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

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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.
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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:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet that is on a different circuit than the receiver.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Shielded interconnect cables must be employed with this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device.
Notice to Users of the US Telephone Network
Your 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:
Remain on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for the call.
Perform such activities in off-peak hours, such as early morning or late evening.
FCC rules prohibit the use of non-hearing aid compatible telephones in the following locations or applications:
All public or semipublic coin-operated or credit card telephones.
Elevators, highways, tunnels (automobile, subway, railroad or pedestrian) where a person with impaired hearing might be isolated in an emergency.
Places where telephones are specifically installed to alert emergency authorities such as fire, police or medical assistance personnel.
Hospital rooms, residential health care facilities, convalescent homes and prisons.
Workstations for the hearing impaired.
Hotel, motel or apartment lobbies.
Stores where telephones are used by patrons to order merchandise.
Public transportation terminals where telephones are used to call taxis or to reserve lodging or rental cars.
In hotel and motel rooms as at least ten percent of the rooms must contain hearing aid compatible tele­phones or jacks for plug-in hearing aid compatible telephones which will be provided to hearing impaired customers on request.
DOC (INDUSTRY CANADA) NOTICES
Notice to Users of Radios and Television
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference­Causing Equipment Regulations.
CET appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes les exigence du Réglement sur le matérial brouilleur du Canada.
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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
Preface
About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Fujitsu PC Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Preface
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LifeBook E Series
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Preface

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:
Toll free: 1-800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487)
Fax: 1-901-259-5700
E-mail: 8fujitsu@fpc.fujitsu.com
Web site: http://www.8fujitsu.com
Before you place the call, you should have the following information ready so that the customer support representative can provide you with the fastest possible solution:
Product name
Product configuration number
Product serial number
Purchase date
Conditions under which the problem occurred
Any error messages that have occurred
Hardware configuration
Type of device connected, if any
Fujitsu On-line
You can go directly to the on-line Fujitsu Product catalog for your 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.
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LifeBook E Series – Section One
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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
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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:
Fujitsu LifeBook (Figure 2-1)
Lithium ion battery, pre-installed
AC adapter with AC power cord (Figure 2-2)
Wei g ht S ave r
Phone/ Modem (RJ-11) telephone cable
Recovery and Application Restore CD-ROMs
Getting Started Guide
User’s Guide
Product Registration card
Product Catalog
International Limited Warranty Brochure
Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition Getting Started Manual (Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition pre-installed models only)
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Getting Started Manual (Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional pre-installed models only)
First Cabin Registration card and envelope
Depending on your configuration these devices may also come with your LifeBook:
DVD software CD (for models with DVD)
IR Mouse (selected or custom configured models only)
USB Camera and software CD (custom configured models only)
Modular 3.5" floppy disk drive or External 3.5" floppy disk drive
Modular SuperDisk™ 120 drive
Modular Lithium ion battery
Modular Hard Disk drive
Depending on your configuration, one of the following devices is installed in the Flexible Bay.
Modular 6x DVD drive
Modular 4x/4x/20x max CD-RW drive
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)
Latest high-speed Intel mobile processor
100MHz SDRAM system memory
Clear, bright TFT display
Lithium ion battery
Built-in 12GB, 9GB or 6GB hard drive
ATI Mobility-P video, 4MB of video RAM
External monitor support with simultaneous display capabilities
Dual monitor support
LifeBook Security Application Panel
Communication Port which supports one of the following:
Internal 56K fax/data/voice modem with V.90 support
Internal Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-T) network interface card with RJ-45 connector
Flexible Bay which can support the following devices:
6x DVD drive
4x/4x/20x max CD-RW drive
24x max CD-ROM drive
3.5" floppy disk drive
SuperDisk 120 drive
Second Lithium ion battery
Second hard drive
Full audio and video features:
64 voice wavetable
Zoomed Video support for full motion video acceleration
Built-in stereo speakers
Built-in mono microphone
Stereo line-in jack
Stereo headphone jack
Microphone jack
Combination PC card slot accommodates 2 Type II or 1 Type III cards
Fast IrDA (4Mbps) compatible infrared port for wireless data transfer
Pointing device for superb cursor control and comfort
Full-size 87-key keyboard with three dedicated Windows keys
Hot swappable PS/2 port for external components
USB device support
DMI 2.0-compliant and WFM 1.1a-enabled
VALUABLE LIFEBOOK SOFTWARE
For Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition Pre-Installed Models
Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition Operating System
Microsoft Internet Explorer
LapLink Professional
PC-Doctor
PMSet 98
McAfee VirusScan
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Netscape Communicator
DVD Player (units with DVD)
Lifebook Application Panel
Security Application
Internet Service Providers:
AOL
CompuServe™
Earthlink™
For Microsoft Windows 2000 Pre-Installed Models
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Operating System
Microsoft Internet Explorer
Netscape Communicator
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Lifebook Application Panel
Security Application
POINT
Some software may come separately on a CD and will have to be installed.
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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:
32MB SDRAM
64MB SDRAM
128MB SDRAM
Docking/Expansions
Full Dock II
LAN Dock II
Por t Replicator II
Universal LAN Hub
Power
Lithium ion battery
Auto/Airline Adapter
AC Adapter
Storage
Floppy Disk Drive Cable
External Floppy Disk Drive
Modular 10GB Primary Hard Disk drive
Modular 12GB Primary Hard Disk drive
Modular 2nd 10GB Hard Disk drive
Modular SuperDisk 120 drive
Modular DVD drive
Modular CD-RW drive
Modular CD-ROM drive
PC Cards
CardBus Ethernet 10/100
CreditCard Ethernet 10/100
Ethernet 10/100+ Modem 56K
Additional Accessories
Wireless Infrared (IR) Mouse
Wireless Keyboard and Mouse
Numeric Key pad
USB Camera
Monitor stand
Presentation Audio system
MindPath PocketPoint
Te l eA da pt 1 6' Te le C or d
Notebook Guardian Lock
Carrying Cases
Diplomat
Diplomat with Airpro
Folio
ProPack Backpack
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)
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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)
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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.
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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)
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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)
Modular 6x DVD drive
Modular 4x/4x/20x max CD-RW drive
Modular 24x max CD-ROM drive
Modular 3.5" floppy disk drive
Modular SuperDisk 120
Modular Lithium ion battery
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)
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Main Unit and Configuration Label
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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
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.
Steady On: This means that there is power to your LifeBook and that it is ready for use.
Flashing: This means that your LifeBook is in Suspend mode.
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.
On: This means that either of the adapters are currently in use.
Off: Power is only coming from the batteries, and you do not have an adapter connected.
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)
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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)
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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)
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.
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.
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.
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
If you are using the optional external numerical keypad, pressing the [NumLk] key will activate the external key­pad. The indicator will come on, however it will not change any of the functionality of your keyboard keys
WINDOWS KEYS
Your 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.
[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.)
[FN+F6]: Pressing [F6] repeatedly while holding [FN] will lower the brightness of your display.
[FN+F7]: Pressing [F7] repeatedly while holding [FN] will increase the brightness of the display.
[FN+F10]: Pressing [F10] while holding [FN] allows you to change your selection of where to send your display video. Each time you press the combination of keys you will step to the next choice. The choices, in order, are: built-in display panel only, both built-in display panel and external monitor or external monitor only.
[FN]+ Suspend/Resume: Pressing the Power and Suspend/Resume botton while holding [FN] activates the Save-to-Disk mode. (See Power Management on
page 44 for more information)
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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
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.
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:
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.
Pointers: This tab lets you set up the scheme for the cursor depending on its functionality.
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.
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
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