Fujitsu LifeBook E6656 User's Guide

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

according to FCC Part 15

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operations are subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not be allowed to cause harmful interference, (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference.

2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

4. Do not use this product near water.

5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.

6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation; to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a builtin installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

7. This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.

8. This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This will only plug into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug.

9. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where persons will walk on the cord.

10. If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.

11. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

12. Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. b. If liquid has been spilled into the product. c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust

only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified tech-

nician to restore the product to normal condition. e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. f. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.

14. CAUTION. When replacing the battery, be sure to install it with the polarities in the correct posi-

tion. There is a danger of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type or is mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommeded by the manufacturer. Dispose of the used battery according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

15. Use only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided in your accessories box) for this unit. It should be a detachable type: UL listed/CSA certified, BS1363,ASTA,SS145 certified, rated 10A 250V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent. Maximum length is 15 feet (4.6 meters).

AUSTRALIAN WARNINGS

WARNING

FOR SAFETY REASONS, ONLY CONNECT EQUIPMENT WITH A TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMPLIANCE LABEL. THIS INCLUDES CUSTOMER EQUIPMENT PREVIOUSLY LABELLED PERMITTED OR CERTIFIED.

Connection of Non Certified/Approved peripherals may result in the equipment operating outside the Australian EMI Standards.

Modems connected to the Australian telecommunications network must be operated in accordance with the Labelling Notice. This modem has been specifically configured to ensure compliance with the ACA Standards. Do not adjust your modem or software outside the values indicated below. To do so would result in your modem being operated in a non-compliant manner.

Call Attempts/Retries:

Applications software shall be configured so that no more than 3 attempts are made to establish a connection to a given number (Note: if the modem can detect service tones, up to 10 attempts can be made). If the call sequence is unsuccessful, there shall be a delay of at least 30 minutes before attempting to call the number again.

Failure to set the modem, and any application software used with the modem, to the values shown above will result in the modem being operated in a non-compliant manner. Consequently, this would be in violation of the Labelling Notice for this equipment, and the Telecommunications Act 1997 prescribes penalties for the connection of non-compliant equipment.

NEW ZEALAND WARNINGS

The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network. It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort of warranty. Above all, it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects with another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or model, nor does it imply that any product is compatible with all of Telecom’s network services.

This equipment is not capable under all operating conditions of correct operation at the higher speeds for which it is designed. 56 KBPS connections are likely to be restricted to lower bit rates when connected to some PSTN implementations. Telecom will accept no responsibility should difficulties arise in such circumstances.

Immediately disconnect this equipment should it become physically damaged, and arrange for its disposal or repair.

This equipment shall not be used in any manner, which could constitute a nuisance to other Telecom customers.

This equipment shall not be set to make automatic calls to the Telecom “111” Emergency Service. This device is equipped with pulse dialing while the New Zealand standard is DTMF tone dialing. There is no guarantee that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing. It is strongly recommended that pulse dialing is not used.

Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom’s Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with this device. The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom’s Specifications:

For repeat calls to the same number.

There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation, and The equipment shall go on-hook for a period of not less than 30 seconds between the end of one attempt and the beginning of the next attempt.

For Automatic calls to different numbers.

The equipment shall go on-hook for a period of not less than 5 seconds between the end of one attempt and the beginning of the next attempt.

For Automatically answered Incoming Calls

Incoming calls shall be answered between 3 and 30 seconds from the start of the ringing.

For correct operation, the total of the RNs of all devices connected to a single line at anytime should not exceed 5. The RN of this Equipment is 0.5.

WARNING Connection of Non Certified/Approved peripherals may result in the equipment operating

outside the New Zealand EMI Standards.

Note: Modem setting in Windows 98 / Windows Me

The default modem setting in Windows 98 / Windows Me operating system is United States of America. If you are residing in Australia or New Zealand, please choose the appropriate country where you are located.

Dial type must be set to Tone Dialing if you are either in Australia or New Zealand.

Please see below instruction for quick modem setup.

A. If you are located in Australia

1. Go to Control panel, select modem icon.

2. Choose Australia in “What country/region are you in now?”

3. Select Phone system as “Tone Dialing”

4. Close

B. If you are located in New Zealand

1. Go to Control panel, select modem icon.

2. Choose New Zealand in “What country/ region are you in now?”

3. Select Phone system as “Tone Dialing”

4. Close

NOTATION IN THIS DOCUMENT

Warnings

This manual uses a variety of icons as visual marks so that you can use this computer safely and correctly and avoid damage and danger to yourself and to others. These icons and their meanings are as follows. Please learn these icons before reading this manual. Learning these icons will be useful for understanding this manual.

Icon Meaning

WARNING

CAUTION

The symbols below are used together with the icons above to indicate what type of danger or damage is involved.

Symbol Meaning

Incorrect handling or ignoring this warning can cause a dangerous situation that could result in death or severe injury.

Incorrect handling or ignoring this warning can cause a dangerous situation that could result in moderate or minor injury or could result in equipment damage.

The symbol indicates a w arning or caution. The symbol inside the indicates the concrete nature of the warning. (The example on the left is a caution for electric shock.)

The circle and slash indicates prohibited behavior. The symbol inside the circle indicates the concrete nature of the prohibition. (The example on the left indicates that disassembly is prohibited.)

The indicates instructions that must be followed. The symbol inside indicates the concrete nature of those instructions. (The example on the left tells you to unplug the power plug from the socket.)

Key notation and operation methods

Explanations of key operations do not show all the characters on the keyboard. Instead they indicate just the keys necessary to the explanation as follows. Examples: [Ctrl] key, [Enter] key, [ → ] key When multiple keys are to be pressed at the same time, this is indicated by connecting them with [+]. Examples: [Ctrl] + [F3] keys; [Shift] + [ ↑ ] key

Screen examples

The screens shown in this manual are examples. Please understand that the file names and screens you use may be different.

Notation in text

Here is what symbols in text mean.

Symbol Meaning

Critical Points

Indicates a point necessary for correctly operating the hardware or software.

Gives the meaning and brief explaination of a term.

Column

→ Indicates the page to see elsewhere in this manual.

Command input (key input)

Within the text of this manual, command input (giving commands to the computer by pressing keys) is indicated as follows.

Example:

In the position indicated in the example above by the ↑, the space left between the characters indicates that a space needs to be left in the entry by pressing the space bar (the long key with nothing written on it at the center of the front of the keyboard). Commands are written in this manual as lowercase latin letters, but uppercase letters may be used.

Product names

The following product names are abbreviated as follows in this manual.

“Microsoft® Windows® 2000 operating system” is written as “Windows 2000”. “Microsoft® Millennium® Edition operating system” is written as “Windows Me”. “Microsoft® Windows® 98 operating system” is written as “Windows 98”. “Microsoft® MS-DOS® operating system Version 6.2/V” is written as “MS-DOS”. “Microsoft® Windows® operating system Version 3.1” is written as “Windows 3.1”. “Microsoft® Windows NT® Server network operating system Version 3.5” and “Microsoft® Windows NT® Workstation operating system Version 3.5” are both written as “Windows NT 3.5”. “Microsoft® Windows NT® Server network operating system Version 3.51” and “Microsoft® Windows NT® Workstation and NT Server Version 4.0” are both written as “Windows NT 4.0”. “Windows NT 3.51” and “Windows NT 4.0” are both written as Windows NT. “Fujitsu Lifebook” is written as “this computer” or “the computer main unit”.

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Configuration of this Manual

SECTION 1

This section explains basic operations and basic items for using this computer, including the names of the parts and their functions, Flat Point Operations and battery operation.

SECTION 2

This section explains installation of options for this computer.

SECTION 3

This section explains what to do when trouble occurs with this computer and when messages are displayed. Read this section as the necessity arises.

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SECTION 2

SECTION 3

CONTENTS

SECTION 1

1. Names of the Parts and their Functions .............................2

Front/Top ............................................................................................. 2

Left Side .............................................................................................. 5

Right Side ............................................................................................ 7

Rear/Bottom ........................................................................................ 8

Status Indicator LCD ......................................................................... 10

2. Pointing Device....................................................................13

What Is the Flat Point? ...................................................................... 13

Flat Point Usage ................................................................................ 14

3. Keyboard ..............................................................................15

Keyboard ........................................................................................... 15

Numeric Keypad Mode ...................................................................... 15

Names of the Main Keys and their Functions .................................... 16

4. Switching on the Power ...................................................... 18

Switching on the power ..................................................................... 18

5. Switching off the Power ......................................................20

Precautions for Switching Off the Power ........................................... 20

Switching Off the Power .................................................................... 20

6. Suspend/Resume Function ................................................22

What Is the Suspend/Resume Function? .......................................... 22

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7. Battery ..................................................................................24

Battery Charging ............................................................................... 24

Using PC with Battery ....................................................................... 25

Checking the Remaining Battery Charge .......................................... 26

Low Battery State .............................................................................. 27

Notes on Battery ................................................................................ 28

Replacing Internal Battery Unit ......................................................... 29

1. Options................................................................................. 32

Options .............................................................................................. 32

Peripherals ........................................................................................ 33

2. PC Cards .............................................................................. 34

Precautions for PC Cards .................................................................. 34

Installing PC Cards ........................................................................... 36

Removing PC Cards.......................................................................... 37

3. Expansion RAM Modules ...................................................40

Installing an Expansion RAM Module................................................ 41

4. Multi-bay Unit .......................................................................43

Notes on using the multi-bay unit ...................................................... 43

Replacing multi-bay Unit.................................................................... 44

Loading/Ejecting disks....................................................................... 45

5. CD - ROM Drive .................................................................... 46

Loading/Ejecting a CD - ROM ........................................................... 46

CD - ROMS ....................................................................................... 46

6. Floppy Disk Drive ................................................................48

Loading/Ejecting a Floppy Disk ......................................................... 48

What is a Floppy Disk? ...................................................................... 49

Precautions on Handling ................................................................... 50

7. Internal Data Fax Modem ....................................................51

Connection ........................................................................................ 51

8. Using Internal LAN ..............................................................53

Connection ........................................................................................ 53

9. Security Panel ......................................................................54

Security Panel Setup ......................................................................... 54

Passwords ......................................................................................... 54

Operate Your Lifebook Security Panel ............................................... 56

System Requirements ....................................................................... 57

10. Mouse ...................................................................................59

Connecting USB Mouse .................................................................... 59

Connecting PS/2 Mouse .................................................................... 59

Disabling Flat Point............................................................................ 60

Using the Mouse ............................................................................... 61

SECTION 3

11. Wireless Mouse ................................................................... 63

Precautions on safety ........................................................................ 63

Preparation and Preliminary knowledge ............................................ 65

Setup of personal computer and wireless mouse ............................. 66

Replacing batteries............................................................................ 67

For good maintenance....................................................................... 68

Caution .............................................................................................. 69

Troubleshooting ................................................................................. 69

Specifications .................................................................................... 70

1. When This Happens ............................................................ 73

2. Care and Maintenance ........................................................77

3. Glossary ...............................................................................82

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Names of the Parts and their Functions

Front/Top

1 Latch

This latch locks the liquid crystal display (LCD) against unintended opening. Unlock it to open the LCD.

2 Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)

Displays the screen of this PC.

Critical Point

Characteristic of LCD

The following natures are characteristic to LCD and you must not interpret them as defects. The TFT color liquid crystal display (LCD) of this PC has more than 2.35 million pixels or dots (in 1024 x 768 resolution) through the utilization of high-level technology. Because of this fact, the display may contain some unlit or continuously lit dots. The color tone of the LCD of this PC may differ among the units. And temperature change and other cause may results in some uneven color tone.

3 Built-in Microphone

You can record sound with this microphone.

Critical Point

You may experience feedback noise when you use music software and other software that uses simultaneously the microphone and speakers. In this case, adjust the sound volume or use a headphone or an external microphone available in stores. And set the microphone at “mute” position when you do not use it. Do not close the LCD when you use the built-in microphone to avoid feedback noise. The recorded sound from the built-in microphone may not clear when the distance or the direction of the sound source is not appropriate. We recommend you to use an external microphone to record sound clearly.

4 Status Indicator LCD

This LCD displays the status of this PC.

5 SUS/RES Switch

This switch is used to turn on the power of the PC, to put it into suspend mode and to resume working.

Critical Point

When you press down SUS/RES switch for 4 seconds or more when the power of this PC is on, the power supply of this PC will power off.

6 Wireless Mouse Receiver (only for the models with a wireless mouse)

It receives the infrared signal from a wireless mouse (only for the models with a wireless mouse).

7 Keyboard

You can input characters and give commands to the PC unit through this device.

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8 Flat Point

You can manipulate the mouse pointer though this device.

9 Speakers

They output the sound from this PC unit.

CAUTION

HEARING LOSS

Turn the sound volume level of the PC unit to the minimum when you connect a headphone or microphone, or it may cause device failure or undesirable influence to your audibility by harmful noise.

! Mic-in Jack

It is the terminal to connect an external microphone to record sound (monaural, 3.5-mm mini plug type). However, you cannot use some microphone in the market (ex. dynamic microphones). Please check its connectivity before purchase.

" Headphone Jack

It is the terminal to connect a headphone available in the market (3.5-mm mini plug type). However, you cannot use some headphone if its type is not compatible. Please check its connectivity before purchase.

CAUTION

HEARING LOSS

Be careful not to use a headphone at excessive volume level, or it might give adverse effect to your audibility. Do not turn on or off the power switch while you are wearing a headphone, or it might give adverse effect to your audibility.

# Security / One-touch Buttons (Refer pg 54)

These buttons are used to set/reset security lock, password input during power on or SUS/RES of the PC unit, application start-up, incoming E-mail receiving and other functions.

$ Cover Close Switch

This switch is used to suspend/resume the function of this PC unit and to turn off the LCD back light when you close or open the LCD display.

Left Side

SECTION 1

1 2

3 4 5

1 LAN Connector

Some models have a LAN connector to connect a LAN cable.

2 Modem Connector

Some models have a modem connector. This is the connector to connect the PC unit to telephone line by a telephone cable to access Internet.

3 Air-Cooling Fan

It is a fan to let out the heat from the inside of the PC unit. It starts rotating when the temperature of the inside of the PC unit is high.

4 PC Card Slots

They are the slots to insert PC cards sold separately. The lower slot is Slot 1 and the upper slot is Slot 2.

5 PC Card Eject Button

You can eject a PC card from the PC unit by pushing this button. See “Removing PC Card”.

CAUTION

Do not cover the holes over the air-cooling fan, or the heat inside the PC unit might cause the machine failure.

6 Internal Hard Disk

It is the detachable primary hard disk.

Critical Point

Some operating system calls Slot 1 as “Slot 0” and Slot 2 as “Slot 1”.

7 Infrared Communication Port (not supported by Windows NT)

It is the interface to conduct infrared communication.

Critical Point

Do not put an AC adapter or an external display near from the infrared communication port when you are conducting infrared communication, or it cause malfunction due to noise from those devices.

8 Anti-Theft Lock

You can connect an anti-theft cable available in the market to it.

Critical Point

This anti-theft lock is compatible with Micro Saver Security System from Kensington Ltd.

Right Side

1 2

1 Internal Battery Unit

This unit acts as the power supply of this PC unit when you do not use an AC adapter. See “Replacing Internal Battery Unit”.

2 Multi-Bay

One of the following devices has been installed depending on the model:

- Internal CD-ROM drive unit

- Internal DVD drive unit

- Internal CD-R/RW drive unit

- Internal floppy disk drive unit

- Multi-bay cover

Those units may be replaced. See “Replacing Multi-Bay Unit”.

Critical Point

Do not use this PC unit when the multi-bay is empty, or it results in the unit failure.

3 Multi-Bay Unit Remove Lever

You can use this lever to remove the device unit installed in the multi-bay.

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Rear/Bottom

1 Expansion Keyboard/Mouse Connector

This is the connector to connect a PS/2 mouse and a numeric keyboard / keyboard.

2 Serial Connector

This is the connector to connect the devices with RS-232C interface sold separately.

3 Parallel Connector

This is the connector to connect a printer and other devices sold separately.

4 External Display Connector

This is the connector to connect a CRT display and other displays sold separately.

5 USB Connector (not supported by Windows NT)

You can connect a FDD unit, a printer and other USB standard peripherals to this connector. There are 2 ports and you may connect a USB standard peripheral to either of the ports.

6 Docking Station Connector

This is the connector to connect a full docking station, a mini docking station and a port replicator.

7 DC-IN Connector

This is the connector to connect the AC adapter.

8 Expansion RAM Module Slot

This is the slot to install the memory unit of this PC.

Important note

When you connect an optional device to each connector, you must ensure the right direction of the connectors and connect straight.

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Status Indicator LCD

1 SUS/RES indicator ( )

This indicator appears up when this PC unit is functioning and blinks when the unit is in suspend status.

2 AC Adapter Indicator ( )

This indicator appears when the power is supplied from AC adapter.

3 Battery Mounting Indicator ( 1, 2, )

This indicator appears when batteries are mounted. “1” means the internal battery and “2” means the auxiliary battery in mobile multi-bay.

4 Battery Charge Indicator ( )

This indicator appears when batteries are charged. And it blinks when battery charge is not in progress because the batteries are too hot or too cold.

5 Remaining Battery Power Indicator ( )

This indicator indicates the remaining battery power.

6 CD Access Indicator ( )

This indicator appears when a CD is accessed. See also POINT below.

7 Hard Disk Access Indicator ( )

This indicator appears when the internal hard disk is accessed. See also POINT below.

8 Floppy Disk Access Indicator ( )

This indicator appears when a floppy disk or a super disk is accessed. See also POINT below.

Important note

When you connect a FDD unit (USB), the floppy disk access indicator in the status indicator LCD does not appears even a floppy disk is accessed. You should check the access to the floppy disk with the access lamp on the FDD unit (USB). Make sure that the access lamp does not light up when you eject a floppy disk.

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9 PC Card Access Indicator (

This indicator appears when a PC card is accessed. See also POINT below.

! Num Lock (Numerical Lock) Indicator (

This indicator appears when the keyboard is set to numeric keypad mode. You can set and reset the numeric keypad mode by pressing the [Num Lk] key.

" Caps Lock Indicator (

This indicator appears when English capital mode is set (to input English capital letters). You can set and reset the English capital mode by pushing down the [Caps Lock] key.

1 2

)

# Scroll Lock Indicator ( )

This indicator appears when scroll lock is set to avoid screen scrolling. You can set and reset the scroll lock by pushing down the [Scr Lk] key while pressing down the [Fn] key. The function depends on the application when this indicator appears.

$ Security Indicator ( )

This indicator appears when security function is on. You must input password if the security indicator blinks when you put on the power or resume from suspend of the PC unit.

Critical Point

If you operate SUS/RES switch while the hard disk access indicator or the floppy disk access indicator appears, the data on the hard disk, floppy disk or super disk may be corrupted. Some operating system calls Slot 1 as “Slot 0” and Slot 2 as “Slot 1” in the PC card access indicator. Windows 98 / Windows Me tries to detect the existence of a CD periodically if CD auto insert function is on. This causes periodical indication of the CD access indicator in the status indicator LCD. You can set up as followings to disable this auto insert function:

1 Click on the Start ->Settings -> Control Panel. 2 Click on the System icon 3 Click on the Device Manager tab. 4 Double-click on the “CD-ROM”.

CD-ROM device is indicated.

5 Click on the CD-ROM device and then click on the Properties.

The Properties of CD-ROM Device dialog box appears. 6 Click on the Setting tab. 7 Click on the “Auto notification of insertion” in Option to set it disabled. 8 Click on OK. 9 Click on OK or Close in the System Property dialog box to go back to the Control

Panel window. 10 Restart the PC unit.

To enable auto notification, click on “Auto notification of insertion” in step 7 to put

check mark on it.

SECTION 1

2. Pointing Device

What Is the Flat Point?

Flat point is a convenient pointing device with which you can manipulate mouse pointer with your finger movement. It is composed of a touchpad and 2 buttons. The touchpad carries the function of a ball in a mouse. You can move the mouse pointer on the screen by sliding your fingertip on its surface upward, downward, leftward and rightward. And by tapping its surface, you can also realize click, double-click, point, drug and other functions. The left and right buttons are equivalent to the left and right button on a mouse. Their functions differ for each application.

Touchpad

SECTION 1

Left button

Right button

Critical Point

The pointer movement of a flat point may differ a little due to the difference of the dryness of the finger tip of a user and other reasons. Dew drop and dirt on the touchpad may result in malfunction. In such a case, remove dew and dirt from the surface by wiping with dry soft cloth. And when the surface is excessively dirty, remove the dirt by wiping with a soft cloth soaked with diluted neutral detergent. When you want to use a PS/2 mouse. When you use a mouse, it is necessary to set Keyboard / Mouse Set Up in the BIOS setup for the simultaneous use with the flat point and other options.

Flat Point Usage

Click Clicking means to tap the touchpad once or to

Double click Double-clicking means to tap the touchpad twice

Point Pointing means to set the mouse pointer over

Drag Dragging means to move the mouse pointer to

push the left button once and release it at once. And “right click” means to push the right button once.

consecutively or to push twice the left button quickly and release at once. The speed of doubleclick can be adjusted in the Mouse Properties dialog box.

menu and other icons on the screen. When you set the mouse pointer on a menu and if the menu

has sub-menu under it (indicated with mark on the right end of the menu), the sub-menu appears.

your favorite place and tap the touchpad twice quickly. In the second tap, you must not release your fingertip from the surface and move it to the appropriate position, then release your fingertip. Or you may move the mouse pointer to your favorite position and move your finger tip on the surface of the touchpad with holding down the left button, then release your finger tip.

Critical Point

The manipulations explained above are applicable when you set “For a right-handed person” in the Mouse Properties dialog box. You must tap lightly and quickly with your fingertip. It is not necessary to press down strongly. The mouse pointer on the screen do not move if you lift your fingertip up and bring down it on the different position while you are moving the mouse pointer on the flat point. When you put down and move your fingertip on the touchpad, the pointer moves in the direction of your fingertip movement from that position.

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3. Keyboard

Keyboard

The keyboard is the device for giving instructions to the computer, inputting data, and executing. The keys can be divided into two types.

Control keys Character keys

Num Lk

Insert

Delete

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Tab

CapsLock

Shift Shift

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Backspace

Enter

Pause Break

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Numeric Keypad Mode

The mode in which some of the character keys are used as numeric keys (with a key layout that makes numeric input easier) instead of their normal functions is called numeric keypad mode. The keyboard is switched to numeric keypad mode with [Num Lk]. (In numeric keypad mode, 1 is displayed on the status indicator LCD.) The keys surrounded by thick lines in the diagram above become the numeric keypad. The numbers input with these keys are printed in front of each key.

Critical Point

When the separately sold numeric keypad is connected, if you press [Num Lk] to put the computer into numeric keypad mode, the keys on the external numeric keypad are enabled, but the numeric keypad section on the keyboard is disabled.

For Thailand keyboard, the functions keys F8 and F9 is the same function as the English keyboard to lower and increase the speaker volume.

Names of the Main Keys and their Functions

[Esc] (escape) key

The usage is determined by the application software. It is often used to return to the previous

operation.

[F1]-[F12] (function) keys

The usage depends on the application software.

[Fn] key

A key unique to this computer; it has the following functions.

[Fn] + [F3] This switches ON/OFF of the speaker.

[Fn] + [F4] This select to disabled the touch pad mouse when you attached an external

[Fn] + [F5] This select whether or not to use the entire LCD screen for display in text

[Fn] + [F6] Turns down the backlight of the LCD.

[Fn] + [F7] Turns up the backlight of the LCD.

[Fn] + [F8] This select to lower down the volume of the speaker.

[Fn] + [F9] This select to increase the volume of the speaker

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Luminance of the backlight of the LCD can be turned up (with [Fn] + [F7] keys) or turned down (with [Fn] + [F6] keys) in three degrees.

When a pip sounds with this operation, the speaker is on. When nothing sounds, the speaker is turned off.

mouse.

mode.

[Fn] + [F10] Rotates among the three display options: LCD only, CRT only, both LCD

[Fn]+SUS/RES switch

Space key Inputs a single space character.

[↑][↓][←][→] (cursor) keys

and CRT.

Activates the Save To Disk function.

(This is the long key with nothing written on it at the center of the front of the keyboard.)

Move the cursor.

[Enter] key

Also called the return key or the line feed key. This key inputs line feeds and executes command.

[Ctrl] key

Used in combination with other keys; its functions depend on the application software.

[Shift] key

Used in combination with other keys.

[Alt] key

Used in combination with other keys; its functions depend on the application software.

[Caps Lock] key

To lock the keyboard into caps mode, press this key, pressing this key again ends caps mode.

[Num Lk] (numerical lock) key

Press this key to put the computer into numeric keypad mode.

[Scr Lk] (scroll lock) key

Its functions depend on the application software.

[Print Screen] key

Press this key to make a hard copy of the screen.

[Pause] key

Press this key to pause the screen display.

[Break] key

Its functions depend on the application software.

[Insert] key

Press this key to insert a new character between characters. The new characters are entered at the cursor position.

[Delete] key

Press this key to delete a character. Pressing the Delete key and the Ctrl and Alt keys at the same time resets this computer.

[Home] key

Press this key to move the cursor directly to the head of the row or the head of the document.

[End] key

Press this key to move the cursor directly to the end of the row or the end of the document.

[Pg Up] key

Press this key to switch to the previous screen.

[Pg Dn] key

Press this key to switch to the next screen.

[Back Space] key

Press this key to delete the character to the left of the cursor position.

[Sys Rq] (system request) key

When this key is supported by the application software, this key is used for such functions as resetting the keyboard. Press this key together with the Alt key.

[ ] (Windows) key (only valid for Windows 98 / Windows Me)

Press this key to display the Start menu.

[ ] (Application) key (only valid for Windows 98 / Windows Me)

Press this key to display the shortcut menu for the selected item. This key has the same role as the mouse right click.

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4. Switching on the Power

Switching on the power

This item explains the normal way to switch the computer main unit power on.

Critical Point

After you put on the power, do not bring the PC unit or give shock or vibration. They may result in machine failure. If a disk is inserted in the floppy disk drive or the super disk drive, remove it before you put on the power. Do not put on the power when there is no device installed in the multi-bay. It may results in machine failure.

1 Connect the AC adaptor.

AC adaptor

First connect the AC power cord to the AC adaptor (1), next connect the other cord of the AC adaptor to the personal computer’s DCIN connector (2). Lastly, plug the AC power cord into an AC outlet (3).

3 Push SUS/RES switch.

2 Open the LCD panel.

Latch

Push the latch to release the lock, then lift the display panel with your hand.

SUS/RES switch

The PC is powered on and POST is started. And the status indicator LCD is activated.

Critical Point

POST is the abbreviation of “Power On Self Test”, a self-diagnosis test to check if there is any abnormality in the PC. This test is automatically carried out when the power of this PC unit is on and completed right before the start-up of operating system.

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5. Switching off the Power

Precautions for Switching Off the Power

This item explains how to switch off the power and gives precautions for switching off the power.

The following precautions must be observed when switching off the power.

When you power off and power on again the system, wait for about 10 second before you power on.

Switching Off the Power

Windows Me or Windows 98

1 Click on Start -> Shut Down.

The Shut Down Windows dialog box appears.

2 In Windows Me, select “ Shut down” and click OK.

In Windows 98, select “Shut down” and click OK.

The operating system exits and the power of this PC goes off. And ( ) of the status indicator LCD disappears.

Critical Point

You can restart this PC by selecting “Restart” in the dialog that appears in Step 1. Restart means to erase the information on the memory once and reload an operating system from a floppy disk or a hard disk. If you select “Stand-by” in the dialog that appears in Step 1, this PC unit enters energy conserve mode. If you will not use this PC for a longer period, remove the AC adapter and batteries.

Windows 2000

1 Click on Start -> Shutdown.

The Shut down Windows dialog box appears.

2 Select Shutdown and click on OK.

The power automatically goes off.

Critical Point

You can restart this PC by selecting “Restart” in the dialog displayed in Step 1. Restart means to erase the information on the memory once and reload an operating system from a floppy disk or a hard disk. If you select “Stand-by” or “Idle status” in the dialog appears in Step 1, this PC unit enters energy conserve mode. You can switch off the power by the following steps: 1 Push the [Delete] key down while pressing down the [Ctrl] and [Alt] keys. The Windows

Security dialog box appears.

2 Click on Shutdown.

The Windows shutdown dialog box appears.

3 Select Shutdown and click on OK.

The power automatically turns off.

If you will not use this PC for a longer period, remove the AC adapter and batteries.

Windows NT

1 Click on Start -> Shutdown.

The Windows Shutdown dialog box appears.

2 Make sure that “Shutdown computer” is selected and click on Yes.

( ) in the status indicator LCD turns off and the power of this PC unit automatically turns off.

Critical Point

In some cases, “It is now safe to turn off your computer.” messages appears, but the power does not turn off automatically. In such a case, press SUS/RES switch down for 4 seconds or more. When Power off HAL has not been installed, install it. You can restart this PC by selecting “Restart computer” in the dialog displayed in Step 2. Restart means to erase the information on the memory once and reload an operating system from a floppy disk or a hard disk. You can also turn off the power through the following steps: 1 Push down the [Delete] key while pressing down the [Ctrl] and [Alt] keys. 2 When the Windows NT Security dialog box appears, click on Shutdown. 3 When Shutdown the Computer dialog box appears, select “Turn off after shutting down”

and click on OK. Power automatically turns off.

If you will not use this PC for a longer period, remove the AC adapter and batteries.

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6. Suspend/Resume Function

What Is the Suspend/Resume Function?

When this computer is suspended with the SUS/RES switch, the suspend/resume function retains the programs and data in memory as it is that you can resume operations immediately the next time you press the SUS/RES switch.

Critical Point

With resetting, the data in memory will be lost. Save the necessary data before resetting. If you cannot reset through the following procedure, press down SUS/RES switch for 4 seconds or more so that you can turn off the power of the PC unit. Then, wait for about 10 seconds and push down SUS/RES switch again.

Windows Me or Windows 98

1 Click on Start -> Shut Down.

The Shut Down Windows dialog box appears.

2 Select “Restart” for Windows Me / Windows 98 and click on OK.

This PC unit is reset.

Critical Point

If you cannot reset through the above-mentioned procedure, you can reset as followings: 1 Push down the [Delete] key while pressing down the [Ctrl] and [Alt] keys.

When the Terminate Application dialog box appears, follow the instructions.

Window 2000

1 Click on Start -> Shut down.

The Shutdown Windows dialog box appears.

2 Select “Restart” and click on OK.

Critical Point

You can reset as followings: 1 Push down the [Delete] key while pressing down the [Ctrl] and [Alt] keys. The Windows

Security dialog box appears.

2 Click “Shutdown”.

The Shutdown Windows dialog box appears.

3 Select “Restart” and click on OK.

This PC is reset.

Windows NT

1 Click on Start -> Shutdown.

The Shutdown Windows dialog box appears.

2 Select “Restart computer” and click on Yes.

This PC is reset.

Critical Point

You can reset as followings: 1 Push down the [Delete] key while pressing down the [Ctrl] and [Alt] keys. 2 When the Windows NT security dialog box appears, click “Shutdown”. 3 When the Shutdown the Computer dialog box appears, select “Restart after Shutdown and

click on OK. This PC is reset.

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7. Battery

Battery Charging

This PC is capable to supply power from batteries as well as the AC adapter.

1 Connect the AC adaptor.

First connect the AC power cord to the AC adaptor (1), next connect the other cord of the AC adaptor to the personal computer’s DC-IN connector (2). Lastly, plug the AC power cord into an AC outlet (3).

2 Make sure that the battery charge indicator disappears and disconnect the AC adapter.

AC adaptor

Critical Point

Charge battery when you start using this PC after purchase or if you have not charged it for more than 1 month. The battery charge is completed when the battery charge indicator disappears and the remaining battery power indicator changes from blinking to appearing. Take sufficient time for battery recharge to make sure that the battery is fully charged. When the remaining battery power is still 90% or more, the unit does not start charging even though the AC adapter is connected. Charging starts when the power is 89% or less. The battery charging capability deteriorates when room temperature is too high or too low. Battery protection function may prevent the battery charging when battery temperature is too

high after usage ( ). However, charging starts when the battery temperature lowers

after a while. If you attached an auxiliary battery, both of batteries are charged simultaneously.

Using PC with Battery

This item explains operation with the battery.

1 Disconnect the AC adaptor and switch

on the main switch.

SUS/RES switch

Press the main switch in the direction of the

displayed.

Critical Point

When the room temperature is low, the battery operation time length becomes shorter.

When the battery has been used for a longer period, the battery operation time length becomes

shorter. If you notice that the operation time length becomes extremely short, replace the

battery with a new one.

When you attach an auxiliary battery, both of the batteries are used simultaneously.

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Checking the Remaining Battery Charge

This computer indicates the amount of battery charge remaining with the remaining battery charge indicator on the status indicator LCD.

Remaining battery charge indicator

Indicates battery charge level of about 76% to about 100%

Indicates battery charge level of about 51% to about 75%

Indicates battery charge level of about 26% to about 50%

Indicates battery charge level of about 16% to about 25%

Indicates the low battery state (battery charge level of about 15% or lower). The warning beeps and flashes.

Indicates that the battery has run out (0% charge level).

Critical Point

Indication of the remaining battery charge indicator ( ) may be slightly different from the real remaining charge rate depending on the operating environment (temperature, number of times that the battery was previously charged and discharged, etc.) because of the characteristic of the battery (lithium ionic battery). When there is 90% or more of the battery capacity remaining in the battery after the AC adapter is disconnected, the battery won’t be charged. Charging the battery starts when its remaining power drops to 89 % or less of the capacity. “1” in the battery mounting indicator means the internal battery.

Battery abnormality indicator

Indicates that the battery can not be charged normally.

Critical Point

When ( ) blinks, turn off the power of the PC unit and reinstall the battery. When the blinking persists, the battery is defective. Replace it with a new battery.

Low Battery State

Here is the explanation on the indication when the battery of this PC enters in low battery status and the countermeasure against it.

Low Battery Status Indication

The remaining battery power indicator blinks in the status indicator LCD.

Critical Point

Alarm sounds when the unit with Windows NT becomes low battery state. However, this

alarm may not be audible if sound volume level is set low.

Alarm sound is not audible if speaker is turned off.

Speaker is turned On/Off by pushing the [F3] key while pressing down the [Fn] key. A sound

like whistle means that the speaker is turned on and silence means that it is turned off.

Countermeasure against Low Battery Status

1 Connect the AC adapter.

The battery is charged with the connection of the AC adapter.

Critical Point

If you continue operating the PC under the low battery status, data might be lost during your

operation while creating or saving it in the worst case. Connect the AC adapter immediately.

And if the AC adapter is not available, save the working data, close the applications in use

and turn off the power of the PC.

The read and write function to the hard disk consumes a lot of power. Use the AC adapter to

save data to the hard disk under low battery status.

If you leave the PC unit under low battery status, it enters suspended status automatically.

However, the unit will not be suspended before the completion of the data read and write

function to hard disk.

Windows 2000 and Windows 98 / Windows Me automatically suspend the PC when the

remaining battery power lowers to 3%. Do not change the following settings in the Alarm tab

in the Power Option Properties dialog box:

•“Activate critical battery alarm when power level reaches”

• The following items in “ Low battery alarm “ dialog box that appears with the click on “Alarm action”.

•“When the alarm goes off, the computer will” in “Stand by”

•“Force standby or shutdown even if a program stops responding”

If those items are checked by clicking, the power is on until the battery is completely exhausted and the working data will not be saved. And this might result in the machine failure of the PC unit.

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Notes on Battery

WARNING

ELECTRIC SHOCK

Always turn off the computer main unit main switch and disconnect the AC adaptor before installing/removing the Built-in battery pack in order to avoid electric shock.

Discharge

• We recommend to charge a battery just before its use because it gradually discharge little by little even though you do not use it after charging.

• Remove the battery and store it in a cool place if you are not going to use this PC for a longer time (about 1 month or more). The battery discharges excessively and it results in the shorter battery life if it is left inside the PC for a longer period.

Battery Life

• The battery is deteriorating even when you do not use the PC unit for a longer period. Use the PC unit with the battery once a month to check the battery condition.

• Because the battery is consumable item, its charging capacity deteriorates after a longer usage.

• When the battery power duration becomes excessively short, it means that the battery life

ends.

Battery Disposal

When you dispose the battery, insulate the battery terminal with tape to avoid electric short and dispose it in the accordance to the local government ordinances and rules.

To Prolong the Battery Life

Use power saving feature.

When the battery operating time becomes shorter

• The battery operating time is effected by the room temperature. Low temperature might result in the shorter battery operating time.

• When you use the battery for a longer time, its recharging capacity deteriorates. Replace with a new one in such a case.

Use the AC adapter in the following cases

• When you use the hard disk, a CD, a super disk frequently.

• When you use LAN and the modem frequently.

• When you set the PC status back to the original condition upon purchase.

Replacing Internal Battery Unit

The replacement of the internal battery unit must be done after saving programs and data to the hard disk or other storage devices. Here is the replacement of the internal battery unit.

WARNING

ELECTRIC SHOCK

Make sure to turn off the power of the PC unit and remove the AC adapter before you replace the battery unit. And do not touch the connectors on the PC and battery units, or it leads to electric shock and machine failure.

1 Turn off the power of the PC unit and remove the AC adapter.

2 Slide upward the cover of the internal

battery unit.

3 Slide the internal battery unit to the

outside.

Battery unit

The internal battery unit is removed from the connector.

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Connector

4 Remove the internal battery unit.

5 Install a new battery unit

Battery unit

Pull up the internal battery unit shown above and remove it.

6 Connect the connector

Slide the battery unit inside and connect the connector while the battery unit cover is kept open.

Battery unit

Install a new battery unit so that the projection on the PC unit and the slit on the battery unit align together.

7 Slide the cover

Lock the cover that was once slid open in Step 2.

Slit

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1. Options

Options

FDD unit (USB)

PC card

USB mouse *1

External display

Printer

Keyboard

Mouse

Numeric keypad

Internal floppy disk drive unit

Memory

Internal CD-ROM drive unit

Internal CD-R/RW drive unit

Internal DVD-ROM drive unit *1

Internal hard disk unit

*1 supported only by Windows 2000 and Windows 98 / Windows Me.

Internal battery unit

Peripherals

Before connecting peripherals, please read the following:

Use the peripherals that conform to ACPI standard

This PC is set to ACPI mode for Windows 2000 and Windows 98 / Windows Me. Power save and other functions may not work correctly if a peripheral does not conform to ACPI mode.

Notes on installation/removal

The installation of the peripheral must be done after the setting up of an operating system except for a PS/2 mouse. The set-up function might not complete correctly if such a peripheral is attached before the operating system set up.

Critical Point

When you connect a peripheral to a connector, make sure that the direction of the connection is correct and connect straight. When you connect more than one peripherals, complete setting for each peripherals before installing others.

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2. PC Cards

Precautions for PC Cards

Make sure the following points in using PC card to avoid failure.

Do not place PC cards in hightemperature locations and locations subject to direct sunlight.

Do not place heavy objects on top of PC cards.

Do not subject PC cards to strong shocks.

Be careful to avoid spilling coffee and other liquids on PC cards.

Avoid rubbing PC cards and building up static electricity.

When storing a PC card, always place it in its special case.

Critical Point

The examples of common PC card are as followings:

• SCSI card It is the PC card required connecting a hard disk, an MO (Magneto Optical disk) drive and other SCSI-standard devices.

• LAN card It is the PC card required connecting PCs to share data and a printer.

A certain PC card does not allow using 2 cards simultaneously. Those cards are seen among LAN card, modem card and other communication cards. Check the document for the PC card.

And some PC card may not be used with this PC unit. This PC unit does not support PC cards that require 12V-power supply.

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Installing PC Cards

PC card is a generic term for business card sized cards which have a program and data memory function or peripheral equipment functions such as a modem or LAN adaptor. This item explains how to install a PC card.

CAUTION

INJURY

When you set a PC card, do not insert your finger into the PC card slot. It may cut your fingertip.

Critical Point

When you use a Windows NT model and Card Executive software, you can set a PC card without shutting down the PC unit. Some PC cards require shutting down regardless of the type of your operating system or require the installation of a device driver. Consult with the documentation of the PC card. In the case of Windows NT, the slot number of a PC card displayed in the property dialog for the PC card is different from that displayed in the status indicator LCD.

1 In the case of Windows NT, turn off the power of the PC unit and remove the AC adapter.

2 Set the PC card.

PC card

Insert the PC card firmly into the PC card slot with the product name of the PC card upward.

3 In the case of Windows NT, attach the AC adapter and turn on the power of PC unit .

4 If you are setting the PC card for the first time, install its driver, if necessary.

Some PC cards require the installation of their driver. Consult with the documentation of the PC card to install the driver. A floppy disk and CD may be necessary for the driver installation.

Critical Point

Do not put anything on the connector that connects the PC card and a cable and handle it carefully, or it results in machine failure.

Removing PC Cards

Here is the explanation on how to remove a PC card in various operating systems.

Critical Point

When you remove a PC card attached with a cable, do not pull the cable connected to the PC card, or it results in machine failure. When you remove a PC card, follow the following procedures, or it results in machine failure. Some PC cards require shutting down when you remove it. Consult with the documentation of the PC card.

Windows 2000

CAUTION

HIGH TEMPERATURE

A PC card may be quite hot right after its usage. Wait for a while before removing a PC card after Step 3, or your fingertip might be burned.

INJURY

When you remove a PC card, do not insert your finger into the PC card slot, or it may cut your fingertip.

1 Click on the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon on task bar.

2 Click “Stop XXXXX”.

3 Click on OK.

5 Pull out the PC card.4 Push PC card eject button.

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PC card eject button

The PC card eject button pops out a little.

PC card

Push down the PC card eject button and pull out the PC card.

PC card eject button

Windows 98

CAUTION

HIGH TEMPERATURE

A PC card may be quite hot right after its usage. Wait for a while before removing a PC card after Step 3, or your fingertip might be burned.

INJURY

When you remove a PC card, do not insert your finger into the PC card slot, or it may cut your fingertip.

1 Click on the PC Card icon on task bar.

Critical Point

Do not remove a PC card by double-clicking the PC Card icon on task bar or by clicking on Stop in the Property of PC Card (PCMCIA) dialog box which appears by the click on the PC Card icon in Control Panel, or it may cause the function of the PC unit unstable.

2 Click on “Stop XXXXXX”.

XXXXX is the name of your PC card. The operation of the PC card stops and the following dialog appears.

Critical Point

Some PC card displays “This device cannot be removed” message. In this case, turn off the power of the PC and proceed to Step 4 for the case of Windows 2000.

3 Click on OK.

Follow Step 4 and 5 for the case of Windows 2000 to remove PC card.

Windows NT

CAUTION

HIGH TEMPERATURE

A PC card may be quite hot right after its usage. Wait for a while before removing a PC card after Step 1, or your fingertip might be burned.

INJURY

When you remove a PC card, do not insert your finger into the PC card slot, or it may cut your fingertip.

Critical Point

When you use a Windows NT model and Card Executive software, you can remove a PC card without shutting down the PC unit.

1 Turn off the power of the PC unit and remove the AC adapter.

2 Remove the PC card.

Follow Step 4 and 5 for the case of Windows 2000 to remove the PC card.

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3. Expansion RAM Modules

You can handle a bigger data by increasing memory capacity. And the processing of the PC becomes faster and stable when you run several applications simultaneously.

Here is the explanation on how to install/remove memory attached to this PC.

WARNING

ELECTRIC SHOCK

Make sure to turn off the power of the PC unit and remove the AC adapter and the battery before installing/removing memory, or you might suffer electric shock.

SWALLOWING

If a small child swallows a cover, cap, screw and other small parts, it may choke him. His parents must be careful to keep those items out of his reach. If he swallowed those parts, consult with a doctor immediately.

WARNING

FAILURE

Hold the edge of memory not to touch its terminal and IC while you install/remove it. And do not touch the parts and terminals inside the PC unit. Fat substance on your fingertip might results in improper contact.

FAILURE

A memory is composed of parts very sensitive to static. It may be destroyed by the static on a human body. Discharge static from your body by touching metal object before handling a memory.

FAILURE

Make sure to turn off the power of the PC unit before installing/removing a memory. If you conduct this work in stand-by or sleep status for Windows 2000 or Windows 98 / Windows Me or suspend or Save to Disk status for Windows NT, data will be lost and the PC unit and the memory might be broken.

IMPORTANT

When you remove screws of this PC unit, use a screwdriver which fit the screw size (M2.5). Other screwdriver might damage the screw head.

Critical Point

Check the Memory Slot item in BIOS setup information to check the memory capacity after installation. The memory capacity is indicated as “64 MB SDRAM” or some similar text. If this PC unit does not start even though the installation is properly done, the memory might be defective. Contact your dealer for help. Do not drop screw inside the PC unit, or it may results in machine failure.

Installing an Expansion RAM Module

1 Turn off the power of the PC unit and remove the AC adapter .

2 Close the liquid crystal display (LCD) and turn the PC unit upside down.

3 Remove the internal battery unit .

4 Remove the cover.

Standard slot (DIMM-1)

Remove the screw on the bottom side of the PC unit and remove the cover.

6 Fit the cover to the computer unit an

fastern it with the screws.

Expansion slot (DIMM-2)

5 Install the expansion RAM module.

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Align the hollow part on the memory and the protrusion of the connector and insert the memory firmly from the above and turn it down until you can hears snap sound.

IMPORTANT

If the memory is not installed properly, “Extension memory error” message may appear or nothing may be displayed when you turn on the PC. In such a case, press down SUS/RES switch for 4 seconds or more to turn off the power and install the memory again. Attach the battery before you turn on the power.

Restore the cover that was once removed in Step 4.

Removing an Expansion RAM Module

It is necessary to remove the installed memory to replace it with a larger memory.

1 Turn off the power of the PC unit and remove the AC adapter.

2 Close the liquid crystal display (LCD) and turn the PC unit upside down.

3 Remove the internal battery unit.

4 Remove the cover.

Remove the screw on the bottom of the PC unit and remove the cover.

6 Fit the cover to the computer unit an

fastern it with the screws.

5 Remove the expansion RAM module.

Pull clips sideways from each side of the memory and remove the memory from the slot.

IMPORTANT

Attach the battery before you turn on the power.

Install the cover that was once removed in Step 4.

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4. Multi-bay Unit

Notes on using the multi-bay unit

Make sure to notice the following points to use the multi-bay unit to avoid machine failure.

An internal hard disk unit, internal CD-ROM drive unit, internal DVD-ROM drive unit and internal CD-R/RW drive unit are very sensitive devices in which a disk is rotating on high speed. Do not carry the PC unit and avoid giving shock or vibration while the disk is accessed, or the unit may be damaged or data may be lost.

Do not store in an extremely hot or cold place or where the temperature changes a lot. Do not put in the place where direct sunlight radiates or near from a heater. Do not store in the place where shock or vibration is expected. Do not use in a humid or dusty place. Do not use in the condition when there is liquid, metal and other unwanted object is contained in

the device. If any object drops in the device, contact with the sales representative or Fujitsu Service Center of our company.

Remove dirt by wiping with a dry soft cloth or by wiping lightly with a soft cloth soaked with water or diluted neutral detergent. Do not use benzine, thinner or other volatile liquid.

Do not dismantle or disassemble the device. Do not use or store in the place that is near from a magnet or a device that generates magnetic

field.

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Replacing multi-bay Unit

Here is the explanation on how to replace the multi-bay unit.

CAUTION

ELECTRIC SHOCK

Make sure to turn off the power of the PC unit and remove the AC adapter before you replace the multi-bay unit, or you may experience electric shock or machine failure.

Windows 2000

Critical Point

If the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon appears on task bar, replace the device in the accordance to the following procedures.

1 Click on the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon on task bar.

2 Click on “Stop XXXXX”.

3 Click on OK.

4 Pull up the multi-bay unit removal

button.

Multi-bay unit removal button

5 Remove the multi-bay unit.

Multi-bay unit removal button

Push the multi-bay unit removal button and remove the unit.

Loading/Ejecting disks

This item explains how to load and eject a disk in/from the CD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM drive mounted in the multi bay.

6 Install a new multi-bay unit.

Multi-bay unit

Insert the unit firmly from the connectorside first.

7 Push down the multi-bay unit removal

button.

Windows 98 / Windows Me and Windows NT

1 Turn off the power of the PC unit and remove the AC adapter.

2 Replace the multi-bay unit.

Follow Step 4 to 7 for the case of Windows 2000 to replace the unit.

Multi-bay unit removal button

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5. CD - ROM Drive

CD - ROMS

Be careful for the following points in the use of a CD to avoid failure.

Do not use a boll-point pen or a pencil on label surface (printed surface) to write letters. And do not attach a label on it.

Do not touch or damage the data surface. Do not vent or put a heavy object on a CD. When a CD accrues dirt or water drop, wipe it with a dry soft cloth from the center to the outer

side (Do not use cleaner or other chemicals). Be careful not to splash coffee and other liquid.

Do not store in a hot or cold place. Do not store in a humid or dusty place.

Loading/Ejecting a CD - ROM

Here is the explanation on how to load/eject a CD ROM.

1 Push the EJECT button. 2 Pull out the tray (1) and set a CD on it (2).

EJECT button

The tray springs out a little.

Inset the CD with its label side to the topside with holding the tray with your hand so that you can hear snap sound from the protrusion in the center of the tray.

3 Push the tray gently.

IMPORTANT

When you set a CD, align the hole of the CD to the protrusion in the center of the tray and inset the CD firmly until you can hear a snap sound, or the CD removes from the tray inside of the drive causing a damage the tray, the inside of the drive and the CD itself.

Critical Point

As the CD drive unit in this PC is electronically locked, you can set/remove a CD only when the PC unit is working. The unit may vibrate and cannot work sufficiently if you use a CD with a sticker or any other medium with wrong centroid. If you cannot push and close the tray completely, pull the tray out until you can hear snap sound and then push it again. The tray may not close when the power of the PC is turned off. In this case, turn on the power and close the tray. Follow the same steps to remove a CD. If you do not install a CD drive unit to the PC unit, enable mute on “Volume control” or other items for CD in the operating system. If the tray does not pop out for some reason even though you push EJECT button, right-click the CD-ROM icon in the My Computer window and click on Eject. If the tray does not pop out through the procedure above, push a hole on the right of EJECT button on the front side of CD drive unit with a ballpoint pen and pull out the tray.

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6. Floppy Disk Drive

Loading/Ejecting a Floppy Disk

Here is the explanation on how to set/remove a floppy disk.

Loading Insert into the floppy disk drive.

Floppy disk eject button

Label

Insert a floppy disk with its label to the topside from the shutter until the floppy disk eject button pops up.

Critical Point

Use a floppy disk formatted in DOS/ V format. There is no guarantee for the function of the other type of floppy disks.

The data on the floppy disk may be damaged if you remove the disk

while ( ) in the status indicator LCD appears. To avoid an intentional erasure of

data on a floppy disk or when you do not want to write additional data, slide the write protection tab on the floppy disk to open up the small hole (write protection status). If you want to write data again, slide the write protection tab to close the small hole.

Ejecting

Floppy disk eject button

Check that the floppy disk unit’s access lamp is out, then press the EJECT button.

Write protector

WRITE

ENABLE

WRITE

PROTECT

What is a Floppy Disk?

A floppy disk is a medium for storing programs or data. This item explains basic knowledge and precautions regarding floppy disks.

Types of floppy disks

If floppy disks are classified according to the amount of data they can store (the memory capacity), typically there are 2 types.

HD mark or no mark

• 2HD floppy disks These have 1.44MB (megabyte: unit of data

amount) and 1.2MB memory capacities.

• 2DD floppy disks These have 720KB (kilobyte) memory ca-

pacities, half of the 2HDs. The differences between the 2 kinds of

floppy disks are shown in the diagram on the right.

3 mode drive

This computer’s floppy disk drive is a 3 mode drive that can read 1.44MB, 1.2MB and 720KB memory capacity floppy disks. Therefore it can read nearly all floppy disks. However, when exchanging data with another computer, you have to be careful if the other computer’s floppy disk drive is not a 3 mode drive. For example, if the other computer can read 1.2MB floppy disks but not 1.44MB floppy disks, you have to enter the data after putting it into 1.2MB format in advance with this computer.

2HD 2DD

Hole or no hole

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Critical Point

Some floppy disks cannot be read by this computer, depending on the floppy disk format.

Precautions on Handling

Take the following precautions when using floppy disks in order to avoid damaging them.

Be careful not to spill liquids such as coffee onto them.

Never touch the surface of the disk.

Do not place them in places with high temperatures or in direct sunlight.

Do not bring them near to magnetic fields.

Do not bend them or place heavy objects on top of them.

Do not stick labels on over each other.

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7. Internal Data Fax Modem

Connection

Some models of this PC series have a built-in V. 90 ready data fax modem and you can enjoy the error-free communication through MNP Class 4/5 and ITU-T V.42/V42 bis. And in the addition to this modem function, they have the capability of sending/receiving facsimile.

CAUTION

ELECTRIC SHOCK

Make sure to turn off the power of the PC unit and remove the AC adapter when you connect a modular cable, or you may experience electric shock.

ELECTRIC SHOCK

When it thunders in the vicinity, turn off the power of the PC unit and remove the AC adapter and a modular cable. If you continue using the PC, the thunder may destroy the PC and cause fire.

NOTICE

ELECTRIC SHOCK

Do not insert your finger into the modular connector, or you may experience electric shock.

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1 Turn off the power of the PC unit and

remove the AC adapter.

2 Connect the modular connector on

the PC unit and telephones line with a modular cable.

Critical Point

Make sure to hold down the clip when you remove the plug from the modular connector, or it may be damaged. We recommend using the AC adapter when you use the modem, as it consumes a lot of power.

Critical Point

When you connect a data fax modem for the modem-model PC (equipped with a built-in nonfax modem), attach a core onto a modular cable to reduce unnecessary radio wave radiation, and insert the plug with the core to the PC unit.

1 Round a cable once immediately after the

modular cable plug.

Core Plug

Make sure not to pinch the cable when you close the core.

2 Close the core.

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8. Using Internal LAN

Connection

Some types of this PC series have a built-in LAN device to enable high-speed connection to LAN system through 100BASE-TX. And the LAN connection through conventional 10BASE-T is also available.

CAUTION

ELECTRIC SHOCK

Make sure to turn off the power of the PC unit and remove the AC adapter when you connect a LAN Cable, or you may experience electric shock.

ELECTRIC SHOCK

When it thunders in the vicinity, turn off the power of the PC unit and remove the AC adapter and a LAN cable, or the thunder may destroy the PC and cause fire.

NOTICE

ELECTRIC SHOCK

Do not insert your finger into LAN connector, or you may experience electric shock.

1 Turn off the power of the PC unit and

remove the AC adapter .

2 Connect the LAN connector on the

PC unit and the network with a LAN cable.

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Critical Point

Make sure to hold down the clip when you remove the plug from the LAN connector, or it may be damaged. We recommend using the AC adapter when you use LAN, as it consumes a lot of power.

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9. Security Panel

A unique feature of your LifeBook Series notebook is the Security Application Panel that allows you to secure your notebook from unauthorised use. The Security Application Panel also allows you to launch applications with a touch of a button when your system is on. If the security system is activated, upon starting your notebook or resuming from suspend mode the security system requires you to enter a password code using the buttons on the 5-button Security Application Panel. After entering a correct password, your notebook resumes system operation.

Security Panel Setup

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

Numbered Buttons

Use these buttons to enter your password. Refer diagram above.

For E Series

Passwords

The user and supervisor password may be set on this 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:

• Pushing “4” by itself

• Pushing “2” and “3” at the same time

• Pushing “1”, “2”, and “4” at the same time

• Pushing “1”, “2”, “3”, and “4” at the same time

The following are valid passwords input

• “1” + Enter

• “1” + “2” + Enter

• “1” + “2” + “3” + Enter

• “1” + “2” + “3” + “4” + Enter

• (“1” + “2”) +(“1” + “2”+“3”)+(“1” + “2” + “3” + “4”)+“1” + “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.

POINT

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

Enter Button

After entering the button strokes, push this button to enter the password into the notebook. Refer diagram above.

Setting Supervisor Password

You must set a supervisor password prior to setting any user passwords. The supervisor password can bypass the user password.

1. Go to the Start menu.

2. Click on Run

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

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

Setting User Password

1. Go to the Start menu.

2. Click on Programs.

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

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

POINT

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

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Operate Your Lifebook Security 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 key to input the user password. Your system would not begin the boot sequence without entering your supervisor user password.

From Off State

1. Turn on your system.

2. When lock indicator display on “Status Indicator Panel LCD” lights up, enter the password and press [Enter]. For example, if the password is 22222, Press Button Number 2 five times and press [Enter].

3. The notebook will boot to normal operation.

From Suspend State

1. Press your Suspend/Resume button.

2. When lock indicator display on “Status Indicator Panel LCD” lights up, enter the password and press [Enter].

3. The notebbok 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 1 minute. If a valid password is entered within a minute (while system beeps), the beeping will stop and the notebook will resume normal operation. If not or invalid password is entered while the system beeps, the system will return to it’s previous locked state (suspend or off) and the Lock indicator display on “Status Indicator Panel LCD” will go off. To reactivate the notebook after a password failure, you must press the Suspend/Resume button, then enter a correct password.

Warning

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.

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

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

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

System Requirements

Operating System

Microsoft Window 98/ Me and Windows 2000

Memory

32MB or more

Hard Drive

2MB or more free space

PRECAUTIONS

Opening and Closing Cover Closing the cover automatically places 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 Operation

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

UNINSTALLING THE SECURITY PANEL APPLICATION

You have two options when uninstalling the security panel application:

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

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

changes to the password.

Uninstall The Security Panel Application With Passwords Still Active Using this feature will not allow any changes to the password.

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POINT

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

User:

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

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

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

4. When the Confirm File Deletion box appears, click Yes.

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 Yes.

Reinstall The Security Application Panel

To reinstall supervisor or user security application. You will need your Drivers and Utilities CD. There is a folder named Secpanel which 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.

3. Supervisor and user passwords can be set by the Windows Software which are FJSECU.EXE and FJSECS.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 Settings Passwords.

Warning

The Lifebook Security Panel is designed to prevent theft or unauthorised access to your Lifebook. It is important that you remember the password that has been set in your Lifebook otherwise the Lifebook will not be able to operate or resume from suspend.

The Lifebook Security Panel is a high security feature. Should you forget the password that you have set, you are required to return your Lifebook to :

Lifebook Security Panel Administrator FUJITSU PC (ASIA) Pte Ltd 238A Thomson Road #24-01/05 Novena Square Tower A Singapore 307684

Note: The authorised Fujitsu Service Center will not be able to reset the password. Please remember to keep your password in a safe place. For reset the security password, there will be a service charge.

Website: www.fujitsu-pc-asia.com\contactus

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 is preinstalled 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 Fujitsu Quick Touch. They include Start Fujitsu Quick Touch, Easy Button, Postman, CD Player, Stop Fujitsu Quick Touch and Readme.

Configuring your Fujitsu Quick Touch

When you start Windows, the Fujitsu Quick Touch 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 Fujitsu Quick Touch is active.

As an application launcher, the Fujitsu Quick Touch is very flexible, giving you a variety of options. To set up the Panel to best suit your needs, we have provided the Easy button configuration that quickly and easily helps you make the most of this valuable feature.

1. Click on Start.

2. Click on Programs.

3. Click on Fujitsu Quick Touch.

4. Click on Easy button.

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The Easy button configuration utility will appear. There are tabs that correspond to the application buttons on the Fujitsu Quick Touch. When you receive your LifeBook, these buttons are preconfigured to launch specific programs, please refer table below:

Label Button Function Default Application 1 Application A Notepad 2 Application B Calculator 3 Internet Internet Explorer 4 E-Mail Outlook Express

Critical Point

The tabs in Easy button configuration may not be in the same order as the buttons on your LifeBook.

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

The Internet tab is different. It comes set to launch your Windows default Internet browser (Internet Explorer), unless you have changed this in Windows. 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.

Critical Point

If your system has dedicated one of the application launcher buttons to be an Internet launcher, the button can still be configured to launch any application you wish, not just an Internet browser.

When you have finished with Easy button configuration click OK, and the new settings will take effect. You can reconfigure your Fujitsu Quick Touch as often as you like.

Deactivating and Activating the Fujitsu Quick Touch

To deactivate the Fujitsu Quick Touch, follow these easy steps:

1. Click on Start.

2. Click on Programs.

3. Click on Fujitsu Quick Touch.

4. Click on Stop Fujitsu Quick Touch.

To reactivate, follow the same procedure, except for step 4. Click on Start Fujitsu Quick Touch instead.

Critical Point

Every time you start Windows the Fujitsu Quick Touch is activated, even if you deactivated it before you shut down.

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Configure your E-mail Launcher Button Application

A unique feature of your Fujitsu LifeBook is the E-mail Launcher Button. This button allows you to launch the E-mail application with the touch of the button.

By using the E-mail button in conjunction with your E-mail button setup, you can connect to your ISP, check for and retrieve new mail, terminate connection and launch you E-mail application to notify that new E-mail has arrived in your mailbox.

In case you use more than one Internet Service Provider, only the specified Internet Service Provider in the E-mail application could be used.

The default setting for the E-mail application is Outlook Express. We have provided the Fujitsu Quick Touch application that quickly and easily helps you make the most of this valuable feature. In order to reconfigure it to launch another E-mail application program follow these easy steps:

1. Click on Start.

2. Click on Programs.

3. Click on Fujitsu Quick Touch.

4. Click on Easy button.

5. Easy button configuration menu will display on the screen.

6. From the Easy button configuration menu, you will see the default setting for the E-mail appli-

cation is set to Outlook Express.

7. If you wish to change the E-mail application, you can click on the Browse or Browse from start

menu and select your E-mail application you wish to launch with this button.

8. Click OK and the button will now launch the new E-mail application.

Configure the E-mail button.

For using the E-mail button, you must have access to a POP3 Server. Contact your service provider to determine if they support POP3. To configure the E-mail button please follow these easy steps:

1. Click on Start.

2. Click on Programs.

3. Click on Fujitsu Quick Touch.

4. Click on Postman.

5. The Postman setting screen will appear.

6. Choose the type of connection: LAN or Dialup.

If LAN : Click on LAN. Enter the POP3 Server name, your account name and password for

that account. Consult your Service provider if you do not know or are unsure of the information requested.

If Dial Up : Click on Dial Up. Choose the Dial up configuration (as previously set in Dial Up

Networking) you wish to retrieve mail from. Enter the POP3 Server name, your account name and password for that account.

7. After all the setting are set correctly, try to do a testing on the connection by clicking the Testing

connection with current setting.

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When you have finished with E-mail button setup, you are ready to retrieve mail. When you press the E-mail button, your system will establish connection with your provider, check for and retrieve new mails, terminate the connection, and launch the mail application.

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10.Mouse

Connecting PS/2 Mouse

You can connect a PS/2 standard mouse to the auxiliary keyboard/mouse connector on this PC.

1 Turn off the power of the PC unit or suspend it.

2 Connect a mouse.

Critical Point

When you connect a PS/2 mouse, the flat point is automatically disabled. If you want to use both of a mouse and the flat point or if you want to set the hot plug function, set up them in “Keyboard/mouse setting” in BIOS set up.

Connect the mouse to the auxiliary keyboard/mouse connector on the back of the PC unit. Make sure that the arrow mark on the connector is on the topside when you connect it.

Connecting USB Mouse

(Supported only by Windows 2000 and Windows 98) / Windows Me

1 Connect a mouse to the USB mouse of this PC.

Critical Point

USB connector

You can connect a USB mouse to the USB connector. Align the connectors and insert it straight.

You can connect and remove a USB mouse while the power of the PC is on. Make sure that you connect the connector straight. The flat point is not disabled even when you connect a USB mouse. You cannot use a USB mouse in MSDOS mode.

Disabling Flat Point

When you connect a USB mouse to this PC, both of the flat point and the USB mouse are enabled. If you want to disable the flat point when you connect a USB mouse, make the following settings:

1 Set “Internal pointing device” item in BIOS setup to “Manual”

2 When Windows 2000 or Windows 98 / Windows Me starts up, push down the [F4] key while

pressing down the [Fn] key.

The flat point is enabled or disabled every time when you push down the key.

IMPORTANT

Make sure to connect a mouse when you disable the flat point.

Critical Point

Even though you disabled the flat point by pushing down the F4 key with pressing down the Fn key, the flat point is enabled after restart or resume operation of the PC. If you set “Internal pointing device” item in BIOS set up to “Always disabled”, the flat point is always disabled. If you set “Internal pointing device” item in BIOS set up to “Always disabled”, the flat point is always disabled.

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Using the Mouse

Moving the Mouse.

Place your hand on the mouse so that your fingers are resting on the left and right buttons and move the mouse by sliding it over your desktop or other smooth surface. The arrow (called the mouse pointer) on the screen moves in the same way as the mouse. Try moving the mouse while watching the screen.

Button operations

• Click

Click

• Double click

Click, click

Press the left mouse button once until it clicks. The action of pressing the right button once firmly enough that it clicks is called a “right click”.

Press the mouse left button two times quickly in a row.

• Pointing

• Dragging

Press

Align the mouse pointer with a menu item. When there is another level for the menu item the cursor is on (when > is displayed at the right of the menu item), that menu level is displayed.

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Release

Move the mouse pointer with the mouse left button held down, then release the button at the desired position.

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11. Wireless Mouse

This chapter explains fundamentals of handling and operation of the wireless mouse with matters that require attention. Before using the wireless mouse, carefully read this chapter so that you’ll have a good knowledge to use this wireless mouse.

Precautions on safety

Strictly observe the following instructions for safe use of the wireless mouse.

Before use, carefully read these safety precautions for using the wireless mouse correctly. After reading this guide, keep it handy for quick reference.

The following symbol with a word WARNING or CAUTION frequently appears in this chapter. Please read carefully and understand it.

WARNING

If an external substance (metallic particle, water, etc.) gets into the wireless mouse, immediately contact the store that you purchased it. Don’t use the mouse with a foreign

substance inside because it may cause breakout of fire or electric shock. If the wireless mouse falls down or the cover is damaged, contact the store that you

purchased. If such the mouse is continuously used as it is damaged, it may cause breakout of fire or electric shock.

Don’t use the wireless mouse in a place where flammable gas is generated to prevent accidental breakout of fire.

Be sure to use the specified batteries only. Use of an unspecified battery may cause damage to the wireless mouse, breakout of fire or electric shock.

CAUTION

Don’t leave the wireless mouse in a place where it is directly exposed to the sun or the temperature is expected to rise extremely, for example, in a car exposed to the scorching

sun, for a long time. Extremely high temperature may cause the cover and other parts of the wireless mouse to be heated, deformed, melted, or to fire because its inside is heated.

Avoid using the wireless mouse in a dusty or humid place. If the wireless mouse gets dust or moisture inside, it may cause failure of the mouse or outbreak of fire.

Don’t put the wireless mouse in a place where it is exposed to steam or soot such as in a kitchen or near a humidifier, because it may cause a fire.

Neither dismantle the wireless mouse nor remove any part from it. If it is done so, it may cause fire or electric shock.

Don’t cover or wrap the wireless mouse with cloth or other thing. If done so, the mouse becomes hot because of poor radiation of heat and it may cause deformation of the cover

and breakout of fire. Use the wireless mouse in a well-ventilated condition. Don’t insert or drop a metallic particle, flammable thing or foreign substance into the

wireless mouse. If there is a foreign substance inside the wireless mouse, it may cause a fire.

Don’t put the wireless mouse on a slant or unstable plane or in a place where it is easily affected by strong vibration. If the mouse falls down, it may cause damage to the mouse or

injury to a person. Don’t give a strong shock or vibration to the wireless mouse, otherwise the mouse may fall

into failure. Don’t clean the wireless mouse with thinner or benzene, or don’t spray insecticide or the

like to it. Such the chemical may cause the mouse to crack or catch fire.

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Preparation and Preliminary knowledge

Loading of batteries

Load the wireless mouse with two AAA-size alkaline batteries referring to the article “Replacing batteries” of this manual.

H-L-OFF switch

Infrared transmission power of this wireless mouse can be switched between low and high with the H-L-OFF switch. Set this switch to the H (High power mode) or L (Low power mode) position taking the operating environment and conditions into consideration. When this mouse is out of use, set this switch to the OFF position for saving battery power.

Operating method

This wireless mouse transmits data on mouse operation to the personal computer on infrared rays. When operating the wireless mouse, point its transmitter part at the photosensor of the personal computer. The operating method of this wireless mouse is the same as the general PS/ 2 mouse. It is recommended to use this wireless mouse within a distance of 1.5 m (High power mode) or

0.5 m (Low power mode) from the personal computer.

Critical Points

The one-touch operation buttons cannot be used in the following cases.

The illustration of a personal computer appearing on this page is just a reference.

The outward appearance slightly differs with the model. Before using this wireless mouse, check the personal computer for the location of the photosensor for the wireless mouse.

OFF

L H

Photosensor for wireless mouse

Wireless mouse

Setup of personal computer and wireless mouse

Setup of personal computer

See Bios section to enable infrared mouse. Ensure that the setup menu is Enabled.

Critical Points

When “enabled” is selected for the item of “Infrared mouse”, the external PS/2 mouse that is connected with the extension keyboard/mouse connector is unusable. Furthermore, set the

item of “Built-in pointing device” of the “Setup of keyboard/mouse” submenu of the “Detailed menu” to “Always enabled”.

Identification of mouse

If multiple wireless mice are used close to each other, it is needed to identify every wireless mouse with an individual identification code to avoid radio interference. For identify a wireless mouse, open the lid of the battery chamber on the bottom of the mouse and set an identification number with the DIP switch (refer to the table below).

For turning on/off each element of the DIP switch, use a pointed stick such as a ball-point pen or the like.

1 2 3

OFF

0 ononon 1 Off on on 3 ononon 4 Off on on 5 ononon 6 Off on on 7 ononon

DIP switch

123

Critical Points

On shipping a wireless mouse from the factory, its identification number is set at “7”. When the identification number of a wireless mouse is changed, turn off the personal

computer once and again turn it on, or suspend the personal computer and resume it to make it recognize the new identification number of the mouse.

The personal computer recognizes the identification code of a wireless mouse when it receives a signal of the identification code for the first time after it is turned on or resumed.

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Replacing batteries

1 Remove the lid of the battery chamber.

3 Set new batteries in the battery chamber.

Pay heed to the polarities (+ and - poles) of each battery so as to set it in correct orientation.

2 Remove the old batteries.

4 Fit the lid of the battery chamber to

the wireless mouse.

CAUTION

Check the orientation (directions of + and - poles) of each battery so that it is correctly set in the battery chamber.

Don’t use a used battery mixedly with a new battery or two new batteries that are different in brand or rating from each other.

When the wireless mouse won’t be used for a long time, remove the batteries to prevent it from trouble such as leak of electrolyte. If electrolyte leaks from the battery, clean the inside

of the battery chamber, particularly metal terminals, and its periphery with soft cloth that is moistened with water once and then tightly squeezed to remove electrolyte, and carefully wipe out moisture with dry soft cloth.

When you get electrolyte on your body, carefully wash it out with water. If electrolyte gets into your eyes or mouth, immediately wash it out with water and consult a doctor as soon as

possible. Be careful not to make a short-circuit between terminals of the battery chamber.

Don’t put any battery in water or fire. Don’t take any battery apart to pieces. Don’t charge the battery of this wireless mouse. Don’t directly solder the battery. Don’t keep batteries in an extreme temperature condition. Don’t give a strong shock to batteries. When disposing used batteries, follow the regulations and directions of the local autonomy

concerned.

For good maintenance

If the ball or roller of the wireless mouse gets dust or soiled, it may cause malfunction of the mouse. Be sure to clean the mouse regularly (once a month or so) according to the following procedure.

1 Remove the mouse ball cover.

Turn the mouse ball cover in the direction of the arrow and remove it.

2 Remove the ball from the mouse.

Lift the mouse with a hand and receive the ball falling down with the other hand. Wash the ball with water and dry it up.

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3 Clean the inside of the mouse.

Wipe down the roller, inside of the ball chamber and cover with dry soft cloth.

Roller

4 Restore the ball and cover to their

original positions.

CAUTION

Don’t leave moisture inside the mouse. Don’t use any organic solvent such as alcohol, benzene, etc. for cleaning.

Caution

Don’t use the wireless mouse pointing it at the infrared communication port of the personal computer to avoid malfunction of the infrared communication port.

If the button of the wireless mouse is held depressed, the battery is depleted in a short time. Don’t put anything on the mouse and don’t leave the mouse upside down. Don’t expose the photosensor of the personal computer directly to the sun or a strong light,

otherwise the personal computer may malfunction or communication distance may be shortened.

Troubleshooting

If the wireless mouse malfunctions, check the following matters. If the trouble still remains in spite of your check and measure, consult with the store that you purchased the computer/mouse.

Symptom

Inoperative

Radio interference

Abnormal mouse

operation

Check point

Are the batteries set correctly?

Is the mouse pointed at the photosensor of the personal computer?

Is there anything obstructive between the mouse and photosensor of the personal computer?

Is the mouse operated in the receiving range of the photosensor of the personal computer?

Are the multiple wireless mice identified by their individual identification codes?

The batteries are depleted, aren’t they?

The ball or roller of the mouse gets dust or soiled, doesn’t it?

Measures

Set the batteries correctly (in correct orientation).

Point the transmitter of the mouse at the photosensor.

Remove the obstruction, if there is.

Relocate the personal computer or mouse in the receiving/ transmitting range of the photosensor/mouse.

Identify the respective mice by individual identification codes.

Replace the batteries with new ones.

Clean the inside of the mouse.

Specifications

Item Transmission system Service life of battery

(alkaline battery)

(in Low Power mode)

Operable range

6 months approximately (under operating conditions:

8-hours/day, 5-days/week, net operating rate of mouse

(condition not in use: power off,

temperature 20 degree centigrade)

H: Distance - within 1.5 m, angle - right

L: Distance - within 0.5 m, angle - right and left +45

up 45 degrees , down 15 degrees

Description

Infrared transmission

= 10 %)

and left 0 degree,

Up and down 0 degree

degrees and - 45 degrees ,

CAUTION

This wireless mouse falls under the class B information processor conforming to the VCCI (Voluntary Control Conference Against Jamming Caused by Information Processor)

standard. This wireless mouse is designed to be used in the standard home environment, however, if it is used near a radio or TV set, it may cause radio interference. Use this wireless mouse correctly following the instructions of this user’s guide.

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1. When This Happens

When you are having trouble with this computer, there is something you think is strange, or there is something you want to do, but do not know how. This section is divided into related items.

The power does not come on.

Checkpoint

Is the AC adaptor connected?

Is the main switch switched on?

Is the battery charged?

Has the computer been left unused for a long time?

Nothing displayed on the LCD panel

Checkpoint

Is anything displayed on the status indicator LCD?

Is displayed on the LCD panel?

When using this computer for the first time after purchase, the battery is not yet charged, so you must connect the AC adaptor and switch on the main switch.

If the main switch is not switched on, the power will not come on even if the SUS/RES switch is pressed.

If a beep is heard when the main switch is turned on, then the battery is running low (LOW BATTERY). Connect the AC adaptor.

When using the computer for the first time after leaving it unused for a long time, connect the AC adaptor and switch on the main switch to switch on the power.

Connect the AC adaptor and switch on the main switch.

• Displayed Adjust the brightness and darkness with the brightness and contrast controls.

• Flashing Press the SUS/RES switch to put the computer into operating mode.

• When the icon is off on the status indicator LCD. When the computer runs by the battery power, check the battery status if it is sufficiently charged for operation or not. If it is not charged, connect the AC adaptor and charge it. If you are already using this computer with the AC adaptor connected, check that it is correctly plugged into the power socket and into the computer.

Cause and Solution

Checkpoint

Have you been pressing any of the keys?

Is it set to output to the CRT?

LCD panel hard to read.

Checkpoint

Did you adjust the brightness?

Battery is not charged.

Checkpoint

Is the AC adaptor connected?

Is the battery overheated (The on the LCD

display flashes.)? Is the computer too cold

(The on the LCD display flashes.)?

Was the charging stopped midway?

Cause and Solution

On this computer, if the power management functions are set and no key is pressed for a certain period of time, the CPU stops and the LCD panel backlight goes out. (In this state, pressing any key lights up the backlight again.) If the computer stops too frequently, change the BIOS setup settings.

Switch over to the LCD display with the [Fn] + [F10] keys.

Cause and Solution

Adjust the luminance of the LCD’s backlight with the [Fn] + [F6] keys or [Fn] + [F7] keys on the keyboard.

Cause and Solution

Check that the AC adaptor is correctly plugged into the power socket and into the computer.

If the ambient temperature is high and the battery temperature becomes too high during use, the battery protection function may be triggered to stop the charging.

If the battery temperature falls too low, the battery protection function may be triggered to stop the charging.

If you use the computer and disconnect the AC adaptor between the start of charging and the time the LCD turns off, the battery will not become fully charged, Once you start charging do not remove the AC adapter until the LCD turns off.

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The remaining battery charge indicator does not stop flashing.

Checkpoint

Is the battery connected correctly?

Is the battery low?

Check that the battery is connected correctly. If it is connected correctly, there is an abnormality in the battery pack, so replace the battery pack.

Attach the AC adaptor and charge the battery.

Cause and Solution

Floppy disk or LS-120 disk can not be used.

Checkpoint

Is the floppy disk loaded into the floppy disk drive correctly?

Is the floppy disk formatted?

Is the floppy disk unit securely installed?

Are both items of “Floppy disk A” and “Floppy controller” of the BIOS Setup menu set properly?

Is “Administrator only” selected for the item “Floppy disk access” of the BIOS Setup menu?

Is the floppy disk write inhibited?

Does it work with a different floppy disk?

No sound or minimal sound from speaker.

Checkpoint

Is the volume control correctly adjusted?

Insert the floppy disk with its label facing up, into the drive shutter and keep inserting firmly until you hear a clicking sound.

New floppy disks can not be used until they are formatted (initialized). Format the floppy disk.

Firmly install the floppy disk drive unit, port replicater or LS-120 disk unit.

In the case a floppy disk is used, select “1.44/1.2MB 3.5” for the item “Floppy disk A” and “Use” for the item “Floppy controller”.

In the case a floppy disk is used, select “Accessible at any time” for this item. When a super disk is used, accessibility cannot be controlled by this item.

Set the write protect tab on the floppy disk to the write enable position.

If it works with a different floppy disk then the problem floppy disk may be damaged.

Turn the volume control to adjust the volume to a proper level. If volume adjustment with the volume control results in failure, check to see if the sound driver is correctly installed.

Cause and Solution

Can not record from Mic or Line In jack.

Checkpoint

Is the volume adjusted properly?

LCD panel does not close.

Checkpoint

Is something caught in the LCD panel?

Turn the volume control to obtain the correct volume. If the line jack is connected to the sound source, then check that connection. If recording still results in failure after the above-mentioned operation and check, activate the item “Recording” of the “Volume Control” and again adjust the volume with it.

Forcing the LCD panel closed can damage it. Check for something caught in the LCD panel. Also, a metal object such as a paper clip can cause a breakdown if it gets caught in between the keys.

Cause and Solution

The power management function is not executed.

Checkpoint

Is Power Savings set to off in the BIOS setup?

Message displayed on screen.

See the message list.

Data cannot be read from the CD-ROM drive.

Checkpoint Is the CD-ROM correctly set? Is there any dirt, condensation

or water on the CD-ROM? Is the CD-ROM scratched or

extremely warped? Are you using a non-standard

CD-ROM? Is the CD-ROM drive unit

securely installed?

The CD cannot be ejected from the CD-ROM.

Checkpoint Is it in operating mode?

Reset the BIOS setup.

Set the CD-ROM correctly with its label facing upwards. Wipe it from the center outwards with a dry, soft cloth.

Replace the CD-ROM.

Use a CD-ROM which conforms to the standards.

Securely install the CD-ROM drive unit.

The CD can only be ejected when the personal computer main unit is in operating mode because its CD- ROM drive has an electronic lock. Check that the personal computer main unit is in operating mode and press the EJECT button. If for some reason the CD tray does not come out even when you press the EJECT button, insert a clip or something into the hole to the right of the EJECT button and pull the tray out. If the tray doesn’t still come out, click the CD-ROM icon in the “My Computer” window with the right button of the mouse and then click “EJECT”.

Cause and Solution

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Cause and Solution

Super disk cannot be ejected.

Checkpoint Is the computer in operation?

Cause and Solution

Since the super disk drive secures the super disk by the electronic lock, the disk can be ejected only when the computer is in the operation status. If the super disk cannot be ejected for some reason, insert a thin linear wire such as a straightened paper clip or the like into the emergency disk ejecting hole and push it into the depth. The disk will be resultingly ejected from the drive.

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2. Care and Maintenance

If you use your Fujitsu 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 LifeBook Notebook

• Your Lifebook notebook is a durable but sensitive electronic device. Treat it with care.

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

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

• Keep it away from food and beverages.

• If you accidentally spill liquid on your 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.

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

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

• Avoid exposure to sand, dust and other environmental hazards.

• 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.

• Do not put heavy or sharp objects on the computer.

• 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.

• Do not drop your LifeBook notebook.

• Do not touch the screen with any sharp objects.

Cleaning your LifeBook Notebook

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

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

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

Storing your LifeBook Notebook

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

• 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.

• Store your LifeBook notebook in a cool, dry location. Temperatures should remain between 25°C (13°F) and 60°C (140°F).

Travelling with your LifeBook Notebook

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

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

• Always bring your System Recovery CD that came with your LifeBook notebook when you travel. If you experience system software problems while travelling you may need it to correct any problems.

• Never put your LifeBook notebook through a metal detector. Have your notebook hand-inspected by security personnel. You can, however, put your LifeBook 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.

Outlet type Location

United States, Canada, parts of Latin America, Japan, Korea,

the Philippines, Taiwan

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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

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

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

BATTERIES

Caring for your Batteries

• Always handle batteries carefully.

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

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

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

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

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

Increasing Battery Life

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

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

• Keep brightness to the lowest level comfortable.

• Set the power management for maximum battery life.

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

• Limit your DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM access.

• Disable the Windows CD automatic insertion function.

• Always use fully charged batteries.

• Eject PCMCIA cards when not in use.

FLOPPY DISKS AND DRIVES

Caring for your Floppy Disks

• Avoid using the floppy disks in damp and dusty locations.

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

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

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

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

Caring for your Floppy Disk Drive

• 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.

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

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

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

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

• Never disassemble or dismantle your floppy disk drive.

DVD/CD-RW/CDs

Caring for your DVD/CD-RW/CDs

• DVD/CD-RW/CDs are precision devices and will function reliably if given reasonable care.

• Always store your DVD/CD-RW/CDs in its case when it is not in use.

• Always handle DVD/CD-RW/CDs by the edges and avoid touching the surface.

• Avoid storing any DVD/CD-RW/CDs in extreme temperatures.

• Do not bend DVD/CD-RW/CDs or set heavy objects on them.

• Do not spill liquids on DVD/CD-RW/CDs.

• Do not scratch DVD/CD-RW/CDs.

• Do not put a label on DVD/CD-RW/CDs.

• Do not get dust on DVD/CD-RW/CDs.

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

• If a DVD/CD-RW/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/CD-RW/CDs.

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

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Caring for your DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Drive

Your DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM drive is durable but you must treat it with care. Please pay attention to the following points:

• 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.

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

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

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

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

• Do not disassemble or dismantle the DVD/CD-RW/D-ROM drive.

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:

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

• Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or excessive heat.

• Keep the cards dry.

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

• Do not force cards into the slot.

• Avoid dropping cards, or subjecting them to excessive vibration.

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3. Glossary

AC Adapter

A device which converts the AC voltage from a wall outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your notebook.

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.

APM

Advanced Power Management.

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 notebook.

BIOS

Basic Input-Output System. A program and set of default parameters stored in ROM which tests and operates your 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.

Bus

An electrical circuit which passes data between the CPU and the sub-assemblies inside your notebook.

Byte

8 bits of parallel binary information.

Cache Memory

A block of memory built into the micro-processor which ins much faster to access than your system RAM and used in specially structured ways to make your overall data handling tine faster.

CardBus

A faster, 32-bit version of the PC Card interface which offers performance similar to the 32-bit PCI architecture.

CD-ROM

Compact disc read only memory. This is a form of digital data storage which is read optically with a laser rather than a magnetic head. A typical CD-ROM can contain about 600MB of data and is not subject to be crashing into the surface and destroying the data when there is a failure nor to wear from reading.

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CMOS RAM

Complementary metal oxide semiconductor random access memory. This is a technology for manufacturing random access memory which requies very low level power to operate.

COMM Port

Abbreviation for communication port. This is your serial interface connection.

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 make 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.

DIMM

Dual-in-line memory module.

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 power-time life for its size and is not subject to the memory effect as Nickel Cadmium batteries.

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 notebook CPU.

MHz

Megahertz.

MIDI

Musical Instrument Digital Interface. A standard communication protocol for exchange of information 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 form 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.

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 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 or equipment which performs a specific function associated with but not integral to a computer. Examples: a printer, a mode, a CD-ROM.

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Pitch (keyboard)

The distance between the centers of the letter keys of a keyboard.

Pixel

The smallest element of a display, a dot of color on your display screen. The more pixels screen. The more pixels per area the clearer your image will appear.

POST

Power On Self Test. A program which part of the BIOS which checks the configuration and operating condition of your hardware whenever power is applied to your 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.

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 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 transfer 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.

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 from required by a specific brand and model of device in order to produce the desired results from that particular equipment.

ECP

Extended Capability Port. A set of standards for high speed data communication and interconnection between electronic devices.

ESD

Electro-Static Discharge. The sudden discharge of electricity form 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 form 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 = 47 in decimal.

I/O

Input/Output. Data entering and leaving your notebook in electronic form.

I/O Port

The connector and associated control circuits for data entering and leaving your 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.

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.

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Fujitsu LifeBook E6656 User's Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual