)
10
Display Panel
The display panel is a color LCD panel with back
lighting for the display of text and graphics. (Figure 2-3)
(See Display Panel on page 34 for more information)
Built-in Microphone
Thebuilt-inmicrophoneallowsmonoaudioinput.
(Figure 2-3)
Status Indicator Panel
The Status Indicator Panel displays symbols that correspond with a specific component of your notebook.
(Figure2-3)(SeeStatusIndicatorPanelonpage17for
more information)
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Wireless IR Mouse Receiver
The Wireless IR Mouse Receiver allows the use of an
optional wireless IR mouse. No more hassles with cables.
(Performance Models only) (Figure 2-3)
Suspend/Resume Button
The Suspend/Resume button allows you to suspend
notebook activity without powering off, resume your
notebook from suspend mode, and power on your notebook when it has been shut down from Windows 98.
(Figure 2-3) (See Suspend/Resume Button on page 38 for
more information)
Stereo Speakers
The built-in dual speakers allow for stereo sound.
(Figure 2-3)
Closed Cover Switch
The closed cover switch turns off the LCD back lighting
when the display panel is closed. (Figure 2-3)
Keyboard
A full-size keyboard with dedicated Windows
key s. (Figure 2-3) (See Keyboard on page 20 for more
information)
ErgoTrac
The pointing device is a mouse-like cursor control with
two buttons. (Figure 2-3) (See ErgoTrac Pointing Device
on page 22 for more information)
LifeBook Application Panel
The LifeBook Application Panel allows you to either
launch your favorite applications by the touch of a
button or to use as an Audio CD-ROM player when
your unit is on or has been shut down from Windows.
(Figure 2-3) (See LifeBook Application Panel on page 25
for more information)
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Anti-theft Lock
Power Switch Lithium ion Battery Bay
PC Card Slot
Figure 2-4 LifeBook C Series notebook left-side panel
LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS
Following is a brief description of your notebook’s
left-side components.
Anti-theft Lock Slot
The anti-theft lock slot allows you to attach a optional
physical lock down device. (Figure 2-4)
Power Switch
This switch is the main power switch for your notebook.
(Figure 2-4)
PC Card Slots
The PC Card Slots allow you to install two Type II
PC Cards or oneType III PC Card. (Figure 2-4) (See PC
Cards on page 54 for more information)
PC Card Eject Buttons
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 overa long period oftime or for swapping a
discharged battery with a charged Lithium ion battery.
(Figure 2-4) (See Lithium ion Battery on page 45 for more
information)
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Headphone Jack
Stereo Line-in Jack
and Digital Audio-Out
SPDIF (Preformance Models only)
Microphone Jack
DVD, CD-RW or CD-ROM Drive
Volume Control
Figure 2-5 LifeBook C Series notebook right-side panel
RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS
Following is a brief description of your notebook’s
right-side components.
Headphone Jack
The headphone jack allows you to connect headphones
or powered external speakers. (Figure 2-5) (See Head-
phone Jack on page 61 for more information)
Stereo Line-in Jack
The stereo line-in jack allows you to connect an external
audio source. (Figure 2-5) (See Stereo Line-In Jack on
page 60 for more information)
Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack
Floppy Disk Drive
Volume Control
The volume control provides manual control of the
sound level of all audio output. (Figure 2-5) (See Volume
Control on page 24 for more information)
DVD/CD-RW/CD Drive
Your notebook will have one of the following built-in
devices. (Figure 2-5)
■
DVD drive (See DVD/CD-ROM Drive on page 50 for
more information)
■
4x/4x/20x max CD-RW drive
■
CD-ROM drive (See CD-ROM Drive on page 48 for
more information)
Digital Audio-Out
The digital audio-out jack (Available on Performance
Models only) allows you to download digital audio onto
Sony™ &PhilipsMini-discplayer’sSPDIF(SonyPhilips
Digital Interface) format. (Figure 2-5) (See Digital
Audio-Out Connector on page 61 for more information)
Microphone Jack
The microphone jack allows you to connect an external
mono microphone. (Figure 2-5) (See Microphone Jack on
page 60 for more information)
Floppy Disk Drive
The floppy disk drive provides removable data storage.
(Figure2-5)(SeeFloppyDiskDriveonpage47formore
information)
Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack
TheModem(RJ-11)telephonejackisforattaching
a telephone line to the internal 56K modem.
(Figure2-5)(SeeModem(RJ-11)TelephoneJackon
page 59 for more information)
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WARNING
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.
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 33600bps at upload.
CAUTION
The internal modem on all Fujitsu notebooks from
Fujitsu PC Corporation are certified for use in the
United States and Canada. The modem may be
certified in other countries.
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Serial Port
External Monitor Port
Parallel Port
Infrared Port
USB Port
DC Power Jack
Figure 2-6 LifeBook C Series notebook rear panel
REAR PANEL COMPONENTS
Following is a brief description of your notebooks rear
panel components.
PS/2 Port
ThePS/2portallowsyoutoconnectanexternalPS/2
keyboard, mouse or numeric keypad. (Figure 2-6)
(See PS/2 Port on page 59 for more information)
Serial Port
The serial port allows you to connect serial (RS-232C)
devices. (This is also sometimes referred to as a COMM
port.) (Figure 2-6) (See Serial Port on page 59 for more
information)
Parallel Port
The parallel port allows you to connect parallel
devices. (This is also sometimes referred to as an
LPT port.) (Figure 2-6) (See Parallel Port on page 59 for
more information)
External Monitor Port
The external monitor port allows you to connect an
external VGA o r SVGA CRT monitor. (Figure 2-6) (See
External Monitor Port on page 61 for more information)
Infrared Port
The fast IrDA compatible port allows you to communicate with another IrDA compatible infrared device
without a cable. (Figure 2-6) (See Infrared Port on
page 60 for more information)
USB Port
The USB port allows you to connect Universal Serial Bus
devices. (Figure 2-6) (See Universal Serial Bus Port on
page 60 for more information)
DC Power Jack
The DC power jack allows you to plug in the AC adapter
or the optional Auto/Airline adapter to power your
notebook and charge the internal Lithium ion Battery.
(Figure 2-6)
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Main Unit and Configuration Label
Figure 2-7 LifeBook C Series notebook bottom panel
Certificate of
Authenticity Label
(approximate
location)
Lithium ion Battery Bay
BOTTOM COMPONENTS
Following is a brief description of your notebook’s
bottom panel components.
Main Unit and Configuration Label
The configuration 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. It identifies
the exact version of various components of your
notebook. (Figure 2-7) (See Configuration Label on
page 89 for more information)
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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 2-7) (See Lithium ion Battery on page 45 for more
information)
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Power
AC Adapter
Battery
Charging
Battery
Level
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM
Drive Access
Battery
Identifier
Hard Drive
Access
Floppy Disk
Drive Access
Figure 2-8 Status Indicator Panel
Status Indicator Panel
The Status Indicator panel is located in the recess just
above your keyboard. Within this panel are symbols that
correspond with a specific component of your Fujitsu
LifeBook. These symbols tell you how each of those
components are operating. (Figure 2-8)
POWER INDICATOR
The Power indicator symbol states whether your
system is operational. It has several different states,
each of which tells you what mode your notebook is
in at that time.
■
Steady On: This means that there is power to your
notebook and that it is ready for use.
■
Flashing: This means that your notebook is in
Suspend mode.
■
Steady Off: This means that your system is either in
Save-to-Disk mode, or that your notebook has been
turned off with the power switch.
PC Card
Slot Identifier
PC Card
Access
NumLk
ScrLk
CapsLk
CAUTION
Your notebook’s power switch must be turned off to
prevent all current draw.
AC ADAPTER INDICATOR
The AC Adapter indicator states whether your notebook
is operating from the AC adapter, the Auto/Airline
adapter or the batteries. This icon has two different
states that can tell you what powersource your notebook
is using.
■
On: This means that either of the adapters are
currently in use.
■
Off: Power is only coming from the batteries, and
you do not have an adapter connected.
If you are charging your battery, the Power indicator
symbol will remain on even if your notebook is shut off.
The Power indicator symbol will also remain on if you
have either adapter connected and are shut down from
Windows, but have not turned off the power switch.
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BATTERY LEVEL INDICATORS
The Battery Level indicators state whether or not the
primary Lithium ion battery is installed. In addition,
this symbol states how much charge is available within
the battery. The symbol will only be displayed for a
battery that is currently installed in your notebook.
(Figure 2-9)
76%–100% Charging
76%–100%
51%–75%
26%–50%
11%–25%
Low Warning <11%
Critical Low or
Dead Battery
Shorted Battery
Figure 2-9
POINT
If there is no battery activity, the adapters are not
connected, and the power switch is Off, the Battery
Level indicators will also be off.
CAUTION
Batteries subjected to shocks, vibration or extreme
temperatures can be permanently damaged.
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM DRIVE
ACCESS INDICATOR
The DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Access indicator tells you
that the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM drive is being accessed.
If the Auto Insert Notification function is active, the
indicator will flash periodically when your system is
checking the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM drive. If the Auto
Insert Notification function is not active, the indicator
will only flash when you access the DVD/CD-RW/CDROM drive. The default setting is the Auto Insert Notification function active. (See Auto Insert Notification Func-
tion on page 53 for more information)
POINT
The Windows 98 SE DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Auto
Insert Notification function will periodically check for a
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM installed in the drive, causing
the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Access indicator to flash.
The DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM automatic insertion function allows your system to automatically start a DVD/
CD-RW/CD-ROM as soon as it is inserted in the drive
and the tray is closed. It will begin playing an audio
DVD/CD or will start an application if the DVD/CD has
an auto-run file.
on page 53 for more information)
(See Auto Insert NotificationFunction
CAUTION
A shorted battery is damaged and must be replaced.
BATTERY CHARGING INDICATORS
Located to the left of the Battery Level indicators is a
small arrow symbol. This symbol states whether the
battery is charging. This indicator operates whether the
power switch is in the On or Off position, and will flash
if the battery is too hot or cold to charge. (Figure 2-9)
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HARD DRIVE OR REMOVABLE
MEDIA DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR
The Hard Drive Access indicator states whether your
internal hard drive or optional second hard drive is
being accessed.
POINT
The Hard Drive Access indicator does not show which
hard drive is being accessed. It works the same of any
of the devices.
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FLOPPY DISK DRIVE
ACCESS INDICATOR
The Floppy Disk Drive Access indicator states whether
the floppy disk drive is being accessed. This indicator
will flash if your software tries to access a disk even if no
floppy disk drive is installed. (See Floppy Disk Drive on
page 47 for more information)
PC CARD ACCESS INDICATORS
The PC Card Access indicator(s) state whether or not
your notebook is accessing a PC Card(s). The indicator
will flash if your software tries to access a PC Card even
if there is no card installed. The number inside the indicator refers to which PC Card slot is being accessed. (See
PC Cards on page 54 for more information)
NUMLK INDICATOR
The NumLk indicator states that the internalkeyboard is
set in ten-key numeric keypad mode.
POINT
If you are using the optional external numerical keypad,
pressing the [NumLk] key will activate the external keypad. The indicator will come on, however it will not
change any of the functionality of your keyboard keys.
CAPSLOCK INDICATOR
The CapsLock indicator states that your keyboard is set
to type in all capital letters.
SCRLK INDICATOR
The ScrLk indicator states that your scroll lock is active.
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Function Keys
Fn Key
Start Key
Numeric Keypad
Figure 2-10 Keyboard
Keyboard
USING THE KEYBOARD
Your Fujitsu LifeBook has an integral 87-key keyboard.
The keys perform all the standard functions of a 101-key
keyboard, including the Windows keys and other special
function keys. This section describes the following keys.
(Figure 2-10)
■
Numeric keypad
■
Cursor keys
■
Function keys
■
Windows keys
NUMERIC KEYPAD
Certainkeysonthekeyboardperformdualfunctionsas
both standard character keys and numeric keypad keys.
NumLk can be activated by pressing the [NumLk] keys.
Turning off the NumLk feature is done the same way.
Once this feature is activated you can enter numerals 0
through 9, perform addition ( + ), subtraction ( - ),
multiplication ( * ), or division ( / ), and enter decimal
Start Key
Application Key
Cursor Keys
points ( . )using the keys designated as ten-key function
keys. The keys in the numeric keypad are marked on the
front edge of the key to indicate their secondary functions.
(Figure 2-10)
POINT
If you are using the optional external numerical keypad,
pressing the [NumLk] key will activate the external keypad. The indicator will come on, however it will not
change any of the functionality of your keyboard keys.
WINDOWS KEYS
Your notebook has three Windows keys, consisting of
two Start keys and an Application key. The two Start
keys display the Start menu. This button functions the
same as your onscreen Start menu button. The Application key functions the same as your right mouse button
and displays shortcut menus for the selected item.
(Please refer to your Windows documentation for additional information regarding the Windows keys.)
(Figure 2-10)
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CURSOR KEYS
The cursor keys are the four arrow keys on the keyboard
which allow you to move the cursor up, down, left and
right in applications. In programs such as Windows
Explorer, it moves the “focus” (selects the next item up,
down, left, or right). (Figure 2-10)
FUNCTION KEYS
Your notebook has 12 function keys, F1 through F12.
The functions assigned to these keys differ for each
application. You should refer to your software documentation to find out how these keys are used.
(Figure 2-10)
[FN] Key
The [FN] key provides extended functions for the
notebook and is always used in conjunction with
another key.
■
[FN+F5]: Pressing [F5] while holding [FN] allows
you to toggle between video compensation and no
compensation. (Video compensation controls spacing
onthedisplay.Whenitisenabled,displayswithless
than 1024 x 768 or 800 x 600 pixel resolution will still
cover the entire screen.)
■
[FN+F6]: Pressing [F6] repeatedly while holding [FN]
will lower the brightness of your display.
■
[FN+F7]: Pressing [F7] repeatedly while holding [FN]
will increase the brightness of the display.
■
[FN+F10]: Pressing [F10] while holding [FN] allows
you to change your selection of where to send your
display video. Each time you press the combination
of keys you will step to the next choice. The choices,
in order, are: built-in display panel only, both built-in
display panel and external monitor or external monitor only.
■
[FN+Suspend/Resume]: Pressing [Suspend/
Resume] while holding [FN] activates the Save-toDisk mode. (See Power Management on page 38 for
more information)
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