Fujitsu LifeBook E6555, LifeBook E6575, LifeBook E6595 User Manual

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The DVD player found in some models of the LifeBook notebook incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights users. Use of this copyright protection technology must be autho­rized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless autho­rized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Dolby Headphone manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished works. Copyrights 1992-1999 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
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FPC58-0464-01
B5FH-2581-01EN-00
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
according to FCC Part 15
Responsible Party Name: Fujitsu PC Corporation Address: 5200 Patrick Henry Drive
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.
Santa Clara, CA 95054
LifeBook E-6595 LifeBook E-6575 LifeBook E-6555
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 notebook 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 states 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.
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 users satisfaction.
LifeBook notebooks are supplied with an internal modem which complies with the Industry Canada certi­fication standards for telecommunication network protection and safety requirements. Before connecting this equipment to a telephone line the user should ensure that it is permissible to connect this equipment to the local telecommunication facilities. The user should be aware that compliance with the certification standards does not prevent service degradation in some situations.
Repairs to telecommunication equipment should be made by a Canadian authorized maintenance facility. Any repairs or alterations not expressly approved by Fujitsu PC Corporation or any equipment failures may give the telecommunication company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment from the telephone line.
The connecting arrangement code for this equipment is CA11A.
The Load Number 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
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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.
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, dexploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de télécommu- nications. Le département ne garantit pas le fonctionne­ment de l’équipement à la satisfaction de l’utilisateur.
La série LifeBook™ notenook e possède un modem interne conforme aux normes de certification d’Indus- trie Canada pour protéger les réseaux de télécommuni- cations et satisfaire aux normes de sécurité. Avant de connecter cet équipement à une ligne téléphonique, lutilisateur doit vérifier s’il est permis de connecter cet équipement aux installations de télécommunications locales. L’utilisateur est averti que même la conformité aux normes de certification ne peut dans certains cas empêcher la dégradation du service.
Les réparations de l’équipement de télécommunications doivent être eVectuées par un service de maintenance agréé au Canada. Toute réparation ou modification, qui nest pas expressément approuvée par Fujitsu PC Corp., ou toute défaillance de l’équipement peut entraîner la compagnie de télécommunications à exiger que l’utili- sateur déconnecte l’équipement de la ligne télépho- nique.
Le code darrangement de connexion de cet équipement est CA11A.
Le numéro de charge assigné à chaque terminal télépho- nique 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 dune boucle peut être consti­tuée de nimporte quelle combinaison de périphériques de sorte que le total de numéros de charge de tous les périphériques n’excède pas 100.
LifeBook E Series
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AVERTISSEMENT
Pour assurer la sécurité, les utilisateurs doivent vérifier que la prise de terre du service d’électricité, les lignes télphoniques et les conduites deau métalliques sont connectées ensemble. Les utilisateurs ne doivent pas tenter d’établir ces connexions eux-mêmes, mais doivent contacter les services dinspection d’installations électriques appropriés ou un électricien. Ceci peut être particulièrement important en régions rurales.
UL Notice
This unit requires an AC adapter to operate. Use only UL Listed Class 2 adapter, output rating 16V DC, 3.36 A. Refer to the illustration below for the correct AC Adapter output polarity:
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of fire, use only #26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord.
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 Lithium (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.
Fujitsu E Series LifeBook
Table of Contents
Keyboard
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PREFACE
Preface
About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Fujitsu PC Contact Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK
Overview
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Locating the Controls and Connectors
Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Left-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Right-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Back Panel Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Status Indicator Panel
Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
AC Adapter Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Battery Level Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Battery Charging Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Media Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Hard Drive or Removable
Media Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Floppy Disk Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . .15
PC Card Access Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
NumLk Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
CapsLock Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
ScrLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Security Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Numeric Keypad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Cursor Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Function Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Wireless Infrared Mouse
Preparing Your IR Mouse for Use . . . . . . . . . . . .20
TouchPad Pointing Device
Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Double-Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Dragging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
TouchPad Control Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Flexible Bay Devices
Removing and Installing Modular Devices . . . . .24
LifeBook Security/Application Panel
Setting up Your LifeBook Security Panel . . . . . . .27
Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Operating Your LifeBook
Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Uninstalling the Security Panel Application . . . . .28
Launching Applications with
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GETTING STARTED
Power Sources
Connecting the Power Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Display Panel
Opening the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Adjusting Display Panel Brightness . . . . . . . . . . .34
Closing the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Table of Contents
Security Application Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
the Security/Application Panel . . . . . . . . . . .29
LifeBook E Series
Starting Your LifeBook Notebook
Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Boot Sequence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Booting the System
with Windows 2000 Professional . . . . . . . . . 36
Registering Your LifeBook Notebook . . . . . . . . . 36
Booting the System
with Windows 98 or Windows Me . . . . . . . .36
Installing Click Me!
(Windows 98 and Me only) . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Power Management
Power and Suspend/Resume Button . . . . . . . . . 38
Suspend Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Hibernation (Save-to-disk) Feature. . . . . . . . . . . 39
Standby Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Display Timeout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Hard Disk Timeout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Windows 98 Second Edition
Power Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Restarting the System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
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USER-INSTALLABLE FEATURES
Using the DVD Player on Battery Power . . . . . . 49
Auto Insert Notification Function . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Hard Disk Drive
Formatting the Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
PC Cards
Installing PC Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Removing PC Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
SmartCard Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Memory Upgrade Module
Installing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . . 54
Removing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . 54
Checking the Computer Recognition
of New Memory Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Device Ports
Communications Ports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Parallel Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
PS/2 Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Universal Serial Bus Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Infrared Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Wireless Infrared Mouse Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Microphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Headphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Docking Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
External Monitor Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Lithium ion Battery
Recharging the Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Replacing the Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
SuperDisk 120 or Floppy Disk Drive
Loading a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Ejecting a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Software Eject for LS-120 Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Preparing a Disk for Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Auto Insert Notification Function . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
DVD Drive
DVD Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Loading a DVD/CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Removing a DVD/CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Emergency Removal of a DVD/CD. . . . . . . . . . . 48
Using the DVD Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Using DolbyTM Headphone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting
Identifying the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Specific Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Troubleshooting Table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Power On Self Test Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Emergency DVD/CD-ROM Tray Release . . . . . . 71
Modem Result Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Restoring Your Pre-installed Software
Drive Image Special Edition (DISE) . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Drivers and Applications Restore CD . . . . . . . . . 72
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Care and Maintenance
LifeBook Notebook. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Floppy Disks and Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
DVDs and CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
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SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications
Microprocessor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Mass Storage Device Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Device Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Popular Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Pre-Installed Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Application Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84
Table of Contents
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GLOSSARY
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87
INDEX
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
LifeBook E Series
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Preface
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LifeBook E Series - Section 1
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Preface

Preface

ABOUT THIS GUIDE

The E Series LifeBook from Fujitsu PC Corporation is a powerful notebook computer. It is powered by an Intel microprocessor, has a built-in color display, a number 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 notebook’s hardware and built-in system software. Your notebook is compatible with the IBM® PC AT.
It comes with Microsoft® Windows® 98 Second Edition, Windows 2000 Professional, or Windows Millennium Edition (Me) pre-installed.
The LifeBook notebook is a completely self-contained unit with an active-matrix XGA 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 notebook.
DOS commands you enter appear in Courier type. Example: Shut down 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.

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@fujitsupc.com
Web site: http://www.fujitsupc.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 Online

You can go directly to the online Fujitsu Product catalog for your LifeBook notebook by clicking on the LifeBook Accessories Web site URL link, located in the Windows Start menu.
You can also reach Fujitsu Service and Support online 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 notebook is backed by a one year International Limited Warranty and includes toll-free technical support. Check the service kit that came with your LifeBook notebook for warranty terms and conditions.
WARNING
The warning icon highlights information that can be hazardous to either you, your LifeBook notebook, or your files. Please read all warning information carefully.
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LifeBook E Series – Section 1
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Getting to Know Your LifeBook Notebook

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LifeBook E Series Section 2
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Figure 2-1. E Series LifeBook
Overview
This section describes the components of your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. We strongly recommend that you read it before using your LifeBook notebook – even if you are already familiar with notebook computers.

UNPACKING

When you receive your LifeBook notebook, unpack it carefully, and compare the parts you have received with the items listed below.
Getting to Know Your LifeBook
Getting Started Manual for Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows 2000 Professional, or Windows Me
First Cabin Registration card and envelope
For a pre-configured model you should have:
E Series LifeBook (Figure 2-1)
Lithium ion battery, pre-installed
AC adapter with AC power cord (Figure 2-2)
Infrared (IR) Mouse (Figure 2-3)
USB floppy disk drive
Weight Saver
Phone/Modem (RJ-11) telephone cable
Drivers and Applications Restore CD
Media player application CD
Getting Started Guide
Users Guide (this guide)
International Limited Warranty Brochure
Figure 2-2. AC Adapter
Figure 2-3. Infrared Mouse
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LifeBook E Series – Section 2
Built-in Microphone
Status Indicator Panel
Closed Cover Switch
Touchpad
Stereo Speaker
Microphone Jack
Headphone Jack
Display Panel Latch
Display Panel
Power and Suspend/Resume Button
Wireless IR Mouse Receiver
Keyboard
Stereo Speaker
LifeBook Security/Application Panel
Figure 2-4. LifeBook notebook with display open
Locating the Controls and Connectors

TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTS

The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s top and front components.
Display Panel Latch
The display panel latch locks and releases the display panel.
Display Panel
The display panel is a color LCD panel with back lighting for the display of text and graphics.
Status Indicator Panel
The Status Indicator Panel displays symbols that corre­spond with a specific component of your LifeBook note­book. (See Status Indicator Panel on page 14 for more
information)
Wireless IR Mouse Receiver
The Wireless IR Mouse Receiver allows the use of an wireless IR Mouse.
Built-in Microphone
The built-in microphone allows mono audio input.
Power and Suspend/Resume Button
The Power and Suspend/Resume button is always used to Power On your LifeBook notebook from its Off state. It is also used as the Suspend/Resume button. This allows you to suspend notebook activity without powering off, resume your notebook from suspend mode, and power on your LifeBook notebook when it has been shut down. (See Power On on page 35 for more
information) and (See Power and Suspend/Resume Button on page 38 for more information)
Stereo Speakers
The built-in dual speakers allow for stereo sound.
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Closed Cover Switch
The closed cover switch turns off the LCD back lighting when the display panel is closed. (Figure 2-4)
Keyboard
A full-size keyboard with dedicated Windows keys. (Figure 2-4) (See Using the Keyboard on page 17 for
more information)
Pointing Device
The pointing device is a Touchpad that allows you simple cursor control.(Figure 2-4) (See TouchPad
Pointing Device on page 21 for more information)
LifeBook Security/Application Panel
The LifeBook Security/Application Panel provides hardware security and one-touch application launch capability.(Figure 2-4) (See LifeBook Security/ Applica-
tion Panel on page 26 for more information)
Microphone Jack
The microphone jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone. (Figure 2-4) (See Microphone Jack on
page 57 for more information)
Headphone Jack
The headphone jack allows you to connect headphones or powered external speakers. (Figure 2-4) (See Head-
phone Jack on page 57 for more information)
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Modem Port
LAN Port
Figure 2-5. LifeBook notebook left-side panel
PC Card Slot

LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS

Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note­book’s left-side components.
LAN Port
The LAN port is designed to accept a Local Area Network (LAN) RJ-45 jack. (See Communications Ports
on page 56 for more information)
Modem Port
The modem port is designed to accept a Modem (RJ-11) telephone jack for the multi-national internal 56K modem. (See Communications Ports on page 56 for more
information)
Anti-theft Lock
PC Card Eject Buttons
Internal Hard Drive Release Button
Infrared Port
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.
Infrared Port
The fast IrDA compatible port allows you to communi­cate with another IrDA compatible infrared device without a cable.
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 upload speed is 33600bps.
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 notebook. Consult your PBX manufacturers documentation for details. Some hotels have Digital PBX systems. Be sure to find out BEFORE you connect your modem. Third­party hardware is available to allow modem-to-PBX interface.
PC Card Slots
The PC Card Slots allow you to install two Type II PC Cards or one Type III PC Card.
(See PC Cards on page 52 for more information)
Anti-theft Lock Slot
The anti-theft lock slot allows you to attach an optional physical lock down device.
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Flexible Bay Release Button
Lithium Battery Bay
Figure 2-6. LifeBook notebook right-side panel

RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS

Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note­book’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.
(See Lithium ion Battery on page 43 for more informa­tion)
Flexible Bay
Flexible Bay Release Button
The Flexible Bay release button releases the Flexible Bay device.
Flexible Bay
The Flexible Bay can accommodate one of the following devices. (See Flexible Bay Devices on page 23 for more
information)
Modular DVD drive
Modular CD-RW drive
Modular CD-ROM drive
Modular 3.5" floppy disk drive
Modular SuperDisk 120
Modular Lithium ion battery
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PS/2 Port
Serial Port
Parallel Port
External Monitor Port
USB Ports
Docking Port
DC Power Jack
Figure 2-7. LifeBook notebook back panel

BACK PANEL COMPONENTS

Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note­books rear panel components.
PS/2 Port
The PS/2 port allows you to connect an external PS/2 keyboard, mouse or numeric keypad. (See PS/2 Port on
page 56 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.) (See Serial Port on page 56 for more information)
Parallel Port
The parallel port allows you to connect parallel devices. (This is also sometimes referred to as an LPT port.) (See Parallel Port on page 56 for more informa-
tion)
External Monitor Port
The external monitor port allows you to connect an external monitor. (See External Monitor Port on page 57
for more information)
USB Ports
The USB ports allow you to connect Universal Serial Bus devices. (See Universal Serial Bus Ports on page 56 for
more information)
Docking Port
The docking port allows you to connect an optional port replicator or docking station. (See Docking Port on
page 57 for more information)
DC Power Jack
The DC power jack allows you to plug in the AC adapter or the optional Auto/Airline adapter to power your Life­Book notebook and charge the internal Lithium ion battery.
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Memory Upgrade Compartment
Certificate of Authencity
(approximate location)
Getting to Know Your LifeBook
Figure 2-8. LifeBook notebook bottom panel
Lithium ion Battery Bay
Configuration Label (approximate location)
Main Unit Label (approximate
location)
Version Label (approximate location)

BOTTOM COMPONENTS

Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note-
book’s bottom panel components.
Configuration Label and Version Label
The configuration label shows the configuration part
number, the Fujitsu part number, and the various
components that make up your LifeBook notebook. The
version label contains the system part number and serial
number. These labels provide manufacturer information
that you will need to give your support representative in
the event you find it necessary to contact Fujitsu.
Memory Upgrade Compartment
Your LifeBook notebook comes with high speed Synchronous Dynamic RAM (SDRAM). The memory upgrade compartment allows you to expand the system memory capacity of your LifeBook notebook, hence improving overall performance. (See Memory Upgrade
Module on page 54 for more information)
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Power
Battery Identifier
AC Adapter
Battery Charging
Battery Level
Media Drive Access
Figure 2-9 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 notebook. These symbols tell you how each of those components are operating. (Figure 2-9)

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 note­book is in at that time.
Steady On: This means that there is power to your LifeBook notebook and that it is ready for use.
Flashing: This means that your LifeBook notebook is in Suspend mode.
Steady Off: This means that your system is either in Save-to-Disk mode, or that your LifeBook notebook 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 notebook is shut off. The Power indicator symbol will also remain on if you have either adapter connected and are shut down from Windows, but have not turned off the power switch.
Hard Drive Access
PC Card Slot Identifier
Floppy Disk Drive Access
PC Card Access
NumLk
CapsLk
ScrLk
Security Indicator
different states that can tell you what power source your LifeBook notebook is using.
On: This means that either of the adapters are currently in use.
Off: Power is only coming from the batteries, and you do not have an adapter connected.

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 note­book. (Figure 2-10)

AC ADAPTER INDICATOR

The AC Adapter indicator states whether your LifeBook notebook is operating from the AC adapter, the Auto/ Airline adapter or the batteries. This icon has two
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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 2-10 Battery Level Indicator
CAUTION
A shorted battery is damaged and must be replaced immediately.
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.
POINT
The Windows DVD/CD Auto Insert Notification function will periodically check for a DVD/CD installed in the drive, causing the Media Drive Access indicator to flash. The DVD/CD Auto Insert Notification 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 Notification Function on page 50 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.
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
SuperDisk 120 or Floppy Disk Drive on page 45 for more information)
CAUTION
Batteries subjected to shocks, vibration or extreme temperatures can be permanently damaged.
MEDIA DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR
The Media Drive Access indicator tells you that the DVD or CD-RW drive is being accessed. If the Auto Insert function is active, the indicator will flash periodically when your system is checking the DVD or CD-RW drive. If the Auto Insert Notification function is not active, the indicator will only flash when you access the DVD or CD-RW drive. The default setting is the Auto Insert Notification function active. (See Auto Insert Noti-
fication Function on page 50 for more information)

PC CARD ACCESS INDICATORS

The PC Card Access indicator(s) state whether or not your LifeBook notebook is accessing a PC Card(s). The indicator will flash if your software tries to access a PC Card even if there is no card installed. The number inside the indicator refers to which PC Card slot is being accessed. (See PC Cards on page 52 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 17 for more information)
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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 17 for more information)

SCRLK INDICATOR

The ScrLk indicator states that your scroll lock is active.
(See Using the Keyboard on page 17 for more information)

SECURITY INDICATOR

The Security Indicator flashes (if a password was set) when the system resumes from Off or Suspend modes. You must enter the password that was set in the Security Panel before your system will resume operation.
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Function Keys
X

Numeric Keypad

Fn Key
Start Key
(surrounded with thick black line)
Figure 2-11 Keyboard
Keyboard

USING THE KEYBOARD

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook 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.
Numeric keypad: Your LifeBook notebook 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.
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.
Start Key
Application Key

Cursor Keys

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 notebook 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 shortcut menus for the selected item. (Please refer to your Windows documentation for additional infor-mation 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).
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FUNCTION KEYS

Your LifeBook notebook has 12 function keys, F1 through F12. The functions assigned to these keys differ for each application. You should refer to your software documentation to find out how these keys are used.
The [Fn] key provides extended functions for the notebook and is always used in conjunction with another key.
[Fn+F3]: Pressing [F3] while holding [Fn] will toggle the Audio Mute on and off.
[Fn+F4]: Pressing [F4] while holding [Fn] will toggle the touchpad on and off. (This function key combina­tion only works if the BIOS setting for Advanced> Keyboard/Mouse Features>Internal Pointing Device is set to Manual Setting.)
[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 or 800 x 600 pixel resolution will still cover the entire screen.)
[Fn+F6]: Pressing [F6] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will lower the brightness of your display.
[Fn+F7]: Pressing [F7] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will increase the brightness of the display.
[Fn+F8]: Pressing [F8] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will decrease the volume of your LifeBook notebook.
[Fn+F9]: Pressing [F9] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will increase the volume of your LifeBook notebook.
[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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Wireless Infrared Mouse
This section contains information on using your Wireless Infrared (IR) Mouse with your LifeBook note­book.

PREPARING YOUR IR MOUSE FOR USE

To prepare your IR Mouse, you need to:
1. Activate the port in your notebook’s BIOS.
2. Purchase and install two AAA batteries.
3. Turn the IR Mouse power switch to your preferred setting.
POINT
By activating the IR Mouse, your PS/2 port may not work. If you need to use the PS/2 port, you need to change your BIOS setting again.

To activate the IR Mouse Port in your BIOS

1. Power On or Restart your notebook.
2. Press [F2] as soon as the Fujitsu screen appears.
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3. When you see the Phoenix press the right arrow key once to display the Advanced Menu.
4. Press the down arrow three times until Keyboard/ Mouse Features is highlighted.
5. Press [Enter].
6. Once the Keyboard/Mouse Features Menu appears, press the down arrow three times until Infrared Mouse is highlighted.
7. Press the [Spacebar] once to enable the Infrared Mouse setting.
8. Press [F10], then [Enter] to save the changes, exit the BIOS, and restart your notebook.

Range of Operation

Your IR Mouse communicates with the IR Mouse port on your notebook, located at the bottom right-hand corner of your Display Panel. In order for your mouse to communicate effectively with your notebook, you will need to keep it within the area in which the signals from the mouse can be received by your notebook. This area is pie-shaped, with the tip at the front of the mouse, and the back approximately 1.5 feet from the port on the L setting and 3 feet on the H setting (optimal settings).
This area, and the effective distance at either the L or the H setting is subject to environment, type of use, and other factors, and will vary. (Figure 2-12)
BIOS Setup Utility,
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Figure 2-12. IR Mouse Area of Operation

To Install the Batteries

Turn your IR Mouse over, release the battery compart­ment cover by depressing the tab, remove the cover, and set it aside. Insert the batteries in the compartment, making sure that the “+” on the batteries corresponds with the “+” in the compartment. Replace the cover.
(Figure 2-13)
Figure 2-13. IR Mouse Battery Installation

Power Switch and Settings

The power switch is located on the bottom of the mouse. Use your fingernail or the tip of a pen to slide it from the off position to either the L or the H setting. (Figure 2-14)
On the L setting, your mouse can communicate with the computer up to approximately 1.5 feet away. On the H setting it can communicate up to approximately 3 feet away. The H setting, however, depletes the mouse’s batteries more quickly.
OFF
L
H
Figure 2-14. IR Mouse Power Switch
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CAUTION
Be careful when using any other IR devicessuch as TV remote controlsin the vicinity of your LifeBook notebook while using your IR Mouse. Your notebook could have difficulty distinguishing the signals.

Extending Battery Life

The life of the batteries in your IR Mouse is subject to many factors, including operating environment, types of use, and consistency of use.
To extend the life of the batteries:
1. Turn the IR Mouse off when not in use.
2. Use the L setting whenever possible.
3. Keep the IR Mouse port on your notebook and the IR port on the front of your mouse clean by wiping with a clean, dry, soft cloth.
4. Keep the ball and ball chamber clean.

Cleaning the Ball and Ball Chamber

In the bottom of your IR Mouse you will find a ring, with a ball underneath it. The ball, and the chamber in which it rolls, may require cleaning from time to time.
In order to clean the ball and chamber (Figure 2-15):
1. Turn the ring counter-clockwise until it stops. Lift the ring out, and set it aside.
2. Turn the mouse over, and let the ball fall into the palm of your other hand.
3. Clean the ball, the inside of the chamber, the rollers, and the back of the ring with a clean, dry, soft cloth.
4. Place the ball back into the chamber, replace the ring (being careful to set the ring flush against the back of the mouse), then turn the ring clockwise until it stops.
Figure 2-15. Cleaning the IR Mouse
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Cursor Control
Figure 2-16. TouchPad pointing device
TouchPad Pointing Device
The TouchPad pointing device may come built into your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. 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 2-16)
POINT
An external mouse can be connected to either the USB or PS/2 port on your LifeBook notebook, 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 35 for more
Left Button
Right Button
option to perform the clicking operation by tapping lightly on the TouchPad once. (Figure 2-17)
Figure 2-17. 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 the left button twice, and then immediately release it. You also have the option to perform the double-click operation by tapping lightly on the TouchPad twice.
(Figure 2-18)

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. You also have the
Figure 2-18. Double-clicking
POINT
If the interval between clicks is too long, the double-click will not be executed.
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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 2-19)
Figure 2-19. Dragging

TOUCHPAD CONTROL ADJUSTMENT

The Windows Control Panel allows you to customize your TouchPad with selections made from within the Mouse Properties dialog box.
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