Fujitsu LifeBook C6598 User's Guide

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

according to FCC Part 15

Responsible Party Name : FPCA

Declares that product: Model : LifeBook C6598/C6560

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 har mful interference, (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Address : Fujitsu PC (Asia) Pte Ltd

200 Pandan Loop #05-03, Pantech 21 The Computer Centre

Singapore 128388

Telephone : 65-776 0688

Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

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 reliab le 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 nev er be placed near or over a r adiator or heat register, or in a b uiltin 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 tech-

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

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

tion. There is a danger of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type or is mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemb le or dispose of in fire. Replace only with the same or equiv alent type recommeded by the manufacturer . Dispose of the used battery accor ding 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).

A USTRALIAN WARNINGS

WARNING

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

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

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

Call Attempts/Retries:

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

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

NEW ZEALAND WARNINGS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

For repeat calls to the same number.

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

For Automatic calls to different numbers.

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

For Automatically answered Incoming Calls

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

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

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

outside the New Zealand EMI Standards.

Note: Modem setting in Windows 98 / Windows Me

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

The Modem will only operate with Tone Dialing; Selection of Pulse dialing is not possible. Please see below instruction for quick modem setup.

A. If you are located in Australia

1. Go to Control panel, select modem icon.

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

3. Select Phone system as “Tone Dialing”

4. Close

B. If you are located in New Zealand

1. Go to Control panel, select modem icon.

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

3. Select Phone system as “Tone Dialing”

4. Close

NOTATION IN THIS DOCUMENT

Warnings

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

Icon Meaning

WARNING CAUTION

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

symbols Meaning

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

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

The symbol ∆ indicates a warning or caution. The symbol ∆ indicates the concrete nature of the warning. (The e xample on the left is a caution f or electric shock.)

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

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

Key notation and operation methods

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

Screen examples

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

Notation in text

Here is what symbols in text mean.

Symbol Meaning

Critical Points

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

Column Gives the meaning and brief explanation of a term.

Column

→ Indicates the page to see elsewhere in this manual.

Command input (key input)

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

Example:

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

Product names

The following product names are abbreviated as follows in this manual. “Microsoft® Windows® 2000 operating system” is written as “Windows 2000”.

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

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Configuration of this Manual

SECTION 1

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

SECTION 2

This section explains installation of options for this computer.

SECTION 3

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

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CONTENTS

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

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

Right Side ......................................................................................5

Left Side ........................................................................................ 7

Rear/Bottom .................................................................................. 8

One-touch Buttons / CoolView / CoolScroll .................................10

2. Keyboard ..........................................................................14

Keyboard ..................................................................................... 14

Numeric Keypad Mode ................................................................14

Names of the Main Keys and their Functions.............................. 15

3. Turning on the Power ......................................................18

Turning on the power ................................................................... 18

4. Turning off the Power ......................................................20

Turning Off the Power ..................................................................20

5. Suspend/Resume Function ............................................22

What Is the Suspend/Resume Function? ....................................22

Precautions for Suspending......................................................... 22

Suspending..................................................................................23

Using the Resume Function ........................................................ 25

Battery Charging.......................................................................... 26

6. Battery ..............................................................................26

Battery Operation ........................................................................ 27

Checking the Remaining Battery Charge .................................... 28

Low Battery State ........................................................................ 29

Replacing the Battery Pack ......................................................... 30

Bridge Battery .............................................................................. 32

Precautions for Battery Pack .......................................................33

7. Floppy Disk Drive ...........................................................34

Loading/Ejecting a Floppy Disk ................................................... 34

What is a Floppy Disk? ................................................................ 35

Precautions on Handling ............................................................. 36

8. CD-ROM Drive..................................................................37

CD-ROMs ....................................................................................37

Loading/Ejecting a CD-ROM ....................................................... 38

9. Internal Fax Modem.........................................................40

What is a Fax Modem?................................................................ 40

Connection .................................................................................. 40

Modem Warnings......................................................................... 41

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SECTION 2

10. SPDIF Features ..............................................................42

How to use the SPDIF Output Connector?.................................. 42

1. Options .............................................................................44

Options ........................................................................................ 44

2. PC Cards ..........................................................................46

Precautions for PC Cards ............................................................ 46

Installing PC Cards ...................................................................... 47

Removing PC Cards .................................................................... 48

3. Expansion RAM Modules................................................49

Installing an Expansion RAM Module .......................................... 49

Removing an Expansion RAM Module ........................................ 51

4. Mouse ...............................................................................52

Connecting the Mouse................................................................. 52

Using the Mouse.......................................................................... 52

5. Numeric Keypad / Keyboard / Mouse ............................54

Connecting a Numeric Keypad / Keyboard / Mouse .................... 54

6. Printer ...............................................................................55

Connecting a Printer .................................................................... 55

7. CRT Monitor / TV ..............................................................57

Connecting an External CRT Monitor .......................................... 57

Connecting to a TV ...................................................................... 58

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8. Wireless Mouse................................................................59

Precautions on safety ..................................................................59

Preparation and Preliminary knowledge ...................................... 61

Setup of personal computer and wireless mouse........................ 62

Replacing batteries ...................................................................... 63

For good maintenance................................................................. 64

Caution ........................................................................................ 65

Troubleshooting ........................................................................... 65

Specifications .............................................................................. 66

1. When This Happens .........................................................68

2. Care and Maintenance ....................................................73

3. Glossary ...........................................................................78

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

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1. Names of the Parts and their Functions

Front

1 Display Panel Latch

Locks the LCD panel so that it will not inadvertently be opened. To unlock and open the LCD panel, slide this latch to the right.

2 Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Panel

Shows a screenful of data from the computer main unit.

Critical Points

About the characteristics of the LCD panel

Note that the following symptoms reflect the characteristics of the LCD and imply no hardware problem:

The TFT color liquid crystal display of this personal computer is made up of more than 441 million pixels (dots) (at 1,400x1,050 dots resolution) or 235 million pixels (at 1,024x768 dots resolution) which are fabricated using an advanced technology. Consequently, the display may have some pixels that will not turn on or that always stay on. Such pixels do not imply any display failure and should not be regarded as defective. The liquid crystal displays used in the personal computers of this model may hav e diff erent hues for reasons associated with the fabrication processes. Your liquid crystal display may characteristically bear some color shadings due to changes in the ambient temperature.

3 Closed Cover Switch

Used to place the personal computer into the Standby (Suspend) or Resume mode or to turn off the backlight of the LCD when you open or close the LCD.

4 SUS/RES Button

Used to turn on the personal computer and to place it into the standby or resume mode.

5 Keyboard

Used to type in letters and give commands to the personal computer.

6 Flat Point

Used to manipulate the mouse pointer. Pressing the scroll button at the center causes the screen to scroll up or down.

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Critical Points

The flat point may malfunction due to condensations or moisture formed on its surface. The mouse pointer may not function normally if you manipulate it with a wet or sweaty hand or if the surface of the flat point is dirty . In such a case, turn off the personal computer and clean it with a soft cloth moistened with mild neutral detergent. Depending on the application you are using, you may not be able to scroll the screen using the scroll button.

7 CoolView

Shows the status of messages from the personal computer, notification on incomming E-mail with messages and blinking backlight.

8 Speakers

Produce the sound of the personal computer.

9 One-touch Button

Pressed to activate an application or to receive incoming e-mail. This button is also used to play back an audio CD.

Critical Points

Do not set the MAIN switch to OFF when using the one-touch button.

! CoolScroll

Shows the shotcut programs.

Right Side

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Caution

Failure of an attached device or a hideous or deafening sound may cause harmful effects on your ears. Set the volume control on your personal computer’s main unit to its minimum before plugging a cable into the HEADPHONE, LINE IN, or MICRO IN jack.

1 Volume Control

Adjusts the volume of the speakers. Turning the volume control anti clockwise raises the volume and turning it clockwise reduces the volume. If you can hear no sound when you adjust the volume control, keep pressing [F3] while holding down [Fn] until y ou hear a beep . Also make sure that the volume setting in the [V olume Control] dialog bo x is not set to “Mute.” You can set the balance and volume of the sound input/output in the [Volume Control] dialog box. If the volume is f ound inadequate e v en when the volume is set to its maxim um lev el, set the volume control in the [Volume Control] dialog box.

2 HEADPHONE Jack

Connects to a commercially available headphone (3.5 mm mini-plug). Some models of headphones may not fit in this jack, how ev er . Make a chec k before purchasing a headphone.

Caution

Take care not to listen over your headphone at too high a volume. Listening over a headphone at a deafening sound level for an extended period may cause harmful effects on your ears.

Do not turn on or off your personal computer with a headphone on. A loud pop might cause harmful effects on your ears.

3 Stereo Line-in Jack and Optical Digital Audio Output Terminal

The stereo line-in jack allows you to connect an external audio source. This ter minal also serves as an Optical Digital Audio Output Terminal.

The Optical Digital Audio Output Terminal allows you to download digital audio onto Sony & Philips Mini-disc player’s SPDIF (Sony Philips Digital Interface) format.

Important note

Since light is emitted from the optical digital audio output terminal, do not peek into the terminal when plugging in a cable. The frequency of the digital audio generated from the optical digital audio output terminal is fixed at 48 kHz. You can record no sound on any digital device (e.g., MD player) that has no sampling rate converter built in. For details, refer to the instruction manual attached to the digital device. The sound that is recorded on a digital device (e.g., MD player) connected to the optical digital audio output terminal cannot be output in digital form. All output from the optical digital audio output terminal is subject to copy protection.

4 MIC IN Jack

Connects to a commercially available microphone for recording (monaural) (compatible with a 3.5 mm mini-plug). Some models of commercially a v ailable microphones (e .g., mo vingcoil microphones) are incompatible with this jack. Make a chec k before purchasing a microphone.

5 Floppy Disk Drive

Used to read and write floppy disk data.

6 CD/DVD Drive

Used to read in CD-ROM data and play back audio CD. A CD-R/RW drive can rewrite CD-R/RW data and a DVD-ROM drive can play back DVD video or read in DVD-ROM data.

Left Side

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1 MAIN Switch

The main power switch of the personal computer.

2 Cooling Fan

Used to vent hot air out of the personal computer interior. The fan starts rotating when the temperature inside the personal computer increases to a certain level.

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Caution

Do not block the vent of the cooling fan. The heat would stagnate inside the personal computer, causing machine failures.

3 PC Card Slots

Used to house optional PC cards. The lo wer slot is designated as slot 1 and the upper slot as slot 2.

Critical Points

In some optional OSes, “slot 1” is referred to as “slot 0” and “slot 2” as “slot 1.”

4 PC Card Eject Button

Pressed to eject a PC card.

5 Built-in Battery Pack

Houses a built-in battery pack.

Rear/Bottom

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1 Theft Prevention Lock Slot

Can accept a commercially available theft prevention cable.

Critical Points

The theft prevention lock is compatible with the Kensington microsaver security system.

2 Extended Keyboard/Mouse Connector

Connects to an optional keyboard or mouse.

3 Parallel Connector

Connects to an optional printer.

4 IEEE 1394 (DV) Terminal

Used to connect between the personal computer and a peripheral, such as digital video camera (DV), with a DV cable.

5 USB Connector

Connects to a USB compatible peripheral such as a USB mouse.

6 S Video Output Terminal

Used to transmit the S video signal.

7 External Display Connector

Connects to an external display such as an optional CRT display.

8 Infrared Port

The fast IrDA compatib le port allows you to communicate with another IrDA compatib le infrared device without cable.

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9 Modular Connector

Used to connect between the personal computer and a telephone line with the attached modular cable for communication with a BBS or the Internet.

! Serial Connector

Connects to an RS-232C compatible device.

" DC-IN Connector

Accepts the attached AC adapter.

Important note

When cabling a peripheral device, check the orientation of its cable connector and plug it straight into the mating connector.

# Expansion RAM Module Slot

Used to house an optional memory module.

One-touch Buttons / CoolView / Cool Scroll

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1 Mode Switch

The position of the Mode Switch determines the functionality of the one-touch buttons. Set the Mode Switch at the center when you are not using one-touch button.

2 CoolView

Shows the status of and messages from the personal computer.

3 One-touch Buttons

The one-touch buttons are used to start applications, control audio CD, with the display panel closed. The functionality of the one-touch b uttons is determined as summarized in the table below depending on the position of the Mode switch.

Mode Switch Button Position (1) (2) (3) (4)

Application Button A Button B Internet button E-mail button (Upper)

Lock (Center) All buttons are disabled. Prevents a button from being pressed

inadvertently.

CD Player (Lower) Stop/Eject Play/Pause Fast Backward Fast Forward

While Windows 98 is activ e, the CD Play er one-touch buttons are interlocked with the actions of the CD player buttons, except the Eject button.

While Windows 98 is not active , the CD Pla y er one-touch buttons are interloc ked with action of the CD player buttons.

Critical Points

For instructions to change an application assigned to a one-touch button, see the Lifebook Application Panel Software installed in your computer

If you changed settings so that the EJECT function is activated when the button is pressed, do not press the button while you are using a CD. An error window might appear.

4 Mode Display

As you switch the Mode switch f or the one-touch buttons, the current mode is sho wn enclosed in a box.

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Critical Points

The mode is not shown if the MAIN switch is set to OFF.

5 CD Mark

The mar k revolves when you play back an audio CD when the personal computer is in the standby mode or at the end of Windows.

6 CD Track Display

The number of the track on playbac k is shown when an audio CD is being pla y ed back using the one-touch buttons for the CD player.

• Numerals

Indicate the track number of the track on playback. The track number of the first track is indicated when the CD player is in the stopped state.

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Appears when no audio CD is set or when an audio CD is being read.

• SP

Appears when the personal computer is in the power save mode . Pressing the button restores the CD player in the state in which you can manipulate the audio CD.

7 Volume Level Display

Indicates the volume you set up with the volume control in 8 increments.

Critical Points

There may be times when the volume setting y ou made with the v olume control do not agree with the volume level display.

8 Message Display Area

Shows various messages depending on the situations such as when the personal computer is started and when e-mail arrives.

9 SUS/RES ( )

Stays on when your personal computer is running and flashes when it is in the standby mode.

! AC Adapter ( )

Stays on when power is being supplied from the AC adapter.

" Battery ( 1. )

Stays on when a battery is installed.

# Battery Charging ( )

Stays on when the battery is being charged. Flashes when the battery is not being charged because it is too hot or cold.

$ Battery Level ( )

Indicates the charge level of the battery.

% Hard Drive Access ( )

Stays on when the internal hard disk drive is being accessed.

& CD Access ( )

Stays on when the CD is being accessed.

( Floppy Disk Drive Access ( )

Stays on when the floppy disk is being accessed.

) PC Card Access (

Stay on when the corresponding PC card is being accessed.

~ Num Lock (

Stays on when the keyboard is in the n umeric lock mode. Press [Num Lk] to turn on and off the numeric lock mode.

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Lights up when the personal computer is placed into the Caps Lock mode (letters are entered all in uppercase). Press [Caps Lock] while holding down [Shift] to tur n on and off the Caps Lock mode.

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Lights up when the personal computer is set up so that the screen will not scroll at all (scroll lock). Press [Scr Lk] while holding down [Fn] to tur n on and off the scroll lock mode. The operation of the personal computer depends on the application that is being executed.

Critical Points

Data on the hard disk drive or floppy disk drive may be corrupted if you turn off the MAIN switch or manipulate the SUS/RES switch when the Hard Disk Drive Access or Floppy Disk Drive Access indicator is on. While the MAIN switch is set to OFF, all CoolView illuminators are off except when the battery is being charged. Under some optional OSes, PC Card Access display “Slot 1” may appear as “Slot 0” and “Slot 2” as “Slot 1.” Checks for the presence or absence of a CD are made periodically if the automatic CD insertion feature is enabled. Accordingly, the CD Access illuminator on the CoolView lights periodically . Follow the steps shown below to disable the automatic CD insertion feature.

1 Click [Start], [Settings], and [Control Panel] in that order. 2 Click [ ] (System). 3 Click the [Device Manager] tab.

4 Click [ ] to the left of [CD-ROM].

A CD-ROM device will appear.

5 Click the CD-ROM device and click [Properties].

The [CD-ROM Device Properties] dialog will box appear. 6 Click the [Settings] tab . 7 Click and uncheck [Automatically notify insertion] under “Options.” 8 Click [OK]. 9 Click [OK] or [Close] in the [System Properties] dialog box.

You will be brought back to the [Control Panel] window. 10 Restart the personal computer.

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To re-enable automatic CD insertion, click and check [Automatically notify insertion] in Step 7.

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2. Keyboard

Keyboard

The keyboard is the device for giving instr uctions to the computer, inputting data, and executing. The keys can be divided into two types.

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Numeric Keypad Mode

The mode in which some of the character keys are used as numeric keys (with a key layout that makes numeric input easier) instead of their normal functions is called numeric keypad mode. The keyboard is switched to numeric keypad mode with [Num Lk]. (In numeric keypad mode, 1 is displayed on the status indicator LCD.) The keys surrounded by thick lines in the diagram above become the numeric keypad. The numbers input with these keys are printed in pink on the front of each key.

Critical Point

When the separately sold numeric keypad is connected, if you press [Num Lk] to put the computer into numeric keypad mode, the keys on the external numeric keypad are enabled, but the numeric keypad section on the keyboard is disabled.

Names of the Main Keys and their Functions

[Esc] (escape) key

The usage is determined by the application software. It is often used to return to the previous operation.

[F1]-[F12] (function) keys

The usage depends on the application software.

[Fn] key

A key unique to this computer; it has the following functions. [Fn] + [F3] This switches ON/OFF of the speaker.

When a pip sounds with this operation, the speaker is on. When nothing sounds, the speaker is turned off.

This select to disabled the touch pad mouse when you attached an external mouse.

[Fn] + [F5] This selects whether or not to use the entire LCD display panel f or display

in text mode.

[Fn] + [F6] Turns down the backlight of the LCD. [Fn] + [F7] Turns up the backlight of the LCD.

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Luminance of the backlight of the LCD can be turned up (with [Fn] + [F7] keys) or turned down (with [Fn] + [F6] keys) in three degrees.

[Fn] + [F10] Rotates among the three display options: LCD only, CRT only , both LCD

and CRT.

[Space] key

Inputs a single space character. (This is the long key with nothing written on it at the center of the front of the ke yboard.)

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[↑] [↓] [←] [→] (cursor) keys

Move the cursor.

[Enter] key

Also called the return key or the line feed key. This key inputs line feeds and executes command.

[Ctrl] (control) key

Used in combination with other keys; its functions depend on the application software.

[Shift] key

Used in combination with other keys.

[Alt] key

[Caps Lock] key

[Num Lk] (numerical lock) key

[Scr Lk] (scroll lock) key

[Print Screen] key

[Pause] key

[Break] key

[Insert] key

[Delete] key

Used in combination with other keys; its functions depend on the application software.

To lock the keyboard into caps mode, press the Caps Lock key. Pressing this key again ends caps mode.

Press this key to put the computer into numeric keypad mode.

Its functions depend on the application software.

Press this key to make a hard copy of the screen.

Press this key to pause the screen display.

Its functions depend on the application software.

Press this key to insert a new character between characters. The new characters are entered at the cursor position.

Press this key to delete a character . Pressing the Delete key and the [Ctrl] and [Alt] keys at the same time resets this computer.

[Home] key

[End] key

[Page Up] key

[Page Down] key

[Back Space] key

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

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

Press this key to switch to the previous screen.

Press this key to switch to the next screen.

Press this key to delete the character to the left of the cursor position.

[Sys Rq] (system request) key

When this key is supported by the application software, this ke y is used for such functions as resetting the keyboard. Press this key together with the Alt key.

[ ] (Windows) key

Press this key to display the Start menu.

[ ] (Application) key

Press this key to display the shortcut menu for the selected item. This key has the same role as the mouse right click.

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3. Turning on the Power

Turning on the power

This item explains the normal way to turn the computer main unit power on and off.

1 Connect the AC adaptor.

AC adaptor

3 Switch on the main switch of the

computer main unit.

MAIN switch

2 Open the LCD display panel.

Latch

Pull the latch to release the lock, then lift the display panel with your hand.

Power is supplied from the A C adaptor or the battery, the power comes on, and the POST starts. Also, the etc. on the status indicator LCD are displayed.

Critical Point

Do not carry this computer around or subject it to shock or vibration with the power on. These can result in breakdown.

Column

POST is the abbreviation for POWER ON SELF TEST, which is a self-diagnostic test that checks for abnormalities within the computer. This test is automatically carried out when the power is switched on for this computer. If the power is switched off during the POST, an error message is displayed the ne xt time the computer is started up. Do not cut off the po wer during the POST.

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4. Turning off the Power

Turning Off the Power

This item explains how to turn off the power.

Critical Points

Do not turn back on the computer immediately after turning it off, but wait for 10 seconds or so. When the computer is not used for a long time, unload the flopp y disk and the CD-R OM from the computer before turning it off.

1 Click the [Start] button.

The Start menu is displayed.

2 Click [Shut Down].

The following message is displayed.

3 [Check that Shut down the computer is selected, then click OK].

The power is turned off. If the computer will be unused for a long period, disconnect the AC adaptor.

Critical Points

If the MAIN switch is not turned off after the step 3, press the SUS/RES button to turn on the personal computer next time.

If “Restart” or “Restart computer” is selected on the dialog box that appears as a result of the steps 2, the personal computer will be restarted. “Restart” means that the personal computer erases all data saved in the memory once and again reads the program of the operating system from the floppy disk or hard disk into it.

4 Turn off the MAIN switch.

Slide the MAIN switch in the direction of the arrow (toward side).

MAIN switch

Critical Point

If the personal computer won’t be used for a long time after this step, be sure to disconnect the AC adaptor and to remove the battery pack from it.

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5. Suspend/Resume Function

What Is the Suspend/Resume Function?

When this computer is suspended with the SUS/RES button, the suspend/resume function retains the programs and data in memory as is so that you can resume operations immediately the next time you press the SUS/RES button.

Precautions for Suspending

Pay attention to the following points when using the suspend function.

Do not hold down the SUS/RES button for more than 4 seconds, otherwise the computer will be turned off.

When the computer is connected to a network using a LAN or modem and when the peripheral equipment is expanded with a PC card, you may not be able to use the suspend/resume function. When you have expanded functions with a PC card, also check the manual for the cards you are using.

Do not operate the SUS/RES button when using Windows NT. In the following cases, do not use the suspend function, b ut turn on/off the computer main unit

power supply with the main switch.

• When this computer is unused for a long period When this computer will be unused longer than the effective period (about one da y maximum)

for battery power for suspend mode, sa ve all data, close Windows 98, then turn off the main switch. If you suspend with the BIOS setup Suspend Mode set to Save to Disk, the power goes off with the main switch still on. In this case , it does not matter if you turn off the main switch. The next time you tur n on the main switch, operation resumes.

• When installing or removing options There are some options that can be installed without turning off the main switch. See

SECTION 2 of this manual and the manual that comes with the option product.

Critical Points

The SUS/RES button does not work in the following cases.

If the battery is dead while the computer is powered from it. When the BIOS setup SUS/RES button is set to disabled.

Suspending

There are three ways to suspend this computer, using the SUS/RES button, Closed Cover switch and using the [Shut Down] dialog in Windowa 98 / Windows Me

Using the SUS/RES button

1 Suspending

Check that and are out. When you press the SUS/RES button, flashes and the computer goes into suspend mode.

SUS/RES button

Critical Points

Which of the two destinations suspending saves the data in the computer to depends on the BIOS setup Power menu setting as follows.

System RAM:

When “Suspend” is set with the BIOS setup Power menu “Suspend Mode” item, the data is saved to system RAM. P o wer f or the system RAM is supplied from the AC po wer supply if the AC adaptor is connected or from the battery if the AC adaptor is not connected.

Save to Disk area:

If “Save to Disk” is set with the BIOS setup Power menu “Suspend Mode” item, the data is

written to the Save to Disk area on the hard disk. If you hold down the [Fn] key while pressing the SUS/RES button, the data is saved to the hard disk regardless of the Power menu setting.

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Using the Closed Cover switch

1 Close the LCD display panel.

This unit goes into suspend mode using the Closed Cover switch.

Critical Point

When the BIOS setup “Lid Closure Suspend” setting is “Disabled”, this unit does not go into suspend mode even if you close the LCD display panel.

Using the [Exit Windows] dialog box.

1 Click on the [START] button, then on

[Exit Windows].

The [Exit Windows] dialog box will appear on the screen.

2 Choose [Standby] and click on [OK].

This computer is suspended.

Critical Points

If the BIOS setup Suspend Mode setting is “Suspend”, suspend mode is ended in the following cases. Save important data to a floppy disk or the hard disk.

• The main switch is switched off.

• In battery operation, the battery runs out.

(The battery is still used in suspend mode.) If you start with the internal battery fully charged, suspend mode lasts about one day maximum with the AC adaptor not connected.

Using the Resume Function

You can make the computer resume the current application program, using either the SUS/RES button or the closed cover switch.

Critical Point

Immediately after putting it into the Suspend mode, do not make the computer resume the program but wait for 10 seconds or so.

Using the SUS/RES button

1 Press the SUS/RES button.

Pressing the SUS/RES button will cause the

indicator on the status display panel to stop

blinking and light up permanently , and will bring the

computer into operation.

SUS/RES

Using the closed cover switch 1 Open the LCD display.

Opening the LCD display will turn on the Cover

Close switch and make the computer resume the

current program.

Latch

button

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Critical Point

The Resume function does not operate if Lid Open Resume in the BIOS Setup dialog box is not selected.

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6. Battery

Battery Charging

For portability, this computer can operate either from the AC adaptor or from its battery. This item explains how to charge the battery.

1 Connect the AC adaptor.

AC adaptor

Relationship between computer modes and battery charging time

Main switch SUS/RES button Computer mode Charging mode Charging time

OFF

Resume Standard charging Suspend

––

Operating mode

Suspend mode

During charging, status indicator LCD and the remaining battery charge is displayed.

Stopped

is displayed.

Quick charge

is displayed on the

About 9 hours

About 3 hours

Critical Points

When the battery charge indicator ( ) goes out and status of the remaining battery power indicator on the left side changes from blinking ( ) to continuous lighting ( ),charging the battery is complete. Spend considerable hours for charging the battery so that it is fully charged. The battery capacity falls if the ambient temperature is too low or too high. Just after use of the battery , charging it ma y result in f ailure because the battery temperature has risen and the battery protection function is activated. In such the case, leave the battery in the charging status and charging will start a while later with drop of the battery temperature.

Battery Operation

This item explains operation with the battery.

1 Disconnect the AC adaptor and s witch on

the main switch.

Main Switch

2 When the main switch is on, press the

SUS/RES button.

SUS/RES switch

stops flashing and stays lit up.

Critical Points

When the ambient temperature is lower, the battery operating time is reduced. With this computer, the battery operating time depends on the conditions under which the battery is used. However, the operating time of a new, fully-charged battery is about 1.5 to 3 hours. Condition: Main unit only, full charge, with power management on.

(The yardstick for operating time depends on the conditions of use.)

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Checking the Remaining Battery Charge

This computer can indicates the amount of battery charge remaining with the remaining battery charge indicator on the status indicator LCD.

Remaining battery charge indicator

Indicates battery charge level of about 76% to about 100%

Indicates battery charge level of about 51% to about 75%

Indicates battery charge level of about 26% to about 50%

Indicates battery charge level of about 16% to about 25%

Indicates the low battery state (battery charge level of about 15% or lower). flashes.

Indicates that the battery has run out (0% charge level).

Battery abnormality indicator

Indicates that the battery can not be charged normally.

Critical Point

When is displayed, take out the battery pack and re-install it. If this displa y still remains, the battery pack is abnormal, so replace it.

Low Battery State

This item explains the display when this computer’s battery is low and what to do.

1 The low battery is announced in the following way.

The warning beeps and the battery mark on the status indicator LCD flashes.

Critical Point

If the audio volume is set too low, you may not be able to hear the warning beep. When the speaker is set to OFF using [Fn] + [F3] keys, the warning beep does not sound.

2 Press the SUS/RES button.

When the battery goes low, quickly press the SUS/RES button to suspend operation. Since

the suspend/resume function works even if the computer is suspended during operation, the

program and data are not lost.

Critical Point

If you want to resume operation immediately, connect the AC adaptor, then press the SUS/RES button again.

3 Charge the battery.

Connect the AC battery to charge the battery.

Critical Points

Reading from and writing to the hard disk uses large amounts of power . When saving data to the hard disk with the battery low, connect the AC adaptor. If you leave this computer running with the battery low , it is suspended automatically . How ever , if data is being read from or written to the hard disk or other media, the suspending waits until that processing is complete. If you continue using the computer with the battery low, in the worst case, the data being created or saved may be lost. Quickly connect the AC adaptor.

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Replacing the Battery Pack

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(ELECTRIC SHOCK)

Before replacing the battery

pack, be sure to turn off the

computer and disconnect the

AC adaptor from it.

Otherwise you might get an

electric shock.

2 Slide the cover of the battery pack.

Battery pack

1 T urn off the computer and disconnect the

AC adaptor from it.

3 Slide the battery pack towar ds you (in the

direction opposite to the connector).

Connector

Battery pack

Cover

The battery pack is disconnected from the connector of the built-in battery pack slot.

5 Install a new battery pack.4 Remove the battery pack.

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Battery pack

Tilt the battery pack up and then take it out of the battery pack slot in a tilt direction.

Battery pack

Connector

Battery pack

Slide guide

Put the battery pack in the slot by positioning the slide guide with the main unit.

7 Slide the battery pack cover.6 Connect the connector.

Battery pack

Cover

While tilting up the battery pack cover, slide the battery pack and connect the connector.

For locking the battery pack cover that was once slid in the previous step 2, again slide it to its original position.

Bridge Battery

The bridge battery is a NiCd battery that is built-in your notebook and is constantly being recharged. A bridge battery allows a charged Lithium ion battery to be exchanged for a discharged one by “warm-swapping”.

To warm-swap have a charged battery ready , put y our notebook in Suspend mode , remo v e the low battery and quickly insert a charged battery. The bridge battery capacity is not large, about 3 minutes, and can vary with the condition of your notebook.

Caution

Data may be lost and/or system errors introduced if the warm swap is not perfor med

quickly or a power adapter installed

Caution

The bridge battery can not suppor t an operating notebook. The notebook must be in

Suspend mode.

Precautions for Battery Pack

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The battery pack is an extremely delicate products. When installing or removing one, do not drop it or subject it to strong shocks. If this should happen, do not use that battery pack in the interest of safely, because there is a risk of electric shock or malfunction.

Discharge

After you charge the battery pack, even if y ou store it without using it, o v er about 1 month it will naturally discharge.

Service life

•The battery pack is a consumption item. After you use it f or a long time, its charging capacity drops.

•Replace the battery after about 300 to 500 charge/discharge cycles.

•When the battery operating time becomes extremely short, the battery has reached the end

of its service life.

To extend the battery operating time

Use the BIOS setup Power menu.

Conditions under which the battery operating time becomes shorter

•Using in cold or hot location

The battery operating time is influenced by the environmental temperature and the battery operating time can be shorter at low temperature (5°C) then at high temperature (35°C). Also, high temperatures not only lower the charging efficiency, but are also a cause of battery pack deterioration.

•When the battery charging capacity drops When the battery pack has been used for a long time, its charging capacity drops. In this

case, replace it with a new battery pack.

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Use the AC adaptor in the following cases

• When using the hard disk or CD-ROM frequently

• When using a LAN or a modem

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7. Floppy Disk Drive

Loading/Ejecting a Floppy Disk

This item explains how to load and eject a floppy disk.

Loading Insert into the floppy disk drive.

Insert the floppy disk with the label upwards and the shutter side first until the EJECT button springs out.

Critical Points

If you eject the floppy disk while is still indicated, there is a risk of losing the data on the disk. When you do not want to erase the data sav ed on the disk, or when you do not want to write additional data, slide the floppy disk’s write protector so that the hole is open (WRITE PROTECT state). When you want to write data again, slide the write protector so that the hole is closed.

Eject button

Ejecting Press the EJECT button.

Eject button

Check that the on the Status Indicator LCD is not on, then press the EJECT button.

Write protector

WRITE ENABLE

WRITE PROTECT

What is a Floppy Disk?

A floppy disk is a medium for storing programs or data. This item explains basic knowledge and precautions regarding floppy disks.

Types of floppy disks

If floppy disks are classified according to the amount of data they can store (the memory capacity), typically there are the following 2 types.

•2HD floppy disks

These have 1.44MB (megabyte: unit of data amount) and 1.2MB memory capacities.

• 2DD floppy disks

These have 720KB (kilobyte) memory capacities, half of the 2HDs. The differences between the 2 kinds of floppy disks are shown in the diagram on the right.

3 mode drive

This computer’s floppy disk drive is a 3 mode drive that can read 1.44MB, 1.2MB and 720KB memory capacity floppy disks. Therefore it can read nearly all floppy disks. However, when exchanging data with another computer, you have to be careful if the other computer’s floppy disk drive is not a 3 mode drive. For example, if the other computer can read 1.2MB floppy disks but not 1.44MB floppy disks, y ou hav e to enter the data after putting it into 1.2MB f ormat in advance with this computer.

HD mark or no mark

2HD 2DD

Hole or no hole

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Critical Point

Some floppy disks cannot be read by this computer, depending on the floppy disk format.

Precautions on Handling

Take the following precautions when using floppy disks in order to avoid damaging them.

Be careful not to spill liquids such as coffee onto them.

Never touch the surface of the disk.

Do not place them in places with high temperatures or in direct sunlight.

Do not bring them near to magnetic fields.

Do not bend them or place heavy objects on top of them.

Do not stick labels on over each other.

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COMPACT

DIGIT A L AUDIO

8. CD-ROM Drive

CD-ROMs

Take the following precautions when handling CD-ROMS.

When removing a CD-ROM from its case, lift it out while pressing the center holder of the case, as in the diagram on the right.

Handle the CD-ROM by its edges, trying as much as possible not to touch the surfaces.

Store the CD-ROM in its case when not using it. Do not leave it in a high temperature place. Do not bend it or place heavy objects on it. Do not write with a ballpoint pen, pencil, etc. on

the label surface (printed side). If you suddenly move the CD-ROM from a cold place such as outside to a warm place,

condensation will form on the surface and the CD-ROM drive will be unab le to read data. If this happens, wipe the CD-ROM with a dry soft cloth, and then allow it to dry naturally. Do not use anything like a hairdryer, etc. to dry it.

Critical Points

If the CD-ROM gets dirty , wipe it clean with a dry soft cloth from the center outwards. Do not wipe it with benzine, paint thinner, water, record spray, antistatic solution or silicon cloth.

A CD-ROM is a ROM that stores computer data instead of the audio data stored on music CDs (compact disks). ROM stands for Read Only Memory, which means it is a memory medium that can only read data and cannot write data later. The CD-ROMs which are marked as in the diagram on the right can be used with this computer.

A little time is required after installing a CD-ROM until the computer recognizes it.

COMPACT

DIGITAL AUDIO

COMPACT

DIGITAL VIDEO

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Loading/Ejecting a CD-ROM

This item explains how to load/eject a CD-ROM.

Critical Point

There is a protective sheet on the expansion unit’s CD-ROM tray upon delivery . Remo ve this sheet when you use the CD-ROM drive. You can only install/eject a CD-ROM when the computer main unit is in operating mode because of the electronic lock of the CD-ROM drive.

2 Pull the tray out.

1 Press the EJECT button.

EJECT button

The tray springs out slightly.

3 Put in the CD-ROM.

Pull the tray out gently.

Place the CD-ROM in the center of the tray with its label facing upwards.

4 Set the tray.

Push the tray in gently.

Critical Points

CD-ROM drive is an extremely delicate de vice in which the CD-R OM revolves at high speed. Do not carry it when the power to the computer is switched on, and do not expose it to shoc ks or vibrations. When ejecting a CD-ROM, carry out the same procedure as for loading. If for some reason the tray does not come out when y ou press the eject button, insert something like a clip into the hole to the right of the EJECT button on the front of the CD-ROM drive unit and pull out the tray.

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9. Internal Fax Modem

What is a Fax Modem?

A modem is a device for exchanging data between a computer and a telephone line. If you have a modem, you can carry out computer communications (connecting computers by a telephone line and exchanging information). A fax modem is a modem which, in addition to the above functions, has a function of sending data to a fax machine. Therefore, when you transmit a document to another person’s fax machine, you don’t have to go to the trouble of printing out the document and setting it in your fax machine. You can also receive data sent from a fax machine.

Connection

Connect the modular cable jack from the line junction into the modular connector on the rear of the computer main unit.

Critical Point

When you remove the modular cable, press down the hook of the modular plug and pull it out.

Critical Point

If you use a fax modem of the Modem Model (a model which has a built-in modem only), put the core supplied with the cable on the modular cable in order to reduce unnecessary radiation of radio wave. Insert the plug with the core into the PC.

1 Twine the cable once around the

core near the plug of modular cable.

Core

Plug

2 Close the Core.

When closing the core, be careful not to pinch the cable.

Modem Warnings

CAUTION

The internal modem has a maximum speed of 56000bps by 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 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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10. SPDIF Features

How to use the SPDIF Output Connector?

This model comes equipped with an Optical Digital Audio Out connector which allows you to connect to devices (Sony or Philips MiniDisc players) which supports SPDIF (Sony Philips Digital Interface) format. The SPDIF function in this system has been set to enabled.

SPDIF Connector

CAUTION

(INJURY)

Do not look into the SPDIF connector when inserting the cable jack into the connector as there is a strong light beam emitting from the connector.

(BREAKDOWN)

Turn down the audio volume when connecting electronic devices to the Line In jack. Extremely loud audio volume will cause damage to the internal speakers.

Critical Point

The frequency of the digital sound output from the SPDIF output connector is fixed at 48kHz. If a sampling rate convertor is not installed in your connected digital electronic device (e.g. MD player), recording is not possible. Please refer to the user’s manuals for the electronic devices for further details.

The sound recorded through the connected digital electronic device (e.g. MD player) to the SPDIF output connector cannot be used as a digital output. All output data from the SPDIF output connector has copyright protection information included.

Please be careful to use the correct type of cable to connect the digital electronic device (e.g. MD player) to the SPDIF output connector. The type of connector that is used on your computer is a Optical Mini Plug (3.5mm diameter mini plug).

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This section explains installation of options for this computer.

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1. Options

Options

You can expand the functions of this computer by connecting various options. Connecting options such as a printer or a modem card makes it possible to print documents created with this computer and to communicate them to other computers. Other options include hard disks and expansion memory. Install options to match this computer to your usage objectives.

Color CRT display

LAN card

CCD camera

USB mouse

Digital camera

Printer

Mouse

Numeric key pad / Keyboard

Expansion RAM module

WARNING

(ELECTRIC SHOCK)

Only connect equipment recommended by Fujitsu. Connecting any other equipment can cause electric shock, fire, or breakdown.

CAUTION

(INJURY)

When installing/removing options, do not remove an y screws other than those specified by this manual. Removing any other screws can cause injury and breakdown.

(BREAKDOWN)

Read this manual carefully and connect cables correctly. If you use this computer with cables connected incorrectly , this can cause breakdo wn of the computer main unit and of the peripheral equipment.

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2. PC Cards

Precautions for PC Cards

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

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

Do not place heavy objects on top of PC cards.

Do not subject PC cards to strong shocks.

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

Avoid rubbing PC cards and building up static electricity.

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

Installing PC Cards

PC card is a generic term for business card sized cards which have a program and data memory function or peripheral equipment functions such as a modem or LAN adaptor. This item explains how to install a PC card.

1 Install the PC card.

PC card

Eject Button

Insert the PC card into the PC card slot with the product name facing upwards.

Critical Points

For some PC cards, the main power s witch should be turned off. Ref er to the manual attached to your PC card. In order to avoid damage, be careful not to knock or put anything on top of the connection point between the PC card and the cord.

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Removing PC Cards

This item explains how to remove a PC card.

1 Click the PC card indicator on the task

bar.

A message is displayed for stopping the installed PC card.

2 Click the PC card to be removed.

The PC card operations stop and the following screen is displayed.

Critical Point

For IC memory cards, the “This device cannot be removed” message may appear. If this message does appear, close Windows 98 / Windows ME and turn off the computer main unit power before removing the IC memory card.

3 Click [OK].

4 Press the PC card eject button.

5 Remove the PC card.

PC card

PC card eject button

The PC card eject button slightly juts up.

Press the PC card eject button to eject the PC card.

eject/lock button

Critical Points

Never remove a PC card by pulling on its cord. Yanking on the cord can break the PC card. Always use the procedure above for removing PC cards. Removing PC cards in any other way can cause breakdown.

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3. Expansion RAM Modules

Installing an Expansion RAM Module

This item explains how to install expansion RAM modules.

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Always turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adaptor when installing an expansion RAM module in order to avoid electric shock.

2 Remove the cover.

Cover

1 Turn off the computer and disconnect

the AC adaptor.

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3 Install the expansion RAM module.

RAM

Take out the screws on the bottom of the computer main unit and remove the cover.

Align the notch of the expansion RAM module with the projection on the connector, insert firmly diagonally from above and push down until the module clicks into place.

4 Fit the cover.

Cover

Fit the cover removed in 2.

CAUTION

The expansion RAM module is made up of parts that are extremely vulnerable to static electricity and can be damaged by the static electricity built up in the body . When installing or removing an expansion RAM module, hold it by the edges. Do not touch any terminals or ICs. Also, do not touch any par ts or terminals within the computer main unit.

Checking expansion memory

T o chec k expansion memory after installing an expansion RAM module , look at the DIMM item in the Info menu of the BIOS setup. For example, when a 32MB expansion RAM module has been installed, the number displayed is 32MB. If the expansion RAM module has been installed correctly but the number has not increased, it means the RAM module is either broken or defective. If this happens, contact the store where the RAM module was purchased.

Removing an Expansion RAM Module

This item explains how to remove an expansion RAM module.

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Always turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adaptor when removing an expansion RAM module in order to avoid electric shock.

1 Turn off the computer and disconnect

the AC adaptor from it.

3 Remove the expansion RAM module.

Hooks

2 Remove the cover.

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Cover

Remove the cover on the bottom of the computer main unit.

4 Fit the cover.

Cover

Open the hooks on both sides that retain the expansion RAM module to the left and right, then remove the expansion RAM module from the slot.

Fit the cover removed in 2.

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4. Mouse

Connecting the Mouse

1 Turn off the computer and disconnect

the AC adaptor from it.

Main Switch

2 Connect the connector at the end of

the mouse cable to the expansion keyboard/mouse connector on the rear side of the computer main unit.

connector

Have the arrow marked on the connector facing down.

Using the Mouse

Moving the mouse

Place your hand on the mouse so that your fingers are resting on the left and right buttons and move the mouse by sliding it over your desktop or other smooth surface. The arrow (called the mouse pointer) on the screen moves in the same wa y as the mouse. Try moving the mouse while watching the screen.

Button operations

• Click

Click

• Double click

Click, click

• Pointing

Press the left mouse button once until it clicks. The action of pressing the right button once firmly enough that it clicks is called a “right click”.

Press the mouse left button two times quickly in a row.

Align the mouse pointer with a menu item. When there is another level f or the menu item the cursor is on (when - is displayed at the right of the menu item), that menu level is displayed.

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• Dragging

Release

Press

Move the mouse pointer with the mouse left button held down, then release the button at the desired position.

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5. Numeric Keypad / Keyboard / Mouse

Connecting a Numeric Keypad / Keyboard / Mouse

This item explains how to connect a numeric keypad.

1 Turn off the MAIN switch. 2 Connect the numeric keypad.

Main switch

Slide the MAIN switch in the direction of the arrow (toward side).

Have the arrow marked on the connector facing down.

connector

Critical Points

When a mouse is connected to the numeric keypad mouse connector , the mouse connector on the computer main unit cannot be used.

Mouse connector

You can adjust the tilt of the numeric keypad with the tilt feet on the bottom of the numeric keypad.

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6. Printer

Connecting a Printer

This item explains how to connect a printer to the parallel interface connector on the rear of the computer main unit.

W ARNING

(ELECTRIC SHOCK)

Always turn off the computer main unit and disconnect the AC adaptor bef ore connecting/ disconnecting a printer. Connecting/disconnecting a printer with the power on can cause electric shock.

CAUTION

(BREAKDOWN)

When connecting cables, read this manual carefully and mak e sure to connect correctly . Using this computer with cables incorrectly connected can cause breakdown of the computer main unit and the printer.

Critical Points

Connecting a printer requires a printer cable. Sometimes this cable does not come with the printer. Even if the printer cable does come with the printer, sometimes it has the wrong configuration for this computer. In either of these cases, separately purchase a printer cable that you can connect to this computer.

How to connect the printer depends on the printer. For details, refer to the printer manual.

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1 Turn off the main unit and disconnect the AC adaptor.

2 Connect the printer to the computer main unit.

Connect the printer cable securely at both ends and fasten securely at both ends with the scre ws and fixtures.

3 Connect the printer’s power cord and turn on its power.

4 Connect the AC adaptor to the computer main unit and press the SUS/RES button.

5 Make the printer settings.

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7. CRT Monitor / TV

Connecting an External CRT Monitor

An external CRT monitor can be connected to this computer . This item explains how to connect a CRT monitor to the CRT interface connector on the rear of the computer main unit.

W ARNING

(ELECTRIC SHOCK)

Always turn off the computer main unit and disconnect the AC adaptor bef ore connecting/ disconnecting a CRT monitor . Connecting/disconnecting a CR T monitor with the power on can cause electric shock.

CAUTION

(BREAKDOWN)

1 Turn off the main unit and disconnect the AC adaptor.

2 Connect the CRT monitor to the computer main unit.

Connect the CRT cable securely to the connectors at both ends and f asten securely at both ends with the screws.

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3 Connect the AC adaptor to the computer main unit and switch on main switch.

4 Connect the CRT monitor’s power cord and press the SUS/RES button.

5 Switch the screen display.

When you press [Fn] + [F10], the display switches to the next step in the sequence: LCD → simultaneous display → CRT → LCD.

Connecting to a TV

This notebook comes with a S-video output located at the back of the notebook. You will need a S-video AV cable that comes standard with a TV

1. TV

Prepare a S-video cable to be connected between the notebook and TV.

2. AV cable (for S video out)

3. TV’s user manual

BIOS Setup:

1. Switch on the notebook and press F2 key for BIOS setup

2. Select Advanced, Video Features

3. Set Enabled for TV Output

4. Set PAL or NSTC (depending on your location)

5. Esc and Save Changes.

Software setup:

1. Startup Windows Operating system

2. Go to control panel and select display icon

3. Select Settings and click Advanced button

4. Select ATI Displays

5. Click on the TV icon to enable displa y (if S-video cable is not connected, this function will not work)

6. Select OK when finished.

This cable doesn’t come equipped with the notebook. It is readily sold in the market.

Each TV has diff erent connection method. Please refer to the TV’s user manual.

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8. Wireless Mouse

This chapter explains fundamentals of handling and operation of the wireless mouse with matters that require attention. Bef ore using the wireless mouse, carefully read this c hapter so that you’ll have a good knowledge to use this wireless mouse.

Precautions on safety

Strictly observe the following instructions for safe use of the wireless mouse.

Before use, carefully read these saf ety precautions f or using the wireless mouse correctly. After reading this guide, keep it handy for quick reference.

The following symbol with a word WARNING or CAUTION frequently appears in this chapter. Please read carefully and understand it.

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If an external substance (metallic particle, water, etc.) gets into the wireless mouse, immediately contact the store that you purchased it. Don’t use the mouse with a foreign

substance inside because it may cause breakout of fire or electric shock. If the wireless mouse falls down or the cover is damaged, contact the store that you

purchased. If such the mouse is continuously used as it is damaged, it ma y cause break out of fire or electric shock.

Don’t use the wireless mouse in a place where flammable gas is generated to prevent accidental breakout of fire.

Be sure to use the specified batteries only. Use of an unspecified battery may cause damage to the wireless mouse, breakout of fire or electric shock.

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CAUTION

Don’t leave the wireless mouse in a place where it is directly exposed to the sun or the temperature is expected to rise extremely, for example, in a car exposed to the scorching

sun, for a long time. Extremely high temperature may cause the cover and other parts of the wireless mouse to be heated, deformed, melted, or to fire because its inside is heated.

Avoid using the wireless mouse in a dusty or humid place . If the wireless mouse gets dust or moisture inside, it may cause failure of the mouse or outbreak of fire.

Don’t put the wireless mouse in a place where it is exposed to steam or soot such as in a kitchen or near a humidifier, because it ma y cause a fire.

Neither dismantle the wireless mouse nor remove any part from it. If it is done so, it may cause fire or electric shock.

Don’t cover or wrap the wireless mouse with cloth or other thing. If done so, the mouse becomes hot because of poor radiation of heat and it may cause def ormation of the cover

and breakout of fire. Use the wireless mouse in a well-ventilated condition. Don’t insert or drop a metallic particle, flammable thing or foreign substance into the wire-

less mouse. If there is a foreign substance inside the wireless mouse, it may cause a fire. Don’t put the wireless mouse on a slant or unstable plane or in a place where it is easily

affected by strong vibration. If the mouse falls down, it may cause damage to the mouse or injury to a person.

Don’t give a strong shock or vibration to the wireless mouse, otherwise the mouse ma y f all into failure.

Don’t clean the wireless mouse with thinner or benzene, or don’t spray insecticide or the like to it. Such the chemical may cause the mouse to crack or catch fire.

Preparation and Preliminary knowledge

Loading of batteries

Load the wireless mouse with two AAA-size alkaline batteries referring to the article “Replacing batteries” of this manual.

H-L-OFF switch

Infrared transmission power of this wireless mouse can be switched between low and high with the H-L-OFF switch. Set this switch to the H (High power mode) or L (Low power mode) position taking the operating environment and conditions into consideration. When this mouse is out of use, set this switch to the OFF position for saving battery power.

Operating method

This wireless mouse transmits data on mouse operation to the personal computer on infrared rays. When operating the wireless mouse, point its transmitter part at the photosensor of the personal computer. The oper ating method of this wireless mouse is the same as the general PS/ 2 mouse. It is recommended to use this wireless mouse within a distance of 1.5 m (High power mode) or

0.5 m (Low power mode) from the personal computer.

Critical Points

The one-touch operation buttons cannot be used in the following cases.

The illustration of a personal computer appearing on this page is just a reference.

The outward appearance slightly differs with the model. Bef ore using this wireless mouse, check the personal computer for the location of the photosensor for the wireless mouse.

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Wireless mouse

Photosensor for wireless mouse

Setup of personal computer and wireless mouse

Setup of personal computer

See Bios section to enable infrared mouse. Ensure that the setup menu is Enabled.

Critical Points

When “enabled” is selected for the item of “Infrared mouse”, the external PS/2 mouse that is connected with the extension keyboard/mouse connector is unusable. Furthermore, set the

item of “Built-in pointing device” of the “Setup of keyboard/mouse” submenu of the “Detailed menu” to “Always enabled”.

Identification of mouse

If multiple wireless mice are used close to each other, it is needed to identify every wireless mouse with an individual identification code to avoid radio interference. For identify a wireless mouse, open the lid of the battery chamber on the bottom of the mouse and set an identification number with the DIP switch (refer to the table below).

For turning on/off each element of the DIP switch, use a pointed stick such as a ball-point pen or the like.

1 2 3

OFF

0 ononon 1 Off on on 3 ononon 4 Off on on 5 ononon 6 Off on on 7 ononon

DIP switch

123

Critical Points

On shipping a wireless mouse from the factory, its identification number is set at “7”. When the identification number of a wireless mouse is changed, turn off the personal

computer once and again turn it on, or suspend the personal computer and resume it to make it recognize the new identification number of the mouse.

The personal computer recognizes the identification code of a wireless mouse when it receives a signal of the identification code for the first time after it is turned on or resumed.

Replacing batteries

1 Remove the lid of the battery chamber.

3 Set new batteries in the battery chamber .

Pay heed to the polarities (+ and - poles) of each battery so as to set it in correct orientation.

2 Remove the old batteries.

4 Fit the lid of the battery chamber to

the wireless mouse.

CAUTION

Check the orientation (directions of + and - poles) of each battery so that it is correctly set in the battery chamber.

Don’t use a used battery mixedly with a new battery or two new batteries that are different in brand or rating from each other.

When the wireless mouse won’t be used for a long time, remo v e the batteries to prevent it from trouble such as leak of electrolyte. If electrolyte leaks from the battery , clean the inside

of the battery chamber, particularly metal terminals, and its periphery with soft cloth that is moistened with water once and then tightly squeezed to remove electrolyte, and carefully wipe out moisture with dry soft cloth.

When you get electrolyte on your body, carefully wash it out with water. If electrolyte gets into your eyes or mouth, immediately w ash it out with water and consult a doctor as soon as

possible. Be careful not to make a short-circuit between terminals of the battery chamber.

Don’t put any battery in water or fire. Don’t take any battery apart to pieces. Don’t charge the battery of this wireless mouse. Don’t directly solder the battery. Don’t keep batteries in an extreme temperature condition. Don’t give a strong shock to batteries. When disposing used batteries, follow the regulations and directions of the local autonomy

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For good maintenance

If the ball or roller of the wireless mouse gets dust or soiled, it may cause malfunction of the mouse. Be sure to clean the mouse regularly (once a month or so) according to the following procedure.

1 Remove the mouse ball cover.

Turn the mouse ball cover in the direction of the arrow and remove it.

2 Remove the ball from the mouse.

Lift the mouse with a hand and receive the ball falling down with the other hand. Wash the ball with water and dry it up.

3 Clean the inside of the mouse.

Wipe down the roller, inside of the ball chamber and cover with dry soft cloth.

Roller

4 Restore the ball and cover to their

original positions.

CAUTION

Don’t leave moisture inside the mouse. Don’t use any organic solvent such as alcohol, benzene, etc. for cleaning.

Caution

Don’t use the wireless mouse pointing it at the infrared communication port of the personal computer to avoid malfunction of the infrared communication port.

If the button of the wireless mouse is held depressed, the battery is depleted in a short time. Don’t put anything on the mouse and don’t leave the mouse upside down. Don’t expose the photosensor of the personal computer directly to the sun or a strong light,

otherwise the personal computer may malfunction or communication distance may be shortened.

Troubleshooting

If the wireless mouse malfunctions, check the following matters . If the trouble still remains in spite of your check and measure, consult with the store that you purchased the computer/mouse.

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Symptom

Inoperative

Radio interference

Abnormal mouse

operation

Check point

Are the batteries set correctly?

Is the mouse pointed at the photosensor of the personal computer?

Is there anything obstructive between the mouse and photosensor of the personal computer?

Is the mouse operated in the receiving range of the photosensor of the personal computer?

Are the multiple wireless mice identified by their individual identification codes?

The batteries are depleted, aren’t they?

The ball or roller of the mouse gets dust or soiled, doesn’t it?

Measures

Set the batteries correctly (in correct orientation).

Point the transmitter of the mouse at the photosensor.

Remove the obstruction, if there is.

Relocate the personal computer or mouse in the receiving/ transmitting range of the photosensor/mouse.

Identify the respective mice by individual identification codes.

Replace the batteries with new ones.

Clean the inside of the mouse.

Specifications

Item Transmission system Service life of battery

(alkaline battery)

(in Low Power mode)

Operable range

6 months approximately (under operating conditions:

8-hours/day, 5-days/week, net operating rate of mouse

(condition not in use: power off,

temperature 20 degree centigrade)

H: Distance - within 1.5 m, angle - right

L: Distance - within 0.5 m, angle - right and left +45

up 45 degrees , down 15 degrees

Description

Infrared transmission

= 10 %)

and left 0 degree,

Up and down 0 degree

degrees and - 45 degrees ,

CAUTION

This wireless mouse falls under the class B information processor conforming to the VCCI (Voluntary Control Conference Against Jamming Caused by Information Processor)

standard. This wireless mouse is designed to be used in the standard home environment, howev er , if it is used near a radio or TV set, it may cause radio interference. Use this wireless mouse correctly following the instructions of this user’s guide.

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

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1. When This Happens

When you are having trouble with this computer, there is something you think is strange, or there is something you want to do, but do not know how. This section is divided into related items.

The power does not come on.

Checkpoint

Is the AC adaptor connected?

Is the main switch turned on?

Is the battery charged?

Has the computer been left unused for a long time?

Nothing displayed on the LCD panel

Checkpoint

Is displayed on the LCD panel?

100/240V

When using this computer for the first time after purchase, the battery is not yet charged, so you must connect the AC adaptor and turn on the main switch.

If the main switch is not turned on, the power will not come on even if the SUS/RES button is pressed.

If a beep is heard when the main switch is turned on, then the battery is running low (LOW BATTERY). Connect the AC adaptor.

When using the computer for the first time after leaving it unused for a long time, connect the AC adaptor and switch on the main switch to switch on the power.

• Displayed Adjust the brightness and darkness with the brightness and contrast controls.

• Flashing or not displayed

Press the SUS/RES button to put the computer into operating mode. Check if the battery is charged. If it is not charged, connect the AC adaptor and charge it. If you are already using this computer with the AC adaptor connected, check that it is correctly plugged into the power socket and into the computer.

Cause and Solution

Is anything displayed on the status indicator LCD?

Connect the AC adaptor and switch on the main switch.

Checkpoint

Have you been pressing any of the keys?

Is it set to output to the CRT?

LCD panel hard to read

Checkpoint

Is the control adjusted?

Battery is not charged

Checkpoint

Is the AC adaptor connected?

Is the battery overheated (The on the LCD display flashes.)?

Is the computer too cold (The on the LCD display flashes.)?

Was the charging stopped midway?

Cause and Solution

On this computer, if the power management functions are set and no key is pressed for a certain period of time, the CPU stops and the LCD panel backlight goes out. (In this state, pressing any key lights up the backlight again.) If the computer stops too frequently, change the BIOS setup settings.

Switch over to the LCD display with the [Fn] + [F10] keys.

Cause and Solution

Adjust the brightness with the brightness and contrast controls.

Cause and Solution

Check that the AC adaptor is correctly plugged into the power socket and into the computer .

If the ambient temperature is high and the battery temperature becomes too high during use, the battery protection function may be triggered to stop the charging.

If the battery temperature falls too low, the battery protection function may be triggered to stop the charging.

If you use the computer and disconnect the AC adaptor between the start of charging and the time the LCD turns off, then the battery will not become fully charged. Once you start charging do not remove the AC adaptor until the

LCD turns off.

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The remaining battery charge indicator does not stop flashing.

Checkpoint

Is the battery connected correctly?

Is the battery low?

Floppy disk can not be used.

Checkpoint

If the floppy disk loaded into the floppy disk drive correctly?

Is the floppy disk formatted?

Is Diskette A set to Not Installed in the BIOS setup?

Is Diskette access set to Supervisor only in the BIOS setup?

Is the floppy disk write inhibited?

Does it work with a different floppy disk?

Check that the battery is connected correctly. If it is connected correctly, there is an abnormality in the battery pack, so replace the battery pack.

Attach the AC adaptor and charge the battry.

Insert the floppy disk with its label facing up, into the drive shutter and keep inserting firmly until you hear a clicking sound.

New floppy disks can not be used until they are formatted (initialized). Format the floppy disk.

Check the Diskette A item in the BIOS setup Main menu.

Check the Diskette access item in the BIOS setup Security menu.

Set the write protect tab on the floppy disk to the write enable position.

If it works with a different floppy disk then the problem floppy disk may be damaged.

Cause and Solution

No sound or minimal sound from speaker

Checkpoint

Is the volume control correctly adjusted?

Can not record from Mic or Line In jack

Checkpoint

Is the mic correctly adjusted?

LCD panel does not close.

Checkpoint

Is something caught in the LCD display panel?

The power management function is not executed.

Checkpoint

Is Power Savings set to off in the BIOS setup?

Are you executing a program that rewrites the screen?

Turn the volume control for the correct volume. If this does not change the volume, double click the task bar sound indicator and adjust the volume. Check also whether the sound driver is installed correctly.

Turn the volume control to obtain the correct volume . If the line jack is connected to the sound source, then check that connection. If this still does not solve the problem, then double click the task bar sound indicator and adjust the volume.

Forcing the LCD display panel closed can damage it. Check for something caught in the LCD display panel. Also, a metal object such as a paper clip can cause a breakdown if it gets caught in between the keys.

Reset the BIOS setup.

If you are executing a program that rewrites the screen even when no key is pressed, for example a clock display or screen save, the power management function is not executed.

Cause and Solution

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Cause and Solution

Message displayed on screen

See the message list.

Data cannot be read from the CD-ROM drive.

Checkpoint Is the CD-ROM correctly set? Is there any dirt, condensation

or water on the CD-ROM? Is the CD-ROM scratched or

extremely warped? Are you using a non-standard

CD-ROM?

The CD cannot be ejected from the CD-ROM.

Checkpoint

Is it in operating mode?

Set the CD-ROM correctly with its label facing upwards. Wipe it from the center outwards with a dry, soft cloth.

Replace the CD-ROM.

Use a CD-ROM which conforms to the standards.

The CD can only be ejected when the personal computer main unit is in operating mode because its CD-ROM drive has an electronic lock. Check that the personal computer main unit is in operating mode and press the EJECT button. If for some reason the CD tray does not come out even when you press the EJECT button, insert a clip or somthing into the hole to the right of the EJECT button and pull the tray out. If the tray doesn’t still come out, click the CD-ROM icon in the “My Computer” window with the right button of the mouse and then click “EJECT”.

Cause and Solution

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2. Care and Maintenance

If you use your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook carefully, you will increase its life and reliability. This section provides some tips for looking after the notebook and its de vices.

Caution:

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

LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK

Caring for your LifeBook Notebook

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

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

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

• Keep it away from food and beverages.

• If you accidentally spill liquid on your notebook:

1. Turn it off.

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

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

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

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

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

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

• Do not expose your LifeBook notebook to direct sunlight for long periods of time as temperatures

above 140°F (60°C) may damage your notebook.

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

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

• If you are carrying your LifeBook notebook in a briefcase, or any other carrying case, make sure

that there are no objects in the case pressing on the lid.

• Do not drop your LifeBook notebook.

• Do not touch the screen with any sharp objects.

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Cleaning your LifeBook Notebook

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

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

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

Storing your LifeBook Notebook

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

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

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

Travelling with your LifeBook Notebook

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

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

• Always bring your System Recovery CD that came with your LifeBook notebook when you

travel. If you experience system software problems while travelling you may need it to correct any problems.

• Never put your LifeBook notebook through a metal detector . Ha ve your notebook hand-inspected by security personnel. You can, however, put your LifeBook notebook through a properly tuned X-ray machine. To avoid problems, place your notebook close to the entrance of the machine and remove it as soon as possible or ha ve your notebook hand-inspected b y security personnel. Security officials may require you to turn your notebook On. Make sure you have a charged battery on hand.

Outlet type Location

United States, Canada, parts of Latin America, Japan, Korea,

the Philippines, Taiwan

Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS),

most of Europe, parts of Latin America, the Middle East, parts

of Africa, Hong Kong, India, most of South Asia

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

Africa

China, Australia, New Zealand

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

• Take the necessary plug adapters if you’re travelling overseas. Check the following diagram to determine which plug adapter you’ll need or ask your travel agent.

BATTERIES

Caring for your Batteries

• Always handle batteries carefully.

• Do not short-circuit the battery terminals (that is, do not touch both terminals with a metal object).

Do not carry lose batteries in a pocket or purse where they may mix with coins, keys, or other metal objects. Doing so may cause an explosion or fire.

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

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

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

battery life.

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

Increasing Battery Life

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

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

overnight to recharge the battery.

• Keep brightness to the lowest level comfortable.

• Set the power management for maximum battery life.

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

using it.

• Limit your DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM access.

• Disable the Windows CD automatic insertion function.

• Always use fully charged batteries.

• Eject PCMCIA cards when not in use.

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FLOPPY DISKS AND DRIVES

Caring for your Floppy Disks

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

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

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

• Avoid storing the floppy disks in extremely hot or cold locations, or in locations subject to se vere

temperature changes. Store at temperatures between 50°F (10°C) and 125°F (52°C)

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

Caring for your Floppy Disk Drive

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

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

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

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

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

disk drive or disk.

• Never disassemble or dismantle your floppy disk drive.

DVD/CD-RW/CDs

Caring for your DVD/CD-RW/CDs

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

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

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

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

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

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

• Do not scratch DVD/CD-RW/CDs.

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

• Do not get dust on DVD/CD-RW/CDs.

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

• If a DVD/CD-RW/CD is subjected to a sudden change in temperature, cold to w arm condensation

may form on the surface. Wipe the moisture off with a clean, soft, lint free cloth and let it dry at room temperature, DO NOT use a hair dryer or heater to dry DVD/CD-RW/CDs.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PC CARDS

Caring for your PC Cards

PC Cards are durable, but y ou must treat them with care. The documentation supplied with your PC Card will provide specific information, but you should pay attention to the following points:

• To keep out dust and dirt, store PC Cards in their protective slee v es when the y are not installed in your notebook.

• Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or excessive heat.

• Keep the cards dry.

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

• Do not force cards into the slot.

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

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3. Glossary

AC Adapter

A device which converts the AC voltage from a wall outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your notebook.

Active-Matrix Display

A type of technology for making flat-panel displays which has a transistor or similar device for every pixel on the screen.

APM

Advanced Power Management.

Auto/Airline Adapter

A device which converts the DC voltage from an automobile cigarette lighter or aircraft DC power outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your notebook.

BIOS

Basic Input-Output System. A progr am and set of def ault parameters stored in ROM which tests and operates your notebook when you turn it on until it loads your installed operating system from disk. Information from the BIOS is transferred to the installed operating system to pro vide it with information on the configuration and status of the hardware.

Bit

An abbreviation for binary digit. A single piece of information which is either a one (1) or a zero (0).

bps

An abbreviation for bits per second. Used to describe data transfer rates.

Boot

To start-up a computer and load its operating system from disk, ROM or other storage media into RAM.

Bus

An electrical circuit which passes data between the CPU and the sub-assemblies inside your notebook.

Byte

8 bits of parallel binary information.

Cache Memory

A block of memory built into the micro-processor which ins much faster to access than your system RAM and used in specially structured ways to make your overall data handling tine faster.

CardBus

A faster, 32-bit version of the PC Card interface which offers performance similar to the 32-bit PCI architecture.

CD-ROM

Compact disc read only memory. This is a form of digital data storage which is read optically with a laser rather than a magnetic head. A typical CD-ROM can contain about 600MB of data and is not subject to be crashing into the surface and destroying the data when there is a failure nor to wear from reading.

CMOS RAM

Complementary metal oxide semiconductor random access memory. This is a technology for manufacturing random access memory which requies very low level power to operate.

COMM Port

Abbreviation for communication port. This is your serial interface connection.

Command

An instruction which you give your operating system. Example: run a particular application or format a floppy disk.

Configuration

The combination of hardware and software that make up your system and ho w it is allocated f or use.

CRT

Cathode Ray Tube. A display device which uses a beam of electronic particles striking a luminescent screen. It produces a visual image by varying the position and intensity of the beam.

Data

The information a system stores and processes.

Direct current. A voltage or current that does not fluctuate periodically with time.

Default Value

A pre programmed value to be used if you fail to set your own.

DIMM

Dual-in-line memory module.

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LAN

Local Area Network. An interconnection of computers and peripherals within a single limited geographic location which can pass programs and data amongst themselves.

LCD

Liquid Crystal Display . A type of display which mak es images by controlling the orientation of crystals in a crystalline liquid.

Lithium ion Battery

A type of rechargeable battery which has a high power-time life for its size and is not subject to the memory effect as Nickel Cadmium batteries.

LPT Port

Line Printer Port. A way of referring to parallel interface ports because historically line printers were the first and latter the most common device connected to parallel ports.

Megabyte.

Megahertz

1,000,000 cycles per second.

Memory

A repository for data and applications which is readily accessible to your notebook CPU.

MHz

Megahertz.

MIDI

Musical Instrument Digital Interface. A standard communication protocol f or e xchange of information between computers and sound producers such as synthesizers.

Modem

A contraction for MOdulator-DEModulator. The equipment which connects a computer or other data terminal to a communication line.

Monaural

A system using one channel to process sound form all sources.

MPU-401

A standard for MIDI interfaces and connectors.

NTSC

National TV Standards Commission. The standard for TV broadcast and reception for the USA.

Operating System

A group of control programs that convert application commands, including driver programs, into the exact form required by a specific brand and model of microprocessor in order to produce the desired results from that particular equipment.

Parallel Port

A connection to another device through which data is transferred as a block of bits simultaneously with a wire for each bit in the block and with other wires only for control of the device not for transfer of data.

Partition

A block of space on a hard drive which is set aside and made to appear to the operating system as if it were a separate disk, and addressed by the operating system accordingly.

PCMCIA

PCMCIA is trademark of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association. The P ersonal Computer Memory Card International Association is an organization that sets standards for add-in cards for personal computers.

Peripheral Device

A piece or equipment which performs a specific function associated with but not integral to a computer . Examples: a printer, a mode, a CD-ROM.

Pitch (keyboard)

The distance between the centers of the letter keys of a keyboard.

Pixel

The smallest element of a display, a dot of color on your display screen. The more pix els screen. The more pixels per area the clearer your image will appear.

POST

Pow er On Self Test. A progr am which part of the BIOS which checks the configuration and operating condition of your hardware whenev er po wer is applied to y our notebook. Status and error messages may be displayed before the operating system is loaded. If the self test detects failures that are so serious that operation can not continue, the operating system will not be loaded.

Disk

A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media. If the platter is ver y stiff it is a hard drive, if it is highly flexible it is a floppy disk, if it is a floppy disk in a hard housing with a shutter it is commonly called diskette.

Disk Drive

The hardware which spins the disk and has the heads and control circuitry for reading and writing the data on the disk.

Diskette

A floppy disk in a hard housing with a shutter.

DMA

Direct Memory Access. Special circuitry for memory to memory transfer of data which do not require CPU action.

DMI

Desktop Management Interface. A standard that provides PC management applications with a common method of locally or remotely querying and configuring PC computer systems hardware and software components, and peripherals.

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DOS

Disk Operating System (MS-DOS is a Microsoft Disk Operating System).

Driver

A computer program which converts application and operating system commands to external de vices into the exact from required by a specific brand and model of device in order to produce the desired results from that particular equipment.

ECP

Extended Capability Port. A set of standards for high speed data communication and interconnection between electronic devices.

ESD

Electro-Static Discharge. The sudden discharge of electricity form a static charge which has built-up slowly . Example: the shoc k you get from a doorknob on a dry day or the sparks you get form brushing hair on a dry day.

Extended Memory

All memory more than the 640KB recognized by MS-DOS as system memory.

FCC

Federal Communication Commission.

Floppy Disk

A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media which is highly flexible.

Gigabyte.

Hard drive

A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media where the platter is very stiff.

Hexadecimal

A decimal notation for the value of a 4 bit binary number. (0-9, A, B, C, D, E, F) Example: 2F in hexadecimal = 00101111 = 47 in decimal.

I/O

Input/Output. Data entering and leaving your notebook in electronic form.

I/O Port

The connector and associated control circuits for data entering and leaving your notebook in electronic form.

IDE

Intelligent Drive Electronics. A type of control interface for a hard drive which is inside the hard drive unit.

Infrared

Light just beyond the red portion of the visible light spectrum which is invisible to humans.

An abbreviation for infrared.

IrDA

Infrared Data Association. An organization which produces standards f or communication using infrared as the carrier.

IRQ

Interrupt Request. An acronym f or the hardware signal to the CPU that an external e vent has occurred which needs to be processed.

Kilobyte.

Program

An integrated set of coded commands to your computers telling your hardware what to do and how and when to do it.

PS/2

An IBM series of personal computers which established a number of standards for connecting e xternal devices such as keyboards and monitors.

RAM

Random Access Memory. A hardware component of your notebook that holds binary information (both program and data) as long as it has the proper power applied to it.

RAM Module

A printed circuit card with memory and associated circuitry which allows the user to add additional memory to the computer without special tools.

Reset

The act of reloading the operating system. A reset erases all information stored in RAM.

Restart

See Reset.

Resume

T o proceed after interruption. In y our notebook this ref ers to returning to active operation after having been in one of the suspension states.

ROM

Read Only Memory. A f orm of memory in which information is stored by physically altering the material. Data stored in this way can not be changed by y our notebook and does not require power to maintain it.

SDRAM

Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory.

Serial Port

A connection to another device through which data is transferred one bit at a time on a single wire with any other wires only for control of the device not for transfer of data.

Shadow RAM

A technique of copying data or applications stored in ROM (Read Only Memory) into RAM (Random Access Memory) for access during actual operation. RAM is much f aster to access than ROM, how ever ROM contents are not lost when power is remov ed. Shadowing allows permanently stored information to be rapidly accessed.

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SMART

Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting T echnology (SMART) is an emerging technology that pro vides near-term failure predictions for hard drives. When SMART is enabled the hard drive monitors predetermined drive attributes that are susceptible to degradation over time. If a failure is likely to occur. SMART makes a status report available so that the LifeBook can prompt the user to back up the data on the drive. Naturally not all failures are predictab le. SMART predictability is limited to those attributes which the drive can self-monitor. In those cases where SMART can give advance warning, a considerable amount of precious data can be saved.

SRAM

Static random access memory . A specific technology of making RAM which does not require periodic data refreshing.

Status Indicator

A display which reports the condition of some portion of your hardware. On y our notebook this is an LCD screen just above the keyboard.

Stereo (audio)

A system using two channels to process sound from two different sources.

Stroke (keyboard)

The amount of travel of a key when it is pressed from resting to fully depressed.

Suspend

To make inoperative for a period of time. Your notebook uses various suspension states to reduce power consumption and prolong the charge of your battery.

SVGA

Super VGA.

S-Video

Super Video. A component video system for driving a TV or computer monitor.

System Clock

An oscillator of fixed precise frequency which synchronizes the operation of the system and is counted to provide time of day and date.

TFT

Thin Film Transistor - A technology for flat display panels which uses a thin film matrix of transistors to control each pixel of the display screen individually.

Underwriters Laboratories - An independent organization that tests and certifies the electrical safety of devices.

VGA

Video Graphics Array. A video display standard originally introduced by IBM with the PS/2 series of personal computers.

VRAM

Video Random Access Memory. A memory dedicated to video display data and control.

WFM

Wired for Management is Intel’s broad-based initiative to reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) of business computing without sacrificing power and flexibility.

Write Protect

Prevent alteration of the binary state of all bits in a storage media. Example: all information on a device such as a floppy disk ette; a b lock of space in a stor age media such as partition of a hard drive; a file or directory of floppy diskette or hard drive.

XGA

Extended VGA.

Zip Drive

A 100MB read/rite removable media disk drive.

Zoomed Video

A PC Card port which allows notebook PCs to deliver full screen broadcast quality video through third party PC Cards, including TV tuners, video capture, and MPEG full-motion video.

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