Fujitsu LifeBook I4187, LifeBook I4190 User Manual

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The DVD player found in some models of the LifeBook incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights users. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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FPC58-0424-01

B5FH-2021-01EN-00

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

according to FCC Part 15

Responsible Party Name: Fujitsu PC Corporation Address: 5200 Patrick Henry Drive

Telephone: (408) 982-9500 Declares that product: Model Configurations:

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

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

interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Santa Clara, CA 95054

LifeBook i-4187 LifeBook i-4190

Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

LifeBook i Series

CAUTION

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Fujitsu PC Corporation could void this user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC NOTICES Notice to Users of Radios and Television

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

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

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

Notice to Users of the US Telephone Network

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

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

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

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

4. The FCC Registration Number.

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

The REN is used to determine the number of devices that you may connect to your telephone line and still have all of those devices ring when your number is

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

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

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

Your telephone company will probably ask you to disconnect this equipment from the telephone network until the problem is corrected and you are sure that the equipment is not malfunctioning. This equipment may not be used on coin-operated telephones provided by your telephone company. Connection to party lines is subject to state tariffs. Contact your state’s public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for more information.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Workstations for the hearing impaired.

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Hotel, motel or apartment lobbies.

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Stores where telephones are used by patrons to order merchandise.

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

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

DOC (INDUSTRY CANADA) NOTICES Notice to Users of Radios and Television

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

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

Notice to Users of the Canadian Telephone Network

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

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

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

The connecting arrangement code for this equipment is CA11A.

The Load Number assigned to each telephone terminal device denotes the percentage of the total load to be connected to a telephone loop or circuit which is used by the device to prevent overloading. The termination on a loop may consist of any combination of devices such that the total of the load numbers of all devices does not exceed 100.

CAUTION

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

Avis Aux Utilisateurs Du Réseau Téléphonique Canadien

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

La série LifeBook

e possède un modem interne conforme aux normes de certification d’Industrie Canada pour protéger les réseaux de télécommunications et satisfaire aux normes de sécurité. Avant de connecter cet équipement à une ligne téléphonique, l’utilisateur doit vérifier s’il est permis de connecter cet équipement aux installations de télécommunications locales. L’utilisateur est averti que même la conformité aux normes de certification ne peut dans certains cas empêcher la dégradation du service.

Les réparations de l’équipement de télécommunications doivent être eVectuées par un service de maintenance agréé au Canada. Toute réparation ou modification, qui n’est pas expressément approuvée par Fujitsu PC Corporation, ou toute défaillance de l’équipement peut entraîner la compagnie de télécommunications à exiger que l’utilisateur déconnecte l’équipement de la ligne téléphonique.

Le code d’arrangement de connexion de cet équipement est CA11A.

Le numéro de charge assigné à chaque terminal téléphonique indique le pourcentage de la charge totale pouvant être connecté à une boucle ou à un circuit téléphonique, utilisé par ce périphérique afin de prévenir toute surcharge. La terminaison d’une boucle peut être constituée de n’importe quelle combinaison de périphériques de sorte que le total de numéros de charge de tous les périphériques n’excède pas 100.

AVERTISSEMENT

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

LifeBook i Series

UL Notice

This unit requires an AC adapter to operate. Use only UL Listed Class 2 Adapters with an output rating of 16 Vdc, with a current of 3.36 A.

AC Adapter output polarity:

The modem-to-telephone network connection must be a line cord using a minimum #26 AWG wire.

For Authorized Repair Technicians Only

CAUTION

For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with the same type and rating fuse.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if Lithium (clock) battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instruction.

Fujitsu i Series LifeBook

Table of Contents

PREFACE

Preface

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

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

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

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LIFEBOOK

Overview

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

Locating the Controls and Connectors

Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Left-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Right-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Back Panel Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Keyboard

Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Windows Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Cursor Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Function Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Volume Control

Controlling the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Setting the Hardware Volume Control . . . . . . . . 18

Touchpad Pointing Device

Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Double-Clicking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Dragging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Scrolling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Touchpad Control Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

LifeBook Application Panel

Selector Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Application Launch Media Player Buttons . . . . . 21

Configuring your LifeBook Application Panel . . . 21

Using the Media Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Desktop Control Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Status Indicator Panel

Power Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

AC Adapter Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Battery Level Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Battery Charging Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Media Player Access Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Hard Drive Access Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Floppy Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

PC Card Access Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

NumLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

CapsLock Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

ScrLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

GETTING STARTED

Power Sources

Connecting the Power Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Display Panel

Opening the Display Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Adjusting Display Panel Brightness. . . . . . . . . . . 28

Closing the Display Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

LifeBook i Series

Starting Your LifeBook

Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Boot Sequence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Booting the System with

Windows 98 Second Edition or Me. . . . . . . . . . 30

Registering Your LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Power Management

Suspend/Resume/Power On Button. . . . . . . . . . 32

Suspend Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) Feature . . . . . . . . . . 32

Standby Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Display Timeout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Hard Disk Timeout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Windows 98 Second Edition

or Me Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Restarting the System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

USER-INSTALLABLE FEATURES

PC Cards

Installing PC Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Removing PC Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Memory Upgrade Module

Installing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . . 47

Removing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . 47

Checking the Computer Recognition

of New Memory Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Device Ports

Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Universal Serial Bus Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Microphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Stereo Line-In Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Optical Digital Audio-Out Connector. . . . . . . . . 49

S-Video Out Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Headphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

External Monitor Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

TROUBLESHOOTING

Lithium ion Battery

Recharging the Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Replacing the Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

External USB Floppy Disk Drive

Loading a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Ejecting a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Preparing a Disk for Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Media Player Drive

Media Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Loading a DVD, CD, CD-R,

or CD-RW (“Media”). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Removing Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Using the Media Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Using DolbyTM Headphone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Using the Media Player on Battery Power . . . . .42

Auto Insert Notification Function . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

MiniDisc Recorder

Connecting an Optical Digital Cable. . . . . . . . . .44

Troubleshooting

Identifying the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Specific Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Troubleshooting Table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Power On Self Test Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Emergency Media Player Tray Release . . . . . . . . 64

Modem Result Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Driver and Applications Restore CD . . . . . . . . . . 64

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Care and Maintenance

Fujitsu LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Floppy Disks and Drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Media Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Table of Contents

SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications

Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Microprocessor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Mass Storage Device Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Integrated Pointing Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

LifeBook Application Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Theft Prevention Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Device Ports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Dimensions and Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Pre-Installed Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

GLOSSARY

Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

LifeBook i Series

Preface

LifeBook i Series

Preface

ABOUT THIS GUIDE

The LifeBook™ i Series from Fujitsu PC Corporation is a powerful notebook computer. It is powered by an Intel® Celeron™ microprocessor, has a built-in color display, and brings the computing power of desktop personal computers (PCs) to a portable environment.

This manual explains how to operate your Fujitsu LifeBook’s hardware and built-in system software.

Your LifeBook comes with Microsoft® Windows® 98 Second Edition or Millennium Edition (Me) preinstalled.

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

Conventions Used in the Guide

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

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

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

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

FUJITSU PC CONTACT INFORMATION

Service and Support

You can contact Fujitsu Service and Support in the following ways:

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

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Fax: 1-901-259-5700

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E-mail: 8fujitsu@fujitsupc.com

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

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

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Product name

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Product configuration number

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Product serial number

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Purchase date

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Conditions under which the problem occurred

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Any error messages that have occurred

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Hardware configuration

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Type of device connected, if any

Fujitsu On-line

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

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

POINT

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

CAUTION

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

WARNING

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

POINT

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

WARRANTY

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

LifeBook i Series – Section One

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

LifeBook i Series – Section Two

Figure 2-1 Fujitsu i Series LifeBook

Overview

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

Overview

UNPACKING

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

For a Pre-configured model you should have:

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LifeBook i Series from Fujitsu (Figure 2-1)

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Lithium ion battery, pre-installed

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

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Phone/Modem (RJ-11) telephone cable

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Driver and Application Restore CD

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Getting Started Guide

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User’s Guide

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First Cabin Registration card and envelope

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International Limited Warranty Brochure

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Getting Started with Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition or Microsoft Me Manual

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

POINT

Detailed specifications about your LifeBook can be found in the chapter entitled “Specifications” on page 75.

Figure 2-2 AC Adapter

LifeBook i Series – Section Two

Display Panel

TouchPad

Scroll Button

LifeBook Application Panel

Stereo Speakers

Media Player Eject Button

Display Panel Latch

Status Indicator Panel

Suspend/Resume/ Power On Button

Closed Cover Switch

Emergency Media Player Tray Release

Figure 2-3 LifeBook with display open

Locating the Controls and Connectors

TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTS

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

Display Panel Latch

The display panel latch locks and releases the display panel.

Display Panel

The display panel is a color LCD panel with back lighting for the display of text and graphics. (See Display

Panel on page 28 for more information.)

LifeBook Application Panel

The LifeBook Application Panel allows you to either launch your favorite applications by the touch of a

Media Player

Keyboard

button or to use as a media player when your unit is on.

(See LifeBook Application Panel on page 21 for more information.)

Status Indicator Panel

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

Status Indicator Panel on page 14 for more information.)

Suspend/Resume/Power On Button

The Suspend/Resume/Power On button allows you to suspend LifeBook activity without powering off, resume your LifeBook from suspend mode, and power on your LifeBook when it has been shut down from Windows 98 Second Edition or Me. (See Suspend/Resume/Power On

Button on page 32 for more information.)

Stereo Speakers

The built-in dual speakers allow for stereo sound.

Closed Cover Switch

The closed cover switch turns off the LCD back lighting when the display panel is closed.

Keyboard

A full-size keyboard with dedicated Windows keys. (See Keyboard on page 16 for more information.)

Touchpad Pointing Device

The Touchpad pointing device is a mouse-like cursor control with three buttons (left, right, and scroll buttons). (See Touchpad Pointing Device on page 19 for

more information.)

POINTS

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The media player that your LifeBook uses is determined by the configuration of your system.

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The terms “media” and “media disc” in this document refer to any of the possible media drives or media discs available for your LifeBook (i.e., DVD, CD-ROM, CD-R, or CD-RW).

Media Player

The media player allows you to play back a media disc.

(See Media Player Drive on page 40 for more information.)

Locating the Controls and Connectors

Media Player Eject Button

The Media Player Eject Button allows you to open the media player tray to remove or install a DVD, CD-R, or CD-ROM. (See Media Player Drive on page 40 for more

information.)

Emergency Media Player Tray Release

The Emergency Media Player Tray Release allows you to open the media player tray without powering on your LifeBook.

LifeBook i Series – Section Two

Air Flow Vent

PC Card Slot

PC Card Eject Buttons

Figure 2-4 LifeBook left-side panel

LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS

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

PC Card Slots

The PC Card Slots allow you to install two Type II PC Cards or one Type III PC Card. (See PC Cards on

page 45 for more information.)

Air Flow Vent

The air flow vent helps your LifeBook maintain a proper temperature.

Locating the Controls and Connectors

Headphone Jack

Volume Control

Figure 2-5 LifeBook right-side panel

RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS

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

Headphone Jack

The headphone jack allows you to connect headphones or powered external speakers. (See Headphone Jack on

page 50 for more information.)

Stereo Line-in Jack

The stereo line-in jack allows you to connect an external audio source. (See Stereo Line-In Jack on page 49 for more

information.)

Microphone Jack

Stereo Line-in Jack and Optical Digital

Audio-Out SPDIF

USB Port

Cooling Fan

Optical Digital Audio-Out

The optical digital audio-out jack allows you to download digital audio onto a MiniDisc recorder’s SPDIF (Sony Philips Digital Interface) format. (See Optical

Digital Audio-Out Connector on page 49 for more information.)

Microphone Jack

The microphone jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone. (See Microphone Jack on page 49 for

more information.)

Volume Control

The volume control provides manual control of the sound level of all audio output. (See Volume Control on

page 18 for more information.)

USB Port

The USB port allows you to connect Universal Serial Bus devices. (See Universal Serial Bus Port on page 49 for more

information.)

Cooling Fan

The cooling fan helps your LifeBook maintain a proper temperature.

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Anti-Theft Lock Slot

USB Port

RJ-11 Modem Jack

Reset Switch

Figure 2-6 LifeBook back panel

BACK PANEL COMPONENTS

The following is a brief description of your LifeBook’s back panel components.

S-Video Port

The S-Video output is used to transmit the S-Video signal. The S-Video port is used to connect to a compatible TV or VCR.(See S-Video Out Port on page 50 for

more information.)

S-Video Port

External Monitor Port

DC Power Jack

WARNING

The internal modem is not intended for use with Digital PBX systems. Do not connect the internal modem to a Digital PBX as it may cause serious damage to the internal modem or your entire LifeBook. Consult your PBX manufacturer’s documentation for details. Some hotels have Digital PBX systems. Be sure to find out BEFORE you connect your modem.

External Monitor Port

The external monitor port allows you to connect an external monitor. (See External Monitor Port on page 50

for more information.)

Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack

The Modem (RJ-11) telephone jack is for attaching a telephone line to the internal 56K modem. (See Modem

(RJ-11) Telephone Jack on page 49 for more information.)

CAUTION

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

CAUTION

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

USB Port

The USB port allows you to connect Universal Serial Bus devices. (See Universal Serial Bus Port on page 49 for more

information.)

Anti-theft Lock Slot

The anti-theft lock slot allows you to attach an optional physical lock-down device.

DC Power Jack

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

Reset Switch

The Reset Switch allows you to reboot the system in the event it gets hung up and cannot be exited using a software exit. Inserting a small device such as an opened paper clip into the Reset Switch hole will cause the system to reboot.

Expansion RAM Slot

Locating the Controls and Connectors

Figure 2-7 LifeBook bottom panel

Certificate of Authenticity Label (approximate location)

Main Unit and Configuration Label

Lithium ion Battery Bay

BOTTOM COMPONENTS

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

Main Unit and Configuration Label

The configuration label shows the model number and other information about your LifeBook. In addition, the configuration portion of the label has the serial number and manufacturer information that you will need to give your support representative. It identifies the exact version of various components of your LifeBook. (See

Configuration Label on page 75 for more information.)

Lithium ion Battery Bay

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

(See Lithium ion Battery on page 37 for more information.)

Expansion RAM Slot

The expansion RAM slot allows you to add optional memory upgrades. (See Installing a Memory Upgrade Module on page 47 for more information.)

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Battery Charging

Power

AC Adapter

Battery Identifier

Battery Level

Media Player Access

Hard Drive Access

Figure 2-8 Status Indicator Panel

Status Indicator Panel

The Status Indicator displays symbols that correspond with a specific component of your Fujitsu LifeBook. These symbols tell you how each of those components are operating. (Figure 2-8)

POWER INDICATOR

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

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

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

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

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

Floppy Drive Access

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On: This means that either of the adapters are

PC Card Access

NumLk

ScrLk

CapsLk

currently in use.

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

BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR

The Battery Level indicator states whether or not the primary Lithium ion battery is installed. In addition, this symbol states how much charge is available within the battery. The symbol will only be displayed for a battery that is currently installed in your LifeBook.

(Figure 2-9)

76%–100% Charging

76%–100%

51%–75%

26%–50%

11%–25%

Low Warning <11%

Critical Low or Dead Battery

AC ADAPTER INDICATOR

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

Shorted Battery

Figure 2-9 Battery Level Indicator

CAUTION

A shorted battery is damaged and must be replaced.

(Figure 2-9)

Status Indicator Panel

POINT

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

BATTERY CHARGING INDICATOR

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

CAUTION

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

MEDIA PLAYER ACCESS INDICATOR

The Media Player Access indicator tells you that the media player drive is being accessed. If the Auto Insert Notification function is active, the indicator will flash periodically when your system is checking the media player drive. If the Auto Insert Notification function is not active, the indicator will only flash when you access the media player drive. The default setting is the Auto Insert Notification function active.

(See Auto Insert Notification Function on page 42 for more information)

NUMLK INDICATOR

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

POINT

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

CAPSLOCK INDICATOR

The CapsLock indicator states that your keyboard is set to type in all capital letters.

SCRLK INDICATOR

The ScrLk indicator states that your scroll lock is active.

HARD DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR

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

FLOPPY DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR

The Floppy Drive Access indicator states whether the external floppy disk drive is being accessed. This indicator will flash if your software tries to access a disk even if no floppy disk drive is installed. (See External USB

Floppy Disk Drive on page 39 for more information)

PC CARD ACCESS INDICATORS

The PC Card Access indicators state whether or not your LifeBook is accessing a PC Card. The indicators will flash if your software tries to access a PC Card even if there is no card installed. The first indicator represents the builtin PC card slot; the second indicates when a modular PC Card slot is installed. (See PC Cards on page 45 for more

information)

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Function Keys

Fn Key

Start Key

Numeric Keypad

Figure 2-10 Keyboard

Keyboard

USING THE KEYBOARD

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

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Numeric keypad

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Cursor keys

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Function keys

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Windows keys

NUMERIC KEYPAD

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

Start Key

Application Key

Cursor Keys

POINT

WINDOWS KEYS

Your LifeBook has three Windows keys, consisting of two Start keys and an Application key. The two Start keys display the Start menu. This button functions the same as your on-screen Start menu button. The Application key functions the same as your right mouse button and displays shortcut menus for the selected item. (Please refer to your Windows documentation for additional information regarding the Windows keys.)

CURSOR KEYS

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

FUNCTION KEYS

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

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

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[FN+F4}: Pressing [F4] while holding down [FN] allows you to toggle between an internal mouse (touchpad) and an external mouse (PS/2-type).

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

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

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

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

Keyboard

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Volume Control

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

CAUTION

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

CONTROLLING THE VOLUME

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

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

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

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

SETTING THE HARDWARE VOLUME CONTROL

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

2. Turn the volume control knob to the left to decrease the volume. (See figure 2-5 on page 11 for location)

Touchpad

Left Button

Scroll Button

Right Button

Touchpad Pointing Device

Figure 2-11 Touchpad pointing device

Touchpad Pointing Device

The Touchpad pointing device comes built into your Fujitsu LifeBook. It is used to control the movement of the pointer to select items on your display panel. The Touchpad is composed of a cursor control, a left and right button, and a scrolling button. The cursor control works the same way a mouse does, and moves the cursor around the display. It only requires light pressure with the tip of your finger. The left and right buttons function the same as mouse buttons. The actual functionality of the buttons may vary depending on the application that is being used. The scrolling button allows you to navigate quickly through pages, without having to use the scroll bars. (Figure 2-11)

POINT

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An external mouse can be connected to the USB port on your LifeBook, and used simultaneously with the Touchpad. However, if you boot the system with an external mouse connected, the Touchpad will be disabled or enabled depending on the specifications in your BIOS settings.

Setup Utility on page 29 for more information)

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To toggle between the internal mouse and an external mouse, press [F4] while holding down the [FN] button.

(See BIOS

CLICKING

Clicking means pushing and releasing a button. To left-click, move the cursor to the item you wish to select, press the left button once, and then immediately release it. To right-click, move the mouse cursor to the item you wish to select, press the right button once, and then immediately release it. You also have the option to perform the clicking operation by tapping lightly on the Touchpad once. (Figure 2-12)

Figure 2-12 Clicking

DOUBLE-CLICKING

Double-clicking means pushing and releasing the left button twice in rapid succession. This procedure does not function with the right button. To double-click, move the cursor to the item you wish to select, press the left button twice, and then immediately release it. You also have the option to perform the double-click

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operation by tapping lightly on the Touchpad twice.

(Figure 2-13)

Figure 2-13 Double-clicking

POINTS

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f the interval between clicks is too long, the

double-click will not be executed.

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

DRAGGING

Dragging means pressing and holding the left button, while moving the cursor. To drag, move the cursor to the item you wish to move. Press and hold the left button while moving the item to its new location and then release it. Dragging can also be done using the Touchpad. First, tap the Touchpad twice over the item you wish to move making sure to leave your finger on the pad after the final tap. Next, move the object to its new location by moving your finger across the Touchpad, and then release your finger. (Figure 2-14)

reached the desired section of the page, release the button. (Figure 2-15)

Figure 2-15 Scrolling

TOUCHPAD CONTROL ADJUSTMENT

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

Figure 2-14 Dragging

SCROLLING

Using the Scrolling button allows you to navigate through a document quickly without using the window’s scroll bars. This is particularly useful when you are navigating through on-line pages. To use the Scrolling button, press the crescent shape at the top or bottom of the button to scroll up or down a page. When you have

LifeBook Application Panel

Selector Switch

Application Launcher buttons

Figure 2-16 LifeBook Application Launcher Buttons

LifeBook Application Panel

A unique feature of your Fujitsu LifeBook is the LifeBook Application Panel. This panel allows you to operate the media player drive as an independent audio media player or launch applications with the touch of one button.

POINTS

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LifeBook Application Panel uses the date and time settings of your LifeBook. If the date and time are incorrect, you can adjust this setting in the Windows Control Panel.

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The media player that your LifeBook uses is determined by the configuration of your system.

Your LifeBook is pre-installed with software utilities that let you operate and configure your LifeBook Application Panel. These utilities are found under the Start menu, under Programs, then under LifeBook Application Panel. They include a Media Player, Application Panel Setup, Application Panel Guide, Activate Panel and Deactivate Panel. The LifeBook Application Panel system makes your LifeBook more than just another notebook computer.

The panel consists of the following elements:

SELECTOR SWITCH

Located at the far left of the panel, this switch allows you to select the function of the panel—either as an Application Launcher, a Media Player, or as a lock. Set the switch to the middle position when the Application Launcher buttons are not being used.

APPLICATION LAUNCH MEDIA PLAYER BUTTONS

When the selector switch is in the Application position, pressing any of the buttons will launch a user-defined application. When the selector switch is in the Media Player position, the buttons operate the media player, and when the selector switch is in the Lock position, the buttons are disabled and do nothing when pressed.

CONFIGURING YOUR LIFEBOOK APPLICATION PANEL

When you start Windows 98 Second Edition or Me, the LifeBook Application Panel is automatically activated. An icon resembling a finger pressing a button will appear on the system tray (the indented portion of the status bar where the clock is displayed). When you see this icon you will know that the LifeBook Application Panel is active.

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

To configure your LifeBook Application Panel with Application Panel Setup:

1. Click on Start.

2. Click on Programs.

3. Click on LifeBook Application Panel.

4. Click on Application Panel Setup.

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

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specific programs. (See Specifications on page 75 for more information) .

POINT

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

To change an application associated with one of the buttons, click on the tab for the button you would like to reconfigure. Click on Browse from the 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.

One of the buttons may be preconfigured to launch your Windows 98 Second Edition or Me default Internet browser. In order to reconfigure it to launch a different 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 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 98 Second Edition or Me 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.

At the bottom of each application setup page are two selectable options. The first will enable/disable the button when your LifeBook is in Standby mode, and the second will enable/disable the button when your LifeBook is in the pseudo-off state. You can enable/disable either or both of these functions simply by clicking on the option.

POINT

If you choose to have the buttons work when the LifeBook is in standby, they will function even if hit accidentally, and will turn on your LifeBook even if you are not present or using your LifeBook. This could deplete your battery, and you will need to recharge it before using the LifeBook. As a precaution, move the selector switch to the Lock position when you are away from your LifeBook.

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

USING THE MEDIA PLAYER

The media player enables you to use your LifeBook’s media player drive as an audio media player in stand-by mode or in suspend mode. As long as the power switch is on, the media player will function.

POINTS

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If you shut down from Windows while the media player is playing an audio CD, it will stop.

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You cannot go into Suspend Mode or Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) Mode while the Media Player is playing a CD.

There is no configuration required for media player operation. The buttons are pre-configured to work like a normal media player. When the selector switch is in the bottom position, the buttons will operate as follows:

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Stop/Eject: This is the first button to the right of the Selector switch. If you press it once, it will stop an audio CD that is playing. If you press it twice, it will eject the audio CD.

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Play/Pause: This is the second button to the right of the Selector switch. Press this button to start playing an audio CD starting at Track 1. While the audio CD is playing, press it to pause. Press it again to continue.

POINTS

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If you press the play button and nothing happens, you either have the Selector switch set to the Application or Lock position, there is no audio CD in the media player drive, or you have a CD other than an audio CD in the drive.

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Because of the Windows CD auto-insertion function, audio CDs will start playing immediately after they are inserted if your LifeBook is On. This will not happen if you are using the Media Player in Suspend or Pseudo-off modes.

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Fast Backward: This is the third button to the right of the Selector switch. Press this button once to skip one track back.

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Fast Forward: This is the fourth button to the right of the Selector switch. Press this button once to skip forward one track.

LifeBook Application Panel

DESKTOP CONTROL PANEL

Your LifeBook includes a desktop control panel for your LifeBook’s desktop that you can use at any time. You may use this panel to operate the media player when you have the Selector switch in the Application or Lock position.

To use the desktop control panel:

1. Click on Start.

2. Click on Programs.

3. Click on Lifebook Application Panel.

4. Click on Display CD Player.

The desktop control panel will appear in the upper right corner of your screen. To close the panel:

1. Click on the “x” button.

To minimize the panel:

2. Click on the “-” button.

You can select from four appearances for your desktop control panel. Simply double click on the track display area of the panel, and a menu will appear which will allow you to select from a pull down menu. On the same pop-up are two other options: “Always on top” and “Continuous Play”. If you click on “Always on top” the desktop controls will always be seen on your screen, no matter what other application you are running. If you click on “Continuous Play”, your Media Player will automatically start over at the beginning of the CD in the drive as soon as it finishes the last track.

You can move the desktop control panel to anywhere on your desktop. Drag it by clicking on the track number display, holding it down, and dragging the control panel. When you place it where you would like, release the mouse button.

Deactivating and Activating the LifeBook Application Panel

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

1. Click on Start.

2. Click on Programs.

3. Click on LifeBook Application Panel.

4. Click on Deactivate Panel.

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

POINT

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

Me,

Application Panel Setup

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If you insert an audio CD which has both audio and data tracks into the media player drive, the Media Player may fail to play the first audio track.

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The Volume Up, Volume Down and Mute controls for the media player desktop control panel adjusts the volume of the CD audio line only. It does not adjust your LifeBook’s master software volume control or the manual volume on the LifeBook.

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The media player desktop control panel is designed to be displayed in High Color (16-bit) or in True Color (24-bit or more). If you have your LifeBook’s display set for 256 colors or less Media Player will display in a “basic” mode.

POINT

If you have your display set to 256 colors, the basic display will appear no matter which one you select. You will need to set your display colors to more than 256 in order to select other display appearances.

POINT

When you close the Media Player’s desktop control panel, it will stop the audio Media Player. Simply press the Play button if you would like to continue listening, and the Media Player will restart at track 1. The Selector switch must be in the Media Player position.

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Getting Started

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DC Output Cable

AC Cable

Figure 3-1 Connecting the AC Adapter

Power Sources

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

CONNECTING THE POWER ADAPTERS

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

Power Sources

DC Power Jack

AC Adapter

CAUTION

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

Connecting the AC Adapter

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

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

Connecting the Optional Auto/Airline Adapter

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Display Panel Latch

Figure 3-2 Opening the Display Panel

Display Panel

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

OPENING THE DISPLAY PANEL

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

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

ADJUSTING DISPLAY PANEL BRIGHTNESS

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

Keyboard

Adjusting the brightness using the keyboard changes the setting only temporarily.

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

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

POINT

If using AC power, your brightness setting is set to its highest level by default. If using battery power, your brightness settings is set to approximately mid-level by default.

Power Management Utility

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

1. Double-click the Power Management Utility icon in the lower right corner of your display. This will open the BatteryAid Properties dialog box.

2. Select the Fujitsu BatteryAid (2/2) tab and adjust your LCD Backlighting to the desired level.

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

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

POINT

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

CLOSING THE DISPLAY PANEL

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

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

Starting Your LifeBook

POWER ON

Suspend/Resume/Power On Button

The suspend/resume/power on switch is used to turn on your LifeBook from its off state. Once you have connected your AC adapter or charged the internal Lithium ion battery, you can power on your LifeBook.

(See figure 2-3 on page 8 for location)

CAUTION

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

To turn on your LifeBook from its off state, press the suspend/resume/on button, located adjacent to the status indicator panel. When you are done working you can either leave your LifeBook in Suspend mode, (See Suspend Mode on page 32 for more information), or you can turn it off. (See Power Off on page 34 for more infor-

mation)

CAUTION

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

When you power on your LifeBook, it will perform a Power On Self Test (POST) to check the internal parts and configuration for correct functionality. If a fault is found, your LifeBook will emit an audio warning and/or an error message will be displayed. (See Power On Self Test Messages on page 62 for more information) Depending on the nature of the problem, you may be able to continue by starting the operating system or by entering the BIOS setup utility and revising the settings.

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

CAUTION

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

(See Power On Self Test Messages on page 62 for

time.

more information)

BOOT SEQUENCE

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

The boot sequence is executed when:

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You turn on the power to your LifeBook.

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

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

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

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

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

The BIOS Setup Utility configures:

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

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System Data Security feature parameters, such as passwords.

Entering the BIOS Setup Utility

To enter the BIOS Setup Utility do the following:

1. Turn on or restart your LifeBook.

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

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

BIOS Guide

A guide to your LifeBook’s BIOS is available online. Please visit our service and support Web site at www.fujitsupc.com. Once there, click on the Self Help Center link, and select your LifeBook series from the

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pull-down menu. Once you have done that, select BIOS Guides from the pull-down menu, then select the BIOS guide for your LifeBook model.

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

BOOTING THE SYSTEM WITH WINDOWS 98 SECOND EDITION OR

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

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

Designed to accommodate the needs of many users, in many different countries, Windows 98 Second Edition or Me needs to be configured the first time you use them. Windows 98 Second Edition and Me have three parts:

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

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

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

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

Getting Started

Read the instructions on the screens carefully and fill in the information as directed. You will be asked for such items as the language you wish to use, the country in which you live, your first and last name, and about how you dial out from where you will be using your LifeBook. For the modem settings, enter your current location information where you will be using your

LifeBook. If you are not connected to a phone line and plan to register at a later time, you may click the Skip button, and you will go directly to the condition of use page.

Once you have set up your LifeBook to dial out, Windows 98 Second Edition or Me will make a free telephone call to test the settings. If the call is unsuccessful, you will be returned to the phone settings page where you may try to fix them. If you are unable to fix the settings please contact Fujitsu PC Service and Support.

(See Fujitsu PC Contact Information on page 3 for more information) If you would simply like to move on, and

Registration

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

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

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

Final Settings

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

POINTS

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

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

REGISTERING YOUR LIFEBOOK

What are the benefits of registering?

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

How do I register?

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

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

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

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Fax to 1-800-511-9989

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

You may also register on our Web site:

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www.fujitsupc.com/support

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

Starting Your LifeBook

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Power Management

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

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

SUSPEND/RESUME/POWER ON BUTTON

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

If your LifeBook is suspended, pushing the Suspend/ Resume/Power On button will return your LifeBook to active operation. You can tell whether or not your system is in Suspend mode by looking at the Power indicator. (See Status Indicator Panel on page 14 for more information) If the indicator is visible and not flashing, your LifeBook is fully operational. If the indicator is both visible and flashing, your LifeBook is in Suspend mode. If the indicator is not visible at all, the power is off or your LifeBook is in Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) mode. (See Hibernation Feature)

SUSPEND MODE

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

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

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Selecting Standby from the Windows Shut Down menu.

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Timing out from lack of activity.

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Allowing the battery to reach the Dead Battery Warning condition.

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

CAUTION

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

HIBERNATION (SAVE-TO-DISK) FEATURE

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

Enable or Disable the Hibernation Feature

The default settings are not enabled. To enable or disable the Hibernation feature, follow these steps:

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

2. From the Control Panel, select Power Options.

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

Using the Hibernation Feature

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

2. From the Control Panel, select Power Options.

3. Select the Advanced tab. Select Hibernate from the pull down menu for Power buttons.

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

Power Management

CAUTION

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

POINTS

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

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

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

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Windows 98 only:

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

Hibernation (Save-to-Disk)

STANDBY MODE

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

DISPLAY TIMEOUT

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

on page 29 for more information)

HARD DISK TIMEOUT

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

BIOS Setup Utility on page 29 for more information)

WINDOWS 98 SECOND EDITION OR ME POWER MANAGEMENT

The Power Management icon located in the Windows 98 Second Edition or Me Control Panel allows you to configure some of the power management settings. For example, you can use the Power Management to set the timeout values for turning off the display and hard disks whether you are running the LifeBook on battery power or one of the adapters. (See Pre-Installed Software on page 76 for more information) The settings may also be changed in the BIOS. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 29

for more information)

RESTARTING THE SYSTEM

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

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

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

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

CAUTION

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

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POWER OFF

Before turning off the power by choosing Shut Down from the Windows 98 Second Edition or Me Start menu, check that the Hard Drive, media player drive, PC Card and Floppy Disk Drive Access indicators are all Off. (See figure 2-8 on page 14) If you turn off the power while accessing a disk or PC Card there is a risk of data loss. To assure that your LifeBook shuts down without error, use the Windows shut down procedure.

CAUTION

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

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

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

2. Select the Shut Down option from within the

Windows Shut Down dialog box.

3. Click OK to shutdown your LifeBook.

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

User-Installable Features

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Lithium ion Battery

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

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

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

page 15 for more information)

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

CAUTION

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

CAUTION

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

located on the Status Indicator panel. The indicator changes as the battery level changes.

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

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

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

(See Power Management on page 32 for more information on Suspend mode and shutdown procedure)

CAUTION

Using heavy current devices such as a Modem or frequent media player accesses may prevent charging completely.

Low Battery State

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

CAUTION

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

RECHARGING THE BATTERIES

If you want to know the condition of the primary Lithium ion battery, check the Battery Level indicator

CAUTION

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

CAUTION

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

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

Shorted Batteries

The Status Indicator panel uses a symbol inside the battery outline of the Battery Level indicator to display the operating level available in that battery. (See figure 2- 9 on page 14) If this display shows a Shorted Battery, it means that the battery is damaged and must be replaced so it does not damage any other parts of your LifeBook.

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Figure 4-1 Replacing the Battery

REPLACING THE BATTERY

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

1. Have a charged battery ready to install.

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

3. Press the battery release latch while lifting the battery.

4. Remove the battery from the bay.

5. Slide the new battery into the bay. The pins will automatically align with the connector.

6. Press the battery down until the battery release latch snaps into place.

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

CAUTION

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

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

External USB Floppy Disk Drive

Your LifeBook has an external USB floppy disk drive which can read and write information on removable

1.44MB and 720KB floppy disks.

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Your LifeBook is preconfigured to boot from a USB floppy drive. Reference the BIOS manual for further information on changing the default boot drive.

LOADING A DISK

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

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

(Figure 4-2)

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

External USB Floppy Disk Drive

Eject Button

CAUTION

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

PREPARING A DISK FOR USE

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

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

Write Enabled

POINT

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

EJECTING A DISK

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

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

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

3. Remove the disk.

Write Protected

Figure 4-3 Floppy Disk Write Protect

CAUTION

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

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Media Holder Tray

Media Player Eject Button

Figure 4-4 Media Player Drive

Media Player Drive

Your Fujitsu LifeBook contains a media player drive which is either DVD player or a CD-RW player. A DVD player gives you access to movie, software, and audio DVD/CDs. A CD-RW player allows you to access software or audio CDs, and to write data onto recordable CDs.

MEDIA PLAYER SOFTWARE

DVD Model only: With the media player drive and Media Player software you can play DVD movies on your LifeBook. The media player includes controls which allow you to take full advantage of the features of a DVD movie, as well as standard features such as fast forward, fast reverse, pause, etc. CD-RW Model only: With the media player drive, you can read audio CDs, and write data onto a recordable CD-R or CD-RW disc.

If you should need to install your Media Player software, refer to the applicable readme file on the Driver Applications CD-ROM.

CAUTION

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

LOADING A DVD, CD, CD-R, OR CD-RW (“MEDIA”)

To load a disc into your media player drive, follow these steps:

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

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

CAUTION

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

POINT

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

CAUTION

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

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

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

POINT

If you have disabled the Auto Insert Notification Function, you will have to start the drive from your desktop, since your LifeBook will not automatically recognize that media has been loaded.

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Figure 4-5 Loading/Ejecting Media

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(d)

REMOVING MEDIA

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

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

3. Carefully remove the media disc from the holder tray.

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

USING THE MEDIA PLAYER SOFTWARE

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Depending upon its configuration, your system may not have the media player software preinstalled. If it is not installed, reference the documentation that accompanies the media application.

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

Video DVD Readme.

Starting a DVD Movie (DVD Models only)

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

2. From the Start menu, select Programs, then select

InterVideo WINDVD and click InterVideo WINDVD or double-click on the InterVideo WINDVD icon on the desktop. This will launch

the DVD movie.

Media Player Drive

3. Click OK to close the About DVD Player

Performance dialog box and the movie will begin.

Opening the Media Player Control Panel

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

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

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

Using the Media Player Control Panel

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

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

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

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

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

Exiting the Media Player

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

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

USING DOLBY

HEADPHONE

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

USING THE MEDIA PLAYER ON BATTERY POWER

Since media player drives consume a lot of power, your overall battery life will be shorter when operating the media player drive continuously (such as watching a DVD movie) than during standard operation. Many movies run-times are longer than your LifeBook can support on a single battery. If you are watching a DVD movie on battery power you may need to swap in an additional, charged battery or attach AC power during the movie to view it in its entirety.

CAUTION

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

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

2. Start watching your DVD movie.

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

CAUTION

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

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

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

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

7. Continue watching your DVD movie.

POINT

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

AUTO INSERT NOTIFICATION FUNCTION

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

POINT

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

To Watch a Movie on Battery Power:

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

Disabling Auto Insert Notification Function

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

1. Save all data and close all open applications.

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

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

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

Media Player Drive

5. Click on the

to the left of the CD player drive icon.

The treeview will expand to show the media player drive manufacturer’s name and model number.

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

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

8. Click OK.

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

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

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MiniDisc Recorder

Your LifeBook has an Optical Digital Audio Out Port to which you can connect an optional MiniDisc recorder. The optical digital audio out port is located on the right-

hand side of your LifeBook.

CAUTION

The optical digital port emits a bright light; do not stare into the optical digital port, or you could cause damage to your eyes.

POINT

MiniDisc recorder operation is dependent upon the individual vendor’s instructions. Be sure to thoroughly review any documentation that comes with your player before using your device.

CONNECTING AN OPTICAL DIGITAL CABLE

To connect a minidisc recorder, install the cable as illustrated. Install the connector with the long plug into the player, as instructed in the vendor’s user instructions. Connect the other end of the optical digital cable to the Optical Digital Audio Out port on your LifeBook. The Optical Digital Audio Out port is the middle round port on the right-hand side of your LifeBook.

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Figure 4-6 Connecting Optical Digital Cable

PC Card Slot

PC Card

Figure 4-7 Installing/Removing PC Cards

PC Cards

Eject Button

PC Cards

Your Fujitsu LifeBook supports Type I, Type II and Type III PC Cards, which can perform a variety of functions depending on which type of PC Card you install. You can install one or two PC Cards at a time, depending on its type. Type I and Type II PC Cards can be installed together, while Type III PC Cards must be installed alone.

Some available PC Cards:

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Fax/data modem cards (Type II).

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Local area network (LAN) cards (Type II).

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IDE solid-state disk cards (Type II).

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SCSI cards (Type II).

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ATA cards (Type III).

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

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

INSTALLING PC CARDS

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

WARNING

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

WARNING

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

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

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

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

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

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

REMOVING PC CARDS

To remove a PC Card(s), follow these easy steps:

1. See your PC Card manual for specific instructions on removing your card. Some PC Cards may require your LifeBook to be in Suspend Mode or Off while removing them.

CAUTION

Windows has a shutdown procedure for PC Cards that must be followed before removing a card. (Please review your operating system manual for the correct procedure)

POINT

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

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

3. Firmly press the button again until it is flush with the LifeBook. This will eject the card slightly out of the slot allowing you to remove the card.

CAUTION

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

Memory Upgrade Module

Your Fujitsu LifeBook comes with 64MB of high speed Synchronous Dynamic RAM (SDRAM) factory installed. To increase your LifeBook’s memory capacity, you may install an additional memory upgrade module. The memory upgrade must be a dual-in-line (DIMM) SDRAM module.

CAUTION

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

INSTALLING A MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE

To install a memory upgrade module follow these steps:

WARNING

You must turn off power before installing the memory upgrade module.

CAUTION

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

4. Align the connector edge of the memory upgrade module, chip side up, with the connector slot in the compartment. (Figure 4-9)

5. Insert the memory upgrade module at a 45

angle

and press it firmly onto the connector.

6. Press the memory upgrade module down into the

compartment until it locks underneath the retaining clip. You will hear a click when it is properly in place.

7. Replace the cover over the memory tray and reinstall

the screw.

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

2. Turn your LifeBook face down on a clean work surface.

3. Using a Phillips head screwdriver, remove the screw securing the RAM Expansion cover. Remove the cover. (Figure 4-8)

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Figure 4-8 Opening the Memory Upgrade Compartment

Figure 4-9 Adding Memory to the LifeBook

POINT

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

REMOVING A MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE

1. Perform steps 1 through 3 of Installing a Memory Upgrade Module.

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

(Figure 4-10)

3. While holding the clips out, remove the module from the slot by lifting it up and pulling towards the back of your LifeBook.

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Info menu screen. The chart below shows you the possible displays that can be shown on the main menu screen.

POINT

If the total memory displayed is incorrect, check that your memory upgrade module is properly installed. (If the module is properly installed and the capacity is still not correctly recognized, see the Troubleshooting section starting on page 65)

Installed Displayed

Figure 4-10 Removing a Memory Upgrade Module

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

5. Replace the cover by following step 7 of Installing a Memory Upgrade Module.

POINT

After changing your memory module configuration, you must complete the Resetting the Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) Parameters procedure in order for the Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) mode to operate properly on your LifeBook.

(See Hibernation (Save-to-Disk)

Feature on page 32 for more information)

CHECKING THE COMPUTER RECOGNITION OF NEW MEMORY CAPACITY

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

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

On Board

64MB 64MB 64MB 64MB

Slot 1

0 32MB 64MB

128MB

Total RAM

Installed

64MB

96MB 128MB 192MB

System

Memory

640K 640K 640K 640K

Extended

Memory

63MB

95MB 127MB 191MB

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

2. Allow the system to start booting and press the F2 key once the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. This will open the main menu of the BIOS setup with the current settings displayed. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 29 for more information) Use the right arrow key to select Info in the BIOS Setup menu.

The System Memory and the Extended Memory capacity, as detected by your LifeBook during the Power On Self Test (POST), are displayed at the bottom of the

Device Ports

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

MODEM (RJ-11) TELEPHONE JACK

The modem (RJ-11) telephone jack is used for an internal modem. To connect the telephone cable follow these easy steps: (See figure 2-6 on page 12 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

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

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

WARNING

CAUTION

Device Ports

CAUTION

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

MICROPHONE JACK

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

figure 2-5 on page 11 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

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

STEREO LINE-IN JACK

The stereo line-in jack allows you to connect an external audio source to your LifeBook, such as an audio cassette player. Your audio device must be equipped with a 1/8" (3.5 mm) stereo mini-plug in order to fit into the stereo line-in jack of your LifeBook. In order to connect a external audio source follow these easy steps: (See

figure 2-5 on page 11 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

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

POINT

The stereo line-in jack will not support an external microphone.

CAUTION

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

UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS PORT

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

figure 2-6 on page 12 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

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

CAUTION

Turn down the audio volume when connecting electronic devices to the line-in jack. The internal speakers might break if unexpected large sounds are inputted.

OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO-OUT CONNECTOR

The optical digital audio-out connector allows you to download digital audio to MiniDisc recorders. It uses SPDIF (Sony Philips Digital Interface) format. Please use the following setting when using the digital audio-out connector. (See figure 2-5 on page 11 for location)

1. Click on Start, Settings and then click on Control Panel.

2. Select Yamaha Ds-XG Audio Configuration.

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3. Click on the SPDIF tab and click ON (Digital Sources Only). If you don’t see this setting, the optical digital is always on by default.

WARNING

Do not look into the connector. There is a beam coming out from the SPDIF connector, so do not look into the connector when inserting the cable.

POINTS

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The frequency of the digital sound output from the SPDIF output connector is fixed to 48KHz. If a sampling rate convertor is not installed in your connecting digital electronic device (e.g., MD player), recording is not possible. Please see the user manuals for the electronic devices for further details.

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The sound recorded through connecting a digital electronic device (e.g., MD player) to the SPDIF output connector cannot be used as digital output. All output data from the SPDIF output connector has copyright protection information included.

CAUTION

Please be careful, as there are several types of cables for connecting a digital electronic device (e.g. MD player) to the digital audio-out connector, depending on the connector type. The connector on your computer is a Optical Mini Plug (3.5mm diameter mini plug)

POINT

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

EXTERNAL MONITOR PORT

The external monitor port allows you to connect an external monitor. In order to connect an external monitor follow these easy steps: (See figure 2-6 on page 12 for loca-

tion)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

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

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

CAUTION

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

S-VIDEO OUT PORT

The S-Video port allows you to connect and use directly any S-Video device, such as a VCR or television. The S-Video standard provides for a higher quality picture than NTSC or PAL. In order to connect an S-Video device, follow these easy steps: (See figure 2-6 on page 12

for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

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

HEADPHONE JACK

The headphone jack allows you to connect headphones or powered external speakers to your LifeBook. Your headphones or speakers must be equipped with a 1/8" (3.5 mm) stereo mini-plug. In order to connect headphones or speakers follow these easy steps: (See figure 2-

5 on page 11 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

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

Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

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

IDENTIFYING THE PROBLEM

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

1. Turn off your LifeBook.

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

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

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

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

6. Go through the boot sequence.

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

POINT

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

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

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Product name

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Product configuration number

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Product serial number

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Purchase date

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Conditions under which the problem occurred

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Any error messages that have occurred

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Hardware configuration

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Type of device connected, if any

See the Configuration Label on the bottom of your LifeBook for configuration and serial numbers. (See

figure 2-7 on page 13 for location)

SPECIFIC PROBLEMS

Using PC-Doctor

PC-Doctor is a diagnostic program by PC-Doctor.com, Inc., which comes pre-installed on your LifeBook. If you are an experienced computer user you may find it useful, however, it is intended primarily to help your Fujitsu support representative better serve you.

Using the Troubleshooting Table

When you have problems with your LifeBook, try to find the symptoms under the Problem column of the troubleshooting table for the feature giving you difficulty. You will find a description of common causes for that symptom under the column Possible Cause and what, if anything, you can do to correct the condition under Possible Solutions. All possible causes or solutions may not apply to your LifeBook.

CAUTION

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

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

Toll free: 1-800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487) Fax: 1-901-259-5700 E-mail: 8fujitsu@fujitsupc.com Web site: http://www.fujitsupc.com.

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TROUBLE SHOOT ING TABL E

Problem Page

Audio Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 54

Media Player Drive Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 54

Floppy Disk Drive Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 55

Hard Drive Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 55

Keyboard or Mouse Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 55

Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 56

Modem Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 56

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

Audio Problems

Problem Page

USB Device Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 56

PC Card Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 57

Power Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 57

Shutdown and Startup Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . page 59

Video Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 60

Miscellaneous Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 61

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

Media Player Drive Problems

LifeBook fails to recognize media discs.

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

The software volume control is set too low.

Headphones are plugged into your LifeBook.

BIOS audio settings are incorrect.

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

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

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

BIOS Setup Utility on page 29 for more information)

Software driver is not configured correctly.

The disc is not pushed down onto raised center circle of the

Refer to your application and operating system documentation for help.

Open media player tray and re-install the media disc properly.

drive.

Media player tray is not latched shut.

Setup utility is set to something other than Media Player or Auto for the Secondary

Push on the front of the media player tray until it latches.

Revise BIOS settings for the Secondary Master Controller. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 29 for

more information)

Master Controller.

Wrong drive designator was used for Media Player in the application.

Verify the drive designator used by the application is the same as the one used by the operating system. When the operating system is booted from a media player, drive designations are automatically adjusted.

Windows Media Player auto insert notification function is disabled.

Start the Media Player from the desktop or application software or re-enable the Windows Media Player auto insert notification function. (See Auto

Insert Notification Function on page 42 for more information)

Media disc is dirty or defective. Wipe the disc with a non-abrasive CD cleaning cloth

and reinsert. It if still will not work try another media disc in the drive.

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

The Media Player Access indicator on the Status Indicator Panel blinks at regular intervals when no disc is in the tray or the media player drive is not installed.

The LifeBook fails to AutoPlay a DVD movie.

Floppy Disk Drive Problems

You cannot access your floppy disk.

The Windows Media Player auto insert notification function is active and is checking to see if a media disc is ready to run.

The Media Player software has not been installed.

You tried to write to a write protected floppy disk.

Floppy disk is not loaded correctly.

BIOS setup utility states

Diskette Controller: Disabled.

The floppy disk drive may not be properly installed.

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

page 42 for more information)

Locate and install the DVD-ROM Applications CD.

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

External USB Floppy Disk Drive on page 39 for more information)

Eject floppy disk, check orientation and re-insert.

(See External USB Floppy Disk Drive on page 39 for more information)

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

on page 29 for more information)

Remove and re-install your floppy disk drive.

Hard Drive Problems

You cannot access your hard drive.

Keyboard or Mouse Problems

The built-in keyboard does not seem to work.

Security is set to protect access to floppy disk data.

The setup utility is incorrectly set for your internal (Primary Master) or optional second hard drive (Primary Slave).

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

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

The LifeBook has gone into Suspend mode.

Your application has locked out your keyboard.

Verify your password and security settings.

Revise BIOS settings to set both Primary Master and Primary Slave correctly. (See BIOS Setup Utility

on page 29 for more information)

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

Verify your password and security settings.

Push the Suspend/Resume button.

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

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

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

Your external device is not properly installed.

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

Re-install your device. (See Device Ports on page 49

for more information)

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

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

Memory Problems

You r Po w er On sc re en , or Main menu of the BIOS setup utility information, does not show the correct amount of installed memory.

Modem Problems

Messages about modem operation.

USB Device Problems

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

Your operating system software is not setup with

Check your device and operating system

documentation and activate the proper driver. the correct software driver for that device.

Your system has crashed. Try to restart your LifeBook. If that fails, turn off the

power using the power switch, wait at least 10

seconds, and then power on.

Your memory upgrade module is not properly installed.

Remove and re-install your memory upgrade

module. (See Memory Upgrade Module on page 47

for more information)

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

(See Power On Self Test Messages on page 62 for more

information)

Messages about modem operation are generated

See your application software documentation for

additional information. by whichever modem application is in use.

The device is not properly installed.

The device may have been

Remove and re-install the device. (See Device Ports

on page 49 for more information)

Close the application and restart your LifeBook. installed while an application was running, so your LifeBook is not aware of its installation.

You r s o ftw are may no t h a ve the correct software driver

See your software documentation and activate the

correct driver. active.

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

PC Card Problems

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

The card is not properly installed.

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

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

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

Troubleshooting

Remove and re-install the card. (See PC Cards on

page 45 for more information)

Close the application and restart your LifeBook.

See your software documentation and activate the

correct driver.

See your PC Card documentation to determine

the required I/O address. Change the settings in

the BIOS. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 29 for

more information)

Power Failures

You turn on your LifeBook and nothing seems to happen.

Power Failures

You turn on your LifeBook and nothing seems to happen (continued).

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

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

Check all I/O addresses located within the BIOS

setup utility and any other installed hardware or

software to make sure there are no duplications.

Check the Status Indicator Panel to determine the

presence and condition of the batteries. (See Status

Indicator Panel on page 14 for more information)

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

The primary battery is installed but is faulty.

Use the Status Indicator panel to verify the presence

and condition of the batteries. (See Status Indicator

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

indicating a short, remove that battery and operate

from another power source or replace that battery.

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

presence and condition of the batteries. (See Status

Indicator Panel on page 14 for more information) Use

a Power adapter to operate until a battery is charged

or install a charged battery.

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

Verify that your adapter is connected correctly. (See

Power Sources on page 27 for more information)

in properly.

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

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

Move the AC cord to a different outlet, check for

a line switch or tripped circuit breaker for the AC

outlet. If you are using an auto/airline adapter in

a car make sure the ignition switch is in the On or

Accessories position.

Your LifeBook turns off all by itself.

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

Power switch is not in the On position.

Try a different Power adapter or install a charged

optional second battery.

Slide your power switch firmly to the Off position,

pause 10 seconds or more and then firmly to the

On position.

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

Press any button on the keyboard, or move the

mouse to restore operation. If that fails, push the

Suspend/Resume button. Check your power

management settings, or close your applications

and go to the Power Savings menu of the setup

utility to adjust the timeout values to better suit

your operation needs.

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

Install a power adapter and then push the Suspend/

Resume button. (See Power Sources on page 27 for

more information)

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

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

Status Indicator panel, and replace or remove

any batteries that are shorted. (See Status Indicator

Panel on page 14 for more information)

Your power adapter has failed or lost its power source.

Make sure the adapter is plugged in and the outlet

has power.

Your LifeBook will not work on battery alone.

The installed batteries are dead.

Replace the battery with a charged one or install

a Power adapter.

No batteries are installed. Install a charged battery.

The batteries are improperly installed.

Your installed batteries are faulty.

Verify that the batteries are properly connected

by re-installing them.

Verify the condition of the batteries using the

Status Indicator panel and replace or remove

any batteries that are shorted. (See Status Indicator

Panel on page 14 for more information)

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

The batteries seem to discharge too quickly.

You are running an application that uses a great deal of power due to frequent hard drive access or media player drive access, use of a modem card or a LAN PC card.

Troubleshooting

Use both the primary battery and an optional

second battery and/or use a power adapter for this

application when at all possible.

The power savings features may be disabled.

The brightness is turned all the way up.

The batteries are very old. Replace the batteries.

The batteries have been exposed to high temperatures.

The batteries are too hot or too cold.

Shutdown and Startup Problems

The Suspend/Resume button does not work.

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

You did not hold the button in long enough.

There may be a conflict with the application software.

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

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

Check the power management and/or setup utility

settings in the Power Savings menu and adjust

according to your operating needs.

Turn down the brightness adjustment. The higher

the brightness the more power your display uses.

Replace the batteries.

Restore the LifeBook to normal operating tempera-

ture. The Charging icon on the Status Indicator

panel will flash when the battery is outside its

operating range.

Enable the button from the setup utility.

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

seconds if your application is preventing the CPU

from checking for button pushes.

Close all applications and try the button again.

Set the operating source by pressing the [ESC] key

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

key and enter the setup utility and adjust the source

settings from the Boot menu. (See BIOS Setup

Utility on page 29 for more information)

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

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

Internal hard drive was not detected.

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

Make sure you have the right password. Enter the

setup utility and verify the Security settings and

modify them as accordingly. (See BIOS Setup Utility

on page 29 for more information)

Use the BIOS setup utility or Primary Master

submenu, located within the Main menu, to try to

auto detect the internal hard drive.

See the Power On Self Test (POST) messages to

determine the meaning and severity of the problem.

Not all messages are errors; some are simply status

indicators. (See Power On Self Test Messages on

page 62 for more information)

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

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

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

Make sure you select Save Changes And Exit when

exiting the BIOS setup utility.

Video Problems

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

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

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

The BIOS CMOS hold-up battery has failed.

Something is pushing on the Closed Cover switch.

The LifeBook is set for an external monitor only.

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

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

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

The LifeBook has gone into Video timeout, Standby mode, Suspend mode or Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) mode because you have not used it for a period of time.

Contact your support representative for repairs.

This is not a user serviceable part but has a normal

life of 3 to 5 years.

Clear the Closed Cover switch. (See figure 2-3 on

page 8 for location)

Pressing [F10] while holding down the [FN] key

allows you to change your selection of where to

send your display video. Each time you press the

combination of keys you will step to the next

choice. The choices, in order are: built-in display

only, external monitor only, both built-in display

and external monitor.

Move the display and the brightness control until

you have adequate visibility.

Press any button the keyboard, or move the mouse

to restore operation. If that fails, push the Suspend/

Resume button. (The display may be shut off by

Standy mode, Auto Suspend or Video Timeout)

Contact your support representative.

Press any button on the keyboard, or move the

mouse to restore operation. If that fails, push the

Suspend/Resume button. Check your power

management settings, or close your applications

and go to the Power Savings menu of the setup

utility to adjust the timeout values to better suit

your operation needs. (See BIOS Setup Utility on

page 29 for more information)

Something is pushing on the Closed Cover switch.

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

Check the Closed Cover switch. (See figure 2-3 on

page 8 for location)

Press any button on the keyboard, or move the mouse

to restore operation. If that fails, push the Suspend/

Resume button. (The display may be shut off by

Standby Mode, Auto Suspend or Video Timeout) and go off again.

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions

The Built-in Display does not close.

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

Troubleshooting

Remove all foreign objects from the keyboard.

The Built-in Display has bright or dark spots.

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

The Display is dark when on battery power.

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

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

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

You are running an application that does not support 800 x 600/1024 x 768 pixel resolution display and display compression is enabled.

The BatteryAid default is set on low brightness to conserve power.

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

Your external monitor is not properly installed.

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

This is normal; do nothing.

Display is faulty; contact your support representative.

Display compression gives a clearer but smaller

display for applications that do not support 800 x

600/1024 x 768 pixel resolution. You can fill the

screen but have less resolution by changing your

display compression setting, (See the Video Features

submenu, located within the Advanced menu of the

BIOS. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 29 for more

information)

Press [FN] + [F7] to increase brightness or double-

click on BatteryAid gauge and adjust Power Control

under battery settings.

Try toggling the video destination by pressing [FN]

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

enable your external monitor. (See the Video Features

submenu, located within the Advanced Menu of the

BIOS. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 29 for more

information)

Reinstall your device. (See External Monitor Port on

page 50 for more information)

Check your device and operating system

documentation and activate the proper driver.

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

Miscellaneous Problems

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

Your external monitor is not compatible with your LifeBook.

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

See your monitor documentation and the External

Monitor Support portions of the Specifications

section.

See your application manual and help displays

screens for more information. Not all messages are

errors some may simply be status.

LifeBook i Series – Section Five

POWER ON SELF TEST MESSAGES

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

nnnn Cache SRAM Passed

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

*Diskette drive A error or Diskette drive B error

Drive A: or B: is present but fails the BIOS Power On Self Test diskette tests. Check to see that the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in the Setup Utility, (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 29 for more information) and that the diskette drive is installed correctly. If the disk drive is properly defined and installed, avoid using it and contact your support representative.

*Extended RAM Failed at offset: nnnn

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

nnnn Extended RAM Passed

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

*Failing Bits: nnnn The hex number nnnn

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

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

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

which might cause you to lose data if you continue. Contact your support representative.

*Incorrect Drive A type – run SETUP

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

*Incorrect Drive B type – run SETUP

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

*Invalid NVRAM media type

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

*Keyboard controller error

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

*Keyboard error

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

*Keyboard error nn

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

*Monitor type does not match CMOS – Run SETUP

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

#*Operating system not found

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

Troubleshooting

drive may be corrupted and your system may have to be re-installed from your back up media.

*Parity Check 1 nnnn

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

*Parity Check 2 nnnn

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

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

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

#*Previous boot incomplete – Default configuration used

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

*Real time clock error

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

System BIOS shadowed

System BIOS copied to shadow RAM.

*System CMOS checksum bad – run SETUP

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

*System RAM Failed at offset: nnnn

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

nnnn System RAM Passed

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

*System timer error

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

UMB upper limit segment address: nnnn

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

Video BIOS shadowed

Video BIOS successfully copied to shadow RAM.

*Shadow RAM Failed at offset: nnnn

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

nnnn Shadow RAM Passed

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

*System battery is dead – Replace and run SETUP

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

LifeBook i Series – Section Five

EMERGENCY MEDIA PLAYER TRAY RELEASE

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

MODEM RESULT CODES

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

Examples of result codes are:

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NO CARRIER

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NO DIALTONE

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

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ERROR

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FAX

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RING (This means an incoming call.)

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BUSY

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NO ANSWER

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

DRIVER AND APPLICATIONS RESTORE CD

The Drivers and Application Restore CD contains the following:

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Sets of device drivers and Fujitsu utilities (in specific directories) that are unique to your LifeBook configuration for use as documented below.

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Read-me files that provide additional use information for items on this CD-ROM.

POINT

If you have access to the internet, visit the Fujitsu PC Corporation Support Web site at www.fujitsupc.com to check for the most current information, drives and hints on how to perform recovery and system updates.

Drive Image Special Edition (DISE)

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

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

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

run DISE from the rescue disk.

POINT

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

Creating a Drive Image SE Diskette

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

Insert a formatted floppy disk in your machine.

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

Running DISE from Diskettes

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

2. Reboot your computer.

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

Creating a Backup Image

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

1. At the Drive Image Special Edition main screen,

click Options> Create New Backup. There is also a button on the main DISE screen that

performs the same function.

Troubleshooting

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

3. Click Ye s .

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

Enlarging the Backup Partition

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

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

Restoring a Backup Image

You can restore either a factory image or a backup image you created. Be aware that restoring a backup image will

replace the contents of the C:\ partition with the image you restore.

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

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

DISE shuts down to DOS and restores the image file.

Drivers and Applications Restore CD

The Drivers and Application CD can be used to selectively re-install drivers and/or applications that may have been un-installed or corrupted. Please refer to installation instructions located in the Drivers and Applications Restore CD.

POINT

Look for and open files with the extensions.DOC, .PDF and/or .TXT.

LifeBook i Series – Section Five

Care and Maintenance

LifeBook i Series – Section Six

Care and Maintenance

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

CAUTION

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

FUJITSU LIFEBOOK

Caring for your Fujitsu LifeBook

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

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

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

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Keep it away from food and beverages.

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If you accidentally spill liquid on your LifeBook:

1. Turn it off.

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

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

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

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

■

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

■

Avoid exposure to sand, dust and other environmental hazards.

■

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

■

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.

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

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Never position your LifeBook such that the media player drive is supporting the weight of the LifeBook.

■

Do not drop your Fujitsu LifeBook.

■

Do not touch the screen with any sharp objects.

Cleaning your Fujitsu LifeBook

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

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

■

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

Storing your Fujitsu LifeBook

■

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

■

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

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Store your Fujitsu LifeBook in a cool, dry location. Temperatures should remain between

-25ºC (13ºF) and 60ºC (140ºF).

Traveling with your Fujitsu LifeBook

■

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

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

■

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

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

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

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

LifeBook i Series – Section Six

Outlet Type Location

United States, Canada, parts of Latin America,

Japan, Korea,

the Philippines, Taiwan

Russia and the Commonwealth

of Independent States (CIS),

most of Europe, parts of Latin

America, the Middle East, parts

of Africa, Hong Kong, India,

most of South Asia

Mexico, United Kingdom,

Ireland, Malaysia, Singapore,

parts of Africa

Increasing Battery Life

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

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

■

Keep brightness to the lowest level comfortable.

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Set the power management for maximum battery life.

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

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Limit your media drive access.

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Disable the Media Player auto insert notification function.

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Always use fully charged batteries.

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Eject PCMCIATM cards when not in use.

China, Australia,

New Zealand

BATTERIES

Caring for your Batteries

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Always handle batteries carefully.

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

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

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

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

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

FLOPPY DISKS AND DRIVES

Caring for your Floppy Disks

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Avoid using the floppy disks in damp and dusty locations.

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

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

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

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

Caring for your Floppy Disk Drive

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

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

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

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

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

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Never disassemble or dismantle your floppy disk drive.

Care and Maintenance

MEDIA CARE

Caring for your Media (DVD/CD/CD-R)

Media discs are precision devices and will function reliably if given reasonable care.

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Always store your media disc in its case when it is not in use.

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Always handle discs by the edges and avoid touching the surface.

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Avoid storing any media discs in extreme temperatures.

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Do not bend media discs or set heavy objects on them.

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Do not spill liquids on media discs.

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Do not scratch media discs.

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Do not put a label on media discs.

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Do not get dust on media discs.

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

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If a media disc 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 media discs.

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

will provide specific information, but you should pay attention to the following points:

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

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Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or excessive heat.

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Keep the cards dry.

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

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Do not force cards into the slot.

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Avoid dropping cards, or subjecting them to excessive vibration.

Caring for your Media Player Drive

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Do not disassemble or dismantle the media player 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

LifeBook i Series – Section Six

Specifications

LifeBook i Series – Section Seven

Specifications

This section provides the hardware, software, and environmental specifications for your Fujitsu LifeBook. Specifications of particular configurations will vary.

Part Number

CPXXXXXXXXXXXX

i-4187, Cel 550, 12T, 64M, 98, 10G, DVD

Model

MICROPROCESSOR

LifeBook i-4187: Intel Celeron 550MHz processor

LifeBook i-4190: Intel Celeron 600MHz processor

MEMORY

System Memory

64MB on-board, with one open slot for expansion up to 192MB SDRAM via DIMM modules.

Processor

Screen Size

Figure 7-1 Configuration Label

CONFIGURATION LABEL

Your Fujitsu LifeBook contains a configuration label located on the bottom of your LifeBook. (See figure 2-7 on page 13 for location) This label contains specific information regarding the options you’ve chosen for your LifeBook. Following is an example label and information on how to read your own configuration label.

Configuration ID

FPC070202

Memory

Operating System

Hard Drive

Device

AUDIO

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SoundBlaster Pro-compatible 32-bit stereo PCM/FM sound chip.

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Spatializer 3D-Stereo multiple speaker effect support.

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

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Stereo line in jack, 880 mVrms or less, minimum impedance 10K Ohms.

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Two built-in speakers, 28 mm diameter (Stereo).

Cache Memory

128KB on-die L2 cache.

BIOS Memory

512KB Flash ROM. 256 Bytes CMOS RAM

VIDEO

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

Video Color and Resolution

12.1" SVGA TFT

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Internal: 800 x 600 pixel resolution, 16M colors.

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External: 1600 x 1200 pixel resolution, 64K colors.

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Simultaneous Video

Video RAM

4MB Embedded SDRAM.

MASS STORAGE DEVICE OPTIONS

Floppy Disk Drive

External USB 3. 5" Floppy Disk Drive, which accommodates 1.44MB or 720KB floppy disks.

Hard Drive

10GB fixed hard drive

Media Player Drive

LifeBook i-4187: 8x DVD drive

LifeBook i-4190: 4x4x20 CD-RW drive

INTEGRATED POINTING DEVICE

Touch pad pointing device with scrolling button

COMMUNICATIONS

Modem: Internal multinational V.90 standard 56K* fax/ modem (ITU V.90, 56K data, 14.4K fax.)

LifeBook i Series – Section Seven

* Actual speeds over U.S. telephone lines vary and are less than 56Kbps due to the current FCC regulations and line conditions. The internal modems on all Fujitsu LifeBooks from Fujitsu PC Corporation are only qualified for use with telephone systems inside the United States and Canada and may not operate in other countries.

LIFEBOOK APPLICATION PANEL

Application Launcher and Audio CD Player. The Application Launcher is pre-set with the following defaults assigned to each button:

Application A: Microsoft Works

Application B: Quicken

Internet: Internet Explorer

E-Mail: Netscape Messenger

THEFT PREVENTION LOCK

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

DEVICE PORTS

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

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

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Two connectors for USB (Universal Serial Bus) input/output devices.

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One modular modem (RJ-11) connector.

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One stereo headphone jack. (See Audio specifications)

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One mono microphone jack. (See Audio specifications)

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One stereo line-in/Optical Digital Output jack. (See Audio specifications)

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One S-Video connector

External Keyboard Support

USB-compatible

External Numeric Keypad Support

USB-compatible

External Mouse Support

USB-compatible

POWER

Batteries

One 6-cell Lithium ion Battery, rechargeable, 10.8V, 3000 mAh

AC Adapter

Autosensing 100-240V AC, 53W, supplying 16V DC to the LifeBook, Fujitsu Model FPCAC14 which includes an AC cable.

Power Management

Conforms to ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface).

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)

9 kV.

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

Overall Dimensions

12.13" x 10.96" x 1.81"

We i gh t s

Approximately 6.62 lbs.

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Te mp e r at u r e

Operating: 5° to 35° C (41° to 95° F). Non-operating: –15° to 60° C (5° to 140° F).

Humidity

Operating: 20% to 85%, relative, non-condensing. Non-operating; 8% to 85%, relative, non-condensing.

KEYBOARD

Built-in keyboard with all functions of 101 key PS/2 compatible keyboards.

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Total number of keys: 87

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Function keys: 12, F1 through F12

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Feature extension key: Fn

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Three Windows keys: two Start keys and one application key

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Key pitch: 19 mm

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Key stroke: 3 mm

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Built-in touchpad

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Built-in Palm Rest

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Altitude

Operating: 10,000 feet (3,048 m) maximum

PRE-INSTALLED SOFTWARE

Your Fujitsu LifeBook Series notebook comes with pre-installed software for playing audio and video files of various formats. In addition there is file transfer software, virus protection software, and Power Management software.

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Tutorials

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

Specifications

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Manuals

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

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Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition or Me

Depending upon the configuration of your LifeBook, either Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition or Microsoft Windows Me is installed as your operating system.

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Microsoft Internet Explorer

Internet Explorer is installed as your default internet browser.

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Microsoft Press Interactive Training for Windows 98 Second Edition or Me

Microsoft Press Interactive Training for Windows is an on-line tutorial designed to help you become familiar with your LifeBook’s operating system.

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Microsoft Works 2000

Microsoft Works 2000 is a suite of software containing the basic tools to write letters and reports, track family and friends with address books, manage home finances, and create a home inventory.

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Quicken Basic 2000

Quicken 2000 by Intuit is a personal money management program. It has features such as portfolio management, account registries, on-line banking and bill paying features.

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LapLink 2000 by LapLink.com, Inc. (Windows 98 only)

LapLink 2000

allows you to transfer files directly to other computers via an internal modem, a PC Card modem, the infrared port, the USB port, or a serial or parallel cable (cables not included). (See your LapLink

online help for proper operating procedures)

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PC-Doctor 2000 by PC-Doctor.com, Inc.

PC Doctor by PC-Doctor.com, Inc. is primarily for use by your support representative when assisting you with troubleshooting.

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Drive Image Special Edition (DISE) by PowerQuest

DISE by PowerQuest provides a way to restore your computer if you experience a hard disk crash or other

system failure. DISE is used to restore the factory image and restore the system to its original state.

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BatteryAid by Fujitsu Limited

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

information on the correct way to use this program)

POINT

As your notebook does not support the CPU Clock control, the option is not active within the Power Control menu of BatteryAid.

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McAfee.com, Inc. VirusScan

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

for more information on how and when to run this program)

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McAfee.com Clinic on-line coupon

Clinic, by McAfee.com, is a web-based antivirus program that can be run from the McAfee.com website after loading data or programs onto your LifeBook. It assists in the protection of the data currently residing on your hard disk from destruction or contamination. (Go

to http://www.mcafee.com for more information on how and when to run this program.)

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Adobe Acrobat Reader by Adobe Systems, Inc.

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

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LifeBook Application Panel Software

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

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Netscape Communicator by Netscape Communications Corporation

LifeBook i Series – Section Seven

Glossary

LifeBook i Series – Section Eight

Glossary

1394

A fast external bus that allows transfer rates of up to 400 Mbps.

AC Adapter

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

ACPI

A power management specification that allows the operating system to determine the amount of power given to each connected device.

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 LifeBook.

BIOS

Basic Input-Output System. A program and set of default parameters stored in ROM which tests and operates your LifeBook 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 disc, ROM or other storage media into RAM.

Bus

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

Byte

8 bits of parallel binary information.

Cache Memory

A block of memory built into the micro-processor which is much faster to access than your system RAM and used

in specially structured ways to make your overall data handling time faster.

CardBus

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

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 heads crashing into the surface and destroying the data when there is a failure nor to wear from reading.

CMOS RAM

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

COMM Port

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

Command

An instruction which you give your operating system. Example: run a particular application or format a floppy disk.

Configuration

The combination of hardware and software that makes up your system and how it is allocated for use.

CRT

Cathode Ray Tube. A display device which uses a beam of electronic particles striking a luminescent screen. It produces a visual image by varying the position and intensity of the beam.

Data

The information a system stores and processes.

Direct current. A voltage or current that does not fluctuate periodically with time.

Default Value

A pre programmed value to be used if you fail to set your own.

DIMM

Dual-in-line memory module.

disk

A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media. If the platter is very stiff it is a hard drive, if it is highly flexible it is a floppy disk, if it is a floppy disk in a hard housing with a shutter it is commonly called a diskette.

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Disk Drive

The hardware which spins the disk and has the heads and control circuitry for reading and writing the data on the disk.

Diskette

A floppy disk in a hard housing with a shutter.

DMA

Direct Memory Access. Special circuitry for memory to memory transfers of data which do not require CPU action.

DMI

Desktop Management Interface. A standard that provides PC management applications with a common method of locally or remotely querying and configuring PC computer systems, hardware and software components, and peripherals.

DOS

Disk Operating System (MS-DOS is a Microsoft Disk Operating System).

Driver

A computer program which converts application and operating system commands to external devices into the exact form required by a specific brand and model of device in order to produce the desired results from that particular equipment.

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 from a static charge which has built-up slowly. Example: the shock you get from a doorknob on a dry day or the sparks you get from brushing hair on a dry day.

Extended Memory

All memory more than the 640KB recognized by MS-DOS as system memory.

FCC

Federal Communication Commission.

Floppy Disk

A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media which is highly flexible.

Gigabyte.

Hard drive

A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media where the platter is very stiff.

Hexadecimal

A decimal notation for the value of a 4 bit binary number. (0-9, A, B, C, D, E, F) Example: 2F in hexadecimal = 00101111 in binary = 47 in decimal.

I/O

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

I/O Port

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

Kilobyte.

LAN

Local Area Network. An interconnection of computers and peripherals within a single limited geographic location which can pass programs and data amongst themselves.

LCD

Liquid Crystal Display. A type of display which makes images by controlling the orientation of crystals in a crystalline liquid.

Lithium ion Battery

A type of rechargeable battery which has a high powertime life for its size and is not subject to the memory effect as Nickel Cadmium batteries.

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.

Glossary

Megabyte.

Megahertz

1,000,000 cycles per second.

Memory

A repository for data and applications which is readily accessible to your LifeBook 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 from all sources.

MPU-401

A standard for MIDI interfaces and connectors.

NTSC

National TV Standards Commission. The standard for TV broadcast and reception for the USA.

Operating System

A group of control programs that convert application commands, including driver programs, into the exact form required by a specific brand and model of microprocessor in order to produce the desired results from that particular equipment.

PAL

Phase Alternating Line. The standard for TV broadcast and reception for Europe.

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

organization that sets standards for add-in cards for personal computers.

Peripheral Device

A piece of equipment which performs a specific function associated with but not integral to a computer. Examples: a printer, a modem, a CD-ROM.

Pitch (keyboard)

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

Pixel

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

POST

Power On Self Test. A program which is part of the BIOS which checks the configuration and operating condition of your hardware whenever power is applied to your LifeBook. Status and error messages may be displayed before the operating system is loaded. If the self test detects failures that are so serious that operation can not continue, the operating system will not be loaded.

Program

An integrated set of coded commands to your computers telling your hardware what to do and how and when to do it.

RAM

Random Access Memory. A hardware component of your LifeBook that holds binary information (both program and data) as long as it has the proper power applied to it.

RAM Module

A printed circuit card with memory and associated circuitry which allows the user to add additional memory to the computer without special tools.

Reset

The act of reloading the operating system. A reset erases all information stored in RAM.

Restart

See Reset.

Resume

To proceed after interruption. In your LifeBook this refers to returning to active operation after having been in one of the suspension states.

ROM

Read Only Memory. A form of memory in which information is stored by physically altering the material. Data stored in this way can not be changed by your LifeBook and does not require power to maintain it.

SDRAM

Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory.

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Serial Port

A connection to another device through which data is transferred one bit at a time on a single wire with any other wires only for control of the device not for transfer of data.

Shadow RAM

A technique of copying data or applications stored in ROM (Read Only Memory) into RAM (Random Access Memory) for access during actual operation. RAM is much faster to access than ROM, however ROM contents are not lost when power is removed. Shadowing allows permanently stored information to be rapidly accessed.

SMART

Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART) is an emerging technology that provides nearterm failure predictions for hard drives. When SMART is enabled the hard drive monitors pre-determined drive attributes that are susceptible to degradation over time. If a failure is likely to occur, SMART makes a status report available so that the LifeBook can prompt the user to back up the data on the drive. Naturally not all failures are predictable. SMART predictability is limited to those attributes which the drive can self-monitor. In those cases where SMART can give advance warning, a considerable amount of precious data can be saved.

SPDIF

Sony Philips Digital Interface Format. The optical digital audio format that allows you to download digital audio onto a MiniDisc recorder.

SRAM

Static random access memory. A specific technology of making RAM which does not require periodic data refreshing.

Status Indicator

A display which reports the condition of some portion of your hardware. On your LifeBook this is an LCD screen just above the keyboard.

Stereo (audio)

A system using two channels to process sound from two different sources.

Stroke (keyboard)

The amount of travel of a key when it is pressed from resting to fully depressed.

Suspend

To make inoperative for a period of time. Your LifeBook uses various suspension states to reduce power consumption and prolong the charge of your battery.

S-Video

Super Video. A component video system for driving a TV or computer monitor.

System Clock

An oscillator of fixed precise frequency which synchronizes the operation of the system and is counted to provide time of day and date.

TFT

Thin Film Transistor – A technology for flat display panels which uses a thin film matrix of transistors to control each pixel of the display screen individually.

Underwriters Laboratories – An independent organization that tests and certifies the electrical safety of devices.

VGA

Video Graphics Array. A video display standard originally introduced by IBM with the PS/2 series of personal computers.

VRAM

Video Random Access Memory. A memory dedicated to video display data and control.

WFM

Wired for Management is Intel’s broad-based initiative to reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) of business computing without sacrificing power and flexibility.

Write Protect

Prevent alteration of the binary state of all bits in a storage media. Example: all information on a device such as a floppy diskette; a block of space in a storage media such as a partition of a hard drive; a file or directory of floppy diskette or hard drive.

XGA

Extended VGA.

Zip Drive

A 100MB read/write removable media disk drive.

SVGA

Super VGA.

Index

adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

plug adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Auto Insert Notification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Auto/Airline Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27, 81

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

charging indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

conserving power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

dead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

faulty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

increasing life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

level indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

lithium ion battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37, 82

low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58, 59

recharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

shorted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

suspend mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

setup utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Built-in Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

DC Output Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

DC Power Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

DIMM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Disk

care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 60

Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

power management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Display Panel Latch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Display Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Dolby Headphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Double-Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Dragging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Drivers and Application CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Emergency Media Player Tray Release . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Extended Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

External . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

External Floppy Disk Drive

access indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

External Monitor Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Cache Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

CapsLock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Closed Cover Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

COMM Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Conventions Used in the Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Cursor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Cursor Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Floppy Disk

ejecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

formatting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

initializing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

preparing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

write protect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Floppy Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Fujitsu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Fujitsu LifeBook

LifeBook i Series

storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

traveling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

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

Function Key

F10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

F4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

F5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

F6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

F7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

FN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

access indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Hard Disk Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Headphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 16, 55

cursor keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

function keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

numeric keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

windows keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

LifeBook Application Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 21

configuring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

LCD display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

media player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Media Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

access indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

using . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Media player

care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

tray release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Media Player Eject Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Memory

capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

extended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Microphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Modem Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Modem Result Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

NumLk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Parallel Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

access indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

PC Cards

removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Pointing Device

See Touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

POST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

AC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Auto/Airline adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57, 58

indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32, 33

Pre-Installed Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

Index

Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 31

Restarting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

RJ-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Save-to-Disk Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

ScrLk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

SDRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Selector Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Shut Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Standby Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Status Indicator Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 14

Stereo Line-in Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Stereo Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Suspend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Suspend Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Suspend/Resume Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 32, 59

S-Video Out Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Touchpad Pointing Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Universal Serial Bus Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Using . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

end user license agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Windows keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Application key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Start keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

LifeBook i Series

Fujitsu LifeBook I4187, LifeBook I4190 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Preface

ABOUT THIS GUIDE

Conventions Used in the Guide

FUJITSU PC CONTACT INFORMATION

Fujitsu On-line

WARRANTY

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

UNPACKING

Display Panel

LifeBook Application Panel

Stereo Speakers

Display Panel Latch

Status Indicator Panel

Suspend/Resume/ Power On Button

TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTS

Closed Cover Switch

Keyboard

Touchpad Pointing Device

Media Player

Media Player Eject Button

Emergency Media Player Tray Release

Air Flow Vent

LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS

PC Card Slots

Headphone Jack

Volume Control

RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS

Stereo Line-in Jack

Microphone Jack

USB Port

Cooling Fan

Optical Digital Audio-Out

Anti-Theft Lock Slot

USB Port

Reset Switch

BACK PANEL COMPONENTS

S-Video Port

External Monitor Port

DC Power Jack

Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack

Expansion RAM Slot

Main Unit and Configuration Label

Lithium ion Battery Bay

BOTTOM COMPONENTS

POWER INDICATOR

BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR

AC ADAPTER INDICATOR

BATTERY CHARGING INDICATOR

MEDIA PLAYER ACCESS INDICATOR

NUMLK INDICATOR

CAPSLOCK INDICATOR

SCRLK INDICATOR

HARD DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR

FLOPPY DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR

PC CARD ACCESS INDICATORS

Numeric Keypad

USING THE KEYBOARD

Cursor keys

Windows keys

FUNCTION KEYS

CONTROLLING THE VOLUME

SETTING THE HARDWARE VOLUME CONTROL

CLICKING

DOUBLE-CLICKING

DRAGGING

TOUCHPAD CONTROL ADJUSTMENT

SCROLLING

Selector Switch

APPLICATION LAUNCH MEDIA PLAYER BUTTONS

CONFIGURING YOUR LIFEBOOK APPLICATION PANEL

To configure your LifeBook Application Panel with Application Panel Setup:

USING THE MEDIA PLAYER

DESKTOP CONTROL PANEL

To use the desktop control panel:

Deactivating and Activating the LifeBook Application Panel

Application Panel Setup