Fujitsu LifeBook E6555, LifeBook E6575, LifeBook E6595 User Manual

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McAfee is a registered trademark of Network Associates/ McAfee.com, Inc.

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 Confidential Unpublished works.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:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

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

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

Notice to Users of the US Telephone Network

Your LifeBook 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 state’s public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for more information.

This equipment includes automatic dialing capability. When programming and/or making test calls to emergency numbers:

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

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Perform such activities in off-peak hours, such as early morning or late evening.

FCC rules prohibit the use of non-hearing aid compatible telephones in the following locations or applications:

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

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

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

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

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Workstations for the hearing impaired.

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Hotel, motel or apartment lobbies.

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Stores where telephones are used by patrons to order merchandise.

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

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

DOC (INDUSTRY CANADA) NOTICES

Notice to Users of Radios and Television

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

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

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 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

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, d’exploitation 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, l’utilisateur doit vérifier s’il est permis de connecter cet équipement aux installations de télécommunications locales. L’utilisateur est averti que même la conformité aux normes de certification ne peut dans certains cas empêcher la dégradation du service.

Les réparations de l’équipement de télécommunications doivent être 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’utili- sateur déconnecte l’équipement de la ligne télépho- nique.

Le code d’arrangement 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 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.

LifeBook E Series

AVERTISSEMENT

Pour assurer la sécurité, les utilisateurs doivent vérifier que la prise de terre du service d’électricité, les lignes télphoniques et les conduites d’eau métalliques sont connectées ensemble. Les utilisateurs ne doivent pas tenter d’établir ces connexions eux-mêmes, mais doivent contacter les services d’inspection d’installations électriques appropriés ou un électricien. Ceci peut être particulièrement important en régions rurales.

UL Notice

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

PREFACE

Preface

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Care and Maintenance

LifeBook Notebook. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Floppy Disks and Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

DVDs and CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

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

GLOSSARY

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

INDEX

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95

LifeBook E Series

Preface

LifeBook E Series - Section 1

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:

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

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Fax: 1-901-259-5700

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E-mail: 8fujitsu@fujitsupc.com

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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:

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Product name

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Product configuration number

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Product serial number

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Purchase date

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Conditions under which the problem occurred

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Any error messages that have occurred

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Hardware configuration

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Type of device connected, if any

Fujitsu 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.

LifeBook E Series – Section 1

Getting to Know Your LifeBook Notebook

LifeBook E Series – Section 2

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

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Getting Started Manual for Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows 2000 Professional, or Windows Me

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First Cabin Registration card and envelope

For a pre-configured model you should have:

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E Series LifeBook (Figure 2-1)

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Lithium ion battery, pre-installed

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

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Infrared (IR) Mouse (Figure 2-3)

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USB floppy disk drive

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Weight Saver

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Phone/Modem (RJ-11) telephone cable

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Drivers and Applications Restore CD

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Media player application CD

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Getting Started Guide

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User’s Guide (this guide)

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International Limited Warranty Brochure

Figure 2-2. AC Adapter

Figure 2-3. Infrared Mouse

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 manufacturer’s 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)

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Modular DVD drive

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Modular CD-RW drive

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Modular CD-ROM drive

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Modular 3.5" floppy disk drive

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Modular SuperDisk 120

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Modular Lithium ion battery

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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 notebook’s 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.

Memory Upgrade Compartment

Certificate of Authencity

(approximate location)

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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.

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

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

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Steady Off: This means that your system is either in Save-to-Disk mode, or that your LifeBook 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.

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

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

BATTERY LEVEL INDICATORS

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

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.

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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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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[Fn+F3]: Pressing [F3] while holding [Fn] will toggle the Audio Mute on and off.

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[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.)

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[Fn+F5]: Pressing [F5] while holding [Fn] allows you to toggle between video compensation and no compensation. (Video compensation controls spacing on the display. When it is enabled, displays with less than 1024 x 768 or 800 x 600 pixel resolution will still cover the entire screen.)

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

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

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[Fn+F8]: Pressing [F8] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will decrease the volume of your LifeBook notebook.

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[Fn+F9]: Pressing [F9] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will increase the volume of your LifeBook notebook.

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

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.

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

Figure 2-14. IR Mouse Power Switch

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CAUTION

Be careful when using any other IR devices—such as TV remote controls—in 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

Cursor

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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.

Figure 2-20 Flexible Bay

Flexible Bay Devices

Your LifeBook notebook contains a Flexible Bay. The Flexible Bay can accommodate a modular DVD drive, CD-RW drive, floppy disk drive, SuperDisk drive, Lithium ion battery, or weight saver. (Figure 2-20)

You Flexible Bay will have one of the following devices installed. All devices listed here are also options which can be purchased separately. (Figure 2-21)

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

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

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Modular 3.5" floppy disk drive: This drive allows you to read and write information on removable 1.44MB and 720KB floppy disks.

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

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

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

REMOVING AND INSTALLING MODULAR DEVICES

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

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Cold-swapping: Swapping devices while your LifeBook notebook is powered off. (Reference the following section.)

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Hot-swapping: Swapping devices while your system is active using BayManager™ software. (Reference the sections of this chapter entitled "Hotswapping with BayManager..." and "Hot-swapping under Windows 2000 Professional".)

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Flexible Bay

DVD Drive

CD-RW Drive

Floppy Disk Drive

Lithium ion Battery

SuperDisk Drive

Weight Saver

Figure 2-21 Flexible Bay Devices

WARNING

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

Cold-swapping

To cold-swap modular devices in your Flexible Bay follow these easy steps: (Figure 2-22)

1. Close any open files.

2. Shut down your LifeBook notebook.

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

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

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Please wait for 30 seconds after Windows 98 Second Edition boots up or resuming from Standby/Hibernation before using the BayManager.

To hot-swap modular devices follow these easy steps:

Flexible Bay Release Latch

(a) (b)

Figure 2-22 Removing/Installing a device in the Flexible Bay

CAUTION

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

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

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

7. You can now access and use the device.

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

Hot-swapping with BayManager under Windows 98 Second Edition/Windows Me

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

1. Point your mouse on the BayManager icon on the Windows Taskbar (it looks like an open laptop computer).

2. Double-click the left mouse button to display the Softex BayManager Window.

POINT

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

3. Click Remove/Swap or Insert button to change a

device in the Flexible Bay. A message appears telling you that it is safe to swap devices.

4. Swap the modular devices.

5. Click OK button.

After the "System Device Change" message disappears, you will be able to access and use the device.

Key information About BayManager

You can see the type of device present in the Flexible Bay by pointing to the BayManager icon on the taskbar or in Storage Devices tab of BayManager Properties.

The information about BayManager will appear as follows:

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Built-in CD-RW/DVD drive: Identified as CD-ROM.

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Built-in SuperDisk: Identified as Disk Drive.

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Built-in floppy disk drive (FDD). FDD connected via specific connector on the connector box, or USB FDD: Identified as Floppy.

POINT

BayManager does not support hot-swapping devices in Full Dock II device bay.

Using BayManager

It’s easy to swap modular devices on your LifeBook notebook using BayManager.

Tips About Using BayManager

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If you have BayManager installed in your notebook, and want to enable Direct Memory Access (DMA) to a bay device, click the device icon on the Storage Devices tab of the BayManager dialogue box to check DMA. Please note that not all devices support DMA.

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Before running the software to swap or remove the current Flexible Bay device, be sure to close all open applications that could be using the current bay device.

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If you swapped or inserted your Flexible Bay device with My Computer or Windows Explorer opened, click View, and then click Refresh.

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The Copy Disk utility for the built-in SuperDisk cannot be used if BayManager is installed. To work around this limitation, perform the following steps:

(Note that in order to copy SuperDisk media, your LifeBook notebook’s memory size must be greater than the size of the SuperDisk media.)

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Create a folder on your C: drive to which you will copy the files.

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Open the SuperDisk files using my Computer or Windows Explorer.

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Click Edit/Select All.

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Copy all all the files to the newly-created folder.

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Swap the disk with an empty formatted disk.

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Copy all the files from the new folder to the empty disk.

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If BayManager is installed in your LifeBook notebook and you insert a SuperDisk into its drive on the Flexible Bay, the disk will indicate Removable Disk on the screen; this phenomenon does not affect the LifeBook notebook’s operation adversely.

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If you are running the optional Adaptec Easy CD Creator, and want to swap or remove the current multi-bay device, close Adaptec Easy CD Creator, wait for about 30 seconds, then do the swapping or removal.

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After you swap or insert your Flexible Bay device, the DVD Autorun might stop. To work around this problem, double-click on My Computer, then doubleclick the icon for DVD drive.

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If a LifeBook notebook with an external USB FDD connected is put on Standby, the drive letter for the FDD might change (from A) after the computer is brought out of the power saving state. This phenomenon does not affect operations adversely.

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If Windows is started on a LifeBook notebook with an external USB FDD connected, an icon for the FDD might not appear in My Computer or Windows Explorer. If you encounter this problem, remove the FDD from your LifeBook notebook then reconnect it.

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If the FDD (A:) is not shown in My Computer or Windows Explorer even if the FDD is connected, execute [Insert] by using BayManager.

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Hot-swapping under Windows 2000 Professional

Under Windows 2000 Professional, hot-swapping is provided through the Unplug or Eject Hardware utility. The icon for the utility appears on the taskbar. Refer to your Windows manual on using this feature.

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Numbered Buttons for entering password and launching applications

Enter Button

Figure 2-23 LifeBook Security/Application Panel

LifeBook Security/ Application Panel

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

If the security system is activated, upon starting your LifeBook notebook or resuming from suspend mode the security system requires you to enter a password code using the buttons on the Security/Application Panel. After entering a correct password, your LifeBook notebook resumes system operation. (Figure 2-23)

SETTING UP YOUR LIFEBOOK SECURITY PANEL

When you receive your LifeBook notebook, the security panel application is pre-installed without any passwords.

The following sections will provide detailed information on your security panel, and how to set, change or remove passwords.

Numbered Buttons

Use these buttons to enter your password. (Figure 2-23)

Enter Button

After entering the button strokes, push this button to enter the password into the notebook. (Figure 2-23)

PASSWORDS

The user and supervisor password may be set on this LifeBook notebook. A supervisor password is typically the same for all notebooks in a working group, office, or company to allow for system management. Individual

notebooks in a group environment should not use a common password. A password consists of one to five button strokes plus the enter button. A valid stroke consists of pushing one or up to four buttons simultaneously. The following are valid button strokes:

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Pushing [4] by itself

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

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

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

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

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

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[4], [enter]

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

Setting Passwords

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

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

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

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Setting Supervisor Password

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

1. Go to the Start menu.

2. Click on Run.

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

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

Setting User Password

1 Go to the Start menu.

2. Click on Programs.

3. Click on Security Panel Application > Security Panel Application.

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

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

OPERATING YOUR LIFEBOOK SECURITY APPLICATION PANEL

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

From Off State

1. Turn on your system.

2. When the Security Indicator flashes, enter the password and press Enter button.

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

The LifeBook notebook will boot to normal operation.

From Suspend State

1. Press your Suspend/Resume button.

2. When the Security Indicator flashes, enter the password and press Enter button.

The LifeBook notebook should resume normal operation.

Incorrect Password Entry

If an invalid supervisor or user password is entered three times in succession, the system will “beep” for about one minute. If a valid password is entered within a minute

(while system beeps), the beeping will stop and the LifeBook notebook will resume normal operation. If no password or an invalid password is entered while the system beeps, the system will return to its previous locked state (suspend or off) and the Security Indicator will go off. To reactivate the LifeBook notebook after a password failure, you must press the Suspend/Resume button, then enter a correct password.

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

PRECAUTIONS

Opening and Closing the Cover

Closing the cover may place the notebook into suspend mode. Opening the cover does not automatically place the notebook into normal operation. Instead, you must enter the proper security password after pushing the Suspend/Resume button.

Low Battery Operations

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

UNINSTALLING THE SECURITY PANEL APPLICATION

You have two options when uninstalling the security panel application:

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

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

Uninstalling the Security Panel Application Software

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

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Removing Security Panel Application with Passwords Still Active

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

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

User:

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

2. Open Add/Remove Programs Properties in the

Control Panel.

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

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

Supervisor:

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

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

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

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

Reinstalling the Security Application Panel

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

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

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

Supervisor and user passwords can be set by the

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

If you forget both passwords, please contact Fujitsu PC Corporation Service and Support at 1-800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487). Fujitsu PC Corporation charges a service fee for unlocking a password restricted LifeBook notebook. When calling please have a valid credit card

and provide proof of ownership. You will then be given instructions on where to ship your LifeBook notebook.

LAUNCHING APPLICATIONS WITH THE SECURITY/APPLICATION PANEL

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

*Available on select LifeBook notebook models.

Configuring your LifeBook Application Panel

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

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

To configure your LifeBook Application Panel with Application Panel Setup:

1. Click on Start.

2. Click on Programs.

3. Click on LifeBook Application Panel.

4. Click on Application Panel Setup.

The Application Panel Setup utility will appear. There are tabs that correspond to the application buttons on the LifeBook Application Panel. When you receive your LifeBook notebook, these buttons are pre-configured to launch the associated programs, as defined in Chapter 7.

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

To change an application associated with the Application buttons, click on the tab for the button you would like to reconfigure – for example, Application A. Click on Browse from Start Menu, scroll down the list of applica-

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tions, click on the application you wish to launch with this button, and then click OK. The button will now launch the new application.

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

1. Click on Other from the Internet browser box.

2. Click on Browse from Start Menu.

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

4. Click OK.

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

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

Deactivating and Activating the LifeBook Application Panel

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

1. Click on Start.

2. Click on Programs.

3. Click on LifeBook Application Panel.

4. Click on Deactivate Panel.

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

POINT

Every time you start Windows the LifeBook Application Panel is activated, even if you deactivated it before you shut down.

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

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Getting Started

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AC Cable

Getting Started

DC Power Jack

DC Output Cable

AC Adapter

Figure 3-1 Connecting the AC Adapter

Power Sources

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has four possible power sources: a primary Lithium ion battery, a secondary Lithium ion battery (for Flexible Bay installation), an AC adapter, or an optional Auto/Airline adapter.

CONNECTING THE POWER ADAPTERS

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

Connecting the AC Adapter

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

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

(Figure 3-1)

Connecting the Optional Auto/Airline Adapter

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

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

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

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

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

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

CAUTION

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

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Figure 3-2 Opening the Display Panel

Display Panel

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

OPENING THE DISPLAY PANEL

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

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

ADJUSTING DISPLAY PANEL BRIGHTNESS

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

Keyboard

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

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

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If using AC power, your LifeBook notebook’s brightness setting is set to its highest level by default. If using battery power, the brightness setting is set to its middle level by default.

Display Panel Latch

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

BatteryAid

Adjusting the brightness using the Power Management Utility changes the setting permanently.

1. Double-click the Battery Icon in the lower right corner of your display (it looks like a small battery with a leaf extending from the top). This will open the BatteryAid Properties dialog box.

2. Click on the Fujitsu BatteryAid 2/2 tab and adjust your LCD Backlighting to the desired level.

3. Click OK or Apply to permanently change the settings.

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

CLOSING THE DISPLAY PANEL

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

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

Getting Started

Starting Your LifeBook Notebook

POWER ON

Power and Suspend/Resume Button

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

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

Figure 2-4 on page 8 for location)

CAUTION

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

CAUTION

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

When you Power On your notebook, it will perform a Power On Self Test (POST) to check the internal parts and configuration for correct functionality. If a fault is found, your notebook will emit an audio warning and/ or an error message will be displayed. (See Power On Self Test Messages on page 70 for more information) Depending on the nature of the problem, you may be able to continue by starting the operating system or by entering the BIOS setup utility and revising the settings.

After satisfactory completion of the Power On Self Test (POST), your LifeBook notebook will load your operating system.

CAUTION

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

page 70 for more information)

(See Power On Self Test Messages on

BOOT SEQUENCE

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

The boot sequence is executed when:

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You turn on the power to your LifeBook notebook.

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

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

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

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

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

The BIOS Setup Utility configures:

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

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System Data Security feature parameters, such as passwords.

Entering the BIOS Setup Utility

To enter the BIOS Setup Utility do the following:

1. Turn on or restart your LifeBook notebook.

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

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

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BIOS Guide

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

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

BOOTING THE SYSTEM WITH WINDOWS 2000 PROFESSIONAL

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

When you turn on your LifeBook notebook for the first time, it will display a Fujitsu logo on the screen and then the Windows 2000 Professional setup screen will appear. The Windows 2000 Professional setup will prompt you through a series of screens. You will be asked to enter custom and computer information, user password, date and time, workgroup or computer domain and accept or reject the license agreement. Once you have entered all the information you will be asked to restart your computer.

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If you reject the terms of the license agreement you will be asked to review the license agreement for information on returning Windows 2000 Professional or to shut down your LifeBook notebook.

REGISTERING YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK

What are the benefits of registering?

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

How do I register?

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

is the only way to register Windows 2000 Professional online.

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

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

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Fax to: 1-800-511-9989 Attention: Warranty Department

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Mail to: Fujitsu PC Corporation 5200 Patrick Henry Drive Santa Clara, CA 95054

You may also register on our Web site:

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

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You can register your LifeBook notebook with any operating system via mail, e-mail, fax, or web site.

BOOTING THE SYSTEM WITH WINDOWS 98 OR WINDOWS Me

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Getting Started

Final Settings

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

Getting Started

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

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

Registration

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

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

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If you reject the terms of the license agreement you will be asked to review the license agreement for information on returning Windows 98 or Windows Me or to shut down your notebook.

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

INSTALLING CLICK ME! (WINDOWS 98 AND Me ONLY)

The first time you boot up your system, you will see an icon on the desktop called Click Me!. When you click the Click Me! icon, your system will automaticaly build the icon tray in the bottom right of the screen. These icons provide links to utilities that you will frequently access. Note that you only need to invoke the icon once.

When you click Click Me!, the following pre-installed applications and utilities will be activated and appear on the taskbar:

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McAfee ActiveShield

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BatteryAid

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LifeBook Application Panel

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ATI D i sp l ay Prop er t ie s

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Alps Touchpad

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

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Power Management

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

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

* Available on LifeBook notebook models with Windows 98

Second Edition pre-installed.

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

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Selecting Standby from the Windows Shut Down menu.

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Timing out from lack of activity.

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Allowing the battery to reach the Dead Battery Warning condition.

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

CAUTION

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

POWER AND SUSPEND/RESUME BUTTON

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

If your notebook is suspended, pushing the Power and Suspend/Resume button will return your notebook to active operation. You can tell whether or not your system is in Suspend mode by looking at the Power indicator. (See Figure 2-9 on page 14 for location) If the indicator is visible and not flashing, your LifeBook notebook is fully operational. If the indicator is both visible and flashing, your notebook is in Suspend mode. If the indicator is not visible at all, the power is off or your notebook is in Save-to-Disk mode. (See Save-to-Disk Mode)

SUSPEND MODE

Suspend or Standby mode in Windows 98 Second Edition or Windows 2000 Professional saves the contents of your LifeBook notebook’s system memory during periods of inactivity by maintaining power to critical parts. This mode will turn off the CPU, the display, the hard drive, and all of the other internal components except those necessary to maintain system memory and allow for restarting. Your LifeBook notebook can be put in Suspend mode by:

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

CAUTION

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

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

POINT

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

Getting Started

POINT

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

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Save-to-Disk mode requires allocating a significant amount of hard drive capacity for saving all system memory, which reduces your usable disk space. When you purchase your LifeBook notebook it will have space allocated for the memory installed. If you upgrade the original system by adding a memory upgrade module without changing the size of your Save-to-Disk allocation you will get an error message when you try to activate Save-to-Disk mode and it will not work. Use the PHDISK Utility (Windows 98 only) to increase the size of the Save-to-Disk file, SAVE2DSK.BIN. You can download the Save-to-Disk File Allocation information from our Web site at help, contact your support representative for recommendations.

www.8fujitsu.com. If you need

HIBERNATION (SAVE-TO-DISK) FEATURE

The Hibernation feature saves the contents of your LifeBook notebook’s system memory to the hard drive as a part of the Suspend/Resume mode. You can enable or disable this feature.

Enabling or Disabling the Hibernation Feature

The default setting is not enabled. To enable or disable the Hibernation feature follow these easy steps:

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

2. From the Control Panel, select Power Management.

3. Select Hibernation tab. Select the box to enable or disable this feature.

Using the Hibernation Feature

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

2. From the Control Panel, select Power Management.

3. Select Advanced tab, then select Hibernate from the pull-down menu for Power buttons.

STANDBY MODE

Standby mode is one of the power management parameters. When Standby mode is activated, your LifeBook notebook puts the CPU in low-speed operation, shuts off the display and turns off the hard drive when there is

no activity (keystroke, pointer action, sound generation, video display change, modem transmission or reception, etc.) on your LifeBook notebook for the user selected time-out period. Any activity will cause your notebook to return to normal operation automatically. This feature is independent of the Power and Suspend/ Resume button.

DISPLAY TIMEOUT

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

on page 35 for more information)

HARD DISK TIMEOUT

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

Setup Utility on page 35 for more information)

WINDOWS 98 SECOND EDITION POWER MANAGEMENT

Power Management

The Power Management icon located in the Windows 98 Second Edition Control Panel allows you to configure some of the power management settings. For example, you can use the Power Management to set the timeout values for turning off the display and hard disks whether you are running the LifeBook notebook on battery power or one of the adapters. (See Pre-Installed Software

on page 32 for more information)

ACPI and Windows 98 Second Edition

Short for Advanced Configuration & Power Interface, a power management specification developed by Intel, Microsoft, and Toshiba. ACPI, which is part of the Windows 98 Second Edition operating system, enables the operating system to control the amount of power given to each device attached to the computer. With ACPI, the operating system can turn off peripheral devices, such as the CD-ROM player, when it is not in use. Your operating system has been pre-configured for ACPI power management.

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RESTARTING THE SYSTEM

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

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

2. Select the Restart option from within the Windows

Shut Down dialog box.

3. Click OK to restart your LifeBook notebook. Your

notebook will shut down and then reboot.

CAUTION

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

POWER OFF

Before turning off the power by choosing Shut Down from the Windows 98 Second Edition or Windows 2000 Professional Start menu, check that the Hard Drive, DVD, CD-ROM, CD-RW, PC Card and the Floppy Disk Drive Access indicators are all Off. (See Figure 2-9 on page 14) If you turn off the power while accessing a disk or PC Card there is a risk of data loss. To assure that your LifeBook notebook shuts down without error, use the Windows shut down procedure.

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

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

2. Select the Shut Down option from within the

Windows Shut Down dialog box.

3. Click OK to shutdown your LifeBook notebook.

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

CAUTION

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

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Lithium ion Battery

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

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

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

page 15 for more information)

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

CAUTION

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

RECHARGING THE BATTERIES

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

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

POINT

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

There is no memory effect on the Lithium ion battery therefore you do not need to discharge the battery completely before recharging. The charge times will be significantly longer if your LifeBook notebook is in use while the battery is charging. If you want to charge the battery more quickly, put your LifeBook into Suspend mode, or turn it off while the adapter is charging the battery. (See Power Management on page 38 for more

information on Suspend mode and shutdown procedure)

CAUTION

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

CAUTION

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

WARNING

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

Low Battery State

When the battery is running low, a low battery notification message will appear. If you do not respond to the low battery message, the batteries will continue to discharge until they are too low to operate. When this happens, your LifeBook notebook will go into Suspend mode. There is no guarantee that your data will not be lost once the notebook reaches this point.

CAUTION

When the low battery message first appears, you need to save all your active data and put your LifeBook notebook into Suspend mode until you can provide a new power source. You should provide power to your notebook from a charged battery, an AC power adapter, or Auto/Airline as soon as possible.

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CAUTION

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

Battery Release Panel

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

Shorted Batteries

The Status Indicator panel uses a symbol inside the battery outline of the Battery Level indicator to display the operating level available in that battery. (See Figure 2-10 on page 15) If this display shows a Shorted Battery, it means that the battery is damaged and must be replaced so it does not damage any other parts of your LifeBook notebook.

REPLACING THE BATTERY

With the purchase of an additional battery, you can have a fully charged spare to swap with one that is not charged.

Follow the steps below to replace a battery:

1. Have a charged battery ready to install.

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

3. Slide the battery release panel open.

4. Remove the battery from the bay.

5. Slide the new battery into the bay.

6. Slide the battery release panel close.

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

CAUTION

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

Figure 4-1 Replacing the Battery

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

Eject Button

SuperDisk 120 or Floppy Disk Drive

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

POINT

The system BIOS automatically defaults to recognize a USB floppy disk drive. If you install a modular floppy disk drive, you will need to change the BIOS settings to recognize it.

more information)

LOADING A DISK

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

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

(Figure 4-2)

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

(See BIOS Setup Utility on page 35 for

SOFTWARE EJECT FOR LS-120 DISK

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

2. Right mouse click.

3. Select Eject.

CAUTION

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

PREPARING A DISK FOR USE

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

system manual for step-by-step instructions on formatting a disk.)

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

POINT

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

EJECTING A DISK

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

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

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

3. Remove the disk.

Super Floppy Disk Floppy Disk

Write Enabled

Write Protected

Figure 4-3 Floppy Disk Write Protect

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CAUTION

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

AUTO INSERT NOTIFICATION FUNCTION

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

Disabling Auto Insert Notification Function

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

1. Save all data and close all open applications.

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

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

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

5. Click on the

+ to the left of the LS-120 drive icon.

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

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

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

8. Click OK.

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

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

Figure 4-4. DVD Drive

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DVD/CD Eject Button

DVD/CD Holder Tray

DVD Drive

Your LifeBook notebook contains a DVD drive which is both a 8x DVD player and a 24x max CD player. This gives you access to movie, software and audio DVD/ CDs.

DVD PLAYER SOFTWARE

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

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

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

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

POINT

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

Installing the DVD Player Software

To install the DVD Player software follow these easy step:

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

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

3. From the Start menu, select Run, type D:\Setup.exe (where D: is your DVD drive letter) and click OK.

4. Go through the installation process by following the directions on screen. When prompted to select a Setup Type, choose "Typical".

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

6. To use the DVD Player software, click the InterVideo WINDVD icon on your desktop, or click Start > Programs > InterVideo WINDVD.

Un-installing the DVD Player Software

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

1. Close any open files on the DVD drive.

2. Remove any DVD/CD from the drive.

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

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

5. Select the InterVideo WINDVD from the Add/Remove Programs Properties dialog box.

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

POINT

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

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CAUTION

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

CAUTION

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

LOADING A DVD/CD

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

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

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

CAUTION

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

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

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

POINT

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

REMOVING A DVD/CD

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

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

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

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

Figure 4-5 Loading/Ejecting a DVD/CD

EMERGENCY REMOVAL OF A DVD/CD

In the event of a power failure or if the DVD drive should jam, it may be necessary to manually remove the CD/DVD.

1. Turn off your LifeBook notebook.

2. Press the tip of a pen or a straightened paper clip into the tray release hole. (Figure 4-6)

3. You can now pull the tray out and remove the disc.

Figure 4-6 Emergency Removal of a CD/DVD

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USING THE DVD PLAYER SOFTWARE

POINT

For details on using your DVD player go to the Start menu and select Programs, InterVideo DVD, then select either InterVideo DVD Help or InterVideo DVD Readme.

Starting a DVD Movie

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

2. From the Start menu, select Programs, then select InterVideo WINDVD and click InterVideo WINDVD or double-click on the InterVideo WINDVD icon on the desktop. This will launch the DVD movie.

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

Opening the DVD Player Control Panel

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

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

2. Select View, then Player for all the controls available. This will open the control panel into the bottom of the screen.

Using the DVD Player Control Panel

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

1. To Pause the movie, click the  button.

2. To Rewind the movie, click the  button to rewind to a specific portion of the movie, or the  button to return to the opening screen.

3. To Fast-forward the movie, click the  button to forward to a specific portion of the movie, or the  button to jump to the ending credits.

4. To Stop the movie, click the  button.

Exiting the DVD Player

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

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

USING DOLBY

HEADPHONE

The Dolby Headphone utility lets you enjoy multichannel sound sources, such as movies, with realistic surround sound using your conventional stereo headphones.

Dolby Headphone is a signal processing system that enables your stereo headphones to realistically portray the sound of a five-speaker playback system.

POINTS

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Media discs which do not have the Dolby Surround 5:1 symbol will not support Dolby Headphone.

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After making changes to the Dolby Headphone feature and clicking OK, wait at least ten seconds before making another change in order to allow the system to stabilize.

To use the Dolby Headphone feature, perform the following steps:

1. Double click the InterVideo WinDVD icon on your desktop.

2. On the tool bar that appears, click the Properties button (the fourth button from the left, with the image of a wrench).

3. On the Properties window, select the Dolby Headphone tab.

4. To enable Dolby Headphone, check the Enable Dolby Headphone box. To change the type of surround sound, select one of the radio buttons listed under Room Filter Setting.

5. Click OK. The Dolby Headphone feature will now be enabled until you disable it by unchecking Enable Dolby Headphone.

USING THE DVD PLAYER ON BATTERY POWER

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

CAUTION

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

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CAUTION

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

POINT

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

To Watch a Movie on Battery Power:

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

2. Start watching your DVD movie.

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

CAUTION

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

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

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

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

7. Continue watching your DVD movie.

AUTO INSERT NOTIFICATION FUNCTION

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

Disabling Auto Insert Notification Function

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

1. Save all data and close all open applications.

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

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

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

5. Click on the treeview will expand to show the DVD drive manufacturer’s name and model number.

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

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

8. Click OK.

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

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

+ to the left of the DVD drive icon. The

POINT

Some shorter DVD movies may not require you to swap batteries or attach AC power to complete them. However, it is best to be prepared since actual battery life while operating the DVD cannot be guaranteed.

Hard Disk Drive

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook hard disk drive capacity is dependent on which model you are using. Some LifeBook notebooks may also contain a removable hard disk drive in addition to the internal hard disk drive. (See

Specifications on page 97 for more information)

FORMATTING THE HARD DISK DRIVE

The internal hard disk drive is formatted, or initialized, at the factory. You do not need to format it under normal circumstances. If you decide to reformat due to corruption or upgrade, please refer to your operating system documentation for the correct procedure.

WARNING

Reformatting the hard disk drive will erase all of the data currently stored on it, including the operating system and installed programs.

Before you reformat your hard disk drive, please note:

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Any data that currently resides on your hard disk drive must be backed-up to floppy disks or other data storage media, or it will be permanently lost. These back-up disks can then be used to reinstall and restore your data. (See your operating system manual for more

information on backing-up your data files)

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All application software that is installed on the hard disk drive, must be reinstalled from the original source.

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The factory-installed software, including the operating system, can be restored using the Drive Image Special Edition (DISE) software that came with your LifeBook notebook (See Drive Image Special Edition (DISE) on page 72 for more information).

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PC Card

PC Card Slot

Eject Button

Figure 4-7 Installing/Removing PC Cards

PC Cards

Your LifeBook notebook supports two Type II and one Type III PC Cards, which can perform a variety of functions depending on which type of PC Card you install.

Some types of PC Cards available on the market include:

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Fax/data modem

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Local area network (LAN)

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BlueTooth wireless communication

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IDE solid-state disk

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SCSI

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Other PC Cards that conform to PCMCIA™ 2.1 or CardBus standards.

For further information, refer to the instructions supplied with your PC Card.

INSTALLING PC CARDS

PC Cards are installed in the PC Card slot. To install a PC Card, follow these easy steps:

WARNING

Installing or removing a PC Card during your LifeBook notebook’s shutdown or bootup process may damage the card and/or your notebook.

2. Make sure there is no PC Card currently in the slot. If there is, see Removing PC Cards.

3. If either of the eject buttons is extended, press it in until it clicks.

4. Insert your PC Card into the slot with the product label facing up.

5. Push the card into the slot firmly until it is seated in the opening.

REMOVING PC CARDS

To remove a PC Card, perform the following steps:

1. See your PC Card manual for specific instructions on removing your card. Some PC Cards may require your notebook to be Off while removing them.

CAUTION

Loss of data could occur if proper shutdown procedures are not observed.

Windows 98 Second Edition has a shutdown procedure

for PC Cards that must be followed before removing a card. Review your operating system manual for the correct procedure.

Windows 2000 Professional and Windows Me PC Cards should be stopped using the Unplug or Eject Hardware utility on the taskbar. Refer to your operating system manual for the correct procedure.

WARNING

Do not insert a PC Card into a slot if there is water or any other substance on the card as you may permanently damage the card, your LifeBook notebook or both.

1. See your PC Card manual for specific instructions on the installation of your card. Some PC Cards may require your LifeBook notebook to be Off while installing them.

POINT

If the dialog box states that the device cannot be removed, you must save all of your open files, close any open applications and shut down your LifeBook notebook. Once your notebook has been shut down, you must turn Off the power using the power switch.

2. Unlock the PC Card from the slot by first pressing the eject button associated with the slot the card is in. When pressed, the button will pop up.

3. Firmly press the button again until it is flush with the notebook. This will push the PC Card slightly out of the slot allowing you to remove the card.

CAUTION

If the PC Card has an external connector and cable, do not pull the cable when removing the card.

SMARTCARD READER

An embedded SmartCard Reader is provided on your LifeBook notebook. SmartCards are the same size and shape as credit cards, but they contain an integrated microprocessor chip. The chip can hold a variety of different information, and provides the user with many possible options, such as allowing them to make secure purchases, pay for phone calls, store security information, and provide personal identification and informa-

tion.

User-Installable Features

POINT

In order to use the embedded SmartCard Reader, you must purchase an optional SmartCard adapter for installation into an available Type II PC Card slot.

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Memory Upgrade Module

Your LifeBook notebook comes with 64MB or 128MB high speed Synchronous Dynamic RAM (SDRAM) factory installed. To increase your LifeBook notebook’s memory capacity, you may install an additional memory upgrade module. You can also replace the original memory module with a higher capacity module. The memory upgrade must be a dual-in-line (DIMM) SDRAM module, however it can be any capacity up to 512MB (total).

CAUTION

Do not remove any screws from the memory upgrade module compartment, except the ones specifically shown in the directions for installing and removing the memory upgrade module.

INSTALLING A MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE

1. Turn off power to your LifeBook notebook using the power switch, and remove any power adapter (AC or auto/airline).

2. Make sure that all the connector covers are closed.

3. Turn the LifeBook notebook bottom side up, with the front panel toward you.

4. Remove the screw at the front of the memory upgrade module compartment. (Figure 4-8)

5. Remove the cover by tilting the front edge up and then pulling forward until the tabs on the cover are free.

6. Remove the memory upgrade module from the static guarded sleeve.

7. Align the memory upgrade module with the part side up. Align the connector edge of the memory upgrade module with the connector slot in the compartment. The connector will be pointing toward the rear of the LifeBook notebook.

8. Insert the memory upgrade module at a 45° angle. Press the connector edge of the module firmly down and into the connector until it lodges under the retaining clip. You will hear a click when it is properly in place. (Figure 4-9)

Figure 4-9. Installing a Memory Upgrade Module

9. Replace the cover by hooking the tabs under the rear edge of the compartment opening and tilting down until flush with the bottom of your LifeBook notebook.

10. Replace the screw.

POINT

The memory upgrade module is not something you routinely remove from your notebook. Once it is installed, you can leave it in place unless you want to increase system memory capacity.

Figure 4-8. Opening the Memory Upgrade Compartment

CAUTION

The memory upgrade module can be severely damaged by electro-static discharge (ESD). Be sure you are properly grounded when handling and installing the module.

REMOVING A MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE

1. Perform steps 1 through 5 of Installing a Memory Upgrade Module.

2. Pull the clips sideways away from each side of the memory upgrade module at the same time.

3. While holding the clips out, remove the module from the slot by lifting it up and pulling towards the rear of your LifeBook notebook. (Figure 4-10)

Figure 4-10. Removing a Memory Upgrade Module

4. Store the memory upgrade module in a static guarded sleeve.

5. Replace the cover by following steps 9 and 10 of Installing a Memory Upgrade Module.

POINT

After installing your added memory module, you must complete the Resetting the Save-to-Disk Parameters procedure in order for the Save-to-Disk mode to operate properly on your LifeBook notebook.

(See Hibernation (Save-to-disk) Feature on page 39 for more information)

CHECKING THE COMPUTER RECOGNITION OF NEW MEMORY CAPACITY

Once you have changed the system memory capacity by either adding or removing a memory upgrade module, be sure to check that your notebook has recognized the change.

You can check the memory capacity by looking at the main menu of the BIOS setup:

1. Turn on the power to your LifeBook notebook using the power switch.

2. Allow the system to start booting and press the F2 key once the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. This will open the main menu of the BIOS setup with the current settings displayed. (See BIOS Setup Utility

on page 35 for more information)

The System Memory and the Extended Memory capacity, as detected by your LifeBook notebook during the Power On Self Test (POST), are displayed at the bottom of the main menu screen. The chart below shows you the possible displays that can be shown on the main menu screen. In the chart, Slot 1 is the original SDRAM memory compartment while Slot 2 is the upgrade compartment located in the center of your LifeBook notebook.

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POINT

If the total memory displayed is incorrect, check that your memory upgrade module is properly installed. (If the module is properly installed and the capacity is still not correctly recognized, see the Troubleshooting section starting on page 61)

Installed Displayed

Slot 1 Slot 2

64MB 0MB 64MB 640K 63MB 64MB 32MB 96MB 640K 95MB 64MB 64MB 128MB 640K 127MB 64MB 128MB 192MB 640K 191MB

64MB 256MB 320MB 640K 319MB 128MB 0MB 128MB 640K 127MB 128MB 32MB 160MB 640K 159MB 128MB 64MB 192MB 640K 191MB 128MB 128MB 256MB 640K 255MB 128MB 256MB 384MB 640K 383MB 256MB 0MB 256MB 640K 255MB 256MB 32MB 288MB 640K 287MB 256MB 64MB 320MB 640K 319MB 256MB 128MB 384MB 640K 383MB 256MB 256MB 512MB 640K 511MB

Total RAM

Installed

System

Memory

Extended

Memory

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Device Ports

Your LifeBook notebook comes equipped with multiple ports to which you can connect an external device including: disk drives, keyboards, modems, printers, etc.

COMMUNICATIONS PORTS

Your LifeBook notebook has a Modem (RJ-11) jack and a LAN jack (RJ-45) to accommodate external comunications.

Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack

The modem (RJ-11) telephone jack is used for your internal modem. To connect the telephone cable follow these easy steps: (See Figure 2-5 on page 10 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

3. Plug the other end of the telephone cable into a telephone outlet.

WARNING

Do not connect the internal modem to a Digital PBX as it may cause serious damage to the modem or your LifeBook notebook. It should be noted that some hotels use the Digital PBX systems, please be sure to find out BEFORE you connect your modem. Consult your PBX manufacturer’s documentation for more information.

3. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on each end of the connector.

SERIAL PORT

The serial port, or COMM port, allows you to connect serial devices, such as printers or scanners. In order to connect a serial interface device follow these steps:

(See Figure 2-7 on page 12 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

3. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on each end of the connector.

PS/2 PORT

The PS/2 port allows you to connect an external keyboard, numeric keypad, or mouse. In order to connect a PS/2 interface device follow these steps: (See

Figure 2-7 on page 12 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

POINT

A mouse, keyboard, or keypad may be installed and automatically recognized by your notebook without restarting or changing setups.

CAUTION

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

LAN Port

The LAN port allows you to connect a LAN (RJ-45) cable. Note that when your LifeBook notebook is connected to the Port Replicator, the LAN port on the system is not accessible; the Port Replicator LAN port is the only one that should be used when it as attached to the system.(See Figure 2-5 on page 10 for location)

PARALLEL PORT

The parallel port, or LPT port, allows you to connect parallel devices, such as a printer to your LifeBook notebook. In order to connect a parallel interface device follow these easy steps: (See Figure 2-7 on page 12 for

location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

POINT

The use of two PS/2 devices simultaneously from the port requires a PS/2 splitter.

UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS PORTS

The Universal Serial Bus ports (USB) allow you to connect USB devices such as external game pads, pointing devices, keyboards and/or speakers. In order to connect a USB device follow these steps: (See Figure 2-

7 on page 12 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

CAUTION

Due to the ongoing changes in USB technology and standards, not all USB devices and/or drivers are guaranteed to work.

POINT

Windows NT 4.0 does not support USB devices.

User-Installable Features

INFRARED PORT

The Infrared IrDA 1.1 (4Mbps) port allows for wireless data transfer between your LifeBook notebook and other IrDA-compatible devices, such as another computer or a printer, without the use of a cable. (See

Figure 2-5 on page 10 for location)

It is important to keep in mind that while carrying out this form of communication, both devices must be placed so their infrared ports are directly facing each other without obstruction. The devices must also be separated by at least 6" but no more than 36" for maximum performance.

The following conditions may interfere with infrared communications:

■

A television, radio remote control unit, or a wireless headphone is being used nearby.

■

Direct sunlight, fluorescent light, or incandescent light shines directly on the port.

CAUTION

Do not move either device while communication is active as it may interrupt data transmission.

CAUTION

Be careful not to scratch the infrared port lens. Scratches, dirt, or other surface marks can degrade operation.

POINT

With Windows 98 Second Edition, you can use the Infrared Recipient application for infrared file transfers. LapLink 2000 software can also be used for infrared file transfers.

With Windows 2000 Professional and Windows Me, file transfer is provided through Wireless Link in the Control Panel.

WIRELESS INFRARED MOUSE PORT

The Wireless Infrared Mouse Port allows you to use your wireless, Infrared (IR) Mouse. The IR Mouse communicates directly with the IR Mouse port without the use of a cable. (See Figure 2-4 on page 8 for location)

MICROPHONE JACK

The microphone jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone. Your microphone must be equipped with a 1/8"(3.5 mm) mono mini-plug in order to fit into the microphone jack of your LifeBook notebook. In order to connect a microphone follow these easy steps:

(See Figure 2-4 on page 8 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

HEADPHONE JACK

The headphone jack allows you to connect headphones or powered external speakers to your LifeBook notebook. Your headphones or speakers must be equipped with a 1/8" (3.5 mm) stereo mini-plug. In order to connect headphones or speakers follow these easy steps:

(See Figure 2-4 on page 8 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

POINT

If you plug headphones into the headphone jack, you will disable the built-in stereo speakers.

DOCKING PORT

The docking port is used for the connection of your notebook to an optional port replicator or docking station. (Note that systems running Windows Me can only use the Port Replicator, not the docking station.) In order to connect your notebook to one of these devices follow the instructions that came with your docking port. (See Figure 2-7 on page 12 for location)

CAUTION

Some LifeBook notebooks have a sliding panel that encloses the ports. The sliding panel can be damaged if it is left open while the notebook is moved.

EXTERNAL MONITOR PORT

The external monitor port allows you to connect an external monitor. In order to connect an external monitor follow these easy steps: (See Figure 2-7 on page

12 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

3. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on each end of the connector.

POINT

Pressing the [Fn] + [F10] keys allows you to change your selection of where to send your display video. Each time you press the key combination, you will step to the next choice, starting with the built-in display panel only, moving to the external monitor only, finally moving to both the built-in display panel and an external monitor.

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Troubleshooting

LifeBook E Series – Section 5

Troubleshooting

Your LifeBook notebook is sturdy and subject to few problems in the field. However, you may encounter simple setup or operating problems that you can solve on the spot, or problems with peripheral devices that you can solve by replacing the device. The information in this section helps you isolate and resolve some of these straightforward problems and identify failures that require service.

IDENTIFYING THE PROBLEM

If you encounter a problem, go through the following procedure before pursuing complex troubleshooting.

1. Turn off your LifeBook notebook.

2. Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into your LifeBook notebook and to an active AC power source.

3. Make sure that any card installed in the PC Card slot is seated properly. You can also remove the card from the slot, thus eliminating it as a possible cause of failure.

4. Make sure that any devices connected to the external connectors are plugged in properly. You can also disconnect such devices, thus eliminating them as possible causes of failure.

5. Turn on your LifeBook notebook. Make sure it has been off at least 10 seconds before you turn it on.

6. Go through the boot sequence.

7. If the problem has not been resolved, refer to the Troubleshooting Table, that follows, for more detailed troubleshooting information.

POINT

If you keep notes about what you have tried, your support representative may be able to help you more quickly by giving additional suggestions over the phone.

sentative can provide you with the fastest possible solution:

■

Product name

■

Product configuration number

■

Product serial number

■

Purchase date

■

Conditions under which the problem occurred

■

Any error messages that have occurred

■

Hardware configuration

■

Type of device connected, if any

See the Configuration Label on the bottom of your LifeBook notebook for configuration and serial numbers. (See Figure 2-8 on page 13 for location)

SPECIFIC PROBLEMS

Using PC-Doctor

PC-Doctor, by PC-Doctor.com, is a diagnostic program. If you are an experienced computer user you may find it useful, though, it is intended primarily to help your Fujitsu support representative better serve you.

Using the Troubleshooting Table

When you have problems with your LifeBook notebook, try to find the symptoms under the Problem column of the troubleshooting table for the feature giving you difficulty.

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

You will find a description of common causes for that symptom under the column Possible Cause and what, if anything, you can do to correct the condition under Possible Solutions. All possible causes or solutions may not apply to your LifeBook notebook.

CAUTION

Do not return a failed LifeBook notebook to your supplier until you have talked to a support representative.

8. If you have tried the solutions suggested in the Troubleshooting Table without success, contact your support representative:

Toll free: 1-800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487) Fax: 1-901-259-5700 E-mail: 8fujitsu@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 repre-

LifeBook E Series – Section 5

Problem Page

Audio Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 62

DVD/CD-ROM Drive Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . page 62

Docking Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 63

Floppy Disk Drive Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 63

Hard Drive Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 63

Keyboard or Mouse Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 63

Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 64

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

Audio Problems

There is no sound coming from the built-in speakers.

The volume is turned too low. Adjust the volume control on your notebook.

The software volume control is set too low.

Headphones are plugged into your notebook.

BIOS audio settings are incorrect.

Software driver is not configured correctly.

DVD/CD-ROM Drive Problems

Problem Page

Modem Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 64

Parallel, Serial and USB Device Problems . . . . . page 64

PC Card Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 65

Power Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 65

Shutdown and Start-up Problems . . . . . . . . . . . page 67

Video Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 68

Miscellaneous Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 69

Adjust the sound volume control settings in your software, operating system and applications.

Plugging in headphones disables the built-in speakers, remove the headphones.

Set the BIOS setup utility to the default values within the Multimedia Device Configuration menu. (See

BIOS Setup Utility on page 35 for more information)

Refer to your application and operating system documentation for help.

Notebook fails to recognize DVD/CDs.

LifeBook notebook fails to auto-play DVD movie.

DVD/CD is not pushed down onto raised center circle of

Open DVD/CD-ROM tray and re-install DVD/CD properly.

the drive.

DVD/CD-ROM tray is not latched shut.

Setup utility is set to something other than DVD/CDROM or Auto for the

Push on the front of the DVD/CD-ROM tray until it latches.

Revise BIOS settings for the Secondary Master Controller. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 35 for

more information)

Secondary Master Controller.

Wrong drive designator was used for DVD/CD in the application.

Verify that the drive designator used by the application is the same as the one used by the operating system. When the operating system is booted from a DVD/CD, drive designations are automatically adjusted.

Windows DVD/CD Auto Insert Notification function is disabled.

Start the DVD/CD from the desktop or application software or re-enable the Windows DVD/CD Auto Insert Notification function. (See Auto Insert Notifi-

cation Function on page 50 for more information)

DVD/CD is dirty or defective. Wipe DVD/CD with a non-abrasive CD cleaning

cloth and reinsert. If it still will not work try another DVD/CD in the drive.

DVD Player Software is not installed.

Install DVD Player Software using the DVD Application.

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

The DVD/CD-ROM Access indicator on the Status Indicator Panel blinks at regular intervals when no DVD/CD is in the tray or the DVD drive is not installed.

Docking Problems

The Windows DVD/CD Auto Insert Notification function is active and is checking to see if a DVD/CD is ready to run.

Troubleshooting

This is normal. However, you may disable this feature. (See Auto Insert Notification Function on

page 50 for more information)

Notebook does not turn on when installed in Docking Station.

Floppy Disk Drive Problems

You cannot access your floppy disk.

Hard Drive Problems

You cannot access your hard drive.

LAN Dock AC adapter is not plugged in.

Notebook is not properly seated in the LAN Dock.

You tried to write to a write protected floppy disk.

Floppy disk is not loaded correctly.

BIOS setup utility states

Diskette Controller: Disabled.

The floppy disk drive may not be properly installed.

Security is set to protect access to floppy disk data.

The setup utility is incorrectly set for your internal hard drive.

Provide power to the LAN Docking Station.

Remove and re-dock your notebook and verify that the Docked LED illuminates.

Eject the floppy disk and set it to write enable. (See

SuperDisk 120 or Floppy Disk Drive on page 45 for more information)

Eject floppy disk, check orientation and reinsert.

(See SuperDisk 120 or Floppy Disk Drive on page 45 for more information)

Revise the setup utility Main menu settings to enable Diskette Controller. (See BIOS Setup Utility

on page 35 for more information)

Remove and reinstall your floppy disk drive. (See Flexible Bay Devices on page 23 for more information)

Verify your password and security settings.

Revise BIOS settings to set Primary Master correctly.

(See BIOS Setup Utility on page 35 for more information)

Keyboard or Mouse Problems

The built-in keyboard does not seem to work.

The wrong drive designator was used by an application when a bootable CD-ROM was used to start the notebook.

Security is set so your operating system cannot be started without a password.

The notebook has gone into Suspend mode.

Your application has locked out your keyboard.

Verify drive designator used by application is in use by the operating system. When the operating system is booted from a CD, drive designations are automatically adjusted.

Verify your password and security settings.

Push the Power and Suspend/Resume button.

Try to use your intergrated pointing device to restart your system. If this fails, turn your LifeBook notebook off using the power switch, wait 10 seconds or more, and then turn it back on.

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

The NumLock key is set. Press the NumLock key to reset it.

You have installed an external keyboard or mouse, and it does not seem to work.

Your external device is not properly installed.

Your operating system software is not setup with the correct software driver for that device.

Your mouse or keyboard is connected to the wrong PS/2 port on the LAN Dock.

Reinstall your device. (See Device Ports on page 56 for

more information)

Check your device and operating system documentation and activate the proper driver.

Plug the mouse into the PS/2 Mouse port and the external keyboard or numeric key pad into the PS/2 Keyboard port. (See Device Ports on page 56 for

more information)

You have connected an external keyboard or a mouse and it seems to be locking up the system.

Your operating system software is not setup with the correct software driver for that device.

Your system has crashed. Try to restart your LifeBook notebook. If that fails,

Memory Problems

You r Po w er On sc re en , or Main menu of the

Your memory upgrade module

is not properly installed. BIOS setup utility information, does not show the correct amount of

You have a memory failure. Check for Power On Self Test (POST) messages.

installed memory.

Modem Problems

Messages about modem operation.

Messages about modem

operation are generated

by whichever modem

application is in use.

Parallel, Serial, and USB Device Problems

You have installed a parallel port device, a serial port device or a USB device. Your LifeBook notebook does not recognize the device, or the device does not seem to work properly.

The device is not

properly installed.

The device may have been

installed while an application

was running, so your notebook

is not aware of its installation.

You r s o ftw are may no t h a ve

the correct software driver

active.

Check your device and operating system documentation and activate the proper driver.

turn off the power using the power switch, wait at least 10 seconds, and then power on.

Remove and reinstall your memory upgrade module. (See Memory Upgrade Module on page 54

for more information)

(See Power On Self Test Messages on page 70 for more information)

See your application software documentation for additional information.

Remove and reinstall the device. (See Device Ports on

page 56 for more information)

Close the application and restart your LifeBook notebook.

See your software documentation and activate the correct driver.

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

You have installed a parallel port device, a serial port device or a USB device. Your LifeBook notebook does not recognize the device, or the device does not seem to work properly.

PC Card Problems

A card inserted in the PC Card slot does not work or is locking up the system.

You may ha ve th e wr on g I/O address selected for your device.

You r de vi ce an d a no the r device are assigned the same I/O address.

Parallel port is set to output only.

The card is not properly installed.

The card may have been installed while an application was running, so your notebook is not aware of its installation.

You r s o ftw are may no t have the correct software driver active.

You may ha ve th e wr on g I/O address selected for your PC Card device.

Troubleshooting

See your device documentation and software documentation to determine the required I/O address. Change the settings in the BIOS setup utility. (See

BIOS Setup Utility on page 35 for more information)

Check all I/O addresses located within the BIOS setup utility and any other installed hardware or software to make sure there are no duplications.

Check parallel port setting in the BIOS and set to bi-directional or ECP.

Remove and reinstall the card. (See PC Cards on

page 52 for more information)

Close the application and restart your LifeBook notebook.

See your software documentation and activate the correct driver.

See your PC Card documentation to determine the required I/O address. Change the settings in the BIOS. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 35 for

more information)

Power Failures

You turn on your LifeBook notebook and nothing seems to happen.

Your PC Card device and another device are assigned the same I/O address.

The installed primary battery is completely discharged, there is no optional second battery

Check all I/O addresses located within the BIOS setup utility and any other installed hardware or software to make sure there are no duplications.

Check the Status Indicator Panel to determine the presence and condition of the batteries. (See Status Indicator Panel on page 14 for more information)

Install a charged battery or a Power adapter. installed or there is no Power adapter (AC or Auto/ Airline) installed.

The primary battery is installed but is faulty.

Use the Status Indicator panel to verify the presence

and condition of the batteries. (See Status Indicator

Panel on page 14 for more information) If a battery is

indicating a short, remove that battery and operate

from another power source or replace that battery.

The battery or batteries are low. Check the Status Indicator Panel to determine the

presence and condition of the batteries. (See Status

Indicator Panel on page 14 for more information) Use

a Power adapter to operate until a battery is charged

or install a charged battery.

The power adapter (AC or auto/airline) is not plugged

Verify that your adapter is connected correctly. (See

Power Sources on page 33 for more information)

in properly.

LifeBook E Series – Section 5

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

The Power adapter (AC or auto/airline) has no power from the AC outlet, airplane seat jack, or the car’s cigarette lighter.

Move the AC cord to a different outlet, check for a line switch or tripped circuit breaker for the AC outlet. If you are using an auto/airline adapter in a car make sure the ignition switch is in the On or Accessories position.

Your LifeBook notebook turns off all by itself.

Your LifeBook notebook will not work on battery alone.

The Power adapter (AC or auto/airline) is faulty.

The power management parameters are set for auto timeouts which are too short for your operating needs.

Try a different Power adapter or install a charged optional second battery.

Press any button or key on the keyboard, or move the mouse to restore operation. If that fails, push the Power and Suspend/Resume button. Check your power management settings, or close your applications and go to the Power Savings menu of the setup utility to adjust the timeout values to better suit your operation needs.

You are operating on battery power only and have ignored a low battery alarm until the

Install a power adapter and then push the Power and Suspend/Resume button. (See Power Sources on

page 33 for more information)

batteries are all at the dead battery state and your machine has gone into Dead Battery Suspend mode.

You have a battery failure. Verify the condition of the batteries using the

Status Indicator panel, and replace or remove any batteries that are shorted. (See Status Indicator

Panel on page 14 for more information)

Your power adapter has failed or lost its power source.

The installed batteries are dead.

Make sure the adapter is plugged in and the outlet has power.

Replace the battery with a charged one or install a Power adapter.

No batteries are installed. Install a charged battery.

The batteries seem to discharge too quickly.

The batteries are improperly installed.

Your installed batteries are faulty.

You are running an application that uses a great deal of power due to frequent hard drive access or DVD/CD-ROM access, use of a modem card or a LAN PC card.

The power savings features may be disabled.

Verify that the batteries are properly connected by re-installing them.

Verify the condition of the batteries using the Status Indicator panel and replace or remove any batteries that are shorted. (See Status Indicator

Panel on page 14 for more information)

Use both the primary battery and an optional second battery and/or use a power adapter for this application when at all possible.

Check the power management and/or setup utility settings in the Power Savings menu and adjust according to your operating needs.

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

The batteries seem to discharge too quickly.

Troubleshooting

The brightness is turned all the way up.

Turn down the brightness adjustment. The higher

the brightness the more power your display uses.

The batteries are very old. Replace the batteries.

The batteries have been exposed to high temperatures.

The batteries are too hot or too cold.

Shutdown and Startup Problems

The Power and Suspend/ Resume button does not work.

The Power and Suspend/ Resume button is disabled from the Advanced submenu of the Power menu of the setup utility.

You did not hold the button in long enough.

There may be a conflict with the application software.

The system powers up, and displays power on information, but fails to load the operating system.

The boot sequence settings of the setup utility are not compatible with your configuration.

You have a secured system requiring a password to load your operating system.

Replace the batteries.

Restore the LifeBook notebook to normal operating

temperature. The Charging icon on the Status Indi-

cator panel will flash when the battery is outside its

operating range.

Enable the button from the setup utility.

Hold the button longer. This may need to be a few

seconds if your application is preventing the CPU

from checking for button pushes.

Close all applications and try the button again.

Set the operating source by pressing the [ESC] key

while the Fujitsu logo is on screen or use the [F2]

key and enter the setup utility and adjust the source

settings from the Boot menu. (See BIOS Setup

Utility on page 35 for more information)

Make sure you have the right password. Enter the

setup utility and verify the Security settings and

modify them accordingly. (See BIOS Setup Utility on

page 35 for more information)

Your system display won’t turn on when the system is turned on or when the system has resumed.

An error message is displayed on the screen during the notebook (boot) sequence.

Internal hard drive was not detected.

The system may be passwordprotected.

Power On Self Test (POST) has detected a problem.

Use the BIOS setup utility or Primary Master

submenu, located within the Main menu, to try to

auto detect the internal hard drive.

Check the status indicator panel to verify that the

Security icon is blinking. If it is blinking, enter your

password.

See the POST messages to determine the meaning

and severity of the problem. Not all messages are

errors; some are simply status indicators. (See Power

On Self Test Messages on page 70 for more informa-

tion)

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

Your LifeBook notebook appears to change setup parameters when you start it.

BIOS setup changes were not saved when you made them and exited the BIOS setup utility returning it to previous settings.

Make sure you select Save Changes And Exit when exiting the BIOS setup utility.

Video Problems

The built-in display is blank when you turn on your LifeBook notebook.

The LifeBook notebook turned on with a series of beeps and your built-in display is blank.

Your system display won’t turn on when the system is turned on or when the system has resumed.

The BIOS CMOS hold-up battery has failed.

Something is pushing on the Closed Cover switch.

The LifeBook notebook is set for an external monitor only.

The angle of the display and the brightness settings are not adequate for your lighting conditions.

The power management timeouts may be set for very short intervals and you failed to notice the display come on and go off again.

Power On Self Test (POST) has detected a failure which does not allow the display to operate.

The system may be passwordprotected.

Contact your support representative for repairs. This is not a user serviceable part but has a normal life of 3 to 5 years.

Clear the Closed Cover switch. (See Figure 2-4 on

page 8 for location)

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

Move the display and the brightness control until you have adequate visibility.

Press any button or key on the keyboard, or move the mouse to restore operation. If that fails, push the Power and Suspend/Resume button. (The display may be shut off by Standy mode, Auto Suspend or Video Timeout.)

Contact your support representative.

Check the status indicator panel to verify that the Security icon is blinking. If it is blinking, enter your password.

The display goes blank by itself after you have been using it.

The notebook has gone into Video timeout, Standby mode, Suspe nd mode or Save-to-Disk mode because you have not used it for a period of time.

Something is pushing on the Closed Cover switch.

page 35 for more information)

Check the Closed Cover switch. (See Figure 2-4 on page 8 for location)

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

The display goes blank by itself after you have been using it.

The power management timeouts may be set for very short intervals and you failed to notice the display come on and go off again.

Troubleshooting

Press any button or key on the keyboard, or move the

mouse to restore operation. If that fails, push the

Power and Suspend/Resume button. (The display

may be shut off by Standby Mode, Auto Suspend or

Video Timeout.)

The Built-in Display does not close.

The Built-in Display has bright or dark spots.

The application display uses only a portion of your screen and is surrounded by a dark frame.

You have connected an external monitor and it does not display any information.

A foreign object, such as a paper clip, is stuck between the display and the keyboard.

If the spots are very tiny and few in number, this is normal for a large LCD display.

If the spots are numerous or large enough to interfere with your operation needs.

You are running an application that does not support 800 x 600 pixel resolution display and display compression is enabled.

Your BIOS setup is not set to enable your external monitor.

Your external monitor is not properly installed.

Remove all foreign objects from the keyboard.

This is normal; do nothing.

Display is faulty; contact your support representative.

Display compression gives a clearer but smaller

display for applications that do not support 800 x

600 pixel resolution. You can fill the screen but have

less resolution by changing your display compres-

sion setting, (See the Video Features submenu,

located within the Advanced menu of the BIOS.)

(See BIOS Setup Utility on page 35 for more informa-

tion)

Try toggling the video destination by pressing [Fn]

and [F10] together, or check your BIOS setup and

enable your external monitor. (See the Video Features

submenu, located within the Advanced Menu of the

BIOS.) (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 35 for more

information)

Reinstall your device. (See External Monitor Port on

page 57 for more information)

You have connected an external monitor and it does not come on.

Miscellaneous Problems

An error message is displayed on the screen during the operation of an application.

Your operating system software is not setup with the correct software driver for that device.

Your external monitor is not compatible with your LifeBook notebook.

Application software often has its own set of error message displays.

Check your device and operating system

documentation and activate the proper driver.

See your monitor documentation and the External

Monitor Support portions of the Specifications

section on page page 97.

See your application manual and help displays

screens for more information. Not all messages are

errors some may simply be status.

LifeBook E Series – Section 5

POWER ON SELF TEST MESSAGES

The following is an alphabetic list of error-and-status messages that Phoenix BIOS and/or your operating system can generate and an explanation of each message. Error messages are marked with an *. The most common errors are marked with a #. If an error message is displayed that is not in this list, write it down and check your operating system documentation both on screen and in the manual. If you can find no reference to the message and its meaning is not clear, contact your support representative for assistance.

nnnn Cache SRAM Passed

Where nnnn is the amount of system cache in kilobytes successfully tested by the Power On Self Test. (This can only appear if you have an SRAM PC Card installed.)

*Diskette drive A error or Diskette drive B error

Drive A: or B: is present but fails the BIOS Power On Self Test diskette tests. Check to see that the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in the Setup Utility, (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 35 for more information) and that the diskette drive is installed correctly. If the disk drive is properly defined and installed, avoid using it and contact your support representative.

*Extended RAM Failed at offset: nnnn

Extended memory not working or not configured properly. If you have an installed memory upgrade module, verify that the module is properly installed. If it is properly installed, you may want to check your Windows Setup to be sure it is not using unavailable memory until you can contact your support representative.

nnnn Extended RAM Passed

Where nnnn is the amount of memory in kilobytes successfully tested.

*Failing Bits: nnnn The hex number nnnn

This is a map of the bits at the memory address (in System, Extended, or Shadow memory) which failed the memory test. Each 1 (one) in the map indicates a failed bit. This is a serious fault that may cause you to lose data if you continue. Contact your support representative.

*Fixed Disk x Failure or Fixed Disk Controller Failure (where x = 1-4)

The fixed disk is not working or not configured properly. This may mean that the hard drive type identified in your setup utility does not agree with the type detected by the Power On Self Test. Run the setup utility to check for the hard drive type settings and correct them if necessary. If the settings are OK and the message appears when you restart the system, there may be a serious fault which might cause you to lose data if you continue. Contact your support representative.

*Incorrect Drive A type – run SETUP

Type of floppy drive A: not correctly identified in Setup. This means that the floppy disk drive type identified in your setup utility does not agree with the type detected by the Power On Self Test. Run the setup utility to correct the inconsistency.

*Incorrect Drive B type – run SETUP

Type of floppy drive B: not correctly identified in Setup. This means that the floppy disk drive type identified in your setup utility does not agree with the type detected by the Power On Self Test. Run the setup utility to correct the inconsistency.

*Invalid NVRAM media type

Problem with NVRAM access. In the unlikely case that you see this message you may have some display problems. You can continue operating but should contact your support representative for more information.

*Keyboard controller error

The keyboard controller test failed. You may have to replace your keyboard or keyboard controller but may be able to use an external keyboard until then. Contact your support representative.

*Keyboard error

Keyboard not working. You may have to replace your keyboard or keyboard controller but may be able to use an external keyboard until then. Contact your support representative.

*Keyboard error nn

BIOS discovered a stuck key and displays the scan code for the stuck key. You may have to replace your keyboard but may be able to use an external keyboard until then. Contact your support representative.

*Monitor type does not match CMOS – Run SETUP

Monitor type not correctly identified in Setup. This error probably means your BIOS is corrupted, run the setup utility and set all settings to the default conditions. If you still get this error, contact your support representative.

#*Operating system not found

Operating system cannot be located on either drive A: or drive C:. Enter the setup utility and see if both the fixed disk, and drive A: are properly identified and that the boot sequence is set correctly. Unless you have changed your installation greatly, the operating system should be on drive C:. If the setup utility is correctly set, your hard drive may be corrupted and your system may have to be reinstalled from your back up media.

*Parity Check 1 nnnn

Parity error found in the system bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen. If it cannot locate the address, it displays ????. This is a potentially data destroying failure. Contact your support representative.

Troubleshooting

*Parity Check 2 nnnn

Parity error found in the I/O bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen. If it cannot locate the address, it displays ????. This is a potentially data destroying failure. Contact your support representative.

#*Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to SETUP

Displayed after any recoverable error message. Press the [F1] key to continue the boot process or the [F2] key to enter Setup and change any settings.

#*Previous boot incomplete – Default configuration used

Previous Power On Self Test did not complete successfully. The Power On Self Test will load default values and offer to run Setup. If the previous failure was caused by incorrect values and they are not corrected, the next boot will likely fail also. If using the default settings does not allow you to complete a successful boot sequence, you should turn off the power with the Power Switch and contact your support representative.

*Real time clock error

Real-time clock fails BIOS test. May require board repair. Contact your support representative.

*Shadow RAM Failed at offset: nnnn

Shadow RAM failed at offset nnnn of the 64k block at which the error was detected. You are risking data corruption if you continue. Contact your support representative.

nnnn Shadow RAM Passed

Where nnnn is the amount of shadow RAM in kilobytes successfully tested.

*System battery is dead – Replace and run SETUP

The BIOS CMOS RAM memory hold up battery is dead. This is part of your BIOS and is a board mounted battery which requires a support representative to change. You can continue operating but you will have to use setup utility default values or reconfigure your setup utility every time you turn off your LifeBook notebook. This battery has an expected life of 2 to 3 years.

System BIOS shadowed

System BIOS copied to shadow RAM.

*System CMOS checksum bad – run SETUP

BIOS CMOS RAM has been corrupted or modified incorrectly, perhaps by an application program that changes data stored in BIOS memory. Run Setup and reconfigure the system.

*System RAM Failed at offset: nnnn

System memory failed at offset nnnn of in the 64k block at which the error was detected. This means that there is a fault in your built-in memory. If you continue to operate, you risk corrupting your data. Contact your support representative for repairs.

nnnn System RAM Passed

Where nnnn is the amount of system memory in kilobytes successfully tested.

*System timer error

The timer test failed. The main clock that operates the computer is faulty. Requires repair of system board. Contact your support representative for repairs.

UMB upper limit segment address: nnnn

Displays the address of the upper limit of Upper Memory Blocks, indicating released segments of the BIOS memory which may be reclaimed by a virtual memory manager.

Video BIOS shadowed

Video BIOS successfully copied to shadow RAM.

EMERGENCY DVD/CD-ROM TRAY RELEASE

If for some reason the eject button fails, you can open the DVD/CD-ROM tray with a paper clip or similar tool inserted into the eject hole in the far right side of the front of the tray. Straighten one side of a paper clip and push it gently into the hole. The tray will pop out a short distance.

MODEM RESULT CODES

The operating system and application software that is factory installed detects the modem characteristics and provides the necessary command strings to operate the modem. The internal modem operation is controlled by generic AT commands from the operating system and application software. The standard long form result codes may, in some cases, be displayed on your screen to keep you informed of the actions of your modem. The operating system and application software may suppress display of the result codes.

Examples of result codes are:

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NO CARRIER

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NO DIALTONE

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CONNECT 53000 (Connection complete at 53,000 bps.)

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ERROR

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FAX

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RING (This means an incoming call.)

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BUSY

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NO ANSWER

When using the internal modem with applications that are not factory installed refer to the application documentation.

LifeBook E Series – Section 5

Restoring Your Pre-installed Software

Your system has been loaded with a valuable utility that allows you to restore your LifeBook notebook disk drive contents as they were originally shipped from the factory. Most often this is necessary if files or software programs (only those files/programs that came preinstalled) become corrupt or accidentally erased.

POINT

Look for and open files with the extensions.DOC and .TXT.

DRIVE IMAGE SPECIAL EDITION (DISE)

PowerQuest Drive Image Special Edition (DISE) provides a way to restore your computer if you experience a hard disk crash or o ther system failure. Fu jitsu h as used DISE to create an image of everything that was installed on the computer at the time you purchased it. The image is saved on a separate partition on the hard disk. You can use DISE to restore the factory image and return your computer to the state in which it shipped from Fujitsu.

Although it is not necessary, you can use DISE to store an additional image file that you create. For example, if you install several applications and save data files on your hard disk, you can create a new image file that includes them and then save that image file on the hard disk. Then, in the event of a hard disk failure, you can restore the image that includes the applications and data files you use.

Fujitsu recommends that you create a DISE disk as a "rescue disk." If your computer fails, you can boot and

run DISE from the rescue disk.

3. Insert Disk 2, type DISE, then press <Enter>.

Creating a Backup Image

You can create a backup image of your C:\ drive at any time. The C:\ partition must be a FAT, FAT32, or NTFS partition, and it must be directly before the backup partition on your hard disk.

1. At the Drive Image Special Edition main screen,

click Options> Create New Backup.

There is also a button on the main DISE screen that performs the same function.

2. You will be prompted to type a password. Type a password (or leave the password fields blank), then click OK. DISE displays a warning that it must go to DOS to create the image.

3. Click Ye s .

DISE creates an image file in the backup partition. If you created a backup image previously, the new image overwrites the old one.

Enlarging the Backup Partition

If there is not enough unused space in the backup partition on your hard disk, DISE will resize the partition. DISE will display the minimum, maximum, and recommended sizes for the backup partition. You choose the size you want.

DISE takes the space from the FAT, FAT32, or NTFS partition that you are backing up. If there is not enough unused space in that partition to take, you will not be able to resize the backup partition and create an image file. You can delete files from the FAT, FAT32, or NTFS partition to create more unused space on the hard disk.

Restoring a Backup Image

You can restore either a factory image or a backup image you created. Be aware that restoring a backup image will replace the contents of the C:\ partition with the image you restore.

POINT

Using the DISE feature will reduce the amount of usable disk space on your hard disk drive.

Creating Drive Image SE Diskettes

Note: You can use a DISE disk to boot your machine and run DISE if your machine is unbootable or if you do not have access to Windows.

Insert a formatted floppy disk in your machine.

From the Drive Image Special Edition main window, click Options > Create Drive Image SE Diskette.

Running DISE from Diskettes

1. Insert the Drive Image SE Disk 1 in the floppy drive.

2. Reboot your computer.

1. Disable virus protection software in the BIOS. If virus protection software is enabled, DISE will hang.

2. From the DISE main window, click Options > Restore Backup to restore an image you created, or click Options > Restore Factory Backup to restore the factory image.

DISE shuts down to DOS and restores the image file.

DRIVERS AND APPLICATIONS RESTORE CD

The Drivers and Application CD can be used to selectively re-install drivers and/or applications that may have been un-installed or corrupted. Please refer to installation instructions located in the Drivers and Applications Restore CD. You can also consult our Web site at www.8fujitsu.com.

Care and Maintenance

LifeBook E Series – Section 6

Care and Maintenance

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

CAUTION

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

LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK

Caring for your Notebook

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Your LifeBook notebook is a durable but sensitive electronic device. Treat it with respect and care.

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

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

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Keep it away from food and beverages.

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If you accidentally spill liquid on your notebook:

1. Turn it off.

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

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

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

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

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

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Avoid exposure to sand, dust and other environmental hazards.

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Do not expose your LifeBook notebook to direct sunlight for long periods of time as temperatures above 140° F (60° C) may damage your notebook.

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

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Do not put heavy or sharp objects on the computer.

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If you are carrying your LifeBook notebook in a briefcase, or any other carrying case, make sure that there are no objects in the case pressing on the lid.

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Do not drop your LifeBook notebook.

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Do not touch the screen with any sharp objects.

Cleaning your LifeBook notebook

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

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

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

Storing your LifeBook notebook

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If storing your LifeBook notebook for a month or longer, turn your LifeBook off and remove all Lithium ion batteries.

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

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Store your notebook in a cool, dry location. Temperatures should remain between -25ºC (13ºF) and 60ºC (140ºF).

Traveling with your LifeBook notebook

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

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

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Always bring your System Recovery CD (Windows 98 and Windows 2000 systems only) that came with your notebook when you travel. If you experience system software problems while traveling, you may need it to correct any problems.

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

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

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

LifeBook E Series – Section 6

Outlet Type Location

United States, Canada, parts of Latin America,

Japan, Korea,

the Philippines, Taiwan

Russia and the Commonwealth

of Independent States (CIS),

most of Europe, parts of Latin

America, the Middle East, parts

of Africa, Hong Kong, India,

most of South Asia

Mexico, United Kingdom,

Ireland, Malaysia, Singapore,

parts of Africa

China, Australia,

New Zealand

BATTERIES

Caring for your Batteries

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Always handle batteries carefully.

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Do not short-circuit the battery terminals (that is, do not touch both terminals with a metal object). Do not carry lose batteries in a pocket or purse where they may mix with coins, keys, or other metal objects. Doing so may cause an explosion or fire.

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

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

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

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

Increasing Battery Life

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Power your LifeBook notebook through the AC or optional auto/airline adapter whenever possible.

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If your LifeBook notebook is running on battery power all day, connect it to the AC adapter overnight to recharge the battery.

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Keep brightness to the lowest level comfortable.

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Set the power management for maximum battery life.

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

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Limit your DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM access.

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Disable the Windows CD Auto Insert function.

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Always use fully charged batteries.

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Eject PCMCIA cards when not in use.

FLOPPY DISKS AND DRIVES

Caring for your Floppy Disks

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Avoid using the floppy disks in damp and dusty locations.

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

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

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Avoid storing the floppy disks in extremely hot or cold locations, or in locations subject to severe temperature changes. Store at temperatures between 50º F (10ºC) and 125ºF (52ºC).

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

Caring for your Floppy Disk Drive

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To clean, wipe the floppy disk drive clean with a dry soft cloth, or with a soft cloth dampened with water or a solution of neutral detergent. Never use benzene, paint thinner or other volatile material.

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

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

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

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

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Never disassemble or dismantle your floppy disk drive.

DVDs AND CDs

Caring for your DVDs and CDs

DVDs and CDs are precision devices and will function reliably if given reasonable care.

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Always store your DVD/CDs in its case when it is not in use.

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Always handle DVD/CDs by the edges and avoid touching the surface.

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Avoid storing any DVD/CDs in extreme temperatures.

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Do not bend DVD/CDs or set heavy objects on them.

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Do not spill liquids on DVD/CDs.

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Do not scratch DVD/CDs.

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Do not put a label on DVD/CDs.

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Do not get dust on DVD/CDs.

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

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If a DVD/CD is subjected to a sudden change in temperature, cold to warm, condensation may form on the surface. Wipe the moisture off with a clean, soft, lint free cloth and let it dry at room temperature. DO NOT use a hair dryer or heater to dry DVD/CDs.

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

Caring for your Media Drive

Your media drive is durable but you must treat it with care. Please pay attention to the following points:

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

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

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

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

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

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Do not disassemble or dismantle the DVD drive or CD-RW drive.

Care and Maintenance

PC CARDS

Caring for your PC Cards

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

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To keep out dust and dirt, store PC Cards in their protective sleeves when they are not installed in your LifeBook notebook.

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Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or excessive heat.

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Keep the cards dry.

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

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Do not force cards into the slot.

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Avoid dropping cards, or subjecting them to excessive vibration.

LifeBook E Series – Section 6

Specifications

LifeBook E Series – Section 7

Specifications

This section provides the general hardware and environmental specifications for your LifeBook notebook. Specific details about your system may vary from those referenced here. For an updated list of current configu-

rations, please go to the Fujitsu PC Web site at: www.fujitsupc.com.

POINT

All options listed are accurate as of the date of print; substitutions may have been made subsequent to date of publication.

CONFIGURATION LABEL

Your LifeBook notebook computer contains a configuration label located on the bottom of the system (See Figure 2-8 on page 13 for location). This label contains specific information regarding the options you’ve chosen for your notebook. Following is an example label, and information about its various parts.

Configuration ID

Configuration P/N: AEDXXXXXXXXXXX

FPC P/N: FPCXXXXXX

E65X5, PIII, 850, 14T, 2K, 20G, 256M

Model

MICROPROCESSOR

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Mobile Pentium III processor with Intel SpeedStep Te c h n o l o g y

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650MHz, 750MHz, 800MHz, or 850MHz

MEMORY

System Memory Range: 64MB to 512MB SDRAM, 100MHz bus speed

Cache Memory

256K On-die L2

BIOS Memory

512KB Flash ROM 256 Bytes CMOS-RAM with back-up battery

VIDEO

Built-in color flat-panel XGA TFT active matrix LCD display with simultaneous display capability.

Video Color and Resolution

14.1" XGA TFT

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Internal: 1024 x 768 pixel resolution, 16M colors

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External: 1600 x 1200 pixel resolution, 64K colors at 60Hz

Speed

Processor Screen

Operating System

Size

Figure 7-1 Configuration Label

Memory

Hard Drive Size

FPC ID

Simultaneous Video = Yes (1024 x 768, 256k colors max) XGA, SVGA and VGA compatible

Graphics Accelerator Card

ATI R a ge ® Mobility-M4D with 16MB Embedded Video RAM

AUDIO

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AC-Link Sound Chip (with 16-bit stereo PCM)

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Stereo headphone jack, 1 Vrms, or less, minimum impedance 32 Ohms

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Mono microphone jack, 100mVrms or less, minimum impedance 10K Ohms

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Two built-in stereo speakers, elliptical (~15 x 35 mm diameter)

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One built-in monaural microphone

MASS STORAGE DEVICE OPTIONS

Floppy Disk Drive

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External USB Floppy Disk Drive, or,

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Modular LS120 SuperDisk Drive, or,

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Modular Floppy Disk Drive

Hard Disk Drive

10GB or 20GB

Media Drive

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Modular DVD drive, or,

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Modular CD, or,

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Modular CD-RW

FEATURES

Integrated Pointing Device:

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To u c h p a d

Depending upon the configuration of your system, you may also have:

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Wireless Infrared Mouse

LifeBook Security/Application Panel

Security Panel: 4-button security combination for both hardware and software.

One Touch Panel: 4-button application launcher for Internet, e-mail and software while your LifeBook notebook is On state. Your LifeBook Application Panel buttons are assigned the following defaults:

Button

Label

1 Application A Notepad or Microsoft Works

2 Application B Calculator

3 Internet Internet Explorer

4 E-Mail Netscape Messenger

Button

Function

Table 7-1. Application Launcher Buttons

Default Application

(Windows Me only)

LifeBook E Series – Section 7

Theft Prevention Lock

Lock slot for use with physical restraining security systems. The locking system by Kensington is recommended.

Communications

Combination 10/100 base-Tx Ethernet LAN with Internal V.90 standard 56K* fax/modem (ITU V.90, 56K data, 14.4K fax), or,

Modem only (internal V.90 standard 56K* fax/modem, ITU V.90, 56K data, 14.4K fax), or,

LAN only (10/100 base-Tx Ethernet).

* Actual data transfer rate over U.S. telephone lines varies

and is less than 56Kbps due to the current FCC regulations and line conditions.

DEVICE PORTS

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Combination PC Card slot for one Type III/two Type II cards: PCMCIA Standard 2.1 with CardBus support

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One 6-pin mini DIN PS/2 compatible connector, for external keyboard, external mouse or external numeric keypad

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Embedded Smart Card Reader (requires optional Smart Card holder)

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One 25-pin D-SUB two-way Centronics type connector for parallel input/output devices; Bi-directional, output only or ECP

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One 240-pin connector for docking devices.

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One 15-pin D-SUB connector for VGA external monitor (see Display specifications)

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One 9-pin D-SUB connector for RS-232C serial input/output devices

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Two connectors for USB (Universal Serial Bus) input/output devices

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

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One stereo headphone jack (See Audio specifications)

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One mono microphone jack (See Audio specifications)

Depending upon the configuration of your system, you may have one or both of the following connectors:

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One modular modem (RJ-11) connector

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One modular LAN (RJ-45) connector

KEYBOARD

Built-in keyboard with all functions of 87 key PS/2 compatible keyboards.

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Total number of keys: 87

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Function keys: 12, F1 through F12

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Feature extension key: FN

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Windows keys: 3, two Start keys and an application key

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Key pitch: 19 mm

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Key stroke: 2.7 mm

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Built-in Touchpad pointing device with left and right buttons

External Keyboard Support

PS/2-compatible

External Numeric Keypad Support

PS/2-compatible

External Mouse Support

PS/2-compatible

Management Standard

DMI 2.0-ready, WFM 2.0-compliant

POWER

Batteries

Main 9-cell Lithium ion battery, rechargeable, 10.8V, 4500 mAh

Option: Second 6-cell Lithium ion battery, rechargeable,

10.8V, 2800 mAh (for Flexible Bay installation)

Adapters

AC Adapter: Autosensing 100-240V AC, 53W, supplying 16V DC to the LifeBook notebook, Fujitsu Model FPCAC14 which includes an AC cable.

Option: Auto/Airline Adapter: Converts the DC voltage from an automobile cigarette lighter or aircraft DC power outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your notebook.

Power Management

Conforms to ACPI (Advanced Configuration & Power Interface)

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)

9 kV

DIMENSIONS

Overall Dimensions

12.13" x 10.39" x 1.52" (308 mm x 264 mm x 38.6 mm)

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Te mp e r at u r e

Operating: 5° to 35° C (41° to 95° F) Non-operating: –15° to 60° C (5° to 140° F)

Humidity

Operating: 20% to 85%, relative, non-condensing. Non-operating; 8% to 85%, relative, non-condensing

Altitude

Operating: 10,000 feet (3,048 m) maximum

Specifications

POPULAR ACCESSORIES

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

Memory Upgrades

100MHz Bus speed system:

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64MB SDRAM

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128MB SDRAM

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256MB SDRAM

Docking

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Full Dock

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LAN Dock

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Port Replicator

Expansions

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Universal LAN hub

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External USB floppy disk drive

Power

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Additional main Lithium ion battery

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Modular Lithium ion battery

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Auto/Airline Adapter

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Additional AC Adapter

Flexible Bay Devices

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Modular SuperDisk 120 drive

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Modular DVD-ROM drive

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Modular CD-RW drive

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Modular Lithium ion battery (for Flexible Bay installation)

Additional Accessories

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Wireless Infrared (IR) Mouse

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Wireless Keyboard and Mouse

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Numeric Keypad

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USB Digital Camera (external)

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Presentation Audio System

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MindPath PocketPoint

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Tel eAd a pt 1 6’ Tele Co r d

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Notebook Guardian Lock

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IBM Modem Saver

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Monitor Stand

Carrying Cases

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Diplomat

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ProPack Backpack

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Executive Plus

LifeBook E Series – Section 7

PRE-INSTALLED SOFTWARE

Table 7-2. Pre-installed Software Matrix

Software Application (Vendor)

Windows

2000

Windows

98 SE

Windows

Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional X

Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition X

Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition (Me) X

Adobe Acrobat Reader X X X

BatteryAid from Fujitsu PC X X X

BayManager from Softex X X

Drive Image Special Edition from PowerQuest X X X

Intel SpeedStep X X X

LapLink X

LifeBook Application Panel Software X X X

Security Application Panel Software X X X

McAfee.com ActiveShield X X X

McAfee.com VirusScan (on-line coupon) X X X

Microsoft Internet Explorer X X X

Microsoft Works 2000 X

Netscape 6 for Fujitsu PC X X X

PC-Doctor for Windows from PC-Doctor Inc. X X X

Earthlink XX

Quicken 2001 X

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook comes with preinstalled software for playing audio and video files of various formats. The software configuration installed is dependent upon the operating system that is pre-

installed software. Manuals that are not included are available online through the help system of the software. We recommend that you review these manuals for

general information on the use of these applications. installed on your system. (Refer to Table 7-2.) In addition, there is file transfer software, virus protection soft-

APPLICATION DESCRIPTIONS

ware and Power Management software.

Adobe Acrobat Reader Tutorials

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

Manuals

Included with your LifeBook notebook you will find

The Adobe Acrobat Reader allows you to view, navigate,

and print PDF files from across all of the major

computing platforms.

BatteryAid by Fujitsu Limited

BatteryAid allows you to monitor and manage your

battery status. (See your BatteryAid online help for more

information on the correct way to use this program)

manuals for your operating system and other pre-

POINT

As your notebook does not support the CPU Clock control, the option is not active within the Power Control menu of BatteryAid.

Softex BayManager

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

BayManager Features

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

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Works under Windows 98 Second Edition.

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Works under ACPI and APM.

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

Drive Image Special Edition (DISE) by PowerQuest

DISE is used to restore the factory image and restore the system to its original state. For future backup, a section of your hard drive contains an image of the original installed software and utilities. If necessary, you can restore your system to the state in which it was shipped from Fujitsu. (See Drive Image Special Edition (DISE) on

page 72 for more information)

Intel SpeedStep

Intel SpeedStep allows your Lifebook to operate in dual mode. When connected to AC source, the system operates in Maximum Performance mode. When powered by battery, the system switches to Battery Optimized mode to conserve battery life. SpeedStep software is automatically loaded when you start your system and appears on the system tray as flags in one of two modes: (1) A checker flag indicates that the system is set for Maximum Performance mode. (2) A blue flag with a green center square indicates that the system is set for Battery Optimized mode. You can change the setting or disable the software by double-clicking the flag icon and changing the settings in the Intel SpeedStep Technology window.

LapLink

by LapLink.com, allows you to transfer files directly to other computers via an internal modem, a PC Card modem, the infrared port, the USB port, or a serial or parallel cable (cables not included). (See your LapLink

online help for proper operating procedures)

LifeBook Application Panel Software

Your LifeBook notebook is pre-installed with software utilities that let you operate and configure your Life-

Specifications

Book Application Panel. These utilities are found under the Start menu, under Programs, then under LifeBook Application Panel. They include a CD Player, Application Panel Setup, Application Panel Guide, Activate Panel, Deactivate Panel and E-mail LED Setup.

LifeBook Security Panel Software

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

McAfee.com

Activeshield

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

online help or manual for more information on how and when to run this program)

McAfee.com

VirusScan (online coupon)

VirusScan, by McAfee.com, is a web-based antivirus program that can be run from the McAfee.com website after loading data or programs onto your LifeBook notebook. It assists in the protection of the data currently residing on your hard disk from destruction or contamination. (Go to http://www.mcafee.com for more informa-

tion on how and when to run this program)

Microsoft Internet Explorer

Internet Explorer is installed as your default internet browser.

Microsoft Works 2000

Microsoft Works 2000 is a suite of software containing the basic tools to write letters and reports, track family and friends with address books, manage home finances, and create a home inventory.

Netscape 6 for Fujitsu PC

Netscape 6 provides a suite of Internet communications tools.

PC-Doctor for Windows by PC-Doctor.com, Inc.

PC Doctor for Windows by PC-Doctor.com, Inc. is primarily for use by your support representative when assisting you with troubleshooting.

Quicken 2001

Quicken 2001 by Intuit is a personal money management program. It has features such as portfolio management, account registries, on-line banking and bill paying features.

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Glossary

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Glossary

AC Adapter

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

ACPI

Advanced Configuration & Power Interface. A power management tool, which is part of the Windows 98 Second Edition operating system, that enables the operating system to control the amount of power given to each device attached to the computer. With ACPI, the operating system can turn off peripheral devices, such as the CD-ROM player, when it is not in use.

Active-Matrix Display

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

Auto/Airline Adapter

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

Bus

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

Byte

8 bits of parallel binary information.

Cache Memory

A block of memory built into the microprocessor which is much faster to access than your system RAM and used in specially structured ways to make your overall data handling time faster.

CardBus

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

CMOS RAM

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

COMM Port

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

BatteryAid

Utility that allows the user to change the display brightness in order to optimize battery life.

BIOS

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

Bit

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

bps

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

Boot

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

Command

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

Configuration

The combination of hardware and software that makes up your system and how it is allocated for use.

CRT

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

Data

The information a system stores and processes.

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

Default Value

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

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DIMM

Dual-in-line memory module.

DISE

Drive Image Special Edition (DISE) by PowerQuest. Provides a way to restore your computer if you experience a hard disk crash or other system failure. DISE is used to restore the factory image and restore the system to its original state.

Disk

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

Disk Drive

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

Diskette

A floppy disk in a hard housing with a shutter.

DMA

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

DMI

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

data and a maximum of 17GB for the double-sided discs.

ECP

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

ESD

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

Extended Memory

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

FCC

Federal Communication Commission.

Floppy Disk

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

Gigabyte.

Hard drive

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

Hexadecimal

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

DOS

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

Driver

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

DVD

Digital Video Disc. This is a form of optical disc storage for video, audio and computer data, envisioned to replace current digital storage formats (CD-ROM, laser and audio CD) because of its capability for storing greater amounts of data. A typical single layer, single-sided DVD, for example, can contain 4.7GB of

I/O

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

I/O Port

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

IDE

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

Infrared

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

Glossary

An abbreviation for infrared.

IrDA

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

IRQ

Interrupt Request. An acronym for the hardware signal to the CPU that an external event has occurred which needs to be processed.

Kilobyte.

LAN

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

LCD

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

Lithium ion Battery

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

between computers and sound producers such as synthesizers.

Modem

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

Monaural

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

MPU-401

A standard for MIDI interfaces and connectors.

NTSC

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

Operating System

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

Parallel Port

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

LPT Port

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

Megabyte.

Megahertz

1,000,000 cycles per second.

Memory

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

MHz

Megahertz.

MIDI

Musical Instrument Digital Interface. A standard communication protocol for exchange of information

Partition

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

PCMCIA

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

Peripheral Device

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

Pitch (keyboard)

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

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Pixel

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

POST

Power On Self Test. A program which is part of the BIOS which checks the configuration and operating condition of your hardware whenever power is applied to your LifeBook notebook. Status and error messages may be displayed before the operating system is loaded. If the self test detects failures that are so serious that operation can not continue, the operating system will not be loaded.

Program

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

PS/2

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

RAM

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

RAM Module

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

Reset

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

Restart

See Reset.

Resume

To proceed after interruption. In your LifeBook notebook this refers to returning to active operation after having been in one of the suspension states.

ROM

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

SDRAM

Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory.

Serial Port

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

Shadow RAM

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

Smart Card

Smart Cards are the same size and shape as credit cards, but they contain an integrated microprocessor chip. The chip can hold a variety of different information, and provides the user with many possible options, such as allowing them to make secure purchases, pay for phone calls, store security information, and provide personal identification and information.

SRAM

Static Random Access Memory. A specific technology of making RAM which does not require periodic data refreshing.

Status Indicator

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

Stereo (audio)

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

Stroke (keyboard)

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

Suspend

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

SVGA

Super VGA.

Fujitsu LifeBook E6555, LifeBook E6575, LifeBook E6595 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Preface

ABOUT THIS GUIDE

Conventions Used in the Guide

FUJITSU PC CONTACT INFORMATION

Fujitsu Online

WARRANTY

Getting to Know Your LifeBook Notebook

UNPACKING

TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTS

LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS

RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS

BACK PANEL COMPONENTS

BOTTOM COMPONENTS

POWER INDICATOR

BATTERY LEVEL INDICATORS

AC ADAPTER INDICATOR

BATTERY CHARGING INDICATORS

MEDIA DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR

PC CARD ACCESS INDICATORS

NUMLK INDICATOR

CAPSLOCK INDICATOR

SCRLK INDICATOR

SECURITY INDICATOR

Numeric Keypad

USING THE KEYBOARD

Cursor Keys

WINDOWS KEYS

FUNCTION KEYS

PREPARING YOUR IR MOUSE FOR USE

To activate the IR Mouse Port in your BIOS

Range of Operation

To Install the Batteries

Power Switch and Settings

Extending Battery Life

Cleaning the Ball and Ball Chamber

DOUBLE-CLICKING

CLICKING

DRAGGING

TOUCHPAD CONTROL ADJUSTMENT

REMOVING AND INSTALLING MODULAR DEVICES

Cold-swapping

Hot-swapping with BayManager under Windows 98 Second Edition/Windows Me

Hot-swapping under Windows 2000 Professional

Enter Button

SETTING UP YOUR LIFEBOOK SECURITY PANEL

Numbered Buttons

PASSWORDS

Setting Passwords

Setting Supervisor Password

Setting User Password

OPERATING YOUR LIFEBOOK SECURITY APPLICATION PANEL

From Off State

From Suspend State

Incorrect Password Entry

PRECAUTIONS

Low Battery Operations

UNINSTALLING THE SECURITY PANEL APPLICATION

Uninstalling the Security Panel Application Software

Removing Security Panel Application with Passwords Still Active

Reinstalling the Security Application Panel

LAUNCHING APPLICATIONS WITH THE SECURITY/APPLICATION PANEL

Configuring your LifeBook Application Panel

Deactivating and Activating the LifeBook Application Panel

Getting Started

CONNECTING THE POWER ADAPTERS

Connecting the AC Adapter

Connecting the Optional Auto/Airline Adapter

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

OPENING THE DISPLAY PANEL

ADJUSTING DISPLAY PANEL BRIGHTNESS

Keyboard

BatteryAid

CLOSING THE DISPLAY PANEL

POWER ON

BOOT SEQUENCE

BIOS SETUP UTILITY