Fujitsu LifeBook L470 User Manual

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
according to FCC Part 15
Responsible Party Name: Fujitsu PC Corporation
Address: 598 Gibraltar Drive
Milpitas,CA 95035
Telephone: (408) 935-8800
Declares that product: Model: LifeBook L470
Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operations is 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.
David Woo Fujitsu 3/1/99
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CAUTION
Changes or modification not expressly approved by Fujitsu PC Corporation could void this user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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
The LifeBookTML Series notebook computers are supplied with an internal modem which complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On this notebook is a label that contains the FCC Registration Number and the Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment among other information. If requested,the user must provide their telephone company with the following information:
1. The telephone number to which the notebook is connected.
2. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment.
3.
That the equipment requires a standard modular jack type USOC RJ-11C which is FCC Part 68 compliant.
4. The FCC Registration Number.
This equipment is designed to be connected to the tele­phone network or premises wiring using a standard modular jack type USOC RJ-11C which is FCC Part 68
compliant and a line cord between the modem and the telephone network with a minimum of 26AWG.
The REN is used to determine the number of devices that you may connect to your telephone line and still have all of those devices ring when your number is called. Too many devices on one line may result in fail­ure to ring in response to an incoming call.In most, but not all, areas the sum of the RENs of all of the devices should not exceed five (5.0).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.
FCC NOTICES
Notice to Users of Radios and Television
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protec­tion against harmful interference in a residential instal­lation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.However,there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a partic­ular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet that is on a different circuit than the receiver.
This equipment may not be used on coin service telephones provided by your telephone company. Connection to party lines is subject to state tariffs. Contact your state’s public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for more information.
This equipment includes automatic dialing capability. When programming and/or making test calls to emergency numbers:
Remain on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for the call.
Perform such activities in off-peak hours,such as early morning or late evening.
FCC rules prohibit the use of non-hearing aid compati­ble telephones in the following locations or applications:
All public or semipublic coin-operated or credit card telephones.
Elevators,highways, tunnels (automobile, subway, railroad or pedestrian) where a person with impaired hearing might be isolated in an emergency.
Places where telephones are specifically installed to alert emergency authorities such as fire, police or medical assistance personnel.
Hospital rooms,residential health care facilities, convalescent homes and prisons.
Workstations for the hearing impaired.
Hotel,motel or apartment lobbies.
Stores where telephones are used by patrons to order merchandise.
Public transportation terminals where telephones are used to call taxis or to reserve lodging or rental cars.
In hotel and motel rooms as at least ten percent of the rooms must contain hearing aid compatible tele­phones or jacks for plug in hearing aid compatible telephones which will be provided to hearing impaired customers on request.
DOC (INDUSTRY CANADA) NOTICES
Notice to Users of Radios and Television
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing 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 cert ification means that the equipment
meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements. The D epar t ment does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.
The LifeBook L Series notebook 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 is 2.5.
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 LifeBookTML possèdent 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 effectuées par un service de maintenance agréé au Canada. Toute réparation ou modification,qui n’est pas expressément approuvée par Fujitsu PC Corp., ou toute défaillance de l’équipement peut entraîner la compagnie de télécommunications à exiger que
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.
l’utilisateur déconnecte l’équipement de la ligne téléphonique.
Le code d’arrangement de connexion de cet équipement est CA11A.
Le numéro de charge est 2.5. 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 péri-phériques de sorte que le total de numéros de charge de tous les périphériques n’excède pas 100.
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 dev ices does not exceed 100.
A VERTISSEMENT
Pour assurer la sécurité, les utilisateurs doivent vérifier que la prise de terre du service d’électricité, les lignes téléphoniques et les conduites d’eau métalliques sont connectées ensemble. Les utilisateurs NE doivent PAS tenter d’établir ces connexions eux-mêmes, mais doivent contacter les services d’inspection d’installations électriques appropriés ou un électricien. Ceci peut être particulièrement important en régions rurales.
UL NOTICE (FOR AUTHORIZED REPAIR TECHNICIANS ONLY)
CAUTION:For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with the same type and rating fuse.
CAUTION:Danger of explosion if CMOS battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instruction.
WARNING:CMOS and NiCAD batteries may explode ifmistreated. Do not recharge,disassemble or dispose of in fire.
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Table of Contents
T able of Contents
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PREFACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
SECTION ONE
SETTING UP YOUR LIFEBOOK L SERIES FROM FUJITSU
Unpacking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Overview of LifeBook L Series Features . . . . 3
Component Identification . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . . 5
Left-side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . 6
Right-side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . 6
Rear Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Optional Detachable Bay. . . . . . . . . . . . 9
SECTION TWO
STARTING YOUR LIFEBOOK L SERIES FOR THE FIRST TIME
Power Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Starting Your Notebook
for the First Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Registering Your LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . 21
Learning About Your Operat ing System
and Application Software. . . . . . . . . . 22
Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Restarting Your Notebook. . . . . . . . . . . 23
SECTION THREE
USING YOUR LIFEBOOK L SERIES FROM FUJITSU
Status Indicator Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Integrated Pointing Device . . . . . . . . . . 30
Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Floppy Disk Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
SuperDisk Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
CD-ROM Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
DVD Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Internal Modem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Infrared Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Pre-installed Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Data Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
SECTION FOUR
CONFIGURING YOUR LIFEBOOK L SERIES FROM FUJITSU
Boot Sequence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Identifying the Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
BIOS Setup Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Navigating Through the Setup Utility . . . . 61
Main Menu – Setting Standard
System Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Advanced Menu – Setting Device
Feature Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Security Menu – Setting the
Security Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Power Menu – Setting Power
Management Feature Controls. . . . . . . 98
Boot Menu – Selecting the
Operating System Source . . . . . . . . . 105
Info Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
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Exit Menu – Leaving the Setup Utility . . . 111 Setting Up Your Save-To-Disk
File Allocation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
SECTION FIVE
USER INSTALLABLE FEATURES
Optional Detachable Bay
(Mobile Bay Unit). . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Optional Detachable Bay Devices . . . . . . 123
Optional Second Lithium ion Battery. . . . 126
External Installation of a
Floppy Disk Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Parallel Port Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Serial Port Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
USB Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Stereo Line In Device . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Telephone Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Mouse,Keyboard or Keypad. . . . . . . . . 131
External Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Theft Prevention Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Memory Upgrade Module. . . . . . . . . . 132
Internal Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Optional Mobile LAN Dock. . . . . . . . . 135
SECTION SIX
TROUBLESHOOTING
Identifying the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Power On Self Test Messages . . . . . . . . 156
Emergency CD-ROM/DVD Tray Release. . 159
Modem Setup and Commands . . . . . . . 159
Recovering Your Windows 98 System. . . . 159
Recovering Your
Windows NT 4.0 System . . . . . . . . . 162
SECTION SEVEN
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Caring for Your Notebook. . . . . . . . . . 166
Increasing Battery Life . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Caring for Your Batteries . . . . . . . . . . 167
APPENDICES
APPENDIX A
War rant y . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
LifeBook L Series Specifications. . . . . . . 170
Approvals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Popular Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
APPENDIX B
Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
INDEX
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
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Preface
Preface
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PREFACE
Incredibly sleek and stylish, the Fujitsu LifeBook L Series pushes the limits of innova­tion with its thin, light design, flexibility and proven reliability.
It is hard to believe a notebook this slim and light can pack so much power. From a fast Intel Pentium II processor to a large, bright 13.3" XGA TFT display, full DMI-compliance and fast internal modem, all the latest technology is included.
The L Series also offers your choice of Windows 98 and Windows NT 4.0 operating systems pre-installed.
This manual explains how to operate your LifeBook L Series’hardware and built-in system software.The LifeBook L Series is compatible with the IBM PC AT.
CONVENTIONS USED IN THE GUIDE
Screen examples in this manual are intended as examples only, and screen and file names may dier in actual use.
Messages displayed by the LifeBook L Series appear in Courier type. Example: Shutdown the computer?
Keybo ard keys are shown in boldface Helvetica ty pe. Example: Fn, F1, Esc, and Ctrl.
Pages with additional information about a spe­cific topic are cross-referenced within the text. Example: (See page xx.)
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.
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Figure P-1 LifeBook L Series with Samples of Fujitsu and Third Party Options and Accessories
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Setting Up Your LifeBook L Series
Section One
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Overview of LifeBook L Series Features . . . . 3
Component Identification . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . . 5
Left-side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . 6
Right-side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . 6
Rear Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Bottom Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Optional Detachable Bay . . . . . . . . . . . 9
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SECTION ONE
SETTING UP YOUR LIFEBOOK L SERIES FROM FUJITSU
This section describes how to set up your LifeBook L Series from Fujitsu.We strongly recommend that you read it before using your notebook – even if you are already familiar with notebook computers.
UNPACKING YOUR NOTEBOOK
When you receive your notebook,unpack it carefully,and compare the parts you have received with the items listed below.
The LifeBook L470 comes with:
LifeBook L Series from Fujitsu.(Figure 1-1.)
AC adapter with AC power cord (located in the accessories box).(Figure 1-2)
Lithium ion Battery (installed in your notebook).
RJ-11 cable (located in the accessories box).
Getting Started Guide.
User’s Guide.
Microsoft Windows Manual and Certificate of Authenticity.
Registration card and customer information pack.
Intel LANdesk Client Manager 3.2 CD-ROM coupon (located in the accessories box).
Recovery CD-ROM (located in the accessories box).
Fujitsu Accessories Catalog.
External Floppy Disk Drive.(Figure 1-3)
Figure 1-1 LifeBook L Series Notebook (L470)
You may also have options other than those listed if you ordered them with your LifeBook L Series. Once you have checked and confirmed that your notebook system is complete,read through the following sections to learn about all of the components and features.
Figure 1-2 AC Adapter Unit
Figure 1-3 External Floppy Disk Drive
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Built-in 56K v.90 modem.
DMI 2.0 compliant.
Integrated Touchpad pointing device for easy cursor control.
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CAUTION
Your internal modem is designed to allow faster downloads from v.90 compliant digital sources. Maximum achievable download transmission rates may not reach 56 Kbps and will vary.
CAUTION
The internal modems on all Fujitsu notebooks from Fujitsu PC Corporation are not qualified for use with telephone systems outside the United States and Canada and may not operate in other countries.
OVERVIEW OF LIFEBOOK L SERIES FEATURES
The LifeBook L Series is a compact, yet powerful notebook computer available with standard features including:(See Appendix A,
page 170, for detailed information.)
366 MHz Intel Pentium II processor.
64MB SDRAM standard,expandable
to 192MB.
13.3" active-matrix (TFT) color display
with 1024 x 768 resolution (XGA).
2MB EDO video RAM on video chip.
Built-in 4.3 GB SMART hard drive.
Internal Lithium ion battery.
Hot swap PS/2 connection for an external
keyboard or an external mouse.
Hot Docking connection for an optional Detachable Bay or optional Mobile LAN Dock.
External 3.5" floppy disk drive.
Full audio and video features:
16-bit SoundBlaster Pro-compatible
sound chip.
3D-Stereo for multiple speaker effects.
Zoomed Video support for full motion
video acceleration (with Wind ows 98 only).
Two built-in stereo speakers.
Built-in mono microphone.
Stereo Line In jack.
Stereo Headphone jack.
Microphone jack.
One Type II PC Card slot.
Fast IrDA (4Mbps) compatible infrared
port for wireless data transfer (with Windows 98 only).
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External monitor support with simultaneous
display capability.
"No learning",full-size keyboard with three
dedicated Windows keys.
One USB device port (supported on
Windows 98 only).
Standard pre-installed software:
Microsoft Windows 98 or Windows NT 4.0 operating system.
Phoenix Card Executive for PCMCIA card support (with Windows NT 4.0 only).
NoteDock for hot-docking/undocking support and hot-swapping in the optional detachable bay (with Windows NT 4.0 only).
LapLink from Traveling Software for file transfers via modem, cable or infrared port (with Windows 98 only).
PC-Doctor for system diagnostics.
McAfee VirusScan for v irus protection.
ESS AudioRack for 3D-Stereo,audio CD, and other audio controls (with Windows 98 only).
PowerPanel by Phoenix Technologies (Windows NT 4.0) for system power management.
PMSet 98 for system power management (Windows 98 only).
Adobe® Acrobat® Reader.
POINT
McAfee VirusScan, PC-Doctor and Netscape Communicator are available on: Windows 98 and Windows NT 4.0 operating systems.
POINT
Zoomed Video cards, USB ports and infrared ports are not supported by Windows NT 4.0.
Standard user-install software.
Netscape Communicator 4.0.
America Online 3.0 Free Trial (with Windows 98 only).
AT&T Worldnet Service (with Windows 98 only).
Coupon for a free Intel Landesk® Client Manager CD.
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Figure 1-4 LifeBook L Series with Display Open
Display
Brightness Control
Microphone
Closed Cover Switch
Suspend/Resume Button
Display Panel Latch
Touchpad Pointing Device
Keyboard
Speaker
Speaker
Status Indicator Panel
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
For detailed specifications refer to Appendix A on page 170.
TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTS
Display Panel
This is a color LCD panel with back lighting for the display of text and graphics. (Figure 1-4.)
Brightness Control
The brightness control adjusts the overall intensity of the display panel back lighting .
(Figure 1-4.)
Built-in Microphone
The built-in microphone allows mono audio input to your notebook.(Figure 1-4.)
Status Indicator Panel
LCD display of the status of the power state and source,Suspend mode, AC connected/ disconnected,battery charge for both batteries, floppy disk drive activity,hard drive activity, CD-ROM drive activity,PC Card activity, CapsLock,NumLk and Scr Lk.(Figure 1-4.)
LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS
Power Switch
This switch is the main power switch for your notebook. (Figure 1-5.)
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Suspend/Resume Button
The Suspend/Resume button allows you to sus­pend notebook activity without turning off the notebook power, and to return it to an active state. This feature saves power, and is particu­larly useful when the notebook is running only on battery power.(See pages 45-46 and 100-102
for more information.)
CAUTION
Be sure you know what settings are active for your Suspend/Resume button before you use it as misuse can result in data loss. (See the Power Menu of the
BIOS setup utility, pages 100-102, for more information.)
Figure 1-5 LifeBook L Series Left-side Panel
Figure 1-6 LifeBook L Series Right-side Panel
Power Switch
Volume Control
Headphone Jack
Stereo Line In Jack
Microphone Jack
RJ-11
Theft Prevention Lock Slot
Stereo Speakers
The built-in speakers output sound from the notebook. (Figure 1-4.)
Closed Cover Switch
The closed cover switch turns off the LCD back lighting when the display panel is closed, thus
saving power. It can also be set as a Suspend/ Resume switch in the BIOS Setup utility. (see pages 103-104.) (Figure 1-4.)
Keyboard
A full-size keyboard with dedicated Windows keys for easy operation.(Figure 1-4.)
Touchpad Pointing Device
The touchpad pointing device is a finger contact cursor control system with two click buttons.(Figure 1-4.)
Display Panel Latch
This latch locks and releases the display panel. (Figure 1-4.) When the display panel is released it pops up slightly to make it easier to open.
RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS
Theft Prevention Lock Slot
This is a slot that allows you to attach a physical lock down device. (Figure 1-6.)
RJ-11 Jack
This is the jack for attaching a telephone line to the internal modem. (Figure 1-6.)
PC Card Slot
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CAUTION
The internal modem is not intended for use with Digital PBX systems. Do not connect the internal modem to a digital PBX as it may cause serious damage to the internal modem or your entire note­book. Consult your PBX manufacturer’s documentation for details. Some hotels have Digital PBX systems. Be sure to find out BEFORE you connect your modem.
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PC Card Slot
The PC Card Slot allows you to install one type II PC Card. (See pages 128-130 for more information on PC Cards.) The sliding button to the right of the card slot locks the card in place, and the push button to the left of the slot ejects the card from the slot. (Figure 1-6.)
Microphone Jack
The microphone jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone.(Figure 1-6.)
Stereo Line In Jack
The stereo line in jack allows you to connect an external audio source to your notebook,like an audio cassette player. This jack will not support an external microphone.(Figure 1-6.)
Headphone Jack
You can connect headphones or powered exter­nal speakers to the headphone jack.(Figure 1-6.)
Volume Control
The volume control is a knob which provides manual control of the sound level of all audio output from your notebook.(Figure 1-6.)
REAR PANEL COMPONENTS
Infrared Port
The fast IrDA (4Mbps) compatible port allows you to communicate with another IrDA com­patible infrared device without a cable. (See
page 44 for more information.) (Figure 1-7.)
Optional Detachable Bay Locking Indentation
A pair of slots that mate w ith the Docking latches on the Detachable Bay. (Figure 1-7.)
USB Port
One port for direct connection to the Universal Serial Bus. This port allows you to connect devices such as external game pads,pointing devices, keyboards,printers,etc. that support the USB interface.(Figure 1-7.)
PS/2 Port
This port allows you to connect an external PS/2 mouse or keyboard.(Figure 1-7.)
CAUTION
There are software volume controls. The knob setting and the software settings will interact. Software volume off will override the knob setting and the software volume setting will control the maximum knob setting. (See Volume Control on pages
34-35 for more information.)
serial number and manufacturer information that exactly identifies the version of your note­book. (Figure 1-8.)
Docking Port
This port is for connection to a Mobile LAN Dock and to the Detachable Bay. The cover opens automatically when your notebook is installed in the Mobile LAN Dock or Detachable Bay. (Figure 1-8.)
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External Floppy Disk Drive Port
A port for attaching an optional external floppy disk drive.(Figure 1-7.)
Serial Port
The serial port allows you to connect serial devices, such as a serial mouse to your notebook. (Figure 1-7.)
Figure 1-7 LifeBook L Series Rear Panel
Figure 1-8 LifeBook L Series Bottom
Infrared Port
USB Port
External Floppy Port
Serial Port
Parallel Port
PS/2 Port
Connector Cover
Internal Battery Compartment
Internal Hard Drive Compartment
Memory Upgrade Compartment
Docking Port
Docking Lock Slot
Docking Lock Slot
Battery Lock
Battery Release Button
DC Power Jack
Optional Detachable Bay locking indentation
Optional Detachable Bay Locking Indentation
External Monitor Port
Parallel Port
The parallel port allows you to connect parallel devices, such as a parallel printer to your notebook. (This is also referred to as an LPT port.) (Figure 1-7.)
External Monitor Port
This port allows you to connect an external VGA or SVGA monitor.(Figure 1-7.)
DC Power Jack
The DC power jack allows you to plug in the AC adapter or the optional auto/airline adapter.
(Figure 1-7.)
BOTTOM COMPONENTS
Docking Lock Slots
These slots mate with the latch hooks of a Mobile LAN Dock to lock the two units together.
(Figure 1-8.)
Unit Label
This label has the model number and other information about your notebook.In addition the configuration portion of the label has the
Unit Label
Optional Detachable Bay Attachment Slot
Optional Detachable Bay Attachment Slot
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Memory Upgrade Compartment
This compartment allows you access to the memory upgrade socket by which expansion of the system memory capacity is achieved.
(See pages 132-134 for more information on installing memory.) (Figure 1-8.)
Internal Hard Drive Compartment
This compartment contains the internal hard drive and should only be accessed for mainte­nance by an authorized service provider.
(Figure 1-8.)
Internal Battery Compartment
This compartment houses the internal battery and should only be opened to remove the battery for replacement or long term storage.
(Figure 1-8.)
Battery Lock
This sliding lock secures a battery or battery cover in the Battery Bay. (Figure 1-8.)
Battery Release Button
Depressing this button allows the Battery Lock to slide from a locked position to an unlocked position. (Figure 1-8.)
Optional Detachable Bay Attachment Slot
These slots accept the metal Docking Hooks on the front of the optional Detachable Bay
(Figure 1-8.)
OPTIONAL DETACHABLE BAY (MOBILE BAY UNIT)
OPTIONAL DETACHABLE BAY COMPONENTS
Docking Latches
A pair of latches that secure the optional Detachable Bay to the back of the notebook.
(Figure 1-9.)
Metal Docking Hooks
A pair of metal ho oks which fit into the optional Detachable Bay attachment slots in the
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bottom of your notebook to attach your note­book and optional Detachable Bay together.
(Figure 1-9.)
Battery Bay
A compartment in the optional Detachable Bay that allows an optional second Lithium ion Batttery to be installed for a dual battery configuration. (Figure 1-9.)
Figure 1-9 Optional Detachable Bay
Front and Right Side View
Undock OK indicator
Undocking Button
Docking connector
Battery Bay Latch
Battery Bay
Metal Docking Hooks
Docking Latches
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Battery Bay Latch
This latch is for locking or removing the Modular Lithium ion Battery from the Detachable Bay. Slide this latch to unlock posi­tion to release the 2nd battery.(Figure 1-9.)
Docking Connector
This allows connection to the Docking port in the bottom of your notebook. (Figure 1-9.)
Undock OK indicator
This indicator LED goes on when the Undocking Button is pressed and the optional Detachable Bay enters the status in which it can be disconnected from the notebook in hot­docking mode. (Figure 1-9.)
Undocking Button
Press this button for disconnecting the optional Detachable Bay from your notebook in hot­docking mode. (Figure 1-9.)
Figure 1-10 Optional Detachable Bay Rear and
Left Side View (shown with CD-ROM)
Multi-function Bay (with CD-ROM installed)
OPTIONAL DETACHABLE BAY REAR AND LEFT SIDE COMPONENTS
Multi-Function Bay
This Bay allows you to install an optional CD-ROM drive,optional Floppy Disk drive, optional DVD drive, optional SuperDisk drive, or Weight Saver into the optional Detachable Bay. (Figure 1-10.)
CAUTION
It is only safe to undock your notebook from the optional Detachable Bay when the Undock OK Indicator is illuminated green and the Windows operating system has informed you that it is safe to undock. It is always safe to undock when the power to the notebook is turned off by the power switch.
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OPTIONAL DETACHABLE BAY BOTTOM COMPONENTS
Docking Lock Switch
Slide this lever towards the Docking Latch Release Button to lock the optional Detachable Bay to the notebook.This posit ion prevents the Docking Latch Release Button from being able to be pressed.S lide the lever away from the button to allow undocking.(Figure 1-11.)
Docking Latch Release Button
Depressing this button allows the optional Detachable Bay to be disconnected from the notebook. (Figure 1-11.)
Keyboard Tilt Feet
Open these feet out when using the optional Detachable Bay with your notebook.
(Figure 1-11.)
Multi-Function Bay Release Switch
Depressing this button allows devices to be removed from the Multi-Function Bay
(Figure 1-11.)
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Figure 1-11 Optional Detachable Bay Bottom View (shown with CD-ROM)
Keyboard Tilt Feet
Keyboard Tilt Feet
Docking Latch Release Button
Docking Lock Switch
Multi-function Bay release switch
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Starting Your LifeBook L Series from Fujitsu
Section Two
Power Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Starting Your Notebook
for the First Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Registering Your LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . 21
Learning About Your Operating System
and Application Software. . . . . . . . . . . 22
Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Restarting Your Notebook . . . . . . . . . . 23
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SECTION TWO
STARTING YOUR LIFEBOOK L SERIES FROM FUJITSU
This section describes the processes of star ting your LifeBook for the first time,initial software setup and registration.
Figure 2-1 Adjusting the Keyboard Angle
POINT
If you are using the optional Detachable Bay with your notebook, adjust the angle of the keyboard using the keyboard adjust­ment feet on the bottom of your optional Detachable Bay near the back. These feet flip down to raise the back of your note­book by about 6°, making it more comfort­able to use the keyboard with your note­book. (Figure 2-1.)
POWER SOURCES
Your notebook has two possible power sources: Lithium ion battery or batteries, or an AC adapter.To oper ate your notebook with the primary Lithium ion battery—after it has been charged,see the following caution—simply turn the unit on. To operate your unit in a dual bat­tery configuration, using an optional second Lithium ion battery in the optional Detachable Bay or optional Mobile LAN Dock,simply install the second battery into the battery compartment of either the Bay or the Dock before attaching the Bay or the Dock to your unit.Once again, please be sure the batteries are fully charged for optimum battery life.
CAUTION
The primary Lithium ion battery is not fully charged when you purchase your note­book. Initially you will need to connect the AC adapter or the auto/airline adapter to use your notebook. If you purchase a sec­ond Lithium ion battery it will not be charged when you get it. You will need to charge it prior to use. It can take up to four (4) hours to charge a single battery if your notebook is turned off or is in Suspend mode. If your notebook is in use it can take up to ten (10) hours or more to charge a single battery.
Your notebook can be operated with the AC adapter attached to the notebook–with or without the detachable bay—or with the AC adapter attached to the optional Mobile LAN dock. Please followthe instructions on the next page.
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Connecting the Power Adapters
The AC adapter or an optional auto/airline adapter provides power for operating your notebook and charging the batteries.
(Figure 2-2.)
To Connect the AC Adapter
1. Plug the DC Output cable of the AC
adapter into the DC Power jack on the rear left of your notebook or optional Mobile LAN Dock.
2. Plug the AC adapter into an AC
electrical outlet.
To Connect the Optional Auto/airline Adapter
1. Plug the DC Output cable into the DC Power jack on the rear left of your notebook.
2. Plug the auto/airline adapter plug into the cigarette lighter of a car or other vehicle with the ignition key in the On or the Accessories position or into the DC Power jack on an airplane seat.
To Switch From AC Adapter Power To Battery Power
1. Be sure that you have at least one charged battery installed.
2. Remove the AC or auto/airline adapter.
DISPLAY PANEL
Opening the Display Panel
Pressing the latch releases the top of the display panel from the front of the notebook body.Tilt the display panel backward until the screen is at a comfortable viewing angle. (Figure 2-3.)
Figure 2-3 Opening the Display Panel
Adjusting the Display Panel
Before you turn on your notebook,you may want to adjust the brightness level of the screen. Start with the brightness control slider (located directly under the display screen) in the middle position. (Figure 2-4.)
Figure 2-2 Connecting the AC Adapter
POINT
The Auot/airline Adapter is meant for use with the notebook only. Not for use with the optional Mobile LAN Dock or the optional Detachable Bay.
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You may need to adjust the brightness level after you start your notebook and periodically for different operating environments.
CAUTION
Do not carry your notebook around with the power on or subject it to shocks or vibration, as you risk damaging your notebook.
STARTING YOUR NOTEBOOK FOR THE FIRST TIME
Power On
The power switch is located on the left side of your notebook.This switch is used to turn On the computer from its Off state. Once you have connected your AC adapter or have charged the internal Lithium ion Battery,you can power On your notebook.
CAUTION
The main Lithium ion battery is not charged when you purchase your note­book. Initially you will need to connect the AC adapter to use your notebook. If you purchase an optional second Lithium ion battery, it will not be charged when you get it, you will need to charge it prior to use.
It can take up to four (4) hours to charge a single battery if your notebook is turned off or is in Suspend mode. If your notebook is in use it can take up to ten (10) hours or more to charge a single battery.
Figure 2-5 Power On
(Unit shown with the optional Detachable Bay attached)
POINT
The higher the brightness level, the more power the notebook will consume and the faster your batteries will discharge. To maximize battery life refer to section 7.
Figure 2-4 Adjusting the Display
Facing the keyboard and display panel,move the power switch towards the rear of your notebook. This is the On position. (Figure 2-5.) When you are done working you can leave your notebook in Suspend mode,(see pages 45 and 100), or you can turn it off. The power switch moved toward the front of your notebook is in the Off position.
(See the section Power Off, pages 22-23, for the recommended shutoff procedures.)
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