Fujitsu LifeBook E330, LifeBook E335, LifeBook E340, LifeBook E350 User Manual
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
according to FCC Part 15
Responsible Party Name: Fujitsu PC Corporation
Address: 598 Gibraltar Drive
Milpitas, CA 95035
Telephone: (408) 935-8800
Declares that product: Model: LifeBook E330.
LifeBook E335.
LifeBook E340.
LifeBook E350.
Complies with Part 15
of the FCC Rules.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operations is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device must not be allowed to cause harmful
interference, (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
David Woo Fujitsu 9/4/98
CAUTION
Changes or modification not expressly approved
by Fujitsu PC Corporation could void this user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
FCC NOTICES
Notice to Users of Radios and Television
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
■
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
■
Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
■
Connect the equipment into an outlet that is on
a different circuit than the receiver.
■
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
Shielded interconnect cables must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device.
Notice to Users of the US Telephone Network
The LifeBook™E Series notebook computers may be
supplied with an internal modem which complies
with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On this notebook is
a label that contains the FCC Registration Number
and the Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this
equipment among other information. If requested,
the user must provide their telephone company with
the following information:
1. The telephone number to which the notebook
is connected.
2. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for
this equipment.
3. That the equipment requires a standard modular
jack type USOC RJ-11C which is FCC
Part 68 compliant.
4. The FCC Registration Number.
This equipment is designed to be connected to the
telephone network or premises wiring using a standard
modular jack type USOC RJ-11C which is FCC Part 68
compliant and a line cord between the modem and the
telephone network with a minimum of 26AWG.
The REN is used to determine the number of devices
that you may connect to your telephone line and still
have all of those devices ring when your number is
called. Too many devices on one line may result in
failure to ring in response to an incoming call. In most,
but not all, areas the sum of the RENs of all of the
devices should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of
the number of devices you may connect to your line,
as determined by the RENs, contact your local
telephone company.
If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, your telephone company may discontinue your
service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you
in advance. If advance notice is not practical they will
notify you as soon as possible. You will also be advised
of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.
This fax modem also complies with fax branding
requirements per FCC Part 68.
Your telephone company will probably ask you to disconnect this equipment from the telephone network
until the problem is corrected and you are sure that
the equipment is not malfunctioning. This equipment
may not be used on coin service telephones provided
by your telephone company. Connection to party lines
is subject to state tariffs. Contact your state’s public
utility commission, public service commission or
corporation commission for more information.
This equipment includes automatic dialing capability.
When programming and/or making test calls to
emergency numbers:
■
Remain on the line and briefly explain to the
dispatcher the reason for the call.
■
Perform such activities in off-peak hours, such
as early morning or late evening.
FCC rules prohibit the use of non-hearing aid
compatible telephones in the following locations
or applications:
■
All public or semipublic coin-operated or credit
card telephones.
■
Elevators, highways, tunnels (automobile, subway,
railroad or pedestrian) where a person with
impaired hearing might be isolated in an emergency.
■
Places where telephones are specifically installed
to alert emergency authorities such as fire, police
or medical assistance personnel.
■
Hospital rooms, residential health care facilities,
convalescent homes and prisons.
■
Workstations for the hearing impaired.
■
Hotel, motel or apartment lobbies.
■
Stores where telephones are used by patrons
to order merchandise.
■
Public transportation terminals where telephones
are used to call taxis or to reserve lodging or
rental cars.
■
In hotel and motel rooms as at least ten percent
of the rooms must contain hearing aid compatible
telephones or jacks for plug-in hearing aid compatible telephones which will be provided to hearing
impaired customers on request.
DOC (INDUSTRY CANADA) NOTICES
Notice to Users of Radios and Television
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements
of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulations.
CET appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes
les exigence du Réglement sur le matérial brouilleur
du Canada.
Notice to Users of the Canadian
Telephone Network
The Canadian Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the
equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements.
The Department does not guarantee the equipment
will operate to the user’s satisfaction.
The LifeBook E Series notebook computers are
supplied with an internal modem which complies
with the Industry Canada certification standards for
telecommunication network protection and safety
requirements. Before connecting this equipment to
a telephone line the user should ensure that it is permissible to connect this equipment to the local telecommunication facilities. The user should be aware
that compliance with the certification standards does
not prevent service degradation in some situations.
Repairs to telecommunication equipment should be
made by a Canadian authorized maintenance facility. Any
repairs or alterations not expressly approved by Fujitsu
™
PC Corporation or any equipment failures may give the
telecommunication company cause to request the user to
disconnect the equipment from the telephone line.
The connecting arrangement code for this equipment
is CA11A.
The Load Number is 0.4.
The Load Number assigned to each telephone terminal
device denotes the percentage of the total load to be
connected to a telephone loop or circuit which is used
by the device to prevent overloading. The termination
on a loop may consist of any combination of devices
such that the total of the load numbers of all devices
does not exceed 100.
CAUT ION
For safety, users should ensure that the
electrical ground of the power utility, the
telephone lines and the metallic water
pipes are connected together. Users should
NOT attempt to make such connections
themselves but should contact the
appropriate electric inspection authority
or electrician. This may be particularly
important in rural areas.
Avis Aux Utilisateurs Du Réseau
Téléphonique Canadien
L’étiquette canadienne Industrie Canada identifie
l’équipement certifié. Cette certification signifie
que l’équipement satisfait certaines normes de
protection, d’exploitation et de sécurité des réseaux
de télécommunications. Le département ne garantit
pas le fonctionnement de l’équipement à la
satisfaction de l’utilisateur.
La série LifeBookTME possède un modem
interne conforme aux normes de certification
d’Industrie Canada pour protéger les réseaux
de télécommunications et satisfaire aux normes
de sécurité. Avant de connecter cet équipement à une
ligne téléphonique, l’utilisateur doit vérifier s’il est
permis de connecter cet équipement aux installations
de télécommunications locales. L’utilisateur est averti
que même la conformité aux normes de certification
ne peut dans certains cas empêcher la dégradation
du service.
Les réparations de l’équipement de télécommunications
doivent être effectuées par un service de maintenance
agréé au Canada. Toute réparation ou modification, qui
n’est pas expressément approuvée par Fujitsu PC Corp.,
ou toute défaillance de l’équipement peut entraîner
la compagnie de télécommunications à exiger que
l’utilisateur déconnecte l’équipement de la ligne
téléphonique.
Le code d’arrangement de connexion de cet
équipement est CA11A.
Le numéro de charge est 0.4.
Le numéro de charge assigné à chaque terminal
téléphonique indique le pourcentage de la charge
totale pouvant être connecté à une boucle ou à un
circuit téléphonique, utilisé par ce périphérique afin de
prévenir toute surcharge. La terminaison d’une boucle
peut être constituée de n’importe quelle combinaison
de périphériques de sorte que le total de numéros de
charge de tous les périphériques n’excède pas 100.
A VERTISSEMENT
Pour assurer la sécurité, les utilisateurs
doivent vérifier que la prise de terre du
service d’électricité, les lignes télphoniques
et les conduites d’eau métalliques sont
connectées ensemble. Les utilisateurs NE
doivent PAS tenter d’établir ces connexions
eux-mêmes, mais doivent contacter
les services d’inspection d’installations
électriques appropriés ou un électricien.
Ceci peut être particulièrement important
en régions rurales.
UL NOTICE (FOR AUTHORIZED REPAIR TECHNICIANS ONLY)
CAUTION: For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only
with the same type and rating fuse.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if CMOS battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended
by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturer’s instruction.
WARNING: CMOS and NiCAD batteries may explode if mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
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Table of Contents
T able of Contents
PREFACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
SECTION ONE
SETTING UP YOUR LIFEBOOK
E SERIES FROM FUJITSU
Unpacking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Overview of LifeBook E Series Features . . . . 4
Component Identification . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . . 7
Left-side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . 8
Right-side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . 9
Rear Panel Components. . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
SECTION TWO
STARTING YOUR LIFEBOOK E SERIES
FOR THE FIRST TIME
Power Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Adjusting the Keyboard Angle . . . . . . . . 15
Starting Your Notebook for the First Time. . 16
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Registering Your LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . 22
Learning About Your Operating System
and Application Software. . . . . . . . . . 24
Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Restarting Your Notebook. . . . . . . . . . . 25
SECTION THREE
USING YOUR LIFEBOOK E SERIES
FROM FUJITSU
Status Indicator Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Integrated Pointing Device . . . . . . . . . . 32
Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Floppy Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
SuperDisk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
CD-ROM Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
DVD Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Hard Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Internal Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Internal LAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Infrared Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Pre-installed Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Agate Tioman ProSwap . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Phoenix NoteDock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Data Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
SECTION FOUR
CONFIGURING YOUR LIFEBOOK
E SERIES FROM FUJITSU
Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Identifying the Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
BIOS Setup Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Navigating Through the Setup Utility . . . . 71
Main Menu – Setting Standard
System Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Advanced Menu – Setting Device
Feature Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Security Menu – Setting the
Security Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Power Menu – Setting Power
Management Feature Controls . . . . . 107
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Boot Menu – Selecting the
Operating System Source . . . . . . . . . 115
Info Menu – Displaying Basic
System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Exit Menu – Leaving the Setup Utility . . . 121
Setting Up Your Save-To-Disk
File Allocation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
SECTION FIVE
USER INSTALLABLE FEATURES
Multi-function Bay Devices . . . . . . . . . 129
PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Parallel Port Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Serial Port Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
USB Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Stereo Line In Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Telephone Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Ethernet Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Mouse or Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
External Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Theft Prevention Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
External Installation of a
Floppy Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Memory Upgrade Module. . . . . . . . . . 141
LANdock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
SECTION SIX
TROUBLESHOOTING
Identifying the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Power On Self Test Messages . . . . . . . . 170
Emergency CD-ROM/DVD Tray Release . . 173
Modem Setup and Commands . . . . . . . 173
Recovery CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
SECTION SEVEN
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Caring for Your Notebook . . . . . . . . . . 178
Increasing Battery Life . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Caring for Your Batteries . . . . . . . . . . 179
APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
LifeBook E Series Specifications. . . . . . . 182
Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Popular Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
APPENDIX B GLOSSARY
Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
INDEX
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
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LifeBook E Series from Fujitsu
Preface
Preface
PREFACE
The LifeBook E Series from Fujitsu PC
Corporation is a powerful notebook computer.
It is powered by an Intel Pentium II microprocessor, has a built-in color display, a vast array of
possible configurations and brings the computing power of desktop personal computers (PCs)
to a portable environment.
This manual explains how to operate your
LifeBook E Series’ hardware and built-in
system software. The LifeBook E Series
is compatible with the IBM
It comes with Windows 95, Windows 98,
or Windows NT 4.0 pre-installed.
A LifeBook E Series is a completely selfcontained unit with an active-matrix (TFT)
color LCD display. It has a powerful interface
that enables it to support a variety of optional
features. (Figure P-1.)
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®
PC AT.
CONVENTIONS USED IN THE GUIDE
Screen examples in this manual are intended as
examples only, and screen and file names may
differ in actual use.
Messages displayed by the LifeBook E Series
appear in Courier type.
Example: Shutdown the computer?
Keyboard keys are shown in boldface
Helvetica type.
Example: Fn, F1, Esc, and Ctrl.
Pages with additional information about a specific topic are cross-referenced within the text.
Example: (See page xx.)
POINT
The point icon highlights information
that will enhance your understanding of
the subject material.
CAUTION
The caution icon highlights information
that is important to your safety, to the
safe operation of your computer, or to
the integrity of your files. Please read all
caution information carefully.
FDD Adapter
PCMCIA Card
Bay 1 Devices
LifeBook E Series from Fujitsu
Printer
LifeBook E Series from Fujitsu
External Monitor
External Keyboard, Mouse,
or Numeric Keypad
Preface
Bay 2 Devices
RAM
Power Adapter
Headphone and Mic
Figure P-1 LifeBook E Series with Both Fujitsu
and Third Party Options
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Preface
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Setting Up Your LifeBook E Series
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Overview of LifeBook E Series Features . . . . 4
Component Identification . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . . 7
Left-side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . 8
Right-side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . 9
Rear Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Section One
Section One
SECTION ONE
SETTING UP YOUR LIFEBOOK
E SERIES FROM FUJITSU
This section describes how to set up your
LifeBook E Series from Fujitsu. We strongly
recommend that you read it before using your
notebook – even if you are already familiar with
notebook computers.
UNPACKING
When you receive your notebook, unpack it
carefully, and compare the parts you have
received with the items listed below and with
your packing label.
For a standard configuration you should have:
(Your configuration may be different.)
■
LifeBook E Series from Fujitsu.
(Figure 1-1.)
■
AC adapter with AC power cord (located in
the accessories box). (Figure 1-2.)
■
Modular Lithium ion battery. (Already
installed in Multi-function Bay 1 of
your notebook.)
2
■
Modular 24x maximum CD-ROM drive.
(Already installed in Multi-function Bay 2
of your notebook.)
■
Modular 3.5" floppy disk drive (located in the
accessories box). (Figure 1-4.)
■
Battery adapter for Multi-function Bay 2
(located in the accessories box.) (Figure 1-3.)
■
Weight Saver for Multi-function Bay 2
(located in the accessories box.)(Figure 1-5.)
■
RJ-11 cable (located in the accessories box).
■
Getting Started Guide and User’s Guide.
■
Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98 or
Windows NT 4.0 Manual.
■
Registration card and customer
information pack.
■
Recovery CD-ROM
(located in the accessories box).
Figure 1-1 LifeBook E Series Notebook
Figure 1-2 AC Adapter Unit
POINT
You may have different options than
those listed if you have a built-to-order
LifeBook E Series.
Setting Up Your LifeBook E Series
LifeBook E Series from Fujitsu
Figure 1-3 Battery Adapter for Multi-function Bay 2
Figure 1-4 Floppy Disk Drive
Your LifeBook may have other optional devices
depending on your built-to-order specifications.
Please take a moment now to locate your packing slip and circle or enter the options that
apply to your LifeBook specifications in the
space to the right.
Once you have checked and confirmed that
your notebook system is complete, read
through the component identification section
and learn about the features of your LifeBook.
Figure 1-5 Weight Saver
(for Multi-function Bay 2 only)
Date Purchased: ________________________
Model Number: ________________________
CPU:@233Mhz@266Mhz@300Mhz
LCD:@XGA (1024x768)@SVGA (800x600)
SDRAM:@32MB@64MB@96MB@160MB*
HDD:@3.2GB@4.0GB@5.0GB@6.4GB
Communications Port:
V.90 Modem@Fast Ethernet Module
@
None
@
Multi-function Bay Devices:
Floppy Disk Drive FPCFDD05
@
SuperDisk
@
Iomega Zip 100 Drive FPCZIP03
@
CD-ROM Drive FPCCD09
@
DVD Drive FPCDVD04
@
Lithium ion Battery FPCBP14
@
Secondary Hard Drive FPCHDD17
@
Weight Saver FPCBB01
@
Floppy Disk Drive FPCFDA03
@
™
120 FPCLS02
Adapter for external
FDD connection
Integrated Pointing Devices:
ErgoTrac
@
Touchpad Pointing Device
@
*Availability depends on Qual of 128MB DIMMS
™
Pointing Device
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Section One
OVERVIEW OF LIFEBOOK E SERIES
FEATURES AND OPTIONS
The LifeBook E Series is a compact, yet powerful
notebook computer available with standard features including: (See Appendix A, pages 182-186,
and your packing label for detailed information
on individual models and Built-to-order options.)
■
233MHz, 266MHz or 300Mhz Intel
Pentium II processor.
■
32MB SDRAM on-board, expandable
to 160MB via expansion slot.
■
12.1" or 13.3" active-matrix
display with 800 x 600 or
1024 x 768 resolution.
■
2MB on-board video RAM.
■
DMI 2.0 compliant.
■
Built-in 3.2GB, 4.0GB or 5.0GB hard drive.
■
Multi-function Bays which support
the following optional features:
■
Lithium ion battery
(one included with all models).
■
3.5" floppy disk drive (for Bay 1 only).
■
24x maximum CD-ROM drive
(for Bay 2 only).
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(TFT) color
■
Optional SuperDisk™120 (for Bay 1 only).
■
Optional 1.5-speed maximum DVD-ROM
drive (for Bay 2 only).
■
Optional Second hard drive (for Bay 2 only).
■
Optional Iomega Zip 100 drive
(for Bay 2 only).
■
Optional Second Lithium ion battery
(for Bay 1 and Bay 2 with adapter).
■
Optional Floppy Disk Drive Adapter
for external FDD connection.
■
Weight Saver (for Bay 2 only).
Depending on your specific model number
or your Built-to-order options you may have
one of the following:
■
Internal V.90 56K fax/data/voice modem with
built-in telephony support.
CAUTION
The internal modem is designed to
the ITU-T V.90 standard. Its maximum
speed is 56000bps at download theoretically 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.
CAUTION
The internal modems on all Fujitsu
notebooks from Fujitsu PC Corporation
are not qualified for use with telephone
systems outside the United States and
Canada and may not operate in other
countries.
Setting Up Your LifeBook E Series
LifeBook E Series from Fujitsu
■
Internal Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-T/Tx) network interface card with RJ-45 connector.
■
No Modem or LAN.
■
Full audio and video features:
■
16-bit SoundBlaster-compatible sound chip.
■
3D-Stereo for multiple speaker effect.
■
Zoomed Video support for full motion video
acceleration. (With Windows 95 and
Windows 98 only.)
■
Built-in stereo speakers.
■
Built-in mono microphone.
■
Stereo line in jack.
■
Stereo headphone jack.
■
Microphone jack.
■
Two Type II/one Type III PC Card slot.
■
Fast IrDA (4Mbps) compatible infrared port
for wireless data transfer. (With Windows 95
and Windows 98 only.)
■
Integrated ErgoTrac™or Touchpad pointing
device for customized comfort and
cursor control.
■
External monitor support with simultaneous
display capabilities.
■
Full-size keyboard with three dedicated
Windows keys.
■
Hot swap connection for an external
keyboard or an external mouse.
■
USB device support. (With Windows 95
and Windows 98 only.)
■
Bridge battery for warm-swapping
capabilities for batteries.
■
Standard pre-installed software:
(Pre-installed software will vary depending
on your specific model number or your
Built-to-order specifications.)
■
Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98 or
Windows NT 4.0 operating system.
■
LapLink for file transfer via modem, cable or
infrared port. (With Windows 95 and
Windows 98 only.)
■
PMSet 98 (Windows 98) or PowerPanel
(Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 95) for
system power management.
■
Agate Tioman HotSwap for hot-swapping
functionality in Multi-function bays (with
Windows 95 and Windows 98 only).
■
NoteDock for hot-docking/undocking
support and hot-swapping functionality
in the Multi-function bays (with Windows
NT 4.0 only).
■
Card Executive for PCMCIA card support
(with Windows NT 4.0 only).
■
PC-Doctor for system diagnostics.
■
NAI McAfee VirusScan for virus protection.
■
ESS AudioRack for 3D-Stereo, audio CD and
other audio controls (with Windows 95 and
Windows 98 only).
■
Standard user-install software:
■
AT&T WorldNet Service (with Windows 95
and Windows 98 only).
■
AOL (Windows 95 and Windows 98 only).
■
Netscape Communicator.
■
Internet Explorer (with Windows 95 and
Windows NT 4.0 only). (Note: Explore
comes intergrated in Windows 98).
POINT
McAfee VirusScan, PC-Doctor and
Netscape Communicator are available on
all three operating systems (Windows 95,
Windows 98 and Windows NT 4.0).
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Section One
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
For detailed specifications on each model refer
to Appendix A on pages 182–186.
Display Panel
Status Indicator Panel
Keyboard
TM
ErgoTrac
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pointing device
Multi-function Bay 1
Multi-function Bay 2
Display Panel Latch
Built-in Microphone
Brightness Control
Suspend/Resume Button
Closed Cover Switch
Figure 1-6 LifeBook E Series with Display Open
Setting Up Your LifeBook E Series
LifeBook E Series from Fujitsu
TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTS
Display Panel Latch
This latch locks and releases the display panel.
When the display panel is released it pops up
slightly to make it easier to open. (Figure 1-6.)
Display Panel
This is a color LCD panel with back lighting for
the display of text and graphics. (Figure 1-6.)
Brightness Control
The brightness control adjusts the overall
intensity of the display panel back lighting.
(Figure 1-6.)
Built-in Microphone
The built-in microphone allows mono audio
input to your notebook. (Figure 1-6.)
Status Indicator Panel
An LCD display of the status of the power state
and source, Suspend mode, battery charge (battery in either Multi-function Bay), floppy disk
drive activity, hard drive or zip drive activity,
CD-ROM drive activity, PC Card activity,
CapsLock, NumLk and Scr Lk. (Figure 1-6.)
Stereo Speakers
The built-in dual speakers output stereo sound
from the notebook. (Figure 1-6)
Suspend/Resume Button
The Suspend/Resume button allows you to suspend notebook activity without turning off the
notebook power, and to return it to an active
state. This feature saves power, and is particularly useful when the notebook is running only
on battery power. (See pages 48-53 and 107-112
for more information on power management.)
(Figure 1-6.)
Closed Cover Switch
The closed cover switch turns off the LCD back
lighting when the display panel is closed, thus
saving power. This switch also behaves as a
Suspend/Resume button, when the closed
cover switch is set to Suspend/Resume in the
BIOS Setup Utility. (see pages 95-102 for more
information on the BIOS Setup Utility)
(Figure 1-6.)
CAUTION
Be sure you know which settings are
active for your Suspend/Resume button
before you use it. Misuse can result in
data loss. (See the Power Savings Menu
of the BIOS setup utility, pages 107-112,
for more information.)
Keyboard
A full-size keyboard with dedicated Windows
keys for input into the notebook.
(Figure 1-6.)
Pointing Device
The pointing device is a mouse-like cursor
control system with two click buttons.
(Figure 1-6.)
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Multi-function Bay One
This bay accommodates the following optional
and standard devices:
■
Lithium ion battery.
■
Optional SuperDisk 120
■
3.5" floppy disk drive.
Multi-function Bay Two
This bay accommodates the following optional
and standard devices:
■
24x maximum CD-ROM drive.
■
Optional 1.5-speed maximum
DVD-ROM drive.
■
Lithium ion battery mounted in the
Battery adapter for Multi-function Bay 2
(a second battery can be purchased separately for a dual battery configuration).
■
Optional 5.0 GB Second hard drive.
■
Optional Iomega Zip 100 Drive.
■
Weight Saver.
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POINT
The Weight Saver option for Multi-function Bay 2 is meant to fill the bay when
no other device is installed. It is not recommended that you use your LifeBook
with no device in either of the Multifunction Bays.
PC Card Eject Buttons
PC Card Lock
PC Card Slots
Figure 1-7 LifeBook E Series Left-side Panel
External FDD
connector
Communications port
LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS
PC Card Slot
The PC Card Slot allows you to install two Type
I or Type II PC Cards or one Type III PC Card.
(See pages 135-137 for more information on PC
Cards.) The button to the left of the card slot
locks the card(s) in place, and the buttons
to the right of the slot eject the card(s) from
the slot. (Figure 1-7.)
Communications Port
The communications port may be configured
with either an RJ-11 telephone jack for an
internal 56K modem or an RJ-45 jack for an
internal Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-T/Tx) port.
Check your packing sheet to see which option
(if any) you have on your LifeBook.
(Figure 1-7.)
External Floppy Disk Drive Port
A port for attaching an optional external floppy
disk drive with adapter. This allows you to connect an optional floppy disk drive when the
Multi-function bays are being used for other
purposes. (Figure 1-7.)
POINT
Your LifeBook may be configured with
no device in the Communications port
if you specified as such in your built-toorder options.
Setting Up Your LifeBook E Series
LifeBook E Series from Fujitsu
RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS
Theft Prevention Lock Slot
This is a slot that allows you to attach
a physical lock down device. (Figure 1-8.)
POINT
Windows NT 4.0 does not support USB
devices at this time.
Stereo Line
In Jack
Headphone Jack
Volume
Control
Microphone
Jack
USB
Port
Figure 1-8 LifeBook E Series Right-side Panel
Power Switch
Fan
DC Power Jack
Theft Prevention
Lock Slot
DC Power Jack
The DC power jack allows you to plug in the
AC adapter or the optional auto/airline adapter.
(Figure 1-8.)
Power Switch
This switch is the main power switch for your
notebook. (Figure 1-8.)
USB Port
This port allows you to connect Universal
Serial Bus devices, such as external game pads,
pointing devices, keyboards and speakers.
(Figure 1-8.)
Microphone Jack
The microphone jack allows you to connect an
external mono microphone. (Figure 1-8.)
CAUTION
FAN: Do not block the circulation
of air flow.
Stereo Line In Jack
The stereo line in jack allows you to connect an
external audio source to your notebook, like an
audio cassette player. This jack will not support
an external microphone. (Figure 1-8.)
Headphone Jack
You can connect headphones or powered
external speakers to the headphone jack.
(Figure 1-8.)
Volume Control
The volume control is a knob which provides
manual control of the sound level of all audio
output from your notebook. (Figure 1-8.)
CAUTION
There are also software volume controls.
The knob setting and the software
settings will interact. Software volume
off will override the knob setting and
the software volume setting will control
the maximum knob setting. (See Volume
Control on page 37 for more information.)
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Section One
PS/2 Port
Docking Port
External
Monitor Port
Serial Port
Parallel Port
Slide Panel
Connector Cover
Infrared Port
Figure 1-9 LifeBook E Series Rear Panel
REAR PANEL COMPONENTS
PS/2 Port
The port allows you to connect an external PS/2
keyboard, mouse, or numeric keypad.
(Figure 1-9.)
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Docking Port
This port is for connection to an optional port
replicator or docking station. The connector
cover must be closed and the sliding panel fully
opened to reveal the docking port and the
PS/2 port when connecting a port replicator
or a docking station. (Figure 1-9.)
CAUTION
The cover – which closes over the ports
on the rear of the notebook – can be
damaged if it is left open when the
notebook is moved around.
POINT
Windows NT 4.0 does not support
infrared communications.
Serial Port
The serial port allows you to connect serial
RS-232C devices, such as serial printers or
serial scanners. (This is also sometimes
referred to as a COM port.) (Figure 1-9.)
Parallel Port
The parallel port allows you to connect
parallel devices, such as a parallel printer
to your notebook. (This is also sometimes
referred to as a LPT port.) (Figure 1-9.)
External Monitor Port
This port allows you to connect an external
VGA or SVGA monitor. (Figure 1-9.)
Infrared Port
The fast IrDA 1.1 (4Mbps) compatible port
allows you to communicate with another IrDA
compatible infrared device without a cable.
(See page 47 for more information.)
(Figure 1-9.)
Setting Up Your LifeBook E Series
LifeBook E Series from Fujitsu
BOTTOM COMPONENTS
Tilt Adjustment Feet
These are a pair of feet which flip down and
hold the back of the notebook approximately
6° higher than the front when resting on a flat
surface. They are designed to make using your
notebook keyboard more comfortable.
(Figure 1-10.)
Main Unit and Configuration Label
This label shows the model number and other
information about your notebook. In addition
the configuration portion of the label has the
serial number and manufacturer information
that you will need to give your support representative so that he or she can help you. It identifies the exact version of various components
of your notebook. (Figure 1-10.)
Memory Upgrade Compartment
This compartment houses the memory upgrade
module which allows you to expand the system
memory capacity of your notebook. (See pages
141-144 for more information on installing
added memory capacity.) (Figure 1-10.)
Multi-function Bay 1 Release Button
This is the release to allow removal and
installation of devices in Multi-function Bay 1.
(Figure 1-10.)
Multi-function Bay 1
This compartment is accessed from the front of
your notebook. (See Figure 1-6 on page 6.)
Multi-function Bay 2 Release Button
This is the release to allow removal and
installation of devices in Multi-function Bay 2.
(Figure 1-10.)
Multi-function Bay 2
This compartment is accessed from the front of
your notebook. (See Figure 1-6 on page 6.)
Hard Drive Compartment
This compartment houses the primary
hard drive. (See Figure 1-10.)
Adjustment
Memory
Upgrade
Compartment
Multi-function Bay 2
Release Button
Multi-function Bay 1
Figure 1-10 LifeBook E Series Bottom
Tilt
Feet
Main Unit
Label
Release Button
HDD
Compartment
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Section One
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Starting Your LifeBook E Series from Fujitsu
Power Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Adjusting the Keyboard Angle . . . . . . . . 15
Starting Your Notebook
for the First Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Registering Your LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . 22
Learning About Your Operating System
and Application Software . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Restarting Your Notebook . . . . . . . . . . 25
Section Two
Section Two
SECTION TWO
STARTING YOUR LIFEBOOK
E SERIES FROM FUJITSU
This section describes the processes of starting
your LifeBook for the first time, initial software
setup and registration.
POWER SOURCES
Your notebook has four possible power sources:
the primary Lithium ion battery; an optional
dual Lithium ion battery configuration; the AC
adapter; or an optional auto/airline adapter.
Connecting the Power Adapters
The AC adapter or an optional auto/airline
adapter provides power for operating your
notebook and charging the batteries.
(Figure 2-1.)
To Connect the AC Adapter
1. Plug the DC Output cable of the AC
adapter into the DC Power jack on the
right-side panel of your notebook.
2. Plug the AC adapter into an AC
electrical outlet.
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Figure 2-1 Connecting the AC Adapter
To Connect the Optional Auto/airline Adapter
1. Plug the DC Output cable into the DC
Power jack on the right-side panel of
your notebook.
2. Plug the auto/airline adapter plug into the
cigarette lighter of a car or other vehicle
with the ignition key in the On or the
Accessories position or into the DC
Power jack on an airplane seat.
To Switch From AC Adapter Power
To Battery Power
1. Be sure that you have at least one charged
battery installed.
2. Remove the AC or auto/airline adapter.
CAUTION
The primary Lithium ion battery is not
charged when you purchase your notebook. Initially you will need to connect the
AC adapter or the auto/airline adapter to
use it. If you purchase a second Lithium
ion battery it will not be charged when
you get it. You will need to charge it prior
to use. It can take up to three (3) hours to
charge a single battery if your notebook
is turned off or is in Suspend mode. If
your notebook is in use it can take up
to nine (9) hours or more to charge a
single battery.
Starting Your LifeBook E Series
LifeBook E Series from Fujitsu
DISPLAY PANEL
Opening the Display Panel
Lifting the latch releases the top of the display
panel from the front of the notebook body.
When the display panel is released it pops up
slightly to make it easier to open. Lift the display panel backward until the screen is at a
comfortable viewing angle. (Figure 2-2.)
Adjusting the Display Panel
Before you turn on your notebook, you may
want to adjust the brightness level of the screen.
Start with the brightness control slider (located
directly under the display screen) in the middle
position. (Figure 2-3.)
Figure 2-2 Opening the Display Panel
Figure 2-3 Adjusting the Display
You may need to adjust the brightness levels
after you start your notebook and periodically
for different operating environments.
POINT
The higher the brightness level, the more
power the notebook will consume and
the faster your batteries will discharge.
For maximum battery life, make sure that
the brightness is set as low as possible.
ADJUSTING THE KEYBOARD ANGLE
On the bottom of your notebook, near the
back, are a pair of feet which flip down and
hold the back of the notebook about 6° higher
than the front when resting on a flat surface.
They are designed to make it more comfortable
to use the keyboard with your notebook. The
feet must be folded flat against the bottom
of the notebook when opening or using the
CD-ROM drive or it will not open or
operate properly.
CAUTION
Do not operate your CD-ROM drive
or attempt to open the tray unless your
notebook is sitting on a flat surface and
the adjustment feet are folded against
the bottom of the notebook. Using a
CD-ROM drive when it is not level
may damage the drive or prevent
proper operation.
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Section Two
STARTING YOUR NOTEBOOK
FOR THE FIRST TIME
Power On
The power switch is located on the right side of
your notebook. This switch is used to turn On
the computer from its Off state. Once you have
connected your AC adapter or have charged the
internal Lithium ion Battery, you can power On
your notebook.
CAUTION
The main Lithium ion battery is not
charged when you purchase your notebook. Initially you will need to connect
the AC adapter to use it. If you purchase
an optional second Lithium ion battery, it
will not be charged when you get it, you
will need to charge it prior to use.
Facing the keyboard and display panel, move the
power switch towards the rear of your notebook.
This is the On position. (See Figure 2-4.) When
you are done working you can leave your note-
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Figure 2-4 Power On
book in Suspend mode, (see page 49), or you can
turn it off. The power switch moved toward the
front of your notebook is in the Off position.
(See the section Power Off, pages 24-25, for the
recommended shutoff procedures.)
CAUTION
Do not carry your notebook around
with the power on or subject it to shocks
or vibration, as you risk damaging
your notebook.
CAUTION
When you turn on your notebook be
sure you have a power source. This
means that at least one battery is
installed and charged, or that the AC
adapter or the auto/airline adapter is
connected and has power.
When the power switch is turned on, your
notebook carries out a Power On Self Test
(POST) to check the internal parts and configuration. If a fault is found a beep will sound
and/or an error message will be displayed.
(See Troubleshooting on pages 170-172) Depending on the nature of the problem you may be
able to continue by starting the operating
system or by entering the BIOS setup utility
and revising the settings.
After satisfactory completion of the Power On
Self Test (POST) your notebook will load your
operating system. (See Boot Menu on pages 115-
116 to see which kind of disk will be the source.)
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