Fujitsu LifeBook E6150, LifeBook E6520, LifeBook E6530, LifeBook E6550 User Manual

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Fujitsu PC Corporation has made every effort to ensure the accuracy and completeness of this document. However, as ongoing development efforts are continually improving the capabilities of our products, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the contents of this document. We disclaim liability for errors, omissions, or future changes.

Fujitsu and the Fujitsu logo are registered trademarks and LifeBook is a trademark of Fujitsu Limited.

ErgoTrac is a trademark of Fujitsu PC Corporation.

SuperDisk is a trademark of Fujitsu PC Corporation.

The following are registered trademarks of IBM Corporation: IBM, IBM PC AT, IBM PS/2.

The following are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation: MS, MS-DOS, Windows.

PCMCIA is a trademark of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association.

BaySwap is a registered trademark of Phoenix Technologies, Ltd.

Intel, Pentium and SpeedStep are registered trademarks and Celeron is a trademark of Intel Corporation.

Adobe Acrobat Reader is a registered trademark of Adobe System Inc.

Netscape Communicator is a registered trademark of Netscape Communications Corporation.

CompuServe and AOL is a registered trademark of American Online Inc.

PC-Doctor is a trademark of Watergate Software, Inc.

LapLink is a registered trademark of Traveling Software Inc.

McAfee VirusScan is a registered trademark of NAI.

EarthLink is a registered trademark of Earthlink Network, Inc.

All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners.

© Copyright 2000 Fujitsu PC Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be copied, reproduced, or translated, without prior written consent of Fujitsu PC Corporation. No part of this publication may be stored or transmitted in any electronic form without the written consent of Fujitsu PC Corporation.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

according to FCC Part 15

Responsible Party Name: Fujitsu PC Corporation

Address: 5200 Patrick Henry Drive

Santa Clara, CA 95054

Telephone: (408) 982-9500

Declares that product: Model Configurations:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operations are subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device must not be allowed to cause harmful interference, (2) This device must accept any

interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

LifeBook E6550 LifeBook E6530 LifeBook E6520 LifeBook E6150

Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

LifeBook E Series

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:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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Connect the equipment into an outlet that is on a different circuit than the receiver.

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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Shielded interconnect cables must be employed with this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device.

Notice to Users of the US Telephone Network

Your LifeBook may be supplied with an internal modem which complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On this notebook is a label that contains the FCC Registration Number and the Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment among other information. If requested, the user must provide their telephone company with the following information:

1. The telephone number to which the notebook is connected.

2. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment.

3. That the equipment requires a standard modular jack type USOC RJ-11C which is FCC Part 68 compliant.

4. The FCC Registration Number.

This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a standard modular jack type USOC RJ-11C which is FCC Part 68 compliant and a line cord between the modem and the telephone network with a minimum of 26AWG.

The REN is used to determine the number of devices that you may connect to your telephone line and still have all of those devices ring when your number is called. Too many devices on one line may result in failure to ring in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all, areas the sum of the RENs of all of the devices should not exceed five (5). To be certain of the number of devices you may connect to your line, as determined by the RENs, contact your local telephone company.

If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, your telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in advance. If advance notice is not practical they will notify you as soon as possible. You will also be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.

This fax modem also complies with fax branding requirements per FCC Part 68.

Your telephone company will probably ask you to disconnect this equipment from the telephone network until the problem is corrected and you are sure that the equipment is not malfunctioning. This equipment may not be used on coin-operated telephones provided by your telephone company. Connection to party lines is subject to state tariffs. Contact your state’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:

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Remain on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for the call.

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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:

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All public or semipublic coin-operated or credit card telephones.

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Elevators, highways, tunnels (automobile, subway, railroad or pedestrian) where a person with impaired hearing might be isolated in an emergency.

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Places where telephones are specifically installed to alert emergency authorities such as fire, police or medical assistance personnel.

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Hospital rooms, residential health care facilities, convalescent homes and prisons.

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Workstations for the hearing impaired.

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Hotel, motel or apartment lobbies.

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Stores where telephones are used by patrons to order merchandise.

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Public transportation terminals where telephones are used to call taxis or to reserve lodging or rental cars.

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In hotel and motel rooms as at least ten percent of the rooms must contain hearing aid compatible telephones or jacks for plug-in hearing aid compatible telephones which will be provided to hearing impaired customers on request.

DOC (INDUSTRY CANADA) NOTICES

Notice to Users of Radios and Television

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian InterferenceCausing Equipment Regulations.

CET appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes les exigence du Réglement sur le matérial brouilleur du Canada.

Repairs to telecommunication equipment should be made by a Canadian authorized maintenance facility. Any repairs or alterations not expressly approved by Fujitsu™ PC Corporation or any equipment failures may give the telecommunication company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment from the telephone line.

The connecting arrangement code for this equipment is CA11A.

The Load Number is 0.2.

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.

CAUTION

For safety, users should ensure that the electrical ground of the power utility, the telephone lines and the metallic water pipes are connected together. Users should NOT attempt to make such connections themselves but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority or electrician. This may be particularly important in rural areas.

Notice to Users of the Canadian Telephone Network

The Canadian Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational, and safety requirements. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.

LifeBook computers are supplied with an internal modem which complies with the Industry Canada certification standards for telecommunication network protection and safety requirements. Before connecting this equipment to a telephone line the user should ensure that it is permissible to connect this equipment to the local telecommunication facilities. The user should be aware that compliance with the certification standards does not prevent service degradation in some situations.

Avis Aux Utilisateurs Du Réseau Téléphonique Canadien

L’étiquette canadienne Industrie Canada identifie l’équipement certifié. Cette certification signifie que l’équipement satisfait certaines normes de protection, d’exploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de télécommunications. Le département ne garantit pas le fonctionnement de l’équipement à la satisfaction de l’utilisateur.

La série LifeBookTM E possède un modem interne conforme aux normes de certification d’Industrie Canada pour protéger les réseaux de télécommunications et satisfaire aux normes de sécurité. 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.

LifeBook E Series

Les réparations de l’équipement de télécommunications doivent être eVectuées par un service de maintenance agréé au Canada. Toute réparation ou modification, qui n’est pas expressément approuvée par Fujitsu PC Corp., ou toute 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 0.2.

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 afn 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.

AVERTISSEMENT

Pour assurer la sécurité, les utilisateurs doivent véri?er 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.

WARNING

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.

Table of Contents

Fujitsu LifeBook E Series Notebook

Table of Contents

SECTION ONE

PREFACE

Preface

About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Fujitsu PC Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

SECTION TWO

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LIFEBOOK

Overview

Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

LifeBook Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Valuable LifeBook Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Popular Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Locating the Controls and Connectors

Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Left-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Right-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Rear Panel Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Battery Charging Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Drive Access Indicator . 17 Hard Drive or Removable

Media Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Floppy Disk Drive Access Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . 18

PC Card Access Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

NumLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

CapsLock Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

ScrLk Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Keyboard

Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Windows Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Cursor Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Function Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

ErgoTrac Pointing Device

Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Double-Clicking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Dragging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

ErgoTrac Control Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Touchpad Pointing Device

Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Double-Clicking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Dragging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Touchpad Control Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Status Indicator Panel

Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

AC Adapter Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Battery Level Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Volume Control

Controlling the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Setting the Hardware

Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

LifeBook E Series

Flexible Bay Devices

Removing and Installing Modular Devices . . . . . 27

LifeBook Security Application Panel

Setup Your LifeBook Security Panel . . . . . . . . . . 29

Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Operating Your LifeBook

Security Application Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Uninstalling the Security Panel Application. . . . . 31

Launching Applications with

the Security Application Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Pre-Installed Software

Learning About Your

Application Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

PC Doctor

(with Windows 98 Second Edition Only) . . . . . . 34

LapLink Professional

(with Windows 98 Second Edition Only) . . . . . . 34

McAfee VirusScan

(with Windows 98 Second Edition Only) . . . . . . 34

PMSet 98

(with Windows 98 Second Edition Only) . . . . . . 34

Adobe Acrobat Reader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

ESS AudioRack 32

(with Windows 98 Second Edition Only) . . . . . . 34

LifeBook Security Application Panel Software. . . 35

LifeBook Application Panel Software . . . . . . . . . 35

Phoenix BaySwap

(with Windows 98 Second Edition Only) . . . . . . 35

Intel SpeedStep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Starting Your LifeBook

Power ON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Boot Sequence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Booting the System with

Windows 98 Second Edition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Booting the System with

Windows 98 Second Edition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Registering Your LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Power Management

Power and Suspend/Resume Button . . . . . . . . . 44

TBD - Verify>pg. 47 by Engineering. . . . . . . . . . 44

Suspend Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Save-to-Disk Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Idle Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Standby Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Display Timeout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Hard Disk Timeout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Windows 98 Second Edition

Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Restarting the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

SECTION FOUR

USER INSTALLABLE FEATURES

Lithium ion Battery

Recharging the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Replacing the Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

SECTION THREE

GETTING STARTED

Power Sources

Connecting the Power Adapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Display Panel

Opening the Display Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Adjusting Display Panel Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Closing the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

SuperDisk™ 120 or Floppy Disk Drive

Loading a Disk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Ejecting a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Software Eject for LS-120 Disk (in models with Windows 98 Second Edition) . . 53

Preparing a Disk for Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Auto Insert Notification Function (in models with Windows 98 Second Edition) . . 54

CD-ROM Drive

Loading a CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Removing a CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Table of Contents

Auto Insert Function (in models with Windows 98 Second Edition) . . . 56

DVD/CD-ROM Drive

DVD Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Loading a DVD/CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Removing a DVD/CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Using the DVD Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Using the DVD Player on Battery Power. . . . . . . 59

Auto Insert Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Hard Disk Drive

Formatting the Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Modular Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

PC Cards

Installing PC Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Removing PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Memory Upgrade Module

Installing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . . 65

Removing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . 66

Checking the Computer Recognition

of New Memory Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Device Ports

Communications Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Parallel Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Serial Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

PS/2 Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Universal Serial Bus Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Infrared Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Wireless Infrared Mouse Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Microphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Stereo Line-In Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Headphone Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Docking Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

External Monitor Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

External Floppy Disk Drive Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Troubleshooting

Identifying the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Specific Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Troubleshooting Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Power On Self Test Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Emergency DVD/CD-ROM Tray Release . . . . . . 83

Modem Result Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Recovery CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

SECTION SIX

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Care and Maintenance

LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Floppy Disks and Drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

DVDs and CDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

SECTION SEVEN

SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications

Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Microprocessor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Video. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Mass Storage Device Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Device Ports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Dimensions and Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

SECTION FIVE

TROUBLESHOOTING

SECTION EIGHT

Glossary

Index

LifeBook E Series

Section One

Preface

About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Fujitsu PC Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Preface

LifeBook E Series

Preface

ABOUT THIS GUIDE

The LifeBook™ E Series notebook from Fujitsu PC Corporation is a powerful notebook computer. It is powered by an Intel® Pentium® or Celeron™ 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’s hardware and built-in system software. Your notebook is compatible with the IBM® PC AT.

It comes with Windows® 98 Second Edition or Windows 2000 pre-installed.

The LifeBook is a completely self-contained unit with an active-matrix (TFT) color LCD display. It has a powerful interface that enables it to support a variety of optional features.

Conventions Used in the Guide

Keyboard keys appear in brackets. Example: [FN], [F1], [ESC], [ENTER] and [CTRL].

Pages with additional information about a specific topic are cross-referenced within the text. Example: (See page xx.)

On screen buttons or menu items appear in bold Example: Click OK to restart your LifeBook.

DOS commands you enter appear in Courier type. Example: Shutdown the computer?

POINT

The point icon highlights information that will enhance your understanding of the subject material.

CAUTION

The caution icon highlights information that is important to the safe operation of your computer, or to the integrity of your files. Please read all caution information carefully.

WARNING

The warning icon highlights information that can be hazardous to either you, your LifeBook, or your files. Please read all warning information carefully.

FUJITSU PC CONTACT INFORMATION

Service and Support

You can contact Fujitsu Service and Support the following ways:

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Toll free: 1-800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487)

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Fax: 1-901-259-5700

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E-mail: 8fujitsu@fpc.fujitsu.com

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Web site: http://www.8fujitsu.com

Before you place the call, you should have the following information ready so that the customer support representative can provide you with the fastest possible solution:

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Product name

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Product configuration number

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Product serial number

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Purchase date

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Conditions under which the problem occurred

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Any error messages that have occurred

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Hardware configuration

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Type of device connected, if any

Fujitsu On-line

You can go directly to the on-line Fujitsu Product catalog for your LifeBook by clicking on the LifeBook Accessories Web site URL link, located in the Windows Start menu.

You can also reach Fujitsu Service and Support on-line by clicking on the Fujitsu Service and Support Web site URL link, located in the Service and Support Software folder of the Windows Start menu.

POINT

You must have an active internet connection to use the on-line URL links.

WARRANTY

Your LifeBook is backed by a one year International Limited Warranty and includes toll-free technical support. Check the service kit that came with your LifeBook for warranty terms and conditions.

LifeBook E Series – Section One

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Section Two

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Overview

Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

LifeBook Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Valuable LifeBook Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Popular Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Locating the Controls and Connectors

Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Left-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Right-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Rear Panel Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Status Indicator Panel

Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

AC Adapter Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Battery Level Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Battery Charging Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Drive

Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Hard Drive or Removable

Media Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Floppy Disk Drive

Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

PC Card Access Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

NumLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

CapsLock Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

ScrLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Keyboard

Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Windows Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Cursor Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Function Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

ErgoTrac Pointing Device

Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Double-Clicking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Dragging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

ErgoTrac Control Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Touchpad Pointing Device

Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Double-Clicking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Dragging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Touchpad Control Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Volume Control

Controlling the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Setting the Hardware

Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Flexible Bay Devices

Removing and Installing

Modular Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

LifeBook Security Application Panel

Setup Your LifeBook Security Panel . . . . . . . . . . 29

Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Operating Your LifeBook

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Security Application Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Uninstalling the Security

Panel Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Launching Applications with

the Security Application Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Pre-Installed Software

Learning About Your

Application Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

PC Doctor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

LapLink Professional. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

McAfee VirusScan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

PMSet 98. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Adobe Acrobat Reader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

ESS AudioRack 32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

LifeBook Security Application

Panel Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

LifeBook Application Panel Software . . . . . . . . . 35

Phoenix BayManager. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Intel SpeedStep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Figure 2-1 Fujitsu LifeBook

Overview

This section describes the components of your Fujitsu LifeBook. We strongly recommend that you read it before using your LifeBook – even if you are already familiar with notebook computers.

UNPACKING

When you receive your LifeBook, unpack it carefully, and compare the parts you have received with the items listed below.

For a pre-configured model you should have:

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Fujitsu LifeBook (Figure 2-1)

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Lithium ion battery, pre-installed

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AC adapter with AC power cord (Figure 2-2)

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Wei g ht S ave r

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Phone/ Modem (RJ-11) telephone cable

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Recovery and Application Restore CD-ROMs

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Getting Started Guide

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User’s Guide

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Product Registration card

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Product Catalog

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International Limited Warranty Brochure

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Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition Getting Started Manual (Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition pre-installed models only)

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Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Getting Started Manual (Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional pre-installed models only)

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First Cabin Registration card and envelope

Depending on your configuration these devices may also come with your LifeBook:

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DVD software CD (for models with DVD)

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IR Mouse (selected or custom configured models only)

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USB Camera and software CD (custom configured models only)

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Modular 3.5" floppy disk drive or External 3.5" floppy disk drive

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Modular SuperDisk™ 120 drive

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Modular Lithium ion battery

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Modular Hard Disk drive

Depending on your configuration, one of the following devices is installed in the Flexible Bay.

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Modular 6x DVD drive

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Modular 4x/4x/20x max CD-RW drive

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Modular 24x max CD-ROM drive

Once you have checked and confirmed that your LifeBook system is complete, read through the following pages to learn about all of your LifeBook’s components.

Figure 2-2 AC Adapter

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LIFEBOOK FEATURES

The Fujitsu LifeBook is a compact, yet powerful notebook computer available with a variety of features, including: (See Specifications on page 95 for more infor-

mation)

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Latest high-speed Intel mobile processor

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100MHz SDRAM system memory

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Clear, bright TFT display

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Lithium ion battery

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Built-in 12GB, 9GB or 6GB hard drive

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ATI Mobility-P video, 4MB of video RAM

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External monitor support with simultaneous display capabilities

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Dual monitor support

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LifeBook Security Application Panel

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Communication Port which supports one of the following:

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Internal 56K fax/data/voice modem with V.90 support

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Internal Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-T) network interface card with RJ-45 connector

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Flexible Bay which can support the following devices:

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6x DVD drive

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4x/4x/20x max CD-RW drive

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24x max CD-ROM drive

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3.5" floppy disk drive

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SuperDisk 120 drive

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Second Lithium ion battery

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Second hard drive

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Full audio and video features:

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64 voice wavetable

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Zoomed Video support for full motion video acceleration

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Built-in stereo speakers

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Built-in mono microphone

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Stereo line-in jack

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Stereo headphone jack

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Microphone jack

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Combination PC card slot accommodates 2 Type II or 1 Type III cards

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Fast IrDA (4Mbps) compatible infrared port for wireless data transfer

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Pointing device for superb cursor control and comfort

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Full-size 87-key keyboard with three dedicated Windows keys

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Hot swappable PS/2 port for external components

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USB device support

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DMI 2.0-compliant and WFM 1.1a-enabled

VALUABLE LIFEBOOK SOFTWARE

For Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition Pre-Installed Models

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Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition Operating System

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Microsoft Internet Explorer

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LapLink Professional

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PC-Doctor

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PMSet 98

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McAfee VirusScan

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Adobe Acrobat Reader

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Netscape Communicator

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DVD Player (units with DVD)

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Lifebook Application Panel

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Security Application

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Internet Service Providers:

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AOL

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CompuServe™

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Earthlink™

For Microsoft Windows 2000 Pre-Installed Models

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Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Operating System

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Microsoft Internet Explorer

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Netscape Communicator

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Adobe Acrobat Reader

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Lifebook Application Panel

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Security Application

POINT

Some software may come separately on a CD and will have to be installed.

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

POPULAR ACCESSORIES

For ordering or additional information on Fujitsu accessories please visit our Web site at www.fujitsu-pc.com or call 1-800-733-0884.

Memory Upgrades

100MHz Bus speed system:

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32MB SDRAM

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64MB SDRAM

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128MB SDRAM

Docking/Expansions

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Full Dock II

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LAN Dock II

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Por t Replicator II

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Universal LAN Hub

Power

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Lithium ion battery

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Auto/Airline Adapter

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AC Adapter

Storage

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Floppy Disk Drive Cable

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External Floppy Disk Drive

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Modular 10GB Primary Hard Disk drive

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Modular 12GB Primary Hard Disk drive

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Modular 2nd 10GB Hard Disk drive

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Modular SuperDisk 120 drive

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Modular DVD drive

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Modular CD-RW drive

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Modular CD-ROM drive

PC Cards

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CardBus Ethernet 10/100

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CreditCard Ethernet 10/100

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Ethernet 10/100+ Modem 56K

Additional Accessories

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Wireless Infrared (IR) Mouse

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Wireless Keyboard and Mouse

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Numeric Key pad

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USB Camera

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Monitor stand

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Presentation Audio system

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MindPath PocketPoint

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Te l eA da pt 1 6' Te le C or d

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Notebook Guardian Lock

Carrying Cases

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Diplomat

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Diplomat with Airpro

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Folio

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ProPack Backpack

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Executive Plus

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Built-in Microphone

Status Indicator Panel

Closed Cover Switch

Pointing Device

Stereo Speaker

Microphone Jack

Stereo Line-in Jack

Headphone Jack

Display Panel Latch

Power and Suspend/Resume Button

Display Panel

Wireless IR Mouse Receiver

Keyboard

Stereo Speaker

Volume Control

Lock Indicator

LED

LifeBook Security Application Panel

Figure 2-3 LifeBook with display open

Locating the Controls and Connectors

TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTS

The following is a brief description of your LifeBook’s top and front components.

Display Panel Latch

The display panel latch locks and releases the display panel. (Figure 2-3)

Display Panel

The display panel is a color LCD panel with back lighting for the display of text and graphics. (Figure 2-3)

Built-in Microphone

The built-in microphone allows mono audio input.

(Figure 2-3)

Status Indicator Panel

The Status Indicator Panel displays symbols that correspond with a specific component of your LifeBook.

(Figure 2-3) (See Status Indicator Panel on page 16 for more information)

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Wireless IR Mouse Receiver

The Wireless IR Mouse Receiver allows the use of an optional wireless IR Mouse. (Figure 2-3)

Power and Suspend/Resume Button

The Power and Suspend/Resume button is always used to Power On your LifeBook from its Off state. It is also used as the Suspend/Resume button. This allows you to suspend LifeBook activity without powering off, resume your LifeBook from suspend mode, and power on your LifeBook when it has been shut down from Windows 98 Second Edition. (Figure 2-3) (See Power ON

on page 41 for more information) and (See Power and Suspend/Resume Button on page 44 for more information)

Stereo Speakers

The built-in dual speakers allow for stereo sound.

(Figure 2-3)

Closed Cover Switch

The closed cover switch turns off the LCD back lighting when the display panel is closed. (Figure 2-3)

Keyboard

A full-size keyboard with dedicated Windows keys. (Figure 2-3) (See Using the Keyboard on page 19 for

more information)

Pointing Device

The pointing device is a mouse-like cursor control with two buttons. Your Lifebook may come with the ErgoTrac

(Figure 2-3) or a Touchpad. (See ErgoTrac Pointing Device on page 21 for more information) or (See Touchpad Pointing Device on page 23 for more information)

LifeBook Security Application Panel

The LifeBook Security Application Panel provides hardware security and one-touch application launch capability.(Figure 2-3) (See LifeBook Security Application

Panel on page 29 for more information)

Volume Control

The volume control provides manual control of the sound level of all audio output. (Figure 2-3)

(See Volume

Control on page 25 for more information)

Microphone Jack

The microphone jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone. (Figure 2-3) (See Microphone Jack on

page 68 for more information)

Stereo Line-in Jack

The stereo line-in jack allows you to connect an external audio source. (Figure 2-3) (See Stereo Line-In Jack on

page 69 for more information)

Headphone Jack

The headphone jack allows you to connect headphones or powered external speakers. (Figure 2-3) (See Head-

phone Jack on page 69 for more information)

Lock Indicator LED

The Lock Indicator LED shows the security status of your LifeBook. (See LifeBook Security Application Panel

on page 29 for more information)

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Communications Port

DC Power Jack

Reset Switch

PC Card Slot

Figure 2-4 LifeBook left-side panel

LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS

Following is a brief description of your LifeBook’s left-side components.

DC Power Jack

The DC power jack allows you to plug in the AC adapter or the optional Auto/Airline adapter to power your LifeBook and charge the internal Lithium ion battery. (Figure 2-4)

Communications Port

The communications port may be configured with either a Modem (RJ-11) telephone jack for an internal 56K modem or an Internal LAN (RJ-45) jack for an internal Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-T/Tx) port.

(Figure 2-4) (See Communications Port on page 67 for more information)

Anti-theft Lock

PC Card Eject Buttons

Internal Hard Drive Release Button

Infrared Port

CAUTION

The internal modem on all LifeBooks from Fujitsu PC Corporation are certified for use in the United States and Canada.

Reset Switch

The reset switch allows you restart your LifeBook.

(Figure 2-4)

PC Card Slots

The PC Card Slots allow you to install two Type II PC Cards or one Type III PC Card. (Figure 2-4)

(See PC Cards on page 63 for more information)

Anti-theft Lock Slot

The anti-theft lock slot allows you to attach a optional physical lock down device. (Figure 2-4)

CAUTION

The internal modem is designed to the ITU-T V.90 standard. Its maximum speed of 53000bps is the highest allowed by FCC, and its actual connection rate depends on the line conditions. The maximum speed is 33600bps at upload.

CAUTION

The internal modem 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 LifeBook. Consult your PBX manufacturer’s documentation for details. Some hotels have Digital PBX systems. Be sure to find out BEFORE you connect your modem.

Internal Hard Drive Release Button

The internal hard drive release button allows you to remove the internal hard drive. The release button will not work if a anti-theft lock is installed. (Figure 2-4)

Infrared Port

The fast IrDA compatible port allows you to communicate with another IrDA compatible infrared device without a cable. (Figure 2-4)

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Flexible Bay Release Button

Lithium Battery Bay

Figure 2-5 LifeBook right-side panel

RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS

Following is a brief description of your LifeBook’s right-side components.

Lithium ion Battery Bay

The battery bay contains the internal Lithium ion battery. It can be opened for the removal of the battery when stored over a long period of time or for swapping a discharged battery with a charged Lithium ion battery.

(Figure 2-5) (See Lithium ion Battery on page 51 for more information)

Flexible Bay

Flexible Bay Release Button

The Flexible Bay release button releases the Flexible Bay device. (Figure 2-5)

Flexible Bay

The Flexible Bay can accommodate one of the following devices. (Figure 2-5) (See Flexible Bay Devices on page 26

for more information)

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Modular 6x DVD drive

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Modular 4x/4x/20x max CD-RW drive

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Modular 24x max CD-ROM drive

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Modular 3.5" floppy disk drive

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Modular SuperDisk 120

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Modular Lithium ion battery

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Modular 2nd 10GB hard disk drive

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PS/2 Port

Serial Port

Parallel Port

External Monitor Port

USB Port

Docking Port

External Floppy Disk Drive Port

Figure 2-6 LifeBook rear panel

REAR PANEL COMPONENTS

Following is a brief description of your LifeBook’s rear panel components.

PS/2 Port

The PS/2 port allows you to connect an external PS/2 keyboard, mouse or numeric keypad. (Figure 2-6)

(See PS/2 Port on page 67 for more information)

Serial Port

The serial port allows you to connect serial (RS-232C) devices. (This is also sometimes referred to as a COMM port.) (Figure 2-6) (See Serial Port on page 67 for more

information)

Parallel Port

The parallel port allows you to connect parallel devices. (This is also sometimes referred to as an LPT port.) (Figure 2-6) (See Parallel Port on page 67 for

more information)

External Monitor Port

The external monitor port allows you to connect an external VGA or SVGA CRT monitor. (Figure 2-6) (See

External Monitor Port on page 69 for more information)

USB Port

The USB port allows you to connect Universal Serial Bus devices. (Figure 2-6) (See Universal Serial Bus Port on

page 68 for more information)

Docking Port

The docking port allows you to connect an optional port replicator or docking station. (Figure 2-6) (See Docking

Port on page 69 for more information)

External Floppy Disk Drive Port

The external floppy disk drive port allows you to attach an optional external floppy disk drive. (Figure 2-6)

(See External Floppy Disk Drive Port on page 69 for more information)

Main Unit and Configuration Label

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Lithium ion Battery Bay

Figure 2-7 LifeBook bottom panel

BOTTOM COMPONENTS

Following is a brief description of your LifeBook’s bottom panel components.

Main Unit and Configuration Label

The configuration label shows the model number and other information about your LifeBook. In addition, the configuration portion of the label has the serial number, Microsoft Windows Certificate of Authenticity, and manufacturer information that you will need to give your support representative. It identifies the exact version of various components of your LifeBook. (Figure 2-7)

Memory Upgrade Compartment

Your LifeBook comes with high speed Synchronous Dynamic RAM (SDRAM). The memory upgrade compartment allows you to expand the system memory capacity of your LifeBook, hence improving overall performance. (Figure 2-7) (See Memory Upgrade Module

on page 65 for more information)

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Power

AC Adapter

Battery Identifier

Battery Level

Battery Charging

DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Drive Access

Figure 2-8 Status Indicator Panel

Status Indicator Panel

The Status Indicator panel is located in the recess just above your keyboard. Within this panel are symbols that correspond with a specific component of your LifeBook. These symbols tell you how each of those components are operating. (Figure 2-8)

POWER INDICATOR

The Power indicator symbol states whether your system is operational. It has several different states, each of which tells you what mode your LifeBook is in at that time.

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Steady On: This means that there is power to your LifeBook and that it is ready for use.

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Flashing: This means that your LifeBook is in Suspend mode.

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Steady Off: This means that your system is either in Save-to-Disk mode, or that your LifeBook has been turned off with the power switch.

If you are charging your battery, the Power indicator symbol will remain on even if your LifeBook is shut off. The Power indicator symbol will also remain on if you have either adapter connected and are shut down from Windows, but have not turned off the power switch.

Hard Drive Access

PC Card Slot Identifier

Floppy Disk Drive Access

PC Card Access

NumLk

ScrLk

CapsLk

AC ADAPTER INDICATOR

The AC Adapter indicator states whether your LifeBook is operating from the AC adapter, the Auto/Airline adapter or the batteries. This icon has two different states that can tell you what power source your LifeBook is using.

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On: This means that either of the adapters are currently in use.

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Off: Power is only coming from the batteries, and you do not have an adapter connected.

BATTERY LEVEL INDICATORS

The two Battery Level indicators state whether or not the primary Lithium ion battery and/or the optional second Lithium ion battery are installed (Battery 1 refers to the primary Lithium ion battery, while Battery 2 refers to the Flexible Bay optional second battery). In addition, this symbol states how much charge is available within each installed battery. The symbol will only be displayed for a battery that is currently installed in your LifeBook.

(Figure 2-9)

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

76%–100% Charging

76%–100%

51%–75%

26%–50%

11%–25%

Low Warning <11%

Critical Low or Dead Battery

Shorted Battery

Figure 2-9 Battery Level Indicator

CAUTION

A shorted battery is damaged and must be replaced.

(Figure 2-9)

POINT

If there is no battery activity, the power adapters are not connected, and the power switch is Off, the Battery Level indicators will also be off.

BATTERY CHARGING INDICATORS

Located to the left of each of the Battery Level indicators is a small arrow symbol. This symbol states whether that specific battery is charging. This indicator operates whether the power switch is in the On or Off position, and will flash if the battery is too hot or cold to charge.

DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM DRIVE

ACCESS INDICATOR

The DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Access indicator tells you that the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM drive is being accessed. If the Auto Insert function is active, the indicator will flash periodically when your system is checking the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM drive. If the Auto Insert function is not active, the indicator will only flash when you access the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM drive. The default setting is the Auto Insert function active. (See

Auto Insert Function on page 60 for more information)

POINT

The Windows 98 Second Edition DVD/CD Auto Insert function will periodically check for a DVD/CD installed in the drive, causing the DVD/CD-ROM Access indicator to flash. The DVD/CD Auto Insert function allows your system to automatically start a DVD/CD as soon as it is inserted in the drive and the tray is closed. It will begin playing an audio DVD/CD or will start an application if the DVD/CD has an auto-run file.

(See

Auto Insert Function on page 60 for more information)

HARD DRIVE OR REMOVABLE

MEDIA DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR

The Hard Drive Access indicator states whether your internal hard drive or optional second hard drive is being accessed.

POINT

The Hard Drive Access indicator does not show which hard drive is being accessed.

CAUTION

Batteries subjected to shocks, vibration or extreme temperatures can be permanently damaged.

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FLOPPY DISK DRIVE

ACCESS INDICATOR

The Floppy Disk Drive Access indicator states whether the floppy disk or SuperDisk drive is being accessed. This indicator will flash if your software tries to access a disk even if no floppy disk drive is installed. (See Super-

Disk™ 120 or Floppy Disk Drive on page 53 for more information)

PC CARD ACCESS INDICATORS

The PC Card Access indicator(s) state whether or not your LifeBook is accessing a PC Card(s). The indicator will flash if your software tries to access a PC Card even if there is no card installed. The number inside the indicator refers to which PC Card slot is being accessed.

(See PC Cards on page 63 for more information)

NUMLK INDICATOR

The NumLk indicator states that the internal keyboard is set in ten-key numeric keypad mode. (See Using the

Keyboard on page 19 for more information)

POINT

If you are using the optional external numerical keypad, pressing the [NumLk] key will activate the external keypad. The indicator will come on, however it will not change any of the functionality of your keyboard keys.

CAPSLOCK INDICATOR

The CapsLock indicator states that your keyboard is set to type in all capital letters. (See Using the Keyboard on

page 19 for more information)

SCRLK INDICATOR

The ScrLk indicator states that your scroll lock is active.

(See Using the Keyboard on page 19 for more information)

Function Keys

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Fn Key

Start Key

Numeric Keypad

Figure 2-10 Keyboard

Keyboard

USING THE KEYBOARD

Your Fujitsu LifeBook has an integral 87-key keyboard. The keys perform all the standard functions of a 101-key keyboard, including the Windows keys and other special function keys. This section describes the following keys.

(Figure 2-10)

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Numeric keypad: Your LifeBook allows certain keys to serve dual purposes, both as standard characters and as numeric and mathematical keys. The ability to toggle between the standard character and numerical keys is controlled through the [NumLk] key.

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Cursor keys: Your keyboard contains four arrow keys for moving the cursor or insertion point to the right, left, up, or down within windows, applications and documents.

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Function keys: The keys labeled [F1] through [F12], are used in conjunction with the [FN] key to produce special actions that vary depending on what program is running.

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Windows keys: These keys work with your Windows operating system and function the same as the onscreen Start menu button, or the right button on your pointing device.

Start Key

Application Key

Cursor Keys

NUMERIC KEYPAD

Certain keys on the keyboard perform dual functions as both standard character keys and numeric keypad keys. NumLk can be activated by pressing the [NumLk] keys. Turning off the NumLk feature is done the same way. Once this feature is activated you can enter numerals 0 through 9, perform addition ( + ), subtraction ( - ), multiplication ( * ), or division ( / ), and enter decimal points ( . ) using the keys designated as ten-key function keys. The keys in the numeric keypad are marked on the front edge of the key to indicate their secondary functions.

POINT

WINDOWS KEYS

Your LifeBook has three Windows keys, two Start keys and an Application key. The two Start keys display the Start menu. This button functions the same as your onscreen Start menu button. The Application key functions the same as your right mouse button and displays

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shortcut menus for the selected item. (Please refer to your Windows documentation for additional information regarding the Windows keys.)

CURSOR KEYS

The cursor keys are the four arrow keys on the keyboard which allow you to move the cursor up, down, left and right in applications. In programs such as Windows Explorer, it moves the “focus” (selects the next item up, down, left, or right).

FUNCTION KEYS

Your LifeBook has 12 function keys, F1 through F12. The functions assigned to these keys differ for each application. You should refer to your software documentation to find out how these keys are used.

[FN] Key

The [FN] key provides extended functions for the LifeBook and is always used in conjunction with another key.

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[FN+F5]: Pressing [F5] while holding [FN] allows you to toggle between video compensation and no compensation. (Video compensation controls spacing on the display. When it is enabled, displays with less than 1024 x 768 pixel resolution will still cover the entire screen.)

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[FN+F6]: Pressing [F6] repeatedly while holding [FN] will lower the brightness of your display.

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[FN+F7]: Pressing [F7] repeatedly while holding [FN] will increase the brightness of the display.

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[FN+F10]: Pressing [F10] while holding [FN] allows you to change your selection of where to send your display video. Each time you press the combination of keys you will step to the next choice. The choices, in order, are: built-in display panel only, both built-in display panel and external monitor or external monitor only.

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[FN]+ Suspend/Resume: Pressing the Power and Suspend/Resume botton while holding [FN] activates the Save-to-Disk mode. (See Power Management on

page 44 for more information)

Cursor

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Left Button

Right Button

Cursor Control

Figure 2-11 ErgoTrac™ pointing device

ErgoTrac Pointing Device

The ErgoTrac pointing device is built into your Fujitsu Lifebook. It is used to control the movement of the cursor to select items on your display panel. The ErgoTrac is composed of a cursor control and a left and right button. The cursor control works the same way a mouse does, and moves the cursor around the display. It only requires light pressure with the tip of your finger, and the more pressure you use, the faster the cursor will move. The left and right buttons function the same as mouse buttons. The actual functionality of the buttons may vary depending on the application that is being used. (Figure 2-11)

POINT

An external mouse can be connected to either the USB or PS/2 port on your LifeBook, and used simultaneously with the ErgoTrac. However, if you boot the system with an external mouse connected, the ErgoTrac will be disabled or enabled depending on the specifications in your BIOS settings. Also, if the Infrared Mouse is enabled, your PS/2 external device will be disabled.

more information)

(See BIOS Setup Utility on page 41 for

CLICKING

Clicking means pushing and releasing a button. To left-click, move the cursor to the item you wish to select, press the left button once, and then immediately release it. To right-click, move the mouse cursor to the item you wish to select, press the right button once, and then immediately release it. (Figure 2-12)

Figure 2-12 Clicking

DOUBLE-CLICKING

Double-clicking means pushing and releasing the left button twice in rapid succession. This procedure does not function with the right button. To double-click, move the cursor to the item you wish to select, press and release the left button twice. (Figure 2-13)

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Figure 2-13 Double-clicking

POINT

If the interval between clicks is too long, double-clicking will not be executed.

POINT

Parameters for the ErgoTrac can be adjusted from the Mouse Properties dialog box located in the Windows Control Panel.

DRAGGING

ERGOTRAC CONTROL ADJUSTMENT

The Windows Control Panel allows you to customize your ErgoTrac with selections made from within the Mouse Properties dialog box. There are four aspects of the ErgoTrac operation which you can adjust:

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Buttons: This tab lets you set up the buttons for right or left handed operation, in addition to setting up the time interval allowed between clicks when double-clicking.

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Pointers: This tab lets you set up the scheme for the cursor depending on its functionality.

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Motion: This tab lets you set up a relation between the speed of your finger motion and the speed of the cursor. It also allows you to enable a Pointer Trail for the cursor arrow.

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General: This tab allows you to choose the type of mouse you are utilizing. Your LifeBook is setup to use the ErgoTrac pointing device. If you wish to use an external mouse you will need to change the settings.

Figure 2-14 Dragging

Cursor

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Cursor Control

Right Button

Left Button

Figure 2-15 Touchpad pointing device

Touchpad Pointing Device

The Touchpad pointing device may come built into your Fujitsu LifeBook. It is used to control the movement of the pointer to select items on your display panel. The Touchpad is composed of a cursor control and a left and right button. The cursor control works the same way a mouse does, and moves the cursor around the display. It only requires light pressure with the tip of your finger, and the more pressure you use, the faster the cursor will move. The left and right buttons function the same as mouse buttons. The actual functionality of the buttons may vary depending on the application that is being used. (Figure 2-15)

POINT

An external mouse can be connected to either the USB or PS/2 port on your LifeBook, and used simultaneously with the Touchpad. However, if you boot the system with an external mouse connected the Touchpad will be disabled or enabled depending on the specifications in your BIOS settings. Also, if the Infrared Mouse is enabled, your PS/2 external device will be disabled.

information)

(See BIOS Setup Utility on page 41 for more

CLICKING

Figure 2-16 Clicking

DOUBLE-CLICKING

(Figure 2-17)

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Figure 2-17 Double-clicking

POINT

If the interval between clicks is too long, the double-click will not be executed.

POINT

Parameters for the Touchpad can be adjusted from the Mouse Properties dialog box located in the Windows Control Panel.

DRAGGING

Dragging means pressing and holding the left button, while moving the cursor. To drag, move the cursor to the item you wish to move. Press and hold the left button while moving the item to its new location and then release it. Dragging can also be done using the Touchpad. First, tap the Touchpad twice over the item you wish to move making sure to leave your finger on the pad after the final tap. Next, move the object to its new location by moving your finger across the Touchpad, and then release your finger. (Figure 2-18)

TOUCHPAD CONTROL ADJUSTMENT

The Windows Control Panel allows you to customize your Touchpad with selections made from within the Mouse Properties dialog box. There are four aspects of Touchpad operation, which you can adjust:

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Buttons: This tab lets you set up the buttons for right or left handed operation, in addition to setting up the time interval allowed between clicks when double-clicking.

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Pointers: This tab lets you set up the scheme for the cursor depending on its functionality.

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Motion: This tab lets you set up a relation between the speed of your finger motion and the speed of the cursor. It also allows you to enable a Pointer Trail for the cursor arrow.

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General: This tab allows you to choose the type of mouse you are utilizing. Your LifeBook is setup to use the Touchpad pointing device. If you wish to use an external mouse you will need to change the settings.

Figure 2-18 Dragging

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Volume Control

Your Fujitsu LifeBook has multiple volume controls which interact with each other.

CAUTION

Any software that contains audio files will also contain a volume control of its own. Both the main LifeBook volume control and the software volume control will interact with each other, but it should be noted that if you set your software volume to Off, you will override the main volume control setting and the software setting will control the maximum knob setting.

CONTROLLING THE VOLUME

There is the hardware volume control located on the LifeBook itself, and the volume control set from within the Volume Control on the Taskbar. In addition to those, there are also application volume controls that are set within each program individually.

Each source discussed above, puts an upper limit on the volume level that must then be followed by the other sources. For example:

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Your hardware volume control is all the way down, therefore your individual software application’s volume control has no effect on the volume.

We recommend that you use the hardware volume controls to set the upper limit for the sound level and then make fine adjustments with the Volume Control on the Taskbar and individual application software.

SETTING THE HARDWARE VOLUME CONTROL

1. Turn the volume control knob to the right of your LifeBook to increase the volume.

2. Turn the volume control knob to the left to decrease the volume. (See Figure 2-3 on page 10 for location)

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Flexible Bay

Figure 2-19 Flexible Bay

Flexible Bay Devices

Your Lifebook contains a Flexible Bay. The Flexible Bay can accommodate a modular DVD drive, CD-ROM drive, CD-RW drive, floppy disk drive, SuperDisk drive, Lithium ion battery, weight saver or additional hard drive. (Figure 2-19)

You Flexible Bay will have one of the following devices installed. All the devices listed here are also optional which can be purchased separately. (Figure 2-20)

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Modular DVD drive: This allows you to access movies, software and audio DVD/CDs.

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Modular CD-RW drive: This allows you to access both software and audio CDs as well as the ability to write to CDs.

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Modular CD-ROM drive: This allows you to access both software and audio CDs.

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Modular 3.5" floppy disk drive: This is a 3.5" drive with the ability to read and write information on removable 1.44MB and 720KB floppy disks.

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Modular SuperDisk drive: This is an optional 120MB floppy disk drive made by Imation, for use with your LifeBook.

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Modular Lithium ion battery: This is a rechargeable battery that can be used to power your LifeBook when an adapter is not connected.

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Modular hard drive: This is an optional hard drive that can be used in conjunction with your internal hard drive for more storage capacity.

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Weight Saver: This is used to fill the bay when no device is needed.

DVD Drive

CD-ROM Drive CD-RW Drive

Floppy Disk Drive

Lithium ion Battery

SuperDisk Drive

Hard Drive

Weight Saver

Figure 2-20 Flexible Bay Devices

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

REMOVING AND INSTALLING MODULAR DEVICES

There are three ways to remove and install modular devices in the Flexible Bay:

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Cold-swapping: swapping devices while your LifeBook is powered off.

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Warm-swapping: swapping devices while your LifeBook is in suspend mode.

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Hot-swapping: swapping devices while your system is active using BayManager

WARNING

You should never leave your Flexible Bay empty when the LifeBook is in operation.

Cold-swapping

To cold-swap modular devices in your Flexible Bay follow these easy steps: (Figure 2-21)

1. Close any open files.

2. Shutdown your LifeBook.

3. Pull out the Flexible Bay release latch and then press the latch in to release the modular device. This will push your device out slightly allowing you to remove the device.

4. Slide your device out until it is clear of the bay. This will require light force.

™

software.

CAUTION

Be careful aligning and seating devices in the bay. If the fit is incorrect, you may damage the bay or the device. If the device does not move easily in the bay, remove it, and check for dirt or foreign objects. It will require a firm push to latch the device in place.

5. Slide the device you are installing into your LifeBook until it clicks into place.

6. It is now safe to turn your LifeBook back on.

7. You can now access and use the device.

Your LifeBook will automatically detect the new device and activate it within your system. The drive letters associated with the device will be created and listed under My Computer and Windows Explorer.

Warm-swapping

To warm-swap devices in your Flexible Bay follow these easy steps: (Figure 2-21)

1. Close any open files.

2. Put your LifeBook into suspend mode

3. Pull out the Flexible Bay release latch and then press the latch in to release the device. This will push your device out slightly allowing you to remove the device.

4. Slide your device out until it is clear of the bay. This will require light force.

5. Swap the modular device.

6. Press the Suspend/Resume button to return your LifeBook to normal operation. You can now access and use the device.

Flexible Bay Release Latch

(a) (b)

Figure 2-21 Removing/Installing a device in the Flexible Bay

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Hot-swapping with BaySwap™ under Windows 98 Second Edition

™

BaySwap

is a unique Phoenix® application that provides a simple and powerful method of switching modular devices on your LifeBook without having to reboot. Windows 98 Second Edition do not natively support hot-swapping. With BayManager, you can swap modular devices while your OS is running, this is called hot-swapping.

Using BaySwap

It’s easy to swap modular devices on your LifeBook using BaySwap. To hot-swap modular devices follow these easy steps:

1. Point your mouse on the BaySwap icon on the Windows Taskbar in the lower right corner of your screen.

2. Click the left mouse button to change devices in the Flexible Bay.

POINT

Devices are protected from being removed while the OS is using it. If the device is in use, an Error Message window pops up and requests you to close any open files. Close any open files and restart procedure at step 1.

3. A message appears telling you that it is safe to swap devices.

4. Swap the modular devices.

5. Click OK button.

6. You can now access and use the device.

Hot-swapping under Windows 2000 Professional

Under Windows 2000 Professional, hot-swapping is provided through the Unplug or Eject Hardware utility. The icon for the utility appears on the taskbar.

WARNING

Your SuperDisk 120 drive does not support warm-, or hot-swapping. You must cold-swap in order to use your SuperDisk 120 drive.

Lock Indicator LED

Numbered Buttons for entering password and launching applications

Figure 2-22 LifeBook Security Application Panel

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Enter Button

LifeBook Security Application Panel

A unique feature of your LifeBook is the Security Application Panel that allows you to secure your LifeBook from unauthorized use. The Security Application Panel also allows you to launch applications with a touch of a button when your system is on.

If the security system is activated, upon starting your LifeBook or resuming from suspend mode the security system requires you to enter a password code using the buttons on the Security Application Panel. After entering a correct password, your LifeBook resumes system operation. (Figure 2-22)

SETUP YOUR LIFEBOOK SECURITY PANEL

When you receive your LifeBook, the security panel application is pre-installed without any passwords. The following sections will provide detailed information on your security panel, how to set, change or remove passwords.

Numbered Buttons

Use these buttons to enter your password.(Figure 2-22)

Enter Button

After entering the button strokes, push this button to enter the password into the LifeBook. (Figure 2-22)

PASSWORDS

The user and supervisor password may be set on this LifeBook. A supervisor password is typically the same for all LifeBooks in a working group, office, or company to allow for system management. Individual LifeBooks in a group environment should not use a common password. A password consists of one to five button strokes plus the enter button. A valid stroke consists of pushing one or up to four buttons simultaneously. The following are valid button strokes:

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Pushing [4] by itself

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Pushing [2] and [3] at the same time

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Pushing [1], [2], and [4] at the same time

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Pushing [1], [2], [3], and [4] at the same time

The following are valid passwords. The numbers within braces ({ }) are button strokes using more than one button.

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{[2]+[3]}, [1], [enter]

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[4], [enter]

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{[1]+[3]}, {[2]+[3]+[4]}, [1], [4], [2], [enter]

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Setting Passwords

When shipped from the factory, no passwords are set. You have a choice of having no password or setting a supervisor and user password. You must set the supervisor password before the user password.

POINT

The purpose of supervisor password is to be able to bypass the user password in case the user password is forgotten. The supervisor password alone will not lock the system.

POINT

You have to set both the supervisor and user passwords for the security panel to work.

Setting Supervisor Password

You must have set a supervisor password before setting any user passwords. The supervisor password can bypass the user password.

1. Go to the Start menu.

2. Click on Run.

3. Type in FJSECS.EXE, then press [Enter]

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to set the Supervisor password.

Setting User Password

1 Go to the Start menu.

2. Click on Programs.

3. Click on Security Panel Application and Set User Password.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to set the user password.

OPERATING YOUR LIFEBOOK SECURITY APPLICATION PANEL

The security lock feature is in effect both when the system resumes from OFF or suspend state. You would always need to push the Suspend /Resume button to input the user password. Your system will not begin the boot sequence without entering your supervisor/user password.

From Off State

1. Turn on your system.

2. When Lock Indicator LED lights up, enter the password and press Enter button.

For example, if the password is 22222, Press Button Number 2 five times and press Enter button.

The LifeBook will boot to normal operation.

From Suspend State

1. Press your Suspend/Resume button.

2. When Lock Indicator LED lights up, enter the password and press Enter button.

The LifeBook should resume normal operation.

Incorrect Password Entry

If an invalid supervisor or user password is entered three times in succession, the system will “beep” for about one minute. If a valid password is entered within a minute (while system beeps), the beeping will stop and the LifeBook will resume normal operation. If no or invalid password is entered while the system beeps, the system will return to its previous locked state (suspend or off) and the Lock Indicator LED will go off. To reactivate the LifeBook after a password failure, you must press the Suspend/Resume button, then enter a correct password.

POINT

You may change or remove the supervisor or user password by repeating the steps defined above.

POINT

Remember the user password you specified on the Security Panel Application. If you forget the password you will not be able to use your computer. The supervisor password can override the user password.

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Ring Wake-up, Wake-on-LAN, and Timer Resume

Your LifeBook may be set to wake-up when receiving a telephone call (if attached to a modem and telephone line), signal from a LAN, or at a designated time. To enable these functions refer to your User’s Guide.

This security function can work only after pushing suspend/resume button. When the system wakes up by Ring Wake-up, Wake-on-LAN, and Timer Resume function, the security function does not work.

PRECAUTIONS

Opening and Closing the Cover

Closing the cover automatically places the LifeBook into suspend mode. Opening the cover does not automatically place the LifeBook into normal operation. Instead, you must enter the proper security password after pushing the suspend/resume button.

Low Battery Operations

If your LifeBook has low battery, pushing the suspend/ resume button only turns on the Lock Indicator LED. Your LifeBook does not unlock, the Lock Indicator LED turns off after one minute. To resume normal operation, first attach a power supply to the LifeBook. Then you may unlock the LifeBook.

UNINSTALLING THE SECURITY PANEL APPLICATION

You have two options when uninstalling the security panel application:

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Uninstall the security panel application software. This will disable all security feature.

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Uninstall the security panel application with password still active. This will not allow any changes to the password.

Uninstalling the Security Panel Application Software

Remove passwords when User wants no password protection whatsoever and doesn’t want to give anybody the tool to set a password on their computer. In this case, if passwords (supervisor, user, or both) are set, the passwords must first be cleared BEFORE removing the application. To clear passwords, follow same procedure in SETTING PASSWORD CODES except this time, select

REMOVE, enter current password then click next. When asked to confirm say YES.

Removing Security Panel Application with Passwords Still Active

Using this feature will not allow any changes to the password.

POINT

Removing the applications does not remove the password. It simply removes the tool to change/add/ remove passwords. To change your password you must reinstall the application.

User:

1. Go to Start Menu, Click on Control Panel.

2. Open Add/Remove Programs Properties in the Control Panel.

3. Select the Security Panel Application in the list, and click Add/Remove.

4. When the Confirm File Deletion box appears, click Ye s .

Supervisor:

1. Go to Start Menu, Click on Control Panel.

2. Open Add/Remove Programs Properties in the Control Panel.

3. Select the Security Panel Application for Supervisor in the list, and click Add/Remove.

4. When the Confirm File Deletion box appears, click Ye s .

Reinstalling the Security Application Panel

To reinstall supervisor or user security application, you will need your Drivers and Utilities CD. The Secpanel folder located in the Utilities\Security Panel contains the setup files for supervisor and user security application.

1. Double-click the Setup FJSECS.EXE file. The Installing Security Panel Application window will appear. Follow the instructions on the screen.

2. Double-click the Setup FJSECU.EXE file. The Installing Security Panel Application window will appear. Follow the instructions on the screen.

Supervisor and user passwords can be set by the

Windows Software which are FJSECS.EXE and

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FJSECU.EXE respectively. FJSECU.EXE for user password cannot run without supervisor password. First you need to run FJSECS.EXE to set supervisor password before setting user password. Follow instructions under Setting Passwords.

If you forget both passwords, please contact Fujitsu PC Corporation Service and Support at 1-800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487). Fujitsu PC Corporation charges a service fee for unlocking a password restricted LifeBook. When calling please have a valid credit card and provide proof of ownership. You will then be given instructions on where to ship your LifeBook.

LAUNCHING APPLICATIONS WITH THE SECURITY APPLICATION PANEL

The security panel also enables you to launch applications with the touch of a button when your system is on. Your LifeBook is pre-installed with software utilities that let you operate and configure your LifeBook Security Application Panel. These utilities are found under the Start menu, under Programs, then under LifeBook Application Panel. They include Application Panel Setup, Application Panel Guide, E-mail LED Setup*, Activate Panel and Deactivate Panel. Pressing any of the buttons will launch a user-defined application.

*Available on select LifeBook models.

Configuring your LifeBook Application Panel

When you start Windows, the LifeBook Application Panel is automatically activated. An icon resembling a finger pressing a button will appear on the system tray (the indented portion of the status bar where the clock is displayed). When you see this icon you will know that LifeBook Application Panel is active.

As an application launcher, the LifeBook Application Panel is very flexible, giving you a variety of options. To set up the Panel to best suit your needs, we have provided the Application Panel Setup utility that quickly and easily helps you make the most of this valuable feature.

To configure your LifeBook Application Panel with Application Panel Setup:

1. Click on Start.

2. Click on Programs.

3. Click on LifeBook Application Panel.

4. Click on Application Panel Setup.

The Application Panel Setup utility will appear. There are tabs that correspond to the application buttons on the LifeBook Application Panel. When you receive your LifeBook, these buttons are pre-configured to launch the following programs:

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Application 1 – Notepad

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Application 2 – Calculator

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Application 3 – Internet Explorer 5.0

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Application 4 – Netscape Messenger

POINT

The tabs in Application Panel Setup may not be in the same order as the buttons on your LifeBook, please select the tab you wish to change carefully.

To change an application associated with the Application buttons, click on the tab for the button you would like to reconfigure – for example, Application 1. Click on Browse from Start Menu, scroll down the list of applications, click on the application you wish to launch with this button, and then click OK. The button will now launch the new application.

The Internet tab is different. It comes set to launch your Windows default Internet browser (Internet Explorer), unless you have changed this in Windows 98 Second Edition. In order to reconfigure it to launch another program follow these easy steps:

1. Click on Other from the Internet browser box.

2. Click on Browse from Start Menu.

3. Scroll down the list of applications, and the click on the application you wish to launch with this button.

4. Click OK.

The button will now launch the new application. If you want to return to launching your Windows default Internet browser with this button, you need only click on “Default Internet Browser” from the Internet browser box. Be aware that you will erase the settings for the “other application”. If you wish to go back to launching the “other application” from this button, you will need to reconfigure it as described above.

POINT

The Internet or E-mail buttons can be configured to launch any application you wish, not just an Internet browser or e-mail program.

When you have finished with Application Panel Setup click OK, and the new settings will take effect. You can reconfigure your LifeBook Application Panel as often as you like.

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Deactivating and Activating the LifeBook Application Panel

To deactivate the LifeBook Application Panel, follow these easy steps:

1. Click on Start.

2. Click on Programs.

3. Click on LifeBook Application Panel.

4. Click on Deactivate Panel.

To reactivate, follow the same procedure, except for step 4. Click on Activate Panel instead.

POINT

Every time you start Windows 98 Second Edition the LifeBook Application Panel is activated. Even if you deactivated it before you shut down.

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Pre-Installed Software

Your Fujitsu LifeBook comes with pre-installed software for playing audio and video files of various formats. The software configuration installed is dependent upon the operating system that is pre-installed on your system. In addition there is file transfer software, virus protection software and Power Management software.

LEARNING ABOUT YOUR APPLICATION SOFTWARE

Tutorials

All operating systems and most application software have tutorials built-into them upon installation. We highly recommend that you step through the tutorial before you use an application.

Manuals

Included with your LifeBook you will find manuals for your installed operating system and other pre-installed software. Any manuals that are not included, are available online through the help system of the software. We recommend that you review these manuals for general information on the use of these applications.

PC DOCTOR (WITH WINDOWS 98 SECOND EDITION ONLY)

PC Doctor by Watergate Software is primarily for use by your support representative when assisting you with troubleshooting.

LAPLINK PROFESSIONAL (WITH WINDOWS 98 SECOND EDITION ONLY)

LapLink Professional by Traveling Software®, allows you to transfer files directly to other computers via an internal modem, a PC Card modem, the infrared port, the USB port, or a serial or parallel cable (cables not included). (See your LapLink online help for proper

operating procedures)

MCAFEE VIRUSSCAN (WITH WINDOWS 98 SECOND EDITION ONLY)

VirusScan, by McAfee, is an antivirus program that can be run after loading data or programs onto your LifeBook. It assist in the protection of the data currently residing on your hard disk from contamination and destruction. (See your VirusScan

online help ormanual for more information on how and whento run this program)

PMSET 98 (WITH WINDOWS 98 SECOND EDITION ONLY)

PMSet 98 allows you to monitor and manage your battery status. (See your PMSet 98 online help for more

information on the correct way to use this program)

POINT

As your LifeBook does not support the CPU Clock control, the option is not active within the Power Control menu of PMSet 98.

ADOBE ACROBAT READER

The Adobe Acrobat Reader, located in the Service and Support Software folder, allows you to view, navigate, and print PDF files from across all of the major computing platforms.

ESS AUDIORACK 32 (WITH WINDOWS 98 SECOND EDITION ONLY)

ESS AudioRack functions as a Digital Audio Tape (DAT) player, a MIDI player, a Mixer and finally as an audio CD player. The controls used within the AudioRack player software (AudioRack32) resembles the front panels of a rack of stereo equipment and is operated in much the same way. If you left-click on a button it will activate and its button on the AudioDrive panel will display a green dot and a control panel will appear on the screen. When you deactivate the button, the dot will change to black and the control panel will disappear. You activate a slider or knob on a control panel by dragging it.

POINT

For maximum frequency response and bandwidth, leave the graphic equalizer levels at the mid-point (zero level). To customize the frequency response to your personal taste, adjust accordingly.

CAUTION

The ESS AudioRack volume settings set the maximum volume level of the hardware volume control for that function.

information on setting the maximum level)

(See Volume Control on page 25 for more

LIFEBOOK SECURITY APPLICATION PANEL SOFTWARE

LifeBook Security Panel allows you to secure your LifeBook from unauthorized use. If the security system is activated, upon starting your LifeBook or resuming from suspend mode the security system requires you to enter a password code using the buttons on the 5-button Security Panel. After entering a correct password, your LifeBook resumes system operation.

LIFEBOOK APPLICATION PANEL SOFTWARE

Your LifeBook is pre-installed with software utilities that let you operate and configure your LifeBook Application Panel. These utilities are found under the Start menu, under Programs, then under LifeBook Application Panel. They include a CD Player, Application Panel Setup, Application Panel Guide, Activate Panel, Deactivate Panel and E-mail LED Setup*.

*Available on select LifeBook models.

PHOENIX BAYSWAP (WITH WINDOWS 98 SECOND EDITION ONLY)

Phoenix BaySwap is a unique Phoenix application that provides a simple and powerful method of switching drives of a LifeBook computer without having to reboot the LifeBook computer. Windows 98 Second Edition do not natively support hot swapping. With BaySwap, you can swap bay devices while your OS is running, this is called hot-swapping.

Phoenix BaySwap Features

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Allows hot-swapping of devices on LifeBook. You do not need to shut down the system to exchange devices.

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Works under Windows 98 Second Edition.

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Works under ACPI and APM seamlessly.

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Provides power management integrity for devices that enter and leave the system.

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

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Supplies password protection upon inserting and ejecting a device. Upon ejection, a password is required to prevent the theft of devices.

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Lets you customize preference, such as notification preferences and password.

INTEL SPEEDSTEP

Intel SpeedStep* allows your Lifebook to operate in dual mode. When connected to AC source, the system operates in Maximum Performance mode. When powered by battery, the system switches to Battery Optimized mode to conserve battery life. SpeedStep software is automatically loaded when you start your system and appears on the system tray as one of the two flags. A checker flag indicates that the system is set for Maximum Performance mode. A blue flag with a green center square indicates that the system is set for Battery Optimized mode. You can change the setting or disable the software by double-clicking the flag icon and changing the settings in the Intel SpeedStep Technology window.

*Available on select LifeBook models.

POINT

You have convenience without compromising battery life.

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Section Three

Getting Started

Power Sources

Connecting the Power Adapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Display Panel

Opening the Display Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Adjusting Display Panel Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Closing the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Starting Your LifeBook

Power ON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Booting the System with Windows 98

Second Edition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Registering Your LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Power Management

Power and Suspend/Resume Button . . . . . . . . . 44

Suspend Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Save-to-Disk Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Idle Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Standby Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Display Timeout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Hard Disk Timeout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Windows 98 Second Edition

Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Restarting the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

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DC Output Cable

AC Adapter

Getting Started

DC Power Jack

AC Cable

Figure 3-1 Connecting the AC Adapter

Power Sources

Your Fujitsu LifeBook has three possible power sources: a primary Lithium ion battery, an AC adapter or an optional Auto/Airline adapter.

CONNECTING THE POWER ADAPTERS

The AC adapter or optional Auto/Airline adapter provides power for operating your LifeBook and charging the batteries.

Connecting the AC Adapter

1. Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack of your LifeBook.

2. Plug the AC adapter into an AC electrical outlet.

(Figure 3-1)

Connecting the Optional Auto/Airline Adapter

1. Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack on your LifeBook.

2. Plug the Auto/Airline adapter into the cigarette lighter of an automobile with the ignition key in the On or Accessories position.

3. Plug the Auto/Airline adapter into the DC power jack on an airplane seat.

Switching from AC Adapter Power or the Auto/Airline Adapter to Battery Power

1. Be sure that you have at least one charged battery installed.

2. Remove the AC adapter or the Auto/Airline adapter.

CAUTION

The Lithium ion battery is not charged upon purchase. Initially, you will need to connect either the AC adapter or the Auto/Airline adapter to use your LifeBook.

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Display Panel Latch

Figure 3-2 Opening the Display Panel

Display Panel

Your Fujitsu LifeBook contains a display panel that is backlit for easier viewing in bright environments and maintains top resolution through the use of activematrix technology.

OPENING THE DISPLAY PANEL

1. Press the latch located at the top of the display panel. This releases the locking mechanism and raises the display slightly.

2. Lift the display panel backwards, being careful not to touch the screen, until it is at a comfortable viewing angle. (Figure 3-2)

ADJUSTING DISPLAY PANEL BRIGHTNESS

Once you have turned on your LifeBook, you may want to adjust the brightness level of the screen to a more comfortable viewing level. There are two ways to adjust the brightness keyboard and power management utility

Keyboard

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[FN+F6]: Pressing repeatedly will lower the brightness of your display.

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[FN+F7]: Pressing repeatedly will increase the brightness of the display.

POINT

If using AC power your brightness setting is set to it’s highest level by default. If using battery power your brightness settings is set to its middle level by default.

Power Management Utility

1. Double-click on the PMSet icon in the lower right corner of your display.

2. Slide the brightness control bar to the right to increase brightness or left to decrease brightness.

You may need to readjust the brightness level periodically depending on your operating environment.

POINT

The higher the brightness level, the more power the LifeBook will consume and the faster your batteries will discharge. For maximum battery life, set the brightness level as low as possible.

CLOSING THE DISPLAY PANEL

1. Holding the edge of your display panel, pull it forward until it is flush with the body of your LifeBook.

2. Push down until you hear a click. This will engage the locking mechanism and prevent your display panel from opening unexpectedly.

Getting Started

Starting Your LifeBook

POWER ON

Power and Suspend/Resume Button

The Power and Suspend/Resume button is used to power on your LifeBook, to resume from Standby or Save-to-Disk mode, to place your LifeBook in Standby or Save-to-Disk mode or to power off. You can also turn off your LifeBook by choosing Shut Down from the Windows 98 Second Edition or Windows 2000 Professional Start menu.

Once you have connected your AC adapter or charged the internal Lithium ion Battery, you can press this button to Power On your LifeBook. (See Figure 2-3 on

page 10 for location)

CAUTION

When you turn on your LifeBook be sure you have a power source. This means that at least one battery is installed and charged, or that the AC or Auto/Airline adapter is connected and has power.

CAUTION

Do not carry your LifeBook around with the power on or subject it to shocks or vibration, as you risk damaging your LifeBook.

When you Power On your LifeBook, it will perform a Power On Self Test (POST) to check the internal parts and configuration for correct functionality. If a fault is found, your LifeBook will emit an audio warning and/or an error message will be displayed. (See Power On Self Test Messages on page 81 for more information) 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 LifeBook will load your operating system.

CAUTION

Never turn off your LifeBook during the Power On Self Test (POST) or it will cause an error message to be displayed when you turn your LifeBook on the next

(See Power On Self Test Messages on page 81 for

time.

more information)

BOOT SEQUENCE

The procedure for starting-up your Fujitsu LifeBook is termed the Bootup sequence and involves your LifeBook’s BIOS. When your LifeBook is first turned on, the main system memory is empty, and it needs to find instructions to start up your LifeBook. This information is in the BIOS program. Each time you power up or restart your LifeBook, it goes through a boot sequence which displays a Fujitsu logo until your operating system is loaded. During booting, your LifeBook is performing a standard boot sequence including a Power On Self Test (POST). When the boot sequence is completed without a failure and without a request for the BIOS Setup Utility, the system displays the operating system’s opening screen.

The boot sequence is executed when:

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You turn on the power to your LifeBook.

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You restart your LifeBook from the Windows Shut Down dialog box.

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The software initiates a system restart. Example: When you install a new application.

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You reset the system by pressing the three keys [CTRL+ALT+DEL].

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

The BIOS Setup Utility is a program that sets up the operating environment for your LifeBook. Your BIOS is set at the factory for normal operating conditions, therefore there is no need to set or change the BIOS’ environment to operate your LifeBook.

The BIOS Setup Utility configures:

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Device control feature parameters, such as changing I/O addresses and boot devices.

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System Data Security feature parameters, such as passwords.

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Entering the BIOS Setup Utility

To enter the BIOS Setup Utility do the following:

1. Turn on or restart your LifeBook.

2. Press the [F2] key once the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. This will open the main menu of the BIOS Setup Utility with the current settings displayed.

3. Press the [RIGHT ARROW] or [LEFT ARROW] key to scroll through the other setup menus to review or alter the current settings.

BIOS Guide

A guide to your LifeBook’s BIOS is available online. Please visit our service and support Web site at www.8fujitsu.com. Once there, click on the Self Help Center link, and select your LifeBook from the pulldown menu. Once you have done that, select the heading BIOS Guide from the pull-down menu.

POINT

If your data security settings require it, you may be asked for a password before the BIOS main menu will appear.

BOOTING THE SYSTEM WITH WINDOWS 98 SECOND EDITION

We strongly recommend that you not attach any external devices and do not put a DVD/CD or floppy disk in any drive until you have gone through the initial power on sequence.

When you turn on your LifeBook for the first time, it will display a Fujitsu logo on the screen. If you do nothing the system will read the hard drive for the operating system software, flash the LifeBook configuration information on the screen, and then the Windows 98 Second Edition Welcome will begin.

Designed to accommodate the needs of many users, in many different countries, Windows 98 Second Edition needs to be configured the first time you use it. Windows 98 Second Edition has three parts:

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Getting Started: You have the opportunity to enter custom information for your configuration file and setup your modem so that your LifeBook will be prepared to dial out.

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Registration: Easy online registration for Windows 98 with Microsoft, and for your LifeBook with Fujitsu PC Corporation.

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Windows License Agreement and Final Settings: You have the opportunity to review the Windows 98 Second Edition License Agreement and then your configuration file will be generated.

POINT

You may click Cancel at any time within this process to shutdown Windows 98 Second Edition. You may restart this process at any time in the future, but you must complete it in order to use your computer.

Getting Started

Read the instructions on the screens carefully and fill in the information as directed. You will be asked for such items as the language you wish to use, the country in which you live, your first and last name, and about how you dial out from where you will be using your LifeBook. For the modem settings, enter your current location information where you will be using your LifeBook. If you are not connected to a phone line and plan to register at a later time, you may click the Skip button, and you will go directly to the Condition of Use page.

Once you have setup your LifeBook to dial out, Windows 98 Second Edition will make a free telephone call which will test these settings. If the call is unsuccessful, you will be returned to the phone settings page where you may try to fix them. If you are unable to fix the settings, please contact Fujitsu PC Service and Support. (See Fujitsu PC Contact Information on page 3 for more information) If you would simply like to move on, and register at a later time, you may click the Skip button, and you will go directly to the Condition of Use page.

Registration

If your connection is successful, you will go to the Registration Confirmation page. On this page simply enter the requested information, and then check the box at the bottom to register your copy of Windows 98 Second Edition with Microsoft. Once you have finished, click the Next button to continue.

Getting Started

POINT

If you do not register at this time you can do it later simply by double-clicking on the icon on your desktop and following the instructions.

LifeBook Registration

You will then go through the Fujitsu registration process. Follow the instructions on the screens, and enter all of the necessary information. Be as specific as possible so that if you need help the service and support team will be able to serve you better.

Final Settings

The first part of your final settings is the Windows End User License Agreement. Read the agreement carefully. When you finish reading you must accept or reject the terms of the agreement and then click on the Finish button.

POINT

If you reject the terms of the license agreement you will be asked to review the license agreement for information on returning Windows 98 Second Edition or to shut down you LifeBook.

POINT

You cannot use your LifeBook until you have accepted the License Agreement. If you stop the process your LifeBook will return to the beginning of the Windows 98 Second Edition Welcome Process, even if you shut your LifeBook down and start it up again.

REGISTERING YOUR LIFEBOOK

What are the benefits of registering?

You will receive an identification label for your LifeBook, which, if your LifeBook is ever lost, may help in getting it returned to you. You also receive priority Personal Identification Number (PIN) technical support access and useful product mailings. Proof of purchase is not required if you register within 30 days of your purchase.

How do I register?

With Windows 98 Second Edition, it is a part of the Welcome process. If you do not register during the Welcome process you can double-click on the LifeBook Registration icon on your desktop and then follow the instructions.

POINT

Make sure you have connected a phone line to your modem before you use E-Registration.

You may also complete the pre-printed registration form and either:

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Fax to 1-949-450-9140

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Mail to: Fujitsu PC Corporation 15355 Barranca Pkwy Irvine, CA 92618-9520

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Call: 1-800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487)

You may also register on our Web site:

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www.8fujitsu.com. You will need to be set up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) to use this option.

POINT

You will find a Recovery CD packet included with your LifeBook. Please store the packet in a safe place in case there is a loss of data, and it becomes necessary to re-install your operating system and/or application programs.

(See Recovery CD-ROM on

page 84 for more information)

BOOTING THE SYSTEM WITH WINDOWS

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POINT

You can register your LifeBook with any operating system via mail, telephone or fax.

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Power Management

Your LifeBook has many options and features for conserving battery power. Some of these features are automatic and need no user intervention, such as those for the internal modem. However, others depend on the parameters you set to best suit your operating conditions, such as those for the display brightness. Internal power management for your LifeBook may be controlled from settings made in your operating system, pre-bundled power management application*, or from settings made in BIOS setup utility.

Besides the options available for conserving battery power, there are also some things that you can do to prevent your battery from running down as quickly. For example, you can create an appropriate power saving profile, put your LifeBook into Suspend mode when it is not performing an operation, and you can limit the use of high power devices. As with all mobile, battery powered computers, there is a trade-off between performance and power savings.

* Available on LifeBook models with Windows 98

Second Edition pre-installed.

POWER AND SUSPEND/RESUME BUTTON

When your LifeBook is active, the Power and Suspend/ Resume button can be used to manually put your LifeBook into Suspend mode. Push the Power and Suspend/ Resume button when your LifeBook is active, but not actively accessing anything, and immediately release the button. You will hear two short beeps and your system will enter Suspend mode.

If your LifeBook is suspended, pushing the Power and Suspend/Resume button will return your LifeBook to active operation. You can tell whether or not your system is in Suspend mode by looking at the Power indicator. (See Figure 2-8 on page 16 for location) If the indicator is visible and not flashing, your LifeBook is fully operational. If the indicator is both visible and flashing, your LifeBook is in Suspend mode. If the indicator is not visible at all, the power is off or your LifeBook is in Saveto-Disk mode (See Save-to-Disk Mode)

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SUSPEND MODE

Suspend or Standby mode in Windows 98 Second Edition saves the contents of your LifeBook’s system memory during periods of inactivity by maintaining power to critical parts. This mode will turn off the CPU, the display, the hard drive, and all of the other internal components except those necessary to maintain system memory and allow for restarting. Your LifeBook can be put in Suspend mode by:

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Pressing the Power and Suspend/Resume button when your system is turned on.

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Selecting Standby from the Windows Shut Down menu.

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Timing out from lack of activity.

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Allowing the battery to reach the Dead Battery Warning condition.

Your LifeBook’s system memory typically stores the file(s) on which you are working, open application(s) information, and any other data required to support the operation(s) in progress. When you resume operation from Suspend mode, your LifeBook will return to the point where it left off. You must use the Power and Suspend/Resume button to resume operation, and there must be an adequate power source available, or your LifeBook will not resume.

CAUTION

If you are running your LifeBook on battery power, be aware that the battery continues to discharge while your LifeBook is in Suspend mode, though not as fast as when fully operational.

SAVE-TO-DISK MODE

The Save-to-Disk mode saves the contents of your LifeBook’s system memory to the hard drive as a part of the Suspend/Resume mode. Your LifeBook is pre-configured to perform this function. The Save-toDisk mode can also be configured through the system BIOS to run in other ways depending on what you need to accomplish. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 41 for

more information)

Getting Started

Default Methods for Using Save-to-Disk Mode:

Press the [FN] button together with the Power and Suspend/Resume button. This will open a Save-to-Disk dialog box and begin the process.

Customer Configured BIOS Methods for Using Save-to-Disk Mode:

1. Click on the Start button, click Shut Down and then Standby. Prior to that you should enable Save-to-

Disk in the BIOS setup utility.

2. Enable Save-To-Disk mode from within the Power dialog box of the BIOS setup utility, then press the Power and Suspend/Resume button to execute this command under DOS or Windows 98 Second Edition.

3. Enable Save-To-Disk mode from within the Power dialog box of the BIOS setup utility, then allow the LifeBook to time out from lack of activity.

POINT

Disabling the Suspend/Resume button prevents it from being used to put your LifeBook in Suspend or Save-to-Disk mode. The resume function of the button cannot be disabled.

POINT

Resume on Modem Ring will not operate when Save-to-Disk mode has been activated in the BIOS (Windows 98 Second Edition only).

CAUTION

The Suspend or Save-to-Disk mode should not be used with certain PC Cards. Check your PC Card documentation for more information.

POINT

If your LifeBook is actively accessing information when you enter the Suspend or Save-to-Disk mode, changes to open files are not lost. The files are left open and memory is kept active during Suspend mode or the memory is transferred to the internal hard drive during Save-to-Disk mode.

POINT

When PC Cards or external devices are in use, Saveto-Disk mode cannot return to the exact state prior to suspension, because all of the peripheral devices will be re-initialized when the system restarts.

POINT

The main advantage of using the Save-to-Disk function is that power is not required to maintain your data. This is particularly important if you will be leaving your LifeBook in a suspended state for a prolonged period of time. The drawback of using Save-to-Disk mode is that it lengthens the power down and power up sequences and resets peripheral devices.

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POINT

Save-to-Disk mode requires allocating a significant amount of hard drive capacity for saving all system memory, which reduces your usable disk space. When you purchase your LifeBook it will have space allocated for the memory installed. If you upgrade the original system by adding a memory upgrade module without changing the size of your Save-to-Disk allocation you will get an error message when you try to activate Save-to-Disk mode and it will not work. Use the PHDISK Utility to increase the size of the Save-to-Disk file, SAVE2DSK.BIN. You can download the Save-toDisk File Allocation information from our Web site at

www.8fujitsu.com. I

support representative for recommendations.

f you need help, contact your

IDLE MODE

Idle mode is one of the power management parameters. When Idle mode is enabled, the CPU is put into lowspeed operation when there is no activity (keystroke, pointer action, sound generation, video display change, modem transmission or reception, etc.) on your LifeBook for 16 seconds. Any activity will cause the normal operation to restart automatically. This feature is independent of the Suspend/Resume modes.

STANDBY MODE

Standby mode is one of the power management parameters. When Standby mode is activated, your LifeBook puts the CPU in low-speed operation, shuts off the display and turns off the hard drive when there is no activity (keystroke, pointer action, sound generation, video display change, modem transmission or reception, etc.) on your LifeBook for the user selected time-out period. Any activity will cause your LifeBook to return to normal operation automatically. This feature is independent of the Power and Suspend/Resume button.

DISPLAY TIMEOUT

The Video Timeout is one of the power management parameters. This feature saves power by turning off the display if there is no keyboard or pointer activity for the user selected timeout period. Any keyboard or pointer activity will cause the display to restart automatically. This feature is independent of the Power and Suspend/ Resume button and can be enabled and disabled in Windows and BIOS setup utility. (See BIOS Setup Utility

on page 41 for more information)

HARD DISK TIMEOUT

The Hard Disk Timeout is another one of the power management parameters. This feature saves power by turning off the hard drive if there is no hard drive activity for the user selected timeout period. Any attempt to access the hard drive will cause it to restart automatically. This feature is independent of the Power and Suspend/Resume button and can be enabled and disabled in Windows and BIOS setup utility. (See BIOS

Setup Utility on page 41 for more information)

WINDOWS 98 SECOND EDITION POWER MANAGEMENT

Power Management

The Power Management icon located in the Windows 98 Second Edition Control Panel allows you to configure some of the power management settings. For example, you can use the Power Management to set the timeout values for turning off the display and hard disks whether you are running the LifeBook on battery power or one of the adapters. (See Pre-Installed Software on page 34 for more information) The settings may also be changed in the BIOS. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 41 for more

information)

ACPI and Windows 98 Second Edition

Short for Advanced Configuration & Power Interface, a power management specification developed by Intel, Microsoft, and Toshiba. ACPI, which is part of the Windows 98 Second Edition operating system, enables the operating system to control the amount of power given to each device attached to the computer. With ACPI, the operating system can turn off peripheral devices, such as the CD-ROM player, when it is not in use. Due to ongoing industry development of ACPI technology, we have configured your LifeBook to APM (Advanced Power Management) mode.

Getting Started

RESTARTING THE SYSTEM

If your system is on and you need to restart it, be sure that you use the following procedure.

1. Click the Start button, and then click Shut Down.

2. Select the Restart option from within the Windows Shut Down dialog box.

3. Click OK to restart your LifeBook. Your LifeBook will shut down and then reboot.

CAUTION

Turning off your LifeBook without exiting Windows or turning on your LifeBook within 10 seconds of the LifeBook being shut off may cause an error when you start the next time.

POWER OFF

Before turning off the power by choosing Shut Down from the Windows 98 Second Edition Start menu, check that the Hard Drive, DVD/CD-ROM, CD-RW, PC Card and the Floppy Disk Drive Access indicators are all Off. (See Figure 2-8 on page 16) If you turn off the power while accessing a disk or PC Card there is a risk of data loss. To assure that your LifeBook shuts down without error, use the Windows shut down procedure.

CAUTION

Never turn your LifeBook off while an application is running. Be sure to close all files, exit all applications, and shut down your operating system prior to turning off the power with the power switch. If files are open when you turn the power off, you will lose any changes that have not been saved, and may cause disk errors.

Using the correct procedure to shut down from Windows, allows your LifeBook to complete its operations and turn off power in the proper sequence to avoid errors. The proper sequence is:

1. Click the Start button, and then click Shut Down.

2. Select the Shut Down option from within the Windows Shut Down dialog box.

3. Click OK to shutdown your LifeBook.

If you are going to store your LifeBook for a month or more see Care and Maintenance Section.

POINT

You may also use the Power and Suspend/Resume button to shut off your LifeBook. To do so, first press the Power and Suspend/Resume button to suspend your LifeBook. Next press and hold the button again until your LifeBook shuts off. However, in Windows you should always use the correct way to shut down your LifeBook. From the start menu select shut down.

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User Installable Features

Section Four

User Installable Features

Lithium ion Battery

Recharging the Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Replacing the Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

SuperDisk™ 120 or Floppy Disk Drive

Loading a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Ejecting a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Software Eject for LS-120 Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Preparing a Disk for Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Auto Insert Notification Function . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

CD-ROM Drive

Loading a CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Removing a CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Auto Insert Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

DVD/CD-ROM Drive

DVD Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Loading a DVD/CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Removing a DVD/CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Using the DVD Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Using the DVD Player on Battery Power. . . . . . . 59

Auto Insert Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

PC Cards

Installing PC Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Removing PC Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Memory Upgrade Module

Installing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . . 65

Removing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . 66

Checking the Computer Recognition

of New Memory Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Device Ports

Communications Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Parallel Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

PS/2 Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Universal Serial Bus Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Infrared Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Wireless Infrared Mouse Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Microphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Stereo Line-In Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Headphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Docking Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

External Monitor Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

External Floppy Disk Drive Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Hard Disk Drive

Formatting the Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Modular Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

LifeBook E Series – Section Four

User Installable Features

Lithium ion Battery

Your Fujitsu LifeBook has a Lithium ion battery that provides power for operating your LifeBook when no external power source is available. The battery is durable and long lasting, but should not be exposed to extreme temperatures, high voltages, chemicals or other hazards.

The Lithium ion battery operating time may become shorter if it is used under the following conditions:

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When used at temperatures that exceeds a low of 5°C (40°F) or a high of 35°C (95°F). Extreme temperatures not only reduce charging efficiency, but can also cause battery deterioration. The Charging icon on the Status Indicator panel will flash when you try to charge a battery that is outside its operating temperature range. (See Battery Charging Indicators on

page 17 for more information)

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When using a high current device such as a modem, DVD drive, CD-ROM drive, CD-RW drive, or the hard drive, using the AC adapter will conserve your battery life.

CAUTION

Actual battery life will vary based on screen brightness, applications, features, power management settings, battery condition and other customer preferences. DVD, CD-ROM drive, CD-RW drive, or hard drive usage may also have a significant impact on battery life. The battery charging capacity is reduced as the battery ages. If your battery is running low quickly, you should replace it with a new one.

CAUTION

Do not leave a faulty battery in your LifeBook. It may damage your AC adapter, optional Auto/Airline adapter, another battery or your LifeBook itself. It may also prevent operation of your LifeBook by draining all available current into the bad battery.

WARNING

Under federal, state, or local law it may be illegal to dispose of batteries by putting them in the trash. Please take care of our environment and dispose of batteries properly. Check with your local government authority for details regarding recycling or disposing of old batteries. If you cannot find this information elsewhere, contact your support representative at 1-800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487).

RECHARGING THE BATTERIES

If you want to know the condition of the primary Lithium ion battery, check the Battery Level indicator located on the Status Indicator panel. The indicator changes as the battery level changes.

The Lithium ion battery is recharged internally using the AC adapter or Auto/Airline adapter. To recharge the battery make sure the battery that needs to be charged is installed in your LifeBook and connect the AC or Auto/Airline adapter.

POINT

Make sure that the Battery Charging indicator and the percentage charge is shown inside the Battery Level icon on the Status Indicator Panel.

There is no memory effect on the Lithium ion battery therefore you do not need to discharge the battery completely before recharging. The charge times will be significantly longer if your LifeBook is in use while the battery is charging. If you want to charge the battery more quickly, put your LifeBook into Suspend mode, or turn it off while the adapter is charging the battery.

(See Power Management on page 44 for more information on Suspend mode and shutdown procedure)

CAUTION

Using heavy current devices such as Modem or frequent DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM accesses may prevent charging completely.

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Low Battery State

When the battery is running low, your LifeBook will beep every 15 seconds and the Battery Level indicator will flash. If you do not respond to the low battery alarm, the batteries will continue to discharge until they are too low to operate. When this happens there will be a multiple beep alarm and the Battery Level indicator will show a dead battery. Your LifeBook will then go into Suspend mode to try and protect your data for as long as possible. There is no guarantee that your data will not be lost once the LifeBook reaches this point.

CAUTION

You may not be able to hear the audio alarm if the volume control is set too low or is turned off by either the hardware or software. However, you will still be able to see the Battery Level indicator flash. Once the low battery alarm occurs you need to save all your active data and put your LifeBook into Suspend mode until you can provide a new power source. You should provide a charged battery, an AC power adapter, or Auto/ Airline as soon as possible.

CAUTION

When you are in Suspend mode there must always be at least one power source active. If you turn off the power with the power switch, or remove all power sources while your LifeBook is in Suspend mode, any data that has not been saved to the hard drive will be lost.

Shorted Batteries

The Status Indicator panel uses a symbol inside the battery outline of the Battery Level indicator to display the operating level available in that battery. (See Figure 2-9 on page 17) If this display shows a Shorted Battery, it means that the battery is damaged and must be replaced so it does not damage any other parts of your LifeBook.

REPLACING THE BATTERY

With the purchase of an additional battery, you can have a fully charged spare to swap with one that is not charged. (Figure 4-1)

1. Have a charged battery ready to install.

2. Shut down your LifeBook and disconnect the AC adapter.

3. Slide the battery release panel open.

4. Remove the battery from the bay.

5. Slide the new battery into the bay.

6. Slide the battery release panel close.

7. Plug in the AC adapter and turn the power on.

Battery Release Panel

(a)

(d)

Dead Battery Suspend mode shows on the Status indicator just like the normal Suspend mode. Once your LifeBook goes into Dead Battery Suspend mode you will be unable to resume operation until you provide a source of power either from an adapter, or a charged battery. Once you have provided power, you will need to press the Suspend/Resume button to resume operation. In the Dead Battery Suspend mode, your data can be maintained for some time, but if a power source is not provided promptly, the Power indicator will stop flashing and go out, meaning that you have lost the data that was not stored. Once you provide power, you can continue to use your LifeBook while an adapter is charging the battery.

(b)

(c)

Figure 4-1 Replacing the Battery

CAUTION

If the Lithium ion battery connector is not fully seated, you may not be able to use your LifeBook or charge your battery.

(e)

(f)

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Figure 4-2 Loading/Ejecting a SuperDisk or 3.5” Floppy Disk

Eject Button

SuperDisk™ 120 or Floppy Disk Drive

Your Fujitsu LifeBook has either a SuperDisk drive, which can use either standard floppy disks or Super floppy disks (with a capacity of 120MB), or a 3.5" floppy disk drive with the ability to read and write information on removable 1.44MB and 720KB floppy disks.

WARNING

Your SuperDisk 120 drive does not support warm-, or hot-swapping. You must cold-swap in order to use your SuperDisk 120 drive.

LOADING A DISK

To load a disk into your disk drive, follow these easy steps:

1. Orient the disk so that its label is facing upwards and the shutter side is pointing towards the drive.

(Figure 4-2)

2. Push the disk into the drive until the Eject button pops out and you hear a click.

POINT

When there is no disk in the drive, the Eject button is flush with your LifeBook.

EJECTING A DISK

To eject a disk from the disk drive, follow these easy steps:

1. Check that the Floppy Disk Drive Access indicator is inactive.

2. Press the Eject button. This will push your disk partially out of the drive.

3. Remove the disk.

SOFTWARE EJECT FOR LS-120 DISK (ONLY IN MODELS WITH WINDOWS 98 SECOND EDITION)

1. Put the cursor on the LS-120 drive in My Computer.

2. Right mouse click.

3. Select Eject.

CAUTION

If you eject the disk while the Floppy Disk Drive Access indicator is active, there is a risk of damaging the data on the disk, the disk itself or even the disk drive.

PREPARING A DISK FOR USE

Before you can use a new disk, it needs to be prepared so your LifeBook knows where to store information. This preparation is called formatting or initializing a disk. You will need to format new disks, unless they are preformatted. (Please refer to your operating system manual for step-by-step instructions on formatting a disk)

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To prevent accidental erasure of the data stored on a disk, slide the “write protect” tab until a small hole is exposed. This sets the disk into a protected state where nothing can be added or removed. If you want to add or remove data on a protected disk, slide the “write protect” tab to close the small hole. (Figure 4-3)

Super Floppy Disk Floppy Disk

Write Enabled

Write Protected

Figure 4-3 Floppy Disk Write Protect

CAUTION

Formatting a floppy disk that already contains data will erase all of the information on the disk.

AUTO INSERT NOTIFICATION FUNCTION (ONLY IN MODELS WITH WINDOWS 98 SECOND EDITION)

The Auto Insert Notification function allows your LifeBook to automatically see the contents of your floppy disk as soon as it is inserted in the SuperDisk drive.

3. Double-click the System icon. This will open the System Properties dialog box.

4. Select the Device Manager tab to display the device lists for your LifeBook.

5. Click on the

to the left of the LS-120 drive icon.

The treeview will expand to show the LS-120 drive manufacturer’s name and model number.

6. Double-click on the LS-120 drive manufacturer’s name and model number. This will open the LS-120 drive manufacturer’s name and model number dialog box.

7. Select the Settings tab and then remove the check mark in the Auto Insert Notification Notification box to turn it off.

8. Click OK.

9. Click Close in the System Properties dialog box, then click Ye s in the System Settings Change pop-up window when it asks you to restart your machine and activate this change.

The Auto Insert Notification function can be re-activated by repeating this process and placing a check mark in the Auto Insert Notification box to turn it back on.

Disabling Auto Insert Notification Function

To disable the Auto Insert Notification function, follow these easy steps:

1. Save all data and close all open applications.

2. From the Start menu, select Settings, and then select Control Panel.

Figure 4-4 CD-ROM Drive

User Installable Features

CD Eject Button

CD Holder Tray

CD-ROM Drive

Your LifeBook contains a 24x max CD-ROM player. This gives you access to both software and audio CDs.

(Figure 4-4)

CAUTION

Do not operate your CD-ROM drive unless your LifeBook is sitting on a flat surface. Using a CD when the drive is not level may damage the drive or prevent proper operation.

LOADING A CD

To load a CD into your CD-ROM drive, follow these easy steps:

1. Push and release the eject button on the front of the CD-ROM drive to open the holder tray. The tray will come out of the LifeBook a short distance.

2. Gently pull the tray out until a CD can easily be placed in the tray.

CAUTION

There may be a protective sheet in the tray when it was shipped, please make sure it is removed before operating.

3. Place the CD into the tray, label side up, with the hole in the center of the CD. Snap the CD onto the raised circle in the center of the tray.

4. Gently push the holder tray back in until you hear a click. (Figure 4-5)

POINT

If you have disabled the Auto Insert Function, you will have to start the CD from your desktop, as your LifeBook will not automatically recognize that a CD has been loaded.

(a)

(c)

Figure 4-5 Loading/Ejecting a CD

(b)

(d)

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REMOVING A CD

1. Push and release the eject button on the front of the CD-ROM drive. This will stop the CD and the holder tray will come out of the LifeBook a short distance.

2. Gently pull the tray out until the CD can easily be removed from the tray.

3. Carefully remove the CD from the holder tray.

4. Gently push the holder tray back in until you hear a click.

AUTO INSERT FUNCTION (ONLY IN MODELS WITH WINDOWS 98 SECOND EDITION)

The Auto Insert function allows your LifeBook to automatically start a CD as soon as it is inserted in the CDROM drive and the tray is closed. Your LifeBook will begin playing an audio CD or will start an application if the CD includes an auto run file.

Disabling Auto Insert Function

To disable the Auto Insert function, follow these easy steps:

1. Save all data and close all open applications.

2. From the Start menu, select Settings, and then select Control Panel.

3. Double-click the System icon. This will open the System Properties dialog box.

4. Select the Device Manager tab to display the device lists for your LifeBook.

5. Click on the The treeview will expand to show the CD-ROM

drive manufacturer’s name and model number.

6. Double-click on the CD-ROM drive manufacturer’s name and model number. This will open the CD-ROM drive manufacturer’s name and model number dialog box.

7. Select the Settings tab and then remove the check mark in the Auto Insert Notification box to turn it off.

8. Click OK.

9. Click Close in the System Properties dialog box, then click Ye s in the System Settings Change pop-up window when it asks you to restart your machine and activate this change.

The Auto Insert function can be re-activated by repeating this process and placing a check mark in the Auto In sert

Notification box to turn it back on.

to the left of the CD-ROM drive icon.

Figure 4-6 DVD/CD-ROM Drive

DVD/CD-ROM Drive

Your LifeBook contains a DVD/CD-ROM drive which is both a 6x DVD player and a 24x max CD player. This gives you access to movie, software and audio DVD/ CDs. (Figure 4-6)

DVD PLAYER SOFTWARE

With the DVD/CD-ROM drive and DVD Player software you can play DVD movies on your LifeBook. The DVD player includes controls which allow you to take full advantage of the features of a DVD movie, as well as standard features such as fast forward, fast reverse, pause, etc.

You will need to install the DVD Player software before using the DVD/CD-ROM drive. The DVD Player software is included on the CD labeled DVD Application CD. You may also need to reinstall your DVD Player software if:

■

Your DVD Player software becomes corrupted and is not operating properly.

■

You perform a complete system software recovery utilizing the recovery CD.

POINT

You should periodically check the Fujitsu Web site at www.fujitsu-pc.com for current updated drivers.

User Installable Features

DVD/CD Eject Button

DVD/CD Holder Tray

POINT

DVD Player Software is only supported by models with Windows 98 Second Edition pre-installed. The DVD drive can be used in Windows 2000 Professional models, but unlike the Windows 98 Second Edition models, it cannot be used for watching DVD movies.

Installing the DVD Player Software

To install the DVD Player software follow these easy step:

1. Make sure you either close or disable any open programs, applications and utilities. This includes the MS Office Toolbar, any anti-virus programs and screen savers.

2. Insert the DVD Application CD into the DVD/ CD-ROM drive. If the CD Auto Run feature activates, skip Step 3.

3. From the Start menu, select Run, type

D:\Softdvd\Setup.exe

and click OK.

4. Go through the installation process by following the directions on screen.

5. Once the installation is complete, you will be asked to restart your LifeBook.

6. To use the DVD Player software, click Start, Programs, and then DVD Player.

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Uninstalling the DVD Player Software

The DVD Player software should be removed if you wish to use a 3rd party DVD player instead of the Fujitsu DVD Player. To un-install the DVD Player software follow these easy steps:

1. Close any open files on the DVD/CD-ROM drive.

2. Remove any DVD/CD from the drive.

3. From the Start menu, select Settings, and then select Control Panel.

4. Double-click the Add/Remove Programs icon.

5. Select the Fujitsu DVD Player from the Add/ Remove Programs Properties dialog box.

6. Click the Add/Remove button and the DVD/ CD-ROM software will be uninstalled.

POINT

If you wish to use a 3rd party DVD player software, you must uninstall the Fujitsu DVD Player software or the 3rd party DVD Player software may not operate correctly.

CAUTION

There may be a protective sheet in the tray when it was shipped, please make sure it is removed before operating.

3. Place the DVD/CD into the tray, label side up, with the hole in the center of the DVD/CD. Snap the DVD/ CD onto the raised circle in the center of the tray.

4. Gently push the holder tray back in until you hear a click. (Figure 4-7)

POINT

If you have disabled the Auto Insert function, you will have to start the DVD/CD from your desktop, as your LifeBook will not automatically recognize that a DVD/CD has been loaded.

CAUTION

Do not operate your DVD/CD-ROM drive unless your LifeBook is sitting on a flat surface. Using a DVD/CD when the drive is not level may damage the drive or prevent proper operation.

CAUTION

Prolonged use of the DVD/CD-ROM drive, such as watching a DVD movie, will substantially reduce your battery life.

LOADING A DVD/CD

To load a DVD/CD into your DVD/CD-ROM drive, follow these easy steps:

1. Push and release the eject button on the front of the DVD/CD-ROM drive to open the holder tray. The tray will come out of the LifeBook a short distance.

2. Gently pull the tray out until a DVD/CD can easily be placed in the tray.

(a)

(c)

Figure 4-7 Loading/Ejecting a DVD/CD

(b)

(d)

REMOVING A DVD/CD

1. Push and release the eject button on the front of the DVD/CD-ROM drive. This will stop the DVD/CD and the holder tray will come out of the LifeBook a short distance.

2. Gently pull the tray out until the DVD/CD can easily be removed from the tray.

3. Carefully remove the DVD/CD from the holder tray.

4. Gently push the holder tray back in until you hear a click.

User Installable Features

USING THE DVD PLAYER SOFTWARE

Starting a DVD Movie

1. Insert the DVD movie into the DVD drive of your LifeBook. If the CD AutoRun feature activates, skip Step 2.

2. From the Start menu, select Programs, then select DVD Player and click DVD Player. This will launch the DVD movie.

3. Click OK to close the About DVD Player Performance dialog box and the movie will begin.

Opening the DVD Player Control Panel

In most DVD-ROMs, you have the option to alter how the movie should play and what you wish to view. You can do this by using the DVD Player control panel and the mouse.

1. Right-click on the movie screen to open a dropdown menu for options.

2. Select Panel Control, for all the controls available, select Navigator Control for navigation controls only, or select Angle Control to open a small box that allows you to select different angles to view the movie. From these controls, it is possible to add sub-titles, speed up or slow down, even play movie related games.

Exiting the DVD Player

1. Click on the ' located in the upper right corner of the title bar. This will open a DVD Player dialog box.

2. Click Ye s to stop and exit the movie, or No to close the DVD Player dialog box and return to the movie.

USING THE DVD PLAYER ON BATTERY POWER

Since DVDs consume a lot of power, your overall battery life will be shorter when operating the DVD continuously (such as watching a DVD movie) than during standard operation.

CAUTION

Prolonged use of the DVD, such as watching a DVD movie, will substantially reduce your LifeBook’s battery life.

CAUTION

Many movies’ run-times are longer than your system can support on a single battery. If you are watching a DVD movie on battery power you may need to swap in an additional, charged battery or attach AC power during the movie to view it in its entirety.

Using the DVD Player Control Panel

The DVD Player software allows you to watch the movie much like a VCR player. You have the option to pause, rewind, fast-forward and stop the movie at any point.

1. Right-click on the movie screen to open a dropdown menu for options.

2. Select Panel Control, for all the controls available. This will open the control panel into the bottom of the screen.

3. To Pause the movie, click the ! button.

4. To Rewind the movie, click the " button to rewind to a specific portion of the movie, or the # button to return to the opening screen.

5. To Fast-forward the movie, click the $ button to forward to a specific portion of the movie, or the % button to jump to the ending credits.

6. To Stop the movie, click the & button.

POINT

An additional full-charged battery is highly recommended if you will be watching DVD movies on battery power. If you don’t have an additional battery, you may purchase one either on-line at FPCDirect.fujitsu-pc.com or call 1-877-FPCDirect (1-877-372-3473).

To Watch a Movie on Battery Power:

1. Have an additional full-charged battery or your AC adapter ready for use.

2. Start watching your DVD movie.

3. When the low battery warning occurs, immediately stop the movie and exit the DVD player.

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CAUTION

If you do not stop the DVD player quickly and the LifeBook attempts to auto-suspend (critical battery low state) the LifeBook will shutdown improperly. If this occurs, you will need to perform a hard reset and follow the instruction, if any, presented to you before the system will reboot.

4. Manually place your LifeBook into suspend mode by depressing the Suspend button and replace the discharged battery with an additional full-charged battery. Or if you do not have an additional battery, you may attach AC power as soon as you see the low battery warning.

5. Resume your LifeBook by pressing the Power and Suspend/Resume button again. This step is not required if you attached AC power without entering suspend mode.

6. Restart your DVD player, locate and skip to the chapter of the movie you were last watching.

7. Continue watching your DVD movie.

4. Select the Device Manager tab to display the device lists for your LifeBook.

5. Click on the

to the left of the DVD/CD-ROM

drive icon. The treeview will expand to show the DVD/CD-ROM drive manufacturer’s name and model number.

6. Double-click on the DVD/CD-ROM drive manufac- turer’s name and model number. This will open the DVD/CD-ROM drive manufacturer’s name and model number dialog box.

7. Select the Settings tab and then remove the check mark in the Auto Insert Notification box to turn it off.

8. Click OK.

9. Click Close in the System Properties dialog box, then click Ye s in the System Settings Change pop-up window when it asks you to restart your machine and activate this change.

The Auto Insert function can be re-activated by repeating this process and placing a check mark in the Auto Inser t Notification box to turn it back on.

POINT

Some shorter DVD movies may not require you to swap batteries or attach AC power to complete them. However, it is best to be prepared since actual battery life while operating the DVD cannot be guaranteed.

AUTO INSERT FUNCTION

The Auto Insert Function allows your LifeBook to automatically start a DVD/CD as soon as it is inserted in the DVD/CD-ROM drive and the tray is closed. Your LifeBook will begin playing an audio DVD/CD or will start an application if the DVD/CD includes an auto run file.

Disabling Auto Insert Function

To disable the Auto Insert function, follow these easy steps:

1. Save all data and close all open applications.

2. From the Start menu, select Settings, and then select Control Panel.

3. Double-click the System icon. This will open the System Properties dialog box.

User Installable Features

Hard Disk Drive

Your Fujitsu LifeBook Series notebook hard disk drive capacity is dependent on which model you are using. Some notebooks may also contain a removable hard disk drive in addition to the internal hard disk drive. (See

Specifications on page 95 for more information)

FORMATTING THE HARD DISK DRIVE

The internal hard disk drive is formatted, or initialized, at the factory. You do not need to format it under normal circumstances. If you decide to reformat due to corruption or upgrade, please refer to your operating system documentation for the correct procedure.

WARNING

Reformatting the hard disk drive will erase all of the data currently stored on it, including the operating system and installed programs.

Before you reformat your hard disk drive, please note:

■

Any data that currently resides on your hard disk drive must be backed-up to floppy disks or other data storage media, or it will be permanently lost. These back-up disks can then be used to re-install and restore your data. (See your operating system manual for more

information on backing-up your data files)

■

All application software that is installed on the hard disk drive, must be re-installed from the original source.

■

The factory-installed software, including the operating system, can be restored using the Recovery CD that came with your notebook.

MODULAR HARD DISK DRIVE

Your notebook may contain a modular hard disk drive in addition to the internal hard disk drive. If you notebook has a modular hard disk drive you will need to format the drive before using it.

Formatting the Modular Hard Disk Drive

1. Boot the system. When the Fujitsu logo appears press the [F8] key to bring up the Microsoft Windows Startup Menu.

2. Select option 6 command prompt only, using the arrow key and press [Enter].

3. At the C:> prompt, type Fdisk and press [Enter].

4. You will see a long message appear on the screen. At the bottom of the message you will see the option,

Do you wish to enable large disk support (Y/N)...? [N]. Ty pe Y to change

the option in the last statement to yes and press [Enter] to continue.

5. You are now in the FDISK Options menu. Type 5 to select Change Current fixed disk drive and press [Enter].

6. The next Change Current Fixed Disk Drive screen displays info for both Primary(C:) & Secondary (D:) Disks. Type 2 at the Fixed Disk Drive Number and press [Enter].

7. You are now back in the FDISK Options menu for drive D:. Press 4 in the Enter Choice: [ ] field to go the Display partition information option and press [Enter].

8. If the message No partitions defined

appears at the bottom of the Display Partition Information screen, press [Esc].

9. You are now back in the FDISK Options menu. Press 1 to change the Enter Choice: [ ] field to the Create DOS partition or Logical DOS Drive option (it should already be set to 1 as the default) and press [Enter].

10. Press [Enter] again to select the default setting (#1) Create Primary DOS Partition.

11. Fdisk will verify drive integrity and ask you if you wish to use the maximum available size for Primary DOS Partition. Type Y for Yes. A message appears “Primary DOS partition created, drive letters changed as added.” Press Esc to continue. In this case the partition usage will be 100% or 10GB, this number may vary depending on your drive size.

12. You are now back in the FDISK Options menu. Press 4 to display your partitions info.

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13. You should see the following in the Create Primary DOS Partition screen:

Partition Status Type Volume Label

D:1 PRI DOS Mbytes System Usage 6194* Unknown 100% Primary DOS Partition created

14. Press [Esc] three times to exit the Create Primary DOS Partition screen and FDISK Options menu.

15. Restart your notebook. when the Fujitsu logo appears, press the [F8] key to bring up the Microsoft Startup Menu.

16. Type FORMAT D: to format the hard drive. When formatting is done, restart your notebook.

Your notebook will now detect the hard disk drive and activate it within your system. The drive letters associated with the hard disk drive will be created and listed under My Computer and Windows Explorer.

Removing and Installing the Removable Hard Disk Drive

To remove the hard disk drive or to install a new hard disk drive follow these easy steps: (Figure 4-8)

1. Turn off the notebook and disconnect the AC adapter.

2. Unlock the release button and slide down the cover.

3. Remove the hard disk drive and insert the new one.

4. Slide the cover up to lock.

Release Button

Cover

WARNING

Be sure to turn off your notebook and disconnect the AC adapter before replacing the hard disk drive, otherwise you might get an electric shock.

Figure 4-8 Removing/Installing the removable hard disk drive

PC Card

User Installable Features

PC Card Slot

Eject Button

Figure 4-9 Installing/Removing PC Cards

PC Cards

Your LifeBook supports two Type II and one Type III PC Cards, which can perform a variety of functions depending on which type of PC Card you install.

(Figure 4-9)

Some available PC Cards:

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Zoomed Video

■

Fax/data modem

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Local area network (LAN)

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IDE solid-state disk

■

SCSI

■

Other PC Cards that conform to PCMCIA 2.1 or CardBus standards.

For further information, refer to the instructions supplied with your PC Card.

POINT

Windows 2000 Professional does not support Zoomed video cards.

INSTALLING PC CARDS

PC Cards are installed in the PC Card slot. To install a PC Card, follow these easy steps:

WARNING

Installing or removing a PC Card during your LifeBook’s shutdown or bootup process may damage the card and/or your LifeBook.

WARNING

Do not insert a PC Card into a slot if there is water or any other substance on the card as you may permanently damage the card, your LifeBook or both.

1. See your PC Card manual for specific instructions on the installation of your card. Some PC Cards may require your LifeBook to be Off while installing them.

2. Make sure there is no PC Card currently in the slot. If there is, see Removing PC Cards.

3. Insert your PC Card into the slot with the product label facing up.

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4. Push the card into the slot firmly until it is seated in the opening. You will hear a click and the Eject button will pop away from your LifeBook.

5. Flip the Eject button towards the front of your LifeBook.

6. Lock the PC Card into the slot by sliding the Lock button toward the front of your LifeBook.

REMOVING PC CARDS

To remove a PC Card, perform the following steps:

CAUTION

Windows 98 Second Edition

for PC Cards that must be followed before removing a card. Review your operating system manual for the correct procedure.

Windows 2000 Professional

stopped using the Unplug or Eject Hardware utility on the taskbar. Refer to your operating system manual for the correct procedure.

1. See your PC Card manual for specific instructions on removing your card. Some PC Cards may require your LifeBook to be Off while removing them.

has a shutdown procedure

PC Cards should be

POINT

If the dialog box states that the device cannot be removed, you must save all of your open files, close any open applications and shut down your LifeBook. Once your LifeBook has been shut down, you must turn Off the power using the power switch.

2. Unlock the PC Card from the slot by sliding the Lock button toward the rear of your LifeBook.

3. Flip the Eject button towards the rear of your LifeBook until it is fully extended, and then push it in until it is flush with the LifeBook. This will push the PC Card slightly out of the slot allowing you to remove the card.

CAUTION

If the PC Card has an external connector and cable, do not pull the cable when removing the card.

User Installable Features

Memory Upgrade Module

Your LifeBook comes with 64MB or 128MB high speed Synchronous Dynamic RAM (SDRAM) factory installed. To increase your LifeBook’s memory capacity, you may install an additional memory upgrade module. You can also replace the original memory module with a higher capacity module. The memory upgrade must be a dualin-line (DIMM) SDRAM module, however it can be any capacity.

CAUTION

Do not remove any screws from the memory upgrade module compartment, except the ones specifically shown in the directions for installing and removing the memory upgrade module.

INSTALLING A MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE

1. Turn off power to your LifeBook using the power switch, and remove any power adapter (AC or auto/airline).

2. Make sure that all the connector covers are closed.

3. Turn the LifeBook bottom side up, with the front panel toward you.

4. Remove the screw at the front of the memory upgrade module compartment. (Figure 4-10)

5. Remove the cover by tilting the front edge up and then pulling forward until the tabs on the cover are free.

CAUTION

The memory upgrade module can be severely damaged by electro-static discharge (ESD). Be sure you are properly grounded when handling and installing the module.

6. Remove the memory upgrade module from the static guarded sleeve.

7. Align the memory upgrade module with the part side up. Align the connector edge of the memory upgrade module with the connector slot in the compartment. The connector will be pointing toward the rear of the LifeBook.

8. Insert the memory upgrade module at a 45° angle. Press the connector edge of the module firmly down and into the connector until it lodges under the retaining clip. You will hear a click when it is properly in place. (Figure 4-11)

Figure 4-11 Installing a Memory Upgrade Module

9. Replace the cover by hooking the tabs under the rear edge of the compartment opening and tilting down until flush with the bottom of your LifeBook.

10. Replace the screw.

Figure 4-10 Opening the Memory Upgrade Compartment

POINT

The memory upgrade module is not something you routinely remove from your LifeBook. Once it is installed, you can leave it in place unless you want to increase system memory capacity.

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REMOVING A MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE

1. Perform steps 1 through 5 of Installing a Memory Upgrade Module.

2. Pull the clips sideways away from each side of the memory upgrade module at the same time.

3. While holding the clips out, remove the module from the slot by lifting it up and pulling towards the rear of your LifeBook. (Figure 4-12)

Figure 4-12 Removing a Memory Upgrade Module

4. Store the memory upgrade module in a static guarded sleeve.

5. Replace the cover by following steps 9 and 10 of Installing a Memory Upgrade Module.

POINT

After installing your added memory module, you must complete the Resetting the Save-to-Disk Parameters procedure in order for the Save-to-Disk mode to operate properly on your LifeBook.

(See Save-to-Disk Mode

on page 44 for more information)

CHECKING THE COMPUTER RECOGNITION OF NEW MEMORY CAPACITY

Once you have changed the system memory capacity by either adding or removing a memory upgrade module, be sure to check that your LifeBook has recognized the change.

You can check the memory capacity by looking at the main menu of the BIOS setup:

1. Turn on the power to your LifeBook using the power switch.

2. Allow the system to start booting and press the F2 key once the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. This will open the main menu of the BIOS setup with the current settings displayed. (See BIOS Setup Utility on

page 41 for more information)

The System Memory and the Extended Memory capacity, as detected by your LifeBook during the Power On Self Test (POST), are displayed at the bottom of the main menu screen. The chart below shows you the possible displays that can be shown on the main menu screen. In the chart, Slot 1 is the original SDRAM memory compartment while Slot 2 is the upgrade compartment located in the center of your LifeBook.

POINT

If the total memory displayed is incorrect, check that your memory upgrade module is properly installed. (If the module is properly installed and the capacity is still not correctly recognized, see the Troubleshooting section starting on page 71)

Installed Displayed

Slot 1

64MB 64MB 64MB

64MB 128MB 128MB 128MB 128MB

Slot 2

0 32MB 64MB

128MB

0 32MB 64MB

128MB

Tot a l R A M

Installed

64MB

96MB 128MB 192MB 128MB 160MB 192MB 256MB

System

Memory

640K 640K 640K 640K 640K 640K 640K 640K

Extended

Memory

63MB

95MB 127MB 191MB 127MB 159MB 191MB 255MB

User Installable Features

Device Ports

Your LifeBook comes equipped with multiple ports to which you can connect an external device including: disk drives, keyboards, modems, printers, etc.

COMMUNICATIONS PORT

Depending on your LifeBook’s configuration you will have either a Modem (RJ-11) jack or LAN (RJ-45) jack. Refer to your configuration label for your specific option. (See Configuration Label on page 95 for more

information)

Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack

The modem (RJ-11) telephone jack is used for an internal modem. To connect the telephone cable follow these easy steps: (See Figure 2-4 on page 12 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

3. Plug the other end of the telephone cable into a telephone outlet.

WARNING

Do not connect the internal modem to a Digital PBX as it may cause serious damage to the modem or your LifeBook. It should be noted that some hotels use the Digital PBX systems, please be sure to find out BEFORE you connect your modem. Consult your PBX manufacturer’s documentation for more information.

CAUTION

The internal modem is designed to the ITU-T V.90 standard. Its maximum speed of 53000bps is the highest allowed by the FCC, and its actual connection rate depends on the line conditions. The maximum speed is 33600bps at upload.

CAUTION

The internal modem on all Fujitsu LifeBooks is not qualified for use with telephone systems outside the United States and Canada and may not operate in other countries.

Internal LAN (RJ-45) Jack

The internal LAN (RJ-45) jack is used for an internal Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-T/Tx) connection. If your LifeBook has been configured with internal LAN capability you will need to configure your LifeBook to work with your particular network. (Please refer to your network administrator for information on your network configuration.) To connect the LAN cable follow these easy steps: (See Figure 2-4 on page 12 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN outlet.

PARALLEL PORT

The parallel port, or LPT port, allows you to connect parallel devices, such as a printer to your LifeBook. In order to connect a parallel interface device follow these easy steps: (See Figure 2-6 on page 14 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

3. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on each end of the connector.

SERIAL PORT

The serial port, or COMM port, allows you to connect serial devices, such as printers or scanners. In order to connect a serial interface device follow these easy steps: (See Figure 2-6 on page 14 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

3. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on each end of the connector.

PS/2 PORT

The PS/2 port allows you to connect an external keyboard, and/or numeric keypad and mouse. In order to connect a PS/2 interface device follow these easy steps:

(See Figure 2-6 on page 14 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

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POINT

A mouse, keyboard, or keypad may be installed and automatically recognized by your LifeBook without restarting or changing setups.

POINT

The use of two PS/2 devices simultaneously from the port requires a PS/2 splitter.

UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS PORT

The Universal Serial Bus port (USB) allows you to connect USB devices such as external game pads, pointing devices, keyboards and/or speakers. In order to connect a USB device follow these easy steps: (See

Figure 2-6 on page 14 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

CAUTION

Due to the ongoing changes in USB technology and standards, not all USB devices and/or drivers are guaranteed to work.

POINT

Windows NT 4.0 does not support USB devices at this time.

The following conditions may interfere with infrared communications:

■

A television, radio remote control unit, or a wireless headphone is being used nearby.

■

Direct sunlight, fluorescent light, or incandescent light shines directly on the port.

CAUTION

Do not move either device while communication is active as it may interrupt data transmission.

CAUTION

Be careful not to scratch the infrared port lens. Scratches, dirt, or other surface marks can degrade operation.

POINT

With Windows 98 Second Edition, you can use the Infrared Recipient application for infrared file transfers. LapLink Professional software can also be used for infrared file transfers.

WIRELESS INFRARED MOUSE PORT

The Wireless Infrared Mouse Port allows you to use a wireless, Infrared (IR) Mouse. The IR Mouse communicates directly with the IR Mouse port without the use of a cable. (See Figure 2-3 on page 10 for location)

INFRARED PORT

The Infrared IrDA 1.1 (4Mbps) port allows for wireless data transfer between your LifeBook and other IrDA-compatible devices, such as another computer or a printer, without the use of a cable. (See Figure 2-4 on

page 12 for location)

It is important to keep in mind that while carrying out this form of communication, both devices must be placed so their infrared ports are directly facing each other without obstruction. The devices must also be separated by at least 6" but no more than 36" for maximum performance.

MICROPHONE JACK

The microphone jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone. Your microphone must be equipped with a 1/8"(3.5 mm) mono mini-plug in order to fit into the microphone jack of your LifeBook. In order to connect a microphone follow these easy steps: (See

Figure 2-3 on page 10 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

User Installable Features

STEREO LINE-IN JACK

The stereo line-in jack allows you to connect an external audio source to your LifeBook, such as an audio cassette player. Your audio device must be equipped with a 1/8" (3.5 mm) stereo mini-plug in order to fit into the stereo line-in jack of your LifeBook. In order to connect a external audio source follow these easy steps: (See Figure

2-3 on page 10 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

POINT

The stereo line-in jack will not support an external microphone.

HEADPHONE JACK

The headphone jack allows you to connect headphones or powered external speakers to your LifeBook. Your headphones or speakers must be equipped with a 1/8" (3.5 mm) stereo mini-plug. In order to connect headphones or speakers follow these easy steps:

(See Figure 2-3 on page 10 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

POINT

If you plug headphones into the headphone jack, you will disable the built-in stereo speakers.

DOCKING PORT

The docking port is used for the connection of your LifeBook to an optional port replicator or docking station. In order to connect your LifeBook to one of these devices follow the instructions that came with your docking port. (See Figure 2-6 on page 14 for location)

CAUTION

Some LifeBook’s have a sliding panel that encloses the ports. The sliding panel can be damaged if it is left open while the LifeBook is moved.

EXTERNAL MONITOR PORT

The external monitor port allows you to connect an external VGA or SVGA monitor. In order to connect an external monitor follow these easy steps: (See Figure 2-6

on page 14 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

3. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on each end of the connector.

POINT

Pressing the [FN] + [F10] keys allows you to change your selection of where to send your display video. Each time you press the key combination, you will step to the next choice, starting with the built-in display panel only, moving to the external monitor only, finally moving to both the built-in display panel and an external monitor.

EXTERNAL FLOPPY DISK DRIVE PORT

The external floppy disk drive port is used for attaching an optional external floppy disk drive or an optional modular floppy disk drive with the optional floppy cable. In order to connect a external floppy disk drive to your LifeBook follow the instructions that came with your external floppy disk drive. (See Figure 2-6 on page

14 for location)

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Section Five

Troubleshooting

Identifying the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Troubleshooting Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Power On Self Test Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

Emergency DVD/CD-ROM Tray Release . . . . . . 83

Modem Result Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Recovery CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

Your LifeBook is sturdy and subject to few problems in the field. However, you may encounter simple setup or operating problems that you can solve on the spot, or problems with peripheral devices, that you can solve by replacing the device. The information in this section helps you isolate and resolve some of these straightforward problems and identify failures that require service.

IDENTIFYING THE PROBLEM

If you encounter a problem, go through the following procedure before pursuing complex troubleshooting:

1. Turn off your LifeBook.

2. Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into your LifeBook and to an active AC power source.

3. Make sure that any card installed in the PC Card slot is seated properly. You can also remove the card from the slot, thus eliminating it as a possible cause of failure.

4. Make sure that any devices connected to the external connectors are plugged in properly. You can also disconnect such devices, thus eliminating them as possible causes of failure.

5. Turn on your LifeBook. Make sure it has been off at least 10 seconds before you turn it on.

6. Go through the boot sequence.

7. If the problem has not been resolved, refer to the Troubleshooting Table, that follows, for more detailed troubleshooting information.

POINT

If you keep notes about what you have tried, your support representative may be able to help you more quickly by giving additional suggestions over the phone.

CAUTION

Do not return a failed LifeBook to your supplier until you have talked to a support representative.

8. If you have tried the solutions suggested in the Troubleshooting Table without success, contact your support representative:

Toll free: 1-800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487) Fax: 1-901-259-5700 E-mail: 8fujitsu@fpc.fujitsu.com Web site: http://www.8fujitsu.com.

Before you place the call, you should have the following information ready so that the customer support representative can provide you with the fastest possible solution:

■

Product name

■

Product configuration number

■

Product serial number

■

Purchase date

■

Conditions under which the problem occurred

■

Any error messages that have occurred

■

Hardware configuration

■

Type of device connected, if any

See the Configuration Label on the bottom of your LifeBook for configuration and serial numbers. (See

Figure 2-7 on page 15 for location)

SPECIFIC PROBLEMS

Using PC-Doctor (with Windows 98 Second Edition only)

PC-Doctor is a diagnostic program by Watergate Software, Inc. which comes pre-installed on your LifeBook. If you are an experienced computer user you may find it useful, however, it is intended primarily to help your Fujitsu support representative better serve you. When you call for help, your support representative may ask you to setup your LifeBook for modem operation. You will be told what to do step by step, and then asked to hang up the phone and plug your phone line into the back of your LifeBook. Your support representative will then use the service computer to call your LifeBook and perform diagnostic tests to find the nature of you problem. Messages will be displayed on the screen explaining what is being done and any further instructions that you may need.

Using the Troubleshooting Table

When you have problems with your LifeBook, try to find the symptoms under the Problem column of the troubleshooting table for the feature giving you difficulty. You will find a description of common causes for that symptom under the column Possible Cause and what, if anything, you can do to correct the condition

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under Possible Solutions. All possible causes or solutions may not apply to your LifeBook.

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

Problem Page

Audio Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

DVD/CD-ROM Drive Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Docking Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Floppy Disk Drive Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Hard Drive Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Keyboard or Mouse Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

Audio Problems

Problem Page

Modem Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Parallel, Serial and USB Device Problems . . . . . . . . . .75

PC Card Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Power Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Shutdown and Startup Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Video Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

Miscellaneous Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

There is no sound coming from the built-in speakers.

The volume is turned too low. Adjust the volume control on your LifeBook.

The software volume control is set too low.

Headphones are plugged into your LifeBook.

BIOS audio settings are incorrect.

Software driver is not configured correctly.

DVD/CD-ROM Drive Problems

LifeBook fails to recognize DVD/CDs.

DVD/CD is not pushed down onto raised center circle of the drive.

DVD/CD-ROM tray is not latched shut.

Setup utility is set to something other than DVD/CDROM or Auto for the Secondary Master Controller.

Wrong drive designator was used for DVD/CD in the application.

Adjust the sound volume control settings in your software, operating system and applications.

Plugging in headphones disables the built-in speakers, remove the headphones.

Set the BIOS setup utility to the default values within the Multimedia Device Configuration menu. (See

BIOS Setup Utility on page 41 for more information)

Refer to your application and operating system documentation for help.

Open DVD/CD-ROM tray and re-install DVD/CD properly.

Push on the front of the DVD/CD-ROM tray until it latches.

Revise BIOS settings for the Secondary Master Controller. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 41 for

more information)

Verify the drive designator used by the application is the same as the one used by the operating system. When the operating system is booted from a DVD/ CD, drive designations are automatically adjusted.

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

LifeBook fails to recognize DVD/CDs. (continued)

LifeBook fails to auto-play DVD movie.

Troubleshooting

Windows DVD/CD Auto Insert function is disabled.

Start the DVD/CD from the desktop or application software or re-enable the Windows DVD/CD Auto Insert function. (See Auto Insert Function on page 60

for more information)

DVD/CD is dirty or defective. Wipe DVD/CD with a non-abrasive CD cleaning

cloth and reinsert. It if still will not work try another DVD/CD in the drive.

DVD Player Software is not installed.

Install DVD Player Software using the DVD Application.

The DVD/CD-ROM Access indicator on the Status Indicator Panel blinks at regular intervals when no DVD/CD is in the tray or the DVD/CD-ROM drive is not installed.

Docking Problems

LifeBook does not turn on when installed in Docking Station.

Floppy Disk Drive Problems

You cannot access your floppy disk.

The Windows DVD/CD Auto Insert function is active and is checking to see if a DVD/CD is ready to run.

LAN Dock AC adapter is not plugged in.

LifeBook is not properly seated in the LAN Dock.

You tried to write to a write protected floppy disk.

Floppy disk is not loaded correctly.

BIOS setup utility states

Diskette Controller: Disabled.

The floppy disk drive may not be properly installed.

This is normal. However, you may disable this feature. (See Auto Insert Function on page 60 for more

information)

Provide power to the LAN Docking Station.

Remove and re-dock your LifeBook and verify that the Docked LED illuminates.

Eject the floppy disk and set it to write enable. (See

SuperDisk™ 120 or Floppy Disk Drive on page 53 for more information)

Eject floppy disk, check orientation and re-insert.

(See SuperDisk™ 120 or Floppy Disk Drive on page 53 for more information)

Revise the setup utility Main menu settings to enable Diskette Controller. (See BIOS Setup Utility

on page 41 for more information)

Remove and re-install your floppy disk drive. (See Flexible Bay Devices on page 26 for more information)

Security is set to protect access to floppy disk data.

Verify your password and security settings.

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

Hard Drive Problems

You cannot access your hard drive.

The setup utility is incorrectly set for your internal (Primary Master) or optional second hard drive (Primary Slave).

Revise BIOS settings to set both Primary Master and Primary Slave correctly. (See BIOS Setup Utility

on page 41 for more information)

Keyboard or Mouse Problems

The built-in keyboard does not seem to work.

You have installed an external keyboard or mouse, and it does not seem to work.

The wrong drive designator was used by an application when a bootable CD-ROM was used to start the LifeBook.

Security is set so your operating system cannot be started without a password.

The LifeBook has gone into Suspend mode.

Your application has locked out your keyboard.

You r e x t er na l d e vi c e i s n ot properly installed.

Your operating system software is not setup with the correct software driver for that device.

Your mouse or keyboard is connected to the wrong PS/2 port on the LAN Dock.

Verify drive designator used by application is in use by the operating system. When the operating system is booted from a CD, drive designations are automatically adjusted.

Verify your password and security settings.

Push the Power and Power and Power and Susp en d/ Resume button.

Try to use your intergrated pointing device to restart your system. If this fails, turn your LifeBook off using the power switch, wait 10 seconds or more, and then turn it back on.

Re-install your device. (See Device Ports on page 67

for more information)

Check your device and operating system documentation and activate the proper driver.

Plug the mouse into the PS/2 Mouse port and the external keyboard or numeric key pad into the PS/2 Keyboard port. (See Device Ports on page 67 for

more information)

You have connected an external keyboard or a mouse and it seems to be locking up the system.

Your operating system software is not setup with

Check your device and operating system

documentation and activate the proper driver. the correct software driver for that device.

Your system has crashed. Try to restart your LifeBook. If that fails, turn off the

power using the power switch, wait at least 10

seconds, and then power on.

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

Memory Problems

Your Power On screen, or Main menu of the BIOS setup utility information, does not show the correct amount of installed memory.

Modem Problems

Troubleshooting

Your memory upgrade module is not properly installed.

Remove and re-install your memory upgrade

module. (See Memory Upgrade Module on page 65

for more information)

You have a memory failure. Check for Power On Self Test (POST) messages.

(See Power On Self Test Messages on page 81 for more

information)

Messages about modem operation.

Messages about modem operation are generated by whichever modem application is in use.

Parallel, Serial, and USB Device Problems

You have installed a parallel port device, a serial port device or a USB device. Your LifeBook does not recognize the device, or the device does not seem to work properly.

The device is not properly installed.

The device may have been installed while an application was running, so your LifeBook is not aware of its installation.

You r s o ft w ar e m a y n ot h ave the correct software driver active.

You may ha ve th e wr o ng I/O address selected for your device.

Your device and another device are assigned the same I/O address.

Parallel port is set to output only.

See your application software documentation for

additional information.

Remove and re-install the device. (See Device Ports

on page 67 for more information)

Close the application and restart your LifeBook.

See your software documentation and activate the

correct driver.

See your device documentation and software docu-

mentation to determine the required I/O address.

Change the settings in the BIOS setup utility. (See

BIOS Setup Utility on page 41 for more information)

Check all I/O addresses located within the BIOS

setup utility and any other installed hardware or

software to make sure there are no duplications.

Check parallel port setting in the BIOS and set to

bi-directional or ECP.

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

PC Card Problems

A card inserted in the PC Card slot does not work or is locking up the system.

The card is not properly installed.

The card may have been installed while an application was running, so your LifeBook is not aware of its installation.

You r s o ft w ar e m a y n ot have the correct software driver active.

You may ha ve th e wr o ng I/O address selected for your PC Card device.

Remove and re-install the card. (See PC Cards on

page 63 for more information)

Close the application and restart your LifeBook.

See your software documentation and activate the

correct driver.

See your PC Card documentation to determine

the required I/O address. Change the settings in

the BIOS. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 41 for

more information)

Power Failures

You turn on your LifeBook and nothing seems to happen.

Your PC Card device and another device are assigned the same I/O address.

The installed primary battery is completely discharged, there is no optional second battery

Check all I/O addresses located within the BIOS

setup utility and any other installed hardware or

software to make sure there are no duplications.

Check the Status Indicator Panel to determine the

presence and condition of the batteries. (See Status

Indicator Panel on page 16 for more information)

Install a charged battery or a Power adapter. installed or there is no Power adapter (AC or Auto/ Airline) installed.

The primary battery is installed but is faulty.

Use the Status Indicator panel to verify the presence

and condition of the batteries. (See Status Indicator

Panel on page 16 for more information) If a battery is

indicating a short, remove that battery and operate

from another power source or replace that battery.

The battery or batteries are low. Check the Status Indicator Panel to determine the

presence and condition of the batteries. (See Status

Indicator Panel on page 16 for more information) Us e

a Power adapter to operate until a battery is charged

or install a charged battery.

The power adapter (AC or auto/airline) is not plugged

Verify that your adapter is connected correctly. (See

Power Sources on page 39 for more information)

in properly.

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

You turn on your LifeBook and nothing seems to happen. (continued)

The Power adapter (AC or auto/airline) has no power from the AC outlet, airplane seat jack, or the car’s cigarette lighter.

Troubleshooting

Move the AC cord to a different outlet, check for

a line switch or tripped circuit breaker for the AC

outlet. If you are using an auto/airline adapter in

a car make sure the ignition switch is in the On or

Accessories position.

Your LifeBook turns off all by itself.

Your LifeBook will not work on battery alone.

The Power adapter (AC or auto/airline) is faulty.

The power management parameters are set for auto timeouts which are too short for your operating needs.

Try a different Power adapter or install a charged

optional second battery.

Press any button on the keyboard, or move the

mouse to restore operation. If that fails, push the

Power and Suspend/Resume button. Check your

power management settings, or close your applica-

tions and go to the Power Savings menu of the setup

utility to adjust the timeout values to better suit

your operation needs.

You are operating on battery power only and have ignored a low battery alarm until the

Install a power adapter and then push the Power and

Suspend/Resume button. (See Power Sources on

page 39 for more information)

batteries are all at the dead battery state and your machine has gone into Dead Battery Suspend mode.

You have a battery failure. Verify the condition of the batteries using the

Status Indicator panel, and replace or remove

any batteries that are shorted. (See Status Indicator

Panel on page 16 for more information)

Your power adapter has failed or lost its power source.

The installed batteries are dead.

Make sure the adapter is plugged in and the outlet

has power.

Replace the battery with a charged one or install

a Power adapter.

No batteries are installed. Install a charged battery.

The batteries are improperly installed.

Your installed batteries are faulty.

Verify that the batteries are properly connected

by re-installing them.

Verify the condition of the batteries using the

Status Indicator panel and replace or remove

any batteries that are shorted. (See Status Indicator

Panel on page 16 for more information)

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

The batteries seem to discharge too quickly.

You are running an application that uses a great deal of power due to frequent hard drive access or DVD/CD-ROM access, use of a modem card or a LAN PC card.

Use both the primary battery and an optional

second battery and/or use a power adapter for this

application when at all possible.

The power savings features may be disabled.

The brightness is turned all the way up.

The batteries are very old. Replace the batteries.

The batteries have been exposed to high temperatures.

The batteries are too hot or too cold.

Shutdown and Startup Problems

The Power and Suspend/ Resume button does not work.

The Power and Suspend/ Resume button is disabled from the Advanced submenu of the Power menu of the setup utility.

You did not hold the button in long enough.

There may be a conflict with the application software.

Check the power management and/or setup utility

settings in the Power Savings menu and adjust

according to your operating needs.

Turn down the brightness adjustment. The higher

the brightness the more power your display uses.

Replace the batteries.

Restore the LifeBook to normal operating tempera-

ture. The Charging icon on the Status Indicator

panel will flash when the battery is outside its

operating range.

Enable the button from the setup utility.

Hold the button longer. This may need to be a few

seconds if your application is preventing the CPU

from checking for button pushes.

Close all applications and try the button again.

The system powers up, and displays power on information, but fails to load the operating system.

The boot sequence settings of the setup utility are not compatible with your configuration.

You have a secured system requiring a password to load your operating system.

Set the operating source by pressing the [ESC] key

while the Fujitsu logo is on screen or use the [F2]

key and enter the setup utility and adjust the source

settings from the Boot menu. (See BIOS Setup

Utility on page 41 for more information)

Make sure you have the right password. Enter the

setup utility and verify the Security settings and

modify them as accordingly. (See BIOS Setup Utility

on page 41 for more information)

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

The system powers up, and displays power on information, but fails to load the operating system. (continued)

Internal hard drive was not detected.

Troubleshooting

Use the BIOS setup utility or Primary Master

submenu, located within the Main menu, to try to

auto detect the internal hard drive.

An error message is displayed on the screen during the LifeBook (boot) sequence.

Your LifeBook appears to change setup parameters when you start it.

Video Problems

The built-in display is blank when you turn on your LifeBook.

Power On Self Test (POST) has detected a problem.

BIOS setup changes were not saved when you made them and exited the BIOS setup utility returning it to previous settings.

The BIOS CMOS hold-up battery has failed.

Something is pushing on the Closed Cover switch.

The LifeBook is set for an external monitor only.

The angle of the display and the brightness settings are not adequate for your lighting conditions.

See the Power On Self Test (POST) messages to

determine the meaning and severity of the problem.

Not all messages are errors; some are simply status

indicators. (See Power On Self Test Messages on

page 81 for more information)

Make sure you select Save Changes And Exit when

exiting the BIOS setup utility.

Contact your support representative for repairs.

This is not a user serviceable part but has a normal

life of 3 to 5 years.

Clear the Closed Cover switch. (See Figure 2-3 on

page 10 for location)

Pressing [F10] while holding down the [FN] key

allows you to change your selection of where to

send your display video. Each time you press the

combination of keys you will step to the next

choice. The choices, in order are: built-in display

only, external monitor only, both built-in display

and external monitor.

Move the display and the brightness control until

you have adequate visibility.

The LifeBook turned on with a series of beeps and your built-in display is blank.

The power management timeouts may be set for very short intervals and you failed to notice the display come on and go off again.

Power On Self Test (POST) has detected a failure which does not allow the display to operate.

Press any button the keyboard, or move the mouse

to restore operation. If that fails, push the Power and

Suspend/Resume button. (The display may be shut

off by Standy mode, Auto Suspend or Video

Timeout)

Contact your support representative.

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

The display goes blank by itself after you have been using it.

The LifeBook has gone into Video timeout, Standby mode, Suspe nd mode or Save-to-Disk mode because you have not used it for a period of time.

Press any button on the keyboard, or move the

mouse to restore operation. If that fails, push the

Power and Suspend/Resume button. Check your

power management settings, or close your applica-

tions

and go to the Power Savings menu of the setup

utility to adjust the timeout values to better suit

your operation needs. (See BIOS Setup Utility on

page 41 for more information)

The Built-in Display does not close.

The Built-in Display has bright or dark spots.

The application display uses only a portion of your screen and is surrounded by a dark frame.

Something is pushing on the Closed Cover switch.

The power management timeouts may be set for very short intervals and you failed to notice the display come on and go off again.

A foreign object, such as a paper clip, is stuck between the display and the keyboard.

If the spots are very tiny and few in number, this is normal for a large LCD display.

If the spots are numerous or large enough to interfere with your operation needs.

You are running an application that does not support 800 x 600 pixel resolution display and display compression is enabled.

Check the Closed Cover switch. (See Figure 2-3 on

page 10 for location)

Press any button on the keyboard, or move the mouse

to restore operation. If that fails, push the Power and

Suspend/Resume button. (The display may be shut

off by Standby Mode, Auto Suspend or Video

Timeout)

Remove all foreign objects from the keyboard.

This is normal; do nothing.

Display is faulty; contact your support representative.

Display compression gives a clearer but smaller

display for applications that do not support 800 x

600 pixel resolution. You can fill the screen but have

less resolution by changing your display compres-

sion setting, (See the Video Features submenu,

located within the Advanced menu of the BIOS. (See

BIOS Setup Utility on page 41 for more information)

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

You have connected an external monitor and it does not display any information.

Your BIOS setup is not set to enable your external monitor.

Troubleshooting

Try toggling the video destination by pressing [FN]

and [F10] together, or check your BIOS setup and

enable your external monitor. (See the Video Features

submenu, located within the Advanced Menu of the

BIOS. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 41 for more

information)

Your external monitor is not properly installed.

Your operating system software is not setup with the correct software driver for that device.

You have connected an external monitor and it does not come on.

Your external monitor is not compatible with your LifeBook.

Miscellaneous Problems

An error message is displayed on the screen during the operation of

Application software often has its own set of error message displays.

an application.

POWER ON SELF TEST MESSAGES

The following is an alphabetic list of error-and-status messages that Phoenix BIOS and/or your operating system can generate and an explanation of each message. Error messages are marked with an *. The most common errors are marked with a #. If an error message is displayed that is not in this list, write it down and check your operating system documentation both on screen and in the manual. If you can find no reference to the message and its meaning is not clear, contact your support representative for assistance.

nnnn Cache SRAM Passed

Where nnnn is the amount of system cache in kilobytes success-fully tested by the Power On Self Test. (This can only appear if you have an SRAM PC Card installed.)

*Diskette drive A error or Diskette drive B error

Drive A: or B: is present but fails the BIOS Power On Self Test diskette tests. Check to see that the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in the Setup Utility, (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 41 for more information) and that the diskette drive is installed correctly. If the disk

Reinstall your device. (See External Monitor Port on

page 69 for more information)

Check your device and operating system

documentation and activate the proper driver.

See your monitor documentation and the External

Monitor Support portions of the Specifications

section on page 95.

See your application manual and help displays

screens for more information. Not all messages are

errors some may simply be status.

drive is properly defined and installed, avoid using it and contact your support representative.

*Extended RAM Failed at offset: nnnn

Extended memory not working or not configured properly. If you have an installed memory upgrade module, verify that the module is properly installed. If it is properly installed, you may want to check your Windows Setup to be sure it is not using unavailable memory until you can contact your support representative.

nnnn Extended RAM Passed

Where nnnn is the amount of memory in kilobytes successfully tested.

*Failing Bits: nnnn The hex number nnnn

This is a map of the bits at the memory address (in System, Extended, or Shadow memory) which failed the memory test. Each 1 (one) in the map indicates a failed bit. This is a serious fault that may cause you to lose data if you continue. Contact your support representative.

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*Fixed Disk x Failure or Fixed Disk Controller Failure (where x = 1-4)

The fixed disk is not working or not configured properly. This may mean that the hard drive type identified in your setup utility does not agree with the type detected by the Power On Self Test. Run the setup utility to check for the hard drive type settings and correct them if necessary. If the settings are OK and the message appears when you restart the system, there may be a serious fault which might cause you to lose data if you continue. Contact your support representative.

*Incorrect Drive A type – run SETUP

Type of floppy drive A: not correctly identified in Setup. This means that the floppy disk drive type identified in your setup utility does not agree with the type detected by the Power On Self Test. Run the setup utility to correct the inconsistency.

*Incorrect Drive B type – run SETUP

Type of floppy drive B: not correctly identified in Setup. This means that the floppy disk drive type identified in your setup utility does not agree with the type detected by the Power On Self Test. Run the setup utility to correct the inconsistency.

*Invalid NVRAM media type

Problem with NVRAM access. In the unlikely case that you see this message you may have some display problems. You can continue operating but should contact your support representative for more information.

*Keyboard controller error

The keyboard controller test failed. You may have to replace your keyboard or keyboard controller but may be able to use an external keyboard until then. Contact your support representative.

*Keyboard error

Keyboard not working. You may have to replace your keyboard or keyboard controller but may be able to use an external keyboard until then. Contact your support representative.

*Keyboard error nn

BIOS discovered a stuck key and displays the scan code for the stuck key. You may have to replace your keyboard but may be able to use an external keyboard until then. Contact your support representative.

*Monitor type does not match CMOS – Run SETUP

Monitor type not correctly identified in Setup. This error probably means your BIOS is corrupted, run the setup utility and set all settings to the default conditions. If you still get this error, contact your support representative.

#*Operating system not found

Operating system cannot be located on either drive A: or drive C: Enter the setup utility and see if both the fixed disk, and drive A: are properly identified and that the boot sequence is set correctly. Unless you have changed your installation greatly, the operating system should be on drive C:. If the setup utility is correctly set, your hard drive may be corrupted and your system may have to be re-installed from your back up media.

*Parity Check 1 nnnn

Parity error found in the system bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen. If it cannot locate the address, it displays ????. This is a potentially data destroying failure. Contact your support representative.

*Parity Check 2 nnnn

Parity error found in the I/O bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen. If it cannot locate the address, it displays ????. This is a potentially data destroying failure. Contact your support representative.

#*Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to SETUP

Displayed after any recoverable error message. Press the [F1] key to continue the boot process or the [F2] key to enter Setup and change any settings.

#*Previous boot incomplete – Default configuration used

Previous Power On Self Test did not complete successfully. The Power On Self Test will load default values and offer to run Setup. If the previous failure was caused by incorrect values and they are not corrected, the next boot will likely fail also. If using the default settings does not allow you to complete a successful boot sequence, you should turn off the power with the Power Switch and contact your support representative.

*Real time clock error

Real-time clock fails BIOS test. May require board repair. Contact your support representative.

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*Shadow RAM Failed at offset: nnnn

Shadow RAM failed at offset nnnn of the 64k block at which the error was detected. You are risking data corruption if you continue. Contact your support representative.

nnnn Shadow RAM Passed

Where nnnn is the amount of shadow RAM in kilobytes successfully tested.

*System battery is dead – Replace and run SETUP

The BIOS CMOS RAM memory hold up battery is dead. This is part of your BIOS and is a board mounted battery which requires a support representative to change. You can continue operating but you will have to use setup utility default values or reconfigure your setup utility every time you turn off your LifeBook. This battery has an expected life of 2 to 3 years.

System BIOS shadowed

System BIOS copied to shadow RAM.

*System CMOS checksum bad – run SETUP

BIOS CMOS RAM has been corrupted or modified incorrectly, perhaps by an application program that changes data stored in BIOS memory. Run Setup and reconfigure the system.

*System RAM Failed at offset: nnnn

System memory failed at offset nnnn of in the 64k block at which the error was detected. This means that there is a fault in your built-in memory. If you continue to operate, you risk corrupting your data. Contact your support representative for repairs.

nnnn System RAM Passed

Where nnnn is the amount of system memory in kilobytes successfully tested.

*System timer error

The timer test failed. The main clock that operates the computer is faulty. Requires repair of system board. Contact your support representative for repairs.

UMB upper limit segment address: nnnn

Displays the address of the upper limit of Upper Memory Blocks, indicating released segments of the BIOS memory which may be reclaimed by a virtual memory manager.

EMERGENCY DVD/CD-ROM TRAY RELEASE

If for some reason the eject button fails, you can open the DVD/CD-ROM tray with a paper clip or similar tool inserted into the eject hole in the far right side of the front of the tray. Straighten one side of a paper clip and push it gently into the hole. The tray will pop out a short distance.

MODEM RESULT CODES

The operating system and application software that is factory installed detects the modem characteristics and provides the necessary command strings to operate the modem. The internal modem operation is controlled by generic AT commands from the operating system and application software. The standard long form result codes may, in some cases, be displayed on your screen to keep you informed of the actions of your modem. The operating system and application software may suppress display of the result codes.

Examples of result codes are:

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NO CARRIER

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NO DIALTONE

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CONNECT 53000 (Connection complete at 53,000 bps.)

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ERROR

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FAX

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RING (This means an incoming call.)

■

BUSY

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NO ANSWER

When using the internal modem with applications that are not factory installed refer to the application documentation.

Video BIOS shadowed

Video BIOS successfully copied to shadow RAM.

LifeBook E Series – Section Five

RECOVERY CD-ROM

Included with your LifeBook are the Emergency Recovery CD and Drivers and Application Restore CD.

The Emergency Recovery CD contains the following:

■

A backup copy of the software originally installed on your Fujitsu LifeBook (can only be used on the listed LifeBook models).

The Drivers and Application Restore CD contains the following:

■

Sets of device drivers and Fujitsu Applications (in specific directories) that are unique to your LifeBook configuration.

■

Read-me files that provide information and installation instructions.

POINT

If you have access to the internet, visit the Fujitsu PC Corporation Support Web site at www.8fujitsu.com to check for the most current information, drives and hints on how to perform recovery and system updates.

TBD - verify with engineering

Restoring Your Pre-installed Software from CD-ROM

The Emergency Recovery CD-ROM enables restoration of your LifeBook disk drive contents as they were originally shipped from the factory. Most often this is necessary if files or software programs (only those files/ programs that came pre-installed) become corrupt or accidentally erased.

You have two options available when performing recovery:

1. Recover Hard Drive without Format. This choice replaces all the original factory installed files and program structures without eliminating your data files. You will have to re-install any software that was not included with the computer when you bought it, however your data will be intact as long as the installation of the additional programs is performed in the same manner.

2. Format and Recover Hard Drive. This choice removes all the information on the hard disk. If you choose this option, you will lose any software you have installed and any other files you created since you setup your computer. You will have to re-install any software that was not included with the computer when you bought it.

POINT

It is recommended that you back-up all data files prior to performing either of the recovery options.

CAUTION

User data and user installed software CAN NOT be recovered from the Emergency Recovery CD.

To Run the Emergency Recovery Program

To use this portion of the CD-ROM, your LifeBook must Boot up (upon power up or full system reset/restart) from the CD-ROM drive.

1. Insert the Emergency Recovery CD in the CD-ROM drive.

2. If your LifeBook is running when you insert the CD, exit your operating system and power down the LifeBook.

3. Start (power up) your LifeBook.

4. At this point, you must either change your BIOS setup configuration through the [F2] key to have the computer boot from the CD-ROM “first” (if you have not previously done so), or you can use the [ESC] key during this boot-up sequence and select the CD-ROM from the menu that will appear. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 41

for more information)

5. If correctly configured to boot from the Recovery CD-ROM, you will notice your system running a full virus scan of the hard drive and then reach the Emergency Recovery Welcome screen. If this is not what is displayed, check to see that the Recovery CD is installed in the CD-ROM drive and repeat the previous steps, starting with 2. If you received a message “This program may not be used on your

Troubleshooting

computer” you are using the wrong Recovery CD for the model of LifeBook. Contact Fujitsu PC Service and Support to obtain the correct CD.

6. Read the information displayed on the Welcome screen, then click OK.

7. Select one of the two icons displayed in the Emergency Recovery menu and follow the instructions.

8. When recover y is complete, remove the Recovery CD, replace it in its sleeve and store it in a safe location.

9. Restart your LifeBook.

10. Reset your boot device priority in the BIOS setup as desired.

Your LifeBook now has all of the software installed that was included when you received it from the factory. You must now load any programs which you purchased and installed after you received your LifeBook. If you chose the Format and Recover Hard Drive option, you should now restore your data files. If you performed the Recover Hard Drive without Format, your data files will still exist (within their original directory structures).

POINT

Once the process is complete and you re-start your LifeBook, you will be required to perform all the setup steps as when the computer was first purchased.

(See Booting the System with Windows 98 Second Edition on page 42 for more information)

POINT

As long as there is no bootable disk in the CD-ROM drive or the floppy disk drive, your LifeBook will boot from the hard drive regardless of the BIOS Boot Device Priority setting.

Drivers and Applications Restore CD

The Drivers and Application CD can be used to selectively re-install drivers and/or applications that may have been un-installed or corrupted. Please refer to installation instructions located in the Drivers and Applications Restore CD. You can also consult our Web site at www.8fujitsu.com.

POINT

Look for and open files with the extensions.DOC and .TXT.

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Care and Maintenance

Section Six

Care and Maintenance

LifeBook. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Floppy Disks and Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

DVDs and CDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

LifeBook E Series – Section Six

Care and Maintenance

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

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

Caring for your LifeBook

■

Your LifeBook is a durable but sensitive electronic device. Treat it with respect and 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 LifeBook:

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 LifeBook will not boot after it has dried out, call your support representative.

■

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

■

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

■

Avoid exposure to sand, dust and other environmental hazards.

■

Do not expose your LifeBook to direct sunlight for long periods of time as temperatures above 140° F (60° C) may damage your LifeBook.

Care and Maintenance

■

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 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.

■

Do not touch the screen with any sharp objects.

Cleaning your LifeBook

■

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

■

Clean your LifeBook 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

■

If storing your LifeBook for a month or longer, turn your LifeBook off and remove all Lithium ion batteries.

■

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

■

Store your LifeBook in a cool, dry location. Temperatures should remain between

-25ºC (13ºF) and 60ºC (140ºF).

Traveling with your LifeBook

■

Do not transport your LifeBook while it is turned on.

■

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

■

Always bring your System Recovery CD that came with your LifeBook when you travel. If you experience system software problems while traveling, you may need it to correct any problems.

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

■

When traveling 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 traveling overseas. Check the following diagram to determine which plug adapter you'll need or ask your travel agent.

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

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 through the AC or optional auto/airline adapter whenever possible.

■

If your LifeBook is running on battery power all day, connect it to the AC adapter overnight to recharge the battery.

■

Keep brightness to the lowest level comfortable.

■

Set the power management for maximum battery life.

■

Put your LifeBook 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.

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.

Fujitsu LifeBook E6150, LifeBook E6520, LifeBook E6530, LifeBook E6550 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Copyright

Fujitsu LifeBook E Series Notebook

Section One

Preface

Section Two

Overview

Locating the Controls and Connectors

Status Indicator Panel

Keyboard

ErgoTrac Pointing Device

Touchpad Pointing Device

Volume Control

Flexible Bay Devices

LifeBook Security Application Panel

Pre-Installed Software

Section Three

Power Sources

Display Panel

Starting Your LifeBook

Power Management

Section Four

Lithium ion Battery

SuperDisk™ 120 or Floppy Disk Drive

CD-ROM Drive

DVD/CD-ROM Drive

Hard Disk Drive

PC Cards

Memory Upgrade Module

Device Ports

Section Five

Troubleshooting

Section Six

Care and Maintenance